Construction Dive

JULY 25, 2018

Industrial and engineering projects saw strong growth in the first half of this year, but the commercial numbers are sluggish.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JULY 26, 2018

The foundations should remain as shallow as possible, in conformity with climatic effects and strength of the surface soil; specifically in waterlogged ground. For large underground structure, shoring work design details should be perfectly defined. The structure should be considerably inflexible. Foundation design should be inexpensive & supported with updated technology to curtail piling cost.

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ENR Construction

JULY 25, 2018

Schedule expedited by collaborative planning of key modules and offsite prefabrication of load-bearing walls.

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Denver Schedule Plans 53

Construction Cost Estimating

JULY 25, 2018

The adjoining buildings are greatly impacted with trench excavation and lead to settlement. This construction article briefly explains how to gauge the impact of trench excavation on adjoining buildings with rule of thumb. The two factors are mainly responsible for impact of trench excavation on the buildings: • Soil relaxation because of excavation • Diminishing of groundwater owning to excavation Soil relaxation because of excavation When a trench is excavated adjoining a building, soil relaxa

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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.

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HardHatChat

JULY 24, 2018

It’s already been a busy year for Englewood’s Restaurant Construction division, with a wide variety of projects ranging from ground-up new construction and interior renovations to commercial kitchen work. As such, here are four commercial construction trends our team has observed and anticipates we’ll see shaping more restaurant and food service construction projects in the near future: Tapping Into The Craft Beer Boom.

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The Constructor

JULY 25, 2018

Quality of the concrete plays an important role in the construction field as the concrete is the excessive element in any construction. The strength.

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Concrete Construction Materials 240

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 24, 2018

HR, Finance and Accounting Professionals: Learn How to Work Smarter Not Harder at Collaborate 2018. In the construction industry, no two days are ever alike. Managing the hundreds, if not thousands, of moving pieces, people and processes and the data connected with each across each project can be an epic task. In the back office, accounting and HR teams are the workhorses that get these tasks done day in and day out.

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Accounting Finance Viewpoint IRS 200

FDR Safety

JULY 23, 2018

Working around energized equipment can be very hazardous, it is good to know these helpful tips to prevent yourself from becoming the path to ground electricity is always searching for. Overhead lines: One thing to pay attention to when you are at your jobsite is your location and proximity to overhead lines or utility poles. Electricity always tries to find the easiest path to ground.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 25, 2018

For contractors, securing bonding is the lifeblood of their businesses, but it comes with challenges that range from having the necessary working capital to demonstrating a track record of success. Find out how to overcome these challenges, ensuring your construction business is in a good position to attract a surety, and, in turn, profitable projects. .

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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.

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The Constructor

JULY 24, 2018

Clearly, trench excavation affects nearby buildings and causing them to settle. The major factors that cause building settlement are soil relaxation.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 23, 2018

If you work in construction, you’re most likely familiar with LEED certification, the green building standard that many building owners aim to achieve. Viewpoint’s Portland headquarters is a LEED Gold building , so we’re certainly familiar with the goals of those who want to achieve green building certification, as well as the challenges along the way.

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Certification Green United States Sustainability 195

FDR Safety

JULY 25, 2018

I continue to receive many requests for assistance on matters involving the control of hazardous energy. In too many situations, an employee was injured and OSHA stepped in with significant fines for violations of 29 CFR 1910.147. I’m proud of our record in helping clients litigate citations/violations and/or fulfill obligations under informal or formal OSHA settlement agreements.

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Employment OSHA Feasibility Safety 120

Lets Build

JULY 26, 2018

Data explosion has already changed the way we design, collaborate, and build in the sector. Both construction software and hardware become smarter and contribute to the creation of a more automated building process. This outburst of smart technologies has empowered the emergence of Artificial Intelligence in construction. With that thought in mind, we present to.

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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 Constructor

JULY 23, 2018

Performance level of structures against earthquakes describes limiting damage condition that assumed to be satisfactory for a given building and a.

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Structural Engineering Safety Engineering Design 190

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 25, 2018

Project Managers: Learn to Maximize Your Software Use at Collaborate 2018. If there’s one role touching virtually all aspects of construction operations, it’s the project manager. From job cost budgeting, tracking and projecting job progress to resource scheduling and vendor management, you have your hands full day in and day out. Thankfully, there are plenty of technology tools like an integrated construction ERP, project collaboration platform and intuitive mobile solutions for field crews tha

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 25, 2018

Collaboration is Key to Customer Experience and to your bottom line. Early and ongoing collaboration with building owners, facilities management, procurement, and associated technical teams is the single most important element to driving improved outcomes and long-term, mutually beneficial outcomes. Attaining and maintaining internal and external collaborative relationships requires leadership & organization-wide commitment.

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Construction Dive

JULY 24, 2018

Two heads of the now-defunct, Albany-based Eastern Building & Restoration were charged with stealing identities of minority-owned businesses to obtain millions in public works contracts.

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New York Contract Construction 98

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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BD+C

JULY 23, 2018

After you read our new research report on the future of offsite construction ( “New Day, New Mindset: Rethinking Offsite Construction” ) published in partnership with the Construction Users Roundtable and the Construction Industry Institute, you may take away some powerful themes that jumped into my consciousness.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 24, 2018

A Viewpoint on Construction, Modern Takes on a Transforming Industry. Episode 3: Suicide Prevention. In this episode of A Viewpoint on Construction, we look at the staggering numbers behind suicide in the United States, including the high rate in construction. Hear a moving discussion between our host and Patsy Dunn, CFP with Siteworks Design/Build.

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Viewpoint CFMA United States Industrial 182

Job Order Contracting

JULY 25, 2018

Learning how to avoid construction disputes is important to real property owners, AEs, builders, and building users. While the construction sector is notorious for its low productivity and waste, any facilities management team can consistently deliver project on-demand, on-time, on-budget, and to the satisfaction of all participants and stakeholders.

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Construction Documentation Subcontracting CSI 100

Construction Dive

JULY 25, 2018

University of Maine engineers recently used computer-controlled hydraulics to simulate truck loads on its new girder bridge system, which it says can be assembled in a few days and survive a century.

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Concrete Maine Engineering 95

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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.

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Business Facilities

JULY 23, 2018

Business Facilities' 14th Annual Rankings Report keeps pace with the evolving priorities of economic development and tracks red-hot growth sectors, including cybersecurity and autonomous vehicles. - Read: Business Facilities’ 14th Annual Rankings Report at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 26, 2018

It’s summertime, and we know that means most contractors are busy. But when you get a free minute, it’s worth taking a look at what’s going on in our industry. New technology continues to change how jobsites function, businesses are taking steps to diversify their workforces and a new project delivery method could be on the horizon. Plus, get some advice for marketing and expanding your business in this month’s news roundup.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 24, 2018

Collaborative process and dialogue among Owner, A/E’s, and Contractors drive significantly improved outcomes. This can consistently be achieve through the us of LEAN Construction Deliver Methods, such as OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contracting. The value of the OpenJOC framework is its ability to provide a systematic approach of eliminating waste so every step adds value for the client and mutual benefit to all participants.

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Construction Dive

JULY 24, 2018

Taking responsibility for even a small portion of the design can expose contractors to increased liability. Here's how to limit the risks.

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Digger Blog

JULY 25, 2018

Loughborough-based groundworks contractor CR Civil Engineering has been engaged in some commendable schools outreach work to rally the interest of the next generation of construction workers. Loughborough-based groundworks contractor CR Civil Engineering has been engaged in some commendable schools outreach work to rally the interest of the next generation of construction workers.

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Engineering Contractors Construction 91

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 26, 2018

How Drone Photography Is Carving a Niche in Construction.

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Lets Build

JULY 26, 2018

The construction software or construction management software is a project management tool that will be used by the construction professionals. It is a collection that includes the programs, information, processes that are usually used to perform various tasks while building a structure or while assembling an infrastructure. This software helps in increasing the efficiency, productivity.

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