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Shavon Charlot named president of SS&A Design Collective 

Civil + Structural Engineer

Kevin Childs assumes the role of vice president Montgomery, AL SS&A Design Collective is pleased to announce Shavon Charlot, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, NCARB, has been named president. She officially assumed the role on November 16, 2024, upon the announcement of the forthcoming retirement of Bob Snider, PE, FHFI, CHC, LEED AP BD+C, principal, who served as president from 2008-2024.

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Gilbane, DPS JV to build $614M Albany nanotech center expansion

Construction Dive

The research and development facility will include a new, 50,000-square-foot ISO 5 cleanroom and a high-voltage switchyard upgrade.

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Green infrastructure in flood mitigation: Why it’s critical now more than ever

New Civil Engineer

Climate change is impacting our weather patterns, and were seeing more extreme weather events in the UK and worldwide every year. According to the National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), 2024 was the warmest year since global records began in 1850. The post Green infrastructure in flood mitigation: Why its critical now more than ever appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Overcoming common challenges in commercial shower construction

Construction Dive

For multifamily and hospitality construction professionals, addressing the challenges of shower installations has never been easier with Tile Redi’s innovative solutions.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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Bad regulatory communication could stymie Britain’s housing target

Construction News

Charis Beverton is a partner at law firm Winckworth Sherwood Since last summers general election, development conversations have centred around Labours target of building 1.5 million homes over the next five years. In December, we heard the prime minister again double down on that pledge… The post Bad regulatory communication could stymie Britain’s housing target appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Bid Win Percentage

Job Order Contracting

According to industry data, the average bid win percentage for a commercial contractor is 25%, meaning for every 10 bids submitted, they would win 2-3 projects. Key points to remember: Variation by market and company size: This percentage can fluctuate depending on the specific market, project type, and the contractor’s reputation and experience within that market.

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Building a Safer Workplace: Identifying Substance Abuse in Construction

CCR Magazine

Drug addiction is a pervasive issue that can significantly impact workplace safety and productivity, particularly in high-risk environments like the construction industry. The physical demands of construction work, combined with the potential for high stress and long hours, can lead some employees to misuse drugs or alcohol as a coping mechanism. Identifying signs of substance abuse is crucial for maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring the well-being of all employees.

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Easing the carbon cut: AI supplies a helping hand

Construction News

This years TechFest conference focused on how AI and automation can help the construction industry reduce its carbon footprint According to the government and environmental organisations such as the UK Green Building Council, the construction sector accounts for about 25 per cent of the countrys… The post Easing the carbon cut: AI supplies a helping hand appeared first on Construction News.

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How to Choose the Right Equipment Rental Provider

CCR Magazine

How can you ensure that your equipment rentals deliver optimal value? Your project’s success depends on selecting the appropriate equipment rental provider. As the U.S. equipment rental industry grows to $78.2 billion by 2024 selecting a dependable partner becomes even more essential. The good news? I will guide you through the essential information needed to make the correct decision.

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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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HS2 project team reveals challenges of 4-day continuous viaduct slide over road and railway

New Civil Engineer

The High Speed 2 (HS2) project team behind the construction of the Small Dean viaduct have revealed the challenges behind sliding the 4,500t, 345m long structure over a road and a railway in one continuous stage over four days. The post HS2 project team reveals challenges of 4-day continuous viaduct slide over road and railway appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Extend Your Garage Door’s Lifespan with Proper Maintenance

CCR Magazine

Your garage door is one of the hardest-working parts of your home. Think about ithow many times a day does it lift and lower without you giving it a second thought? Yet, like all mechanical systems, your garage door relies on regular care to function smoothly and avoid costly breakdowns. Ignoring garage door maintenance? That spells trouble. No one wants the frustration of garage door problems popping up right before youre about to leave for work or head out for a road trip.

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Ground Collapse at London Construction Site Raises Safety Concerns

CCE Magazine

A construction site operated by Mace in central London has suffered a significant setback after a 4m-deep void unexpectedly opened. The incident, which occurred on 7 January, has raised concerns about safety and ground stability in urban construction. The site, part of a large-scale development, was forced to halt operations as engineers and inspectors assessed the damage.

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Wigan contractor boosts turnover with focus on bigger projects

Construction News

Domis Construction has reported double-digit revenue growth after moving towards larger jobs. The Wigan-headquartered contractor posted income of 162.6m for the year to 30 April 2024, up 11.2 per cent from the previous years 146.3m. Pre-tax profit rose 4.4 per cent to 6.5m in the… The post Wigan contractor boosts turnover with focus on bigger projects appeared first on Construction News.

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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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Modine Coatings Launches EFIN Data Shield with 10-Year Warranty

CCR Magazine

Modine Coatings, a leader in protective coatings, is proud to introduce its groundbreaking EFIN Data Shield Programthe only solution offering a 10-year warranty for protective coatings of data center equipment. This innovative program safeguards critical data center equipment from corrosion, enhances system efficiency, and helps avoid costly unplanned downtime, setting a new industry standard for reliability and performance.

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Smart Sensors for Real-Time Monitoring of Foundation Stability

The Constructor

Smart sensors for foundation monitoring are cutting-edge devices that continuously track structural stability and ground conditions. These advanced systems transform traditional building monitoring into an automated, data-driven process that ensures early detection of potential foundation issues. As a result, these monitoring systems help prevent catastrophic structural failures, optimize maintenance schedules, and extend building lifespans.

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Regional cities see drop in new construction work

Construction News

The number of construction projects breaking ground across four major regional UK cities fell by more than a third last year, according to research. Data published by professional services firm Deloitte showed that 47 schemes got underway in Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham and Belfast in 2024.… The post Regional cities see drop in new construction work appeared first on Construction News.

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Government Backs Heathrow Airport Expansion Despite Strong Opposition

CCE Magazine

The UK government has reaffirmed its support for Heathrow Airport’s long-debated expansion, reigniting a controversy that has persisted for two decades. Chancellor Rachel Reeves has committed to completing a third runway by 2035, arguing that the project is essential for economic growth and global competitiveness. Originally approved by Parliament in 2018, the expansion has faced repeated… Source The post Government Backs Heathrow Airport Expansion Despite Strong Opposition appe

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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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Arizona Congressman Sponsors Bill To Abolish OSHA

For Construction Pros

Andy Biggs (AZ - R), who has served Arizona's fifth district since 2017, introduced a new bill that would abolish the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, ending more than 50 years of national progress for worker and jobsite safety.

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Developers Struggle as Over 800 High-Rise Projects Face Safety Hurdles

CCE Magazine

The UK’s construction industry is facing widespread delays as more than 800 high-rise residential projects remain stalled due to prolonged safety approval processes. The Building Safety Regulator, established under the Building Safety Act 2022, is responsible for ensuring that all new high-rise developments meet stringent fire and structural safety standards before construction begins.

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What does automation for warehouse operations look like in 2025?

Construction Placements

What does automation for warehouse operations look like in 2025? Discover how warehouse automation is evolving in 2025 with AI-driven robotics, IoT-connected systems, and predictive analytics to streamline logistics. The post What does automation for warehouse operations look like in 2025? appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Rachel Reeves Supports East West Rail Despite Habitats at Risk

CCE Magazine

The UK government has reaffirmed its commitment to the East West Rail (EWR) project, a major transport initiative designed to improve rail connections between Oxford, Milton Keynes, Bedford, and Cambridge. Chancellor Rachel Reeves has backed the scheme as part of a broader strategy to boost economic growth and infrastructure investment. However, environmental concerns regarding the project’s… Source The post Rachel Reeves Supports East West Rail Despite Habitats at Risk appeared firs

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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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Ferrovial JV wins £230m Grain-Tilbury tunnel

The Construction Index

National Grid has awarded a Spanish-Austrian joint venture a £230m tunnelling contract.

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Ferrovial appointed for £230M tunnel on National Grid’s Grain to Tilbury transmission project

New Civil Engineer

Ferrovial has secured a contract worth approximately 230M from National Grid for a 2.2km tunnel as part of an extensive upgrade to electricity infrastructure between Grain and Tilbury. The post Ferrovial appointed for 230M tunnel on National Grids Grain to Tilbury transmission project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Infrastructure strategy says all the right things, but…

Construction Law

The Treasury has released a working paper on the governments proposed 10-year Infrastructure Strategy that it says sits at the heart of its growth mission. It is intended to end the uncertainty over what work to expect from government that has dogged infrastructure suppliers for about as long as any of them can remember. The document starts by acknowledging that uncertainty about infrastructure plans and policy has inhibited investment in programmes and supply chains.

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Jacobs lands integration delivery partner role on Transpennine Route Upgrade

New Civil Engineer

Jacobs has been appointed by Network Rail as the technical services integration delivery partner for the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU). The post Jacobs lands integration delivery partner role on Transpennine Route Upgrade appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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TICA bucks apprenticeships trend with record intake

The Construction Index

The Thermal Insulation Contractors Association (TICA) is defying a national decline in apprenticeships.

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UAE seeks civils contractors for Dubai to Abu Dhabi high-speed rail line

New Civil Engineer

Development of a new 150km high-speed rail line between Abu Dhabi and Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is moving forward with the release of tender documents for design and build civils contracts. The post UAE seeks civils contractors for Dubai to Abu Dhabi high-speed rail line appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Materials producers move into recovery phase

The Construction Index

UK manufacturers of construction products report a third consecutive quarter of sales growth as they gradually climb out of the doldrums.

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