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How To Generate Leads And Win More Contracts In The Construction Industry

The Constructor

Welcome to the fast-paced and competitive world of the construction industry. With numerous businesses vying for contracts, standing out and securing new projects can be challenging. That’s why having a strong lead generation and contract acquisition strategy is crucial for success. In this article, we will explore various tips and strategies to help you generate […] The post How To Generate Leads And Win More Contracts In The Construction Industry appeared first on The Constructor.

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Ransomware Is Crippling the Construction Industry

Construction Business Owner

Ransomware Is Crippling the Construction Industry ccapoccia Tue, 10/31/2023 - 15:47 The construction industry finds itself in the crosshairs of ransomware attacks. What makes construction so alluring to cybercriminals? It’s not just the industry’s digital transformation — it’s the mechanics of project delivery. Tight project timelines, lean construction methodologies, contract obligations, and the “just-in-time” delivery of critical materials mean that any disruption has a cascading effect on bo

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Top 5 BIM myths busted

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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The True Value Of Networking To Contractors And The Community

Contractor Bookkeeping

The ability to network is a fundamental part of running a business. Running a business in isolation is difficult, so it helps to have expert partners and acquaintances available to share ideas with. If you're looking to network with construction industry professionals, there are several ways to do so. 1. Attend industry events: Look for construction industry conferences, expos, and trade shows in your area.

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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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AI Will Revolutionize Construction. If We Let It

ENR Construction

Artificial Intelligence can analyze patterns in construction performance and identify efficiencies for large capital projects. Contractors should be open to the insight it can provide.

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Introducing Traqspera Field Management for Viewpoint Spectrum

Viewpoint Construction Technology

See what Traqspera Field Management brings to the Spectrum ERP (HINT: mobile time tracking, geofencing, daily field reporting & more!

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Job openings rise even as quits, layoffs decline

Construction Dive

The whole country has seen an increase in job openings, but an economist predicts the pressures in construction will persist into 2024.

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JobCost Coding Best Practices

Cassell Construction Estimating

A client asked recently for some advice on Jobcost coding. Should they just have a 1:1 relationship between Contract Items and JobCost Phases? What are best practices for setting up the Phase Master list? While there’s no single right answer for all contractors, here are some guidelines based on our more than 25 years of construction consulting experience: The strategy for building useful and meaningful Jobcost phase codes is one of the most important decisions a company faces when setting

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10 Steps for Performing a Marketing Audit

Construction Business Owner

10 Steps for Performing a Marketing Audit ccapoccia Tue, 10/31/2023 - 16:26 A marketing audit is a comprehensive assessment of your company’s marketing activities, strategies and performance. It provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of current marketing initiatives and helps identify areas for improvement. Conducting a marketing audit is essential for construction companies seeking to optimize their marketing efforts, adapt to market changes and stay ahead of competitors.

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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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3 Factors to Consider When Starting the Prequalification Process

Safety Services Company

Hiring clients look at multiple factors before choosing a contractor: are they safe, reliable, and compliant — just to name a few. Roughly 738,281 contractor companies in the U.S. supplied various services in 2020, and the numbers continue to grow every year, making it more challenging for hiring clients to choose the right contractors for their business.

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Unions call for PLA on $2B Columbus airport terminal

Construction Dive

A local trade group has asked general contractor Hensel Phelps to commit to paying workers a prevailing wage, a policy the contractor said it has already instituted.

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Navigating architectural challenges—from 'unbuildable' to unbelievable

BD+C

Navigating architectural challenges—from 'unbuildable' to unbelievable 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/30/2023 - 10:12 Senior Living Design Mick Schaefer, AIA, NCARB, LEED GA, recounts the challenges Vessel Architecture & Design had to overcome while designing a state-of-the-art senior living facility. Mick Schaefer, AIA, NCARB, LEED GA MFPRO+ Blog Senior Living Design Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Coronavirus The architectural domain constantly offers challenges.

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ConstructionGPT: AI as a Force Multiplier

Construction Business Owner

ConstructionGPT: AI as a Force Multiplier ccapoccia Fri, 11/03/2023 - 08:44 There was a recent account of a mother using ChatGPT to solve a baffling medical condition that had befallen her son. She had consulted numerous physicians and received a litany of possible ailments. Finally, in a last-ditch attempt, the mother entered all of her son’s symptoms, medications, reports, etc. into ChatGPT, and the tool returned the correct diagnosis.

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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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Award of Merit Office/Retail/Mixed-Use: 63 Las Vegas

ENR Construction

Ready to host the flocks of visitors that continually stream into the city, 63 Las Vegas provides space for 12 tenants in individually built spaces within a four-story core and shell building.

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Kalahari Resorts invests $900M to build Virginia water park

Construction Dive

Hensel Phelps broke ground this month on the 1.38-million-square-foot hospitality project in Spotsylvania County.

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What to Expect at Autodesk University 2023

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In 2023, we are hosting Autodesk University in Las Vegas between November 13-15 and covering key topics that can help improve your business. Whether you want to learn about driving your business’s digital transformation or building better resilience through cloud-based solutions and sustainability, you will have plenty to learn and experience at AU 2023.

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One Spruce Peak Project Honored with Project Achievement Award

PC Construction

Last night, PC Construction was one of 17 construction firms recognized nationally by the Construction Management Association of America with a Project Achievement Award. The award, presented for the One Spruce Peak project in Stowe, Vermont, highlights the “best of the best” projects that serve as examples of excellence and innovation in the construction industry.

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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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California's B.F. Sisk Dam's $1B Expansion Sets Off

ENR Construction

The B.F. Sisk Dam Raise and Reservoir Expansion Project will add 130,000 acre-ft of storage space to the San Luis Reservoir.

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Lendlease, Google kill $15B Bay Area project

Construction Dive

Citing current market conditions, the Australian construction giant said both companies agreed the development was no longer mutually beneficial.

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Mastering blindside waterproofing: A proactive, integrated approach

Construction Specifier

Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger. By Julia H. Schofield, PE, Sam S. Zalok, PE, and John N. Karras, PE The practice of blindside waterproofing, where the membrane is pre-applied to an excavation support system outboard of the concrete foundation wall, has a decades-long history of use on commercial building projects, and yet it is not uncommon for contemporary projects to experience unwelcomed surprises at the time of a building’s waterproofing installation.

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The Clear Solution: How Glass Protects Our Schools

BD+C

The Clear Solution: How Glass Protects Our Schools 1 kcichowicz Fri, 11/03/2023 - 09:55 In addition to creating inviting, light-filled spaces that are conducive to learning, glass also provides safety & security in today’s schools.

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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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Across-the-Board Gains in October Boost Construction Jobs Again

ENR Construction

Specialty trade contractors added 14,200 jobs overall, with residential specialty trade contractors added the majority of new positions, with 10,000 overall.

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The Dotted Line: Why the Amazon noose lawsuit is ‘a big deal’

Construction Dive

Construction attorneys say the litigation to hold an owner and its contractors accountable for jobsite hate symbols could have broader implications.

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Enhancing Home Aesthetics: Creative Transom Window Treatments

CivilJungle

Transom Window Treatments A transom window treatment separates the door from the windows above, allowing additional light to enter your home when exterior windows are placed above. Windows are usually rectangular, placed horizontally, and divided with trim.

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3 fundamental steps to crafting the ideal branch

BD+C

3 fundamental steps to crafting the ideal branch 0 qpurcell Thu, 11/02/2023 - 10:16 Designers Jared Monce, AIA, Architect, Design Collaborative, shares three guidelines when designing branches for financial institutions. Jared Monce, AIA Designers Interior Architecture Reconstruction & Renovation Retail branches, as the public face for financial organizations in the community, can be on their greatest assets.

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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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Georgia Power Inks Deal To Turn 8 Million Tons of Coal Ash Into Cement

ENR Construction

Utility's latest agreement with Utah-based materials firm brings the total amount of fly ash to be harvested from two closed power plants to 17 million tons.

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AECOM to pay $11.8M to settle Katrina relief allegations

Construction Dive

The Justice Department alleged that the Dallas-based contractor violated the False Claims Act during its hurricane recovery work in New Orleans.

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Choosing the Right Teflon Tape for Gas Pipes: A Comprehensive Guide

CivilJungle

What Teflon Tape to Use on Gas Pipe? If you always need to join a dryer, you will have to project with a gas pipe and a few materials.