Construction Business Owner
JUNE 27, 2024
Can a Prefabrication Strategy Differentiate Your Business? ccapoccia Thu, 06/27/2024 - 10:24 In the ever-changing landscape of the construction industry, efficiency, productivity and cost-effectiveness have become paramount. Traditional construction methods, though tried and tested, often fall short of meeting the increasingly stringent demands of owners and stakeholders.
Job Order Contracting
JUNE 27, 2024
It’s time to relearn construction cost estimating. Before relearning construction cost estimating, it’s important to hit your resent button. The following represent the new realities. Technology will not solve your problems. Tech is an enablers. People, Process, and Information are the three kings. Focus on working with professions with experience, yet willing to learn, listen, and share information.
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Job Order Contracting
JUNE 25, 2024
AI -Caveat Emptor – FM (Above image by rawpixel.com on Freepik) While the below was intended to apply to computers, the content has relevance to AI. That said, the current status of AI is basically “pattern recognition”, the problem of assuming biased or misinformation is accurate is very real. AI algorithims sort through avaiable data, look for relevant information based upon statistically high conformity and output a result.
Construction Dive
JUNE 26, 2024
The pause in infrastructure construction is a major setback for the city’s development, said Carlo Scissura, president and CEO of the New York Building Congress.
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For construction firms striving for operational excellence, the right ERP is a game-changer. Upgrading your construction ERP is essential for optimizing operations, enhancing decision-making, and driving growth. By downloading "10 Factors to Consider When Switching Your Construction ERP," you will learn: The importance of adaptability and scalability in ERP solutions.
Wolgast Corporation
JUNE 26, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the importance of robust school infrastructure cannot be overstated. A school's physical environment shapes the experiences of students, teachers, and staff alike, affecting everything from academic performance to overall well-being. Yet, ensuring the vitality of these educational spaces often requires significant financial investment, typically through school bond campaigns.
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Construction Business Owner
JUNE 27, 2024
April 2024 Construction Stats ccapoccia Thu, 06/27/2024 - 14:51 The Construction Business Owner team compiles statistics each month from several sources, includi
Construction Dive
JUNE 25, 2024
The new facility will use a sodium-based cooling process instead of water, according to TerraPower, the Microsoft founder’s nuclear energy company.
PC Construction
JUNE 25, 2024
Construction is well underway on the State of Vermont Agency of Transportation’s new garage and salt shed in Swanton. PC Construction’s Special Projects team recently finished structural steel erection and detailing for the 15,000-square-foot, 11-bay maintenance garage. Nearly a dozen additional scopes will be self-performed throughout construction, with an associated value of $1.3 million of the overall $9.4 million project.
ENR Construction
JUNE 27, 2024
The Maryland Transportation Authority is now evaluating proposals to replace the bridge, which collapsed after it was struck by a cargo vessel in March, with an eye on a possible completion by 2028.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 27, 2024
Is Your CPA Holding Back Business Growth? ccapoccia Thu, 06/27/2024 - 10:03 Consider when it's time to find a new certified public accountant for your construction business.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JULY 1, 2024
National nonresidential construction spending decreased 0.1% in May, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.21 trillion. Spending declined on a monthly basis in 9 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories. Private nonresidential spending decreased 0.3%, while public nonresidential construction spending was up 0.4% in May.
Construction Dive
JUNE 28, 2024
The funds will support the semiconductor supplier's construction of a $600 million, 100,000-square-foot manufacturing center in Colorado Springs.
Construction Law
JULY 1, 2024
Editor’s comment Supreme Court judgment likely to lead to more judicial reviews Editor Nick Barrett warns that a Supreme Court judgment is likely to see an increase in the already growing number of judicial review challenges to infrastructure projects. Planners could respond with knee-jerk rejections of some applications, it is feared. News Our regular news round up includes a landmark Supreme Court judgment that will affect many major infrastructure projects; transparency concerns over the burg
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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?
ENR Construction
JUNE 28, 2024
In overturning precedent set in the 1984 Chevron vs. Natural Resources Defense Counci l ruling, the high court said federal agencies can no longer interpret unclear federal law.
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 27, 2024
Inside CFMA’s 2024 Annual Conference ccapoccia Thu, 06/27/2024 - 12:57 T he theme for the 2024 Construction Financial Management Association’s (CFMA) Annual Conference & Exhibition was “Your Path to Bigger & Better,” held in Grapevine, Texas, May 18-22. The event marked significant achievement in the realm of construction financial management.
BD+C
JULY 1, 2024
VertiStack® Clear Door seamlessly connects indoor and outdoor spaces 1 kcichowicz Mon, 07/01/2024 - 09:46 Discover how this groundbreaking sectional glass door stacks vertically to create flexible spaces for restaurants, retail spaces, educational facilities and more.
Construction Dive
JUNE 27, 2024
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre will nearly double in size while renovations will transform it into a 100% private-room facility.
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Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.
Construction Law
JULY 1, 2024
Decisions of the Technology and Construction Court of the English and Wales High Court for June 2024. Supplied by BAILII, The British and Irish Legal Information Institute. Click on the case title to read the full decision on the BAILII website.
ENR Construction
JUNE 27, 2024
Not since the “United States Steel Hour” during the golden age of television has the Pittsburgh-based steelmaker had such drama like the firm’s current public relations fight with former bidder Cleveland-Cliffs over its proposed acquisition by Japan’s Nippon Steel Corporation.
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 27, 2024
Choose the Right Earthwork Takeoff Tech ccapoccia Thu, 06/27/2024 - 13:06 Successful companies consistently reduce labor costs and enhance quality on jobsites through investments in modern machinery. Similar opportunities exist in the office setting, though the benefits may not be as immediately apparent. Moreover, the mindset of “what we have works, so why change?
Civiconcepts
JUNE 28, 2024
Tax laws constantly change, and construction companies need to stay nimble to keep up. That’s because new regulations can affect everything from filing requirements to payroll taxes and international compliance.
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Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!
Construction Dive
JULY 1, 2024
Fall protection equipment is vital for protecting individuals working at heights. To ensure the equipment works efficiently and is in excellent condition, you must have your fall protection equipment inspected annually.
Construction Law
JULY 1, 2024
Guest Editor Paul-Raphael Shehadeh of Duane Morris draws on the work of a CIA analyst to examine how sure lawyers might be when they advise clients of the chances of success in legal actions. They could be likely to be right probably some of the time! This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law. If you have a subscription please log in to read the rest of the story.
ENR Construction
JUNE 27, 2024
Global developers are advancing nuclear fusion technology and engineering to scale an energy source they say has zero emissions, no meltdown risk and more security, as data centers and AI push power demand.
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 27, 2024
Why AI Is Your Estimator’s New Personal Assistant ccapoccia Thu, 06/27/2024 - 13:11 Artificial intelligence (AI) is leading the conversation across the construction industry. As contractors seek new ways to improve efficiency and productivity in estimating, they’re turning to automated processes that eliminate the need for time-consuming, manual work.
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To maximize your construction firm's profitability with a construction-specific software platform, your firm will be able to streamline every aspect of your operations. By design, this next-generation solution should offer unified functionality, replacing outdated systems and providing key capabilities including job costing, contract development, resource planning, and more.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 25, 2024
By Antonie Habellion, P.Eng., M.Eng., M.S., and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. Aiming to enhance the fire safety standards in exterior walls, fireblocking is now mandatory behind ventilated cladding , with few exceptions.
Construction Dive
JUNE 25, 2024
The estate of deceased ironworker Samantha Deschenes claimed that Portland, Oregon-based Andersen Construction violated the Oregon Safe Employment Act in a lawsuit filed June 10.
Construction Law
JULY 1, 2024
This table, prepared by Alignment Media , provides a regularly amended guide to new and proposed legislation that will affect the construction industry. In addition to EU Directives and UK legislation, the table includes notes highlighting discussion papers issued by both government and non-government organisations, and commentary on the latest developments.
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