Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Here are ways construction firms can cash in on the country’s $500 billion onshoring surge and the ancillary projects it is spurring.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2023

EDMONTON, AB; NEW YORK, NY; BOCHUM, GERMANY — TSX, NYSE: STN Stantec , a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has signed an agreement to acquire ZETCON Engineering, a 645-person engineering firm headquartered in Bochum, Germany. Founded in 1973, ZETCON has built a reputation as an industry leader in infrastructure planning, inspection, project management, and construction management.

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Prodyogi

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Screeding or "to screed" is the process of placing a thin layer of material on the top of a concrete poured surface. It is the first process of finishing any flatwork to strike off or level slab concrete after pouring. Screeding is performed primarily to prevent bleeding of concrete that is caused shortly after placement. It is also used to provide a surface for proper finishing of the surface.

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The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Liberty Mutual Foundation Awards $75,000 for Home Rebuilding and Community Revitalization ibush Fri, 11/17/2023 - 10:18 The foundation awarded Rebuilding Together Boston the grant money as part of its Housing Stability, Youth and Young Adult Workforce Development program Liberty Mutual Foundation has awarded the local nonprofit Rebuilding Together Boston a total of $75,000 in grants to serve homeowners and nonprofit community centers in Boston's Dorchester and Mattapan neighborhoods, according t

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In the face of rising customer expectations and evolving industry standards, staying ahead in construction demands innovation. A Next Generation Construction ERP is designed to meet these challenges head-on. By integrating this advanced system into your tech stack, you empower your team with a single source of truth, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Union representation today is low, but the big wins from guilds and widespread pro-labor sentiment could tip the scales and continue to empower workers.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Automatic operation of on-site power generators to serve a facility’s entire load Hingham, MA – Russelectric , A Siemens Business, a leading manufacturer of power control systems and automatic transfer switches, offers its Prime Power Systems, which are used for automatic operation of on-site power generators to serve a facility’s entire load. The Prime Power Systems are used as the primary source of power to a facility.

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The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

NRP Group Delivers 52-Unit Affordable Housing Community in Cleveland ibush Fri, 11/17/2023 - 10:58 The residences cater to individuals and families earning up to 60% of the area median income Working with University Hospitals as a development partner, NRP Group has completed The Davis Apartments affordable housing community in Cleveland, Multi-Housing News reports.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

More construction technology providers will reach unicorn status even as venture capital slows in other sectors, according to an investment firm focused on the industry.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Helsinki – Savox Communications, the world-renowned leader in providing mission-critical hearing protection and communication solutions, is happy to announce the latest addition to its acclaimed Noise-Com (NC) 500 series – the Savox NC- 520XP hearing protection headsets. Designed to meet the needs of professionals working in the most demanding environments, the NC-520XP sets new industry standards by combining safety, innovation and reliability.

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Prodyogi

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Blockwork is a type of masonry construction technique using large concrete or cement blocks. The blocks used here are larger than normal brick and are mostly hollow to make them lighter and easier to work with. Blockworks have been in use since the 1930s, from ordinary cement.

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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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The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Mortgage Rates Continue Third Week of Downward Trend ibush Fri, 11/17/2023 - 11:23 Thanks to the continued drop in mortgage rates, mortgage applications are up, reaching their highest weekly pace in five weeks As the October inflation report drove down the yield on the 10-year Treasury, mortgage rates proceeded to fall this week, and healthier economic data is a positive sign that better days lie ahead for the housing market.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

While many are quick to blame the macro trend of inflation for property insurance increases, there are actual events with consequences inherent to the Florida market, that should be credited for the recent developments.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Zweig Group , a leading provider of management consulting services, research, and education for the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with illuceo inc. (“illuceo”), an expert in performance-based diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). This partnership and the work that will be done together marks a pivotal step toward addressing the recruiting and retention challenges within the AEC industry.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The cost of building High Speed 2 (HS2) Phase One is moving closer to being less than the benefit it will bring, according to Department for Transport (DfT) analysis, while HS2 Ltd chiefs say the civils contracts give them little leverage to improve contractor performance. The post HS2 Phase 1 ‘cost close to exceeding benefit’ as officials blame civils contracts appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Contingency planning is a strategic plan to allocate resources, time, and money if “all hell breaks loose” on a project. It considers risk mitigation and planning for a worst-case scenario.  Contingency planning in construction is necessary. You're expected to throw in a percentage to cover a contingency plan in your estimates but is it enough? There is an art to this type of planning and, if project leaders aren’t careful, a contingency plan could cost the company a lot more than lapsed deadlin

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The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Inflation May Be Falling, but Housing Costs Are Staying High ibush Wed, 11/15/2023 - 07:16 Cooling inflation lessens the likelihood that the Fed will continue increasing rates. But despite the slowdown, high housing costs persist The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) remained unchanged in October on a seasonally adjusted basis, following an increase of 0.4% during September, the National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB) Eye on Housing reports.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

After emphasizing that demolition was still an option late Monday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Tuesday new core samples indicated “surgical repairs” would suffice.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Cochrane brings comprehensive experience in delivering high-profile transit and transportation infrastructure projects, including senior leadership roles on Europe’s largest infrastructure project, High Speed 2. NEW YORK — WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy, hired David Cochrane as senior vice president and transportation program director.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The construction industry is no stranger to big changes. Whether it’s the proliferation of BIM, the shift to digital plans and documents over paper, or the rise of mobility and cloud collaboration, transformation has been part of the industry’s DNA over the last few decades. Every big change has certainly come with its challenges, but the construction industry has successfully overcome these pain points to advance processes and achieve new levels of efficiency.

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Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The UK needs a new long-term rail strategy for the North after the cancellation of Phase 2 of High Speed 2 (HS2), according to the leaders of the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC). The post NIC calls for new long-term rail strategy for North following cancellation of HS2 Phase 2 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

“Many smaller contractors are feeling the sting of weaker economic fundamentals in struggling commercial real estate segments,” said Anirban Basu, ABC chief economist.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Reston, Va. – ASCE’s newest Manual of Practice, Navigation Channel Sedimentation Solutions , MOP 156, addresses channel sedimentation problems. The book describes navigation channel sedimentation, lists the associated problems, and recommends practices for predicting navigation channel sedimentation responses resulting from those solutions. Inland, estuarine, and coastal navigation channel sedimentation problems can be solved from among seven strategies, including many sustainable solutions.

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Construction News

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

J Murphy & Sons has agreed a compensation settlement with four sacked workers following a lengthy dispute. The employees – fitters and welders working on a refurbishment project at Ireland’s giant Rusal Aughinish Alumina refinery – were dismissed in 2022 after a meeting at the… The post Murphy row ends with payout for sacked workers appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Residents around the paused High Speed 2 (HS2) London Euston work site are “frustrated and angry” while complaints about construction remain high across the whole of Phase One, according to the independent construction commissioner. The post HS2 | Euston residents ‘frustrated and angry’ while complaints remain high across Phase 1 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Construction pros from Rudolph & Sletten, Jacobs and Boulder Associates discussed the use cases for virtual reality at the Design-Build Conference & Expo earlier this month.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Ventura County Public Works Agency is taking the lead in reducing energy consumption and costs for Ventura County and all those connected to its electrical grid. VENTURA — Ventura County Public Works Agency (VCPWA) is installing cutting-edge battery technology at its two wastewater treatment plants, aimed at reducing energy consumption and costs for Ventura County and all those connected to its electrical grid.

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For Construction Pros

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Smaller commercial and residential contractors involved in commercial and even civil construction projects are adopting grade control as a best practice, facilitated by technology.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The Environment Agency expects to deliver far less through its £5.2bn flood-safety programme than originally forecast as skills shortages and inflation hold it back, a bleak report has warned. The post Hundreds of flood defence projects removed from Environment Agency’s plans appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

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

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NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Civil Engineering Firm Wins Four National DBIA Awards in Five Years San Diego, CA – Latitude 33 Planning & Engineering joins the University of California, San Diego and other project partners in celebrating UC San Diego Nuevo East Graduate Student Housing’s national recognition by the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA). The organization named Nuevo East a winner of a National Award of Merit in the Educational Facilities category.

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For Construction Pros

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The construction industry will continue to be a key catalyst for the advancement of our communities and play an integral part in providing economic growth for people across the country.

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To maximize your construction firm's profitability with a construction-specific software platform, your firm will be able to streamline every aspect of your operations. By design, this next-generation solution should offer unified functionality, replacing outdated systems and providing key capabilities including job costing, contract development, resource planning, and more.

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