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3 infrastructure trends for 2024

Construction Dive

The civil sector will confront a shifting regulatory landscape, burgeoning digitalization and evolving procurement norms this year.

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40+ Fresh Product Releases You Should Know in January

Autodesk Construction Cloud

At Autodesk, our goal is to help your teams work faster and smarter all year long. This month, we have 40+ product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud , including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, and Assemble. And because your time is valuable, we don't need you to sweat the details. Click below to get the key info you need to know: Autodesk Construction Cloud Platform Autodesk Build Autodesk BIM Collaborate Autodesk Takeoff BuildingConnected

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Gilbane breaks ground on $550M Philadelphia Amtrak station

Construction Dive

The aging William H. Gray III 30th Street Station is one of the busiest intercity passenger railroad facilities in the U.S.

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US DOT Approves $2.5B for Vegas-to-California High-Speed Rail

ENR Construction

Private-equity bonds would boost 218-mile Brightline West project that is expected to break ground early next year.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.

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Maryland DOT settles suit for paying a man less than women in same job

Construction Dive

The state agency that oversees highway construction will give the worker $40,000 and a raise to bring his salary in line with his women counterparts.

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US hotel openings to watch in 2024

Construction Dive

From luxury beachside resorts to sustainable buildings, here are the projects that will drive the hospitality industry this year.

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Contractor Tames Pair of High-Rises at the Same Time

ENR Construction

Working just three blocks apart in Phoenix’s burgeoning downtown Central Avenue corridor, Layton Construction Co. teams are simultaneously completing two high-rise projects that will collectively add almost 2.5 million sq ft of mixed-use residential, student housing, office and retail space.

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Big-D Construction appoints Midwest president

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Maui Wildfire Cleanup Advances to Debris Removal Phase

ENR Construction

Crews working for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are removing wildfire debris to a temporary disposition site.

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The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth

Take your construction business to the next level with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Whether you're managing seasonal cash flow challenges, dealing with unexpected equipment repairs, or planning to scale your operations, securing the right funding is essential for success. This guide explores a range of fast and flexible financing options tailored for construction businesses.

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Clayco’s new St. Louis president pivots from furniture industry to construction

Construction Dive

Former Herman Miller executive Elizabeth Zucker sees overlap in the two sectors, including staff talent and modular solutions.

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Curbing CO2 at the Source: CHRYSO & GCP Demo Live at World of Concrete 2024

GCP Applied Technologies

Curbing CO2 at the Source: CHRYSO & GCP Demo Live at World of Concrete 2024 Phillip.fry@gc… Tue, 01/23/2024 - 12:40 Connect with Experts at Interactive Booth to Address Your Concrete Production, Soil, Waterproofing & Flooring Challenges GCP Applied Technologies January 23, 2024 CHRYSO & GCP will showcase its portfolio of solutions for the entire concrete construction journey at World of Concrete 2024.

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Getting buy-in from the field for digital project management

Fieldwire

Implementing construction technology and digitizing our workflows presents some unique challenges in the construction industry. Many times we talk about a “top down” approach where we try to implement change though a culture shift within a company. This is a great approach for a general contractor trying to ditch the paper blueprints and go digital within their projects, but it may not address the added challenges posed by the fact that we also need our trade contractors and their crews to buy-i

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Contractor Delivering Pair of Phoenix High-Rises at Once

ENR Construction

Working just three blocks apart in Phoenix’s burgeoning downtown Central Avenue corridor, Layton Construction Co. teams are simultaneously completing two high-rise projects that will collectively add almost 2.5 million sq ft of mixed-use residential, student housing, office and retail space.

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How Poor Planning and Budgeting Lead to Construction Cost Overruns

Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning directly impact construction project outcomes. Inaccurate projections lead to cost overruns and delays. This guide outlines best practices for financial discipline, including forecasting methodologies, resource allocation strategies, and risk mitigation frameworks. Industry leaders recognize that precise financial control is essential for profitability and project stability.

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Factory optimization : innovations in the assembly line

Learn Civil Engineering

Intense competition shapes the manufacturing sector. With product prices dropping, and life cycles shortening, the market has become hard to predict. To tackle these issues, manufacturers are always looking for new optimization techniques to enhance their production processes. The technological advance in artificial intelligence in the last few years has especially helped to optimize processes.

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US DOT Approves $2.5B in Bonds for Vegas-to-California High-Speed Rail

ENR Construction

Groundbreaking is expected early in 2024, Brightline said.

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Digital Builder Ep 75: The Evolution of BIM Data

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Building information modeling (BIM) has come a long way since its inception. Today, construction teams use BIM not just to create or visualize a building's design but also to store and relay crucial project information—including cost and scheduling data. And that's just the beginning. When used effectively, BIM can transform how teams work and revolutionize the entire construction process.

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ENR Southwest 2024 Legacy Award Winner: Mike Greenawalt

ENR Construction

Less than 90 days into his CEO position at Rosendin, COVID-19 deconstructed construction, creating slowdowns, shutdowns and intensifying the downturn in the national and global economies.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

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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Southwest Industry News: January 2024

ENR Construction

The planned Manzana mixed-use project in downtown Phoenix will continue the revitalization of the city’s historic Roosevelt Row Arts District.

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Southwest On the Scene: January 2024

ENR Construction

Reports from key industry events in the Southwest region.

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January 2024 City Scoop: Albuquerque

ENR Construction

Dodge offers data on projected 2024 construction starts in the Albuquerque area.

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January 2024 City Scoop: Flagstaff

ENR Construction

Dodge offers data on projected 2024 construction starts in the Flagstaff area.

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How AI is Reshaping Construction: Insights from Industry Experts

Construction firms embracing AI are outperforming the competition. This exclusive guide unpacks the impact of AI-driven analytics, automation, and predictive insights on project management, risk reduction, and workforce transformation. Discover how AI enhances real-time decision-making, optimizes labor and materials, and ensures projects stay on schedule and budget.

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Southwest People: January 2024

ENR Construction

Updates about construction professionals in the Southwest region.

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Southwest Pulse: January 2024

ENR Construction

Project news from Dodge Data & Analytics for the Southwest region.

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