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Water Intelligence Can Help Businesses Achieve Green Construction Goals

Construction Business Owner

Water Intelligence Can Help Businesses Achieve Green Construction Goals ccapoccia Tue, 06/10/2025 - 16:53 For today’s construction businesses, it isn’t always enough to complete projects on time and within budgetary parameters. There are also sustainability goals to consider — including anything from the use of low-carbon materials to energy-efficient designs.

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Manufacturing Site Selection: What’s Changing?

Business Facilities

Courtesy of LocationAdvisor.com M anufacturing site selection has always been a critical strategic decision for companies, influencing costs, efficiency, and long-term success. However, evolving global dynamics — including economic shifts, technological advancements, supply chain disruptions, and sustainability initiatives — are reshaping the way businesses approach location decisions.

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Plan to double affordable homes spend at centre of spending review

Construction Enquirer

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will today unveil the biggest investment in social and affordable housing in a generation, with £39bn earmarked over the next decade. The new Affordable Homes Programme will form the centrepiece of the Spending Review, delivering long-term certainty for developers and doubling current investment levels. The new deal will average £3.9bn a year, up from just £2.3bn a year under the previous government’s five-year £11.5bn programme running from 2021 to 2026.

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Walsh chosen for $339M Rhode Island bridge rebuild

Construction Dive

The state will pay up to $10 million in incentives if new lanes on the Washington Bridge open ahead of schedule, and penalties if the timeline is exceeded.

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How Top Firms Protect Margins in Costly Construction Markets

Construction companies face shifting labor markets, volatile material pricing, and global supply chain disruptions that threaten profitability. This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight. Learn how to deploy workforce agility, connected jobsite monitoring, automated procurement, and cost simulation models to preserve margin stability.

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Project Stress Index Rises 11.4% in May Amid Increased Abandonments

Construction Today

Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction news. The construction industry is experiencing a notable rise in project cancellations, driven by increasing economic pressures. In May, ConstructConnect’s Project Stress Index surged by 11.4 percent, reflecting mounting strain in the nonresidential construction sector.

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Infrastructure looks like a main beneficiary from change in government investment attitude

Construction Law

Hopes are high that a combination of pension fund reforms and revision to the Treasury’s Green Book could help unleash a new wave of infrastructure investment to be announced in the Spending Review and the Ten-Year Infrastructure Strategy, reports Nick Barrett. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law. If you have a subscription please log in to read the rest of the story.

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ABC: Construction Job Openings Decreased by 3,000 in April, Down 45% Since December 2023

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The construction industry had 248,000 job openings on the last day of April, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey. JOLTS defines a job opening as any unfilled position for which an employer is actively recruiting. Industry job openings decreased by 3,000 last month and are down by 78,000 from the same time last year.

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Recycling Facility Has Positive Impact On Local Community

Business Facilities

By Craig Rutkowski, Caleb Bandy & Kristin Stubbs L ocated in Ohio’s oldest African American community, the American Addition area of Columbus, the Rumpke Recycling & Resource Center (RRC) stands as a testament to the impact of thoughtfully designed infrastructure on cultivating community health, safety, and economic opportunity. The United States’ largest and most technologically advanced recycling facility, Rumpke RRC processes material from 50 Ohio counties, totaling approximately 60 t

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US Home Prices Rise 3.5% as Tariffs Slow New Construction

Construction Today

Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction news. US home prices are projected to rise by 3.5%, following a trend of continued but slowing appreciation. At first glance, this may seem like a stable recovery signal. However, deeper indicators tell a different story. Affordability remains a central concern as income growth fails to keep pace with… Source The post US Home Prices Rise 3.5% as Tariffs Slow New Construction appeared first on Constructio

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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How OE Construction Prioritizes Mental Health & Well-Being

Construction Business Owner

How OE Construction Prioritizes Mental Health & Well-Being ccapoccia Tue, 06/10/2025 - 17:16 T erri Olson, vice president of OE Constructio n, has dedicated herself to changing the conversation around mental health in construction. After losing her son Tyler to suicide in 2011, she transformed her tragedy into a mission to support the well-being of employees in an industry with one of the highest suicide rates in the country.

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Stricter ASCE codes vital to flood protection

Construction Dive

The American Society of Civil Engineers’ updated standards mark a major shift in approach for design and construction in flood hazard areas, according to a floodplain manager.

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Reflections on Construction Safety

PC Construction

It has been over a month since our Construction Safety Week celebration, and we continue to feel the positive effects from the weeklong safety focus. Every member of our project team embraced the opportunity to participate in activities and important lessons to strengthen our sitewide safety culture. Each day brought a new theme, emphasizing the importance of working safely together and looking out for one another.

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New issue of Construction Law arrives with subscribers

Construction Law

The latest issue of the Construction Law print magazine is landing on subscriber’s desks around now. Our usual blend of essential analysis, comment and news kicks off with Editor Nick Barrett warning that anti-cartel enforcers have said they are targeting construction using AI tools. Guest Editor Dom Turner-Harriss of Watson Farley & Williams LLP laments the inadequate contract preparation that is often found to lie at the heart of construction disputes.

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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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Navigating Job Site Challenges For Small Construction Businesses

Contractor Bookkeeping

As a small construction business owner, you're not just a builder; you're a problem-solver, a negotiator, a project manager, and often, the first one on-site and the last one to leave. While the vision for a completed project is always clear, the path to getting there is often paved with unforeseen challenges, daily inconveniences, and persistent problems.

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Infrastructure Work Kicks Off $5B Vermont All-Season Resort Expansion

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Plans in for £100m Digbeth regeneration scheme

Construction Enquirer

Car dealer-turned-developer Hartwell has submitted a £100m regeneration plan to transform the former Phoenix ironworks site in Digbeth into a major mixed-use neighbourhood. The Phoenix Yard scheme will redevelop a 2.8-acre brownfield site off Coventry Street and Digbeth High Street into 260,000 sq ft of media, education and commercial space alongside 240 new homes.

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Legislation state of play table 300

Construction Law

This table, prepared by Alignment Media , provides a regularly amended guide to new and proposed legislation that will affect the construction industry. In addition to EU Directives and UK legislation, the table includes notes highlighting discussion papers issued by both government and non-government organisations, and commentary on the latest developments.

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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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Mass timber provides options amid steel tariffs: Timberlab CEO

Construction Dive

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US Navy Picks Seven Firms for $2B Southeast IDIQ Construction Contract

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Walker Modular wins pods deal at £90m Greystar site

Construction Enquirer

Walker Modular has won the contract to deliver bathroom pods for Greystar’s £90m Triangle student accommodation development in Birmingham working alongside main contractor McAleer & Rushe. The 836-bed scheme, located in Selly Oak, will offer a mix of studios and cluster bedrooms under the Greystar brand, along with a medical centre, landscaped public areas, and over 13,000 sq ft of resident amenities including a gym, cinema, and study lounges.

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Construction Law: June 2025

Construction Law

Editor’s comment Anti-cartel enforcers warn of focus on public procurement using AI tools Editor Nick Barrett reports that the Competition and Markets Authority enforcement head has warned that it is using AI tools to spot evidence of collusive behaviour. News Our news round up of major events affecting construction reports on government threats to seize builder’s land banks if they don’t build-out fast enough; a proposal to licence builders; and a new model proposed for privately funded infra

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How AI Reduces Cost, Safety, and Quality Risks in Construction Projects

Risk management in construction faces pressure from tighter margins, compressed timelines, and increasing complexity. This guide shows how AI strengthens project stability by predicting risks across cost, schedule, safety, supply chains, and workforce planning. AI algorithms analyze procurement data, subcontractor bids, equipment performance, and site conditions to identify potential disruptions.

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Gilbane, F.A. Wilhelm top out $4.3B Indianapolis hospital

Construction Dive

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Deere, Volvo CE to Expand US Production of Construction Equipment

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Taylor Wimpey fined £800k after apprentice falls down stairwell

Construction Enquirer

Taylor Wimpey has been fined £800,000 after a teenage apprentice was injured when a temporary stairwell covering collapsed. Charlie Marsh, 17, had been working as a contractor on a Taylor Wimpey site as it built around 450 new homes on its Meadfields site in Weston-Super-Mare. The apprentice bricklayer, from Whitchurch in Bristol, was less than 12 months into his career when the incident happened.

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Texas Tech Landscape, Steel Manufacturing Grows

Business Facilities

The tech industry landscape in Plano, Texas is growing with two significant company investments announced in May. NTxBio (NTx) is locating a biomanufacturing facility in the city, while Aligned Data Centers has partnered with Lamda to expand its AI computing capabilities at its new $700 million data center facility. NTx is planning a $31 million capital investment and expects to create about 170 jobs.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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England and Wales High Court (Technology and Construction Court) Decisions: May 2025

Construction Law

Decisions of the Technology and Construction Court of the English and Wales High Court for May 2025. Supplied by BAILII, The British and Irish Legal Information Institute. Click on the case title to read the full decision on the BAILII website.

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Turner, Subcontractor Reach $23.5M Settlement in Worker Death on Chicago Project

ENR Construction

Firms settle wrongful death lawsuit over fall of construction engineer David O'Donnell, 27, from scaffolding at the $815-million cancer pavilion under construction at the University of Chicago Medical Center

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Hill and L&G partner on £450m Coventry city centre revamp

Construction Enquirer

House builder Hill Group has struck its first partnership with L&G to deliver 200 affordable homes in the opening phase of Coventry’s £450m City Centre South redevelopment. The deal will see L&G take ownership of 145 homes for social rent and 55 for shared ownership, spread across the first four blocks fronting Queen Victoria Road and Market Way.

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