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Athletics select Mortenson-McCarthy for $1.5B Las Vegas ballpark

Construction Dive

The Major League Baseball club tapped the same joint venture that delivered the city’s $1.9 billion Allegiant Stadium in 2020.

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DFI Educational Trust Awards Women in Deep Foundations Professional Development Grants

Civil + Structural Engineer

Hawthorne, N.J. : DFI Educational Trust has awarded five Women in Deep Foundations (WiDF) Professional Development Grants of $1,750 each to women working in the deep foundations industry. The recipients are invited to attend DFI’s 48th Annual Conference in Seattle, October 31-November 3. The grant includes complimentary conference registration and covers related expenses for attending the conference.

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McHugh tops off $470M, 73-story Chicago apartment tower

Construction Dive

The COVID-19 pandemic previously delayed the project, but the contractor finished concrete work this month.

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Christi Byrd to Lead Advisory National Business Line for WSP USA

Civil + Structural Engineer

NEW YORK — Christi Byrd has been named national business line leader for Advisory at WSP USA, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy. In her new role, Byrd will lead the continued expansion and success of the Advisory practice, which has more than 300 team members nationwide, with a future-forward focus on growing services and deepening client relationships in transportation, buildings, energy, water and environment.

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How Top Construction Firms Reinvent Cost Control

Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Data center construction rides AI wave: CBRE director

Construction Dive

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

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Balfour Beatty wins $62M Texas highway project

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

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Secretary Buttigieg names HNTB’s Diana Mendes to USDOT’s Advisory Committee on Transportation Equity

Civil + Structural Engineer

ARLINGTON, Va. – HNTB’s Diana Mendes, AICP, has been appointed by Secretary Pete Buttigieg to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Advisory Committee on Transportation Equity under the Federal Advisory Committee Act. Secretary Buttigieg re-established the ACTE to provide independent advice and recommendations about issues of civil rights and transportation equity from a variety of leaders with diverse perspectives.

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Turner kicks off $100M Albany airport revamp

Construction Dive

The project at the nation’s oldest municipal airport will relieve passenger congestion that backs up from security to the facility’s parking garage.

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NALCO Recruitment 2023 For Various Posts | 36 Posts | 27-09-2023

Construction Placements

NALCO Recruitment 2023 For Various Posts | 36 Posts | 27-09-2023 NALCO Recruitment 2023 For Various Posts with 36 Posts vacancies, the last date to apply for this job is 27-09-2023 The post NALCO Recruitment 2023 For Various Posts | 36 Posts | 27-09-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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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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Sundt names municipal water lead for Southeast

Construction Dive

The Arizona-based contractor promoted David Rieken, a civil engineer who has worked with the company since 2021.

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Civil Engineering Career Pathways: A Comprehensive Guide of 110 Job Roles

Construction Placements

Civil Engineering Career Pathways: A Comprehensive Guide of 110 Job Roles Discover the diverse career opportunities in civil engineering. From traditional roles in construction & structural engineering to specialized niches in environmental sustainability & smart city planning, explore 110 job roles in the field with this comprehensive guide!

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The Fine Art of Repointing Brickwork

Civil Engineer Blog

If you own a period property or an oldish one, you may have noticed the cement between the bricks is starting to crack and may then crumble eventually turning to dust. The cement that holds bricks in place is called “pointing”, and it’s not only older houses that suffer from it falling out because new […] The post The Fine Art of Repointing Brickwork first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Truth Excavation Goes to Work After Devastating Maui Wildfire

Equipment World

Kimo Clark and his crew helped battle the blaze and are now left to help rebuild the community they call home after a wildfire hit Lahaina on August 8.

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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

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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Causes Of Air Pollution

Daily Civil

What Is Air Pollution? The release of pollutants into the atmosphere is defined as air pollution—pollutants that are harmful to human health and the environment. Each year, air. Read more The post Causes Of Air Pollution appeared first on DAILY CIVIL.

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Digital Builder Ep 60: How Innovation and Technology Intersect

Autodesk Construction Cloud

While aesthetics plays a crucial role in construction, sometimes the most impressive facilities aren't only those with the most visually stunning features. Often times they’re the ones that provide seamless and intuitive experiences for their users. This is especially true in transportation centers like airports, cruise ports, and terminals, where clear navigation and user-centric design are paramount.

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Job Inquiry Email Templates for Construction Jobs: For Freshers and Experienced Candidates

Construction Placements

Job Inquiry Email Templates for Construction Jobs: For Freshers and Experienced Candidates Making a great first impression is crucial when seeking a job. Dive into our guide to find specialized email templates for construction roles, suitable for both freshers and experienced candidates. Ensure your introduction is as solid as your expertise. The post Job Inquiry Email Templates for Construction Jobs: For Freshers and Experienced Candidates appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Different Types of Sewer Cleaning Tools and Equipment

Civil Engineering Web

In this article, we share the list of sewer cleaning tools and equipment’s, their uses and functions, etc. These tools and equipment’s are mostly used for cleaning of sewer. So if you get any valuable information from this article then please share it with your friends and also comments the “best article on sewer cleaning.

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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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Best Value JOB ORDER CONTRACTING

Job Order Contracting

Characteristics of Best Value JOB ORDER CONTRACTING… Real proper owner capability, leadership, commitment, and accountability Integrated internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery teams within a standardized programmatic process Clear set of objectives and workflows for the all aspects of the programmatic process – (Written Operations Manual/Execution Guides part of the multi-party agreement) Common data environment, inclusive of objective, current, granular lo

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What Are the Benefits of Having Timesheet Management Software?

Rapport3

What Are the Benefits of Having Timesheet Management Software? Timesheets offer a multitude of benefits for the AEC industry. It provides accurate time tracking, ensuring precise billing, efficient payroll processing, and effective project costing. Organizations gain insights into resource allocation, enabling optimized task assignments and improved project management.

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Preconstruction Prerequisites

Job Order Contracting

Here a listing of preconstruction prerequisites. Preconstruction determines what will be built and how it will be procured and delivered. A robust preconstruction process mitigates risk, virually eliminates change orders, ensures regulatory compliance, provide cost transparency, reduces project delivery times, and overall construction costs by 30%-40%+ vs. traditional methods. #1.

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Beyer Blinder Belle, Lake | Flato, Steinberg Hart among 2023 NACIA award winners

Construction Specifier

Fifteen U.S. projects are among the 19 winners at the Copper Development Association’s (CDA’s) 16 th annual North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) awards. The winners include Beyer Blinder Belle Architects, Lake | Flato, Steinberg Hart, and Ennead Architects. The remaining four winning projects are in Canada. Three of the U.S. projects were in the custom fabrication category, seven in new construction, and five in restoration.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

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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Colorado Adopts Its First Building Energy Performance Standard

ENR Construction

About 8,000 buildings are covered by the new rule, intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but some already meet the standard's energy efficiency requirements.

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World’s longest elevated pedestrian loop opens at Minnesota Zoo

Construction Specifier

The Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail, claimed as the world’s longest elevated pedestrian loop. Photo courtesy Minnesota Zoo. The 2-km (1.25-mile) Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail, claimed to be the world’s longest elevated pedestrian loop, officially opened recently. The loop takes guests up to 9.75 m (32 ft) above the ground and gives them access to hundreds of hectares (acres) of hardwood forest, ponds and marshes, and the diverse Minnesota wildlife.

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Contractor Venture Platform Set to Grow Sustainable Building Startups

ENR Construction

Suffolk Technologies, an affiliate of the Boston construction firm, recently closed on a $110-million inaugural fund.

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Reactive Fleet Safety: A Costly Gamble.

Linxup

Whether small or large, prioritizing road safety has always been crucial in fleet management. In the past, reactive responses to accidents and other safety-related incidents were the norm. However, increasing costs for road accidents and the financial burden they place on companies, combined with the sobering statistic that commercial drivers average 4.5 road incidents per year (33% at fault), is driving a shift in how companies improve safety on the road and in the cab.

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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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ENR Midwest Announces Best Project Winners

ENR Construction

This blog will comment on all matters related to design and construction in the Midwest.

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Roads Review: Encouraging diversity

Roads Online

This month, we asked the industry’s decision-makers, ‘How can construction companies encourage more diversity in the workplace?’ Caroline Wilkie, CEO – Australasian Railway Association Having a diversity and inclusion focus is important in supporting the long-term sustainability of the rail industry, particularly with a 70,000 skills gap in the face of an unprecedented $154 billion pipeline of infrastructure projects over the next 15 years.

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Working Under a Spotlight, Team Quickly Reopens I-95 Span

ENR Construction

Prompt action and collaboratn among many parties reopened a burnt section of I-95 in 12 days. Work on a permanent fix continues.

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