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Heavy Lifting, Minimal Downtime: Mazzella’s Formula

Construction Business Owner

Heavy Lifting, Minimal Downtime: Mazzella’s Formula Learn how Mazzella Lifting Technologies optimized operations and kept their fleet moving with smart telematics solutions. mhodges Tue, 10/29/2024 - 09:45 Managing over 200 vehicles and 100 construction assets is no small feat, especially in heavy industries like construction. Mazzella Lifting Technologies needed a solution to cut inefficiencies and keep its fleet running smoothly across expansive and remote locations.

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How Procurement and Payment Automation Can Make You Everyone’s Favorite Customer

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Learn how to eliminate missed payments and keep your suppliers happy by automating your procurement process.

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How contractors and their clients can navigate NDAs

Construction Dive

Builders must walk a fine line between sharing their specialized expertise and passing on specific details gained from other owners’ projects, lawyers say.

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Ex-ComEd Lawyer Testifies Former Illinois House Speaker Demanded Favors for Support of Utility

ENR Construction

Former ComEd general counsel and top lobbyist Thomas O'Neill testified that lobbying work, internships and other favors were given in exchange for passing bills that hiked electrical rates with only modest investment in the state's electrical grid.

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Stay Ahead in 2024 with Proven Strategies for Success

The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.

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Clark chosen for $800M DC arena upgrade

Construction Dive

The owners of Capital One Arena have formed a partnership with the city to renovate the venue that is home to its NHL and NBA teams.

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New York GC taps new leadership for Carolinas and Northeast expansion

Construction Dive

Rochester-based LeChase Construction appointed William Goodrich as chairman and Kyle Sayer as president to lead its growth plans.

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BETA Technologies Project Recognized with National Award

PC Construction

Last night, PC Construction was recognized by the Construction Management Association of America with a national Project Achievement Award for the BETA Technologies Manufacturing and Assembly Facility. The Project Achievement Awards celebrate America’s leading professional construction and program managers that deliver creative and innovative projects around the world.

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Construction Partners buys Lone Star Paving for $654M, 3M shares

Construction Dive

The Dothan, Alabama-based contractor’s purchase allows it to enter the rapidly growing Central Texas market.

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Suffolk Construction Drywall Suits Involve Claim for $3 Million in Court Costs

ENR Construction

A surety seeks millions in expenses following a successful Florida federal court verdict against the construction management firm.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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ABC Releases Data for September Construction Job Openings

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The construction industry had 288,000 job openings on the last day of September, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey. JOLTS defines a job opening as any unfilled position for which an employer is actively recruiting. Industry job openings decreased by 40,000 last month and are down by 134,000 from the same time last year.

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Suffolk Construction's Florida Drywall Lawsuits Involve Claim for $3 Million in Court Costs

ENR Construction

A surety seeks millions in expenses following a successful verdict against the construction manager.

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September Construction Job Openings, Distorted by Storms, Decrease by 40,000

Contractor Magazine

Industry job openings decreased by 40,000 last month and are down by 134,000 from the same time last year.

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Indianapolis Transit Agency Sues AECOM for Bus Hub Cost Overruns

ENR Construction

IndyGo alleges the engineering firm ignored "red flags" while designing the Julia M. Carson Transit Center.

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Outdated ERP? Spot the Signs Before It Stalls Your Progress

Aging construction ERP systems can slow down productivity and put your business at risk. If you’re working with outdated software, you may be missing out on essential features and innovations like AI, AR, and enhanced reporting capabilities. This guide provides you with insights regarding when you need to upgrade and outlines what to look for in a new construction ERP system.

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EPA Awards $3B for Port Projects Targeting Zero Emissions

ENR Construction

Many of the grants will go toward electrification plans for port infrastructure and vehicles.

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Best Projects Stand on the Cutting Edge

ENR Construction

The Southeast construction industry isn’t just busy, it’s producing exceptional work that is pushing the envelope in a range of projects from highways in Puerto Rico to universities in North Carolina.

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Best Health Care - Orlando Health - Jewett Orthopedic Institute

ENR Construction

Orlando Health’s Jewett Orthopedic Institute is the first orthopedic hospital in Florida and the first hospital of its kind in the Southeast: a 375,000-sq-ft inpatient orthopedic hospital with 75 beds, 10 operating rooms and a 10-station bioskills lab for research and education.

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Merit Health Care - The New Baptist Hospital Campus

ENR Construction

Despite four hurricanes during construction, the design and construction team delivered a $499-million medical complex that brings lifesaving care to a metro area of a half-million people.

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How General Contractors Can Drive Growth Without Increasing Headcount

For construction businesses, scaling operations means taking on greater workloads. Unfortunately, much of the responsibility of managing additional work falls on you and your finance team. Learn how you can navigate the increased complexity of managing more projects without adding headcount. We’re here to share insights into why technology is key to scaling your finance operations.

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Best Highway/Bridge - I-85 Design-Build Widening MM 98 to MM 106 (Phase 3)

ENR Construction

South Carolina’s section of Interstate 85, called the Boom Belt due to burgeoning economic activity throughout the corridor, is now even better equipped to handle its load of travelers and shipping thanks to this design-build project to add two lanes across eight miles of I-85 and reconstruct four interchanges and one railroad bridge.

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Best K-12 Education - Jewish Leadership Academy

ENR Construction

Jewish Leadership Academy—a new Modern Orthodox middle and upper school in Miami—aims to combine academic rigor and Judaic studies with an emphasis on developing future leaders and giving back to the community.

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Merit K-12 Education - Goodlettsville Elementary School

ENR Construction

The Goodlettsville Elementary School renovation enhanced building aesthetics while bringing the school into adherence with learning environment standards set by Metro Nashville Public Schools.

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Best Landscape/Urban Development - City of Clearwater - Coachman Park

ENR Construction

Once an asphalt parking lot that covered much of Clearwater’s waterfront, the city envisioned the 19-acre site as an urban bayfront destination that could be a catalyst for downtown economic development.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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Merit Landscape/Urban Development - Cross Charlotte Trail - Brandywine to Tyvola Road

ENR Construction

The 26-mile Cross Charlotte Trail is a continuous, separated and connected greenway system stretching from the North Carolina-South Carolina state line through uptown Charlotte to Cabarrus County.

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Best Manufacturing and Project of the Year Finalist - United Therapeutics Phase 5 cGMP Warehouse

ENR Construction

United Therapeutics’ latest distribution warehouse may be the second net-zero building constructed on the biotechnology company’s campus in Durham, N.C.’s Research Triangle Park, but it’s still a one-of-a-kind project.

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Merit Manufacturing - Cottrell Trailers Manufacturing Plant

ENR Construction

The team developed 110 acres and constructed a plant with the goal of improving Cottrell Trailer’s production capabilities, ranging from painting to assembly of its auto-hauler fleets.

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Merit Office/Retail/Mixed-Use - Bandwidth Inc. Headquarters

ENR Construction

Completed in July 2023, Bandwidth Inc.’s new campus includes a five-story, 500,000-sq-ft office building that features a full-service cafeteria, an open-office layout, communication pods and five separate terraces that provide outdoor seating and views of the campus.

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12 Reasons Specialty Contractors Need a Construction-Specific Software Platform

As a specialty contractor, your success hinges on your ability to manage complex workflows, maintain cost control, and deliver projects on time. But are you still relying on outdated systems or multiple software packages that create data silos and inefficiencies? This comprehensive eBook reveals the 12 key reasons why investing in a construction-specific software platform is the game-changer your business needs.

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Best Renovation/Restoration - Georgia Aquarium Café Renovation

ENR Construction

The $19.5-million interior renovation of the Georgia Aquarium’s existing café aimed to enhance the guest experience, increase food service capacity and update food service offerings.

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Merit Renovation/Restoration - Alton Lennon Federal Building and US Courthouse Repair and Alteration Disaster Recovery

ENR Construction

Built in 1919 as a custom house in the neoclassical revival style, the historic three-story, 60,031-sq-ft Alton Lennon Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse is on the National Register of Historic places.

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Merit Residential/Hospitality - Hub Atlanta

ENR Construction

Adding 792 beds across 292 student apartments helped boost Georgia Tech’s off-campus housing stock. Hub Atlanta blends convenience, culture and connectivity at the heart of Atlanta.

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