Prodyogi
MARCH 2, 2025
Construction projects follow a structured process to ensure smooth execution from start to finish. These projects are divided into several phases, each involving different responsibilities across various departments in civil engineering. Understanding these phases is crucial for effective project management. Lets explore them step by step.
Construction Dive
MARCH 3, 2025
These industry veterans from firms like Turner, Balfour Beatty and Sundt Construction are stalwarts in their fields, respected by those who work with them.
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Construction News
MARCH 4, 2025
Alun Griffiths has begun a consultation with staff following a strategic review of the business caused by recent challenges including financial performance. In October 2023, the Welsh civils contractor reported turnover of 301m and a 20m pre-tax loss for the year to 31 December 2022… The post Welsh civils contractor begins staff consultation after financial ‘challenges appeared first on Construction News.
Contractor Bookkeeping
MARCH 7, 2025
Understanding and managing your gross profit margin is crucial to ensuring the sustainability and profitability of your business as a construction contractor. This key financial metric not only reflects your company's financial health but also helps guide your pricing strategies, project management decisions, and overall strategic planning. Profit is the money left in your business after all your expenses have been paid.
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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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.
PC Construction
MARCH 3, 2025
I am so honored to launch this years Women in Construction Week.Throughout this week, the entire industry will recognize women for their contributions and achievements in construction, and their dedication to helping mentor and guide other women grow interest in our profession. Twenty years ago, a kid fresh out of college, I stepped onto my first construction site.
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Roads Online
MARCH 3, 2025
Image: New South Wales Government. Two tunnel boring machines (TBMs) constructing the 24-kilometre twin metro railway tunnels for the Sydney Metro West project have broken through solid rock walls, arriving at the junction caverns 24-metres below the surface at Clyde. Sydney Metro is a jointly funded public transport project by the Federal and New South Wales governments.
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 7, 2025
Granular Local Market Cost Data is Essential for Cost Visibility & Management (Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, & New Builds) Using current, verifiable, and detailed local cost dat a instead of national averages with adjustment factors ensures: Cost transparency All labor, material, and equipment costs are broken down and verifiable. Accuracy Estimates reflect real, current market conditions , not outdated or averaged data.
Construction Specifier
MARCH 3, 2025
The monumental design features a geologic dome supported by buttresses. Spanish architect Miguel Arraiz released designs for a monumental temple inspired by Japanese craft and features volcanic stone. The monumental design features a geologic dome that is supported by buttresses. The design of The Temple of the Deep was informed by the volcanic geography of Black Rock City.
Construction Dive
MARCH 3, 2025
The Coral Gables, Florida-based specialty contractor’s CEO said the company is positioned to capitalize on demand for energy and telecommunications infrastructure work.
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.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 3, 2025
The post Smart Home Renovations: Innovative Technologies to Upgrade Your Living Space appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The concept of home renovation has evolved significantly in recent years. No longer just about aesthetics and structural improvements, modern home renovations now incorporate cutting-edge technology to enhance convenience, security, and energy efficiency.
Construction News
MARCH 2, 2025
BAM has marked a significant milestone in its journey towards decarbonising its construction sites with the successful trial of the Element 1 dual-fuel hydrogen R&D solution. This innovative project, developed in collaboration with a broad range of industry partners, has now moved beyond the demonstration… The post Element 1 Leading the construction industry towards a net-zero future appeared first on Construction News.
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 2, 2025
Common construction cost estimating problems include: inaccurate material pricing, neglecting site conditions, underestimating labor costs, lack of contingency planning, poor scope definition, inadequate data analysis, overreliance on historical data, failure to account for risk factors, and insufficient collaboration between estimators and project teams ; leading to potential cost overruns and project delays if not properly addressed.
Construction Dive
MARCH 5, 2025
Supporting parents begins with stronger leave policies, writes a construction executive who gained a new perspective after starting her own family.
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.
Roads Online
MARCH 3, 2025
Image courtesy of the Tasmanian Government. The Federal Government has announced close to $213 million in funding to upgrade key highway connections and construct active transport routes in southern Tasmania. Works to improve the Arthur Highway and widen the Sorell Rivulet Bridge will receive $204 million of this funding, with the connection acting as a critical corridor for residents and tourists.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 4, 2025
The post Transform Your Garage: 10 Simple DIY Upgrades for a More Functional Home Space appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways Transforming your garage requires proper assessment and planning, including clear goals, accurate measurements, and a realistic budget with 15-20% set aside for unexpected expenses Effective decluttering using smart sorting techniques like the four-box method (keep, donate, sell, discard) and implementing vertical storage solutions can increase storage cap
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 3, 2025
The UK governments stance at the recent AI Action Summit in Paris, where it declined to sign up to an international declaration, saying it did not provide enough practical clarity on global governance, is just the latest evidence of its desire to put the UK… The post The expansion of infrastructure: How AI data centres will change the sector appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
MARCH 5, 2025
The system, developed by a Missouri S&T researcher, employs three drones to crawl, scrutinize and test spans.
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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.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 3, 2025
The construction industry is shifting toward more efficient project delivery methods, and Design-Build has emerged as one of the most effective approaches. Unlike the traditional design-bid-build process, where design and construction are handled separately, design-build consolidates both under a single contract. This integration minimizes risks, optimizes costs, and enhances project efficiency.
Construction News
MARCH 4, 2025
A judge has ordered failed contractor Hadden Construction to pay axed staff 90 days income after it breached employment laws. Scottish employment tribunal judge Ian McFatridge ruled that the Perthshire firm had failed to comply with its employee-consultation obligations under trade union and labour relations… The post Judge orders redundancy payouts to failed contractor’s staff appeared first on Construction News.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 2, 2025
The second half of 2024 was a tale of ups and downs. See what changes and trends impacted the construction industry to prepare for 2025.
Construction Dive
MARCH 3, 2025
Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.
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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.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 4, 2025
The post How to Choose Trusted Tiny Home Builders in Queensland: Expert Guide 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Tiny houses have become increasingly popular in Australia. They offer an affordable and eco-friendly way to live. The starting price sits at AUD 80,000, and choosing the right builder needs careful thought to meet quality standards and regulations.
Construction News
MARCH 3, 2025
A consultant has been sent to jail after funding a gambling habit with 700,000 defrauded from four construction firms before they went bust. Wesley Grainger-Smith, 66, of Gainsborough Road, Winthorpe, Nottinghamshire, was sentenced to two years and four months in prison by a judge at… The post Consultant took 700k out of construction companies for gambling appeared first on Construction News.
Plant & Civil Engineer
MARCH 3, 2025
67% of Irish construction companies report no (48%) or low (19%) involvement in public infrastructure projects, according to the latest CIF Construction Outlook Survey. The primary reasons deterring construction companies from taking up public infrastructure projects, such as water and energy, include low margins, high bureaucracy, delays in awarding tenders and lowest price award criteria.
Construction Dive
MARCH 6, 2025
Non-public work posted a 36.7% jump year over year in on-hold activity, according to the latest Project Stress data from ConstructConnect.
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.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 3, 2025
The post How to Plan a Home Addition That Blends Seamlessly with Your Existing Home appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Adding onto your home is an exciting way to create more space, improve functionality, and increase your propertys value. However, one of the biggest challenges of a home addition is making sure it blends seamlessly with your existing home.
Construction News
MARCH 3, 2025
Industry figures have welcomed the governments signal it will support the expansion of Gatwick Airport, and called for it to be brought forward quickly as part of a wider pipeline of work. The 2.2bn expansion of the West Sussex airport, which is majority owned by… The post Gatwick expansion ‘needs to be part of wider infrastructure pipeline’ appeared first on Construction News.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 3, 2025
Getting the perfect finish on a tiling project depends on precision and clean, accurate cuts can make all the difference. Be it upgrading a bathroom, installing a kitchen backsplash, or working on an outdoor space, choosing the right tool for the job ensures smooth progress and professional results. A tile cutter is a must-have for any tiling project, but with so many options available, knowing what to look for can save time, effort, and frustration.
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