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.

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.

Estimating

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.

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.

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.

Approvals

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.

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 2, 2024

An unfortunate fact of stick-built home construction is that much of the wood ends up wasted.

AEC Business

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

A growing interest has emerged around no-code and low-code platforms that empower employees across departments to build custom apps suited to their daily workflows. The post Employee-Driven Application Development in AEC appeared first on AEC Business.

Building Codes

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.

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.

Electrical Systems

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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.

Construction Equipment

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.

Painting/finishing

Prodyogi

OCTOBER 3, 2024

A well-maintained concrete water tank is essential for any home or business. It provides a reliable source of clean water for various needs, from drinking to household chores. However, over time, concrete tanks can develop cracks, leaks, or other damage that can compromise their functionality and safety.Here's a step-by-step guide to repairing your concrete water tank:1.

Inspection

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.

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.

Public Works

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.

Construction Management

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.

Engineering

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.

Mapping

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.

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.

Real Estate Development

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

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.

Engineering

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

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.

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

Electrical Systems

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.

Risk Management

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.

Engineering

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.

Construction Dive

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Some girls never consider construction as a career, so Transportation & Construction Girl offers education and hands-on experience.

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.

Project Management

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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.

Construction Equipment

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.

Engineering

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2024

The construction industry is one of the leading industries for suicide rates. To address the underlying factors causing mental health challenges in the industry, Marcum, a national accounting and advisory firm, is hosting a webinar on Oct. 10. The session will cover topics such as the risks construction workers face, suicide warning signs to watch for, the impact of opioids on the construction industry, crisis response strategies, and more.

Construction Dive

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Multiple utilities say they will need to completely reconstruct, rather than repair, electric systems in the hardest-hit areas.

Electrical Systems