Tue.Sep 19, 2023

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Major construction in Vegas ahead of Formula 1 race

Construction Dive

The city will see $8 billion worth of projects this year, including some for the Grand Prix in November.

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Seismic Rehabilitation in a Challenging Location

Civil + Structural Engineer

Houston, TX – Accessing hard-to-reach locations is not a new challenge faced by installers of Fyfe’s Tyfo structural strengthening solutions, but one project, located deep in the Andes mountains of South America, proved to beat all other projects when it came to testing access and logistics. A 100-year-old, 130-ft tall and 16-ft diameter rivetted steel surge shaft, which forms part of a hydro power facility was identified as suffering from corrosion.

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Atlanta construction exec deals with supply chain snarls

Construction Dive

DPR Construction’s Kali Bonnell sees positive indicators for the industry, including a strong pipeline of projects.

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THOMAS & HUTTON ANNOUNCES NEW HIRES IN SAVANNAH

Civil + Structural Engineer

SAVANNAH, GA — Thomas & Hutton (T&H) is pleased to announce the following new hires in its Savannah, Georgia office. Kristin Ackerman joined T&H as a Designer in the Civil Department. Kristin earned her Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Georgia Southern University. She brings previous experience working in the construction industry as a field and office engineer.

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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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Returns for apartments continue to fall

Construction Dive

A real estate industry report ranks the areas of the country with the most and least returns for multifamily investors.

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Wohlsen Promotes Carmel Anerino to Project Executive

Wholsen Construction

Wohlsen is pleased to announce the promotion of Carmel Anerino, LEED AP, from Senior Project Manager to Project Executive. Carmel will lead and mentor project teams and foster client retention. The post Wohlsen Promotes Carmel Anerino to Project Executive appeared first on Wohlsen Construction.

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Ware Malcomb Announces Construction is Complete on Lessen HQ in Scottsdale

Civil + Structural Engineer

PHOENIX – Ware Malcomb , an award-winning international design firm, today announced that construction is complete on the new downtown Scottsdale headquarters for proptech innovator Lessen , located at 4800 N Scottsdale Rd. Ware Malcomb provided interior architecture and design services for the 25,000 square foot tenant improvement project. Lessen is a premier provider of tech-enabled, end-to-end renovation, turn, and maintenance services for the single-family and multifamily rental industrie

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New in Autodesk Construction Cloud: 35+ Product Releases You Should Know in September

Autodesk Construction Cloud

At Autodesk, our goal is to help your teams work faster and smarter all year long. This month, we have more than 35 product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products, including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, ProEst, BuildingConnected, Assemble, and BIM 360. Click below to get the key info you need to know: Autodesk Construction Cloud Platform Autodesk Build Autodesk BIM Collaborate Autodesk Takeoff ProEst BuildingConnected Assemble BIM 360 Aut

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HNTB collaborates with TxDOT to successfully deliver Northaven Trail Pedestrian Bridge overnight

Civil + Structural Engineer

DALLAS – HNTB , in collaboration with the Texas Department of Transportation , successfully completed the accelerated bridge construction phase of the Northaven Trail Pedestrian Bridge. “By designing the bridge to accommodate ABC delivery, we achieved the dual objective of delivering a truly unique bridge while aligning with TxDOT’s mission to minimize closures and maintain highway mobility,” said Steve Knobbe, PE , HNTB North Texas office leader and senior vice president.

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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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Develon expands compact excavator line with DX63-7 and DX62R-7

Equipment World

Develon, formerly known as Doosan Infracore, has rolled out two new 6-metric-ton compact excavators, the DX63-7 and DX62R-7.

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A Guide to Contractor Management and Prequalification

Safety Services Company

Every hiring client seeks suppliers that meet and exceed expectations regarding safety , work ethics, and project management. As suppliers, contractors are expected to demonstrate their training and expertise by adhering to prequalifications requirements. Contractor prequalifications are third-party audits and certifications that serve as proof of skill, dedication to maintaining safe working conditions, and adherence to regulations like OSHA.

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DIY Covered Daybed Swing with Fletcher Creek Cottage

Strong Tie

Lounge away in a covered daybed swing built with our Outdoor Accents® decorative hardware. This project was carried out in partnership with DIYer Dena of Fletcher Creek Cottage. Her new daybed is an ideal spot for reading, napping or simply savoring the pleasant weather. This outdoor structure offers year-round enjoyment and is the perfect addition to her homestead.

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Recochem: A sustainable and renewable cleaner

Roads Online

Recochem’s Recosol 195 is the newest addition to its renewable plant-based performance fluids. Yet there are so many other applications that major bitumen and asphalt contractors can benefit from using Recosol 195. R ecochem’s Recosol 195 is a diesel replacement for producing cold mix asphalt. It represents an evolution from Recosol 175 through Recosol 185 to Recosol 195.

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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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Construction Productivity is a Process Problem, Not People: Here’s How Autonomy Helps

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In 2017, McKinsey & Company released a 10-year analysis from 2005 to 2015 that found that construction-labor productivity in the United States hadn’t kept pace with other industries. Since then, the construction industry has grappled with a poor reputation regarding productivity. But the way we see it, construction's "unproductive" notoriety is misleading.

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Coerco’s water delivery equipment engineered to outperform

Roads Online

Content supplied by Coerco Coerco’s innovative water transportation and delivery solutions have solidified the liquid management specialists as the go-to providers for major infrastructure and construction projects. From trailed water delivery units to skid mounted pressure washer equipment and diesel storage tanks, Coerco has a high quality product for every job.

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Urban Planning

Civil Engineer Blog

Urban planning is a mixture of science and art. It encompasses many different disciplines and brings them all under a single umbrella. The simplest definition of urban planning is that it is the organization of all elements of a town or other urban environment. However, when one thinks about all the elements that make up […] The post Urban Planning first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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$70M Bells Creek Arterial Road now open

Roads Online

The $70 million Bells Creek Arterial Road project in Queensland is now complete, with traffic now flowing across the connection. The project saw an eight-kilometre extension of Bells Creek Arterial Road, wrapping up works on the 11.9km link between the Bruce Highway and Caloundra Road. The brand-new road provides a secondary access to the Bruce Highway for the 50,000 motorists that use Caloundra Road daily.

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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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What Are the Typical Career Progression Steps in Construction Management?

Construction Placements

What Are the Typical Career Progression Steps in Construction Management? This comprehensive guide outlines the typical career progression steps in construction management. It also delves into additional factors like certifications, networking, and the latest industry trends for 2023 to help you plan your career effectively. The post What Are the Typical Career Progression Steps in Construction Management?

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$1B worth of contracts awarded for WA big batteries

Roads Online

The Western Australian Government has awarded more than $1 billion in contracts for works on battery storage systems in Kwinana and Collie. The new battery energy storage systems in Kwinana and Collie are set to provide cleaner, reliable and affordable energy for Western Australia. Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) has been contracted to supply about 300 EnerC Plus, containerised liquid-cooling battery systems for Kwinana Battery Stage Two, and about 650 EnerC Plus for Collie.

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Amtrak Details Ambitious Plans to Triple Capital Spending in Next Two Years

ENR Construction

Major programs include $1B Sawtooth Bridges Replacement in New Jersey, needed to support the overall Gateway mega-program to add new rail tunnels under the Hudson River.

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Maintaining the Golden Thread of Information with Autodesk Construction Cloud Part One

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Today, we are continuing the series of Autodesk product blogs that are tackling how technology can help owners, main contractors, subcontractors and architects better prepare their teams for the changes coming with the introduction of the Building Safety Act. This is the second blog in the series of blogs dedicated to BSA written with expert insights from Senior Autodesk Technical Solutions Executive, Chris Palmer.

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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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Work Starts on $2B West Virginia Hydrogen Plant to Power Data Megasite

ENR Construction

Mountaineer GigaSystem would produce blue hydrogen from natural gas and store CO2 emissions underground on state-owned property, with its first phase to open in 2028.

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Inflation Sept 2023 5min Video

Ed Zarenski

This is a voice over power point converted to MP4. It’s a huge file. Only 9 slides but almost 225meg, 50x more memory than the original 9 slides.

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Tampa Bay Rays Announce Plans for a $1.3B Ballpark in St. Petersburg

ENR Construction

Plans call for 8 million sq ft of development totaling more than $6.5 billion for St. Petersburg's Historic Gas Plant District neighborhood.

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Street Sweeping’s Leading Role in Reducing Stormwater Runoff Pollution

For Construction Pros

Street sweeping plays a crucial role in mitigating stormwater pollution runoff from pavement into waterways.

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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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McCarthy Chosen for LFP Battery Plant in St. Louis

ENR Construction

The 140,000-sq-ft battery materials plant is expected to produce 30,000 metric tons for use in batteries that can store energy needed to run electric vehicles, charging stations or on the electric grid.

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Unlocking the Future of Construction: Procore's Groundbreak 2023 Showcases Digital Transformation

Procore

At its core, Procore is the only construction platform that unites the entire construction process, from preconstruction to closeout, across both mobile and web platforms. With a singular focus on the construction industry, every aspect of the Procore network is created to help stakeholders collaborate to get the job done. Since its inception over twenty years ago, Procore has been building a connected platform and raising awareness on the importance and impact of the construction industry aroun

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US Infrastructure Investment Can Be Modernized With Digital Twins

ENR Construction

As money from the Bipartisian Infrastructure Act makes its way to states and municipalities, digital twins can be a powerful tool to make infrastructure investment more efficient.

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