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New construction technology releases: January 2024

Construction Dive

New apps for the new year include an AI program that answers project questions, a 360-degree camera for building models and a tool that automates procurement quotes.

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Coastal project sheds light on importance of community collaboration

Civil + Structural Engineer

Montauk Point Lighthouse, New York By JoAnne Castagna, Ed.D. In the 1970s, if you took a helicopter ride from New York City to the Montauk Point Lighthouse, that sits on the eastern tip of Long Island, New York, you could have spotted a woman in her 60s crawling along the 65-foot cliff under the beacon, packing and shaping earth with her bare hands and her small garden hoe.

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Homes That Are Both Prefab and Predesigned

The Pro Builder

Homes That Are Both Prefab and Predesigned qpurcell Tue, 01/02/2024 - 12:51 Prefabricated panels can lead to more efficient home construction. But customized designs, even with prefab components, can end up extending the schedule and increasing the budget. That’s one issue that a new partnership between a prefab panel company, B.PUBLIC Prefab , and a design firm, Hereabout Home , aims to solve.

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Becoming A Better Project Manager By Improving Communication Skills

Contractor Bookkeeping

In the construction industry, communication takes many forms, including written reports, drawings, emails, and face-to-face meetings. Each form of communication has its own set of advantages and disadvantages. For example, written reports and illustrations provide a permanent record of information, but they may not be as effective in conveying complex ideas as face-to-face interactions.

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How Top Firms Protect Margins in Costly Construction Markets

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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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.

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Job openings rise 10% to highest level since 2022

Construction Dive

Major infrastructure and manufacturing projects have created more demand for workers, but the supply of skilled labor can’t keep up.

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Virginia Becomes First State to Adopt Offsite Construction Standards

The Pro Builder

Virginia Becomes First State to Adopt Offsite Construction Standards qpurcell Fri, 01/05/2024 - 09:17 The Commonwealth of Virginia has approved the adoption of ICC/MBI Standards 1200 and 1205 as a part of their adoption package of the International Code Council ’s suite of 2021 International Codes. The Commonwealth becomes the first state to adopt the ICC/MBI Standards for Offsite Construction and is the first jurisdiction to do so since Salt Lake City adopted the standards in 2021.

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JCB releases limited-edition Platinum Pro Backhoe Models (Video)

Equipment World

Only 70 of the 3CX and 4CX Platinum Pro models will be manufactured, featuring premium controls and hydraulics and limited-edition badging and decals.

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Turner heat study finds workers at risk even on ‘cooler’ summer days

Construction Dive

Researchers found that laborers came to work dehydrated and had elevated core temperatures even under moderate conditions.

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BOND Civil & Utility Names Emily Grimes as Director of Marketing

Civil + Structural Engineer

Grimes will streamline marketing and branding efforts; align growth strategies with overall goals for company Boston, MA – Today, BOND Civil & Utility announced Emily Grimes as the new Director of Marketing. Grimes, who brings more than 15 years of work experience in elevating companies through brand trust and visibility, will now lead overall marketing management efforts for BOND Civil & Utility.

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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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The 10 Hottest Housing Markets of 2024

The Pro Builder

The 10 Hottest Housing Markets of 2024 ibush Thu, 01/04/2024 - 09:22 Most of this year's hottest markets are located in the Midwest, Great Lakes, and South Despite ongoing challenges of low inventory and relatively high mortgage rates—conditions that should ease somewhat during 2024—Zillow has identified the 10 housing markets it anticipates will be strongest this year.

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Poor showing for construction in New Year Honours List

Construction News

Only one person from the construction industry has been recognised in 2024’s New Year Honours List. Graham Paterson, the former chief executive of City Building, one of Scotland’s largest construction companies, received an OBE for services to equality and inclusion in construction. Last year, five… The post Poor showing for construction in New Year Honours List appeared first on Construction News.

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Nonresidential spending dips, ending 17 months of growth

Construction Dive

Despite a 0.1% decrease in November, several sectors — including manufacturing, healthcare and roadwork — saw gains.

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Collaborate Like Never Before:

Civil + Structural Engineer

3 Uses for Newforma Konekt’s 2D/3D Viewer to Save Time and Reduce Re-Work Nikita Lambert, Product Owner From hypermodeling to action item and issue localization, engineering teams can prevent re-work and collaborate easily with the right project information platform. In 1963, Ivan Sutherland developed the Sketchpad: the very first example of computer aided design (CAD).

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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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Some School Districts Step in to Help Teachers Afford Local Housing

The Pro Builder

Some School Districts Step in to Help Teachers Afford Local Housing ibush Thu, 01/04/2024 - 21:05 From Colorado to Texas, districts are getting creative with ways to provide affordable housing Across the nation, there are many communities where housing costs continue to outpace salaries and teachers don't earn enough to live near where they work, which is further exacerbating the teacher shortage in those communities, Route Fifty reports.

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Plans for world first subsea power hub for floating wind turbines revealed

New Civil Engineer

A subsea power hub for floating wind turbines is being piloted by Norwegian headquartered engineering firm Aker Solutions as part of the Marine Energy Test Centre (METCentre) in Norway. The post Plans for world first subsea power hub for floating wind turbines revealed appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Clayco nabs $5B Rivian EV factory project in Georgia

Construction Dive

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

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Cementex Highlights Feature Series of Arc Flash PPE Task Wear

Civil + Structural Engineer

Next level comfort, safety, and durability for arc flash protection Burlington, NJ – Cementex , the safety tool specialists, highlights the Cementex Feature Series of Arc Flash Protective Clothing PPE, designed for those seeking the next level of comfort, safety, durability, and protection. With the focus on safety and usability, the Cementex Feature Series is made with USA labor and materials to ensure the highest quality arc flash protection.

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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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Eugene, Ore., to Use $1M Trust Fund for Affordable Housing

The Pro Builder

Eugene, Ore., to Use $1M Trust Fund for Affordable Housing ibush Thu, 01/04/2024 - 06:00 The city is currently seeking proposals for affordable housing projects On Jan. 4, the City of Eugene, in Oregon, announced that its Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF) will provide $1 million in funding for affordable housing projects, KPIC4 reports. The AHTF is funded by a construction excise tax (Ordinance No. 20609) that the city council established in 2019 to create a source of funding for affordable h

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Two-Way Radios a Boon for Construction Teams

For Construction Pros

Two-way radios are an important tool for construction workers. Instant push-to-talk communication creates safe and more efficient construction sites.

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134-story skyscraper proposed for Oklahoma City

Construction Dive

The residential tower would be the second-tallest building in the country if built as planned, and is part of a bigger mixed-use development set to break ground.

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Heron Innovators Revolutionizes the Process of Liquid/Solid Separation for Highly Efficient Water and Wastewater Treatment

Civil + Structural Engineer

Suspended Air® Flotation produces a cleaner effluent and dryer skimmed solids while reducing operating costs and maintenance Roseville, CA – Heron Innovators, a pioneer in water treatment technologies, is driving the industry forward with its advanced Suspended Air® Flotation (SAF®) system, setting new standards for efficiency and effectiveness in solid/liquid separation.

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How AI Reduces Cost, Safety, and Quality Risks in Construction Projects

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.

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In Philadelphia, Construction Academies Offer Paid Training in Skilled Trades

The Pro Builder

In Philadelphia, Construction Academies Offer Paid Training in Skilled Trades ibush Wed, 01/03/2024 - 20:08 Hosted by the city’s Rebuild initiative, the full-time academies start in March, and applications are due by Jan. 9 Philadelphia's Rebuild initiative is currently accepting applications for is Winter 2024 Carpentry and Masonry Academies. The six-week-long programs are full-time and offer paid training for people interested in a career in the skilled trades, the Philadelphia Inquirer report

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Future of Tunnelling | Mix of tunnelling methods required to construct the 57.5km Mont Cenis base tunnel in the Alps

New Civil Engineer

Construction of the world’s longest railway tunnel is progressing with all excavation contracts now awarded. When complete, it will boost rail freight capacity between France and Italy. The post Future of Tunnelling | Mix of tunnelling methods required to construct the 57.5km Mont Cenis base tunnel in the Alps appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Apartment starts drop 33%

Construction Dive

While multifamily developers struggle to get funding, single-family builders see a temporary resurgence.

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CHRYSO & GCP Admixtures Expedite Delaware Memorial Bridge Project

Civil + Structural Engineer

Ultra-High Performance Concrete innovations deliver more durable bridge deck in record time, with less cost & CO 2 CHRYSO & GCP (Saint-Gobain Construction Chemicals), a worldwide leader in sustainable construction, is pleased to announce that their concrete admixtures played a critical role in the Delaware Memorial Bridge deck rehabilitation project, recently completed in November 2023.

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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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Data Show Construction Job Openings Increased in November

The Pro Builder

Data Show Construction Job Openings Increased in November ibush Wed, 01/03/2024 - 13:26 Construction industry job openings and labor turnover data for November showed an increase to the highest level since the close of 2022 At the end of November 2023, the construction industry had 459,000 job openings, according to Associated Builders and Contractors' analysis of U.S.

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Future of Tunnelling | How ground freezing is being implemented in two major UK tunnelling projects

New Civil Engineer

A sustainable, safe and reliable ground stabilisation technique not widely used in the UK is experiencing significant success on the High Speed 2 and Silvertown tunnels. The post Future of Tunnelling | How ground freezing is being implemented in two major UK tunnelling projects appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Florida woman sentenced to federal prison in construction fraud case

Construction Dive

Gabriela Inamagua pleaded guilty to charges that she ran two fraudulent firms that purported to supply services and labor.

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