Lets Build
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
For many people, construction projects are synonymous with uncertainty. And who can blame them when short and long-term schedules change overnight, material orders are getting canceled without any notice and valuable information from the site never reaches the right people. Add to the mix unforeseen situations, like the COVID-19 outbreak, or extreme weather phenomena and you get the idea.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Hands are the most used tools in the workplace, making their protection from on-the-job hazards critically important to maintaining employee productivity. Hand dangers are around every corner.
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Construction Cost Estimating
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Various sorts of drawings are utilized in development, for example, architectural drawings, auxiliary, electrical, plumbing and finishing drawings. These drawings give design plans and subtleties to development of every single piece of the structure. Drawings assumes a significant job in the development field to pass on the philosophies and viewpoint of the architect to the layman at site.
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
How to Adjust Subcontractor & Site Visitor Policies in COVID-19. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 09/10/2020 - 14:53. One of the best ways to control the spread of COVID-19 on your construction project jobsites is by knowing exactly who is on-site and why. Here's a few tips to control the risk and keep your employees safe.
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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.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
The selection of good quality coarse aggregate is essential for the production of concrete that meets the desired strength and durability.
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Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Construction cost estimating is critical to the success of any repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build, and the consistent achievement of best value outcomes. Levels of Construction Cost Estimates. The are many levels of construction cost estimates based upon a “project” life-cycle. A project could involve repair, renovation, maintenance, or a new build.
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
6 Steps to Prevent Substance Abuse in Your Workforce. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 09/09/2020 - 10:05. For the past 2 decades, the construction industry has experienced a steady decline in both recordable injuries and lost workday cases. Yet, the rate of serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs) has remained steady without an associated decrease. Many company owners, operational leaders and safety professionals wonder aloud at why and how these SIFs continue to occur in their companies despite the expan
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 6, 2020
Construction Engineer’s main job is to supervise the construction operations. To manage the job, he or she would require an understanding of.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Roofing contractor made the decision to move to the cloud to better manage its growing business operations.
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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.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Any organization can consistently assure best value outcomes for facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds. All the tools and support services are readily available. Robust processes have been proven and available for decades and have now evolved into full solution frameworks for improving construction productivity. Integrating People, Process, Information, and Technology with a framework that combines and standardizes Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery maximizes early
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Using VR to Increase Resiliency in a Remote-Work Environment. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 09/11/2020 - 15:01. This year has upended many of the methods contractors have relied on to complete work for decades. Suddenly, business owners and project management teams are having to think about every single person who comes on and off the jobsite on any given day.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) have amassed a massive following in the construction industry within a very short period of time.
FDR Safety
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
The past several months have been as chaotic as any. Between healthcare employees facing a pandemic, firefighters and first responders battling wildfires, and skilled trade workers restoring order in communities impacted by multiple hurricanes, 2020 has simply been brutal. While everyone above deserves to be recognized and applauded for their efforts, they also need to be kept safe.
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.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Improving facilities and maintenance outcomes begins with a strategic review of objectives and alignment with integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery processes. Build preeminent performance improvement capabilities driven by information and shared knowledge. Clear, well-communicated goals and objectives are critical. They, when combined with integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery processes are the proven pathway to best value outcomes.
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Using Collaborative VR to Increase Resiliency in a Remote-Work World. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 09/11/2020 - 15:01. This year has upended many of the methods contractors have relied on to complete work for decades. Suddenly, business owners and project management teams are having to think about every single person who comes on and off the jobsite on any given day.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Soft flooring, also known as resilient flooring, acts as a secondary floor to any type of hard flooring and has a high elasticity level. The addition.
Green Building Law Update
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
In 2020 when science and politics appear to have collided in a car wreck, confidence of the public in scientists is at an all time low. That observed, the public does not often think about the role courts have in accepting scientific theories. Last week Maryland’s highest court drew attention to this vital unsettled matter nationwide when it adopted a new evidentiary standard for scientific testimony.
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.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic is fundamentally shifting the way people around the world live and work. While essential services such as construction have continued to operate, how we build has evolved. For many owners, prefabrication is playing an increasingly important role during the pandemic by enhancing safety and providing cost and schedule certainty. .
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
6 Steps to Prevent Substance Misuse in Your Workforce. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 09/09/2020 - 10:05. What you need to consider and the steps to take to protect your construction team members from substance abuse—alcohol, opioids, marijuana and more—and how doing so will help their mental well-being.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
The 4940 m long Bogibeel bridge is currently the longest rail-road bridge in India. It is built on the mighty Brahmaputra river in Assam, 17 km away.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
While strides have been taken in the switch to hybrid and all-electric drive, creating autonomous transport is proving hard to perfect, according to an article on the Volvo CE website. Because of this, the move to autonomous machines will not be a case of replacing an operator with a machine.
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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.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
As part of its commitment over the next decade to develop master-planned communities on land it owns around California’s Silicon Valley, Google recently unveiled its proposal to build between 1,675 and 1,850 new housing units within a 40-acre redevelopment to create a new transit-oriented village in the East Whisman area of Mountain View, Google’s headquarters city.
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
A Case for Bringing Private Bidding Processes to Public Projects. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 09/10/2020 - 09:25. Looking to enter the public sector in the near future? The answer to establishing your firm as a competitive bidder on infrastructure and other public projects may be tech. Here's why.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Matrimandir (meaning: mother’s temple) is a golden spherical structure that appears to be emerging out of the earth, signifying the birth of a new.
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Mississippi remains at the forefront of the nation’s aerospace industry as leading, innovative companies continue to grow in the state, creating the high-tech, in-demand jobs of the future. - Read: Aerospace Industry Innovators Propelled To New Heights In Mississippi at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Private contractors operating crawler dozers have been helping manage the current spate of wildfires in California, reports the Wall Street Journal (link requires registration).
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
A Case for Bringing Private Bidding Processes to Public Projects. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 09/10/2020 - 09:25. Looking to enter the public sector in the near future? The answer to establishing your firm as a competitive bidder on infrastructure and other public projects may be tech. Here's why.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 6, 2020
Further to my article “Safety – a very first tool of a Construction Engineer,” I want to talk about Quality as another priority a.
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