Construction Dive

JULY 2, 2024

Released this morning, the standard would require employers to provide water and rest breaks when high heat creates a hazardous work environment.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 2, 2024

It's no secret that home prices have soared during the past few years, so much so that, according to the April 2024 Case-Shiller house price index released on June 25, the seasonally adjusted National Index (SA) was reported as being 73% above the housing-bubble peak we saw in 2006. However, insight from the Calculated Risk blog points out the importance of looking at house prices in "real terms," that is, their relative price over time.

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Prodyogi

JULY 3, 2024

Good timber is essential for construction due to its strength, durability, and aesthetic appeal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); This article explains in detail the main characteristics and qualities of timber that we need to look for while choosing timber for engineering or construction purposes. 1.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 3, 2024

Runoff ponds used for water and pollution management around the M25 may be full of hazardous waste as National Highways is unable to identify when they were last cleaned. The post M25 runoff ponds possibly full of hazardous waste due to National Highways ‘avoiding liabilities’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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.

Construction Equipment

BDC Network

JULY 1, 2024

Mastering office layouts: 5 primary models for maximum efficiency and productivity 0 qpurcell Mon, 07/01/2024 - 12:10 Office Buildings When laying out an office, there are many factors to consider. It’s important to maximize the space, but it’s equally important to make sure the design allows employees to work efficiently. Kelly Shields, LEED AP, Senior Architectural Graduate Office Buildings Designers Architects Lists When laying out an office , there are many factors to consider.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 4, 2024

With high mortgage rates and limited inventory keeping home prices up, the current housing market can be tricky to navigate. Real estate data platform CoreLogic put together a list of 10 key points buyers, investors, and other industry professionals should know about the current housing market in order to understand the direction it's headed. Key points include: low mortgage delinquency rates, the rising debt-to-income ratio of current homebuyers; low inventory driving prices up; a strong r

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 1, 2024

IMAGINiT Technologies Every business is unique, so when it comes to digital transformation, the journey is different for every organization. The good news is that technologies like cloud computing now enable small and medium companies to adopt new capabilities that used to only be accessible to large enterprises with big IT budgets. There are several reasons why businesses of all sizes are forging ahead with digital transformation: Competitive advantage.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 4, 2024

Government work to justify classifying nuclear energy generation as “environmentally sustainable” cannot be produced as it is incomplete, despite ex-chancellor Jeremy Hunt making the announcement in the 2023 Spring Budget, NCE can reveal. The post Work to show nuclear ‘environmentally sustainable’ incomplete, 16 months after government announcement appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Dive

JULY 3, 2024

Aaron Anderson, the director of innovation for Swinerton, dishes on the tech and the tools the firm uses to stay competitive.

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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.

Construction Management

The Pro Builder

JULY 2, 2024

High home prices have had a major impact on the housing market, and rising home insurance costs are not helping. According to recent insight from the ResiClub blog, the average U.S. home insurance premium rate rose by 11.3% in 2023. Comparatively, in 2022, insurance premiums increased by 6.6%. Home insurance premiums increased the most in Gulf states, such as Texas and Florida, due to higher climate risk.

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The Construction Index

JULY 4, 2024

ISG has been named main contractor for a project to turn Coventry’s empty Ikea store into an art gallery and cultural centre.

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Construction News

JULY 5, 2024

Suzannah Nichol is chief executive of Build UK Homes and infrastructure have been at the heart of manifestos and debates over the past six weeks, and Labour, the party that promised to ‘turbocharge’ housebuilding, is now in power with all eyes watching to see those… The post How Labour can keep its manifesto promise to power up construction appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Dive

JULY 1, 2024

Fall protection equipment is vital for protecting individuals working at heights. To ensure the equipment works efficiently and is in excellent condition, you must have your fall protection equipment inspected annually.

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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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The Pro Builder

JULY 3, 2024

As home prices in major cities only continue to increase, there is a growing trend of young people moving to the suburbs. According to a report from storage marketing platform StorageCafe, suburban areas across the U.S. are now growing faster than major cities. This is largely due to the high cost of living compounded with hybrid and remote work trends allowing people to move further from city centers.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 3, 2024

Candidates running for the South Basildon and East Thurrock constituency, which includes the site of the northern part of the planned Lower Thames Crossing, have expressed opposition to the road scheme. The post Lower Thames Crossing opposed by local parliamentary candidates appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 5, 2024

Learn how this builder is constructing net zero energy ready, affordable workforce housing. Lake City, Colo. — Join Green Builder Media on Wednesday, July 17 at 2:00 ET for a free webinar on building net zero energy ready homes at an affordable pricepoint. Howard Building Science is building beautiful net zero energy ready homes in Granite Falls, N.C., for around $200,000.

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Construction Dive

JULY 1, 2024

The firm said it's adjusting the pace of its investments but remains confident the facility will play an important role in its operations.

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Construction Management

The Pro Builder

JULY 5, 2024

Owning the highest share of homes in the U.S., Baby Boomers have a major impact on the housing market. Citing information from the National Association of Realtors, GoBankingRates reports Baby Boomers accounted for 53% of sellers and 39% of buyers between July 2021 and June 2022. Comparatively, Millennials only accounted for 28% of buyers and 18% of sellers during the same period.

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Prodyogi

JULY 4, 2024

In civil engineering, accurate measurements are essential. Surveying, a key part of this field, involves measuring and mapping the environment to help plan and build infrastructure. Engineers need to measure land dimensions, calculate material volumes, and determine angles for proper alignment. This requires using various units and conversion methods to ensure everything is precise.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 4, 2024

North American firm helps with stabilization effort on lighthouse staircase Cintec North America announces its Cementitious Grout Anchors were used in a project for the stabilization of the deteriorating staircase in the Morris Island Lighthouse, located on Morris Island, South Carolina. The lighthouse was opened in 1876 and decommissioned in 1962.

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Construction Dive

JULY 2, 2024

Outlays for commercial builds faltered in May as those for civil projects rose again, propelling the overall nonresidential sector to a 6.2% gain for the year.

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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.

Construction Equipment

The Pro Builder

JULY 5, 2024

Mortgage rate hikes don't appear to be slowing down. According to financial services company Intercontinental Exchange’s (ICE) July 2024 Mortgage Monitor Report, there has been a significant shift to higher average rates. As of May 2024, 24% of homeowners have mortgage rates of 5% or higher, compared with two years ago when nine out of 10 had rates below 5%.

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AEC Business

JULY 3, 2024

A new student housing project at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, uses cutting-edge AI technology to enhance construction efficiency. Juneau Construction Company and Buildots have announced their collaboration on the Hub Knoxville project, which will provide nearly 2,000 beds for students. Using AI for Better Construction Management The Buildots platform uses 360-degree cameras to capture […] The post AI-Powered Construction Management at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville appea

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 4, 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C.– Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, announced the opening of its newest collection in its sought-after Griffith Lakes master-planned community in Charlotte, North Carolina. Griffith Lakes – Waterstone Collection offers picturesque wooded and lake-view home sites with pricing starting in the upper $500,000s.

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Construction Dive

JULY 1, 2024

The Dallas-based contractor will provide engineering, procurement and construction management services for additional work at the site following its initial phase, which began in 2021.

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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.

Construction Management

The Pro Builder

JULY 5, 2024

While the construction industry has been facing an ongoing labor shortage, job openings were flat month-over-month. According to analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data by Construction Dive, there were 339,000 open construction jobs at the end of May, a decrease of 2,000, or about 0.6%, from the month prior. As of May 2024, 4% of construction jobs were unfilled, down from 4.5% year-over-year.

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The Construction Index

JULY 5, 2024

For those who still have an appetite for 2024 general election news and views, here is a collection of comments received since the Labour Party was confirmed as having secured a stonking parliamentary majority.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 3, 2024

Corning Museum of Glass to Display Groundbreaking Glass Bridge, Designed by an International Team of Experts Led by Dr. Masoud Akbarzadeh at the University of Pennsylvania Ultra-thin, High Performance Glass Structure Made of Hollow Glass Units Showcases Low Impact Construction and Carbon Emissions Corning, NY —The Corning Museum of Glass (CMoG) today announced that it will exhibit Glass Bridge, a prototype of an ultra-thin high-performance glass structure, designed by a team led by Principal I

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