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Break Glass in Case of Emergency

Construction Business Owner

Break Glass in Case of Emergency ccapoccia Mon, 10/14/2024 - 07:43 Worst-case scenarios have to be considered and anticipated. How many organizations have contingency plans that are articulated, strategized and implemented effectively and efficiently? Gregg M. Schoppman explains how and why to prepare your business for emergencies.

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Data Driven Cost Estimating

Job Order Contracting

Engage in data driven cost estimating with objective, verifiable, and current local market labor, material, and equipment price books from 4BT (Four BT, LLC). Approximately 90,000 line items including demolition lines and line item modifiers available within an easy-to-use web application. [contact-form] The post Data Driven Cost Estimating appeared first on 4BT.

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CBO on the Road: Caterpillar

Construction Business Owner

CBO on the Road: Caterpillar ccapoccia Thu, 10/10/2024 - 14:51 In August, I had the opportunity to attend Caterpillar’s launch celebration for eight next-generation skid steers and compact track loaders. Construction trade press members, as well as industry influencers, were invited to the to the Edwards Demonstration & Learning Center in Peoria, Illinois, for a day of machine demonstrations, educational sessions, operating opportunities and interviews.

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6 Commercial Construction Trends: A Biz Dev Perspective

HardHatChat

As a National General Contractor, Englewood has a front-row seat to the opportunities and challenges facing the commercial construction industry. I recently sat down with Kim Sawyer and Tina McGrath, two of our experienced Business Development team leaders, to gain their perspective on what they’ve learned from talking to our existing and potential retail, restaurants, automotive, senior housing, and hospitality clients.

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How CFOs Can Drive Growth Without Increasing Headcount

For construction businesses, scaling operations means taking on greater workloads. Unfortunately, much of the responsibility of managing additional work falls on you and your finance team. Learn how you can navigate the increased complexity of managing more projects without adding headcount. We’re here to share insights into why technology is key to scaling your finance operations.

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Connecting Procurement and Payment: The Key to Streamlining Your Construction Business

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Learn how connecting your construction procurement and payment can help your team stay in the black and increase productivity and profits.

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Start Your Annual Sales Planning for Next Year’s Sales Success

Construction Business Owner

Start Your Annual Sales Planning for Next Year’s Sales Success ccapoccia Thu, 10/10/2024 - 22:34 For construction organizations, end-of-year planning is a crucial time. It’s a time when leadership, operations, sales and marketing can come together to plan for next year’s sales success. This article outlines what a good plan looks like and offers key steps to develop and implement the plan.

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Key Questions To Help Evaluate And Operate Your Construction Business

Contractor Bookkeeping

External factors, such as economic changes or technological advances, can significantly impact whether a business will thrive or fail. The rise of sharing and gig economy apps is an excellent example. These apps gave consumers more affordable options for daily tasks and errands and provided individuals with a new way to earn money on their schedules.

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How healthcare operations inform design

BD+C

How healthcare operations inform design 0 qpurcell Wed, 10/09/2024 - 12:31 Healthcare Facilities Amanda Fisher, Communications Specialist, shares how BWBR's personalized approach and specialized experience can make a meaningful impact to healthcare facilities. Amanda Fisher, Communications Specialist Healthcare Facilities Designers Facility Managers Architects Healthcare facilities are a backbone for their communities, necessary for sustaining the health and wellness of all who live there.

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Ground Broken for Weidmann Electrical Technology Expansion

PC Construction

Yesterday the PC Construction team gathered with partners from Weidmann Electrical Technology , Hill-Engineers, Architects, Planners , and local officials to celebrate the groundbreaking for the approximately $44 million expansion at Weidmann’s St. Johnsbury, Vermont, facility. The project, which will allow Weidmann to increase manufacturing capacity, includes three major components: the construction of a 10,000-square-foot free standing pre-engineered warehouse building, a 21,500-square-foot ad

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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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Communities nationwide plan disaster preparedness work

Construction Dive

As cities and states prepare for more extreme weather like this fall’s major hurricanes, there are hundreds of resiliency projects throughout the country already underway. Here are six of them.

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Ex-Im Bank Clears $98M Loan for Fluor Work on Romania Nuclear Plant

ENR Construction

Contractor's contract is for second-stage engineering study on planned 462-MW small modular reactor project using technology of NuScale Power, of which it is a majority investor.

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How to get your construction team engaged and on board with new processes

BD+C

How to get your construction team engaged and on board with new processes 0 dbarista Thu, 10/10/2024 - 09:48 Contractors Discover practical strategies to boost employee engagement and create a collaborative environment where your team feels valued and motivated to contribute to your company’s vision. Todd Dawalt, Founder of Construction Leading Edge Contractors Did you know that only 15% of employees are engaged while the rest of the 85% isn’t?

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PC Plane Pullers Raises Funds for Travis Mills Foundation

PC Construction

This past Saturday, the Maine-based PC team and families once again came together at the Portland International Jetport to test our strength to benefit the Travis Mills Foundation. The task: pull an 80-ton Bowing 757 FedEx Jet 20 feet as fast as you can. The competition was fierce, and the PC Plane Pullers came in at the middle of the leaderboard with a pull of 8.1 seconds.

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12 Reasons Specialty Contractors Need a Construction-Specific Software Platform

As a specialty contractor, your success hinges on your ability to manage complex workflows, maintain cost control, and deliver projects on time. But are you still relying on outdated systems or multiple software packages that create data silos and inefficiencies? This comprehensive eBook reveals the 12 key reasons why investing in a construction-specific software platform is the game-changer your business needs.

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What my generation brings to construction

Construction Dive

As the industry continues to evolve, tech-savvy younger workers are key to its future success, writes consultant (and Gen Zer) Fulton Cure.

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Sneaking Water Into the Building for a Chilled Water Rescue

Contractor Magazine

Making the chilled water outside would eliminate a compressor failure issue—but could we make it all work?

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'We Depend on Immigrants,' Say Texas Construction Employers

ENR Construction

Gulf Coast Building & Construction Trades and Greater Houston Builders Association support a stepped up pro-immigrant campaign—emphasizing their overwhelming numbers in the state's residential and non-residential construction industry.

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Higher education design for the first-gen college student

BD+C

Higher education design for the first-gen college student 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/14/2024 - 12:47 Higher Education In this Design Collaborative blog, Yogen Solanki, Assoc. AIA, shares how architecture and design can help higher education institutions address some of the challenges faced by first-generation students. Yogen Solanki, Assoc. AIA MFPRO+ Blog Higher Education University Buildings Student Housing Designers Architects College is a time for aspiring students to discover their identities, deve

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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PC Accepts 2024 Governor’s Excellence in Worksite Wellness Award

PC Construction

Thursday, October 10 was World Mental Health Day, an international day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma. It was also a very fitting day to celebrate the Vermont Department of Health’s 2024 Worksite Wellness Awards winners. We are so proud to announce that PC Construction was once again selected to receive a Governor’s Excellence in Worksite Wellness GOLD Level Award!

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$50B in transit ballot measures riding on November election

Construction Dive

Support for voter-approved transit funding has been strong. Transit agencies and advocates shared their stories at a recent American Public Transportation Association conference.

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Swinerton’s Mass Timber Office in Austin Sets New Standard for Sustainable Construction

Construction Today

In recent years, mass timber has emerged as a sustainable alternative to traditional building materials such as steel and concrete. Offering both environmental and economic benefits, this innovative material is revolutionizing the construction industry. One key player advancing this trend is Swinerton, a California-based general contractor with a strong commitment to sustainable development.

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Contract-Analysis Start-up Document Crunch Raises $21.5M in Series B Round

ENR Construction

Artificial intelligence-powered contract and document review platform Document Crunch raises $21.5 million in a series B funding round led by Titanium Ventures.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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Create Drywall Archways That Make You Say 'Wow!'

BD+C

Create Drywall Archways That Make You Say 'Wow!' 1 kcichowicz Mon, 10/14/2024 - 11:15 Using Archway Corner Bead, you can easily turn a plain, everyday space into one that makes you say "wow!

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The Largest Companies in the US Commercial Building Construction Market

Building Radar

The US commercial building construction market is a massive and competitive landscape, with several leading companies dominating the sector. Understanding the largest players in this market is crucial for stakeholders, including contractors, suppliers, and investors. The commercial construction sector includes office buildings, retail spaces, and industrial facilities, and knowing who the major companies are can provide insights into market trends and opportunities.

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9 of the biggest OSHA fines of Q3 2024

Construction Dive

One of the heftiest citations issued last quarter was to the contractor responsible for the January hangar collapse in Idaho.

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Rebuilding After Helene: A Test for Federal and State Infrastructure Resilience

Construction Today

Hurricane Helene, one of the deadliest storms to hit the US mainland since Katrina in 2005, left a trail of destruction across the Southeast. The Category 4 storm damaged critical infrastructure, including roads, bridges, power grids, and water systems. With Hurricane Milton looming, recovery efforts from Helene are not only about repair but also preparation for what comes next.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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Group Aims to Boost Adoption of Electric Construction Equipment in the US

ENR Construction

Growth in use of electric equipment in construction has been relatively slow in the U.S. despite successful pilot efforts, but a new coalition of cities, municipal agencies and industry groups is looking to promote wider adoption.

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Craftsmanship You’ll Value

BD+C

Craftsmanship You’ll Value 1 kcichowicz Wed, 10/09/2024 - 12:40 MFPRO+ Video Delivering both performance and value, new 70 Series exit devices provide the quality and trust you expect from Von Duprin at a medium price point. Learn more at vonduprin.com/70-series.

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What Architects Look for in Building Product Manufacturers

Building Radar

Architects play a pivotal role in determining which building products make it to their designs in the construction. Understanding what architects prioritize when selecting building product manufacturers is essential for manufacturers aiming to secure a spot in their projects. Architects seek products that not only meet functional and aesthetic requirements but also adhere to sustainability standards and deliver reliable performance.