April, 2024

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Recruiter warns that construction skills shortages are about to get worse

The Construction Index

A construction and engineering recruitment specialist says that an imminent skills shortage will “make 2007’s war for talent look like a water fight” Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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Lumber Leads Building Materials Prices Higher in March

The Pro Builder

Lumber Leads Building Materials Prices Higher in March ibush Thu, 04/11/2024 - 13:28 Overall, the cost of building materials rose during March, with softwood lumber, gypsum products, and concrete all seeing price increases. Only steel mill materials saw price drops The cost of building materials used in residential construction increased again in March—the fifth month in a row—according to the National Association of Home Builders' reporting on the most recent Producer Price Index (PPI) data fro

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Why Is There a Labor Shortage in Construction?

Contruct Connect

The most recent AGC workforce survey shows that “88% of construction firms are having a hard time finding workers to hire.” But where are the solutions to this uncertainty?

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What Does It Cost to Build a Single-Family Home?

The Pro Builder

What Does It Cost to Build a Single-Family Home? ibush Mon, 04/15/2024 - 08:07 A closer look at the itemized costs in each stage of construction for a single-family home To gain a better understanding of the costs involved in building a single-family home, news and research company ResiClub used data from the National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB) to create a pie chart.

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How AI is Reshaping Construction: Insights from Industry Experts

Construction firms embracing AI are outperforming the competition. This exclusive guide unpacks the impact of AI-driven analytics, automation, and predictive insights on project management, risk reduction, and workforce transformation. Discover how AI enhances real-time decision-making, optimizes labor and materials, and ensures projects stay on schedule and budget.

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Construction planning posts largest decline of 2024

Construction Dive

Institutional developments, which include life sciences and lab projects that surged during the pandemic, have now slowed down, according to Dodge Construction Network.

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What is Green Building Construction?

Prodyogi

In an era where environmental consciousness is at the forefront of global conversations, the concept of green building has emerged as a beacon of hope for a more sustainable future. But what exactly is a green building, and why is it becoming increasingly vital in the realm of construction?

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Top Countries for Civil Engineers in 2024

Construction Placements

Top Countries for Civil Engineers in 2024 Discover the most promising countries for civil engineers in 2024, where innovation meets opportunity. This guide covers top destinations with the best career prospects, emerging trends, and practical tips for engineers aiming to work abroad. The post Top Countries for Civil Engineers in 2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Carbon emission concerns are rapidly changing delivery requirements for construction projects

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Mary Scott Nabers Here’s a fact that may be surprising – it surely was to me. The construction or renovation of buildings accounts for approximately 39% of the total global energy-related carbon emissions each year. Embodied carbon contributes another 11%. That category refers to the total greenhouse gas emissions generated over the lifecycle of a building, road or any type of infrastructure.

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Neom | Plans for Saudi Arabia’s linear city cut from 170km to 2.4km

New Civil Engineer

Saudi Arabia’s wildly ambitious plan to build 500m tall, mirrored, 170km long parallel skyscrapers, forming a 1.5M population desert city has been curtailed to 2.4km long. The post Neom | Plans for Saudi Arabia’s linear city cut from 170km to 2.4km 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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Construction backlog posts first gain of 2024

Construction Dive

Given industry headwinds, the “optimism among nonresidential construction contractors is astonishing,” said Anirban Basu, Associated Builders and Contractors chief economist.

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What Gen-Z Buyers Really Want in a Home

The Pro Builder

What Gen-Z Buyers Really Want in a Home ibush Tue, 04/16/2024 - 08:04 The fervor of planning for Millennials in the home building industry has now pivoted to Gen Z. So, what does this new generation want? Jenni Nichols Believe it or not, but Gen Z—the generation born between 1997 and 2012—is dipping the toe of its 68-million-strong cohort into the new-home buying market and builders are getting anxious about how to tailor their products and features to this generation.

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What Are the Methods of Fixing Potholes?

Prodyogi

Potholes are holes or little pits formed in roadways mainly caused due to the effects of extreme traffic load and water penetration. The process of restoring the pavement by filling the potholes is called patching. Potholes can be formed in both asphalt and concrete pavement.

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Mears gets £400m managing asylum seekers

The Construction Index

Housing maintenance contractor Mears Group turned over more than £1bn last year, with more than 40% of that coming from looking after asylum seekers.

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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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Saturday Mornings In Ghana

Civil + Structural Engineer

People in AEC Profile: Selasie Buatsi Selasie Buatsi has been a Project Manager for BOND Civil & Utility Construction for the past four years, but she has been around the AEC industry for her entire life. Growing up in Ghana on the West Coast of Africa, Buatsi describes herself as a curious kid and often tagged along with her father to work. Her father owns several construction companies, and Buatsi’s curiosity was her introduction to the AEC industry.

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Final Grenfell Tower report delayed once again

Construction News

The final report into the Grenfell Tower fire has been delayed for a third time – with its expected publication now pushed later into the summer. It was initially hoped that the report would be published last autumn, before being moved to early this year.… The post Final Grenfell Tower report delayed once again appeared first on Construction News.

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JV bores out first tube of $3.9B Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel

Construction Dive

The largest transportation infrastructure project in Virginia history is progressing albeit 18 months behind schedule.

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Light But Tough: MDLR Brands’ Building Panels

The Pro Builder

Light But Tough: MDLR Brands’ Building Panels qpurcell Tue, 04/23/2024 - 09:33 The building panels manufactured by Tennessee-based MDLR Brands are so lightweight that just four people can carry a panel sheet measuring 8 by 32 feet. “You couldn’t have four men carry an 8-by-32 wooden or metal SIP,” says Harrison Langley, CEO, MDLR (pronounced “modular”) Brands.

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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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What is Bar Bending Schedule (BBS) in Construction?

Prodyogi

In reinforcement detailing of concrete, it is very important to keep an order in which a bar is fixed. The bars that are used are numbered appropriately as per the placement in the drawings and the schedules kept. Different bar bending schedule format can be followed by the construction industry. The British standard schedules and Indian standards are explained below.

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National Highways starts enabling works for Stonehenge tunnel

The Construction Index

Critics are questioning National Highways’ decision to start enabling works for the £2.5bn Stonehenge tunnel project while legal challenges remain unresolved.

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Kindling for growth

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Luke Carothers From the Zweig Letter Zweig Group experts share their insights on the unique challenges and opportunities faced by small, entrepreneurial AEC firms. More than five decades of experience in AEC industry leadership and expertise were on display during Zweig Group’s recent Fireside Chat Webinar. Using the format of a classic fireside chat, Mark Zweig, founder and chairman of Zweig Group , and Chad Clinehens, president and CEO of Zweig Group , explored topics and questions centered

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Understanding the Divided City: An Interview with Wendy Pullan, Centre for Urban Conflicts Research

Build LLC Blog

[Beirut Tanks photo by Craig Larkin] In spring 2016, BUILD visited Cambridge University where we spoke with Wendy Pullan, director of the Centre for Urban Conflicts Research in the Department of Architecture. Most conflicts today take place in cities, and the Centre aims to provide a better understanding of urban conflict (particularly extreme or specific cases) through interdisciplinary investigation and examination.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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$12B Vegas-to-California rail project breaks ground

Construction Dive

The privately led Brightline West high-speed passenger rail line will slash travel times between Sin City and the Los Angeles area.

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Combining Concrete and Offsite Manufacturing to Create Resilient Homes

The Pro Builder

Combining Concrete and Offsite Manufacturing to Create Resilient Homes qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 12:53 Before it could build resilient , high-performing homes across the country, Onx Homes decided it first needed to prove it could do so in a challenging climate. The offsite manufacturer, which launched in 2021, decided to build its initial homes in Florida.

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Felling of Trees | Processing of Timber

Prodyogi

Timber undergoes various processing and treatment before it is finally used for building construction applications. Processing of timber from start to end involves 4 major processes, namely Felling of Trees, Seasoning of Timber, Conversion of Timber and Preservation of Timber.

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Kitchen company petitions for quartz worktop ban

The Construction Index

A Kent kitchen supplier that recently stopped selling high-silica quartz has now launched a petition calling for a UK ban.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.

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Civil+Structural Engineer Media to Host FARO Technologies Webinar

Civil + Structural Engineer

A learning opportunity from the experts at FARO Technologies titled “Deploying 3D Reality Capture for Bridge Inspection Applications: Field to Finish” FAYETTEVILLE, AR | April 30, 2024 – Civil+Structural Engineer Media, the authoritative source for business news and project information for the AEC industry, has partnered with FARO Technologies to present a webinar that will dive into the world of 3D reality capture technology for bridge inspection applications.

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Construction Supply Chain and the Baltimore Bridge Collapse

For Construction Pros

How much will construction and other supply chains be impacted by the collapse of the Baltimore Bridge and the suspension of traffic through the Port of Baltimore? End users may temporarily face delays and increases.

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After pandemic boom, industrial construction starts fade

Construction Dive

Project kickoffs fell 40% last year, as a slew of COVID-era warehouse and distribution projects have outpaced demand.

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