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What Does a Construction Manager Do? 6 Core Responsibilities Explained

Construction Today

Construction managers are the backbone of every successful building project. Their role spans every phase of a construction job, from concept to completion. But what does a construction manager do day to day? We outline the top six duties within the field of construction management and how construction managers ensure safety, quality, and efficiency on every job site.

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Addressing the Language Gap in Construction

Construction Business Owner

Addressing the Language Gap in Construction ccapoccia Thu, 04/10/2025 - 16:33 The construction industry is uniquely diverse, which breeds an extremely dissonant common language, therefore heightening workplace misunderstandings and risks while highlighting the necessity of companywide language training.

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Tulsa’s $252M ‘Stonehenge’ project begins

Construction Dive

The I-44 and U.S. 75 interchange project is set to be the most expensive the Oklahoma DOT has ever undertaken.

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New Crane Index, Quarterly Cost Report from Rider Levett Bucknall

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Rider Levett Bucknall has released its latest Crane Index and Quarterly Cost Report, providing a perspective on the North American construction industry in 16 key markets (formerly 14; Miami and Nashville have been newly added to the Quarterly Cost Report). The latest RLB quarterly cost report, with data current to mid-Q1 2025, shows that the national average change in construction costs was.98% in Q1, which was down from 1.11% in Q4; congruently, the year-over-year rate is 4.35%, down from 5.86

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Chicago asks city contractors to cut invoices by 3%

Construction Dive

The request to firms that had already signed contracts, sent by the city’s chief procurement officer, could put significant strain on small builders.

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Construction planning snaps growth streak

Construction Dive

Uncertainty around impacts from tariffs likely weighed on planning decisions, said Sarah Martin, associate director of forecasting at Dodge Construction Network.

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Hydronic-Radiant Comfort, Efficiency at Chippewa Indian Healthcare Facility

Contractor Magazine

ProBalance pumps deliver performance, speed commissioning of heating/cooling system.

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Pause on Tariffs Unlikely to Ease Project Worries

ENR Construction

Uncertainty remains as tariffs on most countries announced last week have been paused for 90 days.

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Powered by light: A new era of school health

Construction Specifier

By Keren Imberg, PhD, MBA Photos courtesy Hughes General Contractors Schools are considered high-risk environments for transmitting infectious diseases due to the close and frequent contact and communication between students and teachers. These typically include the common cold, influenza, strep throat, stomach flu, mononucleosis, and conjunctivitis. 1 Environments such as athletic training rooms, gymnasiums, cafeterias, and classrooms can act as sources for spreading infection.

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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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House Adopts Budget Framework With Senate's Amendments

ENR Construction

The 216-214 vote means lawmakers can begin budget reconciliation.

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Trump’s immigration enforcement against employers has been gradual. That may soon change.

Construction Dive

Worksite visits and arrests at smaller worksites are already happening. Operations against bigger employers, coupled with the threat of penalties, are likely fast approaching.

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Modular Construction Interface Standard Aims to Establish Clear Guidelines

ENR Construction

A new building code standard hopes to create guidelines for the connection and configuration of modular building components.

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Trades group sues federal government over PLA exemption

Construction Dive

NABTU argues that a Biden-era executive order mandating project labor agreements is still in effect, despite the Trump administration’s moves to curb their use.

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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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Industrial Leads for the Week of April 14, 2025

ENR Construction

Information derived from Industrial Reports, a market intelligence firm specializing in industrial construction and equipment leads.

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Farewell to DC Bureau Chief Tom Ichniowski: ENR's Government Eyes and Ears

ENR Construction

Momentous changes and unprecedented uncertainty now in federal governance is another reminder of the importance to ENRs audience of the magazines Washington, D.C., coverage.

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From the ENR Archives: August 24, 1944

ENR Construction

This 1944 cover image shows a crew of Navy Seabees placing steel mats for an airstrip somewhere in the Pacific.

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Autodesk Brings Mesh Exports Into Revit, With New Graphics

ENR Construction

Turning a photograph or a scan into a 3D model remains a cumbersome process involving several data processing steps.

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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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Atlas Tube Releases HSS Connections Tool at Steel Show

ENR Construction

On April 1 at the North American Steel Construction Conference in Louisville, Ky., Atlas Tube released its HSS Connections Hub, a cloud-based suite of engineering resources designed to simplify hollow structural sections connection design for structural engineers and steel fabricators.

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Trump's Calls for Big Boost in Coal Production Draws Ire from States

ENR Construction

Legal challenges to executive order aiming to boost coal production are expected.