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Talent Attraction: Millennial Magnets

Business Facilities

Millennials will soon make up 75 percent of the U.S. workforce—and locations that offer the right balance of living, working and playing are the frontrunners to acquire their skills. - Read: Talent Attraction: Millennial Magnets at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Automatic for the People — Modern Tools for Construction Hiring

Viewpoint Construction Technology

With the help of Viewpoint’s HR Management software, construction HR departments can automate their onboarding, training and reporting processes.

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7 Key Precautions To Ensure Loading Dock Safety

Construction Marketing

Loading docks are the main entry points for all the goods distributed in markets and stores. Practically every product that you can buy have, at one point, passed through some busy loading docks. There’s no doubt that docks or bays located in freight terminals and warehouses play a vital role in commerce. . With all the hustle and bustle happening in loading docks, it shouldn’t surprise you that they’re a hotbed for injuries and accidents; countless dangers could occur in a typical dock.

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Three AEC firms launch a mass timber product for quicker school construction

BD+C

The website expertmarketresearch.com estimates that the value of the global cross-laminated timber market hit $779 million in 2020, and is expected to grow annually by 13% to $1.624 billion in 2026.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

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.

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The limits of a reply

Practical Law Construction

A claimant who receives a defence is not required to take any further step in relation to the statements of case. It can consider the pleadings closed and seek to move on to directions, disclosure, evidence and ultimately trial. Nevertheless, sometimes the claimant will want to react to or deal with the allegations made in the defence. In particular, the claimant or its advisors may think that there is some additional or alternative way of putting the claim which is not defeated by the pleaded d

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Frito-Lay To Create 160 Jobs With Texas Plant Expansion

Business Facilities

Snack manufacturer Frito-Lay will invest $200 million in its Rosenberg site, bringing total investment at the location to more than $330 million. - Read: Frito-Lay To Create 160 Jobs With Texas Plant Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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The countries with the most green buildings

BD+C

The United States is leading the way in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green buildings, according to new research by Uswitch.com, the comparison and switching service. .

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Analysis Reports Construction Employment Slips by 20K in May, Supply-Chain Problems Plague Nonresidential Contractors

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction employment declined for the third time in the past four months in May as nonresidential contractors coped with lengthening and unpredictable delivery times that limited their ability to start or complete projects, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data. Association officials added that many contractors report they are having a hard time finding qualified workers to hire as some people remain reluctant to return to work while thei

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Rebuilding Trust After A Negative Online Review

Contractor Bookkeeping

Online reviews are an essential marketing tool for many small businesses, especially for service-based businesses like yours. They give potential customers and clients a chance to see how effective your goods or services are, how responsive you are to your clients, and what other people's experiences of your business have been. As a result, the vast majority of people check online reviews before making a purchasing decision.

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Space Frame | Space Frame Structures | Space Frame Architecture | Types of Space Frame Structure |Space Frame System

Civiconcepts

What Is Space Frame? A Space Frame Structure can be defined as a stiff, lightweight, truss-like structure. It is constructed with interlocking struts in a geometric pattern. Space frames can … Space Frame | Space Frame Structures | Space Frame Architecture | Types of Space Frame Structure |Space Frame System Read More ».

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Stay Ahead in 2024 with Proven Strategies for Success

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.

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As many storefronts sit empty, 3 opportunities to rethink the ground floor of buildings

BD+C

The pandemic shows us what cities without vibrant and engaging commercial streets look like – when some of our favorite spaces are shuttered and instead of spending a day popping into shops, we are met with stores displaying ‘For Lease’ signs.

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Options for preventative roof maintenance

Construction Specifier

Photo © BigStockPhoto.com. by Ted Katsoris. “Congratulations, Mr. Smith! We are sure you will like your new car. Now before you go, let us go over the owner’s manual, particularly the required maintenance.”. This is a conversation many of us have had when purchasing a vehicle. Additionally, we make a mental note to take the car for the required service appointments.

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L’Oréal USA Investing $12M In Arkansas Expansion

Business Facilities

Cosmetics manufacturer L’Oréal will expand its North Little Rock, AR facility, bringing 45 new jobs to the region. - Read: L’Oréal USA Investing $12M In Arkansas Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Viewpoint: How Apprenticeships Create Paths to Better Lives

ENR Construction

The building trades in modern America have long been a path to the middle class, and construction apprentice training provides more than a middle-class income. The jobs are a path out of endless financial worry.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

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.

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Safdie Architects unveils design for ORCA Toronto

BD+C

Safdie Architects has shared its design for ORCA Toronto, a proposed mixed-use development in Downtown Toronto that weaves together the surrounding neighborhoods with a new 10.5-acre park. By decking over the 100-meter-wide, 800-meter-long rail corridor leading to Union Station, the project looks to reclaim a 16.5-acre site just west of CN Tower. Of the 16.5 acres, 10.5 acres are available for an urban park with six acres that feature residential, office, hotel, retail, and transit facilities.

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The CAT S62 Pro Rugged Smartphone Unleashes the Power of Thermal Imaging

Construction Junkie Blog

CAT S62 Pro. Cat Phones is known to make some pretty rugged smartphones, the kind of phone you don’t have to worry about on the jobsite – even without a case. Licensed by the construction equipment giant, Caterpillar, the phones are made by the UK-based Bullitt Group. The company recently announced the release of their new flagship smartphone model, the CAT S62 Pro.

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Business Executives’ Optimism About U.S. Economy Hits Three-Year High

Business Facilities

Nearly 70 percent of U.S. executives say their companies plan to expand in the next 12 months, up from 58 percent last quarter, finds new AICPA survey. - Read: Business Executives’ Optimism About U.S. Economy Hits Three-Year High at BusinessFacilities.com.

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FERC OKs Gas Pipeline Projects Without Greenhouse Gas Impact Statements

ENR Construction

Louisiana and North Dakota lines, estimated at $1.34 billion, will proceed, but two dissenting commissioners say projects lack needed review of the impact on climate change.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

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.

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Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital completes in Cave Creek, Ariz.

BD+C

Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital, a 35,000-sf hospital located in Cave Creek, Ariz., has completed construction. The new hospital features a 13-bed emergency department; an operating room and a three-bed pre-op/post-anesthesia care unit; eight inpatient rooms for overnight stays; an imaging suite for x-ray, ultrasound, and CT scans; and a laboratory. The emergency room will be open year-round, 24/7.

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Building a Strong Safety Culture

Safety Services Company

In recent years, many companies have started to realize the importance of building a strong safety culture within their workplace. The term “safety culture” can be defined as a company’s values, attitudes and beliefs about safety. It takes into account the mindsets and behaviors that all employees have towards safety – including managers, workers, and other key stakeholders.

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Landing Relocating HQ To Alabama

Business Facilities

Fast-growing flexible apartment rental company Landing will move its corporate headquarters from San Francisco to Birmingham, AL, creating over 800 jobs. - Read: Landing Relocating HQ To Alabama at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Procore Releases New Preconstruction and BIM Tools, Offers Lowe's Discount

ENR Construction

Firm has added the first new features for its cloud-based construction management software platform since its initial public offering in May.

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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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ASHRAE updates health care facility ventilation standard

BD+C

ASHRAE recently released an updated edition of ANSI/ASHRAE/ASHE Standard 170, Ventilation of Health Care Facilities. The 2021 edition delivers critical guidance for designers and operators and incorporates 17 addenda to the 2017 edition of the standard. Changes include: · Expanded requirements to allow airborne infectious isolation room exhaust discharge to general exhaust under certain conditions.

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Entering Values using the Project Base Point

Revit OpEd

A recent message asked how they can enter values into the Project Base Point (PBP) like we used to be able to do when the PBP had a clipped/not clipped status. The answer is Specify Coordinates at Point (SPaC). They wanted to enter 8,000,000/8,000,000 as their example. R2021 won't accept that value but R2019 would. In the past, when we selected the PBP, entered coordinate values, it actually shifted the Survey Coordinate System (SCS) away from the Origin/PBP.

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Don’t Miss Our Labor Market Recovery Report Webinar!

Business Facilities

In this free webinar, Emsi EVP Josh Wright will crunch the latest labor market data and share his outlook on sectors and regions poised for recovery, the impact of remote work, and more. - Read: Don’t Miss Our Labor Market Recovery Report Webinar! at BusinessFacilities.com.

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The 2021 Top 100 Professional Service Firms: Good in a Crisis

ENR Construction

Not so “alternative” anymore is one way to describe the rise of alternative project delivery. Revenue for construction management-at-risk and design-build delivery reached all-time highs before the recent pandemic plagued the market. But this year’s company rankings tell a more complicated story about alternative project delivery during a crisis.

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Outdated ERP? Spot the Signs Before It Stalls Your Progress

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.

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SOM redesigns Chicago’s State/Lake Station

BD+C

The City of Chicago, Chicago Department of Transportation, and Chicago Transit Authority have recently revealed preliminary designs for the State/Lake elevated station and Red Line Connection in downtown Chicago. The station is the second busiest in the CTA network. The proposed $180 million design includes wider, safer platforms, a sweeping glass canopy to protect passengers from the elements, a new accessible fly-over connection bridge, new elevators for riders of all mobilities, and a public

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Automation in Construction | Advantages of Automation | Applications of Automation | Where Are Use Automation in Construction Sector

CivilJungle

Introduction of Automation in Construction. Construction is one of the largest industries all over the world. The various Reports states that the construction sector contributes to about 10% of the economy of the country. The construction industry has one of the largest market capitalization and potential. Despite there are many construction firms which are struggling due to a shortage of skilled workmanship and slow rate of the completion of the projects.

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Three Companies To Invest More Than $160M In Indiana Expansions 

Business Facilities

Tempur Sealy, ITS Logistics, and Ludo Fact USA will create a total of 600 new jobs in Montgomery, Boone, and Tippecanoe counties. . - Read: Three Companies To Invest More Than $160M In Indiana Expansions at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Project Management App Buildup Acquired by Stanley X

ENR Construction

In a surprising shift for a traditional tool manufacturer, Stanley X, the innovation division of Stanley Black & Decker, has acquired Buildup, a project management platform used by general contractors and trade workers for punchlists, RFIs and inspections.

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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