Construction job openings leap monthly by record amount
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 2, 2024
After several months of cooling, which experts speculate was mostly confined to the residential sector, unfilled positions increased by 138,000 in August.
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How to Calculate Bricks in a Wall: A Comprehensive Guide
Prodyogi
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Accurate estimation of building materials is crucial before starting any construction project. In our previous article, we discussed how to calculate cement, sand, and aggregates. Today, we'll delve into the calculation of bricks in a wall. This manual brick calculator will help you estimate the number of bricks needed for your project.
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Affordability Appears to Improve as the Median Mortgage Payment Drops
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 3, 2024
In August, homebuyer affordability improved as the national median mortgage payment dropped to $2,057 from $2,140 in July, according to the recently released Purchase Applications Payment Index from the Mortgage Bankers Association. The index, which tracks changes in mortgage payments relative to income, fell by 3.9% from July. While payments dropped by 5.2%, moderate earnings growth of 3.2% over the past year led to an 8.2% annual decline in the index.
Future-proofing leadership
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 4, 2024
By Kristin Kautz, CPSM From The Zweig Letter Six skills to succeed for the next five years in an AI-driven world. As our AEC industry runs the marathon toward an AI-dominated future, the skill set required for firm leaders is evolving at an unprecedented pace. The next five years will bring challenges and opportunities that demand a radical shift in leadership approaches.
How Top Firms Protect Margins in Costly Construction Markets
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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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.
How US construction left the world behind
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The American building industry has thrived in recent years while growth has eluded contractors in many other countries. Here’s why.
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These AI Robots Can Help Build Homes
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 2, 2024
An unfortunate fact of stick-built home construction is that much of the wood ends up wasted.
Celebrating the successful completion of Caltrain’s electrification
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Events honored the HNTB-program-managed electrification project SAN JOSE, Calif. – HNTB joins Caltrain in celebrating the completion of the Caltrain Electrification Project , marking a transformative leap toward modernized, sustainable public transportation along the San Francisco Peninsula corridor. To mark the occasion, Caltrain held celebratory events last weekend in every city along the corridor in addition to other events hosted by local cities and other transportation agencies.
Dockworkers’ strike could lead to material delays
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Work stoppages across East and Gulf Coast ports may cause product shortages, price hikes and delivery issues, construction experts say.
No new safety assessments at Euston since April despite continued overcrowding issues
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 3, 2024
No safety assessments of Euston station have been carried out by Network Rail since 1 April 2024, despite concerns being raised by engineers and the passenger watchdog about unsafe overcrowding. The post No new safety assessments at Euston since April despite continued overcrowding issues appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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.
What Is Fibrex®?
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
While vinyl windows have advantages, they aren’t all that durable. Andersen’s Fibrex® material, on the other hand, won’t warp, peel or ever need painting.
It’s a very good year for contractors to partner with government
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
by Mary Scott Nabers Public officials at the local government level are initiating large, innovative, and forward-thinking projects aimed at enhancing economic prosperity in various regions of the country over the next few decades. Many of the projects are funded by federal programs, with billions yet to be allocated before the end of 2026 unless the programs are reauthorized—which may or may not happen.
Project abandonments fall amid contractor optimism
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Both private and public sectors appear to be benefitting from falling interest rates and a positive outlook for the economy, according to a construction economist.
UK heading towards £700bn infrastructure spending shortfall by 2040
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The UK is heading towards an infrastructure spending shortfall of £700bn by 2040, with £1.6 trillion of projects currently unfunded, according to analysis published by consultants EY (Ernst and Young). The post UK heading towards £700bn infrastructure spending shortfall by 2040 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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.
Overcoming Solo Contractor Challenges: How MAP Can Simplify Operations
Contractor Bookkeeping
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Does this sound like you? Maybe you started your company with a few friends and relatives as your earliest clients, and you thought your overhead expenses would be low since you worked out of your home. You made a decent living for yourself, hired a few sub-contractors per project, paid your suppliers, and earned a profit—at least that is what your tax preparer said.
Ware Malcomb Announces Construction is Complete on Chino Valley Unified School District Administration HQ
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 4, 2024
IRVINE, Calif. – Ware Malcomb , an award-winning international design firm, today announced that construction is complete on a new two-story administration building for the Chino Valley Unified School District. Ware Malcomb provided architecture, interior architecture and design, and branding services for the 60,000 square foot build-to-suit project located at 13461 Romona Ave. in Chino, CA.
Could Gen Z be the next toolbelt generation?
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Contractors can recruit this group of workers with benefits like tuition reimbursement, mental health counseling and even pet insurance, according to an industry executive.
Former rail minister Merriman to chair Liverpool to Manc rail board and Shadow GBR chair appointed
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Former rail minister Huw Merriman has been appointed chair of the Liverpool to Manchester Railway Partnership Board. The post Former rail minister Merriman to chair Liverpool to Manc rail board and Shadow GBR chair appointed appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads
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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.
Unlocking Profitability in Construction with Data-Driven Innovation
AEC Business
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The AIXCon R&D project aims to drive systemic change in the construction industry by developing new data-driven methods and tools. The post Unlocking Profitability in Construction with Data-Driven Innovation appeared first on AEC Business.
New Leica MC1 3D Machine Guidance System for Develon DX225LC-7X Excavator
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Develon and Leica Geosystems develop tailor-made 3D machine guidance system for DX225LC-7X Heerbrugg, Switzerland – Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, and Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, today announced a new aftermarket 3D machine control solution for the DX225LC-7X ‘Smart’ crawler excavator. The Develon DX225LC-7X excavator features Full Electric Hydraulic (FEH) technology and an integrated 2D machine guidance and machine control system as standard equipmen
2025’s top construction conferences
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 1, 2024
It’s time to plan for the year to come. Construction Dive has you covered with a full list of the industry conferences, expos and meetings on tap for 2025.
Sizewell C contributing £25M to £59M flood scheme to protect A12 in Suffolk
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Sizewell C is providing £25M for a flood scheme that will protect the A12 from flooding. The post Sizewell C contributing £25M to £59M flood scheme to protect A12 in Suffolk appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
How AI Reduces Cost, Safety, and Quality Risks in Construction Projects
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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.
The State of the Housing Market Prior to the Presidential Election
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 4, 2024
With an ongoing affordability crisis, the U.S. housing market has become a major topic of discussion ahead of the 2024 presidential election. And while many voters are concerned with how the outcome of the election will impact the housing market, it's also important to examine the housing market in its current state. The National Association of Home Builders’ Eye On Housing blog analyzed the variations between different congressional districts to understand where voters’ heads are at ahead
LAN to Lead Project Management for TxDOT’s
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Seawolf Parkway Bridge Replacement HOUSTON – Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) has been chosen to assist the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Houston District in managing the Seawolf Parkway Project. LAN’s involvement includes providing project management support, with Craig Hester, PE, senior technical leader, serving as project manager.
Colorado nonprofit introduces young women to the trades
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Some girls never consider construction as a career, so Transportation & Construction Girl offers education and hands-on experience.
Suffolk radiation emergency evacuation plans updated to include potential Sizewell C incidents
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Suffolk Resilience Forum’s (SRF) plans to evacuate people in response to potential nuclear or radiological incidents have been updated to include the planned Sizewell C power station. The post Suffolk radiation emergency evacuation plans updated to include potential Sizewell C incidents appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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.
Active Home Inventory Increases in September
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 4, 2024
In a show of improvement for the U.S. housing market, inventory has increased. According to the ResiClub blog, national active home listings have increased by 34% from September 2023 to September 2024, but remain 23% below pre-pandemic levels from September 2019. If the current growth rate continues, with an additional 239,594 homes for sale each year, the active inventory could reach 1.18 million by September 2025.
American Concrete Institute’s New Certificate Program – Designing Concrete Structures Reinforced with GFRP Bars Using the ACI CODE-440.11-22
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 1, 2024
ACI Certificate Programs, delivered through ACI University, encourage concrete professionals to gain in-depth knowledge about particular topics in concrete materials, design, repair, or construction by following a defined online course of study. Co-sponsored by NEx: An ACI Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials, the primary purpose of this program is to educate on ACI CODE-440.11-22 and the application of Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) reinforced concrete in the construct
2M households still without power after Helene; some local grids must ‘be completely rebuilt’
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Multiple utilities say they will need to completely reconstruct, rather than repair, electric systems in the hardest-hit areas.
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