Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
More than 76,000 spans should be replaced entirely, according to the American Road & Transportation Builders Association’s new analysis of DOT National Bridge Inventory data.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
$1 billion system will consist of more than 30 projects to improve efficacy of local water supplies St. George, Utah — Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has been selected as the Owner’s Advisor for the Washington County Regional Reuse Purification System. In this role, Stantec will work with the Washington County Water Conservancy District, City of St.
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The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
While women have not historically made up a majority of the construction workforce, Monica Wheaton, vice president of customer success, residential construction division for ECI Software Solutions, is hoping to change that. As an ambassador for the She Built Foundation, Wheaton recently collaborated with the Edmonds School District in Edmonds, Wash. to introduce young students to opportunities in the trades.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
A study of lessons to be learned from the cancellation of the northern legs of HS2 says that politicians are to blame for the spiralling costs, not engineers or the construction industry.
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Construction News
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Georgina Jones is deputy chief executive of charity SOS Silence of Suicide The new Labour government’s target of building 1.5 million homes over five years has been welcomed in many quarters, but what does this really mean for the welfare of construction workers in an… The post Homebuilding targets risk piling pressure on workers’ mental health appeared first on Construction News.
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Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The push to accelerate construction and a lack of maintenance on existing infrastructure and buildings are top concerns for structural engineers, a new survey found.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
By Luke Carothers Recently, there has been a push within the AEC industry—particularly within the United States—to shift our focus to new ways to adapt and reuse old buildings to fit new purposes. The term Adaptive Reuse has risen to prominence over recent years, and there has been no shortage of stunning and innovative examples of its deployment. While there is certainly nothing new within human history in terms of using an old building for a new purpose, our concept of how those spaces transfo
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
New innovations in off-site building construction have increased our ability to address the housing deficit currently plaguing the United States and Canada. Yet for the past decade, precut framing packages, panelized structural components, and volumetric modular construction combined have represented just 3% or less of new-home completions, according to U.S.
Construction Placements
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
BIS Recruitment 2024 for Consultants | 97 Posts | 27-09-2024 BIS Recruitment 2024 for Consultants with 97 Posts vacancies, last date to apply for this job is 27-09-2024 The post BIS Recruitment 2024 for Consultants | 97 Posts | 27-09-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
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Construction News
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Manufacturer Kingspan’s dishonest marketing created a “spurious” market for polymer-based insulation for use on high-rise buildings, according to the Grenfell Inquiry phase 2 report. Some of the harshest words in the report were aimed at the cladding manufacturers – Kingspan, Celotex and Arconic – whose… The post ‘Dishonest’: The verdict on Grenfell’s cladding manufacturers appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Energy secretary Ed Miliband is considering scrapping plans to use the Wylfa site in North Wales for a new large-scale nuclear power plant as well as the UK’s target of developing 24GW of nuclear capacity by 2050. The post Government considering scrapping Wylfa plans and 24GW nuclear capacity target appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Owners and developers added more projects to the queue in August, expecting stronger market conditions next year, per Dodge Construction Network.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Inspirational Image Installed with TurnKey Fusion Celebrates Jesse Owens NEW YORK, N.Y. — Jesse Owens raced to Olympic glory nearly 90 years ago, but his inspirational performance in Berlin in 1936 remains indelibly etched in the minds of Bendheim employees via a beautiful digitally printed backlit glass mural at the company’s headquarters in Wayne, N.J.
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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
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
As housing becomes more expensive, the amount homebuyers need to earn to afford to purchase a home also grows. According to housing market platform Redfin, homebuyers need to earn approximately $80,000 per year to afford the median-priced starter home, up 4.4% from last summer and only about $500 below the all-time high. That makes starter homes just barely affordable to families earning the median U.S. income, and unaffordable to families earning less than the median income.
Safety Services Company
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
In a rapidly changing industrial landscape, ensuring workplace safety is more crucial than ever. The Safety Leadership Conference 2024, which lasted from August 26-28 , was a transformative event for safety professionals across various sectors including manufacturing, construction, distribution, transportation, and utilities. This Safety Leadership conference is designed to equip safety leaders with the necessary tools and insights to foster safer work environments – and every year they succeed
Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
In today's competitive business landscape, establishing a personal brand is essential for standing out in the construction industry. Whether you're a contractor, architect, or engineer, cultivating a professional image differentiates you from competitors and fosters trust and credibility among clients and partners. The words "personal brand" are still somewhat controversial and carry an unfortunate cast of self-promotion and vanity.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 2, 2024
Up to £5.5bn of additional public money is being made available to the Sizewell C nuclear power plant to help achieve a final investment decision (FID) on the project, subject to a spending review. The post Sizewell C to receive up to a further £5.5bn of taxpayer cash appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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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. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The federal workplace watchdog took enforcement actions against Florida-based J.A. Croson, New Jersey's Asphalt Paving Systems and Balfour Beatty's U.S. infrastructure arm.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
ST. LOUIS – Originally built in 1937, the Vashon Community Center on the Harris-Stowe State University (HSSU) campus was a vital recreational hub for African Americans in St. Louis during the segregation era. Thanks to a $3 million renovation led by KAI Enterprises, this historic building has been transformed into the Don and Heide Wolff Jazz Institute and National Black Radio Hall of Fame, celebrating Black culture and diversity.
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The U.S. housing market has seen dramatic shifts over the past several months, with some markets seeing high demand from buyers because of it. To find out which U.S. cities are seeing the most interest from homebuyers, the ResiClub blog analyzed the sale-to-list ratio of the 250 largest U.S. metros and found that many homes in the Northeast are selling for more than the initial list price.
Construction News
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Failures at the top of government and among regulators allowed dangerous new forms of cladding onto the market, according to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry's second phase report. The report, published today (4 September) said that there were “serious and longstanding” failings at the highest level… The post ‘Serious and longstanding failures’: The role of government and regulators in Grenfell fire appeared first on Construction News.
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Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
If your company is experiencing rapid growth, you might find yourself navigating a good news/bad news situation: while your sales figures climb, managing cash flow becomes increasingly complex, pushing you to seek additional financing to meet the rising demand. Consider this scenario: A couple wanting to sell their house expresses interest in your remodeling service, presenting an exciting opportunity that could significantly elevate your construction business.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
A 60% increase in the number of jobs in nuclear in the UK in just 10 years has driven the sector to a record-breaking 86,908 jobs, according to the Nuclear Industry Association (NIA). The post New nuclear projects drive record-breaking 87,000 jobs in sector appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Messer’s Nick Proffitt sees burgeoning demand in the sector, which encompasses student housing, athletic and school buildings, medical centers and more.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
By Luke Carothers Steel City, the City of Bridges, Three River City—Pittsburgh has no shortage of nicknames, self-ascribed or otherwise. The city of Pittsburgh, PA is located at the meeting point of three rivers. Founded as Fort Pitt in 1758, the city and the people who live in it have developed a strong identity and rich culture. This identity and culture is writ large on the Steel City to this day.
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The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Higher costs are having an effect on the design of production homes. New research indicates where the pinch points are most intense.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
Former housing secretary Michael Gove has spoken out about his failed attempts to get Grenfell Tower materials suppliers to face the music.
Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
Image: bigbuild.vic.gov.au Melbourne’s West Gate Tunnel Project is nearing completion, as an extra lane on the M80 entry ramp begins construction to widen the West Gate Freeway from eight to 12 lanes. Starting from 9pm 6 September, until 5am Monday, 23 September, crews will undertake asphalting and other construction works on the ramp from the M80 Ring Road to the West Gate Freeway citybound.
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