Tag: survey
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Minneapolis Fed survey: Nonresidential builders face tighter pipelines, rising costs
Listen to the article 5 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Construction activity across the Federal Reserve’s Ninth District declined slightly over the past six months, with nearly half of the firms surveyed reporting lower activity compared with the same period in 2024, according to results from the…
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In pictures | Engineers scale iconic Liverpool tower
Roger Fulford, director at Munroe K Asset Management, which manages the building, added: “The Beacon tower is iconic in Liverpool and, like all buildings, needs to be inspected and maintained. For most buildings, the view while doing so is significantly less dramatic. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Builders believe AI will ‘meaningfully transform’ their businesses: survey
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Most contractors believe artificial intelligence will have a profound effect on the construction industry, according to a new survey from Dodge Construction Network. Dodge, in partnership with CMiC, a financial and project management software provider…
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Over one-third of companies plan to replace entry roles with AI, survey says
Dive Brief: More than 4 in 10 companies plan to replace roles with AI, particularly in operations and the back office (58%) and at the entry level (37%), according to an Oct. 28 report from global consulting firm Korn Ferry. However, a firm survey of more than 1,670 external global talent leaders, as well as…
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Calling all construction clients – take the CIOB/CM client survey
The survey supports the CIOB client strategy, which aims to strengthen collaboration and understanding between clients and the wider construction industry. By capturing up-to-date insight into client priorities and challenges, the results will help inform CIOB policy and guide best practice across the sector. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Men more likely to consider heat pumps, survey shows
Men are more aware of and more interested in installing heat pumps than women, according to a UK survey. The YouGov poll of over 7,000 adults examined public knowledge and attitudes towards low‑carbon heating systems designed to replace gas and oil boilers. It also revealed that men are not just more aware, but more likely…
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Survey: Construction Supervisors Under Pressure to Balance Safety, Mental Health on Jobsites
A new report from Vector Solutions highlights the growing pressures facing construction supervisors, who say they feel accountable for both safety and jobsite culture but lack the preparation and resources to meet those expectations. The State of Frontline Safety Leadership in Construction survey gathered responses from more than 600 U.S. construction supervisors and managers. Nearly…
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Cybersecurity Tops Priority List for Construction Decision-Makers, Survey Finds
Cybersecurity remains a leading concern for contractors and construction executives, according to the 2025 Travelers Risk Index. The annual survey of more than 1,200 business decision-makers found that three out of four respondents in construction said cyber protection is a priority championed by senior management. The finding underscores how much the industry has shifted in…
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Survey Finds Foot Pain Common Among Workers, Especially in Construction
Foot pain is a widespread issue in the workplace, with 44% of Americans reporting ongoing, chronic discomfort, according to a national survey of 1,000 adults. The findings highlight how long hours on the job, particularly in labor-intensive or standing-focused industries, can take a toll on workers. The careers most commonly associated with foot pain include:…