Minneapolis Fed sees pain in residential, commercial construction
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 11, 2023
A survey by the bank highlighted the divide between hard-hit private projects and booming industrial and infrastructure markets.
3 important early considerations for office-to-residential conversions
BD+C
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
3 important early considerations for office-to-residential conversions 0 qpurcell Fri, 11/10/2023 - 09:42 Office Buildings Scott Campagna, PE, Senior Director of Housing, IMEG Corp, shares insights from experts on office-to-residential conversion issues that may be mitigated when dealt with early.
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Skanska profits tank on weak residential performance
Construction Dive
MAY 5, 2023
CFO Magnus Persson told Construction Dive the firm can weather the downturn, in part thanks to healthy infrastructure demand in the U.S.
The need for coordination in residential high-rise construction
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
Residential high-rise The Ellis in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is not just about layout—it is about how the structure, the living space, and the mechanical infrastructure intersect. The post The need for coordination in residential high-rise construction appeared first on Construction Specifier. Photos courtesy KTGY.
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Converting downtown office into multifamily residential: Let’s stop and think about this
BD+C
JULY 11, 2023
Converting downtown office into multifamily residential: Let’s stop and think about this 0 dbarista Tue, 07/11/2023 - 10:44 Multifamily Housing Is the office-to-residential conversion really what’s best for our downtowns from a cultural, urban, economic perspective? Or is this silver bullet really a poison pill?
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Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Sets New Health and Safety Standards for U.S. Homes
Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Sets New Health and Safety Standards for U.S. A recently signed infrastructure law seeks to ensure the health and safety of millions of Americans. Wed, 11/24/2021 - 13:17.
ABC report shows non-residential construction spending increases in January
Construction Today
APRIL 3, 2023
National non-residential construction spending increased by 0.3 Across the board, spending was down monthly in seven of the 16 non-residential subcategories. Across the board, spending was down monthly in seven of the 16 non-residential subcategories. Private non-residential spending was up 0.9.
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Residential development reaps multiple benefits from permeable pavement infrastructure
BD+C
JUNE 3, 2019
This fast-paced growth means high demand for new homes and increased competition among residential developers to appeal to selective buyers.
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Adopting Labor Operations Software for Contractors
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 20, 2023
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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Most Infrastructure Categories Post Year-to-Date Declines Compared to 1st 8 Months of 2020, Reports AGC
Construction Superintendent Magazine
OCTOBER 2, 2021
Total construction spending was flat between July and August, as a decrease in nonresidential projects offset continuing gains in residential construction, according to a new analysis of federal construction spending data the Associated General Contractors of America.
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Ukraine Infrastructure, Construction Caught in Russian Invasion
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 26, 2022
Residential structures, dams, water-power supply lines in and near embattled Kyiv and elsewhere are damaged, and the Chernobyl nuclear plant is taken; but just completed $11B Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline from Russia to Europe awaits its fate as global sanctions and tensions rise.
How NAHB Members Can Benefit From Biden’s New Infrastructure Measure
Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
How NAHB Members Can Benefit From Biden’s New Infrastructure Measure. President Biden’s recently approved Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act includes a provision which may save one NAHB member at least $100,000, according to NAHB Now. Tue, 11/23/2021 - 10:12. The new law, which is effective for CIAC contributions made after Dec.
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Australia’s Construction Market Poised for Growth
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 22, 2018
Recent focal shifts in Australia’s construction sector, as well as a rising population, indicate a coming sea change in infrastructure spending and development. Economic changes in Australia will signal a rise in residential, non-residential and engineering construction. Changes in Australia’s Labour Market.
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Ukraine Infrastructure, Construction Caught in Russian Incursion
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 26, 2022
Residential structures, dams, water-power supply lines in and near the embattled capitol of Kyiv are damaged as Chernobyl nuclear plant is taken and the just completed Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline awaits its fate as global tensions rise.
Ukraine Infrastructure, Construction Caught in Russia Incursion
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 26, 2022
Residential structures, dams, water-power supply lines in and near the embattled capitol of Kyiv are damaged as Chernobyl nuclear plant is taken and the just completed Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline awaits its fate in rising global tensions.
NEW WEBINAR: Adopting Labor Operations Software for Contractors
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 20, 2023
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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How Biden’s Proposed Infrastructure Plan Would Boost Wellness in Homes
Pro Builder
APRIL 7, 2021
How Biden’s Proposed Infrastructure Plan Would Boost Wellness in Homes. President Biden’s $2 trillion infrastructure plan would enhance the wellness for thousands of homes across the country, advancing the availability of safe and healthy homes, says Forbes. cbroderick. Wed, 04/07/2021 - 09:20.
Contract awards to suppliers hit year-high in July
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 10, 2023
A 184% monthly increase in the industrial sectors, including manufacturing, warehouses, and military projects was the driving force behind the uptick, alongside a positive month for infrastructure. Residential construction continued to struggle as contract awards remained low at £1.8bn – 15% down compared to 2022.
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Private Construction is Down Amid COVID Crisis, Global Survey Says
ENR Construction
AUGUST 6, 2020
Residential and non-residential U.S. workloads have fallen, says RICS report, but infrastructure and public works activity is still on the rise.
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Global Survey: Infrastructure, Residential Work Driving Recovery
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 9, 2021
Survey respondents in North America expect workloads in 2021 to continue to rebound.
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Infrastructure, Residential Projects Spur NY Region
ENR Construction
MARCH 18, 2019
The 40 largest projects to break ground in the region in 2018 had a total construction value of almost $14.5
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Construction Spending Increases, Residential and Public Gains Offset Drop in Private Nonresidential Projects
Construction Superintendent Magazine
DECEMBER 30, 2016
Construction spending was mixed in October as a rebound in residential and public categories outweighed a downturn in most private nonresidential segments, according to a recent analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America. “Meanwhile, private nonresidential construction still appears to have good prospects, assuming. .
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The Labor Shortage Rebound
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 27, 2017
The construction industry achieved a notable resurgence this year, with growth across commercial and residential projects, including roads, bridges, and other infrastructure.
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Commercial work boosts construction new orders
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 6, 2023
But w ork on residential building projects decreased for the sixth month running and at the steepest pace since May 2020. “Rising demand among corporate clients and contract awards on infrastructure projects meanwhile underpinned the fastest rise in new orders since April 2022. ”
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American Infrastructure Companies Unify Under New Brand
Construction Equipment
APRIL 16, 2015
American Infrastructure, Allan A. Allan Myers has been responsible for creating the roads, bridges, treatment plants, residential, and commercial developments and pipelines that connect communities to services, clean water and each other.
Crown Estate launches net zero housing projects
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 1, 2023
A site in Knutsford in Cheshire with outline consent for up to 60 homes, 30% affordable homes, as well as associated road infrastructure (a link road and roundabout). At Knutsford, there is an additional challenge of delivering low carbon road infrastructure.
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North London 9-floor mass-timber frame office approved
Construction Enquirer
JULY 4, 2023
Double-height entrance lobby at 2 Copper Place The planning approval has been granted as activity at Brent Cross Town continues to progress with five buildings, including residential and student rooms, already under construction, alongside associated infrastructure.
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Construction Spending Rebounds in February with Private, Public Gains
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 1, 2013
(April 1, 2013) - Construction spending rebounded in February with gains from depressed January levels in residential, private nonresidential and public investment, according to an analysis of new Census Bureau data by the Associated General Contractors of America.
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Buyers report busy April despite housing slowdown
Construction Enquirer
MAY 5, 2023
Rising volumes of commercial work and civil engineering activity helped to offset the steepest decline in residential construction output since May 2020. “However, the return to growth for UK construction output appears worryingly lopsided as residential work decreased for the fifth successive month. in April from 50.7
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Lumber and Concrete Prices Fall in September
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 15, 2021
September prices for residential construction goods like softwood lumber and ready-mix concrete declined for the second month since the start of the last recession, according to the latest Producer Price Index (PPI) report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Lumber and Concrete Prices Fall in September. Fri, 10/15/2021 - 09:57.
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Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 4, 2016
As Construction Business Owner noted in its January 2016 issue, United States residential and commercial construction combined is expected to grow from 5 to 9 percent in 2016, and heavy infrastructure spending is expected to grow approximately 8 percent from $312.6 billion in 2015. Not exactly a boom, but not a bust either.
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Nonresidential construction spending falls again in June
BD+C
AUGUST 2, 2021
Demand for different types of construction continued to diverge in June as residential construction increased for the month and the year while nonresidential construction spending fell again, according to a new analysis of federal construction spending data the Associated General Contractors of America released today.
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Construction Spending Rose in January from December, January 2021, Reports AGC
Construction Superintendent Magazine
MARCH 2, 2022
Construction spending increased in January compared to both December and a year ago, with strong gains in private nonresidential and residential construction but mixed results for public spending, according to an analysis of federal spending data the Associated General Contractors of America.
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Construction projects planned and ongoing by world’s megacities valued at $4.2trn
BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2018
A total of 6,645 planned and ongoing construction projects by the world’s megacities, valued at US$4.2trn and fueled by the increase in population, are sparking interest in residential and infrastructural developments, according to .
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Tindall Corporation re-aligns to reflect strategic vision
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 24, 2022
Tindall Corporations , one of the largest providers of precast concrete solutions in North America, is excited to announce the organization is officially becoming two distinct business groups: Tindall Building Systems Group and Tindall Infrastructure Group. Tindall’s Utility Division is now its own entity called Tindall Infrastructure Group.
New Partnership Encourages Private Investment In Natural Infrastructure
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
OCTOBER 7, 2013
In the wake of 2012’s unparalleled extreme weather events, a green infrastructure financing guide was released by the NatLab consortium—a collaboration between the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and The Nature Conservancy, and sustainable asset management firm EKO Asset Management Partners. Posted by Heidi Schwartz.
Construction Industry Adds 20K Employees in July; Nonresidential Employment Dips, Says AGC
Construction Superintendent Magazine
AUGUST 12, 2020
Construction employment increased by 20,000 jobs in July but the gains were limited to housing, while employment related to infrastructure and nonresidential building construction slipped by 4,000, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data.
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Nonresidential Construction Sector Posts 1st Job Gain Since March
Construction Superintendent Magazine
OCTOBER 12, 2021
While it is refreshing to see job gains in both residential and nonresidential construction, nonresidential building and infrastructure employment remains far below its pre-pandemic peak,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s.
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Washington State Broadens Construction Shutdown Order
ENR Construction
MARCH 25, 2020
All commercial and residential construction will halt, with exceptions for low-income housing and work related to critical infrastructure.
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Effective Marketing For Diverse Construction Job Categories
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 24, 2024
Engineers (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical) Civil engineers focus on the design and maintenance of infrastructure. Ensure indoor comfort and air quality in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Collaborate with clients, construction managers, and other professionals to bring architectural visions to life.
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Implementing lean construction for infrastructure projects
Lets Build
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Almost all large infrastructure projects have something in common: They frequently suffer from cost overruns and significant delays. The result is often lower productivity and less profitability for those involved in infrastructure projects. Creating value with lean construction for infrastructure projects.
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Understanding and Addressing Construction Industry Pain Points
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 9, 2018
Despite the struggles felt across many industries in Australia, the infrastructure sector remains one of the most stable in the country today. For other residential building commencements, the value rose 0.2% increases respectively. increases respectively. in March 2018 on the back of a 2.7% increase in Q4 of 2017.
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Construction Sectors Explained
cnstrctr
MAY 4, 2019
There are five major construction sectors which include Industrial, Commercial, Institutional and Residential and Civil. Residential Construction Sector. If commercial construction is the heartbeat of cities residential construction is often measured as a heart beat of a nations economy. Civil Construction.
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A 50-acre waterfront redevelopment gets under way in Tampa
BD+C
AUGUST 30, 2017
Earlier this summer, the installation of more than $200 million in infrastructure, including new roadways and utilities, began in support of Water Street Tampa, a mixed-use neighborhood on 50 waterfront acres in this South Florida metro that, when completed in 2027, will include more than 9 million sf of residential, commercial, entertainment, cultural, (..)
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