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The importance of selecting healthy materials for K-12 projects

BD+C

The importance of selecting healthy materials for K-12 projects 0 qpurcell Mon, 09/30/2024 - 13:17 K-12 Schools Clark Nexsen interior designers Anna Claire Beethoven and Brittney Just, CID, IIDA, LEED Green Associate, share why it is imperative to specify healthy building materials in K-12 schools. Anna Claire Beethoven and Brittney Just, CID, IIDA, LEED Green Associate K-12 Schools Flooring Green Specifications Green Building Products Wood Sustainability According to the U.S.

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How US construction left the world behind

Construction Dive

The American building industry has thrived in recent years while growth has eluded contractors in many other countries. Here’s why.

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IAPMO Concludes 95th Annual Education and Business Conference

Contractor Magazine

Steve Panelli, Chief Plumbing Inspector, City and County of San Francisco, and Jeremy Stettler, Coordinator/Inspector, Davis School District, Clearfield, Utah, were elected to second terms as president and vice president, respectively.

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Granite-Obayashi JV receives orders for $113M Marine base project

Construction Dive

It’s the second major contract Granite has won at Camp Blaz in Guam, the U.S. Marines' first new base in 70 years.

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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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Hurricane Helene Damage Comes Into Focus With Long Rebuild Effort Expected

ENR Construction

Departments of Transportation in North Carolina and Tennessee are still assessing the extensive damages from Hurricane Helene, forecasting a months-long effort to repair hard-hit critical arteries such as Interstate 40.

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Sustainable solutions: Integrating green roofing and insulation

Construction Specifier

By Ryan Shure Photo ©sunflowereyy/Bigstockphoto.com With the United States government eyeing net-zero operations by the year 2050, all sectors of the economy are scrambling to improve their eco-friendliness and enhance sustainability. One of the most impactful steps businesses can take toward this end is in the realm of sustainable construction. While there are many innovative materials and design principles that can help improve a structure’s sustainability, one trending practice is the impleme

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Construction Employment Increases In 39 States Between August 2023 And August 2024

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction employment increased in 39 states in August from a year earlier, while 27 states and the District of Columbia added construction jobs between July and August, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said that tight labor market conditions are making it hard for firms to find enough workers to hire.

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Top 10 Best Sustainable Building Practices You Need to Know

Construction Today

As climate change and environmental degradation become increasingly pressing issues, the construction industry is turning to sustainable building practices to minimize its ecological footprint. But what is sustainable building? In essence, it refers to designing and constructing buildings in a way that reduces environmental impact, conserves resources, and promotes occupant well-being.

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How to More Effectively Mitigate Davis-Bacon Compliance Risk

Construction Business Owner

How to More Effectively Mitigate Davis-Bacon Compliance Risk Top five strategies for prime contractors navigating prevailing wage regulations. mhodges Mon, 09/30/2024 - 08:16 Discover the top five strategies that general contractors overseeing multiple tiers of subcontractors are using to protect themselves from potential fines and penalties. Download this eBook today to gain insights into: The fundamentals of prevailing wage compliance How a general contractor’s responsibilities compare to a pu

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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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Keep Construction Projects Running Smoothly with Cloud ERP

Construction Business Owner

Keep Construction Projects Running Smoothly with Cloud ERP Ditch the legacy construction ERP solution and get cloud ERP software that caters to all your needs. mhodges Mon, 09/30/2024 - 11:58 Construction technology continues to quickly evolve. Not many years ago, it would have been impossible to design, plan, and execute an entire building plan from a single, three-dimensional blueprint via building information modeling (BIM) technology, but today it is.