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Construction Industry Trends: March 2024 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.

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How to Prep Your Loader for the Upcoming Busy Season

Construction Business Owner

How to Prep Your Loader for the Upcoming Busy Season ccapoccia Thu, 04/04/2024 - 08:58 Spring is a great time to get your equipment ready for the busy working season ahead. With longer days, comfortable temperatures and improved ground conditions, it’s the perfect opportunity to make sure your equipment is in top shape.

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JOC Coefficients Less than 1.0

Job Order Contracting

JOC Coefficients less than 1.0 are unfortunately common however represent sinficant risk to both real property owners and JOC contractors. A Job Order Contract (JOC) coefficient refers to a multiplier that is used to adjust the prices in a JOC contract. The coefficient should typically not be less than 1.0. Let’s break down what this means: Job Order Contracts (JOC) Definition : JOC is a type of procurement process used by public agencies to accomplish a large number of small to medium-siz

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DC’s $8.8B Union Station upgrade moves forward

Construction Dive

The 13-year megaproject would include modernized tracks and platforms, a new train hall and an underground garage.

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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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FTA Parcels Out $20.5B in IIJA Formula Transit Funds

ENR Construction

Population shifts and ridership trends increased some regions' transit funding but reduced others.

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EPA Awards $20B in Grants for Greenhouse Gas Reduction Project Financing

ENR Construction

The $27-billion Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund was created under 2022's Inflation Reduction Act.

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Caltrans taps Teichert for initial $1M Highway 1 response

Construction Dive

California’s highway department awarded an emergency contract to the Sacramento-based contractor after a slide temporarily stranded thousands of people over Easter weekend.

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Army Names New Deputy Chief for Corps of Engineers, First Woman in the Role

ENR Construction

Colloton will be first woman to serve as the Corps deputy chief and deputy commanding general.

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Revit 2025 Some Keyboard Shortcuts Missing

Revit OpEd

Revit 2025 has been released and I installed it this morning. I replied to a question at Autodesk Revit's user forum regarding a missing keyboard shortcut to apply halftone to a selected element. I ordinarily would not consider overriding a single element to get a halftone appearance so the question caught my eye as unusual.at least for me. I assumed the missing command was for the right click options to override elements in view.

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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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Outrage Erupts Over Claimed Watering Down of 2024 Model Energy Code

ENR Construction

Decarbonization advocates rail against ICC for removing mandatory greenhouse-gas-reduction readiness provisions.

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Sustainable mixed-use districts: Crafting urban communities

BD+C

Sustainable mixed-use districts: Crafting urban communities 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/04/2024 - 11:44 Mixed-Use As a part of the revitalization of a Seattle neighborhood, Graphite Design Group designed a sustainable mixed-use community that exemplifies resource conversation, transportation synergies, and long-term flexibility. High-rise Construction Mixed-Use Apartments Office Buildings Retail Centers Shopping Centers Designers Sustainability Urban Planning As an integral part of the revitalization of

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Autodesk Investigates Its Accounting Practices, Delays Annual Report

ENR Construction

The construction software giant disclosed April 1 that it is conducting an internal investigation into its own accounting practices and filed for an extension to submit its 2023 annual report with the U.S. Securities and Exchange commission.

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Your Guide to Building a Construction Data Hub

Construction Business Owner

Your Guide to Building a Construction Data Hub How to crush productivity barriers with a single source of truth mhodges Thu, 04/04/2024 - 07:30 Technology is essential for managing complex project portfolios. Our recent research found teams use an average of 10 tools to manage their projects. But this complexity is causing a productivity crisis in construction, where the volume of construction data has doubled over the last 3 years.

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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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Army Names Kimberly Colloton Corps Deputy Chief, First Woman in Role

ENR Construction

As Corps' deputy commanding general for military and international operations, she has overseen more than $22 billion in design, construction and environmental programs for the Army, Air Force, other Defense Dept.

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Army Names Kimberly Colloton as Corps Deputy Chief, First Woman in the Role

ENR Construction

As Corps' deputy commanding general for military and international operations, she has overseen more than $22 billion in design, construction and environmental programs for the Army, Air Force, other Defense Dept.

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Army Names Colloton as Corps Deputy Chief, First Woman in the Role

ENR Construction

Colloton will be first woman to serve as the Corps deputy chief and deputy commanding general.

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Autodesk Investigating Its Accounting Practices, Delays Release of Annual Report

ENR Construction

The construction software giant disclosed April 1 that it is conducting an internal investigation into its own accounting practices and filed for an extension to submit its 2023 annual report with the U.S. Securities and Exchange commission.

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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.