Construction Business Owner
JUNE 19, 2024
Aging Infrastructure of US Transportation Systems Could Cause a Construction Boom ccapoccia Wed, 06/19/2024 - 14:25 The construction industry has faced many hurdles, including an ongoing labor shortage, rising cost of materials, supply chain disruptions and evolving technology that has made it difficult for contractors to keep up.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JUNE 21, 2024
In the construction industry, unexpected challenges can arise at any moment. Numerous factors, from material delays to unforeseen weather conditions, can disrupt project timelines and budgets. From terrorism to fire, from extreme weather or earthquakes to cyber-attacks – how would your business cope if it was affected? Would your staff know what to do?
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Construction Dive
JUNE 17, 2024
Two Turner Construction superintendents who tend hives say both pursuits come down to listening to your workers and having a Plan B.
PC Construction
JUNE 20, 2024
Last December, PC began construction at a former Boy Scouts camp. Working with the Kita Center, this project will transform the site into the permanent home of Camp Kita , the Center’s flagship bereavement camp for children who have been impacted by suicide. Since 2013, this camp was held at various locations throughout Maine. Once this project is complete, Camp Kita will have a permanent home with the ability to serve more children and increase program offerings.
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ENR Construction
JUNE 20, 2024
A second lawsuit alleging that has been filed in an accident that caused two workers to fall June 6 from scaffolding in a project being built at the University of Chicago Medical Center.
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BD+C
JUNE 20, 2024
How student housing developments are evolving to meet new expectations 0 dbarista Thu, 06/20/2024 - 14:36 Student Housing The days of uninspired dorm rooms with little more than a bed and a communal bathroom down the hall are long gone. Students increasingly seek inclusive design, communities to enhance learning and living, and a focus on wellness that encompasses everything from meditation spaces to mental health resources.
Construction Law
JUNE 20, 2024
The Inner House of the Scottish Court of Session has overturned an earlier judgement in a dispute between contractor Tilbury Douglas and consulting engineer Arup over design deficiencies in an Edinburgh tunnel. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.
ENR Construction
JUNE 19, 2024
II's time to loosen the governor's grip on the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to keep critical infrastructure investment from falling behind
Construction Specifier
JUNE 17, 2024
By Zachary Lovett, David Diedrick, and David Figurski Photo by Iwan Baan Photography Despite the urgency and efforts to halt global warming, the world’s output of CO2 continues to rise according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). 1 Average global temperatures are now approaching 1.5 C (34.7 F) above preindustrial levels, and 2023 was the hottest year on record. 2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carb
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Construction Dive
JUNE 18, 2024
The federal agency wants to empower the industry to make the jobsite safer for all workers, Vice Chair Jocelyn Samuels told Construction Dive.
BD+C
JUNE 18, 2024
Could ‘smart’ building facades heat and cool buildings? 0 dbarista Tue, 06/18/2024 - 15:58 Building Technology A promising research project looks at the possibilities for thermoelectric systems to thermally condition buildings, writes Mahsa Farid Mohajer, Sustainable Building Analyst with Stantec. Mahsa Farid Mohajer, Sustainable Building Analyst Contractors Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Engineers Facility Managers Architects Building Owners Building Enclosure Systems B
Contractor Magazine
JUNE 21, 2024
Matt Black and John Rossi add the DRYmedic Restoration Services franchise to their Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchises.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JUNE 20, 2024
Only one-fifth of federal investments in postsecondary education support workforce development for fields like construction and manufacturing, while the rest of the money goes to “traditional” degree programs according to a new report on federal workforce funding levels. The report, produced by the Progressive Policy Institute, the Associated General Contractors of America and Procore, notes this funding gap is making it hard for many employers to find qualified workers to hire.
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Construction Dive
JUNE 20, 2024
The Andromeda Community Initiative helps train, place and develop careers for underrepresented groups, especially communities of color, in New York City.
BD+C
JUNE 20, 2024
2024 Timber-Strong Design Build Competition: Small Buildings, Big Educational Opportunities 1 kcichowicz Thu, 06/20/2024 - 12:14 Student-led teams have 90 minutes to erect attractive, durable, engineered wood structures. APA – THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION MFPRO+ Blog Some designed playhouses. One team created a “barndominium.” And at least one erected a tiny pub.
Contractor Magazine
JUNE 20, 2024
Let’s visit with some great American companies and learn about their formulas for success—and hopes for the future.
ENR Construction
JUNE 20, 2024
The loss of an estimated $15 billion tied to congestion pricing leaves a large hole in the MTA’s capital budget.
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Construction Dive
JUNE 20, 2024
The 32-story mixed-use structure, adjacent to the city’s North Market, is scheduled to open in 2026.
BD+C
JUNE 18, 2024
A healthcare simulation technology consultant can save time, money, and headaches 0 qpurcell Tue, 06/18/2024 - 09:14 Healthcare Facilities As the demand for skilled healthcare professionals continues to rise, healthcare simulation is playing an increasingly vital role in the skill development, compliance, and continuing education of the clinical workforce.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 20, 2024
By Darrell L. Smith, PE, RRC, REWC, BECxP, CxA+BE Background: The 2021 International Building Code ( IBC ), Chapter 1507, notes that for vast majority of low-slope (low slope is defined as maximum two units vertical per 12 units horizontal) roof membranes, “the minimum design slope shall not be less than one-fourth unit vertical per twelve units horizontal (2-percent slope) for drainage.” 1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system.
ENR Construction
JUNE 18, 2024
The Tian’e Longtan Bridge features a 600-m main span.
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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.
Construction Dive
JUNE 18, 2024
Synagro-WWT, Hensel Phelps and Yogi Kwong Engineers will upgrade the Sand Island Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Construction Law
JUNE 21, 2024
Resource starved planning authorities could respond to the Supreme Court’s landmark EIA judgment by routinely rejecting any applications with downstream impacts, lawyers warn. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 20, 2024
By Darrell L. Smith, PE, RRC, REWC, BECxP, CxA+BE Background: The 2021 International Building Code ( IBC ), Chapter 1507, notes that for vast majority of low-slope (low slope is defined as maximum two units vertical per 12 units horizontal) roof membranes, “the minimum design slope shall not be less than one-fourth unit vertical per twelve units horizontal (2-percent slope) for drainage.” 1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system.
ENR Construction
JUNE 15, 2024
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Construction Dive
JUNE 17, 2024
Online training solutions will play an important role in helping contractors develop teams for peak performance.
Construction Law
JUNE 21, 2024
The Sheriff Appeal Court in Scotland has dismissed an action by a contractor claiming over £110,000 from a property developer, saying the case was flimsily pled. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.
Construction Today
JUNE 20, 2024
The Skye transmission scheme represents a monumental step forward in the United Kingdom’s quest for a modernized, sustainable energy infrastructure. This ambitious project aims to enhance the capacity and reliability of power transmission across the Skye region, ultimately supporting the nation’s renewable energy goals. Balfour Beatty, a leading international infrastructure group… Source The post The Skye’s The Limit: Balfour Beatty Secures Major Contract appeared first o
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