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Data centers are next target for MasTec, CEO says

Construction Dive

While the specialty energy contractor reported a loss for its latest quarter, CEO José Mas said it will bid on $1 billion worth of work for the computing facilities going forward.

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The Evolution of Bridge Construction: Safer, Faster, Smarter

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Dan Straub, Civil Segment Manager at PERI USA Why Innovative Formwork Systems Are Key to Enhancing Bridge Construction Your daily commute likely takes you over heavily traveled bridges both large and small, whether you are in your own car or using public transportation. Each span provides crucial connectivity between communities in the region, allowing you to cross a major river, a small stream, or perhaps another roadway below.

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National Highways has no permits for road runoff pollution and fails environmental standards

New Civil Engineer

National Highways and other highways authorities in England have no permits in place for managing the pollutants which are washed off their roads, according to a scathing report from Stormwater Shepherds and the CIWEM (Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management). The post National Highways has no permits for road runoff pollution and fails environmental standards appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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10 Biggest Publicly Traded Home Builders Undeterred by High Mortgage Rates

The Pro Builder

10 Biggest Publicly Traded Home Builders Undeterred by High Mortgage Rates csweeney Fri, 05/10/2024 - 05:00 Together, the 10 biggest builders recorded 77,255 new homes in Q1 2024, an increase of more than 18% from Q1 2023 It turns out large U.S. home builders have been pretty resilient in the face of persistent challenges in the U.S. housing market, including a turbulent mortgage market characterized by several rate spikes.

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Boost Growth & Efficiency with a Unified Construction Software Platform

Silos of data and outdated systems can hold your business back. It is time to switch to a modern construction software solution designed for specialty contractors. CMiC provides a platform that simplifies operations, improves visibility, and boosts efficiency. It integrates workflows like job costing, resource planning, forecasting, and compliance control into one system.

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OSHA head calls on industry to embed safety in culture

Construction Dive

At a Wednesday event, Assistant Labor Secretary Doug Parker charged industry leaders with creating an environment that expects workers to speak up about hazards.

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Building your own GPT

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Kristin Kautz, CPSM From The Zweig Letter AI assistants empower personalized and effective support that will save time and money, and enhance creativity and quality. Building your own AI assistants or GPTs (generative pre-trained transformers) opens up new avenues for every role, title, job, and skill in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry.

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Survey Shows Confidence Drop in Multifamily Development in Q1 2024

The Pro Builder

Survey Shows Confidence Drop in Multifamily Development in Q1 2024 csweeney Fri, 05/10/2024 - 02:00 Current sentiment has NAHB projecting that multifamily starts will decrease by 28% during 2024 as developer activity slows While recent reports indicate construction for single-family homes is up, this doesn’t appear to be the case for multifamily development.

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Baltimore bridge rebuild expected to cost up to $1.9B

Construction Dive

The state of Maryland, which will soon receive a $350 million insurance payment, anticipates the new span’s completion in fall 2028.

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Hexagon acquires Xwatch to strengthen its construction safety portfolio

Civil + Structural Engineer

Hexagon, the global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software and autonomous technologies, today announced the acquisition of Xwatch Safety Solutions. Xwatch provides machine control hardware and software technologies designed to enhance safety protocols on construction sites. This includes height control, slew control, and rated capacity indication (RCI) for heavy machinery, allowing operators to limit an excavator’s height and set side boundaries to define a working

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A No-fuss Record-keeping Guide For Your Construction Business

Contractor Bookkeeping

Managing a hectic schedule and complex projects can be challenging if you're a contractor. You must also ensure that your paperwork, documents, and contracts are in order. It's essential to keep a paper trail of your work and practice due diligence. Keeping all your working documents in order shows that you treat your business, customers, and subcontractors responsibly.

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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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How Much Must American Renters Earn to Afford Average Rental Prices?

The Pro Builder

How Much Must American Renters Earn to Afford Average Rental Prices? csweeney Fri, 05/10/2024 - 03:00 US rents have increased 3.6% year-over-year, pushing the amount renters must earn to afford average rents to around $80K As rental rates in the U.S. continue to climb, a recent report from real estate marketplace platform Zillow shows that rental rates grew by 0.6% in April alone and by 3.6% year-over-year.

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Data centers boom again, boost construction planning

Construction Dive

A flood of these megprojects entered the planning queue, reversing a two-month streak of contraction, according to the Dodge Construction Network.

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WSP ACQUIRES AKF, EXPANDING ITS PROPERTY & BUILDINGS PRACTICE ACROSS THE U.S. NORTHEAST

Civil + Structural Engineer

MONTREAL — WSP Global Inc. (TSX: WSP) (“WSP” or the “Corporation”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of AKF Group LLC (“AKF”). Headquartered in New York City, AKF is a specialized mechanical, electrical, and plumbing firm that designs complex healthcare, science and technology, and mission-critical facilities. Its 365 professionals operate throughout the eastern U.S., with an additional complementary presence in Mexico.

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Sisk wins Moderna lab fit-out

The Construction Index

John Sisk has been selected by Moderna as its preferred bidder to fit-out of its new UK drug manufacturing facility at the Moderna Innovation & Technology Centre (MITC) on the Harwell Science Campus in Oxfordshire.

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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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Mortgage Rate Declines Could Boost Home Sales Following Months of Low Activity

The Pro Builder

Mortgage Rate Declines Could Boost Home Sales Following Months of Low Activity csweeney Fri, 05/10/2024 - 01:00 Encouraging economic news bumped mortgage applications up by 2.6% for the week ending May 3 Over the past couple of months, home sales fell as both asking prices and mortgage rates remained stubbornly elevated. The median U.S. monthly housing payment reached an all-time high of $2,894 during the four weeks ending May 5, a 14% increase from a year earlier.

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Successful contractors don’t fight change. They embrace it.

Construction Dive

Know when it’s time to look beyond a “that’s how things have always been done” mentality, writes consultant Matt Verderamo.

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Adair County Awarded Preserve Missouri 2024 Project of the Year Project with Veregy

Civil + Structural Engineer

St. Louis, Missouri – In a significant acknowledgment of its groundbreaking efforts in sustainability and economic efficiency, Adair County, in partnership with energy and sustainability frontrunner Veregy, proudly reveals its distinction as the Missouri Preservation 2024 Project of the Year in the Institutional/Civic Building Restoration category.

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Construction Industry Trends: April 2024 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.

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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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Mace restructures to observe corporate governance code

The Construction Index

Mace is splitting its chair and chief executive roles and adding a raft of non-executive directors to its board to observe UK corporate best practice.

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Construction Safety Week 2024 focuses on fall prevention

Construction Dive

In the 10th year of the annual event, contractors will stand down with OSHA to highlight hazards associated with working at heights.

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KPA Flex Software Enhances Construction Safety and Compliance with Advanced Features

Civil + Structural Engineer

WESTMINSTER, Colo. — KPA , a leading provider of Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance solutions, announced the release of new features in the KPA Flex software platform that are specifically tailored for construction safety programs to streamline efficiency, increase real-time visibility, and foster a robust safety culture. To achieve better visibility into construction compliance, KPA Flex enables users to capture insights in the field through mobile and then provides rea

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40 years of the Thames Barrier: Protecting London from flooding until 2070

New Civil Engineer

The iconic Thames Barrier is celebrating the 40th anniversary of coming into operation while the Environment Agency is exploring how it will protect London from flooding from the Thames Estuary for the next 40 years. The post 40 years of the Thames Barrier: Protecting London from flooding until 2070 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Scalable ERP Tailored for Small to Mid-Sized Construction Firms

Built for the construction industry, CMiC’s ERP delivers unified solutions to empower small to mid-sized firms. Consolidate project management, cost tracking, and team collaboration into one seamless platform. With tools that adapt to your business needs, CMiC simplifies communication between the office and field, ensuring greater efficiency and reduced risk.

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Construction PMI hits 14-month high

The Construction Index

UK construction activity grew last month at its fastest rate for more than a year, according to the latest monthly survey of purchasing managers.

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Jacobs bullish on transportation, water, energy work

Construction Dive

Bob Pragada, chief of the Dallas-based contractor, hinted at more news in the semiconductor and data center space coming in the second half of 2024.

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McCarthy Completes New Port of Beaumont Main Street Terminal

Civil + Structural Engineer

New roll on/roll off terminal will increase cargo capacity by 15% BEAUMONT, Texas – McCarthy Building Companies has completed construction on Port of Beaumont’s Main Street Terminal 1. The project included demolition of a failed dock structure and construction of a new state-of-the-art general cargo dock. The location of Port of Beaumont along the Texas Gulf Coast makes it the number one strategic military port in the country.

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$1.9B transport boost announced for NSW

Roads Online

Image courtesy of the New South Wales Government. The Federal Government has announced a $1.9 billion investment to support the delivery of future and on-going transport projects across Sydney’s west. The new funding will provide a boost for one of the nation’s fastest growing regions. This will include $500 million for Mamre Road Stage Two. This is on top of the $253.6 million already allocated by the State Government for the first stage of the project. $500 million has also been committe

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.

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Remedial costs mount Rydon

The Construction Index

Grenfell tower refurbishment contractor Rydon has spent more than £19m to date replacing flammable cladding that it has put up on high-rise buildings.

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Abandonments tick down, but more builds are being mothballed

Construction Dive

For public projects specifically, the abandonment reading is now lower than at any time since late January, according to ConstructConnect data.

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HS2 | Government expected to announce over £1bn funding for Euston tunnels

New Civil Engineer

The government is expected to confirm over £1bn of public funding to construct the 7.2km High Speed 2 (HS2) tunnels between Old Oak Common and Euston. The post HS2 | Government expected to announce over £1bn funding for Euston tunnels appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Balfour scoops Rolls-Royce nuclear sub plant expansion job

Construction News

Rolls-Royce has appointed Balfour Beatty as construction partner to double the size of an industrial complex used for key components of nuclear attack submarines. The aerospace and defence manufacturer selected the contractor to deliver expansion of its Raynesway site in Derby in line with increased… The post Balfour scoops Rolls-Royce nuclear sub plant expansion job appeared first on Construction News.

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The Art of Contingency Planning: Dealing with Unforeseen Costs

Contingency planning is a strategic plan to allocate resources, time, and money if “all hell breaks loose” on a project. It considers risk mitigation and planning for a worst-case scenario.  Contingency planning in construction is necessary. You're expected to throw in a percentage to cover a contingency plan in your estimates but is it enough? There is an art to this type of planning and, if project leaders aren’t careful, a contingency plan could cost the company a lot more than lapsed deadlin