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Why contractors are still all in on manufacturing projects

Construction Dive

Despite the sector’s recent deceleration in starts, firms with factory construction specialization are scaling up for more demand.

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Cementex Highlights the TR-9HVAC TOOLKIT for HVAC Professionals

Civil + Structural Engineer

Kits offer a variety of 1000VAC/1500VDC double insulated hand tools providing a solution for HVAC work around energized equipment Burlington, NJ – Cementex , the safety tool specialists, highlights its TR-9HVAC TOOLKIT, crafted to specifically cater to the HVAC industry’s unique needs. This toolkit provides HVAC professionals with a versatile set of insulated tools essential for the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.

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A Homebuilding Factory that Comes to You

The Pro Builder

A Homebuilding Factory that Comes to You qpurcell Mon, 01/29/2024 - 10:55 Before he discusses his company, Cuby Technologies , cofounder Aleksandr Gampel first describes its context—the state of the homebuilding industry today. “Everyone understands there’s a housing crisis,” he says. That crisis has two main causes, Gampel explains. First, there’s a shortage of skilled labor, with not enough new hires to replace retiring workers.

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Types of Road Patterns in Highway Engineering

Prodyogi

In urban areas, achieving a smooth traffic flow is a challenging procedure. While planning a road system for urban areas, special care and precaution are to be taken to provide accident-free traffic flow. The main principle of a road system is to increase the response time of average and emergency vehicles, like ambulances, fire engines, etc to reach the final destination.

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Your Blueprint for Efficient Construction Project Management

Take control of your construction projects with this comprehensive guide to modern project controls. Learn how to integrate advanced tools that centralize budgets, schedules, and performance metrics. Discover strategies to prevent overruns, predict risks, and optimize workflows using real-time data and predictive insights. This guide is designed for construction leaders aiming for excellence in a competitive landscape.

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Public construction spending soars, but private projects still face hurdles

Construction Dive

Highway and street projects are flush with cash, but high interest rates, labor shortages and regulatory delays are weighing on commercial projects.

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Top 10 Cities for Gen Z Homeownership

The Pro Builder

Top 10 Cities for Gen Z Homeownership qpurcell Fri, 02/02/2024 - 09:34 Fewer and fewer young adults dare to dream of homeownership. That is, according to a recent report by Point2 Homes on Gen Z Homebuying Havens. As a division of Yardi Systems, Point2 covers real estate trends and news, taking public records, online research, and other data sources to release relevant industry studies.

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National Infrastructure Pipeline: Energy and transport dominate £775bn spending forecast

New Civil Engineer

The National Infrastructure and Construction Pipeline (NICP) has been published and shows confirmed investment in UK infrastructure over the next decade will see over 70% go towards energy and transport, while investment in water and sewerage will lag. The post National Infrastructure Pipeline: Energy and transport dominate £775bn spending forecast appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Google taps Whiting-Turner to build $600M Oregon data center

Construction Dive

The Baltimore-based general contractor received the go-ahead from the local community development department to start construction on the facility.

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District engineer wins national career achievement award

Civil + Structural Engineer

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Memphis District proudly announces the Black Engineer of the Year Award (BEYA) STEM Conference has selected Operations Division Chief, Andrea L. Williams, to receive a 2024 Career Achievement Award in recognition of her significant achievements as an engineer for a U.S. Government organization.

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The Constructors 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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Finalists Announced for Top Women in Construction Awards

The Pro Builder

Finalists Announced for Top Women in Construction Awards ibush Fri, 02/02/2024 - 12:44 The awards celebrate women's impact in Minnesota’s construction industry F inance & Commerce has announced the finalists in its fourth annual Top Women in Construction awards program, which recognizes women in Minnesota’s construction industry for their professional involvement, innovation, and achievements.

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Burnham says devolving power over stations would see accessibility improved sooner

New Civil Engineer

Railway stations could be more accessible if powers over them were devolved to regional transport authorities, according to Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham. The post Burnham says devolving power over stations would see accessibility improved sooner appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Job openings drop, but demand persists

Construction Dive

The labor shortage has pushed wages up 20% in recent years, and a new report says they are likely to continue climbing.

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Trust is at an all-time low. Here are 5 ways to address it

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Jannet Walker-Ford First, the good news. Trust in infrastructure is generally solid, and rightly so. Designers, engineers and planners have long created modern marvels that withstand the unthinkable and make daily life immeasurably better. The bad news is it might not be enough to sustain trust in today’s era of misinformation, disengagement, and plummeting levels of trust across all aspects of society.

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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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Newark’s $1 Housing Lottery Has a Winner

The Pro Builder

Newark’s $1 Housing Lottery Has a Winner ibush Fri, 02/02/2024 - 10:52 The lottery program aims to boost home ownership in Newark, NJ, where most residents are renters On Jan. 29, New Jersey resident Latoya Hardin became a homeowner when she received the keys to a house from the city of Newark, N.J., in the latest round of the city's housing lottery, NJ Spotlight News reports.

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Wohlsen Construction Company Appoints New Regional Vice President

Wholsen Construction

Wohlsen Construction Company is pleased to announce the promotion of Greg Meyer, HCC, LEED AP to Regional Vice President for Maryland and DMV operations. Greg will oversee all aspects of. The post Wohlsen Construction Company Appoints New Regional Vice President appeared first on Wohlsen Construction.

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3 dead, 9 injured in Idaho construction collapse

Construction Dive

An airplane hangar being built by Meridian, Idaho-based Big D Builders collapsed yesterday afternoon at the Boise Airport.

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National Infrastructure Leaders Visit Frankfort to Spotlight Mountain Parkway Expansion

Civil + Structural Engineer

Gov. Beshear, federal and state officials join the Engineering & Public Works Roadshow to highlight how public works, engineering improve communities with infrastructure investment FRANKFORT, KY – A critical infrastructure project that will connect the state and unlock significant opportunities for economic development, jobs and opportunity for eastern Kentucky was showcased by the national Engineering and Public Works Roadshow today at an event in the rotunda of the New State Capitol Buildi

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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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Affordable, Supportive Community for Veterans Soon to Open in Ventura County

The Pro Builder

Affordable, Supportive Community for Veterans Soon to Open in Ventura County ibush Fri, 02/02/2024 - 12:03 The development brings Ventura County, Calif., a step closer to closing the gap between supply and demand in affordable housing Through a collaboration between developers and other private and public partners, the $70.3 million Ventura Springs development in Ventura Springs, Calif., will provide 122 units of affordable, supportive housing for formerly unhoused and low-income veterans and th

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South Manchester office pushes the boundaries of low carbon construction and operation

New Civil Engineer

Designing the UK’s lowest carbon new office building has produced net zero lessons for the wider industry. The post South Manchester office pushes the boundaries of low carbon construction and operation appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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7 ways that Davis-Bacon changes could cost contractors

Construction Dive

Updates to prevailing wage laws will impact builders looking to win in the booming federal infrastructure market.

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The Great Talent Vanishing Act: Understanding the Professional Labor Gap

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Stuart McLendon, COO, Zweig Group Ever feel like finding a unicorn would be easier than finding a top-notch professional these days? You’re not alone. In boardrooms and virtual happy hours alike, the echo is the same: from CPAs to attorneys, HR managers, and administrative assistants – good people are hard to find. But it’s not just water cooler talk.

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Guide to SaaS, PaaS, and Hybrid ERP: Make the Right Deployment Choice

ERP deployment options such as SaaS, PaaS, on-premises, and hybrid models directly impact your firm's scalability, security, and integration capabilities. This guide reviews how each approach supports key priorities such as managing complex projects, maintaining data sovereignty, and achieving seamless collaboration. By understanding the nuances of these options, you can make decisions that enhance your ERP's performance while aligning with budget and long-term goals.

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Private Residential Construction Spending Continues to Grow

The Pro Builder

Private Residential Construction Spending Continues to Grow ibush Fri, 02/02/2024 - 07:40 The monthly increase in single-family construction spending during December rose by 1.6%, marking the eighth consecutive month of gains since April 2023 Analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data by the National Association of Home Builders shows a 1.4% rise (a seasonally adjusted annual pace of $911.7 billion) in private residential construction spending (single-family, multifamily, and home improvements) during

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Medieval Worcester bridge closed following foundation collapse

New Civil Engineer

The Grade I listed Powick Old Bridge on the outskirts of Worcester has been closed to pedestrians and cyclists following the collapse of a foundation caused by recent flooding. The post Medieval Worcester bridge closed following foundation collapse appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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NASA tests autonomous construction robots

Construction Dive

The machines assemble modular wire structures called “voxels,” which may eventually be used to build shelters on the moon.

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Building the Future of Safety in the AEC Industry

Civil + Structural Engineer

The topics of workplace health and safety are constantly at the forefront of conversation in the AEC industry, and for good reason. Historically, engineering and construction have been hazardous professions, and, while there have been significant improvements to safety standards in recent years, the risk of workplace accidents is still high when compared to other industries.

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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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Weighing the Effects of the Fed's and Treasury's Latest Announcements

The Pro Builder

Weighing the Effects of the Fed's and Treasury's Latest Announcements ibush Thu, 02/01/2024 - 15:09 The upshot of the Jan. 31 announcements is that while mortgage rates will stay higher for longer, they're likely to hold steady During its Jan. 31 meeting on Wednesday, the Federal Reserve confirmed it's holding interest rates steady, according to real estate services site Redfin.

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Design and Construction Solutions for Commercial Building Efficiency

Wolgast Corporation

Building an efficient and sustainable commercial building can be perceived to be costly and complicated, but it does not have to be. Working with an experienced Design-Build Contractor can save you money and provide guidance for savings from sustainable and long-lasting material investments. Efficiency in commercial building design and construction is not just about completing a project quickly or in investing in expensive materials, it is about delivering value, sustainability, quality, and fut

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Amazon to invest $10B in 2 Mississippi data centers

Construction Dive

The retail giant will build multiple complexes in two industrial parks across Madison County amid continued growth in the industrial sector.

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