Sat.Jun 19, 2021 - Fri.Jun 25, 2021

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5 questions all Project Managers should ask themselves before they start a project

Lets Build

Many project managers who work on projects with a lot of repetition tell us that they have to spend up to 50% of their time each week on admin-heavy tasks related to planning. Their programme is stuck on MS Project and to update it they have to go through countless WhatsApp notifications, emails, or phone calls. It doesn’t take much before they get buried under a mountain of work that doesn’t truly add value to their projects.

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Why Construction Firms Should Invest In Packaging Solutions

Construction Marketing

President Joe Biden’s USD$2 trillion housing and infrastructure agenda have been met with mixed reactions from the construction industry. A recent Infrastructure Intelligence commentary detailed that 55% of contractors believe that the plan would do more harm than good. Increasing costs and falling demand for new construction projects have been putting contractors on the back foot. .

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Can construction solve COVID nurses’ need for space and supplies

The Korte Company

More space: that’s often what nurses want above all else in their supply and work stations, especially during the pandemic. . It’s a perpetual challenge Design-Builders face with compact hospital footprints in competitive real estate markets that was exacerbated by COVID-19. Nursing stations, hallways and patient-care spaces didn’t get any bigger when the Center for Disease Control and Prevention set the social distance recommendation to six feet.

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5 Tips for Flipping Flat Performance

Construction Business Owner

5 Tips for Flipping Flat Performance. Alex Headley. Wed, 06/23/2021 - 12:46. Rental equipment has become an essential part of the construction industry, with rental equipment now making up more than 55% of contractor equipment fleets.

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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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Can Flexible Work Culture be Beneficial to the Construction Industry?

The Constructor

Following the success of pilot programmes at the job sites of four major contractors, construction firms are now being urged to implement flexible.

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Job Order Contract Performance Measurement Required

Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contract Performance Measurement is required in order to achieve best value and in order for public sector administrators to meet their fiduciary responsibilities. Unfortunately, JOC Program performance measurement is severely lacking. Instead, JOC is being treated as a commodity and used primarily to speed procurement. In order for a JOC Program to provide its full potential, provide significant benefits, and also be in compliance with applicable statutes, independent third-party

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5 Key Metrics That Make or Break Your Company

Construction Business Owner

5 Key Metrics That Make or Break Your Company. Alex Headley. Mon, 06/21/2021 - 08:41. You can’t operate a jobsite without equipment. For many heavy civil construction companies, it’s the most significant asset they own. Therefore, it can have a profound impact on your bottom line. While there are many fleet performance metrics to manage to keep a fleet productive and healthy, the following are five key metrics and definitions below directly impact the bottom line.

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All You Need To Know About Commercial Fit-Outs

The Constructor

Creating a new office space requires several things to come together. And one of the important aspects that influence the overall appeal of your.

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Continual Construction Technology Learning — At Your Fingertips

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Viewpoint’s webinar series, “The Punch List” provides customers with the tools they need to succeed in the construction industry.

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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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JOC Unit Price Book Updates

Job Order Contracting

JOC unit price book updates should be done annually, at a minimum. The updates should include research and associated appropriate granular changes for all labor items (trades), as well as material and equipment updates for the specific local market. Using a economic index, or an “adjustment factor” applied to the UPB at the end of each year is NOT RECOMMENDED.

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HEAT STRESS: Expert Advice From Jim Stanley

FDR Safety

As the summer heat sets in across the country, heat stress begins to rise to the forefront of conversations. This silent killer is prevalent in many settings and can take its toll on workers in the blink of an eye. It is key to remember that there are easy ways to combat heat stress and to ensure workers safety from the inside out. We are taught to wear hard hats for head protection, steel toe shoes for foot protection, and safety glasses for eye protection, but what about our internal systems?

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Free Tool to Calculate Embodied Carbon in Construction

The Constructor

The Embodied Carbon in Construction Calculator (EC3) is a free, open-access tool that assists architects, engineers, and contractors in determining.

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Why Your Old Construction Technology is Eating Your Profit Margin

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Your manual processes and disconnected software solutions may be costing your construction company much more than you think.

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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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Post-Pandemic Industrial Parks: Risk-Resilient, Resource Efficient

Business Facilities

The COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated that social, health and environmental risks are economic risks. Industrial parks can mitigate risks by embracing a resource-efficient eco-industrial concept. - Read: Post-Pandemic Industrial Parks: Risk-Resilient, Resource Efficient at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Post-pandemic, architects need to advocate harder for project sustainability

BD+C

The coronavirus pandemic accelerated a shift toward architectural design work on existing buildings that already had been underway. That shift presents new opportunities, but also challenges that manufacturers and other partners can help architects meet. But when it comes to designing sustainably, architects need to become more than just “passive advisors” who leave final decisions to clients.

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What is a Canopy in Construction?

The Constructor

A canopy is an overhead structure typically intended to provide shelter from rain or sun. It is usually seen as a covering attached to the outside of.

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The Top Features Buyers Want in Their Bathrooms

Pro Builder

The Top Features Buyers Want in Their Bathrooms. cbroderick. Tue, 06/22/2021 - 10:15. Bathrooms play an important role for homebuyers, and some features within them can make or break a buyer’s decision to purchase. The National Association of Home Builders’ What Home Buyers Really Want survey found nearly 50% of surveyed homebuyers said 12 out of the proposed 18 bathroom features were desirable or essential.

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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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Texas Additive Manufacturer Expands To Neighborhood 91

Business Facilities

Cumberland Additive will leverage recent growth in the aerospace, defense, and space sectors by expanding at Pittsburgh International Airport's N91 Additive Manufacturing campus. - Read: Texas Additive Manufacturer Expands To Neighborhood 91 at BusinessFacilities.com.

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6 ways design can supercharge innovation in health sciences and medical education

BD+C

We’re heading straight for a significant healthcare worker shortage—and fast. According to the Association of American Medical Colleges , by 2033, the U.S. could experience a shortage of anywhere from 54,000 to 140,000 physicians.

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How to Become a Professional Engineer in Virginia?

The Constructor

Engineering is an extensively regulated profession that needs professional licenses in the state of Virginia. This is because not only do engineers.

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Some Buyers Fear the End of Low Mortgage Rates is Here

Pro Builder

Some Buyers Fear the End of Low Mortgage Rates is Here. cbroderick. Wed, 06/23/2021 - 09:31. Both mortgage rates and applications to refinance a home loan increased slightly last week, reversing course for previous trends. Rates for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages reached their highest level in one month, says CNBC, going from 3.11% to 3.18% last week.

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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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Manufacturing: The Jobs Multiplier

Business Facilities

A lack of ready or willing manufacturing job candidates could cost the U.S. economy up to $1 trillion unless the industry takes proactive steps. - Read: Manufacturing: The Jobs Multiplier at BusinessFacilities.com.

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The world’s first Passive House Certified cidery completes

BD+C

Seminary Hill Orchard & Cidery, the world’s first Passive House Certified cidery, has completed in Callicoon, N.Y. The 9,300-sf project sits on 62 acres of land and houses an organic hard cider production facility, a tasting area, a commercial kitchen, and an event space. A translucent entryway will provide visitors with views of the orchard and valley.

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What is Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS)?

The Constructor

The Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) was founded in 1997 as a non-profit, independent organization. The scheme was implemented in order to.

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Engineers Try to Fathom Factors Leading to Deadly Champlain Towers Collapse

ENR Construction

The sudden, progressive collapse that brought down a portion of the 12-story, 40-year-old residential building is puzzling, say engineers.

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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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Top 5 Benefits Of Pipe Racks As Containers

Civiconcepts

Steel Pipe Racks are essential to every highly productive and organized industrial workplace. They offer so many benefits that make daily operations go smoothly and efficiently. If you have yet … Top 5 Benefits Of Pipe Racks As Containers Read More ».

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How smart cities can become resilient to extreme heat

BD+C

Extreme heat is the leading cause of climate change related death in the United States. It is more deadly than hurricanes, tornadoes, and flooding. And, as our planet warms, it is becoming more necessary to cool buildings and people.

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Fabric Formwork for Concrete Construction

The Constructor

Fabric formwork is a building technology that employs geotextile fabrics as the formwork material for concrete construction. In general, fabric.