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5 Ways Leading Contractors Keep Their Clients Happy

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Improving collaboration between contractors and clients is key to building long-term relationships. Simply getting the job done isn’t enough for today’s leading contractors. Not only must they meet the bottom-line objectives of on-time and on-budget projects, but contractors must engage clients beyond those aspects to ensure happiness and build solid relationships.

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Jobsite managers embrace robotics

Construction Dive

Rather than feeling replaced by machines, workers and unions also see artificial intelligence as an ally against such issues as labor shortages, precision and productivity, presenters at ENR FutureTech said.

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New Workers Most at Risk for Injury: Study

Construction Equipment

Nearly half of the construction workers in Tennessee who were injured over a recent two-year period had been on the job less than a year, according to a case study report from the Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR).

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7 Steps to an Effective Quality-Management Program

Construction Business Owner

In construction, punch lists are just one element of a comprehensive quality-management program. If you want to reduce defects over time, with the goal of achieving great quality the first time, punch lists alone will not get you there. .

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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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What Happens in Vegas, Doesn’t Stay in Vegas: Retail Construction Trends from ICSC RECon 2019

HardHatChat

Englewood Construction’s business development team hosted a cocktail party at the Bellagio Resort and Casino during RECon 2019. Last month, our Englewood Construction business development team had a great trip to Las Vegas for RECon, the global retail real estate convention hosted annually by the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). It’s always valuable to attend this conference, not only as an opportunity to network with new and existing contacts, but also to gauge activity in the

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How to Simplify Construction Data Collection from the Field

Viewpoint Construction Technology

4 Key Benefits that Digitized Data and Connected Mobile Solutions are Bringing to the Jobsite.

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10 Simple Steps to Implementing a Suicide-Prevention Program

Construction Business Owner

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), construction workers remain four times more likely to die by suicide than the population at large—a rate equal to 53.2 per 100,000 workers. Male-dominated industries are most vulnerable, and especially so in a masculine, macho, tough-guy culture like construction.

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Experts to AEC firms: stop ignoring cybercrime vulnerabilities

Construction Dive

Although the industry is at high risk for hacking and the average data breach costs $3.8 million, most contractors aren’t prepared, say presenters at this week's ENR FutureTech conference.

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Hempcrete Blocks for Construction

The Constructor

The construction industry has been actively looking out for more and more eco-friendly construction materials. Hempcrete or hemp concrete being a.

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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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5 Ways Leading Contractors Keep Their Clients Happy

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Forward-thinking communication and collaboration, a positive culture and modern technology key to building long-term client relationships.

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What Tech Can Do to Reduce Risk on Construction Sites

Construction Business Owner

Learn from data in Dodge Data & Analytics and Triax Technologies' SmartMarket report, Using Technology to Improve Risk Management in Construction SmartMarket Insight, about how you can mitigate risk on your project sites through the use of tech, such as wearables, VR and AR, and robotics.

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Making up for the construction labor shortage with technology

Construction Dive

Construction has had a complicated relationship with technology, but the shortage of skilled labor has forced the industry to re-evaluate.

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12 Basic Components of a Building Structure

The Constructor

The basic components of a building structure are the foundation, floors, walls, beams, columns, roof, stair, etc. These elements serve the purpose 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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The upside of job costing: More accurate estimates means more money in the bank

Lets Build

Whatever your reason for getting into the construction business, a love for job costing and puzzling out profitability likely wasn’t a contributing factor. Yet having at least some understanding of cost analysis isn’t just desirable—it’s necessary. In a recent study of self-identified business owners, accountants, bookkeepers, estimators, and finance managers within the construction industry, 1.

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How to Strategize for Growth When Labor is Low & Competition is High

Construction Business Owner

It’s no surprise that the shortage of skilled laborers continues to be a source of concern within the construction industry—a substantial obstacle when business is otherwise booming. While contractors want to capitalize on industry growth, a lean labor pool means having to be more competitive and efficient in order to secure the skilled labor needed to complete projects and prepare to take on more.

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Top construction tech events for the second half of 2019

Construction Dive

Although the year is almost halfway over, the tech-related learning events don't stop. Check out our list of some of the best.

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What is Cross Wall Construction? Features and Benefits

The Constructor

Cross wall construction is a building construction technique in which the precast load-bearing walls are placed perpendicular to the lateral axis of.

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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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The Role of Construction Software Technology in Mitigating Risk

Viewpoint Construction Technology

If you do a little digging, you may notice that many industries utilise development and maintenance processes that are often repetitive and standardiz.

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How Has the Gig Economy Affected the Construction Industry?

Construction Business Owner

Construction Business Owner's industry experts weigh in on how the increase in freelance workers has affected contractors.

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Tech Toys: 3D concrete printing, VR ladder training and more

Construction Dive

Also, Unity Reflect will allow for Autodesk Revit changes to be seen instantly in Unity VR/AR systems and a Japanese firm will use U.S.-based drone platforms to inspect and repair concrete infrastructure.

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Stress- strain Curve for Steel Bars

The Constructor

Stress- strain curve describes the behavior of steel bars under loads. It is created by testing of steel specimen. The steel specimen is gradually.

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How Poor Planning and Budgeting Lead to Construction Cost Overruns

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.

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State of the Construction Industry: May 2019 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Rising construction costs, data security concerns and the perils of project mismanagement are some of the interesting stories we read in May 2019.

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3 Best Practices for Saving Money on Payroll

Construction Business Owner

If you work on taxpayer-funded jobs or you provide services to a government agency, you’re probably subject to the Davis-Bacon Act, McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act, state prevailing-wage laws or local living-wage laws. And small compliance mistakes quickly add up to big costs. .

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NYC awards AECOM-Hill JV contract to manage $8.7B Rikers replacement

Construction Dive

The $107 million deal will see the team select design-build firms for four new jails that will replace the soon-to-be-shuttered Rikers Island detention facility.

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9 Types of Defects Observed in Plastering

The Constructor

Different types of defects occur in plastering such as blistering, cracks, efflorescence, flaking, peeling, popping, softness and uneven surfaces.

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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 use mobile technology in the construction industry the right way

Lets Build

Mobile technology has moved on at a breath-taking pace in the course of the last few years. Smartphones, tablets and PC’s have become the norm! The only problem these days is keeping up with what they have to offer and taking full advantage of it all. It comes as no surprise, then, that mobile technology.

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How to Strategize for Growth When Labor Is Low & Competition Is High

Construction Business Owner

It’s no surprise that the shortage of skilled laborers continues to be a source of concern within the construction industry—a substantial obstacle when business is otherwise booming. While contractors want to capitalize on industry growth, a lean labor pool means having to be more competitive and efficient in order to secure the skilled labor needed to complete projects and prepare to take on more.

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Miami airport officials approve up to $5B for capital projects

Construction Dive

The Miami International Airport modernization program, aimed at meeting future demand and incorporating design elements that will address climate change and resiliency, will be spread across a period of five to 15 years.

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