Construction Dive
MAY 22, 2024
To capitalize on the CHIPS and Science Act and other federal funding, the agency has called on the industry to invest in equitable hiring practices and supportive services.
The Pro Builder
MAY 23, 2024
Younger Generations Would Like to Own a Home, Boomers Say They’d Rather Rent csweeney Thu, 05/23/2024 - 12:57 Report shows Baby Boomers enjoy freedoms provided to them by renting versus owning a home Members of Generation Z and Millenials are hoping to become homeowners, with a recent report showing 70% of current renters are worried about not being able to invest in their future due to current housing market conditions.
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The Pro Builder
MAY 23, 2024
Proof That Career and Technical Education Programs Are Gaining Popularity csweeney Thu, 05/23/2024 - 10:58 In keeping with a wider national trend, data show an 18% increase in Colorado high schoolers participating in career and technical education programs In a show of optimism for the construction industry and skilled trades, an apprenticeship school in Colorado Springs, Colo., is seeing heightened enrollment numbers following the high school graduation season, KOAA News 5 reports.
The Pro Builder
MAY 23, 2024
Zillow’s New AI Tool Aims to Promote Fair Housing Practices csweeney Thu, 05/23/2024 - 12:48 57% of Americans say they still face discrimination despite nondiscriminatory housing laws; this new tool acts as a protective measure With the goal of promoting nondiscriminatory policies in housing, online real-estate marketplace Zillow has released its Fair Housing Classifier.
Speaker: Dylan Secrest, Founder of Alamo Innovation and Construction Digital Transformation Consultant
Construction payment workflows are notoriously complex when you consider juggling multiple stakeholders, compliance requirements, and evolving project scopes. Delays in approvals or misaligned data between budgets, lien waivers, and pay applications can grind progress to a halt. The good news? It doesn't have to be this way! Join expert Dylan Secrest to discover how leading contractors are turning payment chaos into clarity using digital workflows, integrated systems, and automation strategies.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 22, 2024
By Jeremy Clarke , Director, Executive Search & Recruitment, Zweig Group From The Zweig Letter Focus your firm’s retention strategy on offering meaningful benefits that are in alignment with core human needs. Here’s a quote to help provoke some mental stimulation: “People want to want more than they want to have, and so the shallow satisfaction of having is always replaced by more wanting.
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AEC Business
MAY 18, 2024
Buildots, an AI construction technology company, has introduced its new Delay Forecast feature. This tool leverages AI to predict potential delay risks and alerts construction teams about pace issues, enabling them to address these problems proactively before they escalate. The feature provides detailed, activity-level insights into the root causes of delays, helping project managers continuously […] The post Buildots’ Latest AI Feature to Combat Construction Delays appeared first on
Construction Dive
MAY 23, 2024
As summer begins, some states prevent cities from mandating water breaks. Still, there are commonsense practices to protect workers from soaring temperatures.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 20, 2024
As technology becomes more advanced and sophisticated in transportation, a new trend is emerging: the need for electrical engineering. Despite being fewer in number compared to civil engineers, the role of electrical engineers in transportation is becoming more prominent, and DRMP is at the forefront. The presence of electrical engineers in the transportation sector is not just important, it’s crucial.
The Pro Builder
MAY 23, 2024
Apprenticeship School in Colorado Sees Enrollment Numbers Increase as CTE Programs Gain Popularity csweeney Thu, 05/23/2024 - 10:58 In keeping with a wider national trend, data show an 18% increase in Colorado high schoolers participating in career and technical education programs In a show of optimism for the construction industry and skilled trades, an apprenticeship school in Colorado Springs, Colo., is seeing heightened enrollment numbers following the high school graduation season, KOAA New
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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.
AEC Business
MAY 19, 2024
In this episode of the AEC Business Podcast, Hanna Backman, the Chief Commercial Officer at Flow Modules, discussed the innovative Sitefactory concept with Aarni Heiskanen. By offering a comprehensive solution for residential construction projects, Flow Modules is paving the way for a more streamlined and effective home-building approach. Prefabrication Flow Modules is a Finnish industrialized […] The post Fast Track Construction: How Sitefactory is Changing the Game appeared first on AEC
Construction Dive
MAY 21, 2024
There are key ways to de-risk multibillion-dollar jobs like the Gateway Program in New York and New Jersey, according to panelists at a recent webinar.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 21, 2024
JACKSON, Miss. – Neel-Schaffer is excited to announce Craig Wyatt, PE, as the new Florida Panhandle Area Manager. With nearly two decades of experience in transportation engineering and inspection, with a focus on state transportation projects, Craig brings extensive expertise to his new role. He will lead all Florida Panhandle operations and business development efforts, based in the firm’s Chipley Office.
The Pro Builder
MAY 21, 2024
Go Beyond Traditional Enforcement Methods and Put Employees First to Really Build a Culture of Safety csweeney Tue, 05/21/2024 - 12:36 Why focusing on relationship-building and employee engagement is more effective for promoting jobsite safety Building a culture around safety is an important component in the success of a jobsite, and according to Occupational Health & Safety, company leaders can prioritize this by emphasizing the human aspect of jobsite safety.
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.
AEC Business
MAY 23, 2024
Eric Olson, CMO at Quickbase, is Aarni Heiskanen’s guest in this episode of the AEC Business podcast discussing “Gray Work.” It is the work done in ad-hoc solutions to make do and get by when your technology doesn’t work for you. It is in systems that aren’t connected, built on the fly, and not conducive […] The post Gray Work – When Technology Doesn’t Work for You appeared first on AEC Business.
Construction Dive
MAY 23, 2024
Elon Musk reportedly fired the director of infrastructure for the firm’s facility in Austin, Texas. Finding a replacement could prove tough, even as more firms enter the space.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 21, 2024
Fort Worth, Texas — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces the promotion of Justin Reeves, PE, LEED AP, vice president, to North Texas infrastructure business group director. With an engineering background that spans more than two decades, Reeves has served in technical and management roles for water and wastewater treatment planning; pipeline modeling, planning, design, construction and management; and rehabilitation and design of roadway and drainage systems. “I exten
CCR Magazine
MAY 24, 2024
In the heart of Punjab, India, stands a monument to progress and innovation in the energy sector – the Guru Gobind Singh Refinery. This landmark project, completed in 2012, exemplifies the commitment of Del Mar Energy to advancing the oil and gas industry while fostering economic growth and energy security in India. Project Overview The Guru Gobind Singh Refinery, located in Bathinda, Punjab, is a testament to Del Mar Energy’s expertise in executing complex energy infrastructure projects.
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.
Contractor Bookkeeping
MAY 24, 2024
The power of effective bookkeeping using QuickBooks Desktop - plus an Important Update from Intuit. Keeping track of sales, earnings, expenses, and purchases is fundamental to your construction business's overall health and sustainability. Effective bookkeeping produces the data you need to evaluate your current practices, anticipate challenges, and set attainable future goals.
Construction Dive
MAY 22, 2024
The two-phase, double-track project improves safety for riders and reduces travel times between Michigan City, Indiana, and Chicago.
The Construction Index
MAY 23, 2024
Latest member survey from the Royal Institute of British Architects suggests confidence is returning to the profession.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 23, 2024
Overhead pylons and powerlines are essential for the energy transition as they are the least environmentally impactful and most affordable way of transmitting electricity, according to National Grid. The post National Grid ‘not lattice steel junkies’ but needs above ground transmission infrastructure appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Speaker: Claire Grosjean, Global Finance & Operations Executive
Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.
The Pro Builder
MAY 24, 2024
Why Down Payments Are Now Nearly 14% Higher Than in 2020 csweeney Fri, 05/24/2024 - 12:46 The average down payment in Q1 2024 is high, but it’s still lower than the peak seen in Q4 2023 With home prices continuing to rise, so is the amount Americans are spending on down payments. According to housing data tracker Realtor.com, the average down payment for a median-priced home rose by about 13.6% from 2020 to the first quarter of 2024, putting today’s average down payment at $26,400, which is an i
Construction Dive
MAY 22, 2024
The New York City-based contractor has committed to making its vehicle fleet electric by 2028 while piloting low-emission equipment on various projects.
The Construction Index
MAY 23, 2024
The official Grenfell Tower Inquiry will publish its phase 2 report on Wednesday 4th September 2024.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 21, 2024
Hawthorne, N.J. : Barbara Jackson, Ph.D., FDBIA, CEO and president of Barbara Jackson LLC, is the keynote speaker for the opening plenary session at DFI’s 49th Annual Conference on Deep Foundations (DFI49). The international conference is being held October 7–10, at Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado. Her presentation is titled “Shifting from Order Takers to Value Generators — Proactively Evolving Our Role as Professionals & Service Providers.
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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.
The Pro Builder
MAY 24, 2024
Median US Home Prices Hit Record High csweeney Fri, 05/24/2024 - 13:00 Home prices are causing sales to stagnate despite dip in mortgage rates Median home prices in the U.S. have hit a new record high. According to housing market platform Redfin, the median home price reached $387,000 during the four weeks ending May 19. This is an increase of approximately 4% from the same time last year.
Construction Dive
MAY 20, 2024
The software giant, which previously committed $1 billion to the project, has increased its promised expenditure amid a surge of data center activity.
Build LLC Blog
MAY 20, 2024
BUILD sits down with Donald King to discuss his Nehemiah Initiative, community-driven design, gentrification, and the importance of the Black church. The post Race, Religion and Real Estate: A Conversation with Donald King appeared first on BUILD Blog.
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