Job Order Contracting
JULY 26, 2024
Construction Aggregates The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) defines the construction aggregates industry as those companies that mine and process crushed stone and (or) construction sand and gravel. Construction aggregates are an essential part of the construction industry and serve as an indicator of the strength of the industry. All 50 U.S. States produce construction aggregates.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JULY 26, 2024
The recent cyber outage is a stark reminder of digital systems' vulnerability and potential impact on businesses, including those in the construction industry. This incident offers several critical lessons for construction bookkeeping. As a contractor, your accounting and bookkeeping systems are vulnerable not only to cyber threats but also to software outages, which can compromise sensitive financial data and disrupt business operations.
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Job Order Contracting
JULY 26, 2024
Current, objective, verifiable, and detailed construction cost data is critical to achieving any useful level of cost visibility and cost management. The fact that detailed unit price cost estimates using this type of information is rarely used and shared among owners and design/builders is largely responsible for cost overruns. “National average price books” are wide used by both owners and design/builders, however, cannot provide an adequate representation of local market conditi
Construction Dive
JULY 26, 2024
Over 40 cities will have these standards in place by 2026, compelling building owners to prioritize energy efficiency and emissions reduction measures, according to a report from JLL.
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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.
Construction Today
JULY 26, 2024
While many construction material suppliers are being overshadowed by larger corporate organizations, independent provider of high-quality building materials Action Gypsum Supply (Gypsum) continues to grow. Its longevity can be attributed to its independent status and business ethos, which empower it to prioritize relationships with customers and effectively support their businesses.
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ENR Construction
JULY 26, 2024
Clayco will build the 440-acre complex at a long-defunct steel plant site that will host the first utility-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer in the U.S., the developer says.
Construction Dive
JULY 26, 2024
Recently constructed facilities for the Summer Games include an aquatics center, climbing walls and a gymnastics and badminton arena.
ENR Construction
JULY 26, 2024
Clayco will build the 440-acre complex at a long-defunct steel plant site that will host the first utility-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer in the U.S., the developer says.
Contractor Magazine
JULY 26, 2024
The GSA’s acceptance of ARCSA/ASPE/ANSI rainwater standards in its mandatory design standards and performance criteria for its buildings signals positive momentum for the rainwater catchment and harvesting industry.
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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.
ENR Construction
JULY 26, 2024
The planned acquisition of Dornan Engineering Group, an advanced technology sector specialist, will add another dimension in Europe for Turner and its Germany-based parent company, Hochtief.
Construction Today
JULY 26, 2024
From farm shops and horse barns to suburban garages and multipurpose buildings, FBi Buildings’ custom post frame constructions are designed to meet customers’ specific needs. Founded in 1958, on faith, family, and innovation, the company is in its third generation of family-run operations. This focus on family values weaves through the company culture, making the business stand out among more… Source The post How FBi Buildings continues to get its customers’ projects off t
ENR Construction
JULY 26, 2024
Clayco will build the 440-acre complex at a long-defunct steel plant site that will host the first utility-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer in the U.S., the developer says.
Construction Today
JULY 26, 2024
Built on a strong basis of expertise, integrity, and excellence, T&T Construction Management Group, Inc is a woman-owned, premier concrete specialty contractor. For nearly 30 years, the company has provided turnkey horizontal and vertical concrete solutions for large-scale commercial construction projects across the Caribbean, Florida, and the Eastern United States.
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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.
ENR Construction
JULY 26, 2024
US Energy Dept. officials selected 20 projects to receive financial support under the Transmission Siting and Economic Development Grant Program created by the Inflation Reduction Act.
Construction Law
JULY 26, 2024
Cancellation of the northern part of the HS2 project has left the project’s purposes unclear, wasted significant resources and undermined plans for increasing capacity, says government spending watchdog the National Audit Office (NAO). To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.
Construction Today
JULY 26, 2024
When construction executives sit down to develop plans, bids, and schedules for a project, profitability and efficiency are always top of mind. However, worker safety is another extremely important element that contributes directly to a company’s success and reputation, as well as the health and wellbeing of their employees. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics… Source The post How modern ConTech tools increase safety on construction job sites appeared first on Constructio
Construction Law
JULY 26, 2024
Demolition specialist Veolia ES (UK) Ltd has been fined £3 million after a man died and another was seriously injured while decommissioning a North Sea gas rig in Great Yarmouth. 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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Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?
Construction Today
JULY 26, 2024
The industrial real estate market, generally defined as manufacturing facilities; fulfillment centers; warehouses; last-mile logistics; and self-storage facilities, has seen an extended period of growth from 2019 through 2023 fueled by the incredible demand for online purchases driven by the pandemic. Over the past ten months, the industry has seen vacancy normalize and construction starts slow… Source The post Industrial growth will continue despite recent headwinds appeared fi
Construction Law
JULY 26, 2024
The National Audit Office has found a catalogue of failings in the Department for Transport’s (DfT) oversight of the road network in a new report on the condition and maintenance of local roads in England. 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.
Construction Today
JULY 26, 2024
Six key trends are currently shaping the construction industry, driven by the need for increased efficiency, sustainability and safety: building information modelling (BIM), 3D printing, robotics, IoT and augmented/virtual reality. In this piece we focus on how drones have come to the fore, allowing unprecedented access and monitoring. These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have seamlessly… Source The post How drones have become indispensable tools in the industry appeared first on Constru
Construction Law
JULY 26, 2024
Long-term lack of investment in infrastructure has been blamed by Environment Agency chief Alan Lovell for poor performance by water companies. 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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In the face of rising customer expectations and evolving industry standards, staying ahead in construction demands innovation. A Next Generation Construction ERP is designed to meet these challenges head-on. By integrating this advanced system into your tech stack, you empower your team with a single source of truth, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.
Construction Today
JULY 26, 2024
I have a degree in architecture and practiced it for the first six years of my career. I aspired to be a designer and got an opportunity early on to be a project designer. I worked for a company in Orange County and had the chance to design a couple of buildings while I was there, which was a phenomenal experience. I loved it. Having progressed the projects through coordination… Source The post Naomi Whitesel shares how McCarthy Building Companies brings the right people, passion and resou
Construction Law
JULY 26, 2024
Cheshire-based electrical transmission contractor Wood Transmission and Distribution Ltd has been fined £240,000 with over £14,000 costs after a worker was paralysed from the chest down after a fall at work. 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.
Construction Today
JULY 26, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of the commercial concrete industry, innovation is paramount. AggrePlex, a pioneering waste-to-value company, has introduced a groundbreaking product, PozzoDyne, that promises to revolutionize the industry. PozzoDyne, an engineered ground glass pozzolan, is designed to address the pressing and immediate environmental and performance challenges faced by the concrete… Source The post Revolutionizing the commercial concrete industry with sustainab
ENR Construction
JULY 26, 2024
Diversified Dallas-based specialty contractor will be profiled in the Sept. 30 edition of ENR Texas & Louisiana.
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Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.
ENR Construction
JULY 26, 2024
Diversified Dallas-based specialty contractor will be profiled in the Sept. 30 edition of ENR Texas & Louisiana.
ENR Construction
JULY 26, 2024
Some construction firms are well down the path toward a technologically enhanced future, with robots, drones, cloud-based resources and acres of software. But others have work to do. So what should they be thinking about?
ENR Construction
JULY 26, 2024
ClearTech Engineered Solutions is a Dublin-based specialist engineering contractor that designs and installs post-tensioning for bridges, buildings, roads and other civil engineering projects.
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