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Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: Empowering Women in Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Discover the challenges faced by women in construction, and how construction professionals and firms can empower women to succeed in the industry.

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Finding the Best Machine for Your Fleet

Construction Business Owner

Finding the Best Machine for Your Fleet ccapoccia Thu, 02/29/2024 - 09:00 Boom lifts, or cherry pickers, give you the reach necessary to complete difficult indoor and outdoor tasks safely at height — even extreme height. But how do you choose between electric, hybrid and engine-powered? Which one is right for you?

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HP Civil Wins 2023 Construction Award for "Most Challenging Project"

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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Supply chain headaches persist 4 years into pandemic

Construction Dive

As the fourth anniversary of COVID-19’s arrival in the U.S. nears, contractors are still dealing with challenges around materials pricing and availability.

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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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Flatiron Advances Another Segment of North Carolina's $2.5B Complete 540 Expressway

ENR Construction

The contractor is working on a third section of the Triangle Expressway loop around Raleigh, now as part of a joint venture with Fred Smith Co.

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NY Construction Safety Firm Falsely Certified Workers, Says Manhattan DA

ENR Construction

Valor Security and Investigations allegedly falsely certified thousands of workers as having completed required safety training.

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Tutor Perini posts $171M loss for 2023 on legal disputes

Construction Dive

The megaproject contractor said most of the charges related to settlements on legacy projects have been resolved.

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Flatiron Advances New Segment of $2.5B North Carolina Expressway

ENR Construction

The contractor is working on a third section of the Triangle Expressway loop around Raleigh, now as part of a joint venture with Fred Smith Co.

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February 2024 wins: Contractors report their latest awards

Construction Dive

Construction Dive rounds up the newest project wins from some of the country’s biggest builders including Flatiron, Granite and McCarthy.

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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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International Builders’ Show and Kitchen & Bath Industry Show to Extend Co-Location Agreement Through 2030

Contractor Magazine

The 2024 DCW, held this week in Las Vegas, marks the 11th year of the agreement.

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Scout Motors breaks ground on $2B EV plant after environmental delays

Construction Dive

The automotive company plans to finish its South Carolina facility in 2026 after pausing construction in the fall of 2023.

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Reports from the courts: March 2024

Construction Law

Our regular analysis of court decisions of most interest to construction comes from Andrew Croft, Ben Spannuth and Daniela Miklova of Beale & Company Solicitors LLP who report on a case that reminds parties to comply with contractual notification requirements/payment obligations to avoid prejudicing their right to adjudicate; and a First Tier Tribunal decision that underlines that it has discretion under s124 of the Building Safety Act to determine whether a Remediation Contribution Order wo

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Burns & McDonnell taps new CEO, expands C-suite

Construction Dive

Incoming chief Leslie Duke said the fresh roles and promotions will bolster the Kansas City-based contractor as it takes advantage of infrastructure opportunities.

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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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Managing change control following the Building Safety Act 2022

Construction Law

Guest Editors Roddy Cormack and Katie Percy of Dentons UK and Middle East LLP warn that the new change control regime introduced under the Building Safety Act could make allocating and managing contractual risk significantly more challenging. Long underused digital tools might provide some help. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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Celebrating 65 years: 2023 in review

The Korte Company

2023 kept us busy. We delivered millions of square feet for America. We built for the bravest among us: the armed forces, doctors and nurses, educators, community leaders and more. A year goes by quick when you’re building a future as strong as the past. And we’ve stayed true to the values that have kept us grounded for decades. We got our start in a humble milking parlor in 1958.

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I Lived It: Litigator Provides His Perspective on Solar Warranty Claims

Constructlaw

Reposted from Solar Power World with permission. This article explores practical steps a solar array owner or operator can take now to better position itself to make warranty-related claims five, 10 or even 25 years into the future. These tips are based on my experience over the past year, during which I’ve handled two solar disputes — one that culminated in a two-week trial and another that required a two-week final arbitration hearing.

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Wearing your professional mantle in negotiations (for the greater good)

Construction Law

In our latest ADR series article Tracey Summerell of Dentons UK & Middle East LLP stresses the importance of proper behaviour during negotiations; poor behaviour could indicate unhealthy stress levels. 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.

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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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The Foundational Aspects of Organizational Data Management

ENR Construction

As transportation agencies pursue digital delivery as part of their core business, having good data management practices is becoming increasingly essential.

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Flood damage – an ongoing problem for insurers

Construction Law

Our insurance expert John D Wright of JD Risk Associates analyses the insurance aspects of flood damage. The future looks tricky for insurers and policyholders alike, he warns, as the frequency of flood events rises. 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.

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CTL Engineering Delivers Transparency and Efficiency with e-Construction Solutions

ENR Construction

By using e-Construction tools to bid and manage local-let projects, the team at CTL Engineering has been able to expedite project set-up, eliminate unnecessary travel, and data entry.

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Client pressures for speed can raise issues for lawyers

Construction Law

Sarah Fitzpatrick and Carina Wentzel of Norton Rose Fulbright describe the pressures lawyers can find themselves under when clients press for speed in securing planning approvals. Speed might however introduce commercial and legal risks, they warn. 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.

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How AI is Reshaping Construction: Insights from Industry Experts

Construction firms embracing AI are outperforming the competition. This exclusive guide unpacks the impact of AI-driven analytics, automation, and predictive insights on project management, risk reduction, and workforce transformation. Discover how AI enhances real-time decision-making, optimizes labor and materials, and ensures projects stay on schedule and budget.

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Collaboration and Standardization Support Successful BIM for Infrastructure Adoption

ENR Construction

Examining the ways collaboration is essential to widespread BIM adoption - from competitors working as collaborators to the embrace of new data standards.

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The reincarnation of time-barred claims

Construction Law

Stephanie Geesink , Counsel, and Dom Turner-Harriss of Watson Farley & Williams LLP analyse a Court of Appeal judgment that sets out how the courts will approach fire safety claims under the Defective Premises Act following the introduction of the extended limitation period in the Building Safety Act. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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Taking Steps Toward Model as the Legal Document (MALD) Through Data Standards

ENR Construction

Many states are already moving to approve models as the official engineering document of record. What is the impact on bidding, construction, and inspection?

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The problem with RAAC: comparing liabilities, claims and remedies in Scotland and England

Construction Law

Julie Scott-Gilroy of Morton Fraser MacRoberts LLP explains differences between how liabilities and claims and remedies relating to the use of RAAC differ between Scots law and the rest of the UK. A key difference is the time during which claims can be made. 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.

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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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Three Areas to Consider When Evaluating an Advanced Digital Construction Management System

ENR Construction

Today’s construction industry is in an interesting time with a landscape that seems hardly untouched by tech in any area, unlike never before.

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Adjudication: Does size and/or complexity matter?

Construction Law

Patrick Heneghan of 3PB Barristers asks whether Parliament intended adjudication to used in large or complex disputes. Can challenges based on claiming that the dispute is too large or complex succeed? 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.

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#133:  DOL's Latest Independent Contractor Rule

NH Construction Law

On January 10, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor issued its new rules on how to properly classify workers as either employees or independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The new rules are slated to go into effect on March 11, 2024, and reinstate the so-called “economic realities” test for determining whether a worker is in fact in business for himself.