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The Clever Space-Saving Tricks That Can Make Any Home Feel Bigger

Construction Marketing

Living in a small space doesnt mean you have to feel cramped. With the right design tricks and organization strategies, you can make your home feel larger, more open, and more functional. Even in well-planned corner block house designs , maximizing every inch of space is essential for a comfortable and stylish living environment. Whether youre dealing with a small apartment, a compact home, or just want to make better use of your current space, these clever space-saving solutions can make a noti

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A Practical Guide to Insurance & Risk Management

Construction Business Owner

A Practical Guide to Insurance & Risk Management ccapoccia Fri, 03/28/2025 - 08:56 In todays complex business landscape, understanding and managing risks is no longer optional. Whether its negotiating contract terms, purchasing the right insurance policies or ensuring compliance with subcontractor requirements, every decision has a direct impact on your companys financial health and operational resilience.

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DOT Policies & Procedures in Construction: Your Blueprint for Compliance

Construction Business Owner

Promote to rotator No Rotator Image Status of webinar Upcoming Experts share insights on the essential elements and best practices for creating and reviewing effective policies and procedures. Thu, 04/24/2025 - 12:00 2:00 p.m. Central DOT policies and procedures are the foundation of your compliance program and must meet or exceed current regulatory requirements.

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Living Concrete: Buildings That Heal Themselves Like Bone

The Constructor

Living concrete represents a revolutionary advancement in construction materials, merging biology and engineering to create self-healing components that repair damage autonomously. This breakthrough material combines traditional concrete with living microorganisms that restore structural integrity through biomineralization, similar to how bones regenerate.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.

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Transforming Your Construction Team Through Support And Collaboration

Contractor Bookkeeping

Being a construction manager and a business owner requires a unique blend of skills and attributes essential for effectively leading a crew. Leadership is at the forefront of this role, as a construction manager must inspire and motivate their team to achieve project goals while maintaining safety and quality standards. This involves clear communication, conflict resolution, and a collaborative team environment.

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Lisa Washington discusses design-build: once considered alternative, it is now mainstream, fueling innovation, delivering collaboration, and elevating outcomes 

Construction Today

I’ve been at the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) for just over 20 years,” Lisa Washington begins. “I joined in 2004 as Vice President of Education & Conferences at a time when the organization didn’t have a robust education program. The design-build sector accounted for less than 20 percent of construction spending, so there wasn’t a huge audience.

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Shape-Shifting Architecture: Buildings That Adapt to Weather and Needs

The Constructor

Shape-shifting architecture represents a revolutionary advancement in building design, creating structures that physically transform in response to weather conditions, occupant needs, and environmental factors. These dynamic buildings incorporate movable elements, responsive materials, and intelligent control systems to achieve unprecedented adaptability.

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Prices For Nonresidential Construction Materials, Services Climb.5% in February

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The price of materials and services used in nonresidential construction rose.5% in February, following an increase of.7% in January, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data. The producer price index for inputs to new nonresidential construction a weighted average of all materials and certain services used in new construction increased for the second month in a row.

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$1.1B Southwest Florida airport expansion breaks ground

Construction Dive

Suffolk’s Terminal E project in Fort Myers, Florida, is the largest municipal construction effort in county history.

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The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth

Take your construction business to the next level with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Whether you're managing seasonal cash flow challenges, dealing with unexpected equipment repairs, or planning to scale your operations, securing the right funding is essential for success. This guide explores a range of fast and flexible financing options tailored for construction businesses.

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Liquidated company fined for safety failings that led to an employee’s death

Construction Law

A company now in liquidation has been fined 90,000 and ordered to pay costs of 28,956 following the death of worker Maciej Rozanski who fell through a roof on a site in Dudley. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter onFridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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The key to spurring a US construction boom: efficient, low carbon cement production

Construction Today

In recent years, high mortgage and interest rates and a slowdown in housing starts – the number of new residential projects initiated annually – have weakened cement demand in the US. At the same time, rising prices, driven by high energy costs and supply chain constraints, have worsened the situation, marking 2024 as the worst year since 2017 in cement production volume.

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Solid Business Sense: Private Equity and the MEP Trades

Contractor Magazine

While PE investment can accelerate growth and offer financial freedom, it may also bring cultural shifts and operational changes to family-run businesses.

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AECOM-HNTB Team Wins $186M Contract to Manage NYC Second Avenue Subway Extension

ENR Construction

The MTA selected the joint venture over two other teams that submitted proposals for the work on the Second Avenue subway extension.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Design-build fosters collaboration, flexibility

Construction Dive

The fastest-growing project delivery method in the U.S. can help contractors control costs, streamline schedules and encourage innovation.

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North Sea licences challenge goes to High Court

Construction Law

A challenge to 31 North Sea oil and gas exploration licences granted by the Conservative government has been heard in the High Court this week. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter onFridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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A Unistrut implementation by XYZ set a new standard in construction efficiency  

Construction Today

When leading electrical contractor Interstates partnered with XYZ Reality on an 80MW data center project in Nebraska, its aim was to utilize XYZ’s platform to transform its construction methodologies and enhance project efficiency. Through this strategic collaboration, Interstates has achieved unprecedented advancements in layout procedures, marking a significant milestone in the construction… Source The post A Unistrut implementation by XYZ set a new standard in construction efficie

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‘Service Nuggets’ and When to Think Globally Rather Than Locally

Contractor Magazine

Understanding nuggets of wisdom and why is so critical to a successful service visit and rescue project.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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White House Order Shifts Emergency Response Role from FEMA to States

ENR Construction

March 18 order follows layoffs of more than 200 Federal Emergency Management Agency employees and a Jan. 24 order for a task force review of agency disaster response efficiency.

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America’s infrastructure notches first-ever ‘C’ grade

Construction Dive

Federal funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act helped lift the condition of many categories in the American Society of Civil Engineers’ new report card.

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Considerations to Make when Rebuilding After the Devastation Caused by the California Wildfires

Safti First

As the communities impacted by the devastating Southern California wildfires begin the rebuilding process, the conversation about using fire-resistant materials is more critical than ever.

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Communication breakdowns take construction projects off course. Rich Gallagher advises how to fix them 

Construction Today

Construction is a team sport that requires a coordinated effort from architects, builders, subcontractors, and suppliers, all working toward a common goal. The only way to succeed is for each player to perform their role effectively and communicate well. Despite the industry’s reliance on teamwork, true collaboration remains rare. The best construction companies – the ones that consistently… Source The post Communication breakdowns take construction projects off course.

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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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In-Depth with MCAA President Brian Hughes

Contractor Magazine

Coming off the momentum of a very successful annual convention in Austin, Texas, the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is gearing up for great things in 2025, thanks, in part, to its new president.

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White House Order Shifts Bulk of Emergency Response from FEMA to States

ENR Construction

March 18 order follows layoffs of more than 200 Federal Emergency Management Agency employees and a Jan. 24 order for a task force review of agency disaster response efficiency.

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Shawmut hits $1B in New England revenue

Construction Dive

The milestone indicates continued demand in education and large-scale ground-up commercial construction in the region, according to the contractor.

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Building Success Through People

Construction Business Owner

Building Success Through People ccapoccia Tue, 03/25/2025 - 09:54 O ver the past 30-plus years of organizational consulting experience in risk management, safety/health and well-being, Ive had the pleasure of supporting hundreds of organizations. The importance of culture cannot be overstated. Culture is how an organization communicates how things get done.

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How Poor Planning and Budgeting Lead to Construction Cost Overruns

Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning directly impact construction project outcomes. Inaccurate projections lead to cost overruns and delays. This guide outlines best practices for financial discipline, including forecasting methodologies, resource allocation strategies, and risk mitigation frameworks. Industry leaders recognize that precise financial control is essential for profitability and project stability.

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With an impressive client satisfaction rating, RKS Plumbing and Mechanical sets the industry standard and strives for perfection 

Construction Today

Bob Sornsin founded RKS Plumbing and Mechanical (RKS) in 1990 with just one employee, himself. Bob outlines the journey: “This November will mark our 35th anniversary. Throughout this time, we have consistently grown, and now we have between 250 and 300 employees. We specialize in commercial plumbing, HVAC systems, medical gas installations, and other critical hospital work.

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Solar Paint: Transforming Surfaces into Energy Generators

The Constructor

Solar paint represents a groundbreaking advancement in renewable energy technology, turning ordinary surfaces into electricity-generating assets through specialized photovoltaic coatings. This innovative material leverages nanotechnology, advanced chemistry, and solar science to harvest energy from sunlight without the need for traditional solar panels.

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MBTA Launches $1.1B South Coast Line Extends Rail Service To and From Boston

ENR Construction

The recently opened project includes six new Massachusetts stations to link to the city by rail for the first time in 65 years.