Construction Dive

JUNE 6, 2023

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

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JUNE 6, 2023

The current planning system will fail to deliver the Government’s ambitions to build infrastructure to meet net zero goals and housing needs. That is the conclusion of a damning report by the Institute for Public Policy Research, which is calling for a complete reset of planning. It warns that it would take 4,700 years for England to reach the onshore wind capacity called for by government advisers, at the current rate of development.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 6, 2023

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

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The Pro Builder

JUNE 6, 2023

Arizona Sets Limits on Phoenix Construction as Drought Worsens ldeakins Tue, 06/06/2023 - 11:40 The Arizona Department of Water Resources is restricting new housing construction in the Phoenix metro area that depends on groundwater Arizona will no longer allow new housing construction in the Phoenix area that depends on groundwater due to new restrictions from the Arizona Department of Water Resources.

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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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

JUNE 6, 2023

The Michigan attorney general alleged an engineer quit the site in 2017 after his calls for repairs went unheeded.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 6, 2023

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

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JUNE 6, 2023

Suffolk County Council has picked 14 general contractors and 7 building services specialists for its latest framework deal running to May 2027. The new iteration of the framework for the East of England consists of three separate construction lots and two building services lots. The introduction of building services lots will allow public sector partners access to firms carrying out decarbonisation works as well as other M&E-based project work, including EV charging points, solar panel insta

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Construction Dive

JUNE 6, 2023

The high court said last week a Washington state Teamsters chapter did not take “reasonable precautions” to prevent the destruction of Glacier Northwest’s already-mixed concrete.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 6, 2023

Warrington based Lane End Developments Construction Ltd owed nearly £12m to suppliers and subcontractors when it went into administration in April. An update from administrator Quantuma Advisory details debts of £11.8m owed to 412 unsecured creditors left holding unpaid invoices. Quantuma is also investigating company transactions at Lane End prior to the administration following concerns raised by creditors.

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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

JUNE 6, 2023

Work on the route near the popular Santa Cruz boardwalk and pier kicks off at the height of summer beach season.

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JUNE 6, 2023

Commercial building and civils work helped construction output rise in May despite a continuing drop in the house building sector. The bellwether S&P Global/CIPS UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index registered 51.6 in May, up from 51.1 in April and above the neutral 50.0 mark for the fourth successive month. Construction buyers reported inflation easing to its weakest for 32 months while new business increased rapidly with the overall rise in construction order books the strongest reco

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 6, 2023

BROOKFIELD, Wis. — raSmith, a multi-disciplined civil and structural engineering and surveying firm, is proud to announce that four of raSmith’s cold-formed steel engineering projects have garnered recognition, receiving Design Excellence Awards from the Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI). These awards celebrate outstanding structural designs that showcase the creative application of cold-formed steel components, technical innovation, and overall excellence. raSmith provided col

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 6, 2023

Irish infrastructure business Obelisk has acquired the telecoms division of Balfour Beatty. The move continues Obelisk’s expansion plans since it was acquired by European giant Constructel Visabeira in 2022. The deal sees Obelisk acquire new UK offices in Southampton where it will retain Balfour Beatty’s existing team of employees and partners. Obelisk Chief Executive Officer, Ronnie Delaney said: “We are very pleased to welcome the telecoms team from Balfour Beatty, who together have delivered

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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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The Pro Builder

JUNE 6, 2023

Tune Into Livestreams of NAHB's Spring Leadership Meetings This Week ldeakins Tue, 06/06/2023 - 11:57 Livestream links are available for those unable to attend the National Association of Home Builders' 2023 Spring Leadership Meetings in Washington, D.C., this week National Association of Home Builders leadership, committees, councils, and members are gathering in Washington, D.C., this week for the association's 2023 Spring Leadership Meetings.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 6, 2023

Blackburn with Darwen Council is set to confirm preferred contractor Balfour Beatty will deliver a £20m remodelling of junction 5 of M65. The scheme will see the M65 southbound and northbound exit slip roads widened from two lanes to three to ease congestion. Consultant WSP has been working on designs for the project with previously Balfour Beatty selected under the Scape framework to carry out feasibility work.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 6, 2023

MVE + Partners , a leading architecture, design and planning firm, swept their categories last night in Anaheim, Calif. at the sold-out Pacific Coast Builders’ Conference (PCBC) Gold Nugget Awards, the nation’s oldest design award for innovative architecture, planning and construction, for two of its multifamily projects. MVE + Partners’ Mandarin Oriental Residences and Post District Residences projects were selected for the Gold Nugget top honors by a panel of top industry experts who reviewed

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 6, 2023

The Ministry of Defence has selected a consortium of Mace, Turner & Townsend and Atkins to provide technical services on its Defence Estate Optimisation framework. The Mace-led team will provide design assurance and construction management services for this critical infrastructure portfolio as a sole supplier across the West of England and Wales region.

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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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The Pro Builder

JUNE 6, 2023

This City Dodged the 2008 Housing Market Crash, but It’s Bottoming Out in a 2023 Correction ldeakins Tue, 06/06/2023 - 11:14 The Lone Star State bypassed a 2008 home price crash, but it's now caught in the middle of a 2023 market correction In the early 2000s, Sun Belt markets that were initially expected to boom were among the first to crash ahead of the financial crisis, but one exception was Texas.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 6, 2023

Whistleblowers providing information on the operation of illegal cartels they have witnessed will now receive cash rewards of up to £250,000. The reward hike and guarantee of anonymity to whistleblowers is part of a major new campaign by the Competition and Markets Authority to crackdown on cartels. The cartel watchdog hopes to uncover more illegal activity in industry’s like construction where bid-rigging was recently uncovered among 10 demolition contractors and 12 years ago found to be

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The Pro Builder

JUNE 6, 2023

Some Lenders Now Offer Bargain Mortgages, but Experts Say They May Not Be a Good Idea ldeakins Tue, 06/06/2023 - 11:48 Americans can now buy a home with just 1% down, but experts warn that there are a number of risks associated with bargain mortgages Last month, United Wholesale Mortgage, the nation’s largest home mortgage lender, announced that it would begin offering loans requiring down payments of just 1% of the home’s purchase price.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 6, 2023

ConWize, the cloud-based platform that simplifies the bidding and cost estimation process, has launched a new BIM takeoff module which enables seamless integration with Autodesk Construction Cloud. The new integration allows users to extract a bill of quantities (BOQ) from 3D models stored in Autodesk Build, Autodesk Docs, or BIM 360Ò to calculate quantities automatically.

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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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The Pro Builder

JUNE 6, 2023

Tune Into Livestreams of Spring Leadership Meetings This Week ldeakins Tue, 06/06/2023 - 11:57 Livestream links are available for those unable to attend the 2023 Spring Leadership Meetings in Washington D.C. this week NAHB leadership, committees, councils, and members are gathering in Washington D.C. this week for the 2023 Spring Leadership Meetings.

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Prodyogi

JUNE 6, 2023

Profiles for tile floors are specialized strips or profiles that are used to enhance the appearance and functionality of tiled surfaces. These profiles serve multiple purposes, including protecting the edges of tiles, providing a smooth transition between different flooring materials, and offering a decorative element to the overall design.

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New Civil Engineer

JUNE 6, 2023

Commentators including engineering experts are pointing to design, materials and construction methods as possible contributors to the collapse of a £170M bridge over the River Ganges in India. The post Speculation mounts on factors behind River Ganges bridge collapse appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Placements

JUNE 6, 2023

NAL Recruitment 2023 for Technical Staff | 03 Posts | 26-06-2023 NAL Recruitment 2023 for Technical Staff with 03 Posts vacancies, the last date to apply for this job is 26-06-2023 The post NAL Recruitment 2023 for Technical Staff | 03 Posts | 26-06-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction News

JUNE 6, 2023

Cheshire housebuilder Lane End Developments Construction owed almost £12m when it collapsed in April, it has emerged. A report by its administrators shows the affordable housing specialist owed 412 unsecured creditors a total of £11.8m. One supplier, security services provider Monitored Guarding, was owed over… The post Cheshire housebuilder collapsed owing £12m appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 6, 2023

University of Idaho’s (U of I’s) Idaho Central Credit Union Arena features a specially crafted dual-curve roof in a long-span format made from mass timber. The engineering team behind the project worked to develop, shape, and optimize the curved roof, ensuring its feasibility for fabrication and construction. This meticulous process not only enhanced the architectural vision, but also addressed the various constraints and challenges associated with a doubly curved structure spanning a 5,760-m 2

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BDC Network

JUNE 6, 2023

Taking storytelling to a new level in building design, with Gensler's Bob Weis and Andy Cohen 0 dbarista Tue, 06/06/2023 - 13:04 Bob Weis, formerly the head of Disney Imagineering, was recently hired by Gensler as its Global Immersive Experience Design Leader. He joins the firm's co-CEO Andy Cohen to discuss how Gensler will focus on storytelling to connect people to its projects.

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