Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 10, 2024
By PCiRoads How PCiRoads found custom equipment for a unique project Minneapolis features a busy and lively downtown area thats home to nearly 57,000 residents along with 216,000 employees each week, per mplsdowntown.com. The city has consistently topped more than $1 billion in new construction permits over the past 11 years as it grows and builds new businesses, apartment complexes, and more.
Prodyogi
DECEMBER 13, 2024
Prevention is always better than cure, especially when it comes to protecting your building from water damage. A well-waterproofed roof can significantly reduce the risk of leaks and the associated costs of repairs. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).
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Prodyogi
DECEMBER 12, 2024
The construction industry, once a bastion of traditional methods, is undergoing a digital transformation. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are emerging as powerful tools to revolutionize construction processes, enhance efficiency, and improve project outcomes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); How AI and ML are Reshaping Construction?
Roads Online
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Image courtesy of the Western Australian Government. The METRONET Ellenbrook Line is now officially open, marking the biggest expansion of Perths rail network in more than 16 years. The 21-kilometre line includes five new stations at Morley, Noranda, Ballajura, Whiteman Park and Ellenbrook, and will tie in with the new Bayswater Station that opened earlier this year.
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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 10, 2024
By Chad Havens, P.E., Roadway Project Manager, Michael Baker International Located in the 1,500-acre Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve in North Georgia, the Elachee Nature Science Center is an education center that serves more than 35,000 students from over 35 school systems and an additional 30,000 visitors to the museum and preserve each year. The facility has hiking and biking trails, a nature shop and exhibits at the science center, which also hosts conservation-related and educational programs
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Construction News
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Incoming changes to inheritance tax will deal a blow to the building-materials sector and could threaten government plans for 1.5 million homes to be built during the current parliamentary term. Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) chief executive John Newcomb warned that the measures announced in the… The post BMF: Tax shake-up threatens builders merchants and 1.5m housing target appeared first on Construction News.
Roads Online
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Low noise levels and urban-friendly performance are just some of the benefits of the SANY eMixer. Images: SANY/Putzmeister. Putzmeister Oceania is helping to turn the tide when it comes to the electrification of the construction sector, showing how effective, and simple, the transition to more sustainable equipment can be. Their latest trial of the first Australian Design Rules (ADRs) approved and road registered 100 per cent electric truck mixer is reflecting this push.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 10, 2024
As 2024 draws to a close in its final month, the AEC industry is yet again wrapping up what has become a benchmark year. As a means of commemorating and celebrating such a momentous year, we are proud to announce the 2024 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement, including our 2024 Summit Award winners ISG who took the top spot for their innovative use of urban and green infrastructure in Des Moines.
Construction Placements
DECEMBER 9, 2024
75 Construction Ratios Everyone Should Know for Effective Project Management A comprehensive guide to 75 essential construction ratios, covering financial, productivity, cost, and safety metrics for effective project management. The post 75 Construction Ratios Everyone Should Know for Effective Project Management appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
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.
Prodyogi
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Theodolite surveying is the most precise surveying technique in the construction industry that enables the measurement of horizontal and vertical angles of a point on the earth's surface easily. Many modern instruments have upgraded from this standard to make measuring more easier.Let's learn the principle, working, and types of theodolite used in civil engineering surveys.
Roads Online
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Image courtesy of the New South Wales Government. Improvement works have begun on a nine-kilometre section of the New England Highway in New South Wales, which are set to deliver smoother and safer journeys for motorists. The New England Highway connects the Hunter region at its southern end to the Queensland border at its Northern end. Improvements are required to support the long-term viability of the connection as a key freight and interstate link.
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Challenge and improve construction cost estimating methods by enhancing data and ensuring process standardization. Improving construction cost estimating data and processes are central to significantly enhancing cost visibility and cost management. Robust Construction Cost Estimating Requirements: #1. Detailed line item estimating #2. Local market, current, verifiable and objective labor, material, equipment, and productivity data sets linked to granular construction tasks. #3.
Construction Placements
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Exciting Career Opportunities at Hill International for 2025 | Multiple Job openings Interested in a career at Hill International? Explore job openings and apply now to work on globally recognized construction projects. The post Exciting Career Opportunities at Hill International for 2025 | Multiple Job openings appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
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 Engineer Blog
DECEMBER 7, 2024
About the author The “Construction Planning and Scheduling” book was written by a very famous author -Jimmie W. Hinze. He is also the author of many best-sellers like “Construction Contract”, “Construction Safety” Description Construction Planning and Scheduling, Fourth Edition offers broad coverage of all major scheduling subjects.
Roads Online
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Image courtesy of the New South Wales Government. Smart motorway technology has been switched on, on the Western Distributor in Sydney, helping to deliver safer and more efficient journeys. The technology provides motorists with real-time digital information, including speed limit changes and safety messages, in response to congestion and incidents for a safer and more consistent journey.
In Eight
DECEMBER 9, 2024
[Scottsdale, AZ; December 10, 2024] InEight, a leader in construction project controls software, today announced the pursuit to authorize its InEight Document software solution with the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP). InEight Document delivers capabilities uniquely suited to the complexity and scale of public works and other projects funded by the U.S. government, so the FedRAMP authorization of the software will make available an important tool for efficient and co
Construction Placements
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Wrench Solutions Mega Hiring | Freshers & Experienced Engineers | Dec. 2024 | Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi | 18th Dec. 2024 Fresh engineering graduates, explore an opportunity at Wrench Solutions to kickstart a dynamic career in project management. Positions are open for civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers from the 2023 or 2024 batch, with placements in Chennai, Mumbai, and Delhi.
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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.
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Managing change orders for any size of repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build project, whether IPD, alliance job order contracting, DB, DBB, ‘et al’, simply requires a robust preconstruction process in most instances. A granular, well communciated (among owner and design/builders), well organized (using a standardized data architecture such as expanded CSI MasterFormat) DETAILED SCOPE OF WORK, eliminates of 90% of change orders.
Construction News
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Graham Harle is chief executive of consultancy Gleeds In January, I suggested that 2024 would be a year in which meaningful growth would be stifled by global political unrest thanks to 40 nations taking to the polls. I predicted economic stupefaction, projecting that lingering uncertainty… The post Could 2025 be the year construction moves from surviving to thriving?
Civil Engineer Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Scope of Sikadur Combiflex system This is a high performance joint sealing system for construction,expansion and connection joints as well as for cracks. When fixed to the joint, allows irregular and high movement in more than one direction, whilst maintaining a high quality seal. Advantages of Sikadur Combiflex system Extremely flexible Excellent adhesion to many […] The post Sealing Of Moveable Cracks And Joints With Sikadur Combiflex first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 9, 2024
This move follows AGMTs successful live certification testing event during NGAs GlassBuild America 2024 trade show. Photo Bigstock.com/IRStone The National Glass Association (NGA), provider of glass industry resources such as MyGlassClass.com, technical manuals, and industry events, is identifying new collaboration opportunities with the Architectural Glass and Metal Certification Council (AGMCC).
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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.
Prodyogi
DECEMBER 12, 2024
ERP is an Enterprise resource planning system, an integrated software tool for managing companies and businesses. Construction ERP is a type of ERP software developed and designed exclusively to meet the unique needs of construction businesses. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).
Construction News
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Story Contracting and M Group Services are among 30 contractors named on a bumper framework in the North West of England. The client, United Utilities, said the 500m minor works framework represents the regions largest proposed investment in water and wastewater infrastructure for more than… The post Story and M Group Services scoop spots on 500m water framework appeared first on Construction News.
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 11, 2024
A robust Facilities asset lifecycle management process is required to sustainably manage any building portfolio. The good news is that adapting to and implementing a facilities lifecycle management process is not difficult and frameworks are readily avaialable that can measurably reduce financial and environmental waste. Reach out learn… How to accelerate your facilities lifecycle management journey and move to data-driven decisionmaking.
Civil Engineer Blog
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Running a construction or building site takes a lot of work, but its something many people love to do. If youre running a construction site, you need to think about ways to make the day to day running of the site smoother. A lot of the time, this might involve hiring more workers, or dealing […] The post Crazy Reasons You Might Need On-site Storage Units first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
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.
PC Construction
DECEMBER 9, 2024
PC Construction is thrilled to announce the addition of Director of Business Development Lisa Beeler. Lisa brings a decade of business development and marketing experience in the AEC industry, most recently with Haley Ward. She is actively involved with the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce, AGC Maine, NEHES and Plan NH and serves on the boards for MEREDA and SMPS Northern New England.
Building Radar
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The role of a project manager is pivotal in ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the desired quality standards. To excel in this demanding field, construction project managers must possess a diverse set of skills that enable them to navigate complex challenges and lead their teams effectively. Integrating sales insights into your project planning process can significantly enhance these skills, ensuring that your projects are both profitable and successful.
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Alliance Job Order Contracting has multiple benefits over traditional JOC. While traditional JOC Programs use national average cost data and location factoring or pay “JOC Consultants” a percentage of total JOC construction volume, neither maximize the potential of Alliance Job Order Contracting. The older methods, while prevalent and arguable the ‘status quo, do not provide requisite levels of cost visibility and/or cost management.
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