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Contractor Roles and Responsibilities in Construction

The Constructor

The responsibility of a contractor in construction is the execution of the work activities that are required for the completion of the project. The roles and responsibilities of contractors manifest themselves in various aspects of the project for instance project planning, management, monitoring, construction site safety, and legal issues. The contractor also appoint subcontractor, who […].

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The top construction projects to watch in 2020

Construction Dive

Construction Dive rounds up the six most newsworthy projects across the country that we are following closely this year.

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A Construction Contractor's Optimal Guide To Profiling Clients

Contractor Bookkeeping

Easily an essential first step in establishing your construction company is to define your clients so that you have the information you need to attract the right audience and generate valuable traffic to your website. Understanding your customers and what makes them tick is the key to any successful construction business, particularly if you are paying out large amounts of money to drive relevant traffic.

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Wh?t I? Granolithic Flooring | C?n?tru?t??n M?th?d | Adv?nt?g?? ?nd Disadvantages

CivilJungle

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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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Collaborative Construction Performance, Enablers, & Requirements

Job Order Contracting

This abstract provides initial insight into Collaborative Construction Performance, Enablers, & Requirements. Maximizing benefits required collaboration planing, procurement, and project delivery. This, in turn, requires owner leadership and competency with respect to the integration of People, LEAN Processes, Information, and Technology. McKinsey & Company 2020.

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Cost Estimation of Construction Projects

The Constructor

Cost estimation of a project is the process of forecasting the probable cost for the due fulfillment of the project objectives, to the prescribed.

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5 innovative construction projects from around the world

Construction Dive

Innovative projects, such as an underwater restaurant and a stadium that can be dismantled, push the envelope on commercial building.

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Access BIM Information for Free

Job Order Contracting

Access BIM information for free and report on the quality, condition, maintenance and safety of a building. Build your own data files and attach any type of document after consulting and navigating the BIM model in Building in Cloud. Just follow these simple steps to get started now! 1. Create a Free Account 2.Create a New Building 3. Upload your BIM model 4.

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How You Can Plan to Prevent Rework

Construction Business Owner

How You Can Plan to Prevent Rework. Elizabeth Manning. Mon, 01/27/2020 - 11:23. Use careful planning and a specific employee awareness strategy to cut down on the costs of rework your construction company deals with on every project.

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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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End Bearing Pile Foundation: Selection, Uses, and Advantages

The Constructor

End bearing piles, which is also known as point-bearing piles, are used to transfer superstructure load through low bearing capacity soil to a strong.

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State of the Construction Industry: January 2020 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Here’s a look at a few of the most interesting construction industry stories we were following this past month:

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Connecticut construction exec sentenced to prison for defrauding employees out of $3.4M

Construction Dive

The owner of Ferguson Mechanical and Ferguson Electric deducted sham pension administrative fees from his 300 employees' paychecks and diverted the cash for his own use.

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The Cost-Benefit Argument for Investing in Tech to Improve Safety

Construction Business Owner

The Cost-Benefit Argument for Investing in Tech to Improve Safety. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 01/29/2020 - 09:45. Why you need construction tech (contech) on your jobsites to keep your workers safe and productive and the cost benefits of doing so.

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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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What is Open Channel Flow? Types of Flow in Open Channels

The Constructor

The flow of liquid through a channel with a free surface is defined as open channel flow. This free surface of the liquid is subjected to atmospheric.

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See Service Tech in Action at AHR

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Visit Viewpoint at AHR 2020 in Orlando for an up-close look at our Service Tech mobile solution.

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The Dotted Line: Legal steps for shutting down a dangerous jobsite

Construction Dive

Standard construction contracts provide options to protect workers and help mitigate additional costs.

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The Role of mPERS in Helping Workers Overcome Jobsite Dangers

Construction Business Owner

The Role of mPERS in Helping Workers Overcome Jobsite Dangers. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 01/31/2020 - 12:21. Understanding the benefits of implementing a mobile personal emergency response system (mPERS) to improve jobsite safety on your construction projects.

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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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Engineering Hydrology – Features and Applications

The Constructor

Engineering hydrology is the science of water resource engineering which deals with the study of occurrence, distribution, movement and the.

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What eight leading economists predict for nonresidential construction in 2020 and 2021

BD+C

Following modest increases in construction spending for nonresidential buildings in 2019, economists from eight leading industry organizations forecast slight growth in 2020 and 2021—1.5% and 0.9%, according to AIA's latest Consensus Construction Forecast panel. Public safety, education, healthcare, and office are the bright spots in a market that is entering growth-slowdown mode.

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Hard Rock Hotel project collapse sparks new investigation

Construction Dive

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell has spoken out against the newly formed committee, saying it could interfere with ongoing investigations by OSHA and others.

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Inside Central Civil Construction's Design-Assist Strategy

Construction Business Owner

Inside Central Civil Construction's Design-Assist Strategy. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 01/28/2020 - 10:06. Exploring the project delivery method one civil contractor, Central Civil Construction, has used to optimize its project schedules and keep its jobsites running efficiently and profitably.

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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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Techniques of Water Distribution in Irrigation Engineering

The Constructor

The irrigation water can be distributed efficiently to the farms in various ways like free flooding, check flooding, border flooding, basin flooding,

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Red Wing unveils a work boot designed by women, for women

BD+C

Red Wing Shoe Company has unveiled a new boot designed by women, for women. Dubbed the Tradeswoman, the boot has been created for women in construction, light manufacturing, and warehouse or distribution industries.

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China aims to construct coronavirus hospitals in less than 2 weeks

Construction Dive

The use of prefabricated panels will allow speedy construction of two hospitals, which will be built on pillars to keep the ground clear of contamination, according to the Wall Street Journal.

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Employment Increases in 29 States

Construction Equipment

Thirty-four states and the District of Columbia added construction jobs between December 2018 and December 2019, while construction employment increased in 29 states from November to December, according to the Associated General Contractors of America.

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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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Design a building G+1

The Constructor

Please design a G+1 building with an example. The post Design a building G+1 appeared first on The Constructor.

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Dubai’s One Za’abeel will have the world’s largest cantilever

BD+C

One Za'abeel, a new mixed-use project in Dubai positioned between the old and new business districts, will comprise offices, hotels, residences, and retail across two towers.

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Brookfield Properties plans largest mass timber office building in North America

Construction Dive

Construction of the six-floor San Francisco office will take six months less than erecting a concrete building of the same size, according to the developer.