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Major Construction Cost Estimating Improvement

Job Order Contracting

An important construction cost estimating inprovement is the use of current, objective, verifiable, and locally researched granular labor, material, and equipment construction tasks. An important construction cost estimating improvement is the use of current, objective, verifiable, and locally researched granular labor, material, and equipment c onstruction tasks.

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What employers can expect following the end of Chevron deference

Construction Dive

For one thing, the Department of Labor’s regulations may not fare well under federal courts’ scrutiny post-Chevron, a former DOL official told HR Dive.

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Work Begins on First Phase of 1-GW South Africa Solar Installation

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Independent power producer SolarAfrica Energy has begun construction on its first utility-scale solar installation, located in South Africa's Northern Cape. Phase 1 of the SunCentral project will have about 342 MW in generating capacity.

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The key to talking about mental health: ‘Make sure people feel comfortable.’

Construction Dive

Skanska USA says its outreach programs in Ohio and Tennessee have had a real impact in removing the stigma around sensitive subjects.

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How General Contractors Can Drive Growth Without Increasing Headcount

For construction businesses, scaling operations means taking on greater workloads. Unfortunately, much of the responsibility of managing additional work falls on you and your finance team. Learn how you can navigate the increased complexity of managing more projects without adding headcount. We’re here to share insights into why technology is key to scaling your finance operations.

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Why decarbonizing hospitals smartly is better than electrification for healthcare design

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Why decarbonizing hospitals smartly is better than electrification for healthcare design 0 qpurcell Thu, 07/18/2024 - 12:25 Healthcare Facilities Driven by new laws, regulations, tariffs, ESG goals, and thought leaders in the industry itself, healthcare institutions are embracing decarbonization to meet 2050 goals for emissions reductions. Tariq Amlani, Cyrus Jeejeebhoy, and Elmira Reisi Healthcare Facilities Hospital Design Trends Designers Engineers Energy Energy-Efficient Design Sustainable D

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Decarbonizing with CONTRAFLAM® One Fire-Resistive Glass

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Decarbonizing with CONTRAFLAM® One Fire-Resistive Glass 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/18/2024 - 13:03 Vetrotech Saint-Gobain North America representatives discuss the importance of decarbonizing with glass and introduce their new low-embodied carbon fire-rated glass solution at AIA 2024.

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First Phase of $2B Staten Island Flood Risk Reduction Project to Begin Construction in 2024

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers awards the first of seven large contracts to reduce flood risk on Staten Island.

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Groundbreaking School Security Standard Protects Students During Active Shootings

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Groundbreaking School Security Standard Protects Students During Active Shootings 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/18/2024 - 12:12 SAFTI FIRST In the wake of the tragic rise in active shooter incidents at schools, the National Glass Association (NGA) took swift action in 2021 by forming a dedicated School Security Task Force. Their mission? To develop robust standards for windows and doors (known as fenestration systems) to protect students and staff.

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Kris Kolluri to Resign as CEO Overseeing $16B Hudson Tunnel

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Gateway Development Commission CEO said he would resign effective Aug. 16.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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Oral History Interview of Waldo Bowman, Editor-in-Chief of Engineering News-Record

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The Center for Oral History at Columbia University, founded in 1948, is an archive of thousands of recordings of interviews with a wide range of public figures.

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