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Decoding the Future: How Quantum Computing Could Revolutionize Construction

Construction Placements

Decoding the Future: How Quantum Computing Could Revolutionize Construction Quantum computing holds transformative potential for the construction industry. Learn how it can revolutionize project management, materials, and smart building systems. The post Decoding the Future: How Quantum Computing Could Revolutionize Construction appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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The need for speed can lead to problems on projects, engineers say

Construction Dive

The push to accelerate construction and a lack of maintenance on existing infrastructure and buildings are top concerns for structural engineers, a new survey found.

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Here’s How Much Is Needed to Afford a Starter Home

The Pro Builder

As housing becomes more expensive, the amount homebuyers need to earn to afford to purchase a home also grows. According to housing market platform Redfin, homebuyers need to earn approximately $80,000 per year to afford the median-priced starter home, up 4.4% from last summer and only about $500 below the all-time high. That makes starter homes just barely affordable to families earning the median U.S. income, and unaffordable to families earning less than the median income.

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Kistler’s largest WIM installation in the world slated for Providence, Rhode Island, to monitor structural health of aging bridge

Civil + Structural Engineer

Rhode Island installs traffic and structural health monitoring system to proactively maintain vital bridge The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is partnering with Kistler, the global leader in dynamic measurement technology, to provide state-of-the-art technology solutions to monitor and protect the structural health of the Washington Bridge, a vital bridge in the city of Providence.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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Grenfell: no charges before end of 2026

The Construction Index

The Met Police and the Crown Prosecution Service have restated that there must still be a long wait for prosecutions to be brought in relation to the Grenfell Tower fire.

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Trends Survey Reveals 4 Residential Design Trends Driven by Rising Costs

The Pro Builder

Higher costs are having an effect on the design of production homes. New research indicates where the pinch points are most intense.

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The Tri-State Drilling Story: ROI That Protects the Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

After nearly seven decades of drilling deep foundations in 49 states and pioneering the sub-specialty of electrical transmission and utility lines for renewable energy, infrastructure, and industrial projects, Tri-State Drilling was at a crossroads. The company’s exceptional reputation and expertise had provided unrelenting growth over the years, but outdated processes and a lack of real-time visibility to job costs created an environment that was constantly looking backward instead of planning

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Tips For Working With Banks And Lenders In The Construction Industry

Contractor Bookkeeping

If your company is experiencing rapid growth, you might find yourself navigating a good news/bad news situation: while your sales figures climb, managing cash flow becomes increasingly complex, pushing you to seek additional financing to meet the rising demand. Consider this scenario: A couple wanting to sell their house expresses interest in your remodeling service, presenting an exciting opportunity that could significantly elevate your construction business.

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EEOC settles 3 construction harassment cases for a combined $2.9M

Construction Dive

The federal workplace watchdog took enforcement actions against Florida-based J.A. Croson, New Jersey's Asphalt Paving Systems and Balfour Beatty's U.S. infrastructure arm.

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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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The Productivity Marvels of Off-Site Construction

The Pro Builder

New innovations in off-site building construction have increased our ability to address the housing deficit currently plaguing the United States and Canada. Yet for the past decade, precut framing packages, panelized structural components, and volumetric modular construction combined have represented just 3% or less of new-home completions, according to U.S.

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BILCO Unveils New Flood-Tight Access Door to Withstand 30-foot Head of Water

Civil + Structural Engineer

NEW HAVEN, CT – The BILCO Company has introduced a new flood-tight floor access door that can withstand a 30-foot head of water from the topside, adding another component to its line of specialty access products for commercial applications. The Type FT-30 door is flood-tight against a 30-foot head of water from the topside and a 5-foot head of water (when specified) from the underside.

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UK has a new longest rail bridge

The Construction Index

The final deck segment has been placed to create what has now become the UK’s new longest rail bridge.

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Job openings drop again, but commercial builders still seek workers

Construction Dive

Despite a 17% fall in unfilled positions in July, economists say nonresidential contractors are looking to hire craftworkers.

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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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More Home Listings Signal Better Times Ahead for Buyers

The Pro Builder

Following recent price cuts and added inventory, housing market conditions are beginning to improve for prospective homebuyers. According to real estate marketing platform Realtor.com, the number of homes for sale in August was 36.2% higher than the previous year, marking 10 consecutive months of growth. This gives buyers more options, including more affordable homes, with 19.3% of listings seeing price reductions—the highest for August since 2018.

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Rachel DeSombre Receives 2024 Women in Construction (Engineer of the Year) Award

Civil + Structural Engineer

BROOKFIELD, Wis. — Rachel DeSombre, P.E., raSmith senior transportation project manager, was named among The Daily Reporter’s 2024 Women in Construction and honored as the Engineer of the Year. These awards are given to groundbreaking women who support building projects through construction, marketing, law, communications, engineering, architecture, executive roles, and other professional services.

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Industrializing Construction: Myths, Realities, and Future Prospects

AEC Business

WDBE 2024 keynote speakers Amy Marks and Kevin Cardona discuss construction's 'Mission Impossible' and how to embark on it. The post Industrializing Construction: Myths, Realities, and Future Prospects appeared first on AEC Business.

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Construction spending dips again as contractors await Fed relief

Construction Dive

Fluctuations in recent months stem from a worsening shortage of qualified workers, according to AGC’s chief economist.

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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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Maximizing Profits in the Build-to-Rent Space

The Pro Builder

The single-family build-to-rent (B2R) market is growing, with the share of new single-family rental housing starts doubling from 4% in 2020 to 8% in 2024. This growth is a reflection of the demand for better rental properties in the housing market, according to Multi-Housing News. To keep up with this demand, developers in the B2R space are sharing cost-saving strategies, such as distributing properties across multiple growth markets, tightening subcontractor relationships, and using prefabricat

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ASTM STANDARD UPDATED FOR POLYPROPYLENE PRESSURE PIPING SYSTEMS

Civil + Structural Engineer

Pressure and Chlorine Ratings Revised IRVING, Texas – Recent revisions led by the Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) Building & ConstructionDivision resulted in improvements to the latest edition of the ASTM Standard, F2389 Standard Specification for Pressure-Rated Polypropylene (PP) Piping Systems, whichestablishes requirements for polypropylene (PP-R and PP-RCT) piping system components including pipe, fittings, valves, and manifolds.

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Classification of Rocks | Building Materials

Prodyogi

Rocks or so-called building stones are naturally occurring materials used to construct residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Building stones are euhedral shape stones and they are shaped and dressed according to the requirements. In this section, we will be dealing with the classification of building stones or rocks, the tests on rocks, and the Quarrying of stones.

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Texas breaks ground on $573M psychiatric hospital

Construction Dive

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

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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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As Mortgage Rates Drop, Home Affordability Improves

The Pro Builder

As mortgage interest rates begin to trend down, housing affordability is improving. According to financial services company Intercontinental Exchange's (ICE) September 2024 Mortgage Monitor Report, mortgage interest rate declines in August 2024 improved home affordability to its best level in six months. Three major U.S. markets—Birmingham, Ala., Des Moines, Iowa, and McAllen, Texas—have returned to their long-term affordability averages, with several other cities nearing this benchmark as

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City of Pearland Breaks Ground on Barry Rose Water Reclamation Facility Replacement and Expansion, and Longwood Water Reclamation Facility Decommissioning

Civil + Structural Engineer

PEARLAND, Texas — The City of Pearland broke ground on the expansion of the Barry Rose Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Replacement and Expansion project, which will increase the plant’s wastewater treatment capacity from 3.1 million gallons per day (MGD) to 5.0 MGD to better address the community’s growing needs. The $216.7 million construction project expands and updates the 50-year-old Barry Rose Water Reclamation Facility’s infrastructure while also decommissioning the neighboring Longwood W

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CARES cites Grenfell in scrapping paper certificates

The Construction Index

Digital proof is now “vital” in safety-critical products post Grenfell, says steel certification authority Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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Higher ed construction pendulum back in full swing

Construction Dive

Messer’s Nick Proffitt sees burgeoning demand in the sector, which encompasses student housing, athletic and school buildings, medical centers and more.

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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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Fannie Mae Revises Its 2024 Home Price Growth Forecast

The Pro Builder

Home price growth is starting to slow down. According to National Mortgage Professional, Fannie Mae recently revised its 2024 home price growth forecast from 4.3% to 4.7%, down from a 6% increase in 2023. The 2025 projection was also slightly lowered from 3.2% to 3.1%. This shift is likely due to improved inventory. Previously, the housing shortage was estimated to be 4 million homes, but now that number has lowered to about 2.8 million homes.

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STV Celebrates the Successful Completion of Sound Transit’s Lynnwood Link Extension Project

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEATTLE, WA – STV, a leading professional services firm that plans, designs and manages infrastructure projects across North America, joins Sound Transit in celebrating the opening of the Lynnwood Link Extension , an 8.5-mile light rail route extending from Northgate into Snohomish County. Opening to the public on Friday, August 30, 2024, this project includes four new stations, allowing riders to travel between south Snohomish County and downtown Seattle, Sea-Tac Airport and more.

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Safety Leadership Conference 2024: Safety First, Leadership Always

Safety Services Company

In a rapidly changing industrial landscape, ensuring workplace safety is more crucial than ever. The Safety Leadership Conference 2024, which lasted from August 26-28 , was a transformative event for safety professionals across various sectors including manufacturing, construction, distribution, transportation, and utilities. This Safety Leadership conference is designed to equip safety leaders with the necessary tools and insights to foster safer work environments – and every year they succeed