Construction Dive

MAY 23, 2023

The state’s board of education spread the funds across 28 school divisions and 40 projects.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 23, 2023

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) Updates qpurcell Tue, 05/23/2023 - 13:12 Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) offer flexibility to residential homeowners. These detached structures act as second living rooms, "in-law suites," and even rental spaces. In this project tracker page, we're collecting the latest ADU projects, market news, research, and trends.

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Construction Dive

MAY 23, 2023

The Santa Clara, California-based semiconductor firm plans to invest up to $25 billion over 10 years, contingent on support from the $52.7 billion CHIPS Act.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 23, 2023

Developer MEPC has given Sir Robert McAlpine the green light to start phase 2 office building at the £1.2bn Paradise Birmingham scheme. The 10-storey office project, Three Chamberlain Square, forms a key part of phase two which also includes a 17-storey hotel at the south western corner of the development. Following site clearance, MPB Structures is preparing to start foundations for McAlpine.

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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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

MAY 23, 2023

As the division’s executive vice president Mike Aparicio approaches retirement, the team will transition leadership in August to ease the shift.

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Construction Dive

MAY 23, 2023

Even as the White House detailed how money is rolling out, contractors and other groups are watching infrastructure act funding during negotiations over the debt ceiling.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 23, 2023

Ferrovial Construction UK suffered a £30m loss last year after big provisions for forecast losses on the £2bn Silvertown Tunnel project in East London. The firm revealed total provisions of £54m on the project for the year ending 31 December 2022. This figure is made up of £19.6m for defects and warranties and £31.3m of forecasted losses. Ferrovial said the expected losses were driven by inflation in materials and labour markets against the constraint of a fixed price contract.

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Construction Dive

MAY 23, 2023

The Potomac Yard Metrorail station, which opened last week in Alexandria, Virginia, is located between two existing stops.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 23, 2023

London-based refurb and building specialist ME Construction went into administration owing subcontractors and suppliers nearly £4m. An update from administrator FRP Advisory showed more than 300 trade creditors were owed £3.8m when the firm went under in March. Its civils arm MEC Groundworks also went into liquidation owing more than £100,000 to unsecured creditors.

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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

Construction Dive

MAY 23, 2023

A crane malfunction caused counterweights to fall onto a parking deck, injuring workers on the Toll Brothers student housing project in Midtown on Monday.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 23, 2023

London developer Helical confirmed this morning that it is pressing ahead with a major office revamp job near Blackfriars Station in the capital. Mace is understood to be lined up to build the 100 New Bridge Street project, which will now get underway in November with Keltbray carrying out demolition. It is one of several major schemes going ahead in the Fleet Street district of London, creating a mini boom in the area.

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New Civil Engineer

MAY 23, 2023

Investigations by the Environment Agency into the cause of a 4m wide sinkhole above the High Speed 2’s (HS2’s) Chiltern Tunnels in Buckinghamshire continue as drone footage of the issue has emerged. The post Environment Agency investigation continues as drone footage shows extent of HS2 Chiltern Tunnel sinkhole appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 23, 2023

Hertfordshire-based HG Construction delivered a third year of strong growth to achieve record revenue last year, up 38% to £336m. But pre-tax profit slid to £15m from £25m the year before in the face of a turbulent market and unpredictability of material and labour prices. As a result operating margins halved from around 10% to 4.6% last year. The design and build contractor said it has strengthened its risk management protocols towards price stability, tender validity, inflation risk and projec

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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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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 23, 2023

Drone Nerds is hosting its first-ever UAV industry summit in Miami. Apart from featuring exhibitors from major industry partners like DJI, Sony, Pix4D, Teal, and many more, the ElevateUAV Summit will also have speaker sessions and workshops regarding a wide range of uses, trends, and developments. Grant Hosticka, the Head of Enterprise Solutions Engineering for DJI, will participate as a guest speaker at ElevateUAV.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 23, 2023

How Single-Occupant Households Are Exacerbating a Rental Affordability Crisis ldeakins Tue, 05/23/2023 - 10:51 The total share of renter households is declining in some major cities where affordability challenges persist, but as single renters go toe-to-toe for available units, elevated demand is sustaining high prices The rise of remote work led to a mass exodus from U.S. cities throughout 2020 and 2021, resulting in a drastic increase in the number of empty apartments and forcing landlords to

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 23, 2023

Turntide Technologies (“Turntide”), developer of breakthrough electrification and sustainable operations technologies, today announced it was honored by Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas Awards for the third year in a row. These awards showcase some of the world’s most inventive entrepreneurs and forward-thinking companies actively tackling global challenges.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 23, 2023

Northeastern Markets Are Red-Hot During Spring Buying Season ldeakins Tue, 05/23/2023 - 10:28 Small and relatively affordable markets outside of major cities are attracting the largest share of homebuyers in an otherwise sluggish spring homebuying season The spring housing market is sluggish nationally, but in April’s hottest homebuying destinations, buyers are snatching for-sale homes at a lightning pace.

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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

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 23, 2023

Terracon , a leading national consulting engineering firm comprised of engineers, scientists, architects, facilities experts, and field professionals announces strategic organizational changes to support client service, innovation and project delivery as the company continues to grow. A new growth organization has been formed within Terracon focused on client development, marketing, and innovation.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 23, 2023

The Benefits and Challenges of Implementing Smart Tech in Today’s Homes ldeakins Tue, 05/23/2023 - 10:37 Digitalization can reduce carbon emissions and help people age in place, but its widespread adoption in today's homes is slow and riddled with challenges While the introduction of smart home tools like Alexa, Google Home, and Siri has simplified everyday tasks for homeowners and led to major lifestyle changes over the last several years, it also has the potential to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG

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Construction News

MAY 23, 2023

Ferrovial Construction has reported a £30m loss after making a provision for its expected losses on the Silvertown Tunnel. The contractor, a subsidiary of Spanish infrastructure multinational Ferrovial, had total provisions of £54m for the year ending 31 December 2022, with £19.6m being booked for… The post Ferrovial Construction makes £30m loss due to Silvertown Tunnel appeared first on Construction News.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 23, 2023

Home Price Gap Between Bay Area and South Florida Reaches 30-Year High ldeakins Tue, 05/23/2023 - 10:42 Home prices are posting double-digit declines in San Francisco and double-digit increases in Miami, reflecting historic volatility in today's housing market Metro-to-metro variations in home-price growth reached a 13-year high in spring 2022, and although variation has come down since then, some popular metro areas are still seeing very different realities.

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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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New Civil Engineer

MAY 23, 2023

Researchers at University of Sheffield’s Department of Civil and Structural Engineering have devised a more accurate method of assessing the safety of stone and brick masonry structures. The post University of Sheffield engineers present new method of accurately assessing stone and brick masonry structures appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 23, 2023

National Association of Home Builders Introduces New CEO ldeakins Tue, 05/23/2023 - 10:48 A new CEO is poised to take the helm at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) starting June 1, 2023 The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently named James W. Tobin III as its new president and chief executive officer. Tobin, the former executive vice president and chief lobbyist at NAHB, will assume the new post effective June 1, 2023, succeeding CEO Jerry Howard, who is leaving NA

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Contruct Connect

MAY 23, 2023

In the world of commercial construction and especially working as a general contractor, networking and building relationships are vital and necessary skills that spur leads and drive revenue. Whether in person at a trade show, online on a project database, or on the jobsite, maintaining positive relationships remains at the heart of running a successful general contracting business.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 23, 2023

How Single-Occupant Households Are Exacerbating a Rental Affordability Crisis ldeakins Tue, 05/23/2023 - 10:51 The total share of renter households is declining in some major cities where affordability challenges persist, but single renters are still going toe-to-toe for available units, and that elevated demand is sustaining high prices The rise of remote work led to a mass exodus away from U.S. cities throughout 2020 and 2021, leading to a drastic increase in the number of empty apartments and

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Construction Management

Construction News

MAY 23, 2023

A five-strong coalition of UK housing associations has appointed more than 100 firms to a £1.48bn framework to retrofit homes for energy efficiency. The Greener Futures Partnership (GFP) – whose members Sanctuary, Hyde, Home Group, Anchor and Abri operate a combined total of around 300,000… The post Big names win places on £1.5bn social housing retrofit framework appeared first on Construction News.

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Equipment World

MAY 23, 2023

The MCL small articulated loaders are built for versatility and speed and range from 3,836 to 6,283 pounds.

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Construction News

MAY 23, 2023

Project-starts, main contract awards and detailed planning approvals all fell against both last year and the previous quarter. Community & amenity overview Community & amenity work starting on-site totalled £234m during the three months to April, a 75 per cent decrease compared with the preceding… The post UK construction activity April 2023: Community & amenity appeared first on Construction News.

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