Fri.Aug 30, 2024

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Higher Education in the Toolbelt Generation

ENR Construction

With Gen Z’s growing interest in the trades and shifting opinions about the value a traditional college degree offers all learners seeking continuing education, there are many opportunities to embrace alternative pathways to higher education.

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Key Bridge rebuild contract issued

Construction Dive

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Construction Business Continuity - From Labor To Legacy

Contractor Bookkeeping

We often overlook the immense value that construction contractors bring to our communities. From building our homes and schools to developing infrastructure and commercial spaces, construction contractors like you play a vital role in shaping our world. Your contributions are undeniably essential, yet they often go unrecognized. This Labor Day weekend, it's time to shed light on your significant impact on our everyday lives.

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As football season kicks off, Turner breaks ground on Broncos HQ

Construction Dive

The New York City-based contractor will build a $175 million headquarters and training center on the site of the current facility.

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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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Millions of Acres Added for Solar Power Projects on Public Land

ENR Construction

U.S. Bureau of Land Management releases final plan to direct expanded development on about 31 million acres in 11 western states.

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Labor Dept. Projects 10-Year Gain for Construction Employment

ENR Construction

Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 380,100 increase in industry jobs in 2023-2033 period.

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Louisiana Payment Bond Changes: What Material Suppliers Need to Know

Levelset

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry recently signed two significant pieces of legislation into law: La. Acts Nos. 758 and 761. These acts represent a substantial shift in how payment bond defenses are handled for sureties under both the Public Works Act and the Private Works Act. What makes these changes particularly impactful is their specific implications for material suppliers.

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Tips for Finding and Retaining Talent for Your Contracting Business

ENR Construction

Finding qualified talent is only part of the equation of building a sustainable workforce.

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Ribbon Cut on SVMC’s New Emergency Department

PC Construction

Yesterday, the Southern Vermont Medical Center celebrated the completion of their emergency department modernization project with an official ribbon cutting ceremony. The project went through several design and scope iterations and was then delayed due to the pandemic prior to breaking ground in the fall of 2021. The 14,000-square-foot addition and 11,000 square feet of renovations was broken into several phases and temporary scopes of work to maintain ongoing operations and ensure uninterrupted

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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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Autodesk Releases Strong Q2 Results, Touts New Transaction Model

ENR Construction

Construction sodtware vendor beat analysts' expectations with quarter earnings of $2.15 a share.

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Industry needs to do more on building safety, admits CLC report

Construction Law

A Construction Leadership Council (CLC) report on progress made by the industry to improve building safety following the Grenfell Tower tragedy admits that ‘much work’ remains to be done to produce the industry transformation that would deliver safe buildings. 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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How Can We Strengthen Construction Leadership Training Programs?

ENR Construction

The success of a construction project depends on the people involved and how they function as a team. From a project’s earliest stages to completion, strong leadership is essential to getting the job done and getting it done right.

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Best Hiring Partner In Construction

Construction Business Owner

Best Hiring Partner In Construction Recognized for Excellence in Construction Recruitment Services mhodges Fri, 08/30/2024 - 08:28 Revolutionizing Construction Hiring - The Contractor Consultants Win "Top Construction Hiring Services Provider 2024" In a significant achievement, The Contractor Consultants have been recognized as the "Top Construction Hiring Services Provider 2024".

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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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Future-Proof Your Talent with Training

ENR Construction

The construction industry is ever evolving, with companies increasingly finding new ways to engage and retain their employees through innovative training programs.

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#138:  2024 Legislative Update

NH Construction Law

This summer has seen a number of state legislative measures that affect the construction industry, both to update codes and to attempt to spark additional housing. It was just a couple of years ago that New Hampshire updated its State Building Code to the 2018 versions of the International Building Code, International Residential Code and other related ICC codes governing construction. ( Blog #115 ) On August 2, 2024, Governor Sununu signed into law an amendment of RSA 155-A that adopts the 2021

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In Her Own Words: A Call to Action From the Field

ENR Construction

NCCER’s Women in Construction – In Her Own Words: A Call to Action From the Field highlights actionable items to assist contractors with recruiting and retaining women in the construction industry.

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The Raymond Group Named ENR California 2024 Specialty Contractor of the Year

ENR Construction

The Orange, Calif.-based wall and ceilings contractor, ENR California's 2024 Specialty Contractor of the Year, reported an 11% revenue increase for 2023.

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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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Construction Credentials: Why Do They Matter?

ENR Construction

It is understood across the construction industry that training credentials are important and are a vital part of our educational system.

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Labor Dept. Projects 10-Year Gain for Construction Employment

ENR Construction

BLS projects 380,100 increase in jobs in 2023-2033 period.

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From the ENR Archive: August 31, 1944

ENR Construction

This 1944 cover photo shows Chinese engineers constructing a hand-made wooden bridge across the Tanai Hka River in Myanmar (then called Burma).