Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 31, 2022
August saw new laws and more federal funding for construction projects, boosts in hiring and construction starts, and more women in construction roles.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
By Makoto S. Weinstein, PE and Scott A. Tomlinson, PE. Photo © iStock. Designers of new construction and renovation projects sometimes prefer to use exterior-grade waterproofing and roofing products (collectively referred to as “exterior-grade waterproofing” in this article) within interior space for improved performance compared to typical interior-grade waterproofing products.
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Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
Traditionally, employers have relied on giving employees raises to retain their staff and reward them for being hard-working and loyal. Raises can get expensive, and there is often an upper limit for what you can offer regarding increasing salaries and wages. Keeping your employees happy makes business sense. You want to keep your good employees, and it costs money to find, hire and train new staff.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 29, 2022
As part of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, Qualified Opportunity Zones across the U.S. provide a vehicle to reinvest capital gains for near- and long-term tax benefits.
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 30, 2022
Project managers face many challenges, from cost overruns to safety concerns—but connected construction tools can help.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
With the advent of so many new construction technologies, general contractors are currently sitting at a fork in the digital road. There are existing systems that have worked (or at least, have gotten the job done), and then there’s the next step in the evolution of these systems. The big push from most ConTech companies revolves around data, which makes sense.
Construction Project Zone brings together the best content for construction projects from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 31, 2022
Centrally located in the thriving Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Irving-Las Colinas is recognized as the “Headquarters of Headquarters,” with more Fortune 1000 global headquarters per capita than any other city in Texas.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 31, 2022
Billions in proposed wind-generated hydrogen projects in Atlantic provinces get attention as Canada sees key role in energy transition for Germany, Europe and elsewhere.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 31, 2022
From healthcare to food services, nearly every industry has been impacted by serious labor shortages in the last year. In construction, these shortages are nothing new, but how the industry is addressing them is changing. . So, what exactly is the state of the construction labor market today, and what are firms doing to recruit qualified workers? .
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
Greater focus is required upon Construction Project Delivery Leadership in the public sector. Efficient management of the built environment is critical to the environment, economy, and our overall well being. Repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build activities however have been notoriously ill managed. Both formal and professional education have not prepared real property owners to address the basics of planning, procurement, and project delivery that enable the consistent delivery of qu
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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.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 31, 2022
Nucor will expand its Berkeley County, SC steel manufacturing facility. In Marion County, auto body parts supplier DMA Sales will invest $5M to expand its operations.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 31, 2022
Contractors battle drug addiction by making treatment medication Narcan more available on jobsites, providing training to respond to overdoses and fostering prevention measures,
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
A contract’s a contract, right? You describe what will be delivered when, how much the customer owes, and sign on the dotted line. If only it were that simple. There are many construction contract types out there. The construction industry uses different kinds of agreements depending on the project’s scope, delivery, schedule, budget, and the parties involved.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 30, 2022
Facilities Maintenance and Repair Goals include… Optimizing asset value. Life-cycle management in concert with organizational mission. Maximization of maintenance and repair cost visibility and cost management. Mitigation of unplanned events. Enhancement of facility user experiences and satisfaction. Integration of internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery team.
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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.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 31, 2022
The region has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing economies in the nation and is just a short drive away from major mid-Atlantic cities including New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
County seeks proposals to redevelop MetroCenter in downtown Miami, estimating more than 23 million sq ft of new building in the next 12 to 15 years.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 30, 2022
The Australian Government’s commitment to being net-zero by 2050 has ensured that the focus of every industry sector across the country is firmly on reducing emissions. However, as much of the nation’s industry is heavily reliant on fossil fuels, moving to greener, more sustainable alternatives is likely to be a challenge. For some sectors, the transition is well underway.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
By Shawn McCormick. Photos courtesy Clopay® Corporation. From schools, healthcare facilities, and hospitality spaces to manufacturing plants, event complexes, and shipping centers, commercial garage doors are essential, high-use components of the built environment. Their performance directly impacts the safety, security, and functionality of the structures in which they are installed, as they are often cycled dozens of times a day to help protect people and property, and help keep industries mov
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.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 31, 2022
Camp Hall is a first-of-its-kind, master-planned industrial work space located in Charleston, S.C. As a convergence of people, place and programming, Camp Hall delivers thoughtful infrastructure and logistical features that empower people — and business — to thrive.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 30, 2022
The Mountain States sustainability and safety winners will be honored along with other Best Projects winners in ceremonies in Salt Lake City and Denver in the first week of December.
Levelset
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
Errors and omissions (E&O) insurance covers contractors against financial loss resulting from mistakes, errors, or claims of negligence. While general liability insurance covers against claims related to injury or property damage, errors and omissions insurance protects from lawsuits related to financial loss. For example, an electrical contractor who failed to properly wire a building may cause a costly repair for the general contractor.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
The construction industry added 16,000 jobs on net in August, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has risen by 311,000 jobs or 4.2%. Nonresidential construction employment rose by 4,300 positions on net, with positive growth in two of three subcategories.
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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.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 31, 2022
Significant population shifts, the pandemic, and Industry innovations are shaping the site decisions healthcare and medical device companies are making.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 29, 2022
Trade groups said they needed more time to respond to the agency's questions about a proposal to lower blood lead levels that would necessitate a worker's medical removal.
Shiel Sexton
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
Shiel Sexton Spotlight… Our next Shiel Sexton Spotlight is Natalie Shotts, one of our Estimators! She has been working at Shiel Sexton for four years now, and in this interview, she talked with us about what she likes about the organization, her position, and her recent transition to operations. What is your position within Shiel Sexton? For the last four years I’ve worked as one of our Estimators in the Indy office, but now I am currently transitioning to a new role where I’ll be working
Natural Building
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
Lloyd Kahn and Shelter Publications has just published another spectacular book of eye candy featuring hundreds of color photographs of various forms of shelter on wheels. Within these pages you will find 11 vans, 9 all-terrain vehicles, 2 solar powered vehicles, 23 campers on pickups, 7 house trucks, 4 house buses, 13 trailers and 5 cycles. Each one of these is accompanied by the story behind its creation and a list of “vital statistics” regarding components.
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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.
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
A marquee initiative of EDA’s American Rescue Plan, this program awards between $25 and $65 million to rebuild regional economies across the nation.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 30, 2022
An independent panel of judges has selected 13 Best Projects and six Awards of Merit across 13 categories as part of ENR Northwest's Annual Best Project's competition.
Shiel Sexton
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
Shiel Sexton Spotlight… Our next Shiel Sexton Spotlight is Natalie Shotts, one of our Estimators! She has been working at Shiel Sexton for four years now, and in this interview, she talked with us about what she likes about the organization, her position, and her recent transition to operations. What is your position within Shiel Sexton? For the last four years I’ve worked as one of our Estimators in the Indy office, but now I am currently transitioning to a new role where I’ll be working
CivilJungle
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
All About of Concrete Batching. Generally, concrete is a multipurpose , eco-friendly construction material that is widely used in most construction all over the world. Concrete is also an inexpensive material. Now we need to prepare this type of material, but if you are going to prepare good quality, then you need to consider all the components with the required amount to get an accurate product; that process is called batching.
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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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