Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 30, 2022

Our monthly look at construction industry geadlines, with notes on the materials supply chain, project collaboration, and tackling inflation.

Collaboration 128

Collaboration 128

Wolgast Corporation

JUNE 28, 2022

The cost and availability of building materials can presently be described as highly unpredictable, so the pre-planning phase has become the key to Restaurant Construction more than ever before! We have strategies to share to get your restaurant or business operating quicker and generate income faster. For any business type, a contractor should be evaluating your architectural plans to offer value engineering for possible savings and material availability.

Carpentry 127

Carpentry Building Materials Millwork Building Permits 127

Business Facilities

JUNE 27, 2022

A steady stream of new and expanding business keeps Arkansas moving, backed by the Natural State's great quality of life.

Infrastructure Development 105

Infrastructure Development Zoning 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 1, 2022

How the Biggest Construction Companies in the World Are Building Our Cities and Workforce. Saying the construction industry is large would be a gross understatement. As one of the oldest industries to date, construction has skyrocketed over the last thousands of years–and it keeps growing. Indeed, the global construction market is expected to grow to a massive $10.5 trillion by 2023.

Estimating 98

Estimating Communication Engineering 98

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Civiconcepts

JULY 1, 2022

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Practical Law Construction

JUNE 29, 2022

In its decision in Bresco v Lonsdale , the Supreme Court confirmed that insolvent companies have the statutory and contractual right to adjudicate construction disputes, even if that claim is affected by insolvency set-off. While Lord Briggs found overarching compatibility between the adjudication and insolvency regimes, that wasn’t to dismiss the difficulties arising between them, particularly those raised by insolvency set off.

Contracts 92

Contracts Approvals Building Design 92

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 30, 2022

Every construction site has its own set of complexities. And what happens in the field rarely stays in the field. That’s because a finished project will reveal its quality, or lack thereof, once the building is in regular use. So, the question then is : How can safety and quality managers trust that work is on schedule and still meeting the necessary quality standards ?

Project Management 98

Project Management Collaboration Building Commissioning Building Standards 98

Civiconcepts

JUNE 30, 2022

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Jobsite with Procore

JUNE 28, 2022

Every construction project involves risk, and managing that risk while protecting a company’s profit margins, reputation, and people is just one of a CFO’s many responsibilities. In order to ensure a company doesn’t bite off more than it can chew risk-wise, all opportunities have to be viewed through a lens of mitigating risk, including any partnerships a company takes on.

Risk Management 92

Risk Management Project Management Construction Management Collaboration 92

Business Facilities

JUNE 30, 2022

H-E-B will add a new automated frozen distribution line in Temple. In Texarkana, Expal USA will hire 44 people at TexAmericas Center.

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Speaker: Timothy Allsopp

Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.

Building Automation

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 28, 2022

Project management is tough. You have stakeholders tugging on your shirt for progress updates, financials, submittals, schedules, RFIs, and that barely scratches the surface. Wouldn’t it be nice to cut back on the time you spend getting people the info they need? “As simple as it sounds, having the right information in front of you is essential to managing the stress of a project management role,” shares Esteban Coralles , Manager, Technical Solutions at Autodesk and a former construction projec

Project Management 98

Project Management Schedule Management Change Management Construction Management 98

Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 1, 2022

Several aspects of the construction business can only be learned through experience. One of them is negotiating contracts. Most people fear the negotiation procedure because it is an intrinsically uncomfortable process. Asking for more money or making personal demands doesn't come naturally to everyone. But with the right toolkit, you can breeze through contract negotiations.

Contracts 91

Contracts 91

Jobsite with Procore

JUNE 29, 2022

The pandemic exacerbated a number of familiar construction industry challenges and introduced new ones. While the construction industry might be past the crisis phase when work came to a halt, many of the challenges that emerged over the last two years remain a thorn in owners’ sides.

Risk Management 90

Risk Management Project Management Construction Management 90

Business Facilities

JULY 1, 2022

Restaurant technology company Toast, Inc. will locate its first facility in Tennessee, creating over 100 jobs in the greater Nashville region.

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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.

Risk Management

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 28, 2022

One of the most valuable things any construction firm can do is to digitize coordination. In fact, research by Stanford University found that clash detection done in BIM saves up to 10% of contract value and results in a 7% reduction in total project time compared to traditional model coordination workflows. Despite this, those who are adopting coordination technologies are still managing processes in the same way today as they did a decade ago, before the cloud transformed how teams work.

Change Management 98

Change Management Project Management Construction Management Collaboration 98

ENR Construction

JULY 1, 2022

Funds will go to the completion of the Central Valley portion of the state's beleaguered high-speed rail project.

Budgeting 85

Budgeting 85

Construction Marketing

JUNE 28, 2022

Summer is in full swing, and if you’re like most people, your AC is likely working overtime to keep you cool. How do you know when to repair your air conditioner? Here are some signs to look out for. The Unit Is Leaking Water or Refrigerant. One sign you need to repair your air conditioner is if the unit is leaking water or refrigerant. If your air conditioner leaks, it could be because the condensate drain pan is full or the condensate pump has failed.

Energy Efficiency 82

Energy Efficiency Maintenance 82

Business Facilities

JUNE 27, 2022

SolarGen of South Carolina will invest $150 million to establish a solar energy operation in Clarendon County, SC.

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Construction Management

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 30, 2022

For some industries, achieving net zero means gradually reducing emissions over the next two decades. But when it comes to construction, any building or infrastructure project completed today will most likely still be operational in 2050. As a result, the need for the entire sector to focus on net zero is right here, right now. The push for sustainable construction.

Sustainability 96

Sustainability Environmental Consulting Building Materials Project Management Consulting 96

ENR Construction

JUNE 30, 2022

Subcontractor estimates that use of the robot trimmed its work schedule by 25-30%.

Estimating 83

Estimating 83

Best Practices Construction Law

JULY 1, 2022

Excuse the eye patch, as I just had retina surgery yesterday. I am surprised at how different the world looks with only one eye to focus—from the depth of the stairway, to the water flowing from the sink, to the words flying out from the computer screen. In other words, there is more than meets the eye, a problem that many employers and employees face when a dispute arises.

Contracts 62

Contracts 62

Business Facilities

JUNE 28, 2022

To support the $5 billion project, GlobiTech has been offered a $15 million Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) grant and other local incentives.

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Construction Management

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 28, 2022

Data access can make or break your project. According to our recent report with FMI, 75% of respondents agree that there is a growing need for making rapid decisions in the field. That’s why it’s important that teams can visualize company and project data quickly and easily. If data can’t be accessed, it cannot be used to inform decisions in the moment that could have serious consequences for your project and company. .

Building Automation 92

Building Automation Project Management Construction Management 92

ENR Construction

JUNE 28, 2022

Industry jobs tied to electric power generation; transmission, storage and distribution; and energy efficiency grew in 2021, but report data does not reflect impacts of more current sector events. .

Energy Efficiency 83

Energy Efficiency 83

Construction Marketing

JUNE 30, 2022

Before you begin any construction project, it’s important to know your options when it comes to renting vehicles and equipment. One of the most common vehicles to rent is the crane, which is among the most versatile pieces of equipment. Renting a crane can save you money and ensure you have a great experience with your crane. Cranes are useful for nearly every kind of construction project, from shipping to HVAC installation to even shipbuilding.

Heavy Lifting Transportation 62

Heavy Lifting Transportation Construction Equipment Lifts Cost Control 62

Business Facilities

JUNE 28, 2022

Over the next three years, green energy startup Versogen will create 49 new jobs at the FMC Stine Research Center in Newark, Delaware.

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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

Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 28, 2022

Sometimes you “do” bad things. Sometimes you “look like” you do bad things. Just look at the difference between Bad-boy Jack and my youngest daughter, who just “looks like” she’s up to no good. In the world of construction contracting, both can get in you in trouble, including a termination for default of performance. Appeals of Industrial Consultants, Inc. d/b/a W.

Government Works 62

Government Works HVAC Systems Curing Contracts 62

ENR Construction

JULY 1, 2022

Construction team Bridges Atrium to Connect Mechanical Equipment for Ferland Engineering Education and Design Center.

Construction Equipment 81

Construction Equipment Engineering 81

Construction Marketing

JUNE 27, 2022

Flatbed trucking is the pinnacle of heavy-load transportation. Whether you need to haul lumber, pallets, steel, materials for construction, or equipment, a flatbed truck can be your answer. Flatbeds trucking services offer tremendous versatility to a moving operation; let’s explore what makes flatbeds so versatile, the items you can and can’t haul on a flatbed, and how to hire your own flatbed.

Material Handling 62

Material Handling Construction Equipment Permits Landscaping 62

Business Facilities

JUNE 29, 2022

FedEx Ground will invest $52 million in Montgomery; Lockheed Martin will invest $16.5 million in Huntsville.

Infrastructure Development 80

Infrastructure Development 80

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Construction Management