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Organizations Persistently Run a Deficit in the Personnel Arena

Construction Business Owner

Organizations Persistently Run a Deficit in the Personnel Arena ccapoccia Mon, 01/20/2025 - 13:21 N o one should say, If we lose , we are in so much trouble. Consider a championship football team. There are only 11 players on the field at any given time representing a team. However, whether collegiate or pro, the roster has 105 or 53 players, respectively, providing a certain level of depth.

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American Express is connecting contractors to Billd’s extended payment terms for materials purchases

Construction Dive

American Express and Billd are teaming up to help eligible construction companies access working capital through extended payment terms.

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Disaster recovery contractors poised to take on LA wildfire damage

Construction Dive

Construction firms such as Jacobs, AECOM and Quanta Services could play key roles in the rebuilding efforts, according to financial services company Baird.

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China Announces It will Build Controversial 60GW Mega-Dam in Tibet

ENR Construction

Estimated $137B hydroelectric project, announced Dec. 25, would be three times larger than Three Gorges Dam and in region where 8.8-magnitude earthquake occurred on Jan 8generating major concern from opponents and skepticism if China will sustain the investment as it faces an economic slowdown.

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Your Blueprint for Efficient Construction Project Management

Take control of your construction projects with this comprehensive guide to modern project controls. Learn how to integrate advanced tools that centralize budgets, schedules, and performance metrics. Discover strategies to prevent overruns, predict risks, and optimize workflows using real-time data and predictive insights. This guide is designed for construction leaders aiming for excellence in a competitive landscape.

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What Is New Home Construction? 6 Methods You Need to Know

Construction Today

The construction industry is evolving rapidly, with new home construction methods offering greater efficiency, sustainability, and affordability than ever before. Whether you’re a prospective homeowner or a developer, understanding these innovative building techniques is crucial for making informed decisions. But what is new construction, and how does it differ from traditional methods?

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Unlock Hidden Potential: Strategies for Winning Expired Listing Leads

Civiconcepts

In real estate, the key to success often lies in uncovering opportunities where others may see obstacles.

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Turner kicks off $780M dedicated soccer stadium, NYC’s first

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Charlotte, NC Advances Long-awaited $16M Pedestrian Bridge

ENR Construction

The contract award, which still needs state approval, advances a project that's been planned by the city since the early 2000s.

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Microsoft Bets $80 Billion on AI Data Centers and Sustainability

Construction Today

The race to dominate the AI landscape is pushing tech giants to invest in unprecedented infrastructure expansions. Microsoft has announced an ambitious $80 billion plan to develop AI-focused data centers in the United States by 2028. This bold move underscores the increasing demand for AI-driven cloud services, sustainability innovations, and hyperscale computing solutions.

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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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Essential Tips for Planning Your Vegetable Garden Layout

Construction Marketing

Maintaining a property requires more than just keeping the walls clean and fixing the odd pipe. Property maintenance also includes your garden. It can either highlight the beauty of your place or, if neglected, undermine it. If you have ever dreamed of your outside area as a functional vegetable garden, you are not alone. Many people want to cultivate their own produce, but often, they’re unsure of how to begin.

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The Expanding Role of Physician Assistants in Modern Healthcare

Civiconcepts

Over time, the healthcare sector has undergone numerous changes.

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How to comply with OSHA’s new PPE standard

Construction Dive

Starting this month, the agency will require construction employers to provide workers with properly fitting safety gear.

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India Launches $21.6B First Green Hydrogen Hub

ENR Construction

Complex will develop 20 GW of clean energy projects and produce 1,500 tons per day of green hydrogen and 7,500 TPD of green methanol, sustainable aviation fuel and other derivatives, would finish in 2027, with second hub to complete by 2032.

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Unlock The Blueprint: How To Construct A Better Payment Workflow

Speaker: Timothy Allsopp

Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.

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Delays in Bechtel’s Mobile Launcher 2 are Impacting NASA’s Missions

Construction Today

NASA’s Artemis program, aimed at returning humans to the Moon and establishing a foundation for future Mars exploration, is one of the most ambitious space initiatives of the 21st century. At the heart of this effort is the Mobile Launcher 2 (ML-2), a towering and highly complex structure designed to support the Space Launch System (SLS) rockets—currently the most powerful rockets ever built.

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The High Cost Of Not Keeping Up With Your Bookkeeping

Contractor Bookkeeping

If you ask 100 business owners what they like least about running a business, bookkeeping will likely rank high. It's an annoying and frustrating chore that takes up much time and is easy to put off until tomorrow. Avoiding your bookkeeping is dangerous, however. Not knowing your construction company's financial situation can result in missteps that could ultimately cost you your business.

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ABC: Construction Materials Prices Inch Down 0.2% in December, Up 0.9% Year Over Year

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction input prices decreased 0.2% in December compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data released today. Nonresidential construction input prices also decreased 0.2% for the month. Overall construction input prices are 0.9% higher than a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 0.6% higher.

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Construction Economics for January 20, 2025

ENR Construction

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.

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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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Women in Construction Week 2025: Empowering Industry Leaders

Construction Today

Women in Construction Week has become a cornerstone event for recognizing and celebrating the contributions of women in the construction industry. Organized annually by the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), this week-long initiative highlights the challenges women face in the field and showcases their successes as they reshape one of the most traditionally male-dominated… Source The post Women in Construction Week 2025: Empowering Industry Leaders appeared fi

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Final investment decision on Sizewell C faces delay

Construction Law

Frances state auditor the Cour des competes says in a report that state owned French nuclear company EDF should delay making a final investment decision in the UKs Sizewell C nuclear reactor project until it has reduced its exposure to Hinkley Point C. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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Boldt Co. launches modular construction arm

Construction Dive

The new offering will provide building services and slide-in room and bathroom pods for clients in healthcare, industrial, education and commercial markets.

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Construction resumes on Idaho hangar that collapsed last year

Construction Dive

Big D Builders said it has restarted work on the jobsite at the Boise Airport nearly one year after three workers were killed.

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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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Tech giants to invest up to $500B for new US data centers

Construction Dive

OpenAI, SoftBank and Oracle will fund the creation of 10 facilities during the initial phase of the Stargate initiative, with the option to increase to 20.

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JV picked for $2.3B Long Bridge overhaul

Construction Dive

Trumbull, Fay, S&B Construction and Wagman Heavy Civil will join the project, which aims to alleviate one of the East Coast’s biggest rail bottlenecks.

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Swinerton opens Maui office in Hawaii

Construction Dive

Paired with its bureau in Honolulu, the company’s additional location will bolster its position as the state’s fifth-largest general contractor.

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Georgia Rivian plant to resume construction

Construction Dive

After a pause due to high costs, the electric vehicle manufacturer anticipates work on the project near Atlanta to begin in 2026.

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Guide to SaaS, PaaS, and Hybrid ERP: Make the Right Deployment Choice

ERP deployment options such as SaaS, PaaS, on-premises, and hybrid models directly impact your firm's scalability, security, and integration capabilities. This guide reviews how each approach supports key priorities such as managing complex projects, maintaining data sovereignty, and achieving seamless collaboration. By understanding the nuances of these options, you can make decisions that enhance your ERP's performance while aligning with budget and long-term goals.

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Construction staffing firm settles discrimination suit for $300K

Construction Dive

Minnesota-based TKO Construction Services didn’t hire women, Black workers and individuals over 40 due to client requests, according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

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6 contech firms raise combined $57M

Construction Dive

Among the startups are companies that help builders bid on government contracts, streamline communication via a WhatsApp-like interface and verify insurance.

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Tony Ingram: At Unique, Complicated and Diverse Longwood Reimagined Job, No Task is Too Big or Too Small for Bancroft's Senior Project Manager

ENR Construction

With only his shovel and a squeegee for company, Tony Ingram cut a lonely figure after hours one night last spring, as he cleared runoff from a torrential rain that had turned a section of the rear entrance of the 1,100-acre Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pa., into a mud flat.