Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Withstanding the Storms: Why Building Codes Matter ccapoccia Mon, 09/23/2024 - 13:09 Around the U.S., millions of homes and businesses are at risk of severe weather or wildfire. In 2023, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) reported that severe weather and climate disasters caused $95.1 billion in damages.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
5 lessons in water mitigation for mass timber projects 0 qpurcell Thu, 09/26/2024 - 12:08 Mass Timber Sustainability leaders from Skanska, RDH, and Polygon share five tips for successful water mitigation in mass timber construction. Dean Lewis, Graham Finch, and David Simkins Contractors Mass Timber Moisture Protection Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Mass timber has gained popularity as a building material praised for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal.
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Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
The construction giant leveraged a physical crane attachment that employs sensors and anticipates weight shifts to put 10,000-pound formwork slabs in place accurately and safely.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
How AI-Driven Excavation Leads to Faster, Safer Infrastructure Projects ccapoccia Thu, 09/26/2024 - 08:31 AI is an invaluable resource when utilized during construction planning stages. Discover how tech makes an impact on excavation and infrastructure projects.
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Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Fraud can be a significant threat to businesses of all sizes in any industry. Construction companies are not spared and are even more vulnerable to various fraudulent activities, from bid rigging and inflated costs to payroll fraud and misuse of funds. Many small business owners have become increasingly concerned about fraud after the pandemic. According to SAP Concur (An expense management solutions company), a staggering 85% of businesses surveyed expect the risk of fraud to continue.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
A $1.2-million project to install a bird-friendly film on windows at Lakeside Center in Chicago is completed ahead of the fall migratory bird season.
Building Radar
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Businesses must consistently find ways to improve efficiency and boost conversions in the construction sales. One critical component that can significantly impact success is the lead qualification process. A well-organized, efficient qualification system allows sales teams to focus on high-potential leads, ultimately driving higher conversion rates and more revenue.
NH Construction Law
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
In 1983, Congress authorized the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) program, requiring the U.S. Department of Transportation to ensure that at least 10% of funding for federally-assisted highway and transit projects is set aside for businesses at least 51%-owned and controlled by “socially and economically disadvantaged” individuals.
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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
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Bridging the Labor Gap ccapoccia Fri, 09/27/2024 - 13:16 The construction sector is facing an alarming deficit of workers. However, the shortages are pushing businesses to rethink their recruitment strategies, and those willing to adapt will continue to thrive and scale. Learn more from Bluebeam's Steve Smith.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
See how switching to a digital construction supply chain can boost your productivity and profits.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
ROBUST PRACTICES IMPROVE SUSTAINABLE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT OF BUILDINGS Sustainable lifecycle building management requires: – Integrated Planning, Procurement, and Project Management Teams – Owner Leadership, Capacity, and Commitment – Common Data Environment – (Example: Objective, Current, Granular, and Locally Researched Labor, Material, and Equipment Costs and Tasks) – Adoption and Continuous Improvement of robust Integrated Project Delivery frameworks, including
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Touchplan, a production planning platform, captured data from over 321,000 scheduled tasks over the past year to compile the reasons.
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.
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Promote to rotator No Rotator Image Status of webinar Featured Understanding the regulations & running a safe fleet Thu, 10/17/2024 - 12:00 2:00 p.m. Central As a construction company, your employees may drive a variety of “commercial vehicles,” which means that even though you’re not a trucking company, you are subject to the Department of Transportation regulations, and also the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association regulations if your vehicles require a CDL to operate.
Construction Marketing
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
For the last 50 years, U.S. cities have undergone dramatic transformations in response to economic cycles, population growth, and shifts in consumer demand. A recent StorageCafe study did a comprehensive review of real estate activity from 1980 to 2023 , spanning residential, commercial, industrial, and self storage sectors. While construction activity has surged nationwide, certain sectors and regions have outpaced others.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The Benefits of Collaborative Job Order Contracting far exceed the traditional JOC Programs and their sole focus upon procurement. Most current JOC Programs focus exclusively on procuring construction services faster. As a result, they fail to provide the major benefits afforded by a collaborative approach and the use of objective, current, and verifiable labor, material, and equipment cost and task information, including… Enablement and support of change management Support for contin
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Cannabis use is illegal in just four states but remains prohibited at the federal level. Lawyers say navigating the issue in construction demands a clear-eyed approach.
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.
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
CONTRACTOR looks at current state of the regulatory environment and what it means for plumbing contractors.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
BSL conversions: A cost-efficient method to support high-containment research 0 dbarista Thu, 09/26/2024 - 10:29 Laboratories Some institutions are creating flexible lab spaces that can operate at a BSL-2 and modulate up to a BSL-3 when the need arises. Here are key aspects to consider when accommodating a rapid modulation between BSL-2 and BSL-3 space.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
As construction groups and leaders look ahead to the Nov. 5 elections, they see questions and uncertainty.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
The project includes program management services at three Long Island Rail Road stations, according to the release.
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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.
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The acclaimed docuseries—fresh from winning three Telly Awards—is back with an international perspective.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Using Specialty Glazing Central to Achieve Safer School Design 1 kcichowicz Mon, 09/23/2024 - 12:22 Three schools offer examples of how specialty glazing, such as security- and fire-rated glass, can be used to achieve safer school design. According to a report from Glass Magazine, in the last year, 83 percent of surveyed glaziers were involved in projects that used fire-rated glass and 73 percent had installed ballistic-rated glass.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
By Lawrence E. Keenan, AIA, PE Photo courtesy Hoffman Architects + Engineers The rhythmic thumping of car tires across a garage deck is the hallmark of a precast double-tee parking garage and a familiar part of modern life. Precast garages have become the most common form of free-standing parking structure across the United States. That most people can immediately recognize this cadenced sound is a testament to these structures’ adaptability and widespread use.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Total groundbreakings climbed 6% during the last month of the summer, according to Dodge Construction Network.
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ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador declared more than 200 sq miles including the facility to be a protected natural area.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Generative AI can bolster innovation in construction industry 0 qpurcell Tue, 09/24/2024 - 10:48 AEC Tech Jeff Danley, Associate Technology and Innovation Consultant at Burns & McDonnell, suggests several solutions generative AI could have within the construction industry. Jeff Danley Contractors AEC Tech The past year has seen a wave of layoffs across the tech sector, but technologists, computer scientists, and software engineers have a new skip in their step.
Building Radar
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Having a robust and optimized sales process can significantly boost lead conversions in the construction sales. By streamlining how your team qualifies, engages, and follows up with leads, you can improve your chances of turning prospects into high-value clients. This article explores three actionable ways to enhance lead conversions and how tools like Building Radar can support your efforts.
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