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2020 could see construction growth throttled by costs, labor and bearish owners

Construction Dive

Although market forces are causing architects to be hit with delays and even cancellations, two of the industry's top economists say growth will slow some but remain mostly steady over the next year.

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How Robust Collaboration Systems Can Improve Owner Insight

Construction Business Owner

Over the past several decades, companies across industry sectors have invested in platforms and technology solutions to enhance their project lifecycle. This is especially true for the construction industry, where legacy systems have led to projects on average being 80% over budget and 20 months behind schedule.

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Quotes Vs. Estimates And Insights To Contract Negotiations

Contractor Bookkeeping

The nature of some types of businesses makes it challenging to come up with a standard price list. For tradespeople and construction company owners like you, what's required in terms of time, skill, labor, and materials frequently vary from job to job. Offering an estimate or quote provides potential clients with a customized figure for what they can expect to pay based on what will be required to complete a specific project.

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Commercial Construction Industry Trends: The “Highs” and “Lows” that Shaped 2019

HardHatChat

With the countdown on to 2020 – and the start of a brand-new decade right around the corner – it’s time for our annual look back at the commercial construction industry “highs” and “lows” from 2019. From positive trends and new business opportunities to ongoing challenges that impact how we do business, here are five factors and industry trends that shaped our work in the past year.

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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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The 10 Fundamentals of LEAN Construction

Job Order Contracting

The ten fundamentals of LEAN construction include… 1. Focus upon outcomes. 2. Early and ongoing participation of all stakeholders and service providers. 3. Mutual trust and respect. 4. Engaging and leveraging the expertise of participants actually doing the work. 5. Financial and task level transparency via locally researched detailed line item unit price book. 6.

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5 Steps To Improve Change Order Management

Construction Business Owner

Change orders—they’re part of the normal course of a construction project, but they’re are also a major pain point—the cause of disputes among contractors, owners and designers, and a reason for cost overruns and completion delays. The industry will never not have change orders, and they will always be a source of disputes. But contractors would find their pain considerably lessened by putting clear, systematic procedures in place for managing change orders from the get-go.

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Drag-and-Drop Line-Level Attachments Now Available for Vista

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Our Vista 6.19 release improves construction accounting processes by including drag and drop features for attachments to line level records.

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What is the Global Information System (GIS)?

The Constructor

GIS is a computer-based information system that performs the activities of capturing, storing, manipulating, analyzing and displaying both spatial.

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2018 IgCC is Not in Use Anywhere. A Detailed Analysis of Why?

Green Building Law Update

The 2018 International Green Construction Code was released on November 8, 2018 but more than a year later, it has not been adopted anywhere. The 203 page document available from the ICC for sale to the public, click here for a free read only copy of the 2018 IgCC , is an entirely new standard and bears little, if any relationship to earlier IgCC versions.

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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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What is your company’s approach to artificial intelligence (AI) use?

Construction Business Owner

Our experts discuss how they integrate AI in the office and on the jobsite.

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State of the Construction Industry: November 2019 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

New projects, new reports and a heightened focus on safety dominated the headlines in November.

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10 Causes of Earthquake Damages in Unreinforced Masonry Buildings

The Constructor

There are several weaknesses that may cause the failure of unreinforced masonry structure during earthquakes. These weaknesses are design and.

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The US has no BIM mandate. Does it matter?

Construction Dive

While many countries require the use of building information modeling for some projects, the AEC industry in the United States relies on a non-mandatory standard.

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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 a Construction Technologist & Why Do I Need One?

Construction Business Owner

Identifying and implementing technology on a larger scale—say, for operating a cutting-edge construction business or increasing productivity on the jobsite—requires a certain level of commitment. That’s where the construction technologist (CT) comes in. For companies with clear intentions of moving forward with technology initiatives as part of an overall business strategy, the CT plays an integral part in overseeing the implementation and success of those technologies. .

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New Vista Features Provide Enhanced Billing Tracking and Review

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Our Vista 6.19 release included stronger, more streamlined tracking and review of job billing status.

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Double Shear Test on Mild Steel

The Constructor

Double shear test is used to determine the shear strength (ultimate shear stress) of the mild steel specimen. Universal testing machine (UTM) is used.

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Fisher Sand & Gravel wins $400M Army Corps border wall contract

Construction Dive

Fisher, which also built part of a private border wall project, scored the design-build, firm-fixed-price contract for a wall segment in Yuma County, Arizona.

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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 University of Arkansas is now home to America’s largest mass timber building

BD+C

Adohi Hall, a $79-million, 202,027-sf residence hall at the University of Arkansas, has recently become the largest mass timber building in the United States. Named for the Cherokee word for “woods,” the 708-bed facility is located on a four-acre site at the southern end of the campus and will provide a new university gateway that marks the start of the larger living learning district.

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Top 5 Construction Careers for 2020

Construction Equipment

With the construction labor shortage still posing a problem within the industry, jobs continue to be on the rise alongside growing salaries. According to the Associated General Contractors of America, construction employment increased by 279,000 jobs in 2019.

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Determination of In-situ Soil Dry Density by Sand Replacement Method

The Constructor

The sand replacement test method is used to determine in situ dry density of soil. The procedures, materials, equipment, and specifications of this.

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3 design-build teams in final bids for $233M Denver convention center contract

Construction Dive

After firing program manager Trammell Crow for improperly sharing information with bidder Mortenson Construction, city officials have narrowed the competition to PCL Construction, Hensel Phelps and The Weitz Co.

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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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What Is It Like to Volunteer with GreenCare for Troops?

Green Industry Professionals

Andrew Oostenbrugge discusses providing lawn care services to families in need through Project EverGreen's GreenCare for Troops.

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A new Atlanta-area STEM magnet school will feature a flexible modular design

BD+C

Fulton Country Schools in Georgia teamed with Georgia Tech’s Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing to develop Innovation Academy, the school district’s latest magnet school. The 245,000-sf, three-level school, whose construction broke ground on Nov. 21, will be located in downtown Alpharetta, Ga., on property that previously housed the old Milton High School.

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Tape Corrections in Chain Surveying

The Constructor

The chain surveying performed by a tape is expected to have some errors due to incorrect tape measurements. In ordinary chaining works, the errors.

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Atlanta metro commission floats $173B transportation plan

Construction Dive

The Atlanta Regional Commission's draft plan includes $102 billion for the maintenance of existing infrastructure including road resurfacing, bridge repair and transit upgrades.

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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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Lawnbot Grows Leadership Team, Welcomes Erik Alburg as Chief Technical Officer

Green Industry Professionals

Alburg will lead technical operations, product development, product innovation, and direct the company’s technical and product road maps

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Disney’s Galactic Starcruiser hotel will open in 2021

BD+C

Disney has recently released new details, renderings, and a 2021 opening date for its Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel. The hotel, located in Florida’s Walt Disney World Resort, will provide an immersive experience via a two-night, cruise-style itinerary where the guests become the heroes of their own adventure.

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Three Companies Expanding, Investing $4.9M In Kansas City, MO

Business Facilities

Homebase, Simplifyy and Mark II Transfer Station are expected to bring a total of 388 new jobs to the Kansas City, MO region. - Read: Three Companies Expanding, Investing $4.9M In Kansas City, MO at BusinessFacilities.com.