May, 2021

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Tech, Manufacturing Projects Land Kansas More Than 580 Jobs

Business Facilities

TTEC Holdings will create 450 on-site and remote work jobs in Overland Park; Sicut Enterprises will create 132 manufacturing positions in Neodesha. . - Read: Tech, Manufacturing Projects Land Kansas More Than 580 Jobs at BusinessFacilities.com.

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How Connected Construction is Shaping the Future

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Forecasts from Dodge Data & Analytics and Viewpoint show a construction rebound, and modern, connected technologies are fueling an industry recovery.

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5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Contractor

Construction Marketing

While we may all try our hand at a DIY project from time to time, there are certain projects that are just too complex for a novice to handle successfully. When it comes time to find a professional for a building job, we all want to find a good contractor to get the job done to the highest standard, and at a price that won’t break the bank. With so many contractors available, it’s hard to know who to choose.

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Recent COVID-19 related force majeure decisions: what do they mean for construction contracts?

Practical Law Construction

Roughly a year has passed since the COVID-19 lockdowns were implemented. Despite much upheaval, project delays, and supply chain issues, it appears that projects across the globe may finally be getting back a sense of normality. To this day, however, much uncertainty remains for project owners, contractors and sub-contractors regarding how COVID-19 will affect their legal rights under contract.

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Expert Guide to Making the Best Construction ERP Decision for Your Firm

Choosing the right ERP system is a pivotal decision for any construction company. Our buyer’s guide is crafted to provide leaders with the essential knowledge needed to make informed choices. This guide delves into the critical aspects of selecting a construction ERP, including making the right decision, building internal support, and identifying the best software for your organization.

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Cost to keep Miami dry over next few decades is $4 billion

BD+C

It will cost at least $3.8 billion over the next 40 years to keep the City of Miami dry from rising seas , according to a draft of the city’s newly released stormwater master plan. That sum, about four times the city’s annual budget, would buy the city new mega stormwater pumps, miles of 6-foot-tall sea walls, thousands of injection wells, and a network of eight-foot diameter underground pipes.

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New Mexico: Diverse And Driven To Success

Business Facilities

Despite the challenges of 2020, New Mexico saw growth and success across a wide range of industries and is preparing for even more growth in 2021. - Read: New Mexico: Diverse And Driven To Success at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Modular Construction: Initiatives, Technology and the Future Landscape

Viewpoint Construction Technology

How offsite, modular construction is currently being paired with technology in the UK to elevate and future-proof contractors and their projects.

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Heavy Equipment: 5 Different Types And Uses In Construction

Construction Marketing

With so much heavy equipment in the construction industry, it’s normal to get confused about their uses. Some equipment is for large-scale operations, and others are for smaller projects. . Building and construction, whether it’s for structures or roads, requires multiple types of heavy equipment. Those can be utilized for operations such as excavating, transferring construction materials, hauling, grading, dozing, and digging large quantities of soil.

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Can you exclude or limit liability for a deliberate breach of contract?

Practical Law Construction

The short answer to this question is yes. But matters become slightly more complicated when considering how this can be done. In Mott MacDonald Ltd v Trant Engineering Ltd , the claimant (MM), an engineering contractor, brought a claim for alleged non-payment of its fees by the defendant (Trant) for the provision of design consultancy services in relation to the construction of a power station in the Falkland Islands.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.

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Digital twin’s value propositions for the built environment, explained

BD+C

Advancements in artificial intelligence, sensors, machine learning, and the Internet of Things and Assets are moving digital twin technology beyond the concept stage to where it is emerging as an invaluable lifecycle assessment and management tool for new and existing buildings.

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Raft Foundation (Mat Foundation) | Types & Advantages

Civiconcepts

Raft Foundation is also known as Mat Foundation is a footing spread over the entire area of the foundation transferring the load of the entire structure to the ground by … Raft Foundation (Mat Foundation) | Types & Advantages Read More ».

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SmartAction Relocating Corporate HQ To Texas

Business Facilities

Artificial intelligence software company SmartAction will move its headquarters from California to Fort Worth, bringing 81 jobs to Texas. . - Read: SmartAction Relocating Corporate HQ To Texas at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Viewpoint Customer Success Story: Achieving Real-Time, Connected Construction Data

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Dave Steel Company’s Babette Freund Weighs in on Moving to the Cloud and Connected Data Between ViewpointOne, Tekla PowerFab suites.

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The Art of Contingency Planning: Dealing with Unforeseen Costs

Contingency planning is a strategic plan to allocate resources, time, and money if “all hell breaks loose” on a project. It considers risk mitigation and planning for a worst-case scenario.  Contingency planning in construction is necessary. You're expected to throw in a percentage to cover a contingency plan in your estimates but is it enough? There is an art to this type of planning and, if project leaders aren’t careful, a contingency plan could cost the company a lot more than lapsed deadlin

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How to Achieve 25%-30%+ average construction Savings

Job Order Contracting

If you are wondering how to How to Achieve 25%-30%+ average construction savings, it’s really simple. Just stop doing the same old things that will never work. Schedule a 15-minute introductory call. An average savings on the order of 25 to 30 percent can be achieved when facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build processes are standardized at a program level.

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SMHC Behavioral Renovation Project Honored with AGC Build Maine Award

PC Construction

PC is pleased to announce that the Associated General Contractors of Maine has selected the Southern Maine Health Care Behavioral Renovation project to receive one of five Build Maine Awards. The award, which was granted. The post SMHC Behavioral Renovation Project Honored with AGC Build Maine Award first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.

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Kick-starting the rebirth of North America’s malls

BD+C

Let’s start with an admission: the authors share great memories of hanging out at our local mall with friends in high school. For David, this meant the early 1960s—a couple of years before the dawning of the Age of Aquarius, and malls represented an exciting opportunity to spend time in a place that was all about a shiny future. For Jason, this meant the 1980s—the Age of Aquarius was long gone—and malls had matured into the social heart of the community, a place where everyone spent time.

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Should I Do A Full Wrap Of My Company Vans?

A David Creation

Wrapping your company vehicles is a cost-effective way to ramp up your local brand recognition. Just make sure you do it right! You can install a 1/4, 1/2, ¾, or full wrap (using printed vinyl), and it can be done on both purchased and leased vehicles in most cases. Just make sure you double-check with your dealership if you’re in a leasing situation to confirm the details of your contract.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to

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Amazon Investing $100M In North Carolina 

Business Facilities

Seattle-based e-retail giant Amazon will create 500 jobs at its new import processing center in Smithfield, NC. - Read: Amazon Investing $100M In North Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Viewpoint Customer Success Story: B&D Industries Navigates Unexpected Changes, Delivers Project in Just 25 Days

Viewpoint Construction Technology

How connected, cloud-based construction software allowed a contractor to easily complete a challenging project in just 25 days.

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What Is Plinth | What Is a Plinth Beam | What is Height of Plinth | What is Plinth Protection | Purpose of Plinth Protection

Civiconcepts

What Is Plinth? Plinth is a base or platform that supports a plinth beam, columns, and structures. The function of the plinth is to distribute weight and pressure evenly across … What Is Plinth | What Is a Plinth Beam | What is Height of Plinth | What is Plinth Protection | Purpose of Plinth Protection Read More ».

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Nominate Your Company's Sustainability VIP

The Construction Business Owner

Nominate Your Company's Sustainability VIP. Special section recognizing the industry’s foremost leaders of sustainable practices & programs. Kathy Wells. Fri, 05/28/2021 - 15:52. Construction Business Owner (CBO) Magazine’s Sustainability VIP honor recognizes the efforts and ingenuity of those building a better future for the earth and its inhabitants.

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Sustainable Construction: Practical Strategies for Reducing Material Waste

In the construction industry, efficient material management and waste reduction are essential for both environmental sustainability and economic success. This detailed eBook provides an in-depth look at methods to cut waste and boost material efficiency. Topics covered include sustainable design principles, utilizing BIM for waste minimization, precise estimating and ordering, and effective storage and handling of materials.

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Senior living design: Post-COVID trends and innovations

BD+C

In this exclusive video interview for HorizonTV, BD+C's John Caulfield sits down with two senior living design experts to discuss the latest trends and innovations in the senior living building sector. Alexis Denton, Associate Principal with Perkins Eastman, and Dana Wollschlager, Practice Leader and Partner with Plante Moran Living Forward, also recap the findings from a recent survey of providers, residents, and staff of senior living communities. .

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Cob on Wood Homeless Community in Oakland, California

Natural Building

A group of homeless people and activists have built their own unsanctioned community center from the ground up — creating a kitchen, shower, toilet, health clinic, and free store in Oakland, California. The grassroots project is expanding the limits of what a homeless encampment can look like. The community center, located in the heart of Oakland’s largest homeless encampment, looks like something out of a fairy tale.

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Indiana Launches $500M Quality Of Place, Talent Attraction Initiative

Business Facilities

The Indiana Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) encourages communities to create shared visions and strategies to accelerate economic resilience, long-term growth. - Read: Indiana Launches $500M Quality Of Place, Talent Attraction Initiative at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Viewpoint's Q1 2021 Quarterly Construction Metrics Index

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Viewpoint's user data shows positive construction trends, cautious optimism about short- and long-term industry health.

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Future-Proof Your Firm: Discover the Power of Next Gen Construction ERP

In the face of rising customer expectations and evolving industry standards, staying ahead in construction demands innovation. A Next Generation Construction ERP is designed to meet these challenges head-on. By integrating this advanced system into your tech stack, you empower your team with a single source of truth, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.

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Sustainable Homes | Eco-Friendly House | How to Build A Sustainable House

Civiconcepts

Sustainable Homes promotes a far better quality of life and involves less waste, higher responsibility, lower life-cycle environmental impacts, less maintenance, and a lot of utilization of eco-friendly resources. … Sustainable Homes | Eco-Friendly House | How to Build A Sustainable House Read More ».

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7 Best Polo Shirts for Work

Work Gearz

The polo shirt gets its name long before it became popular. It was invented for polo matches to allow comfort and range of motion to players while still having an attractive look. The popularity that this shirt has gained through the years is due above all to the quality of the fabric used because it ensures comfort. In fact, this type of shirt is also incredibly comfortable and can lend some easy style to your wardrobe.

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Injecting embodied carbon capability into the integrated design and construction process

BD+C

Our clients are increasingly asking us how they can construct a carbon-neutral facility and accounting for the embodied carbon of construction must be part of the equation for any carbon-neutral project.

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