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Empower workers to speak up about jobsite hazards

Construction Dive

Presenters at AGC’s recent conference discussed how company culture impacts project safety.

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Wohlsen Announces Vice President of Construction

Wholsen Construction

We are pleased to announce that Sarah Kneller, PE, CHC, has been promoted to Vice President of Construction for Wohlsen’s Pennsylvania Region. In her new role, Sarah will oversee all. The post Wohlsen Announces Vice President of Construction appeared first on Wohlsen Construction.

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$2.7B Newark Airport terminal opens

Construction Dive

Designed and built by a Parsons/Tutor Perini joint venture, the project is the Port Authority's largest New Jersey expenditure ever.

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20+ Fresh Releases for Autodesk Construction Cloud

Autodesk Construction Cloud

At Autodesk, our goal is to help your teams work faster and smarter all year long. This month, we have 20+ product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, BuildingConnected, ProEst, and BIM 360. And because your time is valuable, we don’t need you to sweat the details.

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How Top Construction Firms Reinvent Cost Control

Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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.

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Construction is among the industries most at risk for ACA penalties

Construction Dive

Some contractors have received notices of fines in the millions of dollars for failing to meet Affordable Care Act requirements.

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3 reasons why labor, material and land prices may ease for multifamily developers

Construction Dive

The cost of building new apartments should moderate this year, experts say.

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New in Autodesk Build: Product Releases to Check Out in the New Year

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The start of the new year brings new and enhanced functionality across Autodesk Construction Cloud. This month, we’re excited to release feature additions and enhancements to Autodesk Build across cost, project management, data, and more. Check out the latest updates for Autodesk Build. Admin Releases Notifications | New Project Frequency Defaults Reports | ‘Updated by’ column in Report Templates Assets | Progress Tracking + Assets Assets | Asset Category Permissions Cost Management Releases C

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RINA buys Patrick Engineering, enters US civil market

Construction Dive

Italy’s RINA has expanded its global footprint with the acquisition of the Illinois-based engineering, design and construction management firm.

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Rebuilding the construction sector with Digital twins

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The infrastructure pipeline ballooned to $248 billion in the 2021-22 State and Federal Budgets, and movement to net zero is ramping up across the board. In an industry nearing capacity, the usual tools won’t be enough to meet the volume of demand. Nor will they bring emissions and waste down to an acceptable level. Innovation in construction can seem like a daunting task, especially when you consider how our most significant achievements in building occurred thousands of years ago.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Flint, Mich., Agrees to New Deadline for Lead Water Line Replacement

ENR Construction

The city missed its court-approved deadline last fall, and an unclear amount of work remains ahead of a new one set for August.

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What should the UK’s construction workforce look like – and how can we get there?

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Talent has been a long-standing issue for UK construction companies. A fundamental issue is that there aren’t enough people in the industry; over the last twelve months there have been an average of 38,000 vacancies each quarter , the highest since records began. This directly impacts businesses. Our research into UK construction found that one in three companies are currently finding it difficult to recruit (36%).

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ENR New York 2023 Top Young Professionals

ENR Construction

This year’s up-and-comers have the technical and leadership skills and community spirit needed to help drive the industry forward.

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3 Benefits of Construction Software for Mechanical and Electrical Contractors

Viewpoint Construction Technology

We discuss how M&E subcontractors can use construction field software to increase productivity, compliance, and profits.

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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

Generative AI is already transforming how the construction industry operates. This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times. Get a detailed look at the tools and platforms making it possible, including AI-driven robotics and material optimization.

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Jay-Reese Wins Phase 2 of $265M Austin, Texas, Greenway Project

ENR Construction

Once completed, the Waterloo Greenway would be a 1.5-mile, 35-acre park along Waller Creek in downtown Austin.

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Do Roofing and Scaffolding Specialist Subcontractors Need Construction Software?

Viewpoint Construction Technology

From safety and compliance to improving your team's productivity, we delve into why specialist subcontractor software is made for roofers and scaffold

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Harlem Architect Touches Neighborhood, World

ENR Construction

Victor Body-Lawson, ENR New York’s Legacy Award winner, is known for designing aesthetically pleasing affordable housing.

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5 Essential Excavation Attachments for Construction Sites

Construction Marketing

Once you purchase an excavator for your construction business, you’re well on your way to performing a wide range of tasks efficiently. However, the excavator won’t be the only thing you need to purchase to achieve optimal productivity. You might also need to buy many different excavator attachments. With dozens of options on the market and only a limited budget to work with, you might be curious about the most important attachments you need to buy to get business underway.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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The Ultimate Guide to Growing Your Construction Company

Develop Coaching

Are you looking to expand your construction business but don’t know where to start? Look no further! At Develop Coaching we have personal experience in growing construction companies and have helped many construction business owners do the same. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll provide the essential steps to take in order to grow your construction company and make it a success.

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We Are Expanding Our Australia Client Base

Rapport3

We Are Expanding Our Australia Client Base! We are excited to announce that Cubic Interactive is opening up an office in Australia! As a Global company we are experienced with the Australian market, our successes here have encouraged us to expand our client base. It was inevitable for us to open an office in Australia after gaining numerous Australia based clients such as 22 degrees and Hydrock in the past few years.

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The Ultimate Guide to Growing Your Construction Company

Develop Coaching

Are you looking to expand your construction business but don’t know where to start? Look no further! At Develop Coaching we have personal experience in growing construction companies and have helped many construction business owners do the same. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll provide the essential steps to take in order to grow your construction company and make it a success.

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We Are Expanding Our Australia Client Base

Rapport3

We Are Expanding Our Australia Client Base! We are excited to announce that Cubic Interactive is opening up an office in Australia! As a Global company we are experienced with the Australian market, our successes here have encouraged us to expand our client base. It was inevitable for us to open an office in Australia after gaining numerous Australia based clients such as 22 degrees and Hydrock in the past few years.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

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.

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The Construction Startup Competition – An Interview with Ibon Iribar

AEC Business

The Construction Startup Competition 2022 allowed innovative teams from around the globe to showcase their solutions to leading industry developers and investors. I sat down with Ibon Iribar of CEMEX Ventures to discuss the competition and its value to the industry. Ibon Iribar is an investment and open innovation advisor at CEMEX Ventures. The company organized the […] The post The Construction Startup Competition – An Interview with Ibon Iribar appeared first on AEC Business.

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Engineering Document Management: Ensuring Compliance

Wrench

Ensuring compliance is a critical success factor in design projects. Pro006Aect teams must ensure that everybody in the process correctly follows the regulatory & quality standards down to the last detail, including all the industry, legal, and safety requirements applicable in that location. It seems straightforward, but the trouble is that compliance is measured through documentation.

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PC Trade Professionals Attend New Apprenticeship Program

PC Construction

Vermont’s very first Commercial Carpentry Apprenticeship is underway, and PC is proud to have three of the seats filled with members of the PC team. Over the course of the next year and a half, these construction trade professionals will earn 310 hours of instruction and 3,000 hours of on-the-job training in carpentry specialties such as floor and wall systems, framing and drywall, building envelop systems, roof framing, trim and cabinetry.

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14 Types of Closet Doors: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right One for Your Home

Learn Civil Engineering

Generally, clothing, jewelry, and other valuables are kept behind Closet Doors. A crucial step in safeguarding the items within is selecting the ideal closet door for the bedroom. A stunning door may also highlight your sense of style. But with so many different styles of closet doors available, which one is best for you?

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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January 2023 City Scoop: Buffalo

ENR Construction

Dodge data on projected 2023 construction starts in the Buffalo area.

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A Manual On The Use Of Water Jetters By Plumbers Doing Drain Cleaning

Learn Civil Engineering

Clogged drains in the bathroom or kitchen are a terrible way to start the day. Clogs in the drain may occur everywhere water drains, including the sink, tub, shower, washing machine, and toilet. More specifically, restrooms.

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January 2023 City Scoop: Hartford

ENR Construction

Dodge data on projected 2023 construction starts in the Hartford Area.

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