Tue.Aug 13, 2024

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More Than 2.6M Homes in the US Are at Risk of Wildfire Damage

The Pro Builder

Natural disasters, including wildfires, are becoming more intense, putting both homeowners and insurers at risk. According to a recent report from financial services company CoreLogic, 2.6 million homes across 14 states are at moderate to very high risk of wildfire damage, with a potential reconstruction cost of $1.3 trillion. The Los Angeles metro area has the highest number of homes at risk, with over 245,000 homes and a reconstruction value of $186.6 billion.

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Market headwinds force owners to hit the brakes on EV projects

Construction Dive

Financing woes, soaring material prices and waning demand are causing auto and battery makers to delay jobs, even those that have already started.

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C.W. DRIVER COMPLETES MENIFEE UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT SALLY BUSELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, A $54.5M FACILITY

Civil + Structural Engineer

The 75,000 square-foot development is the second C.W. Driver project for Menifee Union MENIFEE, Calif. – C.W. Driver Companies , a premier builder serving California for more than 100 years, recently celebrated the ribbon cutting of Menifee Union School District, Sally Buselt Elementary School. The all-new $54.5M K-5 elementary school will serve up to 600 students residing in Riverside County.

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Construction backlog stagnates, squeezing smaller contractors

Construction Dive

Only the largest contractors, those with $100 million or more in annual revenues, have a longer backlog than last year, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.

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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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

The Pro Builder

See how Pro Builder's latest Idea Home is a blueprint for a fresh way of urban living and housing production focused on wellness and sustainability.

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Building Blocks to Sustainable Construction

The Pro Builder

Lisa Morey, founder of Nova Terra, shares the story behind her company and its eco-friendly masonry techniques

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$300M Louisiana lock project breaks ground

Construction Dive

SeaLevel Construction has started on the second phase of the Houma Navigation Canal Lock Complex, which aims to facilitate ship travel, support wetlands and protect the area from storm surge.

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Home Ventilation Options Ranked Good(ish), Better, and Best

The Pro Builder

See why, as today’s homes get tighter, upgrading to better and best ventilation practices becomes more important.

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Oklahoma civil contractor indicted in $100M price-fixing scheme

Construction Dive

Sioux Erosion Control and two of its employees were charged for allegedly colluding on prices and rigging bids for highway jobs across the state.

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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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Ware Malcomb Announces Construction is Complete on Historic 60 Birmingham St. Industrial Project in Toronto

Civil + Structural Engineer

TORONTO – Ware Malcomb , an award-winning international design firm, today announced that construction is complete on The Birmingham , an historic Campbell Soup factory site redeveloped as a three-building facility to accommodate light industrial and E-commerce uses in the South Etobicoke district near downtown Toronto. Ware Malcomb provided architecture design services for the 398,000 square foot project.

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Balfour Beatty starts $140M California airport walkway

Construction Dive

Sacramento International Airport’s new structure is part of a $1.3 billion overhaul of the facility over the next four years.

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WESTCHESTER RESIDENT WINS US ENERGY AWARD FOR OSSINING HOME

Civil + Structural Engineer

Engineer/Homeowner of LEED Platinum “Passive House” is Honored for “Spurring the Housing Industry to Construct More Efficient, Healthy, and Resilient Homes” New York, NY – Daniel Colombini, a Principal at Goldman Copeland, the New York City-based consulting engineering firm, has been honored by the US Department of Energy with a DOE Housing Innovation Award for spurring the housing industry nationally by creating his LEED Platinum “Passive House” in Ossining, NY, in the Hudson Valley.

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More Than 2.6 Million Homes Face the Risk of Wildfire Damage

The Pro Builder

Natural disasters, including wildfires, are becoming more intense, putting both homeowners and insurers at risk. According to a recent report from financial services company CoreLogic, 2.6 million homes across 14 states are at moderate to very high risk of wildfire damage, with a potential reconstruction cost of $1.3 trillion. The Los Angeles metro area has the highest number of homes at risk, with over 245,000 homes and a reconstruction value of $186.6 billion.

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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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Bellway abandons Crest Nicholson takeover

The Construction Index

House-builder Bellway has pulled out of its proposed £720m takeover of rival Crest Nicholson.

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3-D Printed Community of 100 Homes Nears Completion in Texas

The Pro Builder

With low inventory across the U.S. housing market, some companies are looking for new and innovative ways to build homes more quickly, and one potential way is utilizing 3-D printing techniques. According to Fast Company, 3-D home developer ICON is nearing completion of one of the world's largest 3-D printed communities.

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Balfour Beatty reports strong first half

The Construction Index

Balfour Beatty saw both turnover and profits grow in the first half of this year.

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3 Ways Home Builders Can Mitigate Risk in an Evolving Housing Market

The Pro Builder

The home building market is showing mixed signals, with rising mortgage rates and headlines suggesting a potential downturn, yet home sales remain strong. According to Engineering-News Record, this uncertainty has builders questioning their next steps, as the high stakes of each project require careful risk management. With high upfront costs, supply chain issues, and shrinking profit margins, builders can't afford to be caught off guard by the market.

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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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Mobile app streamlines equipment hire

The Construction Index

Sunbelt Rentals has launched an augmented reality (AR) app to help customers plan equipment operations on-site.

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How Implementing Better Safety Training Can Help Retain Construction Workers

The Pro Builder

The construction industry is experiencing an ongoing labor shortage, with over half a million open positions, many of which are filled by inexperienced workers lacking safety training. This situation heightens risks and complicates loss prevention, particularly as larger projects demand more workers and stringent safety oversight due to increased regulations and insurance requirements, For Construction Pros reports.

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Puducherry Public Works Department Recruitment for Junior Engineer (Civil) and Overseer | 168 Posts | 31-08-2024

Construction Placements

Puducherry Public Works Department Recruitment for Junior Engineer (Civil) and Overseer | 168 Posts | 31-08-2024 Puducherry Public Works Department Recruitment for Junior Engineer (Civil) and Overseer with 168 Posts vacancies, last apply to apply is 31-08-2024 The post Puducherry Public Works Department Recruitment for Junior Engineer (Civil) and Overseer | 168 Posts | 31-08-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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PTO Policies in a Competitive Labor Market

The Pro Builder

Need help developing PTO policies to attract and retain employees? Find out the essentials in this comprehensive guide, covering benefits, best practices, and more!

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How CMiC Helps Construction Teams Stay Ahead of Project Risk

CONSTRUCT™ 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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AtkinsRéalis becomes first Menopause Friendly-accredited engineering consultancy

New Civil Engineer

Flexible working, a peer support network and training have helped AtkinsRéalis become the first engineering consultancy in the UK to achieve Menopause Friendly Accreditation. The post AtkinsRéalis becomes first Menopause Friendly-accredited engineering consultancy appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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It's Time to Benchmark—and Here's Why

The Pro Builder

Comparing your business with other builders may seem risky, but it's the key to continuous improvement and sustained success in home building

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Watts Water Celebrates 150 Years

The Contractor Magazine

August 5 celebration at the company's North Andover HQ featured past and present employees media, politicians and facility tours.

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The Builder's Role in Housing Affordability

The Pro Builder

What part can (and should) builders play to reduce the cost of building and buying new homes? Consider these suggestions.

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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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Largest ever investment in GB transmission as Ofgem approves £3.4bn England-Scotland offshore link

New Civil Engineer

Ofgem has approved £3.4bn of public funding for the England to Scotland offshore HVDC link, Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2), the UK’s single largest electricity transmission project ever. The post Largest ever investment in GB transmission as Ofgem approves £3.4bn England-Scotland offshore link appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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OSHA Proposes Workplace Heat Standard to Ensure Worker Safety

The Pro Builder

NAHB Policy Briefing: If finalized, regulation would cover about 36 million workers in indoor and outdoor work settings. Find out more.

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Government investigating private finance options for £9bn Lower Thames Crossing

New Civil Engineer

The government is considering using a private finance scheme to fund the £9bn Lower Thames Crossing, it has been reported. The post Government investigating private finance options for £9bn Lower Thames Crossing appeared first on New Civil Engineer.