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How Autonomous Tech Is Transforming the Industry

Construction Business Owner

How Autonomous Tech Is Transforming the Industry ccapoccia Tue, 04/02/2024 - 16:33 In today’s construction industry, technology is the driving force behind transformative change, breathing new life into a sector facing multiple challenges. This digital transformation is not merely a shift but a dynamic renaissance, igniting the next phase in the industry's evolution, promising innovation and unlocking a realm of future possibilities.

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FedRAMP limits Construction Productivity and Innovation

Job Order Contracting

While the concept of providing a standardized security approach may have been sound, FedRAMP limits Construction Productivity and Innovation, The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) is a government-wide program that provides a standardized approach to security assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring for cloud products and services.

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Tight timelines, future-proofing key to stadium upgrades

Construction Dive

PCL Construction’s team breaks down its playbook for the numerous pro sports renovations it has completed across North America.

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6 Ways AI Is Changing the Construction Game

Construction Business Owner

6 Ways AI Is Changing the Construction Game ccapoccia Tue, 04/02/2024 - 14:45 Not long ago, building information modeling (BIM) was the hottest topic in the construction industry. But that’s no longer true, thanks to ChatGPT. Now the big question is this: What can generative artificial intelligence (AI) — and AI in general — do for construction? It’s still early days, but AI is already driving value, reducing risk and boosting efficiency and safety across the spectrum of planning, engineering,

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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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Andretti Global taps Clark for new Indiana HQ

Construction Dive

After replacing its first contractor, the racing giant plans to move to its new space in Fishers, Indiana, in 2025.

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Construction Job Openings Increased by 16,000 in February

Contractor Magazine

The number of open, unfilled construction positions stood at the second highest level on record at the end of February.

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What You Should Know Before Replacing Your Equipment Parts

Construction Business Owner

What You Should Know Before Replacing Your Equipment Parts ccapoccia Tue, 04/02/2024 - 14:33 When your equipment’s parts become worn or damaged, you will need to find a replacement to get you back up and running in peak condition. However, before you can do that, you need to know that there are four types of parts available: genuine, aftermarket, competitive and remanufactured.

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EPA Finalizes Heavy Truck Emissions Rule, Looks to Boost EVs by 2032

ENR Construction

Contractors are already embracing electric equipment as well as hybrids and electric trucks, but a new EPA rule could spur manufacturers to push for even faster EV adoption.

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The Pros & Cons of Leasing Heavy Machinery

Construction Business Owner

The Pros & Cons of Leasing Heavy Machinery ccapoccia Tue, 04/02/2024 - 14:55 As a business leader in the competitive construction industry, you have to set short-, mid- and long-term goals regularly — all of which require careful financial planning. From the projects you take on to the timelines you set, and all the way to the human and equipment resources you need, these considerations can make or break your financial stability.

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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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First-Tier Tribunal confirms that developers, landlords and their associates must bear the costs of building safety defects

Construction Law

The impact of the first case shedding light on the likely scope of Remediation Contribution Orders under the Building Safety Act is examined by Doug Wass of Macfarlanes. 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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Motivate Your Team to Win — & Keep Winning

Construction Business Owner

Motivate Your Team to Win — & Keep Winning ccapoccia Tue, 04/02/2024 - 15:18 Get over it! The people who work for you are not you. They don’t think like you, they work differently than you and they’re not as motivated as you. And just because you pay them a good salary doesn’t mean they’re going to work their fannies off the same way you do. To get them to follow your vision, reach big goals and achieve expected results, you have to give them a reason to follow and perform at their highest level

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New building control changes have far reaching implications

Construction Law

Barry Hembling and Marcus Hensher of Watson Farley & Williams analyse changes introduced this month under the Building Safety Act that fundamentally reform building control, but have attracted little attention. 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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What Is Your Firm Doing to Attract Employees?

Construction Business Owner

What Is Your Firm Doing to Attract Employees? ccapoccia Tue, 04/02/2024 - 15:31 Ry Bostrom DW Team Member, Repurposed Educator DW Companies To attract team members to DW Companies, we use a multifaceted approach that is focused on school engagement, investing in our current team, being a part of the local community and sharing it all through the power of social media.

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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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Goodwyn Mills Cawood Named Southeast Design Firm of the Year

ENR Construction

ENR Southeast's Design Firm of the Year will be profiled in the May 13 edition.

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ABC Releases February Construction Spending Data

Construction Superintendent Magazine

National nonresidential construction spending declined 1 % in February, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.179 trillion. Spending was down in a monthly basis in 15 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories.

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NYC DOB Revokes Worker Safety Cards Issued by Alleged 'Sham' Training Company

ENR Construction

Valor Consulting issued 20,000 Site Safety Training cards, most of which were still active.

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500 Units. Floor-to-Ceiling Windows. Truckloads of Tear Away Bead.

BD+C

500 Units. Floor-to-Ceiling Windows. Truckloads of Tear Away Bead. 1 kcichowicz Tue, 04/02/2024 - 10:01 Learn how Trim-Tex's Tear Away Bead simplified a stylish design for each unit of Detroit’s first all-glass residential high-rise.

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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 Law: April 2024

Construction Law

Editor’s comment Government go-slow on infrastructure investment shows no signs of abating Editor Nick Barrett asks with a general election looming, if there is any prospect of a reversal in years of underinvestment in the UK’s infrastructure. The government’s own net zero carbon targets are at risk if the speed of delivery of investments isn’t increased.

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How university rec centers are evolving to support wellbeing

BD+C

How university rec centers are evolving to support wellbeing 0 qpurcell Tue, 04/02/2024 - 13:35 Sports and Recreational Facilities In a LinkedIn Live, Recreation & Wellbeing’s Sadat Khan and Abby Diehl joined HOK architect Emily Ostertag to discuss the growing trend to design and program rec centers to support mental wellbeing and holistic health. University Buildings Sports and Recreational Facilities Designers Architects Projects In 2018 the University of Madison-Wisconsin’s recreation departm

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England and Wales High Court (Technology and Construction Court) Decisions: March 2024

Construction Law

Decisions of the Technology and Construction Court of the English and Wales High Court for March 2024. Supplied by BAILII, The British and Irish Legal Information Institute. Click on the case title to read the full decision on the BAILII website.

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How Fort Lauderdale Recovered a Phished $1.2M Police HQ Project Payment

ENR Construction

Unlike a recent cyber theft in Minnesota, diverted funds for Moss Construction were quickly reported.

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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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Assessing the Design and Build Risk

Construction Law

Our regular expert insurance market commentary from John D Wright of JD Risk Associates looks at the available design and build risk cover available. Expect greater information requirements from underwriters in the wake of Grenfell before cover is provided, he warns. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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First US Advanced Reactor at Scale Seeks Federal Construction Permit

ENR Construction

Bechtel has EPC contract to build TerraPower's estimated $4B sodium-cooled reactor at commercial scale at former coal power plant site in Wyoming.

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Termination: fortune may favour the brave (and well-prepared)

Construction Law

Termination of contracts is on the rise, even though it is still regarded as a last resort, one that carries risks. Terminating parties should treat the process as a project in its own right, advise Angus Rankin , Mat Parente and Jess Webster of Vinson & Elkins. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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Spiking the guns of trigger-happy contractors

Construction Law

Barrister Nick Kaplan of 3 Paper Buildings analyses a Technology and Construction Court decision in the first case where it considered whether a contractor had validly exercised a right to terminate under a JCT contract. Permission to appeal has already been granted. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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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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Payment notices and contract mechanisms: the latest lessons

Construction Law

Kim Simon-Robert and Vaila Hornsby of Dentons UK and Middle East LLP analyse the critical aspects of payment provisions within construction contracts with regard to the latest case law, which serves as a reminder for parties to comply diligently with both the contractual and statutory requirements governing payment. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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Construction Law Guide to: Limitation on liability

Construction Law

Our latest Construction Law Guides series article from Claire Turnbull of DLA Piper looks at limitations on liability. Limitation clauses are interpreted strictly, so clear and unambiguous language should be used where a party seeks to limit liability for losses that would otherwise be recoverable. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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Reports from the courts: April 2024

Construction Law

Our regular analyses of the court decisions of most interest to construction comes from Andrew Croft , Ben Spannuth , and Daniela Miklova of Beale & Company Solicitors LLP who look at a case that, among other things, provides guidance on the impartiality of adjudicators and the true construction of the bespoke payment terms agreed; and another that highlights the importance of commencing contractual negotiations early with a view to concluding them before commencing works.