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Keeping Up with the Evolving Construction Industry

Construction Business Owner

Keeping Up with the Evolving Construction Industry By Matt Klemmensen, Casualty Loss Control Expert, Munich Re Specialty – North America mhodges Wed, 10/30/2024 - 08:47 The construction industry is a dynamic segment of the economy. Contracting firms must constantly adapt to changing market conditions. Shocks like the “remote work revolution” brought on by the pandemic have caused cancellations and delays to commercial office projects.

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Transform Construction Cost Estimating

Job Order Contracting

If your projects are overbudget, late, and continue to go “off the rails”, it may be time to transform construction cost estimating practices. Transform Construction Cost Estimating Traditionally cost estimates are created by either contacting local constractors or subconstractors, or by using a national average construction cost database and applying a cost factor.

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Ribbon Cut on New PurposeEnergy Facility

PC Construction

Last week, PC joined PurposeEnergy for a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the completion of construction for the new Middlebury Resource Recovery Center (MRRC) in Vermont. The MRRC is an industrial organic waste treatment center for converting food and beverage residuals and wastewater into renewable energy and treated water. The 2,600-square-foot, two-story facility, situated on a half-acre site in Middlebury, consists of an anaerobic digester, a generator to produce renewable electricity from d

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New construction technology releases: October 2024

Construction Dive

From a chatbot that speaks builders’ language to tech that corrals massive amounts of data captured from scans, this month’s offerings are aimed at simplifying complex tasks.

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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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AHR Expo Announces 2025 Innovation Awards Winners

Contractor Magazine

Winners are chosen annually in ten industry categories, representing the most innovative products and technologies in the market.

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Oracle Sues Procore, Claims Theft of Trade Secrets for ERP Integration

ENR Construction

Oracle is suing Procore over what it says is theft of intellection property, taken from Textura Payment Management by a former employee that moved to Procore in 2021.

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Construction job openings fall post-Helene

Construction Dive

Economists say the hurricane temporarily suppressed the number of open construction positions across the Southeast at the end of September.

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Giant 2-GW Geothermal Project in Utah Gains Federal Approval

ENR Construction

Fervo Energy has construction underway on 631-acre project, including on 148 acres of public land, and announced two purchase agreements with Southern California Edison for 320 MW of eventual output.

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How Barton Malow leverages preconstruction tech

Construction Dive

An exec for the Southfield, Michigan-based firm discusses how technology has evolved in the sector to help builders save time and money.

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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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Archer Western Picked for $50M Renewable Natural Gas Plant in San Antonio

ENR Construction

The waste-to-energy facility will be able to process up to 250,000 tons of industrial organic waste into renewable natural gas annually.

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Thought Leaders: October 2024

Construction Dive

Executives from Shawmut, Granite, JE Dunn and other major construction firms talk about their latest challenges and successes.

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Microsoft Announces $1B Ohio Data Center Spend, Despite Utility Tariffs

ENR Construction

Tech giant's CEO directs effort to identify sites east of Columbus for projects, as Virginia developer pushes plans for gas-fired power plant to support planned 85-unit data center complex.

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Material health: Metal fabric in healthcare design

Construction Specifier

By Dale Payne Photos ©Moris Moreno Photography/courtesy GKD Metal Fabrics Pandemic-level illness, a nationwide mental health crisis, and healthcare worker burnout are fueling a reimagined future for America’s healthcare infrastructure. This movement is made evident by the 2024 AIA Consensus Construction Forecast, 1 which projects a pattern of stable growth for healthcare will continue, producing an increase in spending of around 3.5 percent annually this year and next.

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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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Construction Economics for November 4, 2024

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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AHR Expo Announces 2025 Innovation Awards Winners

Contractor Magazine

Winners are chosen annually in ten industry categories, representing the most innovative products and technologies in the market.

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Sound Transit Finalizes West Seattle Link Extension Alignment

ENR Construction

The West Seattle Extension is part of the ST3 plan approved by voters in 2016 — the largest infrastructure program in Seattle’s history.

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Reasons to reinvent the Midcentury academic library

BD+C

Reasons to reinvent the Midcentury academic library 0 qpurcell Wed, 10/30/2024 - 10:00 Libraries DLR Group's Interior Design Leader Gretchen Holy, Assoc. IIDA, shares the idea that a designer's responsibility to embrace a library’s history, respect its past, and create an environment that will serve student populations for the next 100 years. Gretchen Holy, Assoc.

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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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Houston Developer's Giant 2-GW Geothermal Project in Utah Gains Federal OK

ENR Construction

Fervo Energy has construction underway on 631-acre project, including on 148 acres of public land, and announced two purchase agreements with Southern California Edison for 320 MW of eventual output

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