ENHANCE YOUR EMPLOYABILITY–LEARN CIVIL PRACTICALLY
The Constructor
JANUARY 7, 2013
ENHANCING THE EMPLOYABILITY OF CIVIL ENGINEERING STUDENTS Dear Civil Engineering Students, In India, Engineering education is mostly theoretical and.
The Pros and Cons of an Engineering Degree In Today’s Environment
Construction Marketing
JUNE 6, 2014
Having doubts about getting that engineering degree? Perhaps this will help ease your concerns: according to a recent survey by Randstad CPE , engineers are less likely to worry about their job. The only other industries where professionals feel more confident about their employment prospects are in finance, wholesale, and hospitality.
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ABC: Construction Employment Growth Strong in February
Construction Superintendent Magazine
MARCH 10, 2025
On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has increased by 174,000 jobs, an increase of 2.1%. Nonresidential construction employment increased by 6,200 positions on net, with growth in all three subcategories. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Nonresidential building added 1,700 jobs last month. in February.
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What are the best skill-based courses for a graduate engineer to be employable?
The Constructor
JULY 27, 2020
Thousands of engineering graduates from Indian universities are not employable as the education they receive is short of employable skills. What are.
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Feasibility For Machine Guarding Is A Big Deal For Employers and Employees
FDR Safety
MAY 13, 2024
OSHA AND FEASIBILITY The OSH Act is the relevant law, and OSHA standards are the relevant regulations for most employers and employees in the United States. OSHA CITATIONS It is particularly problematic when OSHA cites an employer and expects the employer to install safeguards that are not feasible.
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Advertising in Construction- Survey Results
Construction Marketing
APRIL 22, 2013
To further understand the use of advertising in the construction industry, the Construction Marketing Association conducted a national survey of construction professionals. The following questions were asked: 1. Do you employ advertising in your marketing program? If yes, what types of advertising do you employ?
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Inbound Marketing in Construction – Survey Results
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 24, 2013
Respondents indicated that the top three inbound marketing activities employed were Facebook (65%), Search Engine Optimization (61%), and Twitter (61%). To further understand the use of inbound marketing in the construction industry, the Construction Marketing Association conducted a national survey of construction professionals.
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Five Important Environmental Considerations for Civil Engineers
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 9, 2017
Civil engineering can play a huge role in combating climate change. The civil engineering and building sector are in a position to deliver significant, long-term reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. They have to make the building and civil engineering sectors a priority in their climate change strategies and plans.
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Adopting Labor Operations Software for Contractors
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 20, 2023
Meitl is an electrical engineer who’s grown businesses in lighting controls, an entrepreneur and a proud Detroiter. The company is more than 100 years old, with roots in Omaha where it has helped design and build the electrical backbone that powers much of the city’s economic engine and cultural infrastructure.
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Honda Investing $200M In Western Ohio Engine Plant Expansion
Business Facilities
JANUARY 21, 2021
Anna Engine Plant with help from a JobsOhio economic development grant. Read: Honda Investing $200M In Western Ohio Engine Plant Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com. The automaker will add 120 new jobs at the Honda of America Mfg.,
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Construction Labor Costs and Categories – 2021 Review
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 6, 2022
Source: Business Employment Dynamics). Employment by Occupation. Employment, Brickmasons, Blockmasons, and Stonemasons. Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators. Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators. Construction and Extraction Occupations. Boilermakers. Data series.
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All You Need to Know About Directional Boring
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
Directional boring or horizontal directional drilling (HDD) is a trenchless technology employed to install underground pipes without affecting the.
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Tunnel Boring Machine: Working of the Tunnel Construction Giant
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
A tunnel boring machine (TBM), also known as mole, is employed for the construction of tunnels in hard or soft rock strata. The cutting process.
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How to Become a Construction Contractor? A Step-by-Step Guide
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 29, 2020
A construction contractor is an individual who provides independent and professional services to third-party employers in the construction industry.
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Construction Marketing
OCTOBER 21, 2013
2012: Respondents came from a variety of companies within the construction industry including commercial construction (33%), construction services (18%), building products manufacturing (10.5%), equipment manufacturing (9%), consultant (7%), architectural/engineering (5%), distributor (3.5%), equipment retail (3.5%), and other (10.5%).
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How to Pour Concrete for Pile Foundation? [PDF]
The Constructor
JUNE 15, 2020
As pile foundations carry a lot of load, they must be installed with utmost care. The selection of suitable equipment and the process employed for.
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Types of Pile Driving Equipments -Applications, Advantages and Details
The Constructor
AUGUST 20, 2017
There are several machines and equipment which are employed for pile driving during construction. These machines and tools are discussed. Read More.
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Joel Honeyman Drives Sustainability Innovations at Bobcat
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 24, 2023
He attended North Dakota State University, where he earned an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering and a master’s in agricultural economics. He has been employed at Bobcat, a global brand that manufactures farm and construction equipment, for almost 26 years.
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ABC: Construction Underperforms Broader Economy in December Jobs Report
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JANUARY 15, 2025
On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has increased by 196,000 jobs, an increase of 2.4%. Nonresidential construction employment increased by 4,700 positions on net, with growth in all three subcategories. Heavy and civil engineering added 600 jobs, while nonresidential building added 200 jobs.
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ABC: Construction Adds Just 10,000 Jobs in November
Construction Superintendent Magazine
DECEMBER 10, 2024
On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has risen by 211,000 jobs, an increase of 2.6%. Nonresidential construction employment increased by 6,800 positions on net, with growth in 2 of the 3 subcategories. Nonresidential specialty trade added the most jobs on net, with employment in the category increasing by 7,000 positions.
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Sumps and Ditches for Dewatering of Excavations -Uses and Advantages
The Constructor
AUGUST 4, 2017
Application of sumps and ditches within an excavation is one of the elementary method of dewatering employed in construction. Uses and advantages of.
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Australia’s Construction Market Poised for Growth
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 22, 2018
Highlighting those trends is the Australian Construction Industry Forum’s (ACIF) newly released Australian Construction Market Report, which offers an outlook for residential, non-residential and engineering construction across the country over the next 10 years. Australian Construction Market Report: A Brief Overview.
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Nonresidential Construction Adds Modest 4,400 Jobs in January
Construction Superintendent Magazine
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has increased by 178,000 jobs, an increase of 2.2%. Nonresidential construction employment increased by 4,400 positions on net, with growth in 2 of the 3 subcategories. Heavy and civil engineering lost 2,300 jobs last month. Bureau of Labor Statistics. in January.
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Understanding the Role and Importance of Construction Labor in the United States
The Constructor
OCTOBER 9, 2023
In this article, we will explore the significance of construction labor in the US economy and its impact on employment and economic growth. With various infrastructure projects constantly underway and a high demand for real estate, the construction industry heavily relies on its labor force for success.
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Characteristics of Strategic Collaboration and Efficient Construction Project Delivery
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 30, 2022
Journal of Management in Engineering, 10(6), 26-29. Affairs and Dispute Resolution in Engineering and Construction, 3(1), 17-27. ICE-Municipal Engineer, 160(1), 37-44. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(3), 225-234. Army Corps of Engineers. Proceedings of the ICE-Civil Engineering (Vol.
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R&W Civil Engineering files administration notice
Construction Enquirer
JULY 16, 2023
R&W Civil Engineering has filed a notice of intention to appoint an administrator. Latest accounts for R&W Civil Engineering for the year to March 31 2022 show a turnover of £31.8m Latest accounts for R&W Civil Engineering for the year to March 31 2022 show a turnover of £31.8m to trade creditors.
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Engineering construction workers reject 8.5% pay offer
Construction Enquirer
JULY 31, 2023
Engineering construction workers operating under the Blue Book agreement have overwhelmingly rejected contractors’ final wage increase offer. The employers’ latest two-year offer includes a 8.5% increase in both hourly rates and travel allowance for 2024, followed by a 3.5%
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August Nonresidential Construction Employment Up by 28,300, ABC Says
Construction Superintendent Magazine
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
On a year-over-year basis, industry employment grew by 228,000 jobs, an increase of 2.8%. Nonresidential construction employment increased by 28,300 positions on net, with growth in all three subcategories. Heavy and civil engineering and nonresidential building added 13,500 and 800 jobs, respectively.
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Lack of machine guarding doesn’t always mean a hazard exists
FDR Safety
SEPTEMBER 11, 2014
FDRsafety is continuing to see OSHA cite employers for alleged violations of machine guarding in situations where employees would have to intentionally reach into a hazard zone to be injured. OSHA cited the employer, Fabricated Metal Products, for two violations related to machine guarding of automated presses used to manufacture small parts.
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Improving Construction Procurement and Project Delivery – It’s all about the Gaps!
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 17, 2020
Whether it’s repair, renovation, maintenance, or a new build, every construction project involves a relatively large and diverse number of people, from architects to engineers and builders, to facilities management professionals, building users, and other participants and stakeholders.
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PC Construction Selected to Build New Corporate Facility for Martin’s Point Health Care
PC Construction
MARCH 5, 2025
The new facility was designed by SMRT Architects and Engineers and Sebago Technics with a focus on flexibility. As many employers consider how to leverage the flexibility of technology and the unparalleled innovation that comes from in-person collaboration, flexible facilities like this offer a great solution.
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66 An Economical Way to Do Arc Flash Assessments
FDR Safety
JANUARY 31, 2018
The OSH Act requires that employers “shall furnish to each of their employees employment and a place of employment which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to their employees.”
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7 Ways Construction Companies Can Keep Their Workers Safe
Construction Marketing
MAY 19, 2021
Despite being one of the leading employment sectors in many countries, the construction industry is one of the most dangerous sectors. As an employer, you should ensure that your construction site offers maximum safety and security standards to its workers. Providing adequate safety gear. Hire experts. For instance, the U.S.
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OSHA’s New Silica Ruling Takes Effect September 23
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017
In addition to limiting particles per area, the new OSHA silica standards require employers to: Establish and implement a written exposure control plan. Engineering controls and work practices are the primary ways to limit exposure. Compliance checklist. Designate someone to be in control of and implement the plan.
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NEW WEBINAR: Adopting Labor Operations Software for Contractors
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 20, 2023
Meitl is an electrical engineer who’s grown businesses in lighting controls, an entrepreneur and a proud Detroiter. The company is more than 100 years old, with roots in Omaha where it has helped design and build the electrical backbone that powers much of the city’s economic engine and cultural infrastructure.
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Social Media in Construction – 2019 Survey Results
Construction Marketing
OCTOBER 14, 2019
The Construction Marketing Association conducted a national survey to identify the effectiveness of different social media approaches of architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals. If yes, do you manage social media marketing internally or outsource? If yes, do you manage social media marketing internally or outsource?
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Determination of Water Content of Soil By Torsion Balance Method
The Constructor
JULY 13, 2019
Torsion balance method is one of the methods that determine the water content of the soil rapidly. The method employs an infrared lamp and torsion.
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What is the Contract Labour Act? [PDF]
The Constructor
JUNE 29, 2020
The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970, was brought about to regulate employment, prevent exploitation, and improve working.
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Inbound Marketing in Construction – Webcast Summary
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 29, 2013
Getting found includes blogging, search engine optimization (SEO), and social media. Search engine optimization can increase your organic search results. Global Plastic Sheeting needed a way to dramatically boost their search engine ranking, increase web traffic, and convert a substantial of that traffic into happy customers.
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How to Get a Job in Construction
Construction Marketing
APRIL 14, 2019
Some of the careers include civil engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, plumbing, and carpentry. The credits could be the one thing that persuades your first employer to give you a job. That is wastage of resources. The list is endless. Do not drop out of school. Ensure that you study hard.
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Nonresidential Construction Employment Increases, Says ABC
Construction Superintendent Magazine
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has increased by 219,000 jobs, an increase of 2.8%. Nonresidential construction employment increased by 8,400 positions on net, with growth in all three subcategories. The post Nonresidential Construction Employment Increases, Says ABC appeared first on Construction Superintendent.
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Nonresidential Construction Employment Increases in May
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JUNE 7, 2023
On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has increased by 192,000 jobs, an increase of 2.5%. Nonresidential construction employment expanded by 22,100 positions on net, with growth in all three subcategories. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The construction unemployment rate dropped to 3.5% in April to 3.7% last month.
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Nonresidential Construction Employment Increases, Says ABC
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JULY 15, 2022
On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has risen by 292,000 jobs, an increase of 4.0%. Nonresidential construction employment increased by 16,500 positions on net, with all three subsectors showing positive growth. Nonresidential specialty trade added 11,400 net new jobs, while heavy and civil engineering added 4,500.
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Construction Employment Increases by 16,000, ABC Says
Construction Superintendent Magazine
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has risen by 311,000 jobs or 4.2%. Nonresidential construction employment rose by 4,300 positions on net, with positive growth in two of three subcategories. Heavy and civil engineering employment fell by 2,000 positions. The construction unemployment rate rose to 3.9%
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