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Wohlsen Construction Announces Regional Vice President for North Jersey Operations

Wholsen Construction

We are pleased to announce that Mauro Rubbo has been named Regional Vice President for our North Jersey Operations. Mauro will continue to serve as the Regional Vice President of our Connecticut. The post Wohlsen Construction Announces Regional Vice President for North Jersey Operations appeared first on Wohlsen Construction.

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Debunking 5 Myths of Construction Management in the Cloud

Viewpoint Construction Technology

As more and more contractors move to the cloud, those that have held back are finding their reasonings are losing steam.

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How To Raise Your Prices: Value Over Price

Contractor Bookkeeping

As prices continue to rise, you've likely noticed that your cost of doing business has increased as well. After all, the main point of any business is to make money, and you can't do that if you're no longer breaking even. It's inevitable in every industry – you must raise your prices to continue making a profit. Many factors decide how much to charge, all of which are dynamic.

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Tackle Any Schedule Change with Autodesk Build 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Construction schedules: they are highly complex, sometimes consisting of thousands and thousands of scheduled activities. This leaves you, the scheduler, to deal with tracking all the moving pieces to ensure projects stay on time and within budget. . Scheduling is not an easy task but it is especially difficult when you consider the complexity of managing all the changes that occur as the project progresses.

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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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Top 15 Most Beautiful Cities of the World

Learn Civil Engineering

Are you unable to choose a beautiful place for a trip? There are many beautiful cities or places in the world where you may appreciate nature and human constructions. They combine perfect views with amazing art in ideal harmony. If you are looking for a place that is a perfect mixture of both man and nature […].

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Connected Construction: A Special Discussion on How Technology is Transforming an Industry Worldwide

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Trimble and GlobalData break down the details behind the connected construction experience and how technology is redefining construction worldwide.

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Damage Control: 5 Ways to Manage Construction Mistakes

Autodesk Construction Cloud

And How to Avoid Construction Errors and Mistakes Altogether. When it comes to large construction projects, the last thing a contractor wants to deal with is a costly mistake that will cause them to absorb the repair costs into their budgets. However, this problem was exactly what one major contractor recently faced during the D.C. Silver Line Metrorail project leading to the Dulles International Airport.

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Peace Week 2022 is Happening Now

Natural Building

I have been invited to participate in a panel assembled to explore the concept of providing comfortable shelter for all of Earth’s inhabitants. This is part of a larger program called Peace Week 2022 , which is a unifying initiative that celebrates and amplifies the many voices and actions that are happening around the International Day of Peace on September 21st.

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Managing Multiple JOC Programs, Contracts, Projects, UPBs, and Workorders

Job Order Contracting

Managing Multiple JOC Programs, Contracts, Projects, UPBs, and Workorders is now possible with full visibility and minimal administrative burden and cost! Programs, Contracts, Projects, and Workorders vary in size, complexity, required governance. Everything can now be done in a single point solution with full compliance. Move from information silos and percentage fee systems to the 4BT OpenJOC Framework (TM).

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Join Our “Innovative Solutions To Workforce Challenges” Webinar!

Business Facilities

Join us for this free webinar to learn creative solutions to deal with workforce challenges, how Workforce Innovation Grants are helping companies address these issues, and 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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Stay in Control of Costs with Instant Visibility into Performance Impacts

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Once the shovel hits the ground, the main goal is to ensure the project progresses as planned. Carefully managing all project elements and analyzing daily progress against the plan is crucial to successful project delivery. But let’s be honest; this is easier said than done. The information teams need to visualize the potential risk of schedule delays, and cost overruns – like productivity and budget data – isn’t always avai la ble at their fingertips.

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Next-gen sprayfoam systems: shifting to HFO blowing agents

Construction Specifier

By Doug Brady. Photos courtesy Huntsman Building Solutions. Spray polyurethane foam (SPF) is a building material commonly used in both insulation and roofing applications. The material is manufactured in three core densities, which correspond to the material’s application, or use. The first is open cell insulation, commonly offered at 8-kg/m 3 (0.5-lb/cf) density, the second is closed cell insulation, commonly offered at 32-kg/m 3 (2-lb/cf) density, and the third is roofing spf, commonly sourced

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JOC Program Line-item Estimating

Job Order Contracting

While some degree of unit cost aggregation may be unavoidable, using assemblies or other “less detailed” groupings may adversely impact. cost analysis, tracking, and comparison. Data classification is broadly defined as the process of organizing data by relevant categories so that it may be used and protected more efficiently. On a basic level, the classification process makes data easier to locate and retrieve.

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Home Builders and Developers Beware: SC Supreme Court Beats Up Hybrid Arbitration Clauses Mercilessly

Best Practices Construction Law

Today’s guest post is by one of my favorite construction lawyers and friends, Burr partner Ned Nicholson in our Columbia, SC office. Ned regularly represents clients in construction defect and compensation claims, manufacturer/dealer disputes, and insurance coverage lawsuits. He is also a South Carolina certified mediator. Ned can be reached at nnicholson@burr.com or (803) 799-9800.

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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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Effective Ways to Bring the Outdoors Inside

Construction Marketing

It is no secret that the typical American spends most of their time indoors. In fact, we spend nearly 90% of our lives inside according to a report by the EPA. Despite this, biophilia, which is a desire to interact with nature, is becoming far more commonplace among the general population. Thankfully, the urge to be closer to Mother Nature can be satisfied somewhat by bringing elements of nature indoors in the form of water, natural materials, and greenery.

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EPA Awards $1.3B for Water Infrastructure Projects in 18 States

ENR Construction

Agency says it will distribute $44 billion over five years for drinking water and clean water infrastructure projects under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

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Does GC Insurance Cover Subcontractors?

Levelset

Accidents happen, especially in construction. Between miscommunication, the wrong specifications, carelessness, or events out of anyone’s control, things can go wrong, and the damages can be expensive. General contractors know these risks when they take the role. Luckily, that’s what insurance is for, right? But what if the general contractor isn’t at fault, and a subcontractor is to blame?

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7 Simple Wall Painting Ideas for Your Room

Learn Civil Engineering

Splashing on a fresh cost of paint in your room is the cheapest, easiest, and fastest way to add a refreshing touch to your beautiful interiors. Apart from covering your walls with aesthetics, simple wall painting ideas can be used as the room’s decor or accent. With a little bit of imagination and some artistic […].

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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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The Pros and Cons of Buying a House

Civiconcepts

Are you thinking of buying a property? Do you want to know some of the pros and cons of buying a house? This blog post will look at some key … The Pros and Cons of Buying a House Read More ».

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Global Award Winners Highlight Determined Teams, High Quality Efforts

ENR Construction

Some 34 projects selected by a panel of industry judges are located in 18 different countries on every continent except Antarctica.

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The Palletable Cobin

Natural Building

Miguel Elliott has been on a journey to develop a building technique that is super affordable, quick to build, well insulated, and natural. What he has come up with is the “Palletable Cobin.”. Back in 2010 Miguel was living at a retreat center in northern California and someone had built a shed framed entirely with used pallets next to an adobe abode he was building.

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Top 10 Best Tiles Companies in India

Learn Civil Engineering

Are you struggling to find out best tiles companies in India, Nowadays people want to maintain their own homes with high-quality tiles. The poor tile quality has an impact on the entire residence. Usually, the sustainability of a home is determined by good tile quality. That’s why; choosing tiles for any construction project has always […].

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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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How to Decorate Living Room | Living Room Decoration | Top 10 Living Decoration Ideas

Civiconcepts

Introduction In many houses the living room is the heart of the house, it’s a simple large space where the family gathers for spending time together and feels relaxed, while … How to Decorate Living Room | Living Room Decoration | Top 10 Living Decoration Ideas Read More ».

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Bids Submitted for First Phase of $2.3B I-81 Viaduct Removal in Syracuse, NY

ENR Construction

The removal of the I-81 Viaduct in Syracuse, N.Y., passed an important milestone last week with the firms shortlisted for the first phase of work submitting their proposals on time. .

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From Ten Hours to Five: Automating Manual Document Review Processes with JJ Rhatigan

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Multiple teams are involved during the lifecycle of a construction project. And today vast amounts of data are generated throughout the lifecycle of a project. This means project collaborators must be able to access and easily share the data they need to complete their role. For one collaborator, a document or plan may be considered as an essential piece of information but for another team, it may be something they never use.

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Top 8 Construction Health and Safety Hazards — and Ways to Protect Your Jobsite

Levelset

In the construction industry, a lot can go wrong with the progress and completion of the structure itself. By the same token, many potential situations pose risk to the health and safety of your employees and others working on the jobsite. Hazardous conditions can have both short-term and long-term financial consequences along with the possibility of work-related illness or injury. .

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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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Are Golden Fox Boots Good?

Work Gearz

When purchasing boots for work or other activities, the inclination is to go with some of the well-known brands for industry powerhouses. Golden Fox boots may not have the same level of advertising as other manufacturers, but they most certainly are not new to boot manufacturing, and they boast some very attractive qualities and features. Golden Fox Footwear Company.

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Emergency MBTA Orange Line Work Makes Its Deadline

ENR Construction

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority reopened service on the Orange Line early on Sept. 19 after an unprecedented, month-long shutdown of the entire branch for a badly needed overhaul.

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New Release: View and Extract Asset Info Directly from the Model 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

With projects regularly growing past scope of work in the field, teams can’t afford to risk any loss of productivity when it comes time to equipment installation and commissioning. The model is one of the best sources of truth for viewing equipment and system components that need to be installed in a construction project. This is because asset information originates during the design phase, when the model is first created. .

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Two-stage procurement

Practical Law Construction

In a recent survey undertaken as part of the RIBA Construction Contracts and Law Report 2022 , it was reported that over a third (37%) of respondents had used two-stage procurement over the last 12 months. We are similarly seeing two-stage procurement being used more and more in the construction industry, particularly for major building projects. In fact, the majority of recent development projects we have advised on in the UK were procured on a two-stage basis. .

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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