Business Facilities

JULY 11, 2022

As consumer buying patterns evolve, eCommerce and distribution operations require a changing set of location-related assets for success. .

Real Estate Development 131

Real Estate Development Infrastructure Development 131

Civiconcepts

JULY 11, 2022

Introduction To Rugs Rugs are one of the most used decorative elements in every house as well as for other utility purposes, in spite of the fact of rugs are … 12 Types of Rugs | Different Types of Rugs With Pictures | Best Types of Rug For Living Room | Best Rug For Bedroom Read More ».

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Jobsite with Procore

JULY 14, 2022

Subcontractors can improve their resilience by having a diverse customer base. Here are strategies you can use when you want to work directly for owners without damaging your general contractor relationships.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 14, 2022

Construction safety is essential for a project to go smoothly and, more importantly, get crews home safe. Good construction safety software can make a significant difference in the level of safety at your construction site. We’ve put together this guide to construction safety management software, so you can see how it will benefit your business and improve safety on every project. .

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Silos of data and outdated systems can hold your business back. It is time to switch to a modern construction software solution designed for specialty contractors. CMiC provides a platform that simplifies operations, improves visibility, and boosts efficiency. It integrates workflows like job costing, resource planning, forecasting, and compliance control into one system.

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Natural Building

JULY 10, 2022

The folks at Vanirah Farm in India have been building an earthbag/superadobe dome that will function as a winter community kitchen. Building the main structure with earthbags was fast, but the finishing work has taken a lot of time. They are also building a large earthbag rainwater harvesting tank. This video shows some of the construction. Source.

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Painting/finishing Building Design 98

Civiconcepts

JULY 14, 2022

What Is Corrosion? Corrosion is the most common phenomenon that we observe in our daily lives, you must have noticed that some objects are made up of iron material and … 12 Types of Corrosion With Pictures | Classification of Corrosion | Top 12 Types of Corrosion In Metal Read More ».

Engineering 98

Engineering 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 12, 2022

The construction industry has experienced significant change over the last few years. For this reason, it’s more important than ever to build strong relationships and invest in tech and innovation. Autodesk University (AU) 2022 in New Orleans will help you do all that and more. . Taking place September 27-29, 2022, this in-person event will cover key topics to help improve your business.

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Sustainability 98

Business Facilities

JULY 14, 2022

New Panasonic Energy electric vehicle (EV) battery facility will create up to 4,000 jobs in the Kansas City Region, and is the largest economic development project in state history.

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Civiconcepts

JULY 13, 2022

In the Center Line method, sum total length of center lines of walls, long and short has to be found out. Find the total length of center lines of walls … Center Line Method Of Estimation | Centre Line Method | One Room & Two Room Estimate By Center Line Method Read More ».

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Estimating 98

Jobsite with Procore

JULY 14, 2022

Adopting new technology is critical to advancing the construction industry. While many organizations have embraced technology for more effective project delivery, collaboration, financial controls, and more, some owners are still hesitant.

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Collaboration 95

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.

Risk Management

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 14, 2022

In construction, constantly optimizing for efficiency and time savings enables teams to get things done faster. One of the best ways to achieve this is to reduce busy work, so you and your teams can focus on high-value activities. Emerson Smith, Assistant Project Manager at Donohoe Construction Company , understands this fully and he’s a big fan of using technology to take care of tedious tasks.

Project Management 97

Project Management Construction Management Real Estate Development Change Management 97

Business Facilities

JULY 11, 2022

China's focus on solar panel production has spurred market growth while leading to significant imbalances in global supply chains, according the special report from the International Energy Agency.

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Civiconcepts

JULY 11, 2022

Introduction To Cabinets A cabinet is defined as a cupboard with shelves or drawers for storing purposes Kitchen Cabinets are the more essential storage units used in the house especially … 8 Types of Kitchen Cabinets | Types Of Kitchen Cupboards | Kitchen Cabinet Styles | 8 Best Types of Cabinets Read More ».

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Construction Marketing

JULY 14, 2022

No matter the industry, a lot of companies need a building. Whether it is a small storefront or a large warehouse, there are certain things that every commercial building will need to have. However, every building is also highly dependent on each business’s particular needs. . Though you won’t be able to know everything before building a commercial building, constructing a commercial building is a big undertaking, so there are a few important things to know before you get started. .

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Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Building Codes Maintenance 81

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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.

Construction Management

ENR Construction

JULY 14, 2022

The U.S. Supreme Court has limited the ability of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to regulate power plant greenhouse gas emissions, and though the court’s opinion referred to a fairly narrow provision within the Clean Air Act, the ruling potentially places broad restrictions on the ability of federal agencies to enact regulations to address the climate crisis, according to several sources.

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Business Facilities

JULY 12, 2022

The wind energy center represents a major contribution to Meijer's renewable energy portfolio, is expected to begin producing energy by end of the year.

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Sustainability 97

Civiconcepts

JULY 9, 2022

What Is Roof Overhangs? The roof overhang shows how important the border of the roof is outside the siding of the house. Under the roof hangover is an arrangement known … What Is Roof Overhangs | 15 Types of Roof Overhangs | Best Overhangs On Houses Read More ».

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Construction Marketing

JULY 11, 2022

If you want to be a contractor, being licensed and bonded will have a major impact on your ability to work in the city and state where you live and work. Many state and local governments require that contractors who perform work above a threshold amount obtain licenses. One of the key requirements for licensing is to purchase a surety bond. If you learn that you need to purchase a surety bond to work as a contractor or to enter into a contract to perform work on a project, here is some informati

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Government Works General Contracting Contracts Public Works 62

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.

Construction Management

ENR Construction

JULY 11, 2022

As Russia's gas squeeze intensifies, Germany aims to have LNG import and regasification infrastructure operating later this year in up to four port sites.

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Business Facilities

JULY 11, 2022

The grocery automation company has moved to larger facilities in Andover, MA to accommodate rapidly growing workforce, meet customer demand.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JULY 10, 2022

This weekend was all about The Rise of Gru. I love Gru so much that when my children ask for money, my best Gru-like voice belts back: “ Now, I know there have been some rumors going around that the bank is no longer funding us….In terms of money, we have no money.” And that’s precisely what many lenders say on distressed projects when the owner fails to make final payment and the contractor looks to the bank for funding: “We have no money for you contractor!”.

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Approvals Contracts Project Management Construction Management 62

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 13, 2022

What do the top 3 construction project management workflows have in common? (Hint: They all connect project data to save money).

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Project Management Construction Management 67

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Construction Management

ENR Construction

JULY 12, 2022

New environmental review of ConocoPhillips' proposed Willow project on North Slope federal land includes option to reduce five planned drill sites to three.

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Site Planning 74

Business Facilities

JULY 14, 2022

The Tar Heel State is the leader for Best Business Climate in Business Facilities’ 2022 State Rankings Report.

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Learn Civil Engineering

JULY 15, 2022

Conquer your own home and give your financial life a boost with these 9 indisputable reasons to invest in real estate. Have you ever thought about investing in real estate? Those who plan for the future know that it is also necessary to think about the best ways to save money. After all, with so […].

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

JULY 15, 2022

The construction industry added 13,000 jobs on net in June, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has risen by 292,000 jobs, an increase of 4.0%. Nonresidential construction employment increased by 16,500 positions on net, with all three subsectors showing positive growth.

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Engineering 52

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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.

Construction Management

ENR Construction

JULY 13, 2022

An independent panel of experts from all corners of the AEC industry reviewed a total of 94 projects and selected 17 Best Projects and 17 Awards of Merit across 18 categories.

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Business Facilities

JULY 15, 2022

Roofing manufacturer GAF will build a 450,000-square-foot plant that will employ more than 70 workers in North Peru, IL.

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Infrastructure Development 104

Learn Civil Engineering

JULY 15, 2022

Buying property in the plant is, yes, a good option for those who dream of their own home and are not in such a hurry to move. If this is your case, know that this type of purchase has advantages and disadvantages. Do you want to know what they are and if it’s really worth buying property in the […].

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Levelset

JULY 15, 2022

With the announcement of its new budget for 2022-2023, Ohio is taking a huge step forward with state-funded development and infrastructure buildup. Governor Mike DeWine has approved a staggering $3.5 billion in funding for community projects across the state both in the public and private sectors, including the new Ohio Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Program.

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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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