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How To Build Construction Business Systems That Deliver Results

Contractor Bookkeeping

In the competitive construction industry, implementing efficient business systems can make a significant impact on the overall success and profitability of a construction business, regardless of its size or specialization. From streamlining operations to improving project management, adopting efficient systems can yield tangible benefits that truly pay off in the long run.

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Protect Your Ride: How to Install a Metal Carport in Your Driveway

Construction Marketing

Owning a car is like having a baby because you want to take care of it with all you have and you don’t want something bad to happen to it. After all, it’s a significant investment and it’ll be your possession for a long time. Protecting it isn’t an afterthought—it’s a priority. And one of the most practical steps you can take is to install a metal carport.

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Disney eyes $17B worth of work in Florida

Construction Dive

The entertainment company may construct a fifth theme park in Orlando, following an initial agreement with the local oversight board.

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How E-Invoicing Can Benefit Your Construction Company

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Discover how adopting e-invoicing can significantly elevate your construction company’s processes and bottom line.

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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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Former racetrack makes way for master-plan near Detroit

Construction Dive

The Downs will contain 174 apartments, 53 condos and 245 homes and townhomes at full buildout, plus retail and parking spaces.

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Big-D taps construction law vet for chief legal officer

Construction Dive

Melissa Beutler Withy, who has written and edited two books on construction law, first represented the company as a partner at a private law firm.

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Construction Posts Strong Employment Gain for May, Adding 21,000 Jobs

ENR Construction

The BLS report, which updated earlier preliminary figures, revised April’s jobs figure downward from an increase of 9,000 to no overall gain for that month.

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7 ways to change 'business as usual': The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library

BD+C

7 ways to change 'business as usual': The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library 0 rcassidy Fri, 06/07/2024 - 06:52 Patrick Thibaudeau, JLG Architects – Renderings by Plomp and Snøhetta The need for change is more pressing than ever. Today, weather events are more intense, more damaging, and more disruptive than ever. Unless we change business as usual, these impacts will increase at a pace out of our control.

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MTA Projects in Limbo After Governor Pauses Manhattan Congestion Pricing

ENR Construction

Transit projects ranging from a $7.7-billion subway line extension to station accessibility improvements are on hold with the pause of program which was expected to generate $15 billion.

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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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New issue of Construction Law arrives with subscribers

Construction Law

The latest issue of Construction Law is arriving on subscriber’s desks, and our extensive range of in depth news and analysis of key developments is also available to read now on the journal’s website. 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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Scaffold Fall Kills Worker and Injures Another on Chicago Medical Project

ENR Construction

David O’Donnell, 27, died in June 6 Chicago project accident, while Samantha Ruvolo Deschenes, 33, suffered fatal injuries May 30 in forklift rollover at a Portland, Ore., school construction site.

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Transparency worries rise over growing use of frameworks

Construction Law

The value of government contracts awarded to the private sector via frameworks has tripled in the past four years but is raising transparency concerns, according to procurement data provider Tussell. 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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Caltrain's $2.4B Commuter Rail Electrification Project Nears Completion

ENR Construction

The long-running program to electrify 52 miles of commuter rail in Northern California has survived political infighting, pandemic disruptions and contract disputes.

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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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Builders call for planning reform

Construction Law

The National Federation of Builders (NFB) has called for an ‘Ofsted’ style system for planning to be introduced by the next government in its general election submission. 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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Scaffold Fall Kills Ironworker on Chicago Cancer Center Project

ENR Construction

Fall that killed David O’Donnell, 27, and injured another ironworker occurred after scaffolding blew away from a University of Chicago project under construction, said a fire official, but it is under federal OSHA investigation.

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Long term railway investment strategy demanded

Construction Law

The Railway Industry Association (RIA) has called on the incoming UK government to produce a long term investment strategy for the UK network. 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 Economics for June 10, 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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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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Scaffolder death punished by large fine

Construction Law

Tata Chemicals Europe Limited has been fined £1.2 million after pleading guilty to safety breaches in 2016 that resulted in the death of a scaffolder. 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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Chicago Advances O'Hare Terminal Expansion

ENR Construction

Excavation and foundation work should start this summer.

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