Construction hiring slows to lowest rate ever recorded
Construction Dive
MAY 1, 2025
New job numbers point to a decreased demand for labor across the industry, according to Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis.
Construction Dive
MAY 1, 2025
New job numbers point to a decreased demand for labor across the industry, according to Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis.
Roads Online
MAY 1, 2025
Image: stock.adobe.com/Angelov. The South Australian Government will launch a new pilot program next year that aims to support up to 1000 new apprenticeships in the construction sector, as part of efforts to address shortages in the states civil construction workforce. The Industry Accelerated Apprenticeship Pilot (IAAP) is an Australian first program, which will focus on several high-demand trades: carpentry, civil construction, plant operations, mechanical engineering, and fabrication engineer
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Construction Dive
MAY 1, 2025
Brett Helm talks with Construction Dive about policy worries, semiconductor competition and power constraints for data centers.
Construction Placements
MAY 1, 2025
Egis Engineering Walk-In Drive Bangalore | 17th & 18th May 2025 | Hiring MEP & BIM Professionals Egis Engineering is conducting a walk-in recruitment drive in Bangalore on 17th & 18th May 2025. Seeking experienced BIM and MEP professionals. The post Egis Engineering Walk-In Drive Bangalore | 17th & 18th May 2025 | Hiring MEP & BIM Professionals appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast. This guide reveals how market leaders are managing financial risk by shifting to incremental budgeting, regional sourcing, and real-time cost tracking. Learn how to structure contracts with price protections, streamline procurement workflows with automation, and avoid labor cost increases with smarter workforce planning.
Construction Dive
MAY 1, 2025
Though the number of serious injuries and fatalities declined in a recent report, the overall fatality rate in construction has stagnated in the last decade.
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Construction Dive
MAY 1, 2025
The contractors expect to wrap up work on Massachusett’s first diverging diamond interchange by mid-2030.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 1, 2025
Transport Scotland has started to engage the market on a 205M contract to dual the Pitlochry to Killiecrankie section of the A9, while works on the Tomatin to Moy section have begun. The post A9 Dualling progresses with new 205M contract notice and start of works on Tomatin to Moy appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
MAY 1, 2025
John Sisk & Son has started work on a £65m refurbishment of Haringey Civic Centre in London.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 1, 2025
The UK needs to plant more trees to produce more wood if the governments construction material decarbonisation targets are to be a success, new reasearch has found. The post UK needs to produce more wood to meet construction and decarbonisation targets appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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The Construction Index
MAY 1, 2025
Dolphin Living has appointed The Hill Group to deliver the redevelopment of the New Era housing estate in Hackney.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 1, 2025
The Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead (RBWM) has announced a tender for a 114.8M contract to manage and maintain its extensive public highway network. The post Windsor & Maidenhead launches 115M highways and capital works contract tender appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Equipment World
MAY 1, 2025
The new L150, L180, L200 High Lift, L220 and L260 models boast more torque, faster acceleration, smoother operation and advanced tech.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 1, 2025
Luton Town Football Club is preparing to start construction on a new 25,000-capacity stadium at Power Court this summer with Turkish contractor Limak International. The post Luton Towns 25,000-seat environmentally friendly stadium construction to start this summer appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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ENR Construction
MAY 1, 2025
The contractor has suspended all work on the Port Arthur LNG construction pending an investigation.
The Construction Index
MAY 1, 2025
The report has been published of the investigation into a near miss on the railways last year.
ENR Construction
MAY 1, 2025
Senate Environment and Public Works Committee April 30 focused on increased infrastructure funding for rural communities, in particular, and ways to improve the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act water infrastructure provisions.
The Construction Index
MAY 1, 2025
Aviva and Socius have submitted plans for a £1bn development to create a centre for cancer research and treatment in south London.
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ENR Construction
MAY 1, 2025
Shutdown of city program that used federal funds to fix up dilapidated buildings and recoup costs through tax liens against property owners comes day before lawsuit is filed that details irregularities.
The Construction Index
MAY 1, 2025
Plant hire group HE Services has a new chief executive.
ENR Construction
MAY 1, 2025
Industry experts say the fees are one of several strategies Congress can use together to protect Highway Trust Fund solvency.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 1, 2025
Plans for a new 32M train station in Golborne have moved forward after Wigan Council approved the planning application. The post 32M Golborne station gets go-ahead, with local firm Murphy enlisted to finalise design appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.
The Construction Index
MAY 1, 2025
Tilbury Douglas continues to progress after collapse of parent company Read Full Article: The Construction Index
New Civil Engineer
MAY 1, 2025
Work has commenced on a replacement bridge over the Afon Conwy near Betws y Coed railway station in Wales, following the closure of the original Sappers Bridge in late 2021 due to safety concerns. The post Work starts on 3M Conwy pedestrian suspension bridge to replace condemned 1930 original appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Civil Engineer Blog
MAY 1, 2025
Solar panels are a great way to have a greener, cleaner energy source for your home, and you’ll see benefits in various ways. Whether you’re looking to reduce your carbon footprint, save money on your monthly bills, or make your home more appealing to potential buyers, installing solar panels may be the right choice. Increased […] The post Installing Solar Panels: What Good Does It Give to Your Home first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 1, 2025
National Highways is set to undertake critical maintenance on the A14 Orwell Bridge in Suffolk this summer between June and August. The post National Highways to replace ageing joints on A14 Orwell Bridge this summer appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Construction News
MAY 1, 2025
This story was written with AI assistance from Harmsworth McLaren Construction Midlands and North has been appointed to build a speculative logistics facility on the Matrix 49 industrial park in Avonmouth, Bristol. The firm began work on Plot 4 of the site in February under… The post McLaren appointed to deliver Bristol warehouse unit appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 1, 2025
Temporary works specialists are contributing to more efficient and sustainable infrastructure delivery with the use of digital tools and other innovative solutions. The post How digital tools enhance efficiency in temporary works design appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
ENR Construction
MAY 1, 2025
Slowed spending is expected to continue in the coming months, industry economists say.
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