March, 2020

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What We Know About Maintaining Compliance with the Family First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Viewpoint's goal is to help contractors understand the implications of FFCRA and what steps they should take to ensure compliance.

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Supplemental Structural Members: Constructions, and Applications

The Constructor

Supplemental structural members are new columns, beams, braces, and walls which are constructed to support damaged structures. The provision of.

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In most US cities, construction work continues as shutdowns loom

Construction Dive

While Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts, have stopped all construction, other areas are banning some types of projects or shutting down all but "essential" services. Where does that leave contractors?

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Understand How EPA Does Not Expect to Seek Penalties during COVID-19 Pandemic

Green Building Law Update

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced last Thursday retroactively beginning March 13, 2020, a temporary policy regarding EPA enforcement of environmental legal obligations during the COVID-19 pandemic. EPA’s admittedly unprecedented temporary “enforcement discretion policy” applies to civil violations during the COVID-19 outbreak as a response to the deleterious effect on a wide variety of businesses.

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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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OSHA Alert: How to Prepare for an OSHA Inspection

FDR Safety

The following was prepared by the Sherman & Howard LLC law firm, www.shermanhoward.com. Part I: Selecting a Company Representative. The most important step to take before an OSHA inspection even takes place is selecting a company representative. The company representative is the individual charged with representing the company’s interests during an OSHA inspection.

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6 Tips for Building Better Subcontractor Relationships

Viewpoint Construction Technology

How today’s leading general contractors are able to improve working relationships with their subcontractors through technology and best practices.

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The New Normal: Commercial Construction Continues in Unprecedented COVID-19 Times

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Bill Di Santo, president, Englewood Construction”. This is undoubtedly an unprecedented time in our country as efforts to contain the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) are impacting all of us on both personal and professional levels. We are in uncharted territory, but amid this “new normal” Englewood Construction remains open and committed to serving our clients — while also following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as industry associations, to en

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How A Business Dashboard Can Help You Drive Your Construction Company

Contractor Bookkeeping

(Note: We are tracking the latest construction industry news and online resources for contractors in time of COVID-19). Business dashboards are a valuable business intelligence tool, offering an "at-a-glance" big picture view of a company's performance. Some construction business owners use a dashboard to track KPIs ( Key Performance Indicators) relevant to just one aspect of their business, such as sales growth, marketing, or financial data.

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8 expert tips for recruiting, retaining women in construction

Construction Dive

Women make up 50% of U.S. labor but less than 10% of the construction workforce, so savvy leaders are using a range of tactics amid a relentless labor shortage.

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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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The Current State of American Airports

Construction Business Owner

The Current State of American Airports. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 03/13/2020 - 16:47. American airports: A rundown of where we are currently, what projects are in process, what funding is available, and what you can expect to see in the future.

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OSHA Issues Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19/Coronavirus

FDR Safety

On March 9, 2020 the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued guidance for workplaces preparing for the coronavirus. The document, developed in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, provides practical guidance for preventing the spread of COVID-19, including safe work practices and appropriate protective equipment based on the level of risk.

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Championing Technology: Gamuda Berhad’s Approach to Building Smarter

Viewpoint Construction Technology

A conversation with Ronan Collins and Tony Joseph of Gamuda Berhad, Malaysia’s largest civil engineering contractor on digitizing field processes.

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Azimuths and Bearings in Surveying-Difference & Determination

The Constructor

Azimuths and bearings are horizontal angles measured to represent or locate a line with respect to a meridian. Here, the important features of.

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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.

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Best Value Construction Delivery Methods – Alliance Contracting, LEAN Construction, Integrated Project Delivery

Job Order Contracting

There are multiple types of construction delivery methods that strive to achieve superior outcomes to traditional design-bid-build, design-build, CM@R, etc. These including alliance contracting/project alliancing, LEAN construction, integrated project delivery, LEAN job order contracting. While all are “relational contracting and/or relational project delivery methods” they can vary in terms of level of development, available tools, and actual work scope.

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5 steps to proactively prepare your construction project to get back online after the COVID-19 crisis

Construction Dive

When the world returns to normalcy, inevitably there will be questions about schedule delays and a scramble for labor, materials and equipment. Your company can stay ahead of the curve by taking action now, an expert explains.

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Coronavirus: Are You Liable if Your Employees Test Positive?

Construction Business Owner

Coronavirus: Are You Liable if Your Employees Test Positive? Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 03/10/2020 - 10:31. As the coronavirus continues to spread rapidly around the world, here's what to know to insure your business. Are you liable if your employees test positive for COVID-19?

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Coronavirus FAQs | FDRsafety

FDR Safety

During this trying time many employers will have to continue to operate to provide essential services to the public. We have put together a frequently asked questions fact sheet to help assist you through the days ahead. We are available to provide infectious disease preparedness and response plans, questionnaires, and COVID-19 training materials. Coronavirus FAQs.

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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.

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Technology Change Management: 5 Questions with Viewpoint Senior Consultant Patty Cheney

Viewpoint Construction Technology

As more and more contractors modernize, strategic tech transition plans, and consistent communications among keys to success.

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Construction Equipment – Buy, Rent or Lease?

The Constructor

When mobilizing your construction equipment for a project site, the enigma whether to buy, rent or lease must be tackled in a very sane and judicious.

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LEAN Integrated Project Delivery Tools and Services

Job Order Contracting

Integrated project delivery tools and support services are now available for the repair, alteration, modernization, rehabilitation, and minor new construction of infrastructure, buildings, structures, or other real property. Integrated project delivery, IPD, has been available exclusively for major new construction only due to the cost of implementation.

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Border wall construction continues with additional contract for $1.2B project

Construction Dive

The White House isn't backing down on U.S.-Mexico barrier construction even as the coronavirus outbreak spreads through the U.S., with a $524 million contract modification for a Kiewit subsidiary awarded this week.

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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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How Drones Have Changed Construction & What's Next

Construction Business Owner

How Drones Have Changed Construction & What's Next. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 03/17/2020 - 11:26. On March 2, the commentary period ended for the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) proposed Remote ID rule. The rule would further facilitate safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems—or drones—into the United States airspace through a requirement that they can be identified remotely. .

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Allowing Employees to Voluntarily Wear Dust or Surgical Masks and the Coronavirus

FDR Safety

With the growing concern about the COVID-19/Coronavirus employers may have employees who express a desire to wear a respirator or mask in the workplace. If the employer allows employees to wear a respirator or a surgical mask certain sections of the OSHA respiratory protection standard may apply. The most common type of respirator employees will ask to wear is a dust mask which may be labeled as a NIOSH N95 respirator.

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COVID-19 Contractor Resources

Viewpoint Construction Technology

We’ve gathered some reliable news sources, access information and tips and tricks to navigate this situation a bit better. We are here to help.

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Applications of Rice Husk Ash in Building Constructions

The Constructor

Rice husk ash (RHA) plays two roles in concrete constructions. The first role is using rice husk as a substitute for Portland cement which leads to.

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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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LEAN Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Solution

Job Order Contracting

Consistent on-time, on-budget delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction projects is possible only when owners have the requisite levels of leadership and competency. Robust LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery tools and services are readily available. They enable a proven outcome-focused approach that integrates People, Process, Information, and Technology to drive BEST VALUE for all participants and stakeholders.

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How contractors are responding to the COVID-19 crisis

Construction Dive

Despite paralyzing levels of uncertainty brought on by the rapidly changing effects of the coronavirus pandemic, contractors like Bechtel, DPR, Layton and Suffolk are trying to prepare for whatever might come next.

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How to Navigate the Equipment Buying Landscape in 2020

Construction Business Owner

How to Navigate the Equipment Buying Landscape in 2020. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 03/18/2020 - 14:39. What you should know when looking for new equipment for your construction jobsite—from the information you need to a dealer who can help.

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