Construction Dive

JANUARY 30, 2023

From an NFL stadium to a major airport expansion and a massive manufacturing plant, these high-profile, high-impact projects are expected to hit significant milestones this year.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Operating and growing your construction business requires more than functional and skilled employees, but it's an excellent start. You need a steady stream of quality, paying clients to keep your company afloat. Likewise, deciding on an online marketing plan can be overwhelming for company owners like you who are looking for affordable ways to nurture consistent, sustainable growth.

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LetsBuild

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Arcadis recently released a report about international construction inflation and costs with some interesting findings: Construction companies in both developed and emerging economies are experiencing price increases of over 5%. Other than increasing material prices, workforce shortages are a significant driving factor which is likely to keep construction inflation at higher-than-normal levels.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 31, 2023

In 1963, President John F. Kennedy spoke to a key group of German dignitaries in Frankfurt. He focused on liberty and the need to work together to achieve a peaceful world. “Change is the law of life,” he said. “And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.” [1] Sixty years on, the construction industry faces somewhat of a crossroads of its own.

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Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

As jobs go unfilled, a majority of U.S. construction firms say they intend to increase staffing levels over the next six months, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.

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Practical Law Construction

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Some years ago I wrote a number of blogs about the long-running legal battle between Gary Paice and Kim Springall (property developers) and MJ Harding (the building contractor). That really was the case that kept on giving, and I’m not sure we’ve had two parties provide such rich blog pickings since. However, I think there might be a favourite to take this most coveted of crowns in the form of the disputes between Sudlows Ltd (the contractor) and Global Switch Estates 1 Ltd (the employer).

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Construction waste is a major problem that has gone unchecked for years. Until now. In this special Autodesk University episode, hear Shannon Goodman , Executive Director of the Lifecycle Building Center , share her expertise on utilizing construction waste for more sustainable and reusable buildings. Learn about the latest research and projects from the Lifecycle Building Center, and get practical tips and strategies for builders and contractors.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

The downturn will expand to the rest of the U.S. economy this year via slowing economic output and rising job losses, the NAHB’s chief economist said Tuesday.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 31, 2023

New Jersey enacts legislation that offers a financial performance bonus for concrete producers who provide low embodied-carbon products for state projects.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 31, 2023

How digitising site diaries, health and safety forms and processes, and productivity reports can help glazing and cladding businesses thrive.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

The Building Quality Assurance Act, Wet Kwaliteitsborging voor het Bouwen , is set to be introduced in mid 2023 and will radically change the building system regulations for the Dutch built environment. Many stakeholders will be impacted by the new legislative change – from construction businesses and municipalities to building owners and consumers.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Even when adjusted for inflation, commercial and multifamily starts were robust in 2022 as projects moved back toward urban cores, according to a new report.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The funding will support Philadelphia's 25-year water revitalization plan, which calls for lead service line replacement and upgrades to water treatment plants.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 31, 2023

A look at construction software for bricklayers and how it could help to take your brickwork business to the next level.

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Construction Management

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

By Mike Fischer One of the first questions to be asked when designing a basement foundation is “what is the desired functionality of the basement?” On one end of the spectrum, a basement may provide comfortable, fully habitable spaces comparable to the above-grade portions of the building (Figure 1). In the middle of the spectrum, the basement may be less habitable than the main living areas.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

During his State of the City address last week, Mayor Eric Adams also announced new funding to enforce tenant protection laws and expanded free broadband services for residents who live in public housing.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 31, 2023

US Labor Dept. investigators say painting subcontractor Unforgettable Coatings Inc. falsified records to avoid paying overtime rates and retaliated against workers who complained.

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PC Construction

JANUARY 31, 2023

A new face joined our crew in Vermont this week. Andrew Fiske, a 17-year-old co-operative student from Northwest Career & Technical Center , will spend the next six months working with and learning from our talented crews in Vermont. During this time, he will split his days, starting out in the classroom at the Tech Center and then heading to the jobsite for hands-on, real-world construction experience.

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Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

Construction Management

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Everyone’s heard that classic carpenter’s motto “measure twice, cut once.” A preconstruction meeting is essentially a broad-scale, multi-team approach to that same concept. They ensure everyone is on the same page from the get-go, on topics as diverse as how change orders how the chain of communication will be handled on site. Unfortunately, construction project success is not a given.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

A suit in federal court alleges supervisors for the Birmingham, Alabama, firm harassed the employee for his Mexican heritage and wearing earrings at work.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 31, 2023

US Labor Dept. investigators say painting subcontractor Unforgettable Coatings Inc. falsified records to avoid paying overtime rates and retaliated against workers who complained.

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Levelset

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Managing cash flow in the construction industry is difficult in any economy, but during a recession, specialty contractors face even more financial challenges than usual. During the Great Recession , more than 150,000 construction firms closed their doors, and 2 million construction workers lost their jobs. One of the most significant challenges during that time was the lack of financing for commercial construction companies.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Sustainable Facilities Management will require a fundamental change in mindset. Even though tools and services are readily available to consistently deliver quality, on time and on budget repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build outcomes, real property owners and facilities management professionals have yet to adopt system thinking. What is system thinking?

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 31, 2023

Amtrak will use multiple project delivery methods including the Delivery Partner model, in which the contractor’s payments will be tied to key metrics.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The American Society of Civil Engineers and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration signed a memorandum of understanding outlining plans to help ensure the nation’s infrastructure is designed to be more resilient and “climate-ready.

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Daily Civil

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Is your kitchen sink not draining properly? Is the water in the kitchen sink backing up? Learn how to unclog a kitchen sink with this helpful guide. Food. Read more The post How To Unclog A Kitchen Sink appeared first on DAILY CIVIL.

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Aging construction ERP systems can slow down productivity and put your business at risk. If you’re working with outdated software, you may be missing out on essential features and innovations like AI, AR, and enhanced reporting capabilities. This guide provides you with insights regarding when you need to upgrade and outlines what to look for in a new construction ERP system.

Construction Equipment

Ed Zarenski

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

2-2-23 Total construction spending in 2023 will increase only 4.2% over 2022. Nonresidential Buildings will lead construction spending in 2023 with a forecast gain of 18%. The last two years, 2021 and 2022, total spending increased 8.5% and 10%. However, inflation in 2021 was 11% and in 2022 was 15%, both higher than spending.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Even though construction salaries are rising faster than those in most other industries, contractors are struggling to hire and retain new employees.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 30, 2023

Palmer North America and unit of contractor MasTec accuse each other of causing delays and cost overruns on the Pueblo, Colo., mill expansion.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

System Thinking for FM and Construction Peter Cholakis The lack of system thinking for FM and construction is a primary cause of rampant economic and environmental waste. Until system thinking is understood and adopted on a widespread basis, there is little likelihood of measurable improvement. What is system thinking? – Simple, it’s the process of considering the whole and how the all the associated parts, people, actions, resources interrelate, and discovering ways of improvement.

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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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