Construction Dive
APRIL 10, 2024
Institutional developments, which include life sciences and lab projects that surged during the pandemic, have now slowed down, according to Dodge Construction Network.
Prodyogi
APRIL 10, 2024
In an era where environmental consciousness is at the forefront of global conversations, the concept of green building has emerged as a beacon of hope for a more sustainable future. But what exactly is a green building, and why is it becoming increasingly vital in the realm of construction?
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The Pro Builder
APRIL 11, 2024
Lumber Leads Building Materials Prices Higher in March ibush Thu, 04/11/2024 - 13:28 Overall, the cost of building materials rose during March, with softwood lumber, gypsum products, and concrete all seeing price increases. Only steel mill materials saw price drops The cost of building materials used in residential construction increased again in March—the fifth month in a row—according to the National Association of Home Builders' reporting on the most recent Producer Price Index (PPI) data fro
Construction News
APRIL 11, 2024
Timber-frame volumetric specialist Lighthouse has gone under, with all 113 staff members losing their jobs following a failed bid to sell the business. The specialist, which was based in Sheffield, struggled with cashflow issues. The business behind it, IDMH, filed a notice of intention to… The post Staff made redundant as modular builder collapses appeared first on Construction News.
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New Civil Engineer
APRIL 11, 2024
It’s an exciting time to be working in engineering. The UK government has set ambitious goals to achieve net zero by 2050. A crucial element to the net zero future is the government’s goal for all of the UK’s electricity to be derived from clean,… The post Empowering women in engineering: an industry perspective appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
By Taylor Ferranti, Commercial Vice President, Refrigerant Management Recently, the HVACR industry has been managing a new challenge when it comes to refrigerant management: counterfeit refrigerant recovery cylinders. While the industry understands the importance of refrigerant recovery – it safely contains refrigerants, prevents them from being released into the atmosphere, and enables refrigerant reclamation and reuse – this current challenge highlights an awareness gap of what makes a recover
The Pro Builder
APRIL 9, 2024
2024 Forty Under 40 Nomination Form ibush Tue, 04/09/2024 - 14:00 Help us recognize the rising stars, innovators, and game-changers in the housing industry! Do you know a rising star in the home building industry? If so, nominate them for Pro Builder 's Forty Under 40 awards program ! Each year Pro Builder honors 40 of housing's young leaders. There is no fee to enter.
The Construction Index
APRIL 11, 2024
Housing maintenance contractor Mears Group turned over more than £1bn last year, with more than 40% of that coming from looking after asylum seekers.
Construction Dive
APRIL 11, 2024
Overall building material costs have now increased in every month of 2024, said Associated Builders and Contractors’ chief economist.
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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 10, 2024
FORT WORTH, Texas – McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has completed construction on the Harmon Road project with the City of Fort Worth. Part of the city’s 2018 City Bond for Streets and Mobility Improvements, the project expanded a two-mile section of Harmon Road, between US287 and Golden Triangle Boulevard in north Fort Worth, from a two-lane roadway to a four-lane road with turn lanes and three integral roundabouts at major intersections with 10-foot-wide shared use sidewalks.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 12, 2024
Public Comment Period Opens for National Green Building Standard Updates ibush Fri, 04/12/2024 - 14:37 The 45-day public comment period for draft 2 of the 2024 NGBS begins on April 12, 2024 The National Green Building Standard (NGBS) is an ANSI (American National Standards Institute)-approved, third-party certified residential building standard that provides an affordable way to verify green construction practices in single-family, multifamily, remodeling, and land development projects.
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
Saudi Arabia’s wildly ambitious plan to build 500m tall, mirrored, 170km long parallel skyscrapers, forming a 1.5M population desert city has been curtailed to 2.4km long. The post Neom | Plans for Saudi Arabia’s linear city cut from 170km to 2.4km appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
APRIL 11, 2024
Although falls and struck-bys are the most frequent causes of injury, heat stress and fatigue were the most common contributors to incidents.
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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 12, 2024
A Qdos CWT (Conveying Wave Technology ) chemical metering pump ran for over 21 months dosing chlorine at Ergon – West Virginia Inc.’s paraffinic refinery in Newell, West Virginia in the United States, after replacing a diaphragm pump which lasted less than half the time on average. The Qdos CWT pump, which is now available with 130 PSI (9 bar) pressure capability, is dosing chlorine into the raw water stream as part of a process to produce sodium hydrosulfide (NaHS) for the paper and pulp indust
The Construction Index
APRIL 7, 2024
Critics are questioning National Highways’ decision to start enabling works for the £2.5bn Stonehenge tunnel project while legal challenges remain unresolved.
Construction News
APRIL 11, 2024
The final report into the Grenfell Tower fire has been delayed for a third time – with its expected publication now pushed later into the summer. It was initially hoped that the report would be published last autumn, before being moved to early this year.… The post Final Grenfell Tower report delayed once again appeared first on Construction News.
Construction Dive
APRIL 12, 2024
The goal is to bolster the country’s transportation systems against the extreme weather impacts of climate change.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 11, 2024
Waltham, MA —AMC Bridge has announced the establishment of its AI Center of Excellence (CoE), a strategic initiative aimed at integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies across its operations. The center will serve as a focal point for harnessing the power of AI and ML to enhance client solutions and drive innovation.
Contractor Bookkeeping
APRIL 12, 2024
Stepping up your marketing game as a construction business owner is always a welcome topic in my client conversations. Often, a contractor will chat with me about the best way to promote their company, primarily because there is no one but him running it. You may focus more on accounting and taxes at times, and at other times, your business may slow down, and sales become more challenging.
The Construction Index
APRIL 11, 2024
After a return to growth in January, construction output in Great Britain fell back again in February, according to latest estimates.
Construction Dive
APRIL 9, 2024
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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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 12, 2024
Authoritative Study Now Available Heat fusing HDPE pipe sections provides a leak-free joint plus heightened security and protection from seismic events. IRVING, Texas – A new report that examines the required wall thickness for a fully fused high-density polyethylene (HDPE) water main to withstand the lateral spread from an earthquake or other seismic event has been published.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 12, 2024
Q1 2024 Foreclosure Activity Rises Slightly ibush Fri, 04/12/2024 - 09:27 Data show New York, Houston, and Chicago topping the list of major metros with the greatest number of foreclosure starts during Q1 2024 A recently released report from real estate data curator ATTOM shows that while foreclosure starts and filings increased slightly during Q1 2024, most notable was the overall decrease in the number of REO (real estate owned) properties.
The Construction Index
APRIL 8, 2024
The competition authority has cleared the takeover of Mick George by Heidelberg Materials after approving a series of asset disposals.
Construction Dive
APRIL 9, 2024
Work has resumed on the top 22 floors of the 1 million-square foot building, named 555 Tower, where Amazon paused its efforts in July 2022.
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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 12, 2024
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ware Malcomb , an award-winning international design firm, today announced that construction is complete on Castings Commerce Park, a three-building speculative industrial park developed on the site of the historic former Columbus Castings steel foundry. Ware Malcomb provided architecture and interior design services for the buildings, together offering approximately 862,000 square feet of distribution space and capacity for 171 loading positions.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 12, 2024
Even With Inflation Running Hot and Elevated Mortgage Rates, Buyer Demand Rises ibush Fri, 04/12/2024 - 12:06 Mortgage rates will likely stay high for the next few months, but that doesn't seem to be deterring homebuyers Continuing elevated home prices and high mortgage rates make for steep housing payments: During the four weeks ending April 7, the median monthly U.S. housing payment was up 11% from a year ago, reaching an all-time high of $2,747.
The Construction Index
APRIL 7, 2024
A development agreement has been signed to for the planned £1.1bn York Central regeneration scheme.
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