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Exploring Industry Shifts Around Mental Health

Construction Business Owner

Exploring Industry Shifts Around Mental Health ccapoccia Tue, 02/06/2024 - 17:03 The construction industry struggles with one of the highest suicide rates of any profession in the U.S., leading to a shift in how companies approach the mental health of their workers. New data from Dodge Construction Network’s Civil Quarterly reveals that civil contractors are beginning to take the issues of mental health, company culture and substance use seriously.

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Compaction of Soil – Test Methods of Soil Compaction and their Uses

The Constructor

What is Compaction of Soil? Soil compaction is a fundamental engineering process that involves the mechanical compression of soil particles, reducing the void spaces between them while simultaneously increasing the mass density. This crucial procedure is indispensable for various construction projects, such as earth dams, canal embankments, highways, runways, and many other structures.

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3 reasons why new tradespeople don’t stick around

Construction Dive

Poor training, bad bosses and other frustrations can drive away new recruits to the construction industry, writes a Texas quality control manager.

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The future of grocery store design: It may be time for the checkout aisle to check out

BD+C

The future of grocery store design: It may be time for the checkout aisle to check out 0 dbarista Tue, 02/06/2024 - 19:42 Shopping Centers For grocers, the checkout aisle is one of the greatest sources of customer complaints and shrink, which directly affects their bottom line. Rick Redpath and Dan Scott Retail Centers Shopping Centers The checkout aisle has always been a source of frustration for both shopper and grocer, alike.

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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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Construction firm co-founder among dead in Idaho jobsite collapse

Construction Dive

A gust of wind might have caused the hangar near the Boise Airport to collapse, but it could take months to know for sure, sources told the Idaho Statesman.

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McHugh Construction restores 1920s Chicago theater

Construction Dive

The builder turned the single-screen Ramova Theatre into an 1,800-seat concert hall and created brewery, restaurant and event spaces.

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Amtrak Picks Kiewit-Shea Team for Contract Under $6B Baltimore Tunnel Program

ENR Construction

The planned Frederick Douglass Tunnel would replace the 150-year-old B&P Tunnel.

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Jacobs profits, backlog jump amid advanced manufacturing boost

Construction Dive

The Dallas-based company also continues to add notable wins in its water infrastructure projects, according to the firm’s first quarter results.

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McCarthy Standardizes Its Payments on Oracle's Textura Platform

ENR Construction

McCarthy Building Cos. has standardized its subcontractor payments and most financial transactions on Oracle's Textura cloud-based payments platform.

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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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Skanska completes $560M New York hospital

Construction Dive

The contractor used drones to capture real-time views of progress on the 288,000-square-foot Petrocelli Surgical Pavilion project.

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Leveraging RTC360 for Floor Flatness Analysis

PC Construction

The PC team is nearing completion of the latest development at Vermont’s Spruce Peak Resort – the 126,000-square-foot Treehouse at Spruce Peak and associated 65,000-square-foot parking garage. The four-story contemporary luxury alpine building is comprised of wood framing. When compared to light-gauge metal framing, wood tends to be more prone to environmental factors that can lead to deformation.

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Granite wins $55M Tucson, Arizona, road-widening job

Construction Dive

The Grant Road Improvement Project is part of Pima County’s $2.1 billion, 20-year regional transportation plan.

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Gateway Shortlists Three Teams for Manhattan End of $16B Hudson Tunnel

ENR Construction

The Gateway Development Commission is advancing procurement for several contract packages.

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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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Flatiron wins $350M in resiliency projects

Construction Dive

The Virginia Beach, Virginia, and Port Arthur, Texas, infrastructure upgrades will help protect against flooding and storm surges.

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Gateway Shortlists Three Teams for Manhattan End of $16B Hudson Rail Tunnel

ENR Construction

The Gateway Development Commission is advancing procurement for several contract packages.

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Real Talk on AI's Role in Construction: Overheard in the Big Room 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

While there are plenty of tech and corporate buzzwords that don't live up to the hype, we can honestly say that AI is not one of them. Artificial intelligence truly has the capacity to transform everything we do— from construction workflows to jobsite safety management. AI is more than a trend in construction It's a significant paradigm shift that will transform our future.

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New Jersey AG Sues to Deny Big State Tax Credit to Nuclear Firm Holtec

ENR Construction

State claims firm's application for 10-year credit for its Camden R&D campus project omitted key ethics related facts.

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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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Construction management micro learning video #6

Fieldwire

Revision control has always been one of the bigger challenges with drawings on a construction site. Everyone in the field always seems to be using a different version of the paper blueprints. This is one of those challenges that disappears when you ditch those paper blueprints and go digital. The latest version of the digital drawing is always on top, and when you use an app that puts everyone on the job using the same shared set stored in the cloud, everyone is always on the same page.

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New Jersey Sues to Deny Big State Tax Credit to Nuclear Firm Holtec

ENR Construction

Firm's bid for 10-year, $260M credit to build its Camden R&D campus omitted key ethics related details, state attorney general claims.

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Digital Builder Ep 76: The Opportunity - Improving Data Capabilities in Construction

Autodesk Construction Cloud

If you work in the construction industry, you are likely handling data in some way, shape, or form. “Data" may not be in your job title, but you're certainly contributing to and utilizing it. Research shows that companies produce around 2.5 quintillion bytes of data daily, so gathering and managing information is a way of life in our industry. But here's the thing - are you handling data effectively?

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Groundbreaking Extraction Plant Launches in California's 'Lithium Valley'

ENR Construction

The plant is the first to utilize the abundant geothermal brine near the Salton Sea to produce lithium on a large scale.

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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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Interested In Prefabrication? Here’s 5 Tips To Get It Right From The Start

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Prefabrication has a very long history. For example, after the second world war Prime Minister Winston Churchill saw the method as key to solving the UK’s housing crisis – which led to the construction of 150,000 prefabricated houses by 1951. It was assumed that the structures would be temporary, with a lifespan of around 10 years. But many still survive 70 years later, thanks to the power of prefab.