Construction Business Owner
JUNE 17, 2019
A 2018 industrywide survey from Autodesk and the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) reports 80% of construction firms have a tough time hiring hourly craft positions. And this comes at a time when average earnings for construction workers are at a 9-year high, and employers filled almost 223,000 construction jobs in the past year. So, why can’t construction companies increase their workforce?
BD+C
JUNE 19, 2019
The number of architects licensed in the United States rose to 115,316 in 2018, according to the annual Survey of Architectural Registration Boards. This is a 2% increase from 2017 and represents a 13% increase compared to the number of U.S. architects seen a decade ago.
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ENR Construction
JUNE 19, 2019
In Sweden, a partnership between MIPS Corp., a company that specializes in helmet-liner systems for protecting the brain, and Guardio Safety AB, a Swedish industrial safety firm, has led to the release in June of a construction hardhat, or helmet, designed to mitigate brain-damaging forces that often are suffered in construction falls.
The Constructor
JUNE 16, 2019
The basic components of a building substructure are the foundation and plinth beam. These components safely transfer the load from the superstructure.
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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
JUNE 21, 2019
The construction industry has a hiring problem. As baby boomers exit the workforce, the industry is seeing an increase in open job reqs. With millennials making up 35% of the workforce, construction companies are wondering what they can do to make the industry more attractive to job seekers.
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Construction Dive
JUNE 19, 2019
A new survey by the Autodesk Foundation and Deloitte says that technology adoption also could leave some construction workers behind if they are not continuously upskilled.
The Constructor
JUNE 21, 2019
A variety of bathroom floor tiles are available in the market of which the most common ones are vinyl, ceramic and porcelain. Selection of best floor.
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 18, 2019
Wood has long been recognized as a versatile, cost-effective, beautiful building material. While light-frame wood construction is still commonly used across the United States, a new type has emerged as a favorable choice for owners, designers and contractors.
Construction Equipment
JUNE 18, 2019
Robots in Construction According to an article in Tech Native, much of the construction process will be automated by 2050. Drones could be capturing site data so that 3D models can be sent to robots and unmanned machines.
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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 Dive
JUNE 19, 2019
A new study from USG Corp. and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce found two primary drivers of contractor optimism — backlog and confidence in new business — rebounded in the second quarter of 2019.
The Constructor
JUNE 19, 2019
The total weight of steel bars can be determined by calculating the unit weight of each bar. Once the steel quantity is estimated, the next step is.
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 20, 2019
Within "The Office," there are several lessons any construction organization can easily apply to their business strategy.
Lets Build
JUNE 18, 2019
Construction contracts include many documents other than the signed piece of contract including contract drawings, specifications and prevailing conditions of the contract. These are long documents which most parties to the contract ignore going through in detail. Although a consultant party pays more attention to prepare the right contract document, the contractor or subcontractor neglect.
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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 Dive
JUNE 18, 2019
The entrance is just part of a multibillion-dollar program to improve rail and rail-related services in the New York City metro area.
The Constructor
JUNE 17, 2019
Isolated or single footings are structural elements which are designed to transmit and distribute loads of single columns to the soil without.
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 18, 2019
If you’re looking for untapped streams of profit, consider these five jobs that use a compact excavator for more than digging.
Construction Equipment
JUNE 20, 2019
Summer is a great time for construction work, but it can be a brutal time for construction workers. Excessive heat and sun exposure pose significant dangers, such as sunburn, dehydration, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.
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.
Construction Dive
JUNE 19, 2019
Virtual and augmented reality and BIM tools have become staples in design and construction, but savvy VDC managers are finding ways to extend their use to unanticipated benefits for owners.
The Constructor
JUNE 16, 2019
There are various types of isolated footings such as spread footing, stepped footing, sloped footing. They are usually square, rectangular or.
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 17, 2019
Editor’s Note : This commentary was originally published in theHuddle, CBO’s weekly newsletter covering news from around the construction industry. Scroll down for an online-exclusive Q&A with CBO and Greg Sizemore on his top advice for starting a suicide prevention program in your company.
Job Order Contracting
JUNE 18, 2019
Increasing repair, renovation, and construction productivity begins with maximizing knowledge, understanding, communication, and collaboration. Standardized terms, definitions, and task descriptions with an innovative and verifiable locally researched detailed unit price book… the Open JOC Unit Price Book (TM). Adopt LEAN construction processes and workflow.
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Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning directly impact construction project outcomes. Inaccurate projections lead to cost overruns and delays. This guide outlines best practices for financial discipline, including forecasting methodologies, resource allocation strategies, and risk mitigation frameworks. Industry leaders recognize that precise financial control is essential for profitability and project stability.
Construction Dive
JUNE 18, 2019
The Home2Suites-branded, 107-suite building welcomed guests after just 16 months of construction and less than a year after prefabricated components arrived at the jobsite.
The Constructor
JUNE 18, 2019
The uniformity coefficient (Cu), curvature coefficient (Cc) and the effective size (D10) are the grading characteristics of the soil. These are the.
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 21, 2019
Equipment is the lifeblood enabling construction companies to achieve wonders. Productivity and the ability to complete projects are reliant on the healthy functioning of such assets. With that, costs must be managed to maintain your bottom line. Understanding both the health and total cost of ownership (TCO) of equipment over its lifespan is a necessity that can be facilitated with the assistance of fleet management software.
Lets Build
JUNE 19, 2019
Those following our blog surely have to be convinced by now that the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in the construction industry has grown significantly in recent years. For those joining us here for the first time, perhaps it’s good to start with a usable definition of BIM. We believe that BIM is a.
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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 Dive
JUNE 19, 2019
Haskell's HERO training program uses video game-like technology to immerse users in a virtual world of construction hazards.
The Constructor
JUNE 18, 2019
Sand or fine aggregate is one of the most important construction materials at any construction site. Its selection should be done very carefully as.
Digger Blog
JUNE 21, 2019
JCB has set a new British speed record for tractors with its high-speed Fastrac tractor.
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