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DfMA Approach to Mass Timber Design: Engineering a Greener Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

By: Ricardo Brites , Director of Engineering & VDC at Mercer Mass Timber Imagine your projects being more precise, efficient, and sustainable? Its the engineers toolkit for smarter, more sustainable structures. By minimizing the number of components and optimizing materials, engineers can reduce waste by up to 51%.

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The Role of Geotechnical Engineering in Infrastructure Development

Prodyogi

Geotechnical engineering is a crucial branch of civil engineering that deals with the engineering behavior of earth materials. From skyscrapers to bridges, tunnels to dams, geotechnical engineers ensure that structures are built on stable ground and can withstand the forces of nature. (

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Engineers pull-off 220m HS2 viaduct slide in 3 days

Construction Enquirer

HS2 engineers have completed a three-day operation to slide the 1,300-tonne deck of the Lower Thorpe viaduct into position near Thorpe Mandeville in West Northamptonshire. The 220m-long structure is the last of five “double composite” viaducts on the central section of HS2 to be installed using the technique.

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Competition watchdog turns attention to civil engineering

Construction Enquirer

The study will examine opportunities to improve how the public sector and civil engineers work together. Examining any changes needed to the way this ecosystem operates to best incentivise and support civil engineering firms to deliver public roads and railways in a way that best delivers UK productivity and growth.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs.

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Latitude 33 Planning & Engineering Celebrates Grand Opening of City of San Diego Fire Station 52 at Torrey Pines

Civil + Structural Engineer

Project Demonstrates Latitude 33’s Expertise in Civil Engineering Unique Needs of Fire Stations Videos of Ribbon Cutting speakers available here. Sean Drake, PE, QSD, Associate at Latitude 33 Planning & Engineering, says, “It’s humbling to think about the history of this specific fire station and what it means to this community.

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New boss at Eric Wright Civil Engineering

Construction Enquirer

Eric Wright Civil Engineering has promoted Gavin Hulme to managing director, replacing Diane Bourne who is stepping down after 15 years at the helm. A Chartered Civil Engineer, he brings nearly 30 years’ industry experience to the top job.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward.