Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Withstanding the Storms: Why Building Codes Matter ccapoccia Mon, 09/23/2024 - 13:09 Around the U.S., millions of homes and businesses are at risk of severe weather or wildfire. In 2023, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) reported that severe weather and climate disasters caused $95.1 billion in damages.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
ROBUST PRACTICES IMPROVE SUSTAINABLE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT OF BUILDINGS Sustainable lifecycle building management requires: – Integrated Planning, Procurement, and Project Management Teams – Owner Leadership, Capacity, and Commitment – Common Data Environment – (Example: Objective, Current, Granular, and Locally Researched Labor, Material, and Equipment Costs and Tasks) – Adoption and Continuous Improvement of robust Integrated Project Delivery frameworks, including
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The American building industry has thrived in recent years while growth has eluded contractors in many other countries. Here’s why.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Bridging the Labor Gap ccapoccia Fri, 09/27/2024 - 13:16 The construction sector is facing an alarming deficit of workers. However, the shortages are pushing businesses to rethink their recruitment strategies, and those willing to adapt will continue to thrive and scale. Learn more from Bluebeam's Steve Smith.
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Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Fraud can be a significant threat to businesses of all sizes in any industry. Construction companies are not spared and are even more vulnerable to various fraudulent activities, from bid rigging and inflated costs to payroll fraud and misuse of funds. Many small business owners have become increasingly concerned about fraud after the pandemic. According to SAP Concur (An expense management solutions company), a staggering 85% of businesses surveyed expect the risk of fraud to continue.
Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
If your company is experiencing rapid growth, you might find yourself navigating a good news/bad news situation: while your sales figures climb, managing cash flow becomes increasingly complex, pushing you to seek additional financing to meet the rising demand. Consider this scenario: A couple wanting to sell their house expresses interest in your remodeling service, presenting an exciting opportunity that could significantly elevate your construction business.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
5 lessons in water mitigation for mass timber projects 0 qpurcell Thu, 09/26/2024 - 12:08 Mass Timber Sustainability leaders from Skanska, RDH, and Polygon share five tips for successful water mitigation in mass timber construction. Dean Lewis, Graham Finch, and David Simkins Contractors Mass Timber Moisture Protection Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Mass timber has gained popularity as a building material praised for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal.
Construction Today
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
The UK construction industry is facing a crisis. With labor shortages reaching critical levels and the post-Brexit immigration system restricting access to foreign workers, the sector is grappling with challenges that threaten its growth and sustainability. Construction projects are delayed, costs are soaring, and the skills gap is widening—all while the demand for new infrastructure and housing… Source The post Why the UK Construction Industry Needs Immigration Reform Now appea
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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.
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Why Embracing Recovery Creates a Healthier Workforce ccapoccia Tue, 09/10/2024 - 15:14 In the fast-paced world of construction, prioritizing worker wellness is more crucial than ever. The health of construction employees is directly tied to productivity, job satisfaction and overall business success. One effective way to enhance worker wellness is by promoting recovery from substance use disorders (SUDs) and reducing the associated stigma.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Target Value Delivery (TVD) is “a management practice that drives the (design and construction) to deliver customer values within project constraints” (Ballard, 2009). How to apply TVD: 1. Early involvement and ongoing participation of owners, engineers, and design/builders. 2. A robust collaborative project delivery methods and associated written “execution guide” or “operations manual” as part of contractual documents that aligns mutually biennial goals and outcomes for
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
As Construction Suicide Prevention Week begins, experts urge firms to cultivate a “culture of care” to support workers.
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.
Construction Marketing
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
For the last 50 years, U.S. cities have undergone dramatic transformations in response to economic cycles, population growth, and shifts in consumer demand. A recent StorageCafe study did a comprehensive review of real estate activity from 1980 to 2023 , spanning residential, commercial, industrial, and self storage sectors. While construction activity has surged nationwide, certain sectors and regions have outpaced others.
Safety Services Company
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
In a rapidly changing industrial landscape, ensuring workplace safety is more crucial than ever. The Safety Leadership Conference 2024, which lasted from August 26-28 , was a transformative event for safety professionals across various sectors including manufacturing, construction, distribution, transportation, and utilities. This Safety Leadership conference is designed to equip safety leaders with the necessary tools and insights to foster safer work environments – and every year they succeed
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
The Importance of Manufacturer Certifications for Contractors ccapoccia Wed, 09/18/2024 - 15:28 Discover how manufacturer certifications can help contractors build their reputations and access broader projects.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Advancing construction cost estimating data, tools, communications, and technology is central to achieving sustainable facilities management. Traditional tools, such a national average cost data, location factors, historical costs, and spreadsheet no longer support today’s need for enhanced cost visibility, transparency, and management. “Decisions made to adjust to changing circumstances are all based on the data collected.” While advancing construction cost estimating remains
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.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Despite a slower-than-normal August, the construction industry saw some big announcements. Read on to see the major highlights in August 2024.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Touchplan, a production planning platform, captured data from over 321,000 scheduled tasks over the past year to compile the reasons.
Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
In today's competitive business landscape, establishing a personal brand is essential for standing out in the construction industry. Whether you're a contractor, architect, or engineer, cultivating a professional image differentiates you from competitors and fosters trust and credibility among clients and partners. The words "personal brand" are still somewhat controversial and carry an unfortunate cast of self-promotion and vanity.
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Overall construction input prices are 0.7% lower than a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are down by 0.9%.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Promote to rotator No Rotator Image Status of webinar Featured Understanding the regulations & running a safe fleet Thu, 10/17/2024 - 12:00 2:00 p.m. Central As a construction company, your employees may drive a variety of “commercial vehicles,” which means that even though you’re not a trucking company, you are subject to the Department of Transportation regulations, and also the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association regulations if your vehicles require a CDL to operate.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The Benefits of Collaborative Job Order Contracting far exceed the traditional JOC Programs and their sole focus upon procurement. Most current JOC Programs focus exclusively on procuring construction services faster. As a result, they fail to provide the major benefits afforded by a collaborative approach and the use of objective, current, and verifiable labor, material, and equipment cost and task information, including… Enablement and support of change management Support for contin
Construction Today
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the rapid adoption of digital technologies. Among these, artificial intelligence (AI) stands out as a powerful tool reshaping how construction projects are planned, executed, and managed. As AI continues to evolve, its influence on the construction sector is becoming more profound, bringing about changes that enhance… Source The post The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Construction appeared first on Construc
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Relatives of three of the six construction workers who died March 26 in Baltimore are filing suit against the cargo ship Dali’s owner and manager.
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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.
Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Your to-do list is often long and constantly growing longer when you're an entrepreneur. There are a lot of things you need to do, and it can feel like they're all urgent. In such cases, it's easy to push essential tasks to the side and focus on less vital activities, but that often means you miss deadlines, make mistakes, or always feel like you're trying to catch up.
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Code-development, networking and educational sessions will be on the schedule for the 95th installment of the event.
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
How AI-Driven Excavation Leads to Faster, Safer Infrastructure Projects ccapoccia Thu, 09/26/2024 - 08:31 AI is an invaluable resource when utilized during construction planning stages. Discover how tech makes an impact on excavation and infrastructure projects.
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