Construction Dive

MAY 1, 2025

New job numbers point to a decreased demand for labor across the industry, according to Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 2, 2025

Civil and Structural Engineering News

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Prodyogi

APRIL 30, 2025

Concrete mix design is a fundamental process in civil engineering that determines the correct proportions of materials (cement, water, fine aggregate, coarse aggregate, and admixtures) to achieve the desired strength and durability. Among several methods available, the Absolute Volume Method is one of the most widely used, especially for precise design calculations.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 2, 2025

Running a business involves countless moving parts, which can feel overwhelming. From managing projects and keeping the team on the same page to ensuring profitability, have you ever sent an email about a critical update only to find that team members missed it? With a job management system, those headaches disappear. Given the industry's complexity and unique challenges, effective job management is crucial for construction contractors.

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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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.

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Construction Dive

MAY 2, 2025

Data centers are “perhaps the only remaining source of industry momentum” as most private sectors pulled back in March, according to ABC’s chief economist.

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Construction News

MAY 2, 2025

Three construction bosses have pleaded guilty to taking part in a 2m bribery scandal in a bid to secure lucrative contracts. Over a four-year period, the men bribed two former E.ON energy company employees in a fraud related to a major Devon housing development in… The post Construction bosses jailed over 2m housing scheme bribery appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Placements

MAY 2, 2025

Green Infrastructure Specialist Roles in 2025 Explore green infrastructure specialist roles and their vital impact on creating climate-resilient cities through innovative design. The post Green Infrastructure Specialist Roles in 2025 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction Dive

MAY 2, 2025

A lack of clarity surrounding tariffs and tax credits has triggered steep declines in funding for renewable energy in the first quarter of 2025, per Mercom Capital Group.

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Roads Online

MAY 1, 2025

Image: stock.adobe.com/Angelov. The South Australian Government will launch a new pilot program next year that aims to support up to 1000 new apprenticeships in the construction sector, as part of efforts to address shortages in the states civil construction workforce. The Industry Accelerated Apprenticeship Pilot (IAAP) is an Australian first program, which will focus on several high-demand trades: carpentry, civil construction, plant operations, mechanical engineering, and fabrication engineer

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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 News

APRIL 30, 2025

This story was written with AI assistance from Harmsworth Who is Harmsworth? Transport Scotland has published a prior information notice (PIN) for the fifth section of the A9 road dualling programme, covering a 6.4km stretch from Pitlochry to Killiecrankie. Valued at 205m, the project will… The post Transport Scotland issues notice for 205m A9 dualling job appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Placements

APRIL 26, 2025

How to Build a Freelance Career in Construction Estimation or Planning (2025 Guide) Building a freelance career in construction estimation or planning is more achievable than ever in 2025. This definitive guide explores industry trends, essential skills, and actionable steps to help you transition from traditional employment to thriving independent work.

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Construction Dive

MAY 2, 2025

The California-based civil builder’s CEO said the firm hasn’t been hampered by levies and that there’s political will in Congress for a follow-on infrastructure law.

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Roads Online

APRIL 29, 2025

Visualisation of the Hume Freeway Bridge, Seymour. Images: Inland Rail. Inland Rail has released designs and visualisations for upcoming works on two areas of the Hume Freeway, as well as a bridge replacement at Marchbanks Road, in Victoria. Inland Rail is lowering the tracks under the Hume Freeway at Tallarook and Seymour and replacing the Marchbanks Road bridge to provide sufficient height and width clearances to allow the safe passage of double-stacked freight trains through these sections.

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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.

Risk Management

Construction News

APRIL 29, 2025

Creditors in a collapsed envelope firms supply chain will get back up to half a penny in the pound at most, administrators have said. Alucraft Systems was in the middle of installing cladding at Laing ORourkes Everton Stadium (pictured) when it appointed administrators last March,… The post Everton stadium cladders supply chain to lose 99.5% of money owed appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Placements

APRIL 30, 2025

Cost to Build a House in India [2025 Guide] Planning to build in India? Explore the cost to build a house in India and find essential budgeting tips for 2025. The post Cost to Build a House in India [2025 Guide] appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 29, 2025

Washington, D.C.'s football team will return to the site of Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium, where the franchise played on its way to three Super Bowl titles.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 2, 2025

L-H Battery and ISNetworld have officially joined forces, creating new opportunities for contractors looking to work with this innovative company. This update means contractors will need to meet specific *ISNetworld compliance requirements to secure contracts with L-H Battery. If your business aims to work with L-H Battery, were here to guide you through the compliance process.

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Construction Management

Construction News

APRIL 30, 2025

Three people have been arrested as part of a Serious Fraud Office (SFO) investigation into alleged 3m bribes linked to a Microsoft data centre project in the Netherlands. The SFO said the individuals were detained for questioning during dawn raids on five properties across London,… The post Three arrests in Microsoft data centre build bribery investigation appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Placements

MAY 1, 2025

Egis Engineering Walk-In Drive Bangalore | 17th & 18th May 2025 | Hiring MEP & BIM Professionals Egis Engineering is conducting a walk-in recruitment drive in Bangalore on 17th & 18th May 2025. Seeking experienced BIM and MEP professionals. The post Egis Engineering Walk-In Drive Bangalore | 17th & 18th May 2025 | Hiring MEP & BIM Professionals appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 29, 2025

The U.S. transportation secretary also told funding recipients that they need to cooperate with immigration officers or potentially face civil or criminal prosecution.

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New Civil Engineer

MAY 2, 2025

The Crown Estate has cautioned that continuing to keep the UKs sector at the forefront of offshore wind globally requires strategic solutions to multiple new challenges. The post Crown Estate reports on offshore wind achievements to date and responses to sectoral challenges appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Civil Engineering Web

APRIL 27, 2025

The Bhadla-Fatehpur HVDC link is a new ultra-high-voltage direct-current transmission line under development in India. In early 2025 Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL), in consortium with Hitachi Energy India, won a contract to design and build this 800kV HVDC bipole capable of transferring 6,000MW between Bhadla in Rajasthan and Fatehpur in Uttar Pradesh.

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Construction Placements

APRIL 29, 2025

Keller YEDP 7.0 Recruitment Drive 2025 for Civil Engineers | Apply by May 10 | PAN India Keller invites applications from young civil engineers for the 7th batch of its flagship Young Engineer Development Programme (YEDP 7.0). Apply before May 10, 2025. The post Keller YEDP 7.0 Recruitment Drive 2025 for Civil Engineers | Apply by May 10 | PAN India appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 28, 2025

The city council approved a new phased approach to its Transit Connector project that will instead emphasize new bus lanes ahead of the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

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New Civil Engineer

MAY 2, 2025

Airports are living entities, constantly adapting to the growing demands of the aviation industry and the increasing flow of passengers. They never stop, and this continuous change presents both challenges and opportunities in how we design and construct airport infrastructure. The scale, complexity, and speed… The post Modern Methods of Construction have an important role to play in the future of airport design appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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.

Construction Management

Construction News

MAY 2, 2025

Mark Leeson is operations director at consultancy McBains Will the governments recent defence-spending boost provide ammunition to help spark constructions recovery? To say recent construction industry forecasts have been downbeat would be an understatement, what with consultancy Arcadis market-view report predicting a painfully slow revival… The post The defence boom: a lifeline for UK construction?

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Construction Placements

APRIL 26, 2025

Top Construction Trends You Cant Afford to Miss in 2025 The construction sector is racing toward a tech-first, planet-positive future. Our 2025 trend report unpacks the ten breakthroughsfrom modular megaprojects and AI-driven scheduling to carbon-negative bricksthat every contractor, developer, and engineer must master to stay competitive. Read on for data-backed insights, real-world case studies, and practical next steps.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 30, 2025

Construction Dive rounds up the newest project wins from some of the country’s biggest builders including Moss, Fluor and Herzog.

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