Construction Industry Trends: July 2024 Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 9, 2024
Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 9, 2024
Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 11, 2024
Shore Up Safety: Prevent Trenching & Excavation Disasters ccapoccia Thu, 07/11/2024 - 14:40 From my perspective as a director of safety services, trenching and excavation incidents are no accident. They result from failing to recognize — and take necessary precautions to guard against — the danger trenches pose to workers. Yet each year as construction projects ramp up, we see an uptick in trench-related injuries and deaths.
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Construction Superintendent Magazine
JULY 8, 2024
The construction industry added 27,000 jobs on net in June, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has increased by 235,000 jobs, an increase of 2.9%. Nonresidential construction employment increased by 21,200 positions on net, with growth in all three subcategories.
Construction Dive
JULY 9, 2024
The code update will affect the definition of a major building and how many permits a superintendent can be involved with at one time, according to former DOB assistant commissioner Peter Amato.
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Contractor Bookkeeping
JULY 12, 2024
Starting a construction business without a plan is like setting sail without a compass. While you might eventually reach your destination, the journey will likely be longer and more challenging. A well-constructed business plan is essential for guiding your business toward success. Here's why It Clarifies Your Vision A business plan helps you articulate the vision for your enterprise.
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ENR Construction
JULY 9, 2024
Funding deal will push forward two-decade-plus effort to build barriers and take other steps to prevent invasive species migration into the key U.S. shipping and recreation hub.
BD+C
JULY 8, 2024
Can a VR-enabled AEC firm transform your project? 0 qpurcell Mon, 07/08/2024 - 09:59 Virtual Reality With the aid of virtual reality and three-dimensional visualization technologies, designers, consultants, and their clients can envision a place as though the project were in a later stage. Sydney Unnerstall, Marketing Coordinator Contractors Designers Engineers Architects BIM and Information Technology Virtual Reality Take a moment to picture yourself entering your new building for the first tim
Construction Law
JULY 12, 2024
Glasgow City Council has launched a public consultation on Tall Buildings in the City in response to an increasing number of them being built and planned. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.
Construction Dive
JULY 8, 2024
As labor shortages and lack of skilled workers loom, one MEP Contractor creates pathways to ease project takeovers and meet critical deadlines.
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
JULY 8, 2024
Nominate Outstanding Women in Construction 2024 Recognizing today's leading construction professionals mhodges Mon, 07/08/2024 - 14:54 Construction Business Owner (CBO) Magazine is thrilled to announce the opening of nominations for our annual celebration of some of the most hardworking professionals in the industry — our special section to honor Outstanding Women in Construction (OWIC).
Job Order Contracting
JULY 7, 2024
GSA PBS JOC Program Management Audit – Issues Continue: The General Services Administration (GSA) Public Buildings Service (PBS) has faced scrutiny and criticism in the past for various financial and management issues, including those related to Job Order Contracting (JOC) programs. Financial Management Issues Budget Overruns : There have been instances where projects managed by GSA PBS exceeded their budget estimates, leading to increased costs and financial inefficiencies.
Construction Today
JULY 11, 2024
The construction industry is at the forefront of a technological revolution, and nowhere is this more evident than in the rise of smart homes and buildings. These structures leverage advanced technologies to create more efficient, comfortable, and sustainable living and working environments. Here’s a comprehensive look at the 10 key innovations driving this transformation: The Internet… Source The post The Top 10 Smart Home and Building Innovations appeared first on Construction Tod
Construction Dive
JULY 8, 2024
Momentum for these projects has escalated again, fueled by institutional investment and strong underlying fundamentals, according to a recent CBRE report.
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Construction Business Owner
JULY 11, 2024
What You Stand to Gain From Mentorship Programs ccapoccia Thu, 07/11/2024 - 10:54 Mentorship has direct impacts on a career. Your business can benefit from implementing or participating in a mentorship program for your workforce.
Contractor Magazine
JULY 12, 2024
Overall construction input prices are 1.1% higher than a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 0.7% higher.
ENR Construction
JULY 11, 2024
The startup has seen its construction progress documentation and machine learning-based schedule analyzer technology used on large, complex projects around the globe.
Construction Dive
JULY 10, 2024
Builders have fared well so far this year despite high interest rates, rising prices and emerging weakness in the broader economy, according to ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu.
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
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JULY 12, 2024
Construction input prices fell 0.3% in June compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data. Nonresidential construction input prices declined 0.4% for the month. Overall construction input prices are 1.1% higher than a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 0.7% higher.
Construction Law
JULY 12, 2024
Collateral warranties are not construction contracts and cannot be the subject of adjudications, the Supreme Court has ruled. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.
ENR Construction
JULY 10, 2024
The companies will continue to develop systems that use the lifting of large composite blocks and the pumping of water to store potential energy for later power generation.
Construction Dive
JULY 10, 2024
Negotiations between local unions and contractors did not yield an agreement, but Hensel Phelps and the project owner say they’re dedicated to hiring local, disadvantaged businesses.
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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
JULY 9, 2024
International property and construction consultancy firm Rider Levett Bucknall has released its latest Quarterly Cost Report, providing an eye-opening perspective on the North American construction industry in 14 key markets. The latest RLB quarterly cost report, with data current to mid-Q2 2024, shows that the national average increase in construction costs was 1.12% over the previous quarter.
Construction Law
JULY 12, 2024
Water regulator Ofwat proposes cuts to water company’s infrastructure investment plans over the next five years by some £16 billion, at the same time as announcing that new funding models will be used in procurement of what is still a giant programme of £88 billion. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.
ENR Construction
JULY 9, 2024
Clayco is building 1.4-million-sq-ft Indiana plant to produce wet-process lithium-ion battery separators for EV batteries with conditionally awarded Energy Dept. loan, officials announced July 9.
Construction Dive
JULY 8, 2024
Nearly 150 road, rail, transit and port projects will receive discretionary grant funds from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity, or RAISE, program.
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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?
BD+C
JULY 9, 2024
AIA’24: Colorful and Creative Metal Cladding 1 kcichowicz Tue, 07/09/2024 - 10:08 Missed us at AIA? Join Petersen’s Rob Heselbarth in the booth for a closer look at the wide range of colors and creative uses of PAC-CLAD products.
Construction Law
JULY 12, 2024
Housebuilder Avant Homes has been fined more than £300,000 after a driver was crushed to death by falling concrete blocks at a construction site in South Lanarkshire. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.
ENR Construction
JULY 11, 2024
AI will speed up our ability to run projects and address issues. It will also help people concentrate on becoming better builders, rather than simply learning systems.
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