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AUGUST 25, 2023

This summer’s extreme temperatures are having an impact on more than just worker safety, readers told Construction Dive.

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AUGUST 23, 2023

The Port of Long Beach Community Grants Program is accepting proposals from government agencies and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to fund large, impactful environmental projects at the area’s existing and future public parks and open spaces. This solicitation, which at $7 million is the highest amount offered to date, represents a unique opportunity to fund proposals capable of achieving substantially greater environmental benefits in the neighborhoods most affected by Port operations.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 19, 2023

To Meet Current Challenges and Future Needs, We Need to Reinvent Home Building ibush Sat, 08/19/2023 - 08:15 The pandemic rocked traditional rules and roles for work and home and reset expectations. Now it’s time for fresh solutions in the housing industry and home design Susan Yashinsky The COVID-19 pandemic was a moment in human history that opened our eyes to how quickly events can influence lifestyles.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 24, 2023

Ilke Homes collapsed owing £320m. The scale of the modular house builder’s debts can be revealed after the Enquirer saw a statement of proposals issued to creditors by administrator AlixPartners. Ilke went into administration in June after running out of money and failing to find a buyer for the business. Money owed to unsecured creditors was £249m with the vast majority – £226m – made up of inter-company debts associated with losses suffered by equity investors.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 25, 2023

Lacey V. Murrow Memorial Bridge in Seattle and the Route I‐678 span over Flushing Bay Promenade in New York City were newly downgraded, but the American Road and Transportation Builders Association said states are still not making full use of federal funding.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 23, 2023

EEBA Launches New Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation qpurcell Wed, 08/23/2023 - 09:54 The Energy & Environmental Building Alliance (EEBA) Academy has released a new training course for those interested in pursuing a Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation. This designation will cover the compelling trends in codes, standards, and voluntary programs that will drive interest and future requirements for accounting of both the operational and embodied carbon of the materials

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 25, 2023

Bradford based M&E specialist H Mitton has filed a notice of intention to appoint an administrator. Notices have also been served on group companies Mitton Mechanical Services, Mitton Electrical Services and Mitton Aftercare. Latest accounts filed at Companies House show the H Mitton group had a turnover of for the year to January 27 2022 of £33.7m generating a pre-tax profit of £583,000 while employing 312 staff.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 24, 2023

As the industry ramps up outreach, the number of computer and data science majors applying to construction jobs have doubled, according to a new report.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 22, 2023

Hawthorne, N.J. : DFI Educational Trust has awarded five Women in Deep Foundations (WiDF) Professional Development Grants of $1,750 each to women working in the deep foundations industry. The recipients are invited to attend DFI’s 48th Annual Conference in Seattle, October 31-November 3. The grant includes complimentary conference registration and covers related expenses for attending the conference.

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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.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 25, 2023

University of Michigan Researchers Unveil Sustainable 3D Printing Material ldeakins Fri, 08/25/2023 - 10:13 Researchers from the Digital Architecture Research & Technology (DART) Laboratory at Michigan State University have developed an eco-friendly 3D printing material made from sawdust Researchers at the University of Michigan Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning’s Digital Architecture Research & Technology (DART) Laboratory have developed a recyclable alternative to concrete bui

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 24, 2023

Derbyshire-based Collins Earthworks saw pre-tax profits nosedive to £4.7m from £16.8m previously as costs soared in the year to November 2022. The firm blamed the removal of the red diesel rebate in the face of rapidly rising fuel costs. Revenue at the business edged up 5% to £113m in the year while staff levels also jumped by nearly a third to 400.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 24, 2023

The rocket pad project, which will play a role in the agency's mission to put people back on the moon, has faced delays and cost overruns.

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AUGUST 23, 2023

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia — The Water Research Foundation (WRF) has selected WSP USA, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy, to lead a new study aimed at addressing the current challenges that global water utilities of all sizes are facing. The project team brings together experts from across WSP’s global footprint and includes Deltares, a not-for-profit Dutch and U.S.

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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

AUGUST 25, 2023

Instead of ROI, This Public Housing Project Is Focused on the Public Good ldeakins Fri, 08/25/2023 - 10:21 A federal housing program in Montgomery County, Md. recently unveiled The Laureate, an affordable apartment complex that houses those making less than the area’s median income Montgomery County, Md., like so many other housing markets across the U.S., faces a worsening housing crisis characterized by soaring prices and limited supply.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 24, 2023

Plans for a £2.1bn subsea 2GW power link between Peterhead in Scotland and Drax in England have gained full onshore and offshore development consent. The Eastern Green Link 2 project will see the longest high-voltage direct current cable in the UK and is the country’s single largest electricity transmission project ever. Work can now start on the five-year-long mega project next year.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 23, 2023

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

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AUGUST 23, 2023

NEW YORK, N.Y. — Bendheim announces the public launch of “ Building a Clear Future ,” a comprehensive initiative to advance sustainability in every aspect of its operations. “Sustainability is a 360-degree, 365-day-a-year mindset, and this program is designed accordingly,” noted Bendheim President Donald Jayson. “We are going far beyond a product-by-product approach to build a long-term culture of sustainability at Bendheim.

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Construction Management

The Pro Builder

AUGUST 25, 2023

Cheyenne Receives $4.6 Million in Funding for Community Development ldeakins Fri, 08/25/2023 - 10:30 Wyoming's capital city is investing in career development, education, and new housing projects with the help of $4.6 million in grant funding from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines The Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines publicly announced $4.6 million in grant funding to nonprofits and government agencies across Wyoming Thursday morning.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 25, 2023

Embrace Building Wraps has installed an eye-catching printed scaffold banner installation at Oxford Circus for client IKEA. The printed wrap is designed to look like the iconic IKEA Frakta shopping bag and covers scaffolding during works by main contractor McLaren to transform the former Topshop building into a new store for the Swedish furniture giant.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 23, 2023

The $4 million project at Fisk University will help house students while a new residence hall is under construction.

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AUGUST 22, 2023

NEW YORK — Christi Byrd has been named national business line leader for Advisory at WSP USA, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy. In her new role, Byrd will lead the continued expansion and success of the Advisory practice, which has more than 300 team members nationwide, with a future-forward focus on growing services and deepening client relationships in transportation, buildings, energy, water and environment.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 24, 2023

2023 Isn't Turning Out to Be Nearly as Tough as Home Builders Expected ibush Thu, 08/24/2023 - 06:00 So far, the first six months of 2023 have far exceeded home builders’ expectations The economic landscape for home building in 2022, which was characterized by the Fed's efforts to fight inflation with monetary policies, rapidly increasing construction material and labor costs, supply chain issues, skilled labor shortages, and anticipation of an economic recession during the first half of 2023, s

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 20, 2023

Sisk has promoted Steven McGee to a new expanded role as chief operating officer for both Ireland and UK businesses, having joined the group just over 12 months ago from ISG where he was London MD. McGee presently COO of Ireland will continue to lead Sisk’s Irish business as well as taking on leadership of Sisk’s operations in construction, civil engineering and rail across the UK.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 23, 2023

Beyond better collaboration and time savings on projects, gains show up in builders’ bottom lines, writes a Rochester, New York, construction executive.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 22, 2023

DENVER, CO – Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is pleased to welcome Alex Kosis back to the firm as an Associate Principal, bolstering our expertise in building enclosure engineering consulting and sustainable building practices. He joins SGH’s Building Technology group from Denver, Colorado, partnering closely with SGH colleagues in the San Francisco Bay Area; Chicago, Illinois; and throughout the United States.

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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.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 24, 2023

How Much Space Could the Average Rent Cover if It Were a Mortgage Payment? ldeakins Thu, 08/24/2023 - 11:02 A recent study reveals how much space the average rent could afford in the nation's 100 largest cities if it went toward a mortgage payment instead Not only are rents hovering near record highs in a number of costly housing markets, but with interest rates on 30-year fixed-rate mortgages at 20-year highs, both renters and buyers are feeling the sting of inflated monthly payments.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 24, 2023

Kier has secured the job to redevelopment of Oak Academy in Bournemouth with a new 900-place secondary school. The £28m new campus projects will replace the existing buildings on site, have a more concise and efficient layout and improved facilities to cover sport, music, drama and SEND provision. Mark Norris, operations director at Kier Construction London & Southern, said: “This innovative net zero carbon in operation project will combine improved facilities under one roof, making more eff

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 23, 2023

The country’s business environment is a boon for enterprising construction technology firms, but it leaves little room to grow once a company is up and running, experts say.

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