June, 2024

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Aging Infrastructure of US Transportation Systems Could Cause a Construction Boom

Construction Business Owner

Aging Infrastructure of US Transportation Systems Could Cause a Construction Boom ccapoccia Wed, 06/19/2024 - 14:25 The construction industry has faced many hurdles, including an ongoing labor shortage, rising cost of materials, supply chain disruptions and evolving technology that has made it difficult for contractors to keep up.

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Protect Your Ride: How to Install a Metal Carport in Your Driveway

Construction Marketing

Owning a car is like having a baby because you want to take care of it with all you have and you don’t want something bad to happen to it. After all, it’s a significant investment and it’ll be your possession for a long time. Protecting it isn’t an afterthought—it’s a priority. And one of the most practical steps you can take is to install a metal carport.

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MTA halts 2 more NYC projects in funding fight over congestion pricing

Construction Dive

The pause in infrastructure construction is a major setback for the city’s development, said Carlo Scissura, president and CEO of the New York Building Congress.

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The Vital Role of Community Engagement in School Bond Campaigns

Wolgast Corporation

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the importance of robust school infrastructure cannot be overstated. A school's physical environment shapes the experiences of students, teachers, and staff alike, affecting everything from academic performance to overall well-being. Yet, ensuring the vitality of these educational spaces often requires significant financial investment, typically through school bond campaigns.

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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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8 ways to cool a factory

BD+C

8 ways to cool a factory 0 qpurcell Sat, 06/08/2024 - 10:00 Industrial Facilities Whichever way you look at it—from a workplace wellness point of view or from a competing for talent angle—there are good reasons to explore options for climate control in the factory workplace. Sergio Sádaba, Principal Industrial Facilities Designers Lists HVAC Mechanical Systems For most industrial factories, it’s process over people.

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Advancing Construction Safety Leadership 2024: Key Contractor Insights

Safety Services Company

In the construction industry, safety is paramount, given the inherent risks that can lead to serious injuries and fatalities. Contractors and hiring clients alike prioritize safety leadership , seeking partners who excel in safety and compliance, surpassing basic OSHA standards. Recently, The Advancing Construction Safety Leadership Conference addressed industry safety challenges by fostering a cultural shift where safety is ingrained as a core value, not just a regulatory requirement.

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Preventing flooring failures: Factors to consider in substrate prep

Construction Specifier

By David Gross Substrate preparation is a crucial first step in the flooring installation process and it can significantly impact the appearance and longevity of the final flooring material. While most floor covering installers understand the concept of basic preparation steps such as cleaning and leveling, some are less experienced with the additional technical aspects of moisture and pH testing.

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8th Biennial Emerging Water Technology Symposium Brings Water Discussion to the Desert

Contractor Magazine

This year’s EWTS featured thought-provoking conversations relating to water conservation, quality and scarcity, and what action plans could be implemented to ensure safe and sufficient drinking water for generations to come.

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Giant Magellan Telescope Passes Final Design Review

ENR Construction

The telescope, part of the next generation of telescopes now under construction or development, will be one of the largest optical telescopes ever built when completed.

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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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Investigating the Importance of Manufacturer Certifications for Contractors

Construction Business Owner

Investigating the Importance of Manufacturer Certifications for Contractors ccapoccia Mon, 06/10/2024 - 15:28 Discover how manufacturer certifications can help contractors build their reputations and access broader projects.

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Construction Industry Trends: May 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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Cybersecurity Investments: How To Secure A Business Loan for Better IT Defense

Construction Marketing

Do you ever worry about a data breach email landing in your inbox? Cybersecurity threats are a constant concern for small businesses like yours. One attack could mean lost data, a damaged reputation, and a hefty recovery bill. The good news is that there are ways to protect your business. This guide will help you secure a loan to invest in cybersecurity, giving your company the tools to fight back.

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Relearn Construction Cost Estimating – 4 Critical Learnings

Job Order Contracting

It’s time to relearn construction cost estimating. Before relearning construction cost estimating, it’s important to hit your resent button. The following represent the new realities. Technology will not solve your problems. Tech is an enablers. People, Process, and Information are the three kings. Focus on working with professions with experience, yet willing to learn, listen, and share information.

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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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Construction’s labor shortage continues, despite dip in open jobs

Construction Dive

Economists theorize that this drop is mostly among home builders and commercial contractors are still short on workers.

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National Safety Month 2024: Top Tips for Risk Management

Safety Services Company

In June, as we celebrate National Safety Month 2024 , it’s imperative to acknowledge the strides made in safety technology within industries like construction, oil, and gas. However, despite the many advancements, challenges persist in ensuring the safety of our workforce. Recent statistics reveal a sobering reality: one in five construction workers experiences a fatal injury annually.

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Proactive Measures to Mitigate Payment Disputes on Construction Projects

Construction Business Owner

Proactive Measures to Mitigate Payment Disputes on Construction Projects ccapoccia Wed, 06/12/2024 - 17:00 Contractors, like any skilled professional, expect to be paid for their work. In exchange, owners expect to receive a completed construction project that is done in compliance with the project’s specifications and applicable codes, and in accordance with any applicable deadlines under the governing contract.

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Defect Management: From practical completion to the final certificate

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Learn the key terms around defect management, completion, and practical advice for making sure your construction projects don’t get hit by delays.

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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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Improving Construction Communication And Workplace Productivity

Contractor Bookkeeping

The success of any business, large or small, depends largely on nurturing an efficient, productive workplace. While improving employee productivity should always be a priority when the ultimate goal is a sustainable and profitable business, the process is more straightforward said than done. In today's fast-paced construction industry, staying in touch and being productive is crucial for project success.

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Six Reasons Construction Project Fail

Job Order Contracting

These are the top six reasons construction projects fail. Whether repair, renovation, maintenance, or new builds, 30%-40% waste is the norm due to one or more of the following… #1 Lack owner leadership, capacity, accountability. #2 Failure to adopt, implement, and manage a robust and integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery process. #3 Poor team selection. #4 Insufficiently detailed and/or poorly communicated Scope of Work (SOW). #5 Lack of trust. #6 Failure to leverage the k

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The heat is on. Contractors say they’re ready.

Construction Dive

Commercial construction firms aren't waiting on OSHA's much-anticipated heat standard to protect their workers.

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Project Update: UMaine Shawn Walsh and Alfond Arena

PC Construction

After completing some enabling and selective demolition work, PC was excited to get to work on the Shawn Walsh and Alfond Arena Renovations and Additions project last month following UMaine’s commencement ceremony. The PC team is currently underway with underground site utilities and prepping for foundations that will begin this week. Originally built in 1977, there have been several additions and renovations to the Alfond Arena and the connection to the Shawn Walsh building.

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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 to Spot & Avoid Unexpected Project Delays

Construction Business Owner

How to Spot & Avoid Unexpected Project Delays ccapoccia Thu, 06/27/2024 - 14:01 Here’s the thing about construction project delays: It’s not a matter of if they will happen — it’s when they will happen, for how long and why. There are many reasons for a project delay: weather, supply chain hiccups, labor shortages, financing and more. Most of these reasons are out of the control of the project manager or construction business owner, while others are not.

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How E-Invoicing Can Benefit Your Construction Company

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Discover how adopting e-invoicing can significantly elevate your construction company’s processes and bottom line.

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How To Build Construction Business Systems That Deliver Results

Contractor Bookkeeping

In the competitive construction industry, implementing efficient business systems can make a significant impact on the overall success and profitability of a construction business, regardless of its size or specialization. From streamlining operations to improving project management, adopting efficient systems can yield tangible benefits that truly pay off in the long run.

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2024 JOC Program

Job Order Contracting

Is your 2024 JOC Program up to date? FACT: Most JOC Programs have not kept pace with current robust processes, cost data sets, or technologies. Are you and your Job Order Contracting Team… continually making improvements. adopting a long-term perspective, engaging in better internal and external communications, allocating resources to the most attractive improvement activities, collaboratively and efficiently engaging in planning, procurement, and project delivery activities, encouraging

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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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Construction input prices drop for first time in 2024

Construction Dive

For contractors, lower material costs also signal the potential for reduced interest rates due to slowing inflation, said Associated Builders and Contractors’ chief economist.

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Nonresidential Construction Adds 17,100 Jobs in May

Contractor Magazine

On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has increased by 251,000 jobs, an increase of 3.1%.

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Prevent Water Damage From Wreaking Havoc

Construction Business Owner

Prevent Water Damage From Wreaking Havoc ccapoccia Thu, 06/27/2024 - 13:35 The impact of inefficient and ineffective water management on construction projects is increasing at an alarming rate. Water damage has long been one of the most common insurance claims in the industry, and it now accounts for up to one-third of all payouts on builder’s risk policies.

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