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Top 5 causes of construction delays

Construction Dive

Touchplan, a production planning platform, captured data from over 321,000 scheduled tasks over the past year to compile the reasons.

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Minnesota-based team relies on trusted products for fewer callbacks

The Pro Builder

For Morgan and Jamie Molitor of Construction2Style, “reputation means everything.” But how exactly are they building their reputation? “It’s not just. get in, get out, get paid,” they say. It’s “always trying to do the right thing on a project. trying to do what we would want done in a family member’s home or in our own home.” And one way they’re accomplishing this is by using Andersen® 400 Series windows, the window with fewer callbacks.

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The 9 largest commercial construction starts of August 2024

Construction Dive

Total groundbreakings climbed 6% during the last month of the summer, according to Dodge Construction Network.

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Minnesota-based husband-and-wife team relies on trusted products for fewer callbacks

The Pro Builder

For Morgan and Jamie Molitor of Construction2Style, “reputation means everything.” But how exactly are they building their reputation? “It’s not just. get in, get out, get paid,” they say. It’s “always trying to do the right thing on a project. trying to do what we would want done in a family member’s home or in our own home.” And one way they’re accomplishing this is by using Andersen® 400 Series windows, the window with fewer callbacks.

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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest, Founder of Alamo Innovation and Construction Digital Transformation Consultant

Construction payment workflows are notoriously complex when you consider juggling multiple stakeholders, compliance requirements, and evolving project scopes. Delays in approvals or misaligned data between budgets, lien waivers, and pay applications can grind progress to a halt. The good news? It doesn't have to be this way! Join expert Dylan Secrest to discover how leading contractors are turning payment chaos into clarity using digital workflows, integrated systems, and automation strategies.

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Skanska JV wins $848M water project in Yonkers, New York

Construction Dive

The contractor and civil engineer ECCO III Enterprises began construction in August on new chemical addition facilities, which treat New York City’s water supply.

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Spit take: Skanska pilots hydration test machine in Florida

Construction Dive

On three healthcare projects, the contractor used a device to demonstrate the importance of proper water intake and help keep workers safe in the heat.

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These Types of Households Are Seeing an Increase in Homeownership Rates

The Pro Builder

Affordability has become a challenge for prospective homebuyers across the board, but some types of households are actually seeing homeownership rates improve. The National Association of Home Builders’ Eye On Housing blog analyzed home ownership rates across households and found that the homeownership rate for single-parent households increased by 5.7 percentage points over the past decade.

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Great British Nuclear SMR competition whittled down to final 4 following initial tenders

New Civil Engineer

Great British Nuclear (GBN) has advanced small modular reactor (SMR) designs from GE-Hitachi, Holtec Britain, Rolls-Royce SMR and Westinghouse Electric Co. to the next round of its competition. The post Great British Nuclear SMR competition whittled down to final 4 following initial tenders appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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What Are the Benefits of Choosing a Career in Construction?

The Pro Builder

Increasing college tuition costs and student debt are pushing more students to choose trade schools over traditional four-year universities, especially in the construction industry where skilled workers are in high demand. The appeal of trade schools lies in their practical training, immediate earning potential, and job stability. In a column published in For Construction Pros, Boyd Beadles, president of Cavalry Construction, shares the economic factors, job market trends, and cultural changes t

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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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Government planning reforms sacrifice quality for volume

The Construction Index

The Construction Industry Council has warned the government of the dangers of further relaxing permitted development rights.

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Mortgage Delinquencies Remain Low in August

The Pro Builder

Despite a slight year-over-year increase, mortgage delinquencies remained low in August, according to technology and data provider Intercontinental Exchange. During August, the national delinquency rate decreased slightly by three basis points to 3.34%, showing a 0.9% decline for the month but a 5.1% increase when compared with last year. The number of borrowers who were one payment behind also dropped by 26,000, while those 60 days past due rose just slightly by 1,000.

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Wembley trial for new low carbon cement mix

The Construction Index

Contract John Sisk has secured funding for a trial of a new low carbon cement mix.

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Komatsu reveals Power-Agnostic 930E Dump Truck

Equipment World

Komatsu releases its first commercial rigid-frame dump truck with a “power agnostic” platform for diesel, battery electric or hydrogen fuel cells.

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Data Talks, CFOs Listen: Why Analytics Are Key To Better Spend Management

Speaker: Claire Grosjean, Global Finance & Operations Executive

Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.

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Solid growth for Morris & Spottiswood

The Construction Index

Scottish construction company Morris & Spottiswood has reported strong growth in revenue and profits for 2023.

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Multiple hurdles to overcome for mayors’ new Birmingham to Manchester railway proposal

New Civil Engineer

The proposal for a new railway between the West Midlands and Manchester as a replacement for the cancelled High Speed 2 (HS2) North faces multiple issues in its implementation, an expert has told NCE. The post Multiple hurdles to overcome for mayors’ new Birmingham to Manchester railway proposal appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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HG Construction lands £68m Old Kent Road contract

The Construction Index

London property developer Avanton has appointed HG Construction as main contractor for a residential scheme on London’s Old Kent Road.

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Mixed-use beach project to feature surf lagoon and wave pool

Construction Specifier

Atlantic Park is a transformative mixed-use development coming to Virginia Beach. Photo courtesy Hanbury Design Atlantic Park is a transformative mixed-use development coming to Virginia Beach. Led by developer Venture Realty Group, the project will unify three city blocks in its initial phase. Some other features of this project include a 1.08 ha (2.67 acres) surf lagoon that replicates natural waves, a 6,503 m 2 (70,000 sf) entertainment venue that honors a cultural landmark called ‘The Dome,’

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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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Orders for Thwaites

The Construction Index

Dumper truck manufacturer Thwaites has taken large orders from HE Services and Tithegrove.

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Graham exits Lord’s Cricket Ground upgrade after failing to agree final terms of contract

New Civil Engineer

Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) has said it will no longer be pursuing a contract for the next phase of the upgrade of Lord’s Cricket Ground upgrade with its preferred bidder Graham after the two organisations failed to agree on “final terms”. The post Graham exits Lord’s Cricket Ground upgrade after failing to agree final terms of contract appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Tips on Choosing the Right Construction Company

Civil Engineer Blog

As it is with choosing any type of service, choosing a construction service can be very difficult. There are so many different service providers available for your construction needs and this is why it can be challenging to choose the company that will be able to suit the needs that you have. There are some […] The post Tips on Choosing the Right Construction Company first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Protecting nature with detailed and non-intrusive geophysics investigations

New Civil Engineer

Geophysics surveys are quickly becoming a first port of call when there may be underground risks or unknown ground conditions that can have a significant impact on development projects. Non-intrusive methods, such as ground-penetrating radar (GPR), are perfect when those underground risks are man-made, but… The post Protecting nature with detailed and non-intrusive geophysics investigations appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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BSL conversions: A cost-efficient method to support high-containment research

BDC Network

BSL conversions: A cost-efficient method to support high-containment research 0 dbarista Thu, 09/26/2024 - 10:29 Laboratories Some institutions are creating flexible lab spaces that can operate at a BSL-2 and modulate up to a BSL-3 when the need arises. Here are key aspects to consider when accommodating a rapid modulation between BSL-2 and BSL-3 space.

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Herrenknecht tunnel enlargement system used on live railway in Germany

New Civil Engineer

Tunnelling technology firm Herrenknecht has successfully utilised its Tunnel Enlargement System (TES) to widen the profile of two ageing railway tunnels in Germany while trains continued to run. The post Herrenknecht tunnel enlargement system used on live railway in Germany appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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5 lessons in water mitigation for mass timber projects

BDC Network

5 lessons in water mitigation for mass timber projects 0 qpurcell Thu, 09/26/2024 - 12:08 Mass Timber Sustainability leaders from Skanska, RDH, and Polygon share five tips for successful water mitigation in mass timber construction. Dean Lewis, Graham Finch, and David Simkins Contractors Mass Timber Moisture Protection Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Mass timber has gained popularity as a building material praised for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal.

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Galliford Try secures £88.9M contract to build 1.8km dual carriageway near Aylesbury

New Civil Engineer

Galliford Try has secured an £88.9M contract to build a new 1.8km dual carriageway which will form part of the Orbital Link Road around Aylesbury. The post Galliford Try secures £88.9M contract to build 1.8km dual carriageway near Aylesbury appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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New skills body eyes ‘considerable expansion’ of MMC

Construction News

Skills England has said the use of modern methods of construction (MMC) could be “expanded considerably” to help tackle labour shortages. The government’s new quango, set up to bring together different parts of the “fractured” skills system, released a report this week that highlights challenges… The post New skills body eyes ‘considerable expansion’ of MMC appeared first on Construction News.

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Advancing Construction Cost Estimating

Job Order Contracting

Advancing construction cost estimating data, tools, communications, and technology is central to achieving sustainable facilities management. Traditional tools, such a national average cost data, location factors, historical costs, and spreadsheet no longer support today’s need for enhanced cost visibility, transparency, and management. “Decisions made to adjust to changing circumstances are all based on the data collected.” While advancing construction cost estimating remains

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Congress Approves Stopgap Funding Measure, Averting Government Shutdown

ENR Construction

The continuing resolution only lasts until Dec. 20.