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One size does not fit all: Lack of proper PPE for women is dangerous

Construction Dive

Baggy gear can lead to new hazards, workers performing tasks without protection or even a lack of confidence and belonging in one’s job, experts say.

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Construction Trends Forecast for 2023: How Labor, Interest Rates, and Material Prices Are Shifting

Viewpoint Construction Technology

A look at 2023 construction trends forecasts, built on Q3 & Q4's Construction Metrics Index data from Trimble customers!

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How construction companies can leverage the power of data

LetsBuild

Our world is powered by data. Companies worldwide use data to make better decisions, predict future outcomes, and improve their efficiency— and the construction industry is no exception. While construction professionals have adopted digitalisation and data-driven practices slower than others, they’ve now discovered the unique benefits that data analytics can bring to their projects.

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New Asset Features to Boost Progress Tracking on 2D Drawings

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Tracking progress for different areas of installation on a project can be tricky. While project schedules are helpful, they’re often static and don’t contain real-time info on a project. On top of that, some teams or subcontractors track their own updates independently, leaving other stakeholders out of the loop. This lack of connectivity and collaboration can cause wasted time and avoidable delays.

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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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Federal infrastructure funds begin to flow, mostly to roadwork

Construction Dive

Spending on roadway contracts in 2022 was more than 29 times higher than spending on rail and transit contracts, per American Road & Transportation Builders Association data.

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My Path to Construction

PC Construction

My interest in the construction industry began my junior year of high school when my step-father needed a hand at his small residential construction company, and I was looking for a part-time job. I quickly fell in love with construction and changed my plans. Rather than going to college to study business, I decided to focus on construction trades. After graduating from high school, I applied at PC Construction with only a little experience in the industry and no idea what trade I wanted as my s

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Systems Enablers for Sustainable Facilities Management, Repair, Renovation, and Maintenance

Job Order Contracting

Systems Enablers for Sustainable Facilities Management, Repair, Renovation, and Maintenance are critical considerations for any real property portfolio owner. In fact, they dictate how efficiently or how poorly an organization manages facilities stewardship requirements. The AECOO sector (Architecture, Engineering, Contruction, Operators, Owners) must transition for a linear to a circular system for managing the built environment.

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‘We’re not going to have one’: AGC economist dismisses a 2023 recession

Construction Dive

A strong U.S. economy should fend off recession concerns this year, said Ken Simonson, chief economist for Associated General Contractors of America.

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ChatGPT and Other Conversational AIs Can Help Construction

ENR Construction

From finding to synthesizing information for creating checklists, answering RFIs, or simply answering questions backed by data, conversational Artificial Intelligence technology such as ChatGPT is now available to help contractors make better decisions, enhance communication and collaboration, and rapidly change the industry.

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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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Women in Construction, a Lifelong Journey

PC Construction

As a kid, I used to build dams in the creek in my backyard. I would spend hours carefully constructing a dam and then watch the water pond up so I could catch crayfish. Those are some of my fondest memories – getting my hands dirty and turning sticks, rocks and mud into something of real purpose. Today I’m still having fun building things – just on a much larger scale!

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A Best Guide To Formwork

cnstrctr

Formwork is a common activity found on most jobsites. Learning how it works can help improve your project.

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Construction Champions 2023

Construction Dive

Out of more than 400 submissions, these 31 women stand as examples of how intuition, dedication and intelligence are shaping the industry.

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Feds OK $9B Houston Highway Project After Two-Year Pause

ENR Construction

Federal Highway Administration officials say the agreement to end a civil rights investigation into the proposed I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project includes design changes to reduce its neighborhood footprint.

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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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The Future of Women in Construction is Now

PC Construction

To wrap up our celebration of Women in Construction week, over 30 women from all regions and departments of PC Construction got together virtually this morning to make introductions, connect and share ideas for the future. Industry wide, only about 9% of the construction workforce is made up of women, and only 1% in field positions. At PC, women make up of 16% of all employees, 4% of craft/field employees, 21% of our operations team, 16% of managers and 12% of executives.

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10 of the Latest and Greatest Integrations with Autodesk Construction Cloud 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The construction industry has seen rapid growth in digital collaboration. According to a recent analysis of aggregated and anonymized data from Autodesk Construction Cloud, there have been 2.5x more collaboration events on issues and tasks and a 121% increase in digital collaborators since 2020. While these collaboration trends are promising indicators of digital transformation within the construction industry, firms still face data siloes and disconnect across their critical tech stacks.

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How a broker’s ‘culture of collaboration’ benefits clients

Construction Dive

In today’s challenging market, a knowledgeable, reputable and innovative broker can serve as a valuable business partner and key strategic advisor. So, what differentiates one broker from another? Read how a ‘culture of collaboration’ provides multiple client benefits.

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Women Cite Continuing Hurdles to Boosting Trade Numbers, Reports Say

ENR Construction

The North American Building Trades Union study on diversity and inclusion found work-life support lacking, while discrimination and sexual harassment remain biggest challenges in National Center for Construction Education and Research survey of 770 women.

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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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Call for Speakers: BD+C’s 2023 Women in Residential + Commercial Construction Conference

BD+C

Call for Speakers: BD+C’s 2023 Women in Residential + Commercial Construction Conference 0 dbarista Wed, 03/08/2023 - 09:00 Building Team The 2023 Women in Residential + Commercial Construction conference event will take place October 25-27 in Nashville, Tenn., and will bring together more than 300 women leaders from all facets of the $1.4 trillion U.S. residential and commercial constructing sector.

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Digital Builder Ep 43: The Reality of Construction’s Changing Workforce

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Now is a tremendous time to be working in construction. Collaboration is on the rise. Digitalization continues to make inroads. We’re becoming more eco-friendly. But, like most industries, there are still areas for improvement. In construction, some of the biggest challenges include attracting diverse talent, promoting equitable working conditions, and being more efficient with project delivery.

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What women workers say needs to change in construction

Construction Dive

Addressing sexual harassment and accommodating mothers are some of the keys to supporting a diverse workforce, a recent survey of tradeswomen shows.

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Manufacturing Work Is Up 58% Since Pandemic, Report Says

ENR Construction

Anirban Basu, chief construction economist for Marcum LLP, warns that an "overheated" economy may impact some industry segments this year.

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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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Benefitting kids through human-centric high school design

BD+C

Benefitting kids through human-centric high school design 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/06/2023 - 09:09 K-12 Schools Ingrid Krueger, AIA, LEED AP, shares why empathetic, well-designed spaces are critical in high schools. Ingrid Krueger, AIA, LEED AP K-12 Schools School Construction Architects Well-designed spaces foster feelings of safety and certainty for all who use them.

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What Job Order Contracting Should Be

Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting should be an integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery environment where, All parties are aligned and focused on the activities that affect actual work outcomes Owners actively participate and are not simply focused on procuring services and managing the contract Teams/crews plan their work and deliver on those plans collaboratively and transparently The knowledge of those doing the work is leveraged Locally researched unit price cost data validates costs Learn

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Half of construction’s job openings vanish

Construction Dive

A pullback in residential and other segments could explain the “shocking” drop, according to a report from Associated Builders and Contractors.

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North Texas Commuter Rail Faces Cost Overruns Due to Dallas Delays

ENR Construction

DART says delays in permitting and changes in scope by the City of Dallas have added $83M to the cost of the project.

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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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ACA applauds Infrastructure Minister’s leadership to move toward implementation of prompt pay on Public Works Projects

Alberta Construction

ACA advocates pleased to see the government is moving toward applying prompt pay legislation to Public Works Acts projects. Infrastructure Minister Nathan Neudorf heard industry and promised to take first steps despite the short legislative window of time before the next election. ACA applauds Minister Neudorf and the Government of Alberta for publicly acting through a first step with the change in authority contemplated in Bill 9, the Red Tape Reduction Statutes Amendment Act, 2023.

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In-Depth Guide to Maximizing Construction Payment Management

Buildern

Construction payment management can be a challenging process, as common issues such as payment disputes, lack of proper documentation, and poor cash flow management often occur. These issues can lead to financial instability, strained relationships with clients, and legal disputes. To help construction business owners and managers overcome these challenges, we’ve created an in-depth guide to maximizing construction payment management.

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Dodge: Construction planning bounces back

Construction Dive

The Dodge Construction Network said its Momentum Index has rebounded, shaking off a steep plunge at the beginning of the year.

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