Construction Dive
JANUARY 2, 2025
From 2000 to 2022, global construction productivity improved only 10%, just one-fifth the rate of the overall economy, write McKinsey & Co. partners.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JANUARY 3, 2025
We are witnessing a remarkable transformation driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation. While these advancements promise to enhance efficiency and speed, business owners must recognize the enduring importance of soft skills in their teams for long-term success and competitiveness. The construction industry has also experienced a significant transformation in recent years, driven by technological advancements.
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Contractor Magazine
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Which way is the construction market heading in the coming year, and what are the chief economic factors that might affect mechanical contractors?
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 31, 2024
Construction Target Costing is a method used to shape repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build outcomes and process design to deliver customer value within specific constraints. Despite its effectiveness, it is seldom utilized by public sector real property owners. To effectively implement Construction Target Costing, several key elements must be considered: 1.
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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.
Safety Services Company
DECEMBER 31, 2024
When Mohawk Industries , the worlds largest flooring manufacturer, decided to join ISNetworld, it set a clear signal to contractors nationwide: working with them now requires meeting compliance standards outlined by ISN. For contractors, this presents both an opportunity and a challenge. If youre already working with Mohawk Industries or are looking to work with them in the future, youll need to ensure compliance with Mohawk Industries on ISNetworld.
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PC Construction
JANUARY 3, 2025
The PC team recently wrapped up a 3,000-square-foot renovation to the existing Emergency Department at the University of Vermont Medical Center (UVMMC). The goal of the project was to construct a dedicated pediatric space within the Emergency Department and incorporate significant upgrades to maximize patient comfort and enhance staff amenities. PC built five new whimsically-themed pediatric examination rooms and a secured waiting space dedicated to pediatric patients.
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Far too often task orders for preventive maintenance are inefficient due to poor process and a lack of cost visibility/management. A task order is a miniature contract that is used to define a project’s scope, cost, schedule, and to determine the obligations of the parties to the agreement1. It is an order for products or services associated with a main general contract that sets out the basic stipulations of a business agreement, in this case a preventive and routine maintenance contract.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Boost Construction Performance with Technology Learn how technology can solve challenges, improve efficiency, and secure a competitive edge. mhodges Mon, 12/30/2024 - 08:20 How to Leverage Technology for Improved Performance in the Construction Industry The construction industry is experiencing a pivotal moment in digital transformation, facing persistent challenges threatening efficiency and growth.
ENR Construction
JANUARY 3, 2025
President Joe Biden cites US Defense Production Act and "credible evidence" that Japanese competitor "might take action that threatens to impair the national security" of the country.
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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 Dive
JANUARY 3, 2025
Crews will start preconstruction on Jan. 7, and demolition of the remnants of the collapsed span will begin in the spring.
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 3, 2025
The DoD’s reliance on “RSMeans “for FSRM (Facilities Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization) cost management, despite the availability of current and verifiable local cost data , likely stems from several historical and institutional factors: 1. Historical Precedent and Familiarity RSMeans has been a longstanding standard in construction cost estimation.
Contractor Magazine
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Which way is the construction market heading in the coming year, and what are the chief economic factors that might affect mechanical contractors?
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 29, 2024
A $45 million New York initiative is developing a diverse pipeline of skilled workers to meet the clean energy sectors projected workforce needs.
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 Dive
JANUARY 2, 2025
A group of five women won the organization’s annual design-build competition by submitting the best bid on an imaginary airport project.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 30, 2024
See Why Professionals Trust DEWALT POWERSHIFT Hear the first-hand accounts mhodges Mon, 12/30/2024 - 08:38 These users have experienced the epic power, performance and runtime of the DEWALT POWERSHIFT Cordless Equipment System. See how its transforming jobsites by making their work easier and more efficient. Click here to watch the video.
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 3, 2025
Sustianable construction prerequisites for improving cost, schedule, quality, and satisfaction outcomes deserve greater focus. First, let’s define sustainable construction. In this context Sustainable Construction is the practice of planning, designing, building, and operating buildings and physical infrastructure in an environmentally and financially responsible way, involving, but not limited to: Using robust, integrated Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Frameworks Minimizing w
ENR Construction
JANUARY 3, 2025
The jury assigned fault to several companies connected to the developer.
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Construction Dive
JANUARY 2, 2025
A newly released fact sheet by the commission explains how employers may approach and use wearable technology, like smart watches, in the workplace.
Construction Dive
JANUARY 2, 2025
Businesses should prepare for wide-ranging impacts stemming from a new presidential administration, including the need to revamp supply chains and cost structures.
Construction Dive
JANUARY 3, 2025
Despite a boom in data center projects, construction momentum has slowed due in part to elevated financing costs, according to ABC's chief economist.
Construction Dive
JANUARY 2, 2025
Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.
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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.
Construction Dive
JANUARY 2, 2025
Alongside a new service and inspection facility, the construction team will build 5 miles of electrified track.
Construction Dive
JANUARY 3, 2025
Apartment completions rose 13.6% year over year, markedly lower than the 61% YOY increase in October, while permits jumped.
ENR Construction
JANUARY 3, 2025
Officials say required safety precautions could have prevented the death of the unidentified 44-year-old crew manager.
ENR Construction
JANUARY 3, 2025
AI analysis of real-time video imagery is offering benefits not just for detecting workers in unsafe conditions but automatically logging delivery and installation of materials and equipment on site.
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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.
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 31, 2024
Construction is more than halfway complete on $3B worth of new lines in Delhi region.
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Commonwealth Fusion will locate 400-MW facility at Richmond-area site, aiming to secure permits next year and operate by the early 2030s, backed by private investment and some multi government funding support
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 30, 2024
ENR editor Tom Sawyer traveled extensively for ENR to project sites, disaster areas and war zones far afield and close to home.
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