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Data centers, but little else, prop up construction planning

Construction Dive

The Dodge Momentum Index rose 0.9% in April as tariffs and policy uncertainty kept many owners and developers on the sidelines.

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Normalize disruption 

Civil + Structural Engineer

If we want to build the next class of critical thinkers in the AEC industry, we must not only encourage, but coach, disruptive thinking. By Michael Makris, P.E. Weve all heard the classic gray-haired engineer say, Nobody thinks anymore. I dont have gray hair, yet, but Ive caught myself saying the same thing. The challenge we face in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry isnt a lack of hard work or technical expertise.

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Tutor Perini turns a profit on growing backlog

Construction Dive

The Los Angeles-based contractor reported a record pipeline of work, raised its outlook for the first time in company history and expressed confidence in the face of tariffs.

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2025 Rising Stars in the AEC Industry: Lauren Underwood, P.E. 

Civil + Structural Engineer

Northeast Division Manager Apex Companies, LLC Quincy, MA Bio: Lauren Underwood is a dynamic engineering leader whose contributions span project management, business development, and organizational leadership. Recently promoted from Principal to Northeast Division Manager at Apex Companies, she leads operational initiatives across her division while managing a high volume of water infrastructure projects.

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How Top Firms Protect Margins in Costly Construction Markets

Construction companies face shifting labor markets, volatile material pricing, and global supply chain disruptions that threaten profitability. This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight. Learn how to deploy workforce agility, connected jobsite monitoring, automated procurement, and cost simulation models to preserve margin stability.

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PPG to build $380M North Carolina manufacturing facility

Construction Dive

The new Shelby plant will produce the paint manufacturer’s complete line of aerospace coatings and sealants.

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Balfour Beatty kicks off $385M Miami hotel project

Construction Dive

The U.S. arm of the London-based builder will deliver a 17-story hotel with 800 guest rooms, convention and meeting space and ground floor retail areas.

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2025 Rising Stars in the AEC Industry: Jenny Ferman, PE 

Civil + Structural Engineer

Assistant Project Manager II Superior Construction Jacksonville, FL Bio:Jenny Ferman is an accomplished civil engineer specializing in infrastructure project management and workforce development. At Superior Construction, she has successfully led high-impact projects, including the First Coast Expressway and Arlington Expressway Bridge Remediation. Passionate about mentorship and inclusion, Jenny actively advances opportunities for women in construction through Superiors SWiC program and industr

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Interested in AI? Here’s what construction leaders should do first.

Construction Dive

With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, construction leaders may be tempted to join the fray.

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Victoria Lorbeer 

Civil + Structural Engineer

Liaison Engineer / Project Manager Redtree Engineering Pittsburgh, PA Bio: Victoria Lorbeer is a rising force in engineering project management, blending technical expertise with leadership and strategic vision. At Redtree Engineering, Victoria has rapidly advanced, leading major energy projects and operational improvements. Her extensive background in chemical and manufacturing industries, combined with her commitment to sustainability and team development, fuels her success.

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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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A no-BS guide to building better early-stage budgets

Construction Dive

Stop building budgets on bad data: The no-nonsense approach to winning construction bids.

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Advice to my 30-year-old self

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Mark Zweig Reflecting on lessons learned and sharing life, career, and financial advice for younger professionals. With this issue of The Zweig Letter focused on the Rising Stars of the AEC industry, I thought it might be fun for my current 67-year-old self to look back and give some advice to my 30-year-old self. Im not saying 30-year-old me would take it but here it is nevertheless!

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Futurist to share her vision for women in construction at NAWIC Annual Conference

Construction Dive

Innovation strategist Nikki Greenberg will discuss generational and technological industry changes, and how to best prepare for the future.

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Bridging the gap 

Civil + Structural Engineer

The future of the AEC industry depends on our willingness to meet young professionals where they are not where we wish they were. By Shelby Harvey Its no secret: the AEC industry has been grappling with a talent crisis for years and theres little sign of that tide turning anytime soon. The “great resignation didnt just spark a wave of early retirements among baby boomers during the COVID-19 pandemic it also ushered in a new era of employee expectations.

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How AI Reduces Cost, Safety, and Quality Risks in Construction Projects

Risk management in construction faces pressure from tighter margins, compressed timelines, and increasing complexity. This guide shows how AI strengthens project stability by predicting risks across cost, schedule, safety, supply chains, and workforce planning. AI algorithms analyze procurement data, subcontractor bids, equipment performance, and site conditions to identify potential disruptions.

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Network Rail engages on £1.2bn contract to replace ‘yellow fleet’ with new monitoring tech

New Civil Engineer

Network Rail has started preliminary market engagement on a contract to provide new rail infrastructure monitoring services, with an estimated total value of 1.2bn excluding VAT. The post Network Rail engages on 1.2bn contract to replace yellow fleet with new monitoring tech appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Developers accused of fire safety cynicism

The Construction Index

Fire fighters and building safety campaigner are seeking to block construction of the Blenheim Square development in Penge.

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ATI Has Joined ISNetworld®: Your Guide to Staying Compliant

Safety Services Company

Navigating compliance in todays industrial landscape just became more critical for contractors, as ATI, a global leader in specialty materials, has joined ISNetworlds network of hiring clients. Contractors working with ATI will need to meet specific requirements to remain compliant and eligible for future projects within the ISNetworld system. Now that ATI has joined ISNetworld, what does this mean for your business, and how can you ensure your compliance effectively?

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Stephanie Sokolowski 

Civil + Structural Engineer

Studio Director / Senior Interior Designer Bodw Professional Services Group Kalamazoo, MI Bio: Stephanie Sokolowski, NCIDQ, CHID, IIDA, LEED GA, leads healthcare interior design with empathy and vision. As Studio Director at Bodw, she guides a diverse team delivering culturally rich and technically sound projects for Tribal and underserved communities.

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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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RIC Robotics teases Zyrex, an AI-powered giant construction robot

Equipment World

The robot can tackle heavy-duty and delicate tasks, such as material handling, welding, assembling, carpentry, 3D printing, exterior finishing.

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‘Common sense’ to start reporting disability and ethnicity pay gaps, says Mott Mac EDI manager

New Civil Engineer

It is common sense for organisations, including those within the built environment sector, to report on ethnicity and disability pay gaps, not just the gender pay gap, says the equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) lead at Mott MacDonald. The post Common sense to start reporting disability and ethnicity pay gaps, says Mott Mac EDI manager appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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2025 Rising Stars in the AEC Industry: Katherine Chan 

Civil + Structural Engineer

Senior Associate, Project Manager Walter P Moore New York, NY Bio: Katherine Chan, MSFE, is an accomplished project manager and faade design expert at Walter P Moore. She leads with an integrated approach that bridges architecture and engineering to create high-performance, sustainable enclosures. Katherine is a passionate educator at Columbia University and a champion of diversity through her leadership in the firms DEI Council.

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Redesign of HS2 Curzon Street approved with ‘disappointing’ loss of timber roof

New Civil Engineer

High Speed 2s (HS2s) redesign of its flagship Curzon Street station in Birmingham has been approved, including the disappointing loss of its timber-lined roof. The post Redesign of HS2 Curzon Street approved with disappointing loss of timber roof appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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How CMiC Helps Construction Teams Stay Ahead of Project Risk

CONSTRUCTâ„¢ by CMiC delivers structured project management built for the realities of construction. It brings together RFIs, submittals, drawings, and punch lists in a connected environment that prevents gaps in communication and documentation. Risk is managed in real-time with issue tracking, automated compliance checks, and daily journals that surface hidden patterns.

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2025 Rising Stars in the AEC Industry: Aaron Kidd 

Civil + Structural Engineer

Assistant Project Manager II Superior Construction Jacksonville, FL Bio: Aaron Kidd is an accomplished young construction professional with a passion for hands-on leadership, mentorship, and continuous growth. With a background in civil and mechanical engineering, he thrives in dynamic roles that require adaptability and innovation. As an Assistant Project Manager, he bridges technical and managerial responsibilities while mentoring interns and pursuing advanced certifications.

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Crane pin failure reported at Hinkley Point C

The Construction Index

The nuclear regulator has called out safety failings relating to tower cranes at Hinkley Point C.

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2025 Rising Stars in the AEC Industry: Nicholas S. Bradley, CHMM

Civil + Structural Engineer

Project Manager BrightFields, Inc. Wilmington, DE Bio: Nick Bradley is a hands-on environmental professional who combines technical expertise, mechanical ingenuity, and a strong commitment to mentorship and community service. Since joining BrightFields in 2012, he has become a critical problem-solver known for his field innovation and educational outreach.

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Growing use of AI increases cyber security threat to critical infrastructure, GCHQ says

New Civil Engineer

There is a higher potential cyber security threat level for critical national infrastructure as the use and capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) are growing, according to a new GCHQ report. The post Growing use of AI increases cyber security threat to critical infrastructure, GCHQ says appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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2025 Rising Stars in the AEC Industry: Kyle Ahern

Civil + Structural Engineer

Manager – Awards & Analytics, Zweig Group Fayetteville, AR Kyle Ahern has spent his entire career working closely with the best and fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry. Throughout his career, Kyle has continuously demonstrated an ability to analyze and interpret millions of data points every year to help firms grow in areas like policiy, strategy, and marketing.

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Top 20 Latest Technology Trends for 2025

Construction Placements

Top 20 Latest Technology Trends for 2025 In this article, well take a look at some of the top 20 latest technology trends for 2025 that will be sure to have an impact on our lives. The post Top 20 Latest Technology Trends for 2025 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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2025 Rising Stars in the AEC Industry: Nico Redfern, ACP 

Civil + Structural Engineer

Mechanical Project Manager Galloway & Company Inc. Johnstown, CO Bio: Nico Redfern is a dynamic mechanical project manager whose dedication to quality, leadership, and innovation contributes significantly to Galloways culture and growth. Since joining Galloway in 2019, he has rapidly advanced by leading projects, mentoring emerging professionals, and contributing to company-wide process improvements.