Construction Dive
AUGUST 11, 2023
Relatively flat materials figures in recent months indicate contractors are finally experiencing relief from supply chain woes and price volatility, according to a new report.
Build LLC Blog
AUGUST 11, 2023
BUILD expresses its gratitude for Council Bill 120587 The post Thank You, Seattle City Council appeared first on BUILD Blog.
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The Pro Builder
AUGUST 9, 2023
Create More Diverse Housing Options With Accessory Dwelling Units ibush Wed, 08/09/2023 - 15:07 ADUs provide homeowners with a range of opportunities for independent living and aging in place, or for added long-term or vacation rental income Larry W. Garnett, FAIBD, House Review Lead Designer Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are prominent in the news media as many communities debate their role in the housing landscape.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 7, 2023
ROLLA, Mo. – A Missouri University of Science and Technology research team led by Dr. Kamal Khayat has been awarded $1.4 million from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to develop an artificial intelligence program that will determine the best locally-available materials for 3D-printed concrete. This technology will allow the Army Corps to more quickly 3D print concrete structures without relying on the delivery of large amounts of construction materials.
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Construction Dive
AUGUST 10, 2023
Taking certain steps can help workers heal faster, according to Jennifer Cogbill, vice president at third-party claims firm Gallagher Bassett.
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The Pro Builder
AUGUST 10, 2023
The Housing Market Is Creating an Epidemic of Loneliness ldeakins Thu, 08/10/2023 - 11:12 Homes in social, walkable neighborhoods are becoming increasingly expensive, and young buyers unable to afford them are faced with lonely living situations Millennials and Generation Z are considered to be the loneliest generations on account of heightened social media use replacing face-to-face interactions.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 8, 2023
BOULDER, Colo.–( BUSINESS WIRE )– Prometheus Materials , a leader in sustainable building materials, announced today the achievement of remarkable results in the ASTM C423 sound-absorption testing of its ground-breaking bio-cement and bio-concrete technology. The company develops revolutionary zero-carbon building solutions that provide a superior alternative to carbon-intensive portland cement.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 10, 2023
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Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 7, 2023
Electricity network giant SSEN Transmission has confirmed ten preferred bidders for a £10bn onshore infrastructure upgrade. Following a competitive procurement process, Balfour Beatty, Siemens Energy BAM, J. Murphy & Sons, Wood Power Solutions, Omexom Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, Burns & McDonnell, Morrison Energy Services, Linxon, IQA and NKT have all been selected.
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The Pro Builder
AUGUST 11, 2023
Up to 500 Affordable Housing Units Are Coming to Michigan With the Help of Federal Funding ldeakins Fri, 08/11/2023 - 10:02 Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced an additional $13 million in federal funding for the development and rehabilitation of 500 affordable housing units across the state of Michigan Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan State Housing Development Authority recently announced more than $13 million in federal funding for the development and rehabilitation of affor
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 7, 2023
Santa Rosa: GHD’s US operations have been named as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” in the 2023 Disability:IN Equality Index (DEI). The DEI is a joint initiative with the American Association of People with Disabilities and serves as a comprehensive benchmarking tool that helps companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions toward disability inclusion and equality.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 9, 2023
From charging stations for electric vehicles to true-to-life career and technical spaces, schools are transforming, architecture experts say.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 9, 2023
UBS Asset Management and Reef Group have got the planning thumbs up to create one of Europe’s largest life science campuses in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. The 1.4m sq ft new Life Sciences hub will be delivered alongside GSK’s existing Global R&D facility and involve an investment of £900m. Construction is expected to start in late-2023 with completion for phase one targeted for Q4 2025.
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The Pro Builder
AUGUST 11, 2023
How One Broker Is Pairing Real Estate With Conservation ldeakins Fri, 08/11/2023 - 10:21 This Florida broker is using a portion of her real estate commissions to plant trees in St. Petersburg, Fla. Angela Grannan, broker-owner at The Grannan Group, in St. Petersburg, Fla., is working to protect the area's native tree canopy by donating a portion of her commission from each residential sale for the planting of trees.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 9, 2023
(St. Louis, MO, Aug. 3, 2023) Western Specialty Contractors – Minneapolis Branch is nearing completion of a project to restore a masonry wall section of the historic Wesley Church located at 101 E. Grant St. in downtown Minneapolis, MN. The historic church, formerly occupied by Wesley United Methodist Church, was constructed during Minneapolis’ building boom in the 1890s.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 9, 2023
With $39 billion dedicated for the program, the immense interest may mean some tough choices for federal officials.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 9, 2023
Hundreds of suppliers and subcontractors have been left £43m out of pocket by the collapse of Henry Construction Projects. According to the failed contractors records published by administrator FRP Advisory, more than 700 firms have been hit by the collapse of the south east tower builder. Henry also held performance bonds with a dozen surety providers.
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AUGUST 11, 2023
Massachusetts Students Are Learning About the Skilled Trades by Building Homes ldeakins Fri, 08/11/2023 - 10:44 Student Builders Inc. is giving high school students construction experience through hands-on building projects in their local community Since the 1980s, students at Comprehensive High School, in Chicopee, Mass., have been building homes for their local community with the help of a nonprofit organization that helps them fund all elements of the construction.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 9, 2023
(Southfield, MI) – Atwell announced today that it has acquired Bay Engineering, Inc., an engineering, surveying, and environmental firm headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland. The firm specializes in land development services for both public and private clients throughout Central and Southern Maryland. This acquisition continues to strengthen Atwell’s presence in the Mid-Atlantic, building upon the firm’s acquisition of Ben Dyer Associates, Inc. in 2022.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 9, 2023
While venture funding activity has slowed, these tech firms focused on construction continued to pull in investments.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 7, 2023
Bellway is consulting on a round of redundancies and the closure of two divisions as the house building slump continues to bite. Sky News reported that up to 90 jobs could go among the 3,000 strong workforce with the London Partnerships and South Midlands divisions set to close. A Bellway company statement to Sky News said: “In response to current market conditions which have caused a slowdown in the sales market and a reduced output for house building, we have today announced proposals to
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AUGUST 11, 2023
Helena Habitat for Humanity Aims to Build 1,000 Affordable Homes ldeakins Fri, 08/11/2023 - 11:15 A new Habitat for Humanity project in Helena, Mont., aims to deliver 1,000 affordable housing units and outdoor community amenities In their largest project to date, Habitat for Humanity of Helena, Mont., is working to build 1,000 new mixed-income homes over the coming years.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 9, 2023
Barhale has been appointed by West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) to its framework agreement for the supply of diversionary utilities works. The civil engineering and infrastructure specialist secured its place on the framework under Lot 2, Water-clean and Waste Infrastructure, of the West Midlands Metro Framework agreement for the Provision of Diversionary Utilities Works for Metro Extensions and any Major Highways Schemes.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 9, 2023
Bolsa Row Terrace in Westminster, California, at the heart of Orange County’s Little Saigon community, will feature more than 26,000 square feet of shopping and dining space.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 11, 2023
Monthly construction output increased 1.6% in June after three consecutive falls in activity. New work led the recovery rising by 2%, with repair and maintenance showing weaker growth of 1.1%. Anecdotal evidence received from monthly business returns suggested the warm weather helped to increase output across sectors. Infrastructure new work and non-housing repair and maintenance drove the monthly improvement, up 4.7% and 3.4%, respectively.
Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network
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The Pro Builder
AUGUST 11, 2023
Roofing Manufacturer Partners With Architecture Students for Annual Design-Build Project ldeakins Fri, 08/11/2023 - 11:32 Roofing manufacturer S-5! recently teamed up with the University of Kansas School of Architecture & Design for its student-led annual design-build project S-5!, a manufacturer of engineered metal roof attachments, recently announced its donation of snow retention and solar attachments to the University of Kansas School of Architecture & Design for its annual student-led, desi
Prodyogi
AUGUST 8, 2023
In the fast-paced world of construction, companies cannot afford to wait for disasters to strike before addressing safety issues. Relying on reactive measures not only invites trouble but also leads to significant financial losses. Instead, implementing a preventive maintenance schedule can save both money and lives.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 8, 2023
The Department of Labor announced changes to its Davis-Bacon rules this morning aimed at increasing construction workers’ pay on federally funded jobs.
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