The construction industry has been experiencing a significant surge in wages for residential building workers, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ Eye On Housing blog. In September 2024, these wages saw an impressive increase of 9.9%, following an even more dramatic rise of 1
The Royal BAM Group, in collaboration with Swiss contractor Marti Generalunternehmung, has set a new standard in healthcare construction with the New Felix Platter University Hospital in Basel, Switzerland. This project showcases the transformative power of Building Information Modeling (BIM)
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has announced significant updates to the rules governing highway construction worker safety. These updates are designed to enhance safety protocols in work zones, aiming to prevent injuries and fatalities among
Lead generation is not just a skill in the dynamic world of commercial real estate (CRE), it’s a lifeline. With high stakes, valuable transactions, and long sales cycles, professionals need to stand out with precision and strategy. In addition, fierce competition and ever-changing client ex
In a significant development for the HS2 project, two critical road bridges near Aylesbury have been completed, enhancing the transportation links between Aylesbury and Oxford. The reopening of the A418 overbridge, which spans 103 meters and was constructed using precast concrete beams, marks a
Canadian Building Construction Price Indexes (BCPI) for Q3, released by Statistics Canada, revealed a notable shift in the pace of rising costs within the construction industry. For the first time since Q2 2020, the growth in residential building construction costs has slowed to 0.9%, a slight
The rapid advancement of technology is dramatically reshaping urban environments, evolving them into interconnected smart cities. Central to this transformation are the Internet of Things (IoT) and 5G technology, working in tandem to offer innovative solutions that enhance public services, improve
In 2024, the construction industry in the United States navigates a landscape characterized by rising costs and unpredictable economic shifts. The current state of construction costs is underscored by a 20-city average cost index that reflects the growing expenses in materials and significant
Archer Western Construction has been selected to build a $50 million waste-to-energy plant for Synthica Energy in San Antonio, marking a significant step in renewable energy development. This advanced facility will convert up to 250,000 tons of industrial organic waste into renewable natural gas
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has proposed penalties in response to a tragic crane accident that occurred in April in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The incident, which involved the fall of a tower crane section from a high-rise apartment building, led to the death of rigger
