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Why Belonging Matters in Construction

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Over the last few years, many architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) companies have started to take a serious look at diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives. While progress has been made, there’s still a long road ahead. . Building a sense of belonging is one aspect of the DE&I equation that often gets lost. Firms work so hard to attract diverse talent, they often forget it’s essential to foster an environment of real inclusion.

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Bridgestone Will Invest $550M In Tennessee Manufacturing Expansion

Business Facilities

To support growing demand in the commercial vehicle sector, Nashville-based Bridgestone will create 380 jobs at its truck and bus radial tire plant in Morrison, TN. Meanwhile, Ventcon grows in Madison County.

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Are You Charging Enough? Why You Should Raise Your Prices

Contractor Bookkeeping

There comes a time for every small business to raise its prices. While it may seem scary, remember that it's your job to keep costs fair for you and your customers. That means you have to charge prices that work for you and allow you to remain in business. Am I Not Charging Enough? Knowledge leads to profits and cash flow. What makes knowledge powerful?

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20 Best Low light Houseplants | Top Low Light Indoor Plants | Indoor Plants For Low Light

Civiconcepts

Introduction The low light situation is always a challenge for the indoor planting or gardener, Even plants that are well grown in outdoor shade tend to require more light. When … 20 Best Low light Houseplants | Top Low Light Indoor Plants | Indoor Plants For Low Light Read More ».

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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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Preconstruction Professionals: You Won’t Want to Miss Autodesk University 2022

Autodesk Construction Cloud

After two years of online events, we’re thrilled to announce that Autodesk University will be back in-person and better than ever before! We’ve made sure to pack every hour of the event with opportunities for you to learn, grow, and connect. Whether you’re learning from experts in a dynamic conversation panel, rubbing shoulders with industry professionals at an evening reception, or learning about emerging technologies, there won’t be a wasted moment.

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Cheap Geothermal Air Conditioning

Natural Building

Here is a geothermal air conditioning system you can install for about $1,000 that only uses about 100 watts to operate 24/7 cooling your house, garage or greenhouse. You can watch the video at www.youtube.com. The Simple Tek YouTube channel has lots of interesting content on solar, heating, cooling, greenhouses, and more.

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15 Engineering Drawing Instruments | Drawing Instruments and Their Uses | Top Drawing Instruments

Civiconcepts

Introduction To Engineering Drawing In engineering drawing, engineering-related objects like walls, electrical fitting, pipes, machines, buildings, etc are drawn with specific shapes and sizes so they require different Types of … 15 Engineering Drawing Instruments | Drawing Instruments and Their Uses | Top Drawing Instruments Read More ».

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Webinars & Construction Events in September 2022

Autodesk Construction Cloud

It’s that time of the year! Autodesk University 2022 is happening in-person, in none other than New Orleans. Make sure to get your tickets now and get ready for an AU full of construction industry trends, deep dives, keynotes, product education, and so much more. And of course, you’ll be able to network with the best and most innovative minds in the industry.

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Kentucky Welcomes Nearly 360 New Jobs This Week

Business Facilities

Bluegrass Bottling will create 27 jobs in Lancaster, Summit Packaging Solutions is bringing 254 jobs to Boone County, and Atlas Machine and Supply’s new Hardinsburg HQ will result in 78 jobs.

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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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Cladding and fire safety – more reaction to Martlet v Mulalley

Practical Law Construction

At the end of last month, Tom Coulson and Amy Armitage discussed the decision of Martlet Homes Ltd v Mulalley & Co Ltd , the first decision from the TCC on fire safety defects following the Grenfell Tower tragedy. This decision is highly significant for the construction industry, given the number of similar cases which are either progressing through the courts or at the pre-action stage.

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18 Types of Natural Disasters | What Is Natrual Disaster & Its Types | Top Natural Disasters | Name Natural Disasters

Civiconcepts

What are Natural Disasters? Any adverse event occurring due to nature is called a Natural Disaster, in other words, you can consider any negative event which is caused by a … 18 Types of Natural Disasters | What Is Natrual Disaster & Its Types | Top Natural Disasters | Name Natural Disasters Read More ».

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The Connected Construction Professional Series: Construction HR and Payroll Professionals

Viewpoint Construction Technology

A look at how connected construction solutions are streamlining contractors’ HR processes.

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LEAN Construction Facts

Job Order Contracting

LEAN Construction FACTS. Core principles of LEAN and LEAN construction predate TOYOTA and TPS. LEAN solutions that integrate People, Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery and that are capable of 30%-40% cost savings are readily available. The following are NOT LEAN construction solutions, but span a variety of philosophies and/or individual components tools: LastPlanner System, Kaizen, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping (VPM), Construction Process Analysis (CPA), Five Whys, Pareto Analysis, 5S,

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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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Growing Green Energy

Business Facilities

Investments in renewable energy are driving job growth and site selection decisions across the nation.

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Oil Firms Show Interest to Build Gulf of Mexico Offshore Wind

ENR Construction

Energy companies note area's existing oil-gas infrastructure and supply chain as feds push forward to lease project sites off Louisiana and northern Texas, possibly next year.

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2022 Job Order Contract Best Management Practices

Building Information Management

2022 Job Order Contract Best Management Practices. Research and ind ependent third party audits have found the following to be characteristic of JOC Program implementations: o JOC contracts using a 3rd party intermediary (consultants) result in higher costs, less benefit to public sector owners, and potential for fraud. o JOC Programs can significant reduced both Owner and Design-builder administrative burden. o JOC Programs directly implemented by Owners with the the support of leadership simpl

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Learnings from JOC Program Audits and AEC Industry Research

Job Order Contracting

There are multiple learnings from JOC Program Audits ( see audit results ). Lack of direct Owner participation and leadership (versus using a third party intermediary/consultants) can result in higher overall costs, higher JOC Program administrative costs, lack of cost visibility and controls, and a potential for misuse/fraud. The use of localization factors (city cost indices, area cost factors) or economic factors (ENR, CPI…) does not provide adequate cost control or cost visibility.

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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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The Sunshine State Is Bright For Business

Business Facilities

Florida offers a thriving economy and competitive cost of doing business­­, coupled with a top-ranked labor force and pro-business climate.

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Specialty Contractors in High Demand Amid Supply Constraints

ENR Construction

Steep inflation over the past few months has exacerbated what was already a volatile market for construction materials, further complicating specialty contractors’ efforts to successfully navigate a post-pandemic environment where many markets remain active, albeit with resources in short supply.

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ANZ Construction Industry Forecast—Part 2 of 2: Opportunities in the Next Five Years

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Part 2 of this two-part series looks at the opportunities Australian and New Zealand contractors have ahead of them.

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Construction Productivity Solutions

Job Order Contracting

Construction productivity solutions are readily available that integrate planning, procurement, and project delivery to consistently enable on-time, on-budget, quality outcomes with full financial visibility and compliance. “Procore”, “Revit”, (insert any tech) are not solutions. They don’t embed robust programmatic frameworks and current verifiable granular local market task data.

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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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More Than 100 Jobs, $40M Investment Likely Headed To Lubbock 

Business Facilities

Two manufacturing projects will create a total of 133 new jobs and $41.6 million of capital investment in Lubbock, Texas.

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2022 Top 250 International Contractors: Firms Build Inroads to Recovery

ENR Construction

Amid an increasingly complex global construction market, Top 250 International Contractors report that owners are placing a greater emphasis on meeting basic project goals—delivered on time, under budget and at promised value.

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MAE Choose Rapport3 To Centralise Their Projects And Finances

Rapport3

MAE Architects chose a Rapport3 package to centralise their projects and finances. MAE have a team of 45+ that work on and design buildings that seek to address today’s urban, social and environmental challenges. Their aim is always to create buildings and places that enrich culture and society. With a clear focus on brownfield sites, they promote green policies.

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Root Causes of Construction Project Variability

Job Order Contracting

Here a list of the root causes of construction project variability resulting in 85% of ALL repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds being… late, over budget, unsatisfactory to one or more participants or stakeholders, or otherwise economically or environmentally wasteful. Addressing the Root Causes of Construction Project Variability can easily result in 10 to 30 percent reductions in expected completion time and cost savings of 10 to 25 percent or more.

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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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PPG Investing $9M In Texas Expansion

Business Facilities

PPG will create 12 jobs as it expands the adhesives and sealants production line at its manufacturing facility in Temple, Texas.

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Michigan Judge Refuses to Move Line 5 Pipeline Case to State Court

ENR Construction

State governor and attorney general seek to shut down oil pipeline, claiming it is unsafe and poses an environmental threat to the Straits of Mackinac. .

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MAE Choose Rapport3 To Centralise Their Projects And Finances

Rapport3

MAE Architects chose a Rapport3 package to centralise their projects and finances. MAE have a team of 45+ that work on and design buildings that seek to address today’s urban, social and environmental challenges. Their aim is always to create buildings and places that enrich culture and society. With a clear focus on brownfield sites, they promote green policies.