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4 Trends in Sustainable Site Design

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Laci Budd, CPSM Technical Contributor: Mike Makris, P.E. Sustainable site design is a hot topic in the AEC industry. As Civil Engineers, Landscape Architects, and Planners, we are challenged to integrate conservation into site design, preserving the natural features of the land. We must also think about ways to improve design to promote a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle.

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Long-vacant Las Vegas lot poised for multibillion-dollar resort

Construction Dive

Developer LVXP is planning an entertainment and lifestyle venue, anchored by an “ultra-luxury” hotel and sports arena, at a site where a similar project failed just months ago.

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Vacation and Investment Home Market Insights

The Pro Builder

Vacation and Investment Home Market Insights ibush Thu, 05/02/2024 - 12:27 A recent report finds that beach homes are the most sought-after vacation-home type, and the investment potential of a second home is an important factor in homebuyers' purchasing decisions Demand for vacation and investment homes is driven by affluent Americans buying vacation properties either for their own use to enjoy seasonally or for leisure activities, or as an investment that offers potential rental income and lon

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Recruiter warns that construction skills shortages are about to get worse

The Construction Index

A construction and engineering recruitment specialist says that an imminent skills shortage will “make 2007’s war for talent look like a water fight” Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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How Anglian Water’s Strategic Pipeline Alliance partners drastically cut cost and carbon

New Civil Engineer

The £500M Strategic Pipeline Alliance project offers lessons for the delivery of future water infrastructure schemes. Sotiris Kanaris reports. The post How Anglian Water’s Strategic Pipeline Alliance partners drastically cut cost and carbon appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Elon Musk’s Boring Co., concrete contractor cited on ‘Dirty Dozen’ list

Construction Dive

A national safety group named 12 companies that have allegedly flaunted worker health and safety and disregarded employees’ rights.

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Timber Talk Episode 1: The Innovative World of Thermally Modified Wood

The Pro Builder

Timber Talk Episode 1: The Innovative World of Thermally Modified Wood drubin Mon, 04/29/2024 - 09:28 Engineered Wood Sponsored sponsored In this episode, Kevin DeMars, CEO of Thermory USA, sits down with host Nigel Maynard to discuss Thermory's production of thermally modified wood which can be used for exterior cladding, decking, and interiors. Tune in as DeMars elaborates on the unique properties of Thermory's products, including stability, color change, and unparalleled rot resistance.

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Debate | Tackling pollution from road runoff

New Civil Engineer

Roads discharge hundreds of pollutants into waterways every time it rains. Who is responsible for mitigating the pollution and how can it be managed? The post Debate | Tackling pollution from road runoff appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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How tech can level construction’s playing field

Construction Dive

Tools like artificial intelligence and blockchain can help fill labor gaps while building a more diverse and innovative workforce, writes a contech executive.

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Zweig Group releases 2024 Fee & Billing Report of AEC Firms

Civil + Structural Engineer

Zweig Group, the leading provider of advisory services, research, and education for the AEC industry, has announced the release of its 2024 Fee & Billing Report of AEC Firms. This comprehensive report offers insights into fees, billing rates, chargeability/utilization rates, project contracts, and billing practices. Compiled through an extensive online survey across diverse industry firms, this year’s report encompasses analysis on more than 150 job titles and 15 market sectors.

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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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IKEA Model Home Aims to Ease the Trauma of Homelessness

The Pro Builder

IKEA Model Home Aims to Ease the Trauma of Homelessness ibush Fri, 05/03/2024 - 12:52 Blending innovation with empathy and eco-conscious design, IKEA US unveils a pioneering model home in its Live Oak, Texas, store On May 1, the U.S. arm of global home furnishing brand IKEA unveiled a model of a permanent supportive housing unit (aka a Small Home) at its Live Oak store in Texas.

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WeBuild presents concept for ‘safe’ 700m span cable stayed Baltimore bridge replacement

New Civil Engineer

WeBuild has presented a concept design for a replacement Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, would be a 700m span cable stayed structure allowing for piles at a “safe distance”. The post WeBuild presents concept for ‘safe’ 700m span cable stayed Baltimore bridge replacement appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Rivian reaffirms plans for $5B Georgia EV plant despite construction pause

Construction Dive

Dive Brief: Irvine, California-based Rivian reaffirmed its commitment to build its $5 billion Social Circle, Georgia, electric vehicle plant, despite an ongoing construction pause, according to a letter from the electric automaker on April 18. The letter, addressed to the Georgia Departme.

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Civil+Structural Engineer Media to Host FARO Technologies Webinar

Civil + Structural Engineer

A learning opportunity from the experts at FARO Technologies titled “Deploying 3D Reality Capture for Bridge Inspection Applications: Field to Finish” FAYETTEVILLE, AR | April 30, 2024 – Civil+Structural Engineer Media, the authoritative source for business news and project information for the AEC industry, has partnered with FARO Technologies to present a webinar that will dive into the world of 3D reality capture technology for bridge inspection applications.

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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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Which States Have the Highest Wages for Construction Workers?

The Pro Builder

Which States Have the Highest Wages for Construction Workers? ibush Thu, 05/02/2024 - 07:43 Construction workers in the Northeast and Pacific coast have some of the highest hourly earnings, while data show average hourly earnings in construction grew faster in the southern states As labor challenges persist in the construction industry, wages in the sector continue to rise, often exceeding typical earnings for workers in other industries.

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Italians present proposal for Baltimore bridge replacement

The Construction Index

The Italian construction company that rebuilt Genoa's collapsed Ponte Morandi has submitted pro bono designs to replace Baltimore’s collapsed bridge.

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Open construction jobs plunge 40%, but economists question data

Construction Dive

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

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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commemorates 200th anniversary of the Civil Works program

Civil + Structural Engineer

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is today commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Civil Works program. “The Civil Works mission that has been entrusted to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is something that makes USACE unique among the world’s military organizations,” said Lt. Gen. Scott A. Spellmon, USACE commanding general. “Our abilities to cohesively perform military, civil, and research and development missions have enabled us to take on and find solutions for many of our nat

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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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Skilled Trades Are Open to Technology, Survey Finds

The Pro Builder

Skilled Trades Are Open to Technology, Survey Finds ibush Wed, 05/01/2024 - 08:27 Amidst the ongoing labor shortage, technology and digital tools can offer labor-saving gains, and the skilled trades are willing to embrace new tech in their jobs An industry trends survey conducted in late 2023 by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) explored how employees feel about the current state of labor, training, and technology on the jobsite within the skilled trades industry.

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Communication Is Key: Actions to Get the Most from a Commercial Restoration Loss

Wolgast Corporation

As a business owner who owns their building, there may be a time that you have to face damages due to emergencies, fires, floods, natural disasters, or impact. To get the most from an insurance claim involving property restoration, it is best practice to openly communicate and collaborate with both your agent and restoration company. Collectively, you are all the team to see that your goals are achieved.

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National Skilled Trades Day spotlights urgent need to tackle skilled worker shortage

Construction Dive

In addition to K-12 outreach, companies must meet new talent “where they are” at community colleges and universities, an industry expert says.

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An Argument for Mentorship

Civil + Structural Engineer

The employee-focused recruiting, retention, and compensation strategy. By Sara Karstetter, Advisor, Mergers & Acquisitions , Zweig Group From The Zweig Letter Stellar management usually consists of those who are great at making sure there are people and resources in the places where they are needed so work can be completed efficiently. Much like a conductor overseeing a world-class orchestra, they plan, direct, and oversee a cacophony of people and needs.

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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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How Much Income Do First-Time Buyers Need to Afford the Average Home?

The Pro Builder

How Much Income Do First-Time Buyers Need to Afford the Average Home? ibush Wed, 05/01/2024 - 13:31 The median-priced home is unaffordable in 44 of the 50 largest U.S. metro areas Soaring home prices have put homeownership out of reach for many Americans who lack sufficient income to afford the typical home. Data from the National Association of Realtors, as reported by real estate brokerage Clever, show that across the nation, most first-time buyers put down less than 10% on their home purchase

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Legal challenge to £1.5bn Trans-Pennine road scheme

The Construction Index

Planning permission granted to the A66 Northern Trans-Pennine road scheme is being subject to a legal challenge.

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Public sector lifts nonresidential construction spending as private projects lag

Construction Dive

While the two sides of the industry are going in opposite directions, overall nonresidential outlays have outpaced inflation since the start of the pandemic, an economist said.

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Link 2 Line Celebrates Grand Opening in Washington

Civil + Structural Engineer

HDR’s Construction Management Team Helped Deliver Landmark East Link Light Rail Extension Project The initial segment of Sound Transit’s 2 Line began operations April 27, the product of more than a decade of work to improve transit connections between Seattle, Mercer Island, Bellevue and Redmond. The Bellevue-Redmond segment of the $3.7 billion project, also known as the East Link Extension, opened with trains that run every 10 minutes at eight stations.

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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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Modern Skylights: More Than Just Windows

The Pro Builder

Modern Skylights: More Than Just Windows drubin Tue, 04/30/2024 - 15:53 Marvin Skylights offer maximum light and enhanced features to bring the outdoors inside Skylights have traditionally been simple, ceiling-mounted window fixtures. Although they offer privacy while providing natural light, they do have their drawbacks. However, that’s about to change — a new generation of skylights exists with innovative technology that transforms them into controllable devices with built-in lighting and vent

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Surveyors find glints of optimism

The Construction Index

Latest quarterly assessment from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) offers a slightly more optimistic picture of the market.

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Indiana snares $2B Google data center campus

Construction Dive

Following an $11 billion announcement from Amazon last week, the Hoosier State is quickly racking up a slew of new computing facility wins.

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HCSS HeavyBid Pre-Construction Eases Estimating Workflow

Civil + Structural Engineer

Simplifying Pre-Construction Project Tracking for Construction Professionals Sugar Land, Texas – HCSS, the leading provider of software helping heavy civil construction businesses streamline the entire lifecycle of their projects, highlights HeavyBid Pre-Construction, a cutting-edge project-tracking solution designed to streamline the estimating process for construction professionals.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.