Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 15, 2024
How the Opioid Crisis Impacts the Construction Industry ccapoccia Mon, 01/15/2024 - 16:50 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports the number of overdose deaths in the U.S. has more than doubled in the past five years. Over 105,000 Americans died from all overdoses in calendar year 2022, and approximately 70% of all overdose deaths in the U.S. are attributed to opioids.
Construction Dive
JANUARY 16, 2024
From railways to bridges to levees, these civil jobs with price tags in the billions will advance this year.
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Construction Today
JANUARY 15, 2024
The field of road construction is on the cusp of a revolution, driven by a surge in innovative technologies and materials. As our societies grapple with challenges like climate change, urbanization, and the need for sustainable infrastructure, these advancements offer promising solutions. From eco-friendly pavements to smart technology integration, the future of road construction is aligning with… Source The post 5 Innovations Revolutionizing Road Construction appeared first on Const
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 18, 2024
2024 Commercial Construction Cost Trends continue downward. Non-residential construction costs declined again for the third month in a row. Although costs remain 1.6% higher than one year ago, the downward trend is expected to continue. via Four BT, LLC – Objective, local market granular cost data to enable cost visibility and cost managment for repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction.
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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.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JANUARY 19, 2024
Mastering the right tone is critical when connecting and communicating with people in the construction business. Whether you're writing an email, making a phone call, or meeting in person, how you present yourself can make all the difference in building strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and partners. Research suggests that as much as 93% of communication is non-verbal , so it's unsurprising that the tone and meaning of emails and messages are misinterpreted as much as half the time.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 19, 2024
Annual recurring revenue is that sweet, sweet, repeatable profit to even out the peaks and valleys of project-based work. What are other 2024 trends?
The Constructor
JANUARY 19, 2024
Plastering concrete surfaces is a critical component of construction that involves the application of lean mortar to enhance not only the visual aesthetics but also the durability and structural integrity of the surface. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the intricacies of plastering concrete surfaces, encompassing various methods applicable to different types of concrete […] The post Plastering Concrete Surfaces – Methods and Procedure appeared first on The Constructor.
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 15, 2024
Agile facilities management is required in order to address growing deferred maintenance across all public sectors. The constant cry that more dollars would solve the major deferred maintenance issues facing all public sector department and agencies is false. In reality the efficacy of spending precious dollars on facilities repair and maintenance is often overlooked, and the process of sustaining physical infrastructure has little true oversight.
Construction Dive
JANUARY 18, 2024
The semiconductor giant’s plan to import workers from Taiwan sparked strong opposition from the Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 15, 2024
Promote to rotator No Rotator Image Status of webinar Upcoming explore ways to streamline your construction company’s financial operations. Thu, 02/22/2024 - 12:00 1:00 p.m. Central Construction business finances are complex, with multiple budgets for different job sites, lots of employees who need corporate cards, and complex systems to calculate cash flow.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 17, 2024
As an owner, you face tough decisions every day. What capital projects should you invest in? How do you balance immediate needs against long-term objectives? Which projects should be prioritized when every update, repair, or expansion seems critical? And with the state of the economy—i.e., fraught with rising costs, material challenges, and labor struggles—the pressure to answer these questions correctly becomes even greater.
Contractor Magazine
JANUARY 16, 2024
Collectively, contractors experienced an uptick in optimism during the holiday season.
Construction Dive
JANUARY 19, 2024
December’s rebound after three down months signaled “the planning queue is stabilizing,” according to Dodge’s chief economist.
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.
ENR Construction
JANUARY 15, 2024
The Osage Nation wants the complete removal of the wind farm, power lines and infrastructure, which could cost the energy company upwards of $300 million.
Safety Services Company
JANUARY 17, 2024
As the winter season sets in, it’s possible you will face unique challenges due to harsh weather conditions on your construction sites. Each year, weather delays 45% of construction projects, leading to a loss of revenue. Along with these challenges, acquiring proper qualifications and certifications is crucial for ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 18, 2024
Infrastructure investment has become a cornerstone for economic growth and development in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. However, as the construction sector continues to expand in many countries, there is a growing awareness of its environmental consequences. There is a significant need for change. Our latest white paper, ‘Building Net Zero and The Role of Data in Green Construction’ , investigates the current landscape for sustainability in construction across APAC – as well as potential solut
Construction Dive
JANUARY 16, 2024
Confidence in securing new work jumped for the second consecutive month, fueled by the expectation of rate cuts, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
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ENR Construction
JANUARY 16, 2024
A 22-km crossing links Mumbai with a satellite city.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 19, 2024
Photos courtesy AVL Systems Inc. By Charles Carrender In architectural design, the most successful projects are those that prioritize and optimize the occupant experience. How people engage and interact with a space is a direct result of how well the space is designed to perform in relation to its intended use. The way sound behaves (or, in some cases, does not behave) inside a commercial space makes it one of the most impactful elements on people within that space.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 18, 2024
While no one can predict the future with 100% accuracy, we can make an educated guess on what will happen in 2024 in the construction industry. For the next year and beyond, we anticipate that construction project complexity will continue to increase, especially with the on-going labor crunch and supply chain uncertainty. And thanks to a recent KPMG survey , we also know that the large majority of owners (87%) report that their projects are coming under greater scrutiny.
Construction Dive
JANUARY 17, 2024
Energy-harvesting glass, self-driving excavators and modified wood that’s stronger than steel shared the spotlight in Las Vegas last week.
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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.
ENR Construction
JANUARY 17, 2024
Some of the technologies being developed with the grants , ranging from subsurface sensors to microtunneling robots, could have construction applications beyond grid projects.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 18, 2024
By Paul Johannesson As climate change is anticipated, bringing with it an uncertain future, the construction industry needs to seriously consider the preparedness and the proven performance levels of buildings. It also needs to ensure the “large membrane” that separates the exterior environment from the interior environment, also known as the building envelope, is up to the task.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 17, 2024
On this week's episode of Digital Builder, we have something special in store! Long-time listeners will know that I ask most of our guests which tool they’ll bring to every project that they work on. Today we’re releasing a mashup of some of those answers. Watch the episode now You can also listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Google Podcasts , YouTube , and anywhere else you get your podcasts.
Construction Dive
JANUARY 16, 2024
Despite the sustained cost moderation, some sticker shock could return in 2024, ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu said.
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ENR Construction
JANUARY 15, 2024
With deadlines approaching, the draft bill would avert a federal government shutdown.
BD+C
JANUARY 19, 2024
How to strengthen office design as employees return to work 0 qpurcell Fri, 01/19/2024 - 11:54 Office Buildings Adam James, AIA, Senior Architect, Design Collaborative, shares office design tips for the increasingly dynamic workplace. Adam James, AIA Office Buildings Headquarters Designers Engineers Architects The workplace has never been more dynamic in change than what we see today—work from home, hybrid, fully in office, not to mention the question, “is the large open floor plan dead?
The Korte Company
JANUARY 19, 2024
177,726 square feet. A two-story addition. Multi-phased Design-Build. Those are a few easy ways to sum up our recent work for The Hershey Company. But all minimize the cutting-edge construction software that made this not-so-straightforward job in Robinson, Illinois possible — and the first of its kind in Korte history. Hershey first built their original Hershey Gateway packaging and processing facility in the 1950s.
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