ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Departments of Transportation in North Carolina and Tennessee are still assessing the extensive damages from Hurricane Helene, forecasting a months-long effort to repair hard-hit critical arteries such as Interstate 40.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Work stoppages across East and Gulf Coast ports may cause product shortages, price hikes and delivery issues, construction experts say.
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Building Radar
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Winning high-value projects depends on more than just having a great sales team—it’s about identifying the right opportunities early and filtering out unqualified leads. An effective lead qualification process helps sales teams focus on the prospects that are most likely to convert, saving time and maximizing resources. By incorporating advanced technologies like AI, companies can optimize their lead qualification efforts, improving efficiency and driving revenue growth.
Construction Marketing
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Securing funding is one of the most crucial steps when starting or expanding a business. However, deciding on the right financing type can significantly impact immediate operations and future growth. As such, business owners must weigh various factors to determine the best fit between short-term and long-term funding. Read on to learn how to finance a business with either short-term or long-term financing.
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For construction businesses, scaling operations means taking on greater workloads. Unfortunately, much of the responsibility of managing additional work falls on you and your finance team. Learn how you can navigate the increased complexity of managing more projects without adding headcount. We’re here to share insights into why technology is key to scaling your finance operations.
Levelset
OCTOBER 1, 2024
October is Careers in Construction Month, a time to celebrate the vital role construction professionals play in our communities. The construction industry continues to face a well-documented workforce shortage, with an estimated 546,000 additional workers needed to meet demand in 2024. Why a Career in Construction is More Than Just a Job A fulfilling career in construction goes beyond earning a paycheck.
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Construction Superintendent Magazine
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Construction employment increased in 39 states in August from a year earlier, while 27 states and the District of Columbia added construction jobs between July and August, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said that tight labor market conditions are making it hard for firms to find enough workers to hire.
Construction Law
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Guest Editor Daniel Warren of DLA Piper UK LLP finds a key lesson learned from the Covid pandemic was the importance of properly negotiated and understood force majeure clauses. The pandemic proved the value of collaborative approaches. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law. If you have a subscription please log in to read the rest of the story.
BD+C
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Visual Indication Trims Can Increase Patient Privacy & Medical Safety 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/01/2024 - 11:28 Visual indication trims display a door’s status and can be specified throughout the built environment to support privacy and medical safety. In health care settings, the use of visual indication trims on the door lock largely supports privacy for both patients and providers.
Construction Today
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Mini excavators have become indispensable tools for both construction and utility work. Their compact size allows for precision in delicate tasks, such as digging around underground utilities, where large equipment would be impractical. In recent years, operators have increasingly favored mini excavators for their adaptability across various tasks, particularly in tight or sensitive environments… Source The post CM Labs Revolutionizes Mini Excavator Training with Advanced Simulation Pack a
Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network
In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 1, 2024
How Dash Cams Help Your Construction Company Because Hazards for Construction Companies Aren’t Just on the Jobsite mhodges Tue, 10/01/2024 - 15:26 In a typical group of employees who drive company vehicles, 15 to 20 percent of them will represent 80 percent of the risk. Read that again, because it’s a game changer that should cause construction companies to seriously consider a dual-facing (both driver- and road-facing) dash cam system.
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Improving Multi-Trade Construction Cost Estimates is critical for any CM or real property owner. Depending solely upon historical costs or subcontractor/trades quotes will not provide sufficient cost visibility or cost management capability. Leveraging current, granular, and locally researched labor, material, and equipment cost data enables CMs and real property owners to validate information, thereby improving multi-trade construction cost estimates.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 2, 2024
After several months of cooling, which experts speculate was mostly confined to the residential sector, unfilled positions increased by 138,000 in August.
Contractor Bookkeeping
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Does this sound like you? Maybe you started your company with a few friends and relatives as your earliest clients, and you thought your overhead expenses would be low since you worked out of your home. You made a decent living for yourself, hired a few sub-contractors per project, paid your suppliers, and earned a profit—at least that is what your tax preparer said.
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BD+C
OCTOBER 3, 2024
4 ways AI impacts building design beyond dramatic imagery 0 qpurcell Thu, 10/03/2024 - 07:52 AEC Tech Kristen Forward, Design Technology Futures Leader, NBBJ, shows four ways the firm is using AI to generate value for its clients. Kristen Forward, Design Technology Futures Leader Designers Architects AEC Tech Innovation BIM and Information Technology We’ve all seen them: swoopy, plant-filled architectural renderings that blur the line between imagination and reality.
Contractor Magazine
OCTOBER 4, 2024
The construction unemployment rate increased to 3.7% in September. Unemployment across all industries decreased from 4.2% in August to 4.1% last month.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Contractors can recruit this group of workers with benefits like tuition reimbursement, mental health counseling and even pet insurance, according to an industry executive.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Members will receive $800 a week in maternity benefits for a minimum of 12 weeks, union General President Brent Booker told the Tradeswomen Build Nations conference in New Orleans.
Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader
In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a
BD+C
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Trends in scientific research environments: Q&A with Flad's Matt McCord 0 dbarista Wed, 10/02/2024 - 13:54 Laboratories As part of an ongoing series, Matt McCord, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, Associate Principal with Flad Architects, discusses the future of the scientific workplace. Laboratories Contractors Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Engineers Facility Managers Architects Building Owners As part of an ongoing blog series, Matt McCord, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, Associate
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Steve Panelli, Chief Plumbing Inspector, City and County of San Francisco, and Jeremy Stettler, Coordinator/Inspector, Davis School District, Clearfield, Utah, were elected to second terms as president and vice president, respectively.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Both private and public sectors appear to be benefitting from falling interest rates and a positive outlook for the economy, according to a construction economist.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 28, 2024
What triggered a whistleblower lawsuit that led to damages against a West Virginia-based paving supplier and contractor that is a unit of industry materials giant CRH Americas?
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The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
OCTOBER 4, 2024
The construction industry had 370,000 job openings on the last day of August, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey. JOLTS defines a job opening as any unfilled position for which an employer is actively recruiting. Industry job openings increased by 138,000 last month but are down by 16,000 from the same time last year.
Contractor Magazine
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Industry job openings increased by 138,000 last month but are down by 16,000 from the same time last year.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 3, 2024
The Loper Bright and Corner Post rulings could open the National Environmental Policy Act, OSHA’s heat standard and other regulations to challenges, legal experts say.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Over 16 months, four dams, built between 1903 and 1962, came down as part of a monumental effort to clear 35 river miles in Oregon and California. Project owner, the Klamath River Renewal Corp., describes it as the largest dam removal effort in U.S.—and possibly world—history.
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Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?
Construction Today
OCTOBER 1, 2024
By Shelley Copsey The US construction sector will need to attract more than half a million additional workers to combat the ongoing labor shortage and keep up with today’s ongoing demand. The shortage is heightened by an aging workforce, with more than one in four construction workers aged 55 or older. As experienced workers begin retiring, the industry must find ways to entice the… Source The post AI is Bringing Gen-Z into the Construction Industry, Making Them More Productive, Enga
Building Radar
OCTOBER 2, 2024
The construction industry is undergoing a profound digital transformation, driven by innovations like Artificial Intelligence (AI). One of the most significant breakthroughs is AI’s role in the early identification of construction projects, a critical step for businesses seeking to gain a competitive edge. Early project discovery allows companies to secure valuable contracts and optimize resources, providing a first-mover advantage.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The American building industry has thrived in recent years while growth has eluded contractors in many other countries. Here’s why.
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