Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
New guidance on infrastructure projects, environmental rules, collective bargaining, construction workforce gaps and more made headlines in February.
Construction Marketing
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Marketing your business can put you in high demand in your community. Higher material prices make customers choosier about which projects they want to start. As a result, some reduce the scope of existing projects, which can leave construction companies with fewer jobs. Competition is already fierce, but by marketing your business online with the emphasis on the right things, you can ensure a steady stream of clients who want your services.
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Contractor Bookkeeping
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
When you run your own business, it's tempting to take on every responsibility. There are many reasons for doing so: you want something done a specific way because you don't have the time to explain how to do it or because you're not sure someone else can handle the task. Delegating saves you valuable time and energy. Sharing duties with your team also fosters a sense of responsibility, engages them, and helps them develop their skills.
Civiconcepts
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
What Is Stucco? Stucco is made of Portland cement, sand, water, fiber, pigments, Hydraulic cement, and lime. It is applied as a stucco finish on the exterior phase of the … What Is Stucco | 7 Types of Stucco Finishes | Types of Stucco Materials | Best Stucco Finish For Home | Stucco Finishes | StuccoTextures | Modern Stucco Finishes ?
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.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
Construction innovations are progressing rapidly, and the industry now has a tremendous amount of resources to advance construction technology. Construction tech funding hit a record high of $2.1 billion in 2021 —a 100% increase from the year before. . These investments in innovations pay off significantly; research shows that firms that are rated as “digitally savvy” outperform companies by as much as 48% on revenue and 15% on net margin.
Learn Civil Engineering
FEBRUARY 19, 2022
To calculate the quantity of cement, sand, and aggregate quantity in concrete, we need to have the volume and the grade of the concrete structure of which we want the quantity. Step 1: Calculating the dry volume out of the wet volume of the concrete by multiplying the wet volume of concrete with 1.54 (1.54 […].
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Civiconcepts
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
What Is Plywood? Plywood is engineering wood that is made up of glueing several layers of wood together. Also, there are different types of plywood used for furniture like cabinets, … 15 Different Types of Plywood | What Is Plywood and Their Types | 15 Best Types of Plywood for Furniture Read More ».
Autodesk Construction Cloud
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
This year certainly feels more optimistic than years past, and March is showing up with a long list of in-person events across the US. With no shortage of networking and learning opportunities this month, you’ll find construction events happening from California to New York, and every time zone in between. In fact, you can find us at several of them, both regional and national.
Learn Civil Engineering
FEBRUARY 19, 2022
Importance of quantity estimation in a project Estimating quantity of different material in a construction project helps in to give the stakeholder of the project an idea of the quantity required for different material in the project which indeed makes it easy to plan for the same so that the project cost can be estimated […].
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
Current trends in Job Order Contracting Process Improvement are enabling improve cost management. Collaborative planning, procurement, and project delivery teams. Improve owner leadership and support. Less dependence upon third party consultants. No excessive fees for JOC products and services based upon a percentage of construction volume. Mutually beneficial outcomes for owners and design-builders. via Four BT, LLC – www.4bt.us – Locally researched detailed line item construction c
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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
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
More than half of insurers surveyed in new study by broker Ames & Gough report claim severity was worse in 2021 than the prior year, with half saying they raised premiums 6% to more than 10%.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Evaluating a subcontractor’s health before awarding work has become more important than ever for general contractors. For one thing, circumstances can change quickly in today’s uncertain construction industry. For another, work delays from 2021 are likely to impact the risk of subcontractor default in 2022 and beyond. . The following standard financial ratios can help risk management teams evaluate potential trade partners during the subcontractor qualification process.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 21, 2022
Mobile construction analytics and business intelligence tools are being expanded for use in the field. Read more.
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
Sometimes it can be beneficial to look at how not to run JOC Program! How NOT to run a JOC Program – 1. (Graphics Source: JOC Audit, City of Long Beach, City Auditor). via Four BT, LLC – www.4bt.us – Locally researched detailed construction cost data and LEAN JOC Program solutions. The post How NOT to run a JOC Program appeared first on 4BT.
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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
FEBRUARY 20, 2022
White House seeks comment by March 18 on approaches to extract CO2 from sources and from the air, with $2B for new pipelines. Capture projects have strong critics, but DOE also funds $4M of planned Rio Tinto-Talon Metals nickel mine demo project in Minnesota.
Work Gearz
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Prints are something that never goes out of fashion. Be it spring, summer or rains, a pop of color in the form of little paintings and prints is something everybody adores. With a lot of DIY tips, tricks and tutorials floating around acrylic painting on clothes has become a very common thing as well. Now we are all able to print on or paint of acrylic flowers or designs on to our clothes and don them with pride or gift them with love.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
It’s important to be strategic with your planning and technology investments. And for your technology to succeed, you need to have the right processes and groundwork in place. If the underlying process isn’t working, then simply adding technology may not be the right first step. Judd Fuoto , Construction Technologies Manager at Southland Industries , sat down with us to discuss his role there, what it takes to lay a strong foundation for getting innovative technology off the ground, and how to w
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
Job Order Contracting is a LEAN process and should never be used to simply speed procurement or bypass critical assurances against improper practices. Many public sector organizations don’t have a complete view of their JOC processes. FIVE issues associated with inefficient and ineffective JOC PROCESSES. Higher Costs. Less Organizational Efficiency.
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
FEBRUARY 20, 2022
UK and Finnish technologies provide designers quicker reads of embodied carbon impacts of their structural and materials choices. "We've been waiting for [something like this] for as long as I've been in the industry," says one engineering firm manager.
Natural Building
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
This straw bale roundhouse in Benbow, Northern California, provides a comfortable living temperature that adjusts to the summer and winter months. It has a central post and large beams on the ceiling. There is a large kitchen, living and dining room, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and open loft above for storage. There are built-in shelving, alcoves, arched entryways, custom woodwork.
Work Gearz
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
Doc Martens boots are especially designed for the perfect combination of comfort and sturdiness needed by the industrial workers so that they can wear the boots for long working hours with ease and also combat harsh industrial elements and environments. But the question in hand is…. Can you wear Doc Martens boots in the snow? To answer this, I have made this detailed guide with the features present in Doc Martens boots and shall tally them for qualifying as snow or at least winter boots.
OmTrak
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
Why Facility Management Systems can go wrong. Implementing a new FM or Asset Management System (AMS) can be both high risk and a disappointment if not done well. Statistics from the web state approximately 70% of IT projects are failures. The Top Mistakes when implementing a Facility Management System. One in six IT projects has a cost overrun of 200% plus, and IBM cites only 40% of IT projects meet its criteria for success (schedule, budget, and quality).
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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
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
New Associated Builders and Contractors model shows industry this year will need nearly 650,000 additional workers above normal hiring pace to meet demand for labor.
AEC Business
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Extended Reality (XR) can be combined to create greater efficiency if we know the workflows and implementation strategies well. “Industry 4.0 for the Built Environment” is a key topic in our sector and it is also the title of a new Springer book edited by Marzia Bolpagni, Rui Gavina, and […] The post From BIM to Extended Reality: Six Essential Skills to Succeed appeared first on AEC Business.
Work Gearz
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
If you live in the cold areas or are planning for a trek to the cold mountains, you definitely cannot do without a good pair of insulated boots. . But choosing the right pair of insulated boots is not that easy because various factors will pop up on the way of selection like how many grams of insulation do you need for your boots, on what factors do the grams of insulation depend and so on….
OmTrak
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
Why Facility Management Systems can go wrong. Implementing a new FM or Asset Management System (AMS) can be both high risk and a disappointment if not done well. Statistics from the web state approximately 70% of IT projects are failures. The Top Mistakes when implementing a Facility Management System. One in six IT projects has a cost overrun of 200% plus, and IBM cites only 40% of IT projects meet its criteria for success (schedule, budget, and quality).
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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
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
The $279 million Massachusetts Institute of Technology Lincoln Laboratory (MIT LL) will break ground this spring at Hanscom Air Force Base in Boston’s western suburbs.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Construction input prices rose 3.5% in January compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index data. Nonresidential construction input prices increased 3.1% for the month. Construction input prices are up 23.6% over the past 12 months, while nonresidential construction input prices rose 24.3%.
Work Gearz
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Carhartt is one of the best activewear clothing brands. Carhartt shirts in particular are known for their baggy look. They are made of duck cotton; hence, they’re easily distinguished for their comfort. . Since it’s duck cotton, people usually think whether or not their pre-washed Carhartt shirt will shrink – the answer is, mostly NO!
Learn Civil Engineering
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Diversion headworks is constructed across a river to obstruct the flow of the river and raise the water level and afterward it will be diverted to the canals for irrigation and other purposes. Diversion headworks are also constructed over the canals it is also called canal headworks which help to regulate water supply flow into […].
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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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