Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 19, 2024

Annual recurring revenue is that sweet, sweet, repeatable profit to even out the peaks and valleys of project-based work. What are other 2024 trends?

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The Constructor

JANUARY 19, 2024

Plastering concrete surfaces is a critical component of construction that involves the application of lean mortar to enhance not only the visual aesthetics but also the durability and structural integrity of the surface. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the intricacies of plastering concrete surfaces, encompassing various methods applicable to different types of concrete […] The post Plastering Concrete Surfaces – Methods and Procedure appeared first on The Constructor.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 19, 2024

December’s rebound after three down months signaled “the planning queue is stabilizing,” according to Dodge’s chief economist.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 19, 2024

Mastering the right tone is critical when connecting and communicating with people in the construction business. Whether you're writing an email, making a phone call, or meeting in person, how you present yourself can make all the difference in building strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and partners. Research suggests that as much as 93% of communication is non-verbal , so it's unsurprising that the tone and meaning of emails and messages are misinterpreted as much as half the time.

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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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Construction Dive

JANUARY 19, 2024

The appointment of Joe Jouvenal to the operations role is the second C-suite move the contractor has announced in the past two months.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 19, 2024

Along with local contractor D.A. Everett, Turner will renovate the Spectrum Center over the next two offseasons, beginning in May.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 19, 2024

Nearly 150 parking structures in parts of Manhattan have been deemed unsafe or in need of repairs and continued monitoring, and reports on hundreds more are pending review or late to be filed.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 19, 2024

Photos courtesy AVL Systems Inc. By Charles Carrender In architectural design, the most successful projects are those that prioritize and optimize the occupant experience. How people engage and interact with a space is a direct result of how well the space is designed to perform in relation to its intended use. The way sound behaves (or, in some cases, does not behave) inside a commercial space makes it one of the most impactful elements on people within that space.

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BD+C

JANUARY 19, 2024

How to strengthen office design as employees return to work 0 qpurcell Fri, 01/19/2024 - 11:54 Office Buildings Adam James, AIA, Senior Architect, Design Collaborative, shares office design tips for the increasingly dynamic workplace. Adam James, AIA Office Buildings Headquarters Designers Engineers Architects The workplace has never been more dynamic in change than what we see today—work from home, hybrid, fully in office, not to mention the question, “is the large open floor plan dead?

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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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The Korte Company

JANUARY 19, 2024

177,726 square feet. A two-story addition. Multi-phased Design-Build. Those are a few easy ways to sum up our recent work for The Hershey Company. But all minimize the cutting-edge construction software that made this not-so-straightforward job in Robinson, Illinois possible — and the first of its kind in Korte history. Hershey first built their original Hershey Gateway packaging and processing facility in the 1950s.

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Contractor Magazine

JANUARY 19, 2024

When a geothermal system has problems with overheating, Nelson Mechanical Design installs the solution.

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Construction Law

JANUARY 19, 2024

Government has launched consultation on increasing penalties on contractors for street works offences in a bid to reduce congestion and raise up to £10 million a year for resurfacing roads, setting the scene for confrontation with utilities companies and their contractors. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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Construction Law

JANUARY 19, 2024

The new body representing Private Finance Initiative investors has recruited its first head, Labour peer Lord John Hutton. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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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 Law

JANUARY 19, 2024

A Kent scaffolding company has been fined and its director given a suspended prison sentence after a scaffolder suffered life changing injuries from an 11,000-volt electric shock. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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Construction Law

JANUARY 19, 2024

Construction price inflation and planning bureaucracy are blamed in a Public Accounts Committee report for failure to improve the UK’s flood resilience. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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Construction Law

JANUARY 19, 2024

The need for better practice in delivering major projects, more efficient maintenance and improvement of assets and more professional procurement have been highlighted by the head of government spending watchdog the National Audit Office in his annual address to Parliament. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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