AEC Business

JULY 23, 2024

Infrastructure construction has caught up with and surpassed building construction when it comes to the systematic use of BIM, at least in Finland. A shining example is the Kruunusilta bridge, under construction in Helsinki. Kruunusilta won this year’s Tekla BIM Award in Finland, indicating that the project has used BIM exceptionally well. An innovative bridge […] The post Building an Innovative Bridge with BIM appeared first on AEC Business.

Construction Dive

JULY 23, 2024

The Chimney Hollow Reservoir, built with only the second asphalt core dam in the country, aims to make water access more reliable for Southern Rocky Mountain communities.

The Pro Builder

JULY 23, 2024

Expansive glass walls define this unusual ranch-style single story home that goes by the name “Caterpillar House” due to its fascinating curved layout.

Construction Dive

JULY 23, 2024

CNY Alliance will replace the elevated highway in downtown Syracuse and perform upgrades to the city’s drainage system as part of the broader $2.25 billion I-81 Viaduct project, according to the New York State DOT.

Contracts

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.

Approvals

The Pro Builder

JULY 23, 2024

Selling a home right now can be challenging for any homeowner due to limited inventory and rising home prices. For Baby Boomers who are looking to downsize, the housing market could prove to be even more challenging as many homes do not meet the criteria of aging in place. According to online real estate marketplace OpenDoor, the Baby Boomer generation owns about 32 million homes in the U.S., but less than 40% of homes have basic features for aging, such as step-free entryways and bedrooms on th

New Civil Engineer

JULY 23, 2024

The cancellation of High Speed 2 (HS2) north of Birmingham has seen billions of pounds and most benefits squandered, with the project now in an awkward state, a report from the National Audit Office (NAO) has detailed. The post HS2 | Billions of pounds and significant benefits squandered by cancellation, NAO reports appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Dive

JULY 23, 2024

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

The Pro Builder

JULY 23, 2024

In today’s housing market, long-time homeowners have a leg up on prospective buyers, with higher mortgage rates discouraging many homeowners from selling. According to Fast Company, 96% of homeowners have fixed-rate mortgages, and 39% of homeowners don’t have a mortgage at all. While on the outside these factors don’t appear to help prospective buyers, housing market experts argue that fewer distressed sales and foreclosures could keep national home price increases at bay despite the rise in mor

The Construction Index

JULY 23, 2024

City of York Council’s planning committee has approved plans for the construction of new government offices.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 23, 2024

Since 2020, home prices have soared across the nation, but some areas of the U.S. have been more affected than others. The ResiClub blog put together an interactive map showcasing which counties have seen the largest housing cost spikes from 2020 to 2024. That map shows the biggest home price increases were in smaller housing markets that many people flocked to during the Pandemic Housing Boom, including beach towns, exurbs, and mountain towns.

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The Construction Index

JULY 23, 2024

The National House Building Council says that the new government has “a mountain to climb” to hit its housing targets.

The Pro Builder

JULY 23, 2024

In today’s housing market, long-time homeowners have a leg up on prospective buyers, with higher mortgage rates discouraging many homeowners from selling. According to Fast Company, 96% of homeowners have fixed-rate mortgages, and 39% of homeowners don’t have a mortgage at all. While on the outside these factors don’t appear to help prospective buyers, housing market experts argue less distressed sales and foreclosures could keep national home price increases at bay despite the rise in mortgage

The Construction Index

JULY 23, 2024

Britain’s pothole crisis is on a downward spiral, according to a National Audit Office report.

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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.

Risk Management

The Pro Builder

JULY 23, 2024

Homes in extreme and unpredictable climates, like California’s, need windows and doors that protect their interiors. Andersen’s 100 Series is an ideal solution.

The Construction Index

JULY 23, 2024

Plans for a £150m rebuild of two council estates in north London have been approved.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 23, 2024

The construction industry for many years has struggled to maintain and attract women to the workforce, but programs across the U.S. are hoping to change that. One such program in Athens, Ga. is allowing female high school students to participate in a one-week construction camp over the summer. The program—offered by the University of Georgia College of Design and Athens Area Women in Construction—allows campers to familiarize themselves with different areas of the industry through hands-on exper

The Construction Index

JULY 23, 2024

Urban&Civic has agreed the purchase of L&Q Estates from London & Quadrant Housing Trust.

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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.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 23, 2024

The status quo in the planning system is “not working”, with both development benefits and the environment losing out, according to a letter sent by the government to nature conservation organisations. The post Government appeals to environmentalists for support to overhaul ‘lose-lose’ planning system appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Government Works

The Construction Index

JULY 23, 2024

A 10-year, £369m programme to refurbish Buckingham Palace is being well managed and demonstrates good practice in numerous areas, according the National Audit Office.

Construction Management

iField Smart

JULY 23, 2024

Top 10 Construction Scheduling Software: Empowering Projects for Success Construction scheduling software is an indispensable tool for modern project management. It optimizes efficiency, streamlines collaboration, and ensures projects stay on track and within budget. With a plethora of options available, choosing the right software can be daunting. This article explores the top 10 construction scheduling software solutions, highlighting their unique features and capabilities.

Schedule Management

The Construction Index

JULY 23, 2024

Van Elle, the UK's largest ground engineering contractor, has reported a 6% drop in revenues but healthily steady margins.

Engineering

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

New Civil Engineer

JULY 23, 2024

National Grid has awarded Morgan Sindall Infrastructure the Necton overhead line contract to build transmission infrastructure in support of windfarms off the Norfolk coast. The post Morgan Sindall appointed to overhead line contract to support windfarms off Norfolk coast appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Placements

JULY 23, 2024

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 23, 2024

A bridge expert at Network Rail has said the industry must challenge current standards, written and unwritten, for designing, constructing and maintaining bridges. The post Network Rail bridge expert urges industry to challenge standards around design appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Engineering

Construction Placements

JULY 23, 2024

What is Cleantech? A Comprehensive Guide to the Clean Technology Revolution Discover the world of cleantech, from innovative startups to leading companies, and explore how clean technology is shaping a sustainable future. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about the cleantech industry, including market trends, key resources, and emerging opportunities.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 23, 2024

A consortium of Dragados Offshore (a subsidiary of Vinci’s Cobra IS) and Siemens Energy has won a €2.9bn (£2.44bn) contract to design, build and install two electrical conversion platforms in the North Sea. The post Dragados Siemens JV wins £2.4bn contract to design and build North Sea electrical conversion platforms appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction News

JULY 23, 2024

Closing HS2’s cancelled second phase will cost £100m and take three years despite no major construction work ever taking place, a watchdog has said. Works already started are likely to take until summer 2027 to reverse, a report by the National Audit Office (NAO) concluded.… The post HS2: Cancelling phase two to cost £100m, says watchdog appeared first on Construction News.

New Civil Engineer

JULY 23, 2024

EMC Elite Engineering Services has been fined after a worker suffered serious injuries while working on a High Speed 2 (HS2) construction site in Hertfordshire. The post Engineering firm fined for serious injuries suffered by worker on HS2 site appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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