Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 10, 2022
How Connected Construction Solutions Can Simplify Your Work, Reduce the Typical Project Headaches, and Get You Home in Time for Dinner for a Change.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 11, 2022
Producer Owned Beef plans facility in Amarillo; Kroger opens Customer Fulfillment Center in Dallas; Synthica Energy to build food waste-powered renewable natural gas facility in San Antonio.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 11, 2022
For several years, the world has been completely disrupted, and many in-person events have been canceled or postponed. We’re happy to tell you that Autodesk University is back in action and will be hosted in-person this year live in New Orleans. . September 27-29, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and gain crucial knowledge about the construction industry with professionals and experts ready to give you the industry insights you need at Autodesk University 2022.
Work Gearz
AUGUST 10, 2022
There is not much difference between a work boot and a motorcycle boot, as what we look for in a solid pair of boots is safety and comfort. And both work and motorcycle boot provides us that. However, there are considerable differences between the two and that is why they are employed for different activities. The most noticeable difference between a work boot and a motorcycle boot is the extra padding in the toe designed in motorcycle boots to protect it.
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.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 10, 2022
The role of a project manager in construction is more critical than ever. Read these tips for effective Project Management in Construction.
Contractor Bookkeeping
AUGUST 12, 2022
Payroll is one of those things that starts quite simple. You build your construction business, hire a few employees, and things tick along pretty well. It’s straightforward enough to keep everything in line at first, but what happens to most companies is that they grow! However, having an employee is different than when it’s just you meeting the client, doing the work, and collecting the money.
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Natural Building
AUGUST 12, 2022
Christopher Alexander, architect, academic and writer, died 17 March 2022; he was 85 years old. Christopher saw buildings and cities as living frameworks for human beings. He sought “to provide a complete working alternative to our present ideas about architecture, building and planning”. Like many critics of postwar reconstruction, he saw much that was destructive of community and incapable of elevating the human spirit, and set about a systematic approach to making buildings in which people co
Business Facilities
AUGUST 8, 2022
The Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) recently approved projects including business expansions in Zeeland, Detroit, and Sterling Heights; community revitalization projects in Lansing.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 12, 2022
LEAN Capital Project Delivery (LEAN CPD) creates a dynamic, collaborative environment in which repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds requirements can consistently be achieved in a quality manner, on-time, on-budget, and in full compliance. Any public sector real property owner can realize the above and reduce waste by 30% to 40% with a bit of leadership and commitment.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 12, 2022
The construction industry has seen impressive growth over the last several decades, and with that growth has come major opportunities for those who want to take advantage of them. From getting involved in small builds to working with small businesses, there are opportunities for people to try new roles and experiences to find their niche in the industry.
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The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 10, 2022
The project will add a total of 199MW of battery-storage capacity at carefully selected sites across the country to improve reliability of public power utility Eskom's transmission grid.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 12, 2022
With help from the state's EDTIF program, tZERO Group will invest over $2 million and create 80 new jobs at its Utah headquarters over the next eight years.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 11, 2022
Here’s a concise list of requirements for a successful JOC Program. Competitive solicitation for professional JOC contractors based upon performance and technical ability. Selection of multiple JOC contractors with proven performance and expertise. Published unit price book that is locally researched and regularly updated (no use of location or economic factors).
Learn Civil Engineering
AUGUST 12, 2022
Drainage systems are complex frameworks. They always deal with the need of removing wastewater from home. These structures help to prevent toxic sewage from underground drainage from backing up. In all drainage systems, gully traps are the best pick for your home. Gully traps have connections between the barriers. These traps avoid to escaping water […].
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Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 6, 2022
Teams said to be led by Huntington Ingalls Industries, Westinghouse protest U.S. Energy Dept. award of possible 10-year contract to manage construction and operations at huge WIPP nuclear disposal site in New Mexico.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 10, 2022
Companies are choosing high quality offices to encourage employees to work from the office and be their most productive when there, according to CBRE analysis.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 11, 2022
Learning about Job Order Contracting? What is Job Order Contracting (JOC) ? JOC is both a procurement mechanism and a project delivery method. When designed and managed properly, JOC integrates planning, procurement, and project delivery processes and teams under a consistent programmatic workflow. In terms of procurement JOC is bid indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract between a facility owner and a professional JOC construction contractor.
CivilJungle
AUGUST 12, 2022
What Is Building? A building is a structure that consists of a roof, floor, walls, foundations, door, windows, etc. The building shelters us, protection from weather and bugs, and thieves, and provides all comforts that help us live a better life. The building can be constructed depending on many factors, including weather conditions, soil conditions, and which types of materials are available in the construction area.
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.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 10, 2022
With a tight labor market and construction still booming in many regions of the country, one category of worker that has felt stretched thin has been equipment operators.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 8, 2022
The U.S. and China earned the top two spots for Foreign Direct Investment (Worldwide) in Business Facilities’ 2022 Global Rankings Report.
Centurion CM
AUGUST 11, 2022
Centurion is celebrating another successful project in the books with JCW Creative’s new Government Street location! Check out the results to see how we made their vision of growth possible to reach their full potential. The post Creating the Ideal Collaborative Workspace for JCW Creative appeared first on Centurion Construction Management.
CivilJungle
AUGUST 11, 2022
When you buy a home, there are a number of factors that go into how much you pay. Market value has a lot more to do with supply and demand than any material factor. This is why a tiny apartment in NYC can cost more than a massive four-bedroom home in a place like Pittsburgh. The ‘actual’ value of your home is sometimes a tiny part of the equation. But what does your home really cost?
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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.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 8, 2022
An independent review raised concerns the bridge could collapse under certain load conditions, Texas Dept. of Transportation officials say.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 10, 2022
In North Carolina, economic development is flourishing with record investment in 2021. An Annual report from EDPNC shares the highlights.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 11, 2022
It can be difficult to make meaningful changes to your BIM/VDC workflows if you’re not learning from others who are doing it well. The challenge, of course, is that open access to another company’s secret sauce isn’t very common. Lucky for us, one of our Autodesk Assemble customers was kind enough to let us dig into their preconstruction and prefabrication workflows with BIM and Assemble.
Trekker Group
AUGUST 10, 2022
Your hands play an important role in your work at a construction site. Being able to comfortably use tools and handle objects is essential, but also makes your hands particularly vulnerable to injury. They’re frequently close to many dangers and have many delicate bones and joints that if damaged, can make work difficult and painful. Fortunately, there are many ways to protect your hands.
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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.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 10, 2022
Batey M. Gresham, Jr., former president of the American Institute of Architects and cofounder of Gresham Smith, died Aug. 6 at 88. .
Business Facilities
AUGUST 11, 2022
A diversified economy for Scottsdale, Arizona includes a focus on creating a tract of land catering to corporate facilities.
VPO Blog
AUGUST 10, 2022
Dear Abby, It feels like the magic is gone. I’ve thrown my heart into this relationship because people are depending on me to make it to work, but I have to confess that lately, my eye is wandering. The stakes are too high for me to move on unless I’m sure it’s the right call, though, so please help. How will I know?
Natural Building
AUGUST 10, 2022
The Matter. Space. Soul restaurant pavilion in Bangladesh is minimal in that entire elements constituting the mass of the structure are stripped away. What remains is a beacon of extreme utility related to vernacular construction and materials. . The restaurant owner wished to extend his existing restaurant space, away from the metropolitan, wanting patrons to “breathe and isolate” The site fits that description, and the structure was realized as a stilted bamboo pavilion bordering e
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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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