July, 2024

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The Top 10 Smart Home and Building Innovations 

Construction Today

The construction industry is at the forefront of a technological revolution, and nowhere is this more evident than in the rise of smart homes and buildings. These structures leverage advanced technologies to create more efficient, comfortable, and sustainable living and working environments. Here’s a comprehensive look at the 10 key innovations driving this transformation: The Internet… Source The post The Top 10 Smart Home and Building Innovations appeared first on Construction Tod

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6 Reasons to Lease Compact Equipment

Construction Business Owner

6 Reasons to Lease Compact Equipment ccapoccia Wed, 07/24/2024 - 16:51 In an industry as dynamic and fast-paced as construction, efficiency and flexibility are paramount. One key strategy that construction companies may consider to maintain a competitive edge is leasing equipment. It’s important to note that when it comes to buying, renting or leasing there is no wrong choice — every business is unique, and the decision comes down to what’s best for your specific needs.

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10 Best Places to Buy Custom Shade Sails

Construction Marketing

Shade sails provide an easy way to set up shade for places like parks, shopping centers or dining areas. When designing and constructing these areas, you must consider where shade structures will be installed. Depending on your construction goals, however, standard shade sizes and materials may not fit your needs, and you’ll need to find the best custom shade sail retailers to meet your unique demands.

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6 Steps to Construction planning, procurement, and project delivery integration and significantly improved outcomes.

Job Order Contracting

Construction planning, procurement, and project delivery integration is a prerequisite to the consistent delivery of quality facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build project on time and on budget. Failure to achieve the above is the #1 reason for the rampant waste endemic to public sector organizations. Achieving integration and collaboration among internal and external groups is far from complex.

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12 Reasons Specialty Contractors Need a Construction-Specific Software Platform

As a specialty contractor, your success hinges on your ability to manage complex workflows, maintain cost control, and deliver projects on time. But are you still relying on outdated systems or multiple software packages that create data silos and inefficiencies? This comprehensive eBook reveals the 12 key reasons why investing in a construction-specific software platform is the game-changer your business needs.

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Flatiron, Dragados merge to form US-based infrastructure giant

Construction Dive

The integrated company, to be chaired by Turner Construction CEO Peter Davoren, will boast a backlog of $17.2 billion and operations in 24 states and eight Canadian provinces.

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Fortifying Financials And The Importance Of Solid Security Measures

Contractor Bookkeeping

The recent cyber outage is a stark reminder of digital systems' vulnerability and potential impact on businesses, including those in the construction industry. This incident offers several critical lessons for construction bookkeeping. As a contractor, your accounting and bookkeeping systems are vulnerable not only to cyber threats but also to software outages, which can compromise sensitive financial data and disrupt business operations.

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ABC: Construction Unemployment Rate Plunges to Second Lowest Ever Recorded

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The construction industry added 27,000 jobs on net in June, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has increased by 235,000 jobs, an increase of 2.9%. Nonresidential construction employment increased by 21,200 positions on net, with growth in all three subcategories.

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Quantum Computing Set for Planned Chicago Multi-Billion Dollar Campus

ENR Construction

Clayco will build the 440-acre complex at a long-defunct steel plant site that will host the first utility-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer in the U.S., the developer says.

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Shore Up Safety: Prevent Trenching & Excavation Disasters

Construction Business Owner

Shore Up Safety: Prevent Trenching & Excavation Disasters ccapoccia Thu, 07/11/2024 - 14:40 From my perspective as a director of safety services, trenching and excavation incidents are no accident. They result from failing to recognize — and take necessary precautions to guard against — the danger trenches pose to workers. Yet each year as construction projects ramp up, we see an uptick in trench-related injuries and deaths.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Unlocking the door to Objective Verifiable Construction Cost Estimates

Job Order Contracting

Unlocking the door to Objective Verifiable Construction Cost Estimates is now possible with current, locally research line item labor, material, and equipment data from Four BT, LLC (4BT). An important construction cost estimating improvement is the use of current, objective, verifiable, and locally researched granular labor, material, and equipment construction tasks.

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OSHA proposes rule to protect workers from extreme heat

Construction Dive

Released this morning, the standard would require employers to provide water and rest breaks when high heat creates a hazardous work environment.

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New ISNetworld® Hiring Clients for June 2024

Safety Services Company

With a growing number of companies embracing ISNetworld® , it’s no surprise that many prominent corporations are also becoming ISNetworld® hiring clients. This shift highlights the pressing need for contractors to achieve and maintain ISNetworld® compliance. Moreover, it presents a valuable opportunity for contractors to diversify their operations and explore new markets.

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Discover The Importance Of A Solid Business Plan For Your Contracting Company

Contractor Bookkeeping

Starting a construction business without a plan is like setting sail without a compass. While you might eventually reach your destination, the journey will likely be longer and more challenging. A well-constructed business plan is essential for guiding your business toward success. Here's why It Clarifies Your Vision A business plan helps you articulate the vision for your enterprise.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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Discover how Action Gypsum Supply takes on construction giants through customer service and expansion 

Construction Today

While many construction material suppliers are being overshadowed by larger corporate organizations, independent provider of high-quality building materials Action Gypsum Supply (Gypsum) continues to grow. Its longevity can be attributed to its independent status and business ethos, which empower it to prioritize relationships with customers and effectively support their businesses.

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Nominate Outstanding Women in Construction 2024

Construction Business Owner

Nominate Outstanding Women in Construction 2024 Recognizing today's leading construction professionals mhodges Mon, 07/08/2024 - 14:54 Construction Business Owner (CBO) Magazine is thrilled to announce the opening of nominations for our annual celebration of some of the most hardworking professionals in the industry — our special section to honor Outstanding Women in Construction (OWIC).

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FM Professionals engage, inspire, and harness the full potential of your teams

Job Order Contracting

It’s critical that FM professionals engage, inspire, and harness the full potential of internal and external teams. Communicate vision, purpose, mission, and strategy for your organization clearly, directly, and continuously. FM Productivity Solution – Technology #1. Collaborate and communicate at speed and scale. #2. Ensure cost visibility and cost management capability. #3.

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Virginia Tech to study, rate construction helmets

Construction Dive

Researchers at the university’s Helmet Lab are turning their attention from the gridiron to the jobsite to better understand how to mitigate head injuries at work.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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New ISNetworld® Hiring Client Coca-Cola Joins June 2024

Safety Services Company

In a pivotal move for the beverage industry, Coca-Cola Beverages Florida (also known as Coke Florida ) has recently become an ISNetworld® hiring client as of June 2024. This development emphasizes the critical importance of compliance in ensuring safety and quality in beverage production. For contractors looking to work with Coke Florida, understanding the significance of ISNetworld compliance is essential.

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Don't Let The Numbers Lie: Detecting And Preventing Bookkeeping Fraud

Contractor Bookkeeping

Employee fraud can seriously affect any business; the construction industry is no exception. We have discussed this numerous times in our podcasts and blog posts. Unfortunately, we still get calls from construction business owners who unknowingly become victims of this financial nightmare. That is why it is important to revisit this topic and emphasize the need to be proactive and vigilant so it doesn't happen to you.

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2024 SkillsUSA Plumbing Championship Winners Announced

Contractor Magazine

The PHCC Educational Foundation and PHCC Academy® partner with SkillsUSA to sponsor and conduct the annual plumbing contest and provide support for the HVACR Contest.

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Your Guide to Work Boots for Construction & Other Trades

Construction Business Owner

Your Guide to Work Boots for Construction & Other Trades ccapoccia Thu, 07/25/2024 - 10:18 Having the right footwear is critical for comfort and safety. However, depending on your trade, you might have unique requirements, and the type of work boots you choose can make a significant difference in performance and protection. Here’s a comprehensive look at 10 essential types of work boots for various trade workers, such as construction workers, electricians, HVAC professionals, landscapers and

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.

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DoD Facilities Sustainment Practices NOT KEEPING PACE with Changing Landscape

Job Order Contracting

Fact: DoD Facilites Sustainment Practices NOT KEEPING PACE with Changing Landscape Delivering integrated and transparent Sustainment Capability must be a priority! Integrated and outcome-based performance-based planning, procurement, and project delivery teams are needed to drive progress towards required cost effective Sustainment capabilities, capacities, and operational outcomes.

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OSHA’s proposed heat rule: It’s time to get HIIPP

Construction Dive

Legal experts say regardless of whether the standard will be adopted, it’s a helpful tool and provides insight into the agency’s view of heat safety.

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Obituary: Irvin Richter, 79, Pioneered Construction Claim Resolution, Project Management Consulting

ENR Construction

Innovator who founded and led claims and project management consultant Hill International in the 1970s and became a widely sought expert in both fields, died of complications from a stroke on June 22.

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Bunnell WWTP Expansion Celebrated

PC Construction

Last Friday, the City of Bunnell , PC Construction and CPH gathered with local officials to celebrate the official groundbreaking for the Bunnell Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion project. This project is part of the City’s continued efforts to bring the plant up to advanced wastewater treatment standards and to meet environmental sustainability requirements.

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!

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Collaborative Effort Helps Rainwater Harvesting Reach Pivotal Benchmark

Contractor Magazine

The GSA’s acceptance of ARCSA/ASPE/ANSI rainwater standards in its mandatory design standards and performance criteria for its buildings signals positive momentum for the rainwater catchment and harvesting industry.

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Tunneling Through Time

Construction Business Owner

Tunneling Through Time ccapoccia Wed, 07/03/2024 - 16:41 Infrastructure design and features are key to growing communities and cities, driving economies and forming neighborhood identities. The construction industry recently experienced costly bottlenecks attributed to supply chain breakdowns and workforce reduction, and officials have implemented stricter regulations and protocols designed to safeguard environments and construction personnel during excavation.

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Robust Construction Productivity Tools

Job Order Contracting

Robust construction productivity tools are now available to measurably reduce overall costs by 30%-40%+. We all know that the ability to consistently plan and executive on time, on budget, and quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds requires focus upon and the integration of PEOPLE, PROCESS, INFORMATION, and enabling TECHNOLOGY. 90%+ of ALL projects fail due to poor preconstruction processes.

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