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5 Safety Precautions For Multi-Level Construction Sites

Construction Marketing

Construction workers face various challenges in the course of their work. These challenges include using dangerous tools and poisonous chemicals and being around unsafe working environments. All these pose risks to the health of these workers. . As the owner of a construction firm , you’re responsible for enhancing the safety of your workers.

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Virginia Joins 11 Other States Prohibiting Pay-If-Paid Clauses in Construction Contracts

Best Practices Construction Law

If you have Googled, “ Virginia Pay If Paid ” or “ Virginia Pay When Paid ” or “ Pay if Paid Enforceable ” or “ best construction lawyer ever “, then you likely have found your way here (that last one is mere puffery ). Let’s cut to the chase—Virginia has joined 11 other states that have expressly prohibited “pay if paid” clauses in construction contracts.

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Tort claims for economic loss on construction projects – Avantage v WSP

Practical Law Construction

Construction claims usually arise out of a breach of contract , because it is easier to establish liability than under a tortious claim. However, where there is no contract or the contractual limitation period has expired, or a contracting party is insolvent or is uninsured, parties may have no choice but to bring a claim in tort. To succeed in an action for negligence at common law, it is well established that a claimant must prove that the defendant owes it a duty of care, that the defendant h

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Business Diversity Abounds In Virginia

Business Facilities

A solid education system, infrastructure investments, a strong workforce, and resilient business climate are just some of the many reasons why more and more companies choose to call Virginia home.

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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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How Tech-Enabled Contractors are Better Positioned to Recruit Smarter and Onboard Faster

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Learn how tech-enabled contractors are better positioned to recruit smarter and onboard faster.

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New Zealand Couple Live Self-Sufficiently

Natural Building

Dan Whittington and Merve Yesilkr had been living semi off-grid together for the last five years. A combination of losing their jobs due to the pandemic mandates, the cost of living and a “what am I doing with my life” moment led them down the path of becoming completely self-sufficient. Their expenses were less than $5000 in the last year, used to upgrade an old water pump system.

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Avoid Inefficiency and Profit Erosion by Syncing Your Field and Office Teams

Jobsite with Procore

Profitability and efficiency go hand in hand in construction, but it’s next to impossible to be operating on all cylinders if your teams aren’t on the same page.

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Higher Education Partnerships: Closing The Gap

Business Facilities

Partnerships with higher education organizations are making a clear impact on businesses today, especially regarding workforce training.

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8 Types of Kitchen Faucets | Kitchen Sink Faucets Types | Best Types of Sink Faucets

Civiconcepts

Introduction To Kitchen Faucets The kitchen faucets are used for dispensing cold water and hot water for washing or cleaning your plates, and dinner dishes, cleaning vegetables and fruits and … 8 Types of Kitchen Faucets | Kitchen Sink Faucets Types | Best Types of Sink Faucets Read More ».

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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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Texas High-Speed Rail Project CEO Exits Company, Board Disbands

ENR Construction

Texas Central Partners and its plan for a high-speed rail service between Dallas and Houston await a court ruling in an eminent domain case.

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Project Information Is Everywhere, Nowhere, or Inaccessible. Now What?

Jobsite with Procore

Construction projects produce huge amounts of data, but an abundance of information can be both a blessing and a curse, depending on how well it’s put to use.

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Ferrero Adding 200 Jobs In Illinois With First-Ever U.S. Kinder Bueno Plant

Business Facilities

The more than $214 million, 169,000-square-foot addition at the Bloomington, IL plant will produce Kinder Bueno products for the North American market.

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Tornadoes and Other Catastrophic Events Can Cripple a Construction Project—And How to Respond

Best Practices Construction Law

Last month, a construction worker died as a storm swept through a construction site in Lebanon, Indiana. The preliminary investigation determined that the contractor was on an elevated platform while working on an industrial warehouse that was under construction. The man and other workers were in the process of stopping due to approaching thunderstorms.

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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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Essential Reasons Why Everyone Should Be Certified in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design

Construction Marketing

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is a certification that aids in improving building performance and reduces the impact on the environment. It provides guidelines to create an efficient and sustainable built environment that encourages market competitiveness and public health improvement. People are becoming more conscious about their carbon footprint.

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Ground Broken for Next Phase of Development at Spruce Peak

PC Construction

The PC team joined members of Spruce Peak Realty and Bull Stockwell Allen at a ceremonial groundbreaking last week to mark the start of construction for the next phase of development at Spruce Peak in. The post Ground Broken for Next Phase of Development at Spruce Peak first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.

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The LEGO Group Picks Virginia For $1B Manufacturing Plant

Business Facilities

The beloved building toy maker will create more than 1,760 new jobs with its new manufacturing facility in Chesterfield County, VA. .

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You Can’t Treat Construction Claims Like Your Grandkids

Best Practices Construction Law

I have seven children. and two of them have flown the coop. I also have two grandchildren who are ripe for spoiling. You see, grandchildren are a different type of kid , which means I get to treat them different than the kiddos living under my roof. In construction, however, some courts have held that the type of contract delivery method do not change the treatment of the other contract clauses, such as the applicability of a differing site conditions clause.

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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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Welcome To The Essential Construction Blog

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It was early in 2021 and I was having one of those moments where I phased out in the middle of a conversation with my partner to think about the construction industry. She’s come to accept these from me now. It was at this point that I started developing the marketplace at [link] which has grown into the brand of Essential Construction. Our community has grown since then, we now have over 13,000 members, a little over 1,000 resources on our marketplace, over 100 tutorials and all of those

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Millennium Tower Review Team Recommends Approval for Reduced-scope Stabilization Plan

ENR Construction

Engineers working on the retrofit to stabilize the building developed a plan with 18 piles instead of 52, as had been considered earlier.

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Caterpillar Relocating Global HQ To Texas

Business Facilities

Caterpillar Inc. will move its global headquarters from its current location in Deerfield, IL to the company’s existing office in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

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Broad Form Lien Waivers No Longer Part of the Game in North Carolina

Best Practices Construction Law

North Carolina Avenue is one of the hottest properties in Monopoly, says most of my kids. And if you are a contractor or subcontractor in North Carolina, the law makers recently afforded you some additional protections to your lien rights. While many states prohibit prospective lien waivers—that is, an advanced waiver of lien rights usually included in a construction contract before the work is performed or the lien right arises—the General Assembly in North Carolina recently passed a new law t

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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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Welcome To The Essential Construction Blog

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It was early in 2021 and I was having one of those moments where I phased out in the middle of a conversation with my partner to think about the construction industry. She’s come to accept these from me now. It was at this point that I started developing the marketplace at [link] which has grown into the brand of Essential Construction. Our community has grown since then, we now have over 13,000 members, a little over 1,000 resources on our marketplace, over 100 tutorials and all of those

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A Call to Action on Digital Project Delivery

ENR Construction

Public officials at ENR FutureTech 2022 called for broader use of digital project delivery, while attendees flocked to see and hear the latest on jobsite robots and analytical AI

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Resia Establishing A New Manufacturing Operation In Florida

Business Facilities

Multifamily community real estate developer Resia will invest more than $40 million and create 200 jobs at a new factory in Bay County, FL.

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2022 Spectrum User Summit: The Biggest Technology Enhancements, Top User Experiences, and More

Viewpoint Construction Technology

We take a quick look back at the 2022 Spectrum User Summit—with construction technology enhancements at the forefront.

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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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A Guide to Working With Concrete in Cold Weather

cnstrctr

Understand the requirements and planning process for pouring concrete in cold weather.

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Construction Economics for June 20, 2022

ENR Construction

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics.

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PepsiCo Opens $8.5M Warehouse, Distribution Facility In Georgia

Business Facilities

New PepsiCo distribution center is part of the company’s $268 million investment in Georgia, and will create 50 new jobs in Commerce.

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