The Role of Email in the Modern Construction Workplace
Viewpoint Construction Technology
DECEMBER 11, 2019
Emails are still valuable - and powerful - as a form of communication in construction, as long as they're used the right way.
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6 Types of Marketing Organization Structures for Construction
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 17, 2019
Choosing the best organizational structure for your company in the construction industry can be challenging. In the world of organizational structures, the options you have to choose from include things like chain of command, span of control, centralization, and the list goes on. What is Organizational Structure? An organizational structure is a visual diagram of a company that describes what employees do, whom they report to, and how decisions are made across the business.
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Concrete Material Calculation / Concrete Quantity
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 31, 2019
What is Material Calculation In Civil? Material Calculation in civil Engineer, as like work Concrete, Bar Bending, Plumbing, Flooring, Electrical all work requirement minimum materials calculations. Material Use in Concrete? Same as concrete is different parts of one product. All materials name Cement + Sand + Aggregate + Water + Addmixuer a part of concrete. […].
How To Achieve Business Success With A Construction Accounting Mentor
Contractor Bookkeeping
DECEMBER 27, 2019
As the year ends and another page is turning, it is important to learn and listen from trusted people who have come to assist you and guide you in your personal and professional endeavors. Your construction business's financial board, mainly your accountant, is one of them. Ideally, you and your accountant are more than just an "adviser" and a "client" to each other.
A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies
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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.
What is Construction Bidding?
The Constructor
DECEMBER 28, 2019
Construction bidding is the process of submitting a tender by the contractor to the client as a proposal to conduct or manage a particular.
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LEAN Job Order Contracting
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 27, 2019
Waste and inefficiencies resulting in repair, renovation, or new construction projects failing to meet owners’ expectations can be greatly minimized. ntegrated Project Delivery (IPD) in the form of LEAN Job Order Contracting changes the traditional roles and relationships of key project stakeholders. Integrated LEAN Job Order Contracting. Increased early and ongoing collaboration within a common data environment (CDE) consistently drives highest value project planning, procurement, and delivery
Are after-hours construction permits worth the challenges?
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 20, 2019
A lot of projects require or could benefit from work at night, but contractors need to weight permit costs, higher subcontractor fees and noise restrictions.
Renovating A Heritage Building
cnstrctr
DECEMBER 10, 2019
The large glass skyscrapers we see dominating the skylines of today’s cities weren’t always a staple. In the past people utilized stone and brick to create buildings with character. Heritage buildings are part of every city. If you’re like me and your project experience has included renovation of a heritage building you’ll understand that there are some key challenges related to them.
What are Construction Barriers?
The Constructor
DECEMBER 24, 2019
Construction barriers are physical items in the form of signs or fences that are used on the construction sites to: Protect anything against damage.
The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth
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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.
How to Be a Better Manager with the 3 Ps of Accountability
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 19, 2019
Abraham Lincoln said the best way to predict your future is to create it. One of the United States’ greatest presidents ackowledged that everyone is in control of their own destiny. Lincoln faced one of the biggest challenges of any president: slavery. With such a harshly divided nation, he could have easily become defeated by the challenges he faced.
5 Construction Trends to Watch in 2020
Viewpoint Construction Technology
DECEMBER 17, 2019
Technology is expected to play a major role in all facets of construction industry growth in 2020 and beyond.
Maryland Schools will No Longer be LEED Certified
Green Building Law Update
DECEMBER 8, 2019
In response to legislation enacted by the Maryland General Assembly in 2018, overriding a veto by the Governor, commencing last week new public school building no longer has to be LEED certified or the like. This is a major change in public policy for the Old Line State that has required by law that all new state funding building be third party certified as green for more than a decade, resulting in 161 LEED certified pre K through 12 public schools.
How to Find Modern Marketing Talent
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 9, 2019
Marketing is changing, and the skills required to manage this marketing revolution are different. Are traditional marketing skills obsolete? Do educational curriculums support new marketing? Can senior marketing executives manage young managers without understanding new media and marketing? There are marketing skills and experience that transcend traditional and new media.
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.
Commercial Construction Industry Trends: The “Highs” and “Lows” that Shaped 2019
HardHatChat
DECEMBER 3, 2019
With the countdown on to 2020 – and the start of a brand-new decade right around the corner – it’s time for our annual look back at the commercial construction industry “highs” and “lows” from 2019. From positive trends and new business opportunities to ongoing challenges that impact how we do business, here are five factors and industry trends that shaped our work in the past year.
Top 1O Roof Shingles for Building Construction
The Constructor
DECEMBER 19, 2019
Roofing with shingles is considered to be a large investment which varies depending on the roofing area and the type of roof shingle chosen.
Why Tech Will Be the Differentiator in 2020
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 19, 2019
Technologies like drones, lasers, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning may sound far off, but some firms are using them now. If technology is already a big part of your construction business, these are additions you should consider investing in soon. Find out hw to begin here. .
Drag-and-Drop Line-Level Attachments Now Available for Vista
Viewpoint Construction Technology
DECEMBER 4, 2019
Our Vista 6.19 release improves construction accounting processes by including drag and drop features for attachments to line level records.
Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.
2019 Country, City, & State Clean Energy Ratings
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 21, 2019
The United States only ranks 10th with respect to energy efficiency actions. From a state perspective the Northeast and California lead the way, with Boston, San Francisco, and Seattle at the front from a cities perspective. The post 2019 Country, City, & State Clean Energy Ratings appeared first on 4BT.
Top 10 ERP Solutions for Construction Firms
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 19, 2019
Running a successful construction firm is by no means an easy task. Managing a reputation for delivering high-quality projects, keeping your business profitable, your people productive, and your firm growing requires focus, commitment, and understanding. Though there are many things you need to focus on. Though much of your work can be improved by working smarter and using the tools and skills you already have, there’s a good chance that’s not true for everything.
179D Tax Deduction Brought Back to Life thru 2020
Green Building Law Update
DECEMBER 22, 2019
This past Friday night while aboard Air Force One the President signed legislation reviving the 179D energy efficient commercial buildings tax deduction, providing an enormous and much needed boost to domestic green building. Almost as compelling as the fictional undead being created through reanimation of a corpse, except here there were no zombies involved; it was Congress’ tax extenders bill bringing back to life $35 Billion of expired tax provisions and providing short term extensions to oth
Types of Base for Pavement Construction
The Constructor
DECEMBER 28, 2019
The construction of the base or sub-base for the pavement construction is dependent on the type of base chosen and the equipment available. In this.
Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads
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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.
How to Address Mental Health in Construction
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 16, 2019
Construction work is extremely taxing on the body and takes a physical toll. Additionally, construction is an incredibly stressful business that couples the stigma of addressing mental illness with a largely masculine presence. As such, the construction industry and the public at large must address this problem head on. Find out how here. .
State of the Construction Industry: November 2019 Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
DECEMBER 3, 2019
New projects, new reports and a heightened focus on safety dominated the headlines in November.
Bioswales and Green Infrastructure and ….
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 17, 2019
Embracing green infrastructure as an approach and installing specific interventions comes with many challenges. It demands educating clients, communities, contractors, and designers; experimenting with new techniques and learning from failures; and making changes to policy and regulations. What is Green Infrastructure? Storm water management and plant-based approaches to managing floodwaters.
The US has no BIM mandate. Does it matter?
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 3, 2019
While many countries require the use of building information modeling for some projects, the AEC industry in the United States relies on a non-mandatory standard.
How General Contractors Can Drive Growth Without Increasing Headcount
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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.
2018 IgCC is Not in Use Anywhere. A Detailed Analysis of Why?
Green Building Law Update
DECEMBER 1, 2019
The 2018 International Green Construction Code was released on November 8, 2018 but more than a year later, it has not been adopted anywhere. The 203 page document available from the ICC for sale to the public, click here for a free read only copy of the 2018 IgCC , is an entirely new standard and bears little, if any relationship to earlier IgCC versions.
Difference between Lean Concrete, Rich Concrete, and Normal Concrete
The Constructor
DECEMBER 28, 2019
The main difference between lean and PCC concrete is that lean concrete contains less cement compared to the water content present in it.
5 Steps To Improve Change Order Management
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 5, 2019
Change orders—they’re part of the normal course of a construction project, but they’re are also a major pain point—the cause of disputes among contractors, owners and designers, and a reason for cost overruns and completion delays. The industry will never not have change orders, and they will always be a source of disputes. But contractors would find their pain considerably lessened by putting clear, systematic procedures in place for managing change orders from the get-go.
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