Fri.Jul 19, 2024

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Don't Let The Numbers Lie: Detecting And Preventing Bookkeeping Fraud

Contractor Bookkeeping

Employee fraud can seriously affect any business; the construction industry is no exception. We have discussed this numerous times in our podcasts and blog posts. Unfortunately, we still get calls from construction business owners who unknowingly become victims of this financial nightmare. That is why it is important to revisit this topic and emphasize the need to be proactive and vigilant so it doesn't happen to you.

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Construction firm to pay $50K to settle claim it retaliated against HR manager for investigating harassment

Construction Dive

Pro Pallet allegedly chastised the HR manager for investigating the complaint, reassigned major parts of her job to others and excluded her from meetings.

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Obituary: Irvin Richter, 79, Pioneered Construction Claim Resolution, Project Management Consulting

ENR Construction

Innovator who founded and led claims and project management consultant Hill International in the 1970s and became a widely sought expert in both fields, died of complications from a stroke on June 22.

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Pet project: Turner’s $43M dog training facility build

Construction Dive

The contractor is constructing a center for the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides in Oakville, Ontario, where crews are fostering a puppy onsite.

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Expert Guide to Making the Best Construction ERP Decision for Your Firm

Choosing the right ERP system is a pivotal decision for any construction company. Our buyer’s guide is crafted to provide leaders with the essential knowledge needed to make informed choices. This guide delves into the critical aspects of selecting a construction ERP, including making the right decision, building internal support, and identifying the best software for your organization.

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ENR MidAtlantic Announces 2024 Regional Best Projects Award Winners

ENR Construction

Written by the staff of ENR MidAtlantic Construction, this blog offers insights, analysis and opinionated takes on the latest news, trends and projects.

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Professional Women's Soccer Stadium Project in Boston Receives Key Approval

ENR Construction

Designed by Stantec, the White Stadium renovation in Boston refreshes a nearly 80-year-old stadium.

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Climate change demands major infrastructure investment, says statutory adviser

Construction Law

The Climate Change Committee (CCC) - an independent statutory body established under the Climate Change Act - says that only a third of the emissions reductions required to achieve the UK’s 2030 Net Zero target are currently covered by credible plans. 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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ARCO Construction Says 'Demonization' Campaign by Boston Union Cost Millions in Lost Revenue

ENR Construction

The contractor's lawsuit cites the union's use of an employee's old Facebook posts.

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Government says Development Consent Order was an error in law

Construction Law

Two legal challenges against a Development Consent Order (DCO) granted to a coal mine development in Cumbria went ahead in the High Court this week, despite the new Labour government deciding not to defend the previous government’s granting of the consent. 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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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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NLRB Withdraws Appeal of 2023 Joint Employer Rule Case, Will Revert to Trump-era Rule

ENR Construction

The National Labor Relations Board has dropped an appeal of a ruling that said its 2023 Joint Employer rule was flawed, marking a win for construction and other business groups that preferred a 2023 definition of what constitutes a joint employer.

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Planning reform central to government growth hopes

Construction Law

Construction has broadly responded favourably to the promise of the new approach to infrastructure investment and delivery held out in the King’s Speech this week. 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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Trump Speech, GOP Platform Stress Fossil Fuels and Border Security

ENR Construction

Presidential candidate Donald Trump would use financial gains from oil and gas drilling to fund highways and some other infrastructure, he told Republican supporters at the party's national convention.

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Stonehenge plans in the appeal court again

Construction Law

The final legal appeal against the A303 Stonehenge Tunnel was heard in the appeal court this week. 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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Sustainable Construction: Practical Strategies for Reducing Material Waste

In the construction industry, efficient material management and waste reduction are essential for both environmental sustainability and economic success. This detailed eBook provides an in-depth look at methods to cut waste and boost material efficiency. Topics covered include sustainable design principles, utilizing BIM for waste minimization, precise estimating and ordering, and effective storage and handling of materials.