The Construction Index

JULY 17, 2024

Planning reform and legislation to help unlock investment in energy infrastructure are among measures announced in the 2024 king’s speech to parliament.

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Construction Dive

JULY 17, 2024

Companies that track construction activity, provide innovative safety tech and help contractors manage change orders have reaped venture funding in recent weeks.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 17, 2024

By Stuart McLendon, COO, Zweig Group From The Zweig Letter The professional labor gap is an opportunity to rethink, reshape, and revitalize how we work. Last time, we left off staring into the gaping maw of the professional labor gap. Remember how the baby boomers bowed out and left us all a bit short-handed? Well, fret not. It’s time to explore the brave new world of work innovations that are reshaping how we bridge this talent divide.

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Construction Dive

JULY 17, 2024

It's the city's first large-scale implementation of the approach after years of testing different porous pavement products.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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.

Construction Equipment

The Pro Builder

JULY 17, 2024

Matt Collins rbinsacca Wed, 07/17/2024 - 15:32 Matt Collins is the managing member of The Mainspring Group , a specialty firm focused on helping private regional home builders identify and take the right steps on their own journey toward agility and operational excellence.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 17, 2024

Amid the ongoing housing crisis, state and city governments are exploring new ways to fund more affordable housing. According to Route Fifty, home prices increased by about 60% over the past decade, and one-quarter of renters spend more than half of their income on housing.

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Construction Dive

JULY 17, 2024

Engaging with underrepresented subs and disributors can give you a business edge and strengthen the depth of your procurement channels, according to a small business liaison officer.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 17, 2024

The National Association of Home Builders recently released its 2024 I-Codes Adoption Kit to help home builders as well as state and local officials in adopting the latest building codes. The kit highlights differences in the 2024 International Codes from the 2021 versions, such as expanded soil classification tables, new options for floor framing supporting guard assemblies, and more.

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Construction Dive

JULY 17, 2024

The California-based contractor will team up with Kraemer North America on the Lafayette Bascule crossing in Bay City.

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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.

Construction Management

The Pro Builder

JULY 17, 2024

For several years, the housing market has been defined by heavy buyer competition and low inventory, but this appears to be slowly changing as inventory heads back toward pre-pandemic levels. According to housing market platform Zillow’s June 2024 Market Report, home listings are increasing as buyers withdraw faster than usual from peak shopping season, leading sellers to cut prices to attract those struggling with affordability.

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Construction Dive

JULY 17, 2024

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Architecture 316

The Construction Index

JULY 17, 2024

Oxfordshire County Council has resolved to grant planning permission for a £176m flood alleviation scheme.

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Construction Dive

JULY 17, 2024

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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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.

Construction Equipment

The Construction Index

JULY 17, 2024

Mitie has struck a deal to acquire ESM Power, an electrical engineering business specialising in grid and power connections.

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Construction Dive

JULY 17, 2024

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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The Construction Index

JULY 17, 2024

Essex building tycoon Bob Weston has described the new government as a breath of fresh air for the property industry.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 17, 2024

Legislation to bring the Great Britain’s railways into public ownership and establish a new integrated delivery body Great British Railways will be brought forward in this Parliament, as confirmed by the King’s Speech on 17 July. The post Rail reform and establishment of Great British Railways confirmed for this Parliament appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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.

Risk Management

The Construction Index

JULY 17, 2024

Tilia Homes (formerly Kier Homes) has secured a £125m loan from Homes England and HSBC to build up its landbank.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 17, 2024

The delivery of “high quality infrastructure” will “accelerate” under the new Labour government’s plans to reform the planning system with new legislation brought forward in this Parliament, according to the King’s Speech on 17 July. The post King’s Speech commits government to ‘accelerate infrastructure delivery’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Procore

JULY 17, 2024

Last month, ENR FutureTech brought together construction tech leaders from around the country to explore new emerging technologies and the latest industry trends that are revolutionizing construction. This year’s theme focused on how these new cutting-edge solutions will improve construction quality, safety, productivity, and profitability.  I was honored to sit down with powerhouse leaders – Director of Data and Analytics at Skanska , Amy Jones Snider, and Dr.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 17, 2024

National Highways has launched a competition for architectural and civil engineering firms to design a low-carbon footbridge over the A127 in Essex as part of the £9bn Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) project. The post National Highways launches contest to design low-carbon footbridge for Lower Thames Crossing appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Management

Construction Placements

JULY 17, 2024

IFFCO Recruitment 2024 for Graduate Engineer Apprentice (GEA) | 31-07-2024 IFFCO Recruitment 2024 for Graduate Engineer Apprentice (GEA), Last date to apply for this job is 31-07-2024 The post IFFCO Recruitment 2024 for Graduate Engineer Apprentice (GEA) | 31-07-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 17, 2024

Arup has been chosen to lead a multidisciplinary team that will work on the next stage of designs for upgrading Stratford station and the surrounding area in London. The post Arup chosen to lead next stage of design work for Stratford station redevelopment appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Placements

JULY 17, 2024

Job Titles in the Oil and Gas Industry: A Comprehensive Guide for 2024 Explore a detailed list to over 150 job roles in the oil and gas industry. Learn about responsibilities and career opportunities in exploration, refining, and more. The post Job Titles in the Oil and Gas Industry: A Comprehensive Guide for 2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 17, 2024

Collaboration is an essential pillar for success in all walks of life, whether that’s achieving personal goals, or driving business growth. If teams across a business, or even from business to business, don’t collaborate successfully, their chances of success will be considerably reduced. The post Collaboration and net zero: an essential partnership for project success appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Management

For Construction Pros

JULY 17, 2024

Many successful rental companies re-invent or re-define themselves. Remember, significant changes to what you are doing and how you are doing it can often yield amazing results. Thoughts, opinions, reminders, and examples on standing out from the crowd.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 17, 2024

The world’s widest multi-tower cable-stayed bridge, designed by Arup, has opened in Xi’an in central China. The post ‘World’s widest’ multi-tower cable-stayed bridge opens in China appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Roads Online

JULY 17, 2024

Image: stock.adobe.com/Luca. The Northern Territory Government has awarded $44 million worth of works to upgrade and seal a 27-kilometre section of the Plenty Highway in Central Australia. Aldebaran Contracting has been announced as the preferred proponent for the works. The Plenty Highway is one of the seven interconnecting roads that make up The Outback Way, a key tourism route also known as Australia’s longest shortcut that cuts through the middle of Australia from Queensland through to Alice

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