Wed.Sep 25, 2024

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Infrastructure: Seeking Common Ground

ENR Construction

Presidential candidates Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have provided little information so far about what their infrastructure priorities would be if elected.

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How a Digital Construction Supply Chain Can Boost Your Productivity and Profits

Viewpoint Construction Technology

See how switching to a digital construction supply chain can boost your productivity and profits.

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Sunbelt Cities Topping the Charts in Real Estate Growth Over the Past Half Century

Construction Marketing

For the last 50 years, U.S. cities have undergone dramatic transformations in response to economic cycles, population growth, and shifts in consumer demand. A recent StorageCafe study did a comprehensive review of real estate activity from 1980 to 2023 , spanning residential, commercial, industrial, and self storage sectors. While construction activity has surged nationwide, certain sectors and regions have outpaced others.

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Meeting Part L with Viewpoint Field View

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.

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Optimize Construction Projects with CMiC’s Industry-Leading ERP

Construction project managers face constant challenges, from delayed schedules to fragmented workflows. CMiC’s ERP transforms how projects are managed, providing a unified system for financials, scheduling, and collaboration. With tools for real-time insights, cost control, and document management, CMiC empowers managers to make confident decisions.

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How PCL used a high-tech load stabilizer to work on windy days

Construction Dive

The construction giant leveraged a physical crane attachment that employs sensors and anticipates weight shifts to put 10,000-pound formwork slabs in place accurately and safely.

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Maryland sues owner of cargo ship that wrecked Key Bridge

Construction Dive

The state is seeking damages to pay for the replacement of the Baltimore span, as well as for the economic fallout from when it collapsed into the Patapsco River in March.

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How the Nov. 5 Election Outcome Could Impact Critical Construction Issues

ENR Construction

As construction groups and leaders look ahead to the Nov. 5 elections, they see questions and uncertainty.

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Gilbane marks milestones on 3 Massachusetts school projects

Construction Dive

Buyers will continue to prioritize builds featuring tech, energy efficiency and sustainability, said the builder’s K-12 market leader.

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Three Mile Island Unit Eyes $1.6B Revamp, Restart in Microsoft Deal

ENR Construction

The revamped twin-reactor unit, set to operate in 2028, was closed for financial reasons in 2019 and would add 835 MW of energy to the area grid over 20 years to match power used by the tech giant's data centers.

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Breaking Ground on Better Payment Processes: Strategies for Construction Pros

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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Midyear Report Shows Construction Industry Stability, Strength in 2024

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The U.S. construction industry has shown resilience despite global challenges and the industry is adjusting to new patterns of demand, indicating variations in growth. JLL’s new 2024 Midyear Construction Update and Reforecast details how the year has unfolded so far compared to original predictions, and reforecasts what is expected in the second half of 2024.

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UK Contractor ISG Collapses, Halts All Work

ENR Construction

The construction firm entered the equivalent of bankruptcy Sept. 20, marking the largest failure of a U.K. contractor in six years.

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How Can a Streamlined Lead Qualification Process Boost Construction Sales?

Building Radar

Finding high-quality leads is crucial for success in the construction industry. However, without a streamlined process to qualify these leads, construction sales teams often waste time on prospects that may never convert into projects. Streamlining the lead qualification process can significantly improve efficiency, enabling sales teams to focus on high-potential opportunities.

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Texas A&M Invites Construction Tech Start-ups to Pitch Ideas

ENR Construction

Deploying new technology often demands its own skill set, and Texas A&M’s College of Architecture is exploring what it would take for those in its construction management program to be proficient in evaluating and implementing new technologies.

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Simplify Complex Financial Workflows with CMiC’s Powerful Tools

Designed specifically for construction finance professionals, CMiC’s ERP delivers the tools needed to manage projects with precision. Integrated job costing ensures real-time visibility into expenses, while automated progress billing accelerates cash flow. Revenue recognition compliance tools automate revenue recognition, and powerful analytics provide actionable insights.

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Three Mile Island Unit Eyes $1.6B Revamp and Restart with Microsoft Deal

ENR Construction

The revamped twin-reactor unit, set to operate in 2028, was closed for financial reasons in 2019 and would add 835 MW of energy to the area grid over 20 years to match power used by the tech giant's data centers.

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KBR and Technip Picked For Big Louisiana Gas Terminal EPC Contract

ENR Construction

When completed, the three-train terminal would be one of the largest in the U.S., with a capacity of about 16.5 million tons per year, according to developer Energy Transfer.

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Tetra Tech Says It Is Collecting Lots of Cash, and Faster

ENR Construction

How long does it take environmental engineers to collect payments?

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3Q 2024 Cost Report: Construction Exec Confidence Largely Unchanged

ENR Construction

Although CFMA CFOs see a brighter outlook for 2025.

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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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Canvas Unveils the 1200CX, a Smaller Form Factor Drywall Robot

ENR Construction

Canvas CEO Kevin Albert said Sept. 12 that his company wants to do for interior construction what the steam shovel did for digging and excavating.

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3Q 2024 Cost Report: Rate Cuts Expected to Spur Construction Activity in 2025

ENR Construction

High labor costs will persist while other costs begin to decline.

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3Q 2024 Cost Report: Pay Hikes for Craftworkers Continue Amid Labor Shortage

ENR Construction

Union and open-shop employers alike continue to see wage increases in 2024.

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3Q 2024 Cost Report: Used Iron Prices Continue to Level Off, While OEMs Foresee Slower Sales for Rest of 2024

ENR Construction

Original equipment manufacturers cite replenished rental fleets for slowdown.

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Boost Growth & Efficiency with a Unified Construction Software Platform

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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The Canvas 1200CX Finishes a Wall September 12

ENR Construction

Canvas CEO Kevin Albert said Sept. 12 that his company wants to do for interior construction what the steam shovel did for digging and excavating.

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Trump and Harris: Looking Ahead to The Next Big Transportation Bill

ENR Construction

Presidential candidates Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have provided little information so far about what their infrastructure priorities would be if elected.