Sat.May 17, 2025 - Fri.May 23, 2025

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5 Benefits of Digital Safety Training Tools Over Traditional Options

Safety Services Company

Quick Highlights: Traditional safety training methods have major limitations when compared to their digital counterparts. Digital safety training tools can be infinitely scaled to meet the needs of your organization, regardless of company size, team member location, or the type of training required. Tools like Learning Management Systems (LMS) are quickly becoming essential to keep safety training up to date and keep organizations compliant.

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Kiewit, WSP tapped for $3.2B Canada nuclear waste project

Construction Dive

The team, along with three other firms, will build the deep geological repository in northwestern Ontario.

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Stantec selected by Beacon AI Centers to provide design and engineering services for data center campuses in Alberta

Civil + Structural Engineer

The project will meet a growing capacity demand in the province Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has been selected to provide architecture, building engineering, sustainability, transportation, civil, environmental, geomatics, and project management for an AI data center development program from Beacon AI Centers, a pioneering data center development company backed by Nadia […]

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Wheels start turning on £2.5bn West Yorkshire mass transit procurement

Construction News

West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) has launched early market engagement for a planned 2.5bn mass transit system serving the regions five biggest towns and cities. The proposed West Yorkshire Mass Transit network will connect Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, Huddersfield and Halifax. Phase one of the scheme… The post Wheels start turning on 2.5bn West Yorkshire mass transit procurement appeared first on Construction News.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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Optimizing Construction Workforce Management in 2025: Strategies to Attract, Retain, and Empower Skilled Talent

Construction Marketing

The construction industry isn’t facing a temporary labor shortageit’s working through a structural reset. In 2025, demand for skilled labor remains high, but the pipeline of qualified talent is still throttled by aging demographics, weak vocational training investment, and fierce competition from other industries. Meanwhile, material costs are rising, economic signals remain volatile, and project owners still expect on-time delivery.

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Arup and Wharf District Council publish guidance to accelerate local resilience efforts through community-led projects

Civil + Structural Engineer

Arup and the Wharf District Council in Boston released today the Neighborhood Resiliency Project Handbook, which provides guidance on how to develop and execute community-led projects to enhance neighborhood flood resilience.

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Construction sector suffers worst month for insolvencies since last July

Construction News

More construction firms went under in March than in any other month since last July, newly released official figures show. Data published this morning (20 May) by the Insolvency Service shows 377 construction firms went under in March, up on the 368 total for February… The post Construction sector suffers worst month for insolvencies since last July appeared first on Construction News.

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Skyline Shift to Gain Attention for Your Business

Wolgast Corporation

Remodeling a Commercial Building Exterior You have the means to strengthen your companys branding and awareness of your business through a skyline shift. You may have never heard this term, but it is what we at Wolgast refer to an exterior remodel of a building to include an attention getting building front tailored to a business branding. It is more than a remodel, its a strategic reinvention of your buildings faade and roofline.

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Theodore Roosevelt’s $400M mass timber library rises in North Dakota

Construction Dive

Mercer Mass Timber, working with general contractor JE Dunn, is supplying around 1,800 cubic meters of engineered material for the 93,000-square-foot structure.

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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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O’Donnell & Naccarato Celebrates Grand Opening of $750M Jack and Sheryl Morris Cancer Center

Civil + Structural Engineer

12-story, 520,000 square foot hospital is New Jerseys first and only freestanding cancer hospital and the states only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. New Brunswick, NJODonnell & Naccarato(O&N), a leading structural engineering firm specializing in innovative and client-focused design solutions,celebrated the grand opening of theJack & Sheryl Morris Cancer Centerin New Brunswick, New Jersey.

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Construction blitz begins on Maddox Road LXRP

Roads Online

Image courtesy of the Victorian Government. Works are progressing on the Victorian Government’s project to remove the dangerous level crossings at Maddox Road and Champion Road in Newport. A 24/7 construction blitz on Maddox Road began Thursday 22 May and will finish late Sunday 25 May. The Maddox Road northbound lane will be closed at the level crossing fromMonday 26 May to late June.

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Stanmore launches service to combat BSR backlogs

Construction News

Envelope contractor Stanmore has launched an integrated design, procurement and construction service to tackle bottlenecks under the new building safety regime. It said the move would make it less likely that applications had to be resubmitted to the Building Safety Regulator in the wake of… The post Stanmore launches service to combat BSR backlogs appeared first on Construction News.

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Seattle manager combines sheet metal work with technology

Construction Dive

Over her 13-year career in the industry, Liz Fong has become an expert in software management, process development and coding.

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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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500kW High-Denisty Hydro demonstrator in Plymouth presents new potentials for future energy storage

New Civil Engineer

RheEnergises proprietary High-Density Hydro technology could be the future of energy storage, but before that it needs to be proven using a scale demonstrator. The post 500kW High-Denisty Hydro demonstrator in Plymouth presents new potentials for future energy storage appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Ford: A heavy duty benchmark

Roads Online

The Ford Ranger Super Duty has been designed to handle tough and unforgiving terrain. Images: Ford. Born from intel received from heavy-duty industries, the Ford Ranger Super Duty provides enhanced capability, durability and productivity. The first-ever Ford Ranger Super Duty in Australia has been revealed, a machine uncompromising in its ability to help those who do the toughest jobs, thanks to the Rangers Driver Assist Technology, safety features, incredible versatility and immense capability.

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The Slate Truck starts at $20K - and can be fully customized

Equipment World

Starting at $20,000 after government incentives, the bare-bones truck can be fully customized with over 100 accessories including an SUV conversion kit.

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Whiting-Turner breaks ground on $880M Pennsylvania hospital expansion

Construction Dive

The centerpiece of the Geisinger project is an 11-story tower with a new, larger emergency room.

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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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Murphy cleared in trench fall court case

Construction News

Construction contractor J Murphy & Sons was not at fault when a 70-year-old man fell into a trench dug for new power cables, a High Court judge has ruled. Barry Foggoa fractured his femur and suffered other injuries after he slipped on a board crossing… The post Murphy cleared in trench fall court case appeared first on Construction News.

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Augusta Highway section now open

Roads Online

Image: CIMIC The new dual-lane, northbound section of Augusta Highway between Port Wakefield and Lochiel in South Australia is complete. The $185 million project was jointly funded by the Federal and South Australian governments and is said to significantly improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, and enhance both safety and freight efficiency. Works included the duplication of the Augusta Highway from Port Wakefield to Lochiel, two new overtaking lanes between Lochiel and Redhill, a new northbo

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Uncrewed vessels begin seabed surveys for next England–Scotland interconnector

New Civil Engineer

A fleet of four uncrewed survey vessels (USVs) launched from the North Yorkshire coast at the end of April to begin a two-month seabed survey along the proposed route of the Eastern Green Link 5 (EGL5) interconnector. The post Uncrewed vessels begin seabed surveys for next EnglandScotland interconnector appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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New water infrastructure firm launches in Arizona

Construction Dive

RS Contracting will specialize in the construction and rehabilitation of water and wastewater systems.

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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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London groundworks specialist calls in administrators

Construction News

Administrators have been appointed for London groundworks and reinforced concrete frame specialist Corbyn Construction. David Hudson and Philip Armstrong of FRP Advisory were named in an announcement in the Gazette yesterday (21 May). Corbyn filed a notice of intention to go into administration last November.… The post London groundworks specialist calls in administrators appeared first on Construction News.

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Design team named for £1bn Airedale Hospital rebuild

The Construction Index

Architects and engineers have been appointed for the redevelopment of Airedale General Hospital near Keighley.

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Tarmac sells troubled civils contractor Alun Griffiths back to founder

New Civil Engineer

Tarmac has sold financially stricken civil engineering contractor Alun Griffiths back to its founder, whose name it bears. The post Tarmac sells troubled civils contractor Alun Griffiths back to founder appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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US DOT opens $1.5B funding round for transit buses and bus facilities

Construction Dive

This year’s funding round, part of the 2021 infrastructure law, drops equity- and sustainability-related requirements.

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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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Study Finds Concrete-eating Bacteria on Road Tunnels

For Construction Pros

Researchers from the Chalmers University of Technology found that a biofilm forms and deteriorates the surface of a concrete tunnel thats surrounded by seawater.

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EDF served safety notice after scaffolder burnt

Construction News

EDF has been served with a safety notice by the nuclear regulator after a scaffolder suffered burns while working at Hartlepool Power Station. Today (19 May), the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) issued an improvement notice on EDF, which runs the site, following the incident.… The post EDF served safety notice after scaffolder burnt appeared first on Construction News.

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Southern Water readies procurement for £50M Hampshire pipeline construction contract

New Civil Engineer

Southern Water has launched preliminary market engagement for its 50M Andover Link Main (ALM) pipeline construction and connection project. The post Southern Water readies procurement for 50M Hampshire pipeline construction contract appeared first on New Civil Engineer.