Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Learn how connecting your construction procurement and payment can help your team stay in the black and increase productivity and profits.
HardHatChat
OCTOBER 9, 2024
As a National General Contractor, Englewood has a front-row seat to the opportunities and challenges facing the commercial construction industry. I recently sat down with Kim Sawyer and Tina McGrath, two of our experienced Business Development team leaders, to gain their perspective on what they’ve learned from talking to our existing and potential retail, restaurants, automotive, senior housing, and hospitality clients.
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ENR Construction
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Growth in use of electric equipment in construction has been relatively slow in the U.S. despite successful pilot efforts, but a new coalition of cities, municipal agencies and industry groups is looking to promote wider adoption.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 9, 2024
As the industry continues to evolve, tech-savvy younger workers are key to its future success, writes consultant (and Gen Zer) Fulton Cure.
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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.
PC Construction
OCTOBER 8, 2024
This past Saturday, the Maine-based PC team and families once again came together at the Portland International Jetport to test our strength to benefit the Travis Mills Foundation. The task: pull an 80-ton Bowing 757 FedEx Jet 20 feet as fast as you can. The competition was fierce, and the PC Plane Pullers came in at the middle of the leaderboard with a pull of 8.1 seconds.
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BD+C
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Craftsmanship You’ll Value 1 kcichowicz Wed, 10/09/2024 - 12:40 MFPRO+ Video Delivering both performance and value, new 70 Series exit devices provide the quality and trust you expect from Von Duprin at a medium price point. Learn more at vonduprin.com/70-series.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
OCTOBER 8, 2024
National nonresidential construction spending increased 0.1% in August, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.22 trillion. Spending was up on a monthly basis in 10 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories. Private nonresidential spending decreased 0.1%, while public nonresidential construction spending was up 0.3% in August.
Contractor Magazine
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Making the chilled water outside would eliminate a compressor failure issue—but could we make it all work?
Construction Today
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Established in 1944, TAMKO provides roofing solutions to contractors across the US. As the company celebrates a landmark anniversary, Chief Operating Officer, Jeff Beyer, discusses the secret of its success: “TAMKO is a really great story of American entrepreneurship. This year we’re celebrating 80 years in business, which is a huge milestone for us.
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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
OCTOBER 10, 2024
CBO on the Road: Caterpillar ccapoccia Thu, 10/10/2024 - 14:51 In August, I had the opportunity to attend Caterpillar’s launch celebration for eight next-generation skid steers and compact track loaders. Construction trade press members, as well as industry influencers, were invited to the to the Edwards Demonstration & Learning Center in Peoria, Illinois, for a day of machine demonstrations, educational sessions, operating opportunities and interviews.
Contractor Bookkeeping
OCTOBER 11, 2024
External factors, such as economic changes or technological advances, can significantly impact whether a business will thrive or fail. The rise of sharing and gig economy apps is an excellent example. These apps gave consumers more affordable options for daily tasks and errands and provided individuals with a new way to earn money on their schedules.
BD+C
OCTOBER 10, 2024
How to get your construction team engaged and on board with new processes 0 dbarista Thu, 10/10/2024 - 09:48 Contractors Discover practical strategies to boost employee engagement and create a collaborative environment where your team feels valued and motivated to contribute to your company’s vision. Todd Dawalt, Founder of Construction Leading Edge Contractors Did you know that only 15% of employees are engaged while the rest of the 85% isn’t?
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Engage in data driven cost estimating with objective, verifiable, and current local market labor, material, and equipment price books from 4BT (Four BT, LLC). Approximately 90,000 line items including demolition lines and line item modifiers available within an easy-to-use web application. [contact-form] The post Data Driven Cost Estimating appeared first on 4BT.
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 Business Owner
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Start Your Annual Sales Planning for Next Year’s Sales Success ccapoccia Thu, 10/10/2024 - 22:34 For construction organizations, end-of-year planning is a crucial time. It’s a time when leadership, operations, sales and marketing can come together to plan for next year’s sales success. This article outlines what a good plan looks like and offers key steps to develop and implement the plan.
PC Construction
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Yesterday the PC Construction team gathered with partners from Weidmann Electrical Technology , Hill-Engineers, Architects, Planners , and local officials to celebrate the groundbreaking for the approximately $44 million expansion at Weidmann’s St. Johnsbury, Vermont, facility. The project, which will allow Weidmann to increase manufacturing capacity, includes three major components: the construction of a 10,000-square-foot free standing pre-engineered warehouse building, a 21,500-square-foot ad
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 10, 2024
One of the heftiest citations issued last quarter was to the contractor responsible for the January hangar collapse in Idaho.
BD+C
OCTOBER 9, 2024
How healthcare operations inform design 0 qpurcell Wed, 10/09/2024 - 12:31 Healthcare Facilities Amanda Fisher, Communications Specialist, shares how BWBR's personalized approach and specialized experience can make a meaningful impact to healthcare facilities. Amanda Fisher, Communications Specialist Healthcare Facilities Designers Facility Managers Architects Healthcare facilities are a backbone for their communities, necessary for sustaining the health and wellness of all who live there.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
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Construction Law
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Four root causes have been identified by the National Infrastructure Commission as being behind systemic failures of cost management on major infrastructure projects in a new report ‘Cost drivers of major infrastructure projects in the UK’. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Gulf Coast Building & Construction Trades and Greater Houston Builders Association support a stepped up pro-immigrant campaign—emphasizing their overwhelming numbers in the state's residential and non-residential construction industry.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 10, 2024
The storm shredded the canvas dome — designed to withstand 115 mph winds — of the Tampa Bay MLB park, built in 1990.
Contractor Magazine
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Nonresidential construction input prices also decreased 0.9% for the month.
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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 Law
OCTOBER 11, 2024
The Treasury has announced that a new National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) to replace the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) and the Major Projects Authority (MPA) will be launched in Spring next year. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Even before projects reach the shovel-ready phase, a “business as usual” mindset can stunt sustainability goals, says John Delaney, sustainability director at Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The landmark rule imposes the strictest limits on lead in drinking water since federal standards were set 30 years ago.
Construction Today
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The top fence company in the US, as rated by homeowners, media outlets and multiple customer trust sites, Superior Fence & Rail (Superior) offers the best quality fence installation and construction, along with unparalleled customer service and warranty. The company’s dedication to outstanding service is upheld across more than 100 locations in the country, with each fence manufactured at its… Source The post Superior Fence & Rail’s founder shares the secret to a successful f
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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.
Building Radar
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Understanding the public tender process is essential for businesses looking to secure government contracts or large-scale construction projects. Public tenders provide equal opportunities for all qualified bidders, ensuring that contracts are awarded transparently and based on merit. However, navigating this process can be complex, especially for newcomers.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Contractor's contract is for second-stage engineering study on planned 462-MW small modular reactor project using technology of NuScale Power, of which it is a majority investor.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Together with materials firm Versarien, the London-based builder will develop a variety of mortars for use in civil construction.
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