Construction Dive
APRIL 15, 2024
Achieving diversity goals in construction has long been an uphill battle, but innovative AI solutions are transforming outdated sourcing methods - allowing contractors to easily connect with qualified diverse firms while saving time and money.
Prodyogi
APRIL 15, 2024
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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The Pro Builder
APRIL 15, 2024
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.
Construction Dive
APRIL 15, 2024
The agency, along with two separate joint ventures, completed work near the La Brea Tar Pits and around abandoned oil wells.
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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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.
Construction Placements
APRIL 14, 2024
Discover Your Construction Personality Type with Our New Test Identify your construction personality type with our specialized test and tailor your career path for maximum success. Take the test today! The post Discover Your Construction Personality Type with Our New Test appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
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The Pro Builder
APRIL 16, 2024
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.
Construction Dive
APRIL 16, 2024
Across the U.S. and Canada, members will hold rallies to highlight the prevalent problem in construction.
Contractor Bookkeeping
APRIL 19, 2024
If you're like many construction business owners, you may need help understanding your finances or how you can use your financial information to make decisions for your business. We often get into business because we love a product or service we want to provide, but it's less common that we love managing the financial aspects of our business. As a construction company owner, you have the best chances of success when you regularly set budgets, develop financial forecasts, and establish goals.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 18, 2024
New checkpoint is Phase 2 of the airport’s renovation project for future growth and increased efficiency Denver International Airport (DEN) recently opened its new 17-lane TSA security checkpoint on the terminal’s northwest end of Level 6. Global integrated design firm Stantec provided architecture, interior design, design management, and construction administration services for this second phase of DEN’s $2.1 billion Great Hall project.
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.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 18, 2024
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.
Construction Dive
APRIL 16, 2024
Given industry headwinds, the “optimism among nonresidential construction contractors is astonishing,” said Anirban Basu, Associated Builders and Contractors chief economist.
The Construction Index
APRIL 15, 2024
Costain has picked just four labour supply firms to meet its needs for blue-collar workers.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 19, 2024
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.
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.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 18, 2024
5 Steps to Cracking the Code for a High-Performance Home ibush Thu, 04/18/2024 - 13:32 As a model of energy savings, water conservation, indoor comfort and health, and use of on-site renewable energy, The New American Home 2024 offers valuable lessons Drew Smith The New American Home 2024 is a testament to the evolution of sustainable, high-performance home design and construction.
Construction Dive
APRIL 17, 2024
Investors pumped $672 million into the space through March, a significant jump from the same period in 2023, according to Cemex Ventures.
The Construction Index
APRIL 14, 2024
The UK’s trade deficit in building materials shrank by 14% last year but is still nearly five times higher than the target set by the government’s landmark strategy document.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 15, 2024
Top Considerations for Construction Professionals When undertaking a new construction project, the mathematics involved are usually very complex. A large list of considerations is at play for architects, contractors, and installers to meet the requirements and demands of the project from beginning to end. The selection of material plays a big role in the success of the project, both in the short term and long term.
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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.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 18, 2024
Build-to-Rent Is Booming, Particularly in These Metros ibush Thu, 04/18/2024 - 09:53 A recent report finds that the Phoenix metro leads with more than 4,000 build-to-rent units completed in 2023, and Texas is the leading state for build-to-rent development Build-to-rent housing is at a historical peak right now, according to a recent report released by apartment search website RentCafe.
Construction Dive
APRIL 18, 2024
The president has taken action to bolster registered apprenticeships, but employers say it could mean more regulatory hoops to jump through on public projects.
The Construction Index
APRIL 16, 2024
According to Arcadis, London is the most expensive city in the world in which to build things.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 19, 2024
Indianapolis – Schmidt Associates, a leading Midwest architectural and engineering firm, is thrilled to announce the addition of Cori Korn, CFRM to the position of business development representative. In her new role, Korn will play a crucial part in engaging with central Indiana’s business and community leaders to address their facility design needs, fostering growth and development within communities.
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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.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 19, 2024
Todd Dawalt Todd Dawalt is the founder and host of The Construction Leading Edge podcast, dedicated to helping construction business owners from his experience managing projects from bathroom remodels to high-rise buildings. Now, he coaches construction business owners to systematize their business so it runs without them. Contact him at todd@constructionleadingedge.
Construction Dive
APRIL 16, 2024
Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.
The Construction Index
APRIL 16, 2024
The Government Property Agency (GPA) has appointed Gleeds to provide professional services for its capital programmes.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 19, 2024
West Palm Beach, FL— WGI Inc. is proud to announce that it has been honored with three prestigious engineering excellence awards for its work on the Brightline High-Speed Rail project in Florida. WGI served as the sole geospatial consultant for phase four of the Brightline project, which extended from West Palm Beach to Cocoa, collecting and analyzing essential survey data for the project’s entire construction team.
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.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 19, 2024
Metros Where Housing Prices Have Doubled in Less Than 10 Years ibush Fri, 04/19/2024 - 10:15 Historical data show it's taken less than 10 years for home prices to double in 68 of the country’s 100 largest cities A commonly held theory regarding home appreciation is that residential properties tend to double in value in around 10 years. But it turns out most major U.S. cities have seen home prices double faster than that, according to analysis of historical data by online real-estate marketplac
Construction Dive
APRIL 15, 2024
King County, Washington, is planning a slew of resilience and clean water upgrades over the next decade, bolstered by new EPA loan financing.
The Construction Index
APRIL 19, 2024
Construction group Geoffrey Osborne has filed a notice of intent to appoint an administrator.
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