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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UK Construction Blog

MAY 2, 2025

The post Precast Concrete Lintels: The Ultimate Guide to Strength, Durability & Installation appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways Precast concrete lintels provide essential structural support above windows and doors, distributing weight evenly across surrounding walls whilst offering exceptional durability with lifespans exceeding 50 years.

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iField Smart

APRIL 28, 2025

Reading Time: 2 minutes Because even the best tool is useless if no one wants to use it. The Problem Isnt TechnologyIts How We Introduce It In construction, were no strangers to complexity. But when new tools complicate workflows instead of improving them, adoption plummets. Thats not resistanceits reality. Too often, tech is introduced from the top down, designed for the officenot the field.

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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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Speaker: Dylan Secrest, Founder of Alamo Innovation and Construction Digital Transformation Consultant

Construction payment workflows are notoriously complex when you consider juggling multiple stakeholders, compliance requirements, and evolving project scopes. Delays in approvals or misaligned data between budgets, lien waivers, and pay applications can grind progress to a halt. The good news? It doesn't have to be this way! Join expert Dylan Secrest to discover how leading contractors are turning payment chaos into clarity using digital workflows, integrated systems, and automation strategies.

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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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NH Construction Law

APRIL 30, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used in most industries, commercial construction among them. While design professionals grabbed this bull by the horns years ago, and project estimators soon thereafter, project managers who know how to use AI tools to increase productivity and lessen risk are becoming increasingly common as well – and for good reason.

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New Civil Engineer

MAY 2, 2025

Letters have been released to ministers raising concerns about Part 3 of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill. The post Ministers warned on significant unintended consequences for nature in Planning and Infrastructure Bill appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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UK Construction Blog

MAY 2, 2025

The post Safety Tips for Post-Construction Cleanup on Sites appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Navigating post-construction cleanup on sites can be daunting due to hazards like debris and dust. You need practical safety tips to protect yourself during this critical phase of any project. From wearing proper gear to managing waste, ensuring safety is paramount.

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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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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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New Civil Engineer

MAY 2, 2025

A lack of soil health in Europe and the UK is causing faster rainfall runoff and higher flood risk, according to research conducted by climate action group. The post Soil health issues causing faster rainfall runoff and higher flood risk, research shows appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 2, 2025

The post Your Business Safety Net: Why Regular Fire Sprinkler Checks Matter appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Fire sprinkler systems are one of the most critical safety features in any commercial building. But installing them isnt enough. Regular checks can mean the difference between disaster and safety. This article explains why consistent fire sprinkler servicing is not just a regulation, its a vital business safeguard.

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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

MAY 2, 2025

The plumbing and heating profession in Scotland is at breaking point due to skills shortages, according to a trade body. A survey by the Plumbing and Heating Federation has revealed that 69 per cent of businesses north of the border are experiencing low availability of… The post Scottish plumbing sector at ‘breaking point’ amid skills crisis appeared first on Construction News.

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ENR Construction

MAY 2, 2025

Residential and nonresidential specialty trade contractors kept hiring in April, collectively adding 9,000 jobs, according to the latest jobs report.

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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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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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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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For Construction Pros

MAY 2, 2025

Green Asphalt's Jim McMurray discusses their groundbreaking 100% recycled asphalt technology, challenging industry skepticism and paving the way for more sustainable road construction.

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AEC Business

APRIL 27, 2025

The quality of your BIM models is not about how they appear on a PDF print. It's about being trustworthy for automated digital workflows. The post The BIM Quality Problem: What’s Broken and How We Can Fix It appeared first on AEC Business.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 26, 2025

Construction Value Engineering and Cost Estimating go hand in hand. Simply put, value engineering is a process intended to balance between function, performance, quality, safety and cost. The appropriate balance in alignment with organizational requirements results in the maximum value for the project. Arguably Integrated Project Delivery , Collaborative Job Order Contracting , Alliance Partnering, and similar project delivery methods represent value engineering applied to built environment repa

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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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Speaker: Claire Grosjean, Global Finance & Operations Executive

Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.

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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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The Construction Index

MAY 2, 2025

A Devon housing development has emerged as the centre of a web of corruption.

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Workflow Management

MAY 2, 2025

TL;DR: Aligning job costing with the RIBA Plan of Work improves financial clarity, budget control, and project efficiency. WorkflowMax helps British architects and firms track expenses, manage resources, and gain real-time insights at every stagefrom strategic definition to building use. With features like Xero integration and automated reporting, your projects stay on budget and on track.

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Construction Daily News

MAY 2, 2025

In todays construction news , read about a construction worker who was sawing a beam on April 28 when it broke loose, causing him to fall about 40 feet from US-127 at Trowbridge Road. Meanwhile, many Americans now find homeownership even more unattainable due to the recent spike in construction expenses. Finally, the growing demand for housing and infrastructure projects around the world is expected to propel the global construction aggregates market’s robust rise.

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Construction News

MAY 2, 2025

The British Standards Institute (BSI) has recommended residential projects using modular construction designate an MMC adviser, in new guidance hailed as a major step towards wider adoption of volumetric housebuilding. Published on Tuesday (29 April), PAS 8700:2025, which was developed in collaboration with industry, aims… The post Use MMC adviser on residential schemes, says BSI appeared first on Construction News.

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AEC Business

APRIL 29, 2025

I had the opportunity to explore two breakthrough innovations that are reshaping high-rise construction and building services integration in China. The post Building the Future: Inside China’s Cutting-Edge Construction Innovations appeared first on AEC Business.

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Workflow Management

MAY 2, 2025

TL;DR: Disconnected quoting, invoicing, and billing can derail architecture projects. By integrating financial processes with RIBA stages 07, firms gain clarity, reduce errors, and improve cash flow. WorkflowMax offers a centralised platform with Xero integration, automating billing tasks, enhancing transparency, and strengthening client relationships.

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