Construction Marketing Ideas
JULY 30, 2018
It’s the middle of the summer, and my construction marketing ideas thoughts have been distracted by some forward personal travel planning. Once a year for the past nine years, Google has invited me to California (once to NYC) for a meet-up or summit because of my voluntary contributions on the AdSense Help Forum. There’s a […].
BD+C
AUGUST 2, 2018
Bicycling has become a preferred means of environmentally friendly, fun, and healthy transportation for millions of America’s apartment, condo, and townhouse dwellers. From 2008 to 2017, bicycle ridership in the U.S. grew 40%, from 47 million to 66 million, according to Statistica.com. Couple the dramatic increase in cyclists with the fact that U.S. households are renting at higher rates than at any time in the past 50 years, and multifamily developers and their project teams are left with no ch
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Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 1, 2018
For many businesses in locations with moderate climates, winter is a season that brings fewer jobs and contracts. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Construction companies across the continent have started to discover that this perceived offseason holds a different set of opportunities. Some business owners have found that cold-weather services—like snow and ice removal—help maintain consistent cash flow throughout the year.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 1, 2018
Here in Portland, Ore., where Viewpoint headquarters is located, retrofitting buildings for earthquakes is a big topic of conversation — even if building owners aren’t yet scrambling to implement upgrades. If you don’t live on the West Coast, earthquakes probably aren’t exactly top of mind. But even if that’s the case, you’ve likely heard something about the impending “Big One” that The New Yorker reported on in 2015 which is expected to cause significant damage in the Pacific Northwest.
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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 Marketing
JULY 30, 2018
Have you ever watched a building come down? I’ve seen everything from a neighborhood of large block tenement buildings blown up, to a small cottage being crunched by a bulldozer in an hour. It’s kind of exciting in many ways, and rather distressing in others. What’s exciting is the power of our machinery to move that much material in such a short amount of time.
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Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 2, 2018
While it is not possible to fully predict when each hurricane will occur, contractors can prepare for all hurricanes with a documented and well-rehearsed contingency plan. Your guide to constructing a strong contingency plan for hurricane season.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 1, 2018
Earthquake Retrofit Requirements.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 3, 2018
LEAN Job Order Contracting. Comes to New Mexico! Allied States Cooperative / 4BT OpenJOCTM Framework. Isn’t it time you stopped the waste, the worrying, and the hassles commonly associated with facilities repair, renovation, and minor new construction??? Procuring and executing on-demand, on-budget, on-time, quality construction services has traditionally been difficult.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 3, 2018
The Centers for Disease Control suggested that employers start screening workers for heat stress when the heat index reaches 85 F rather than the 91 F OSHA currently recommends.
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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
AUGUST 1, 2018
Imagine your company as a funnel with a shut-off valve controlling the flow of profit output. A steady flow of sales volume enters the funnel in the form of revenue. The funnel absorbs and reduces the profit output by paying invoices for job costs and overhead expenses. In addition, leaks cause some money to flow out of the funnel. The leftover flow is net profit cash exiting the end of the funnel into your equity account.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 31, 2018
Service and Field Managers: Collaborate 2018 is For You! Multiple work crews and large inventories, checklists and project logs, constantly shifting dispatch schedules, hundreds of work orders, warranty agreements and repair histories to track — if these sound familiar, you might be a service technician or field manager! Your workloads are hard enough, but are you equipped to take advantage of an increasingly intelligent job site?
Job Order Contracting
JULY 30, 2018
2018 Mid-Year Commercial Construction Market Update. Down 5.5% – Non-residential starts YTD. Down 6.3% – Non-residential starts June 2018 versus June 2017. Down 27% – Commercial construction starts YTD. Down 12% – Institutional starts YTD. Down 29% – Higher education starts YTD. Down 34% – Private office building starts YTD.
Construction Dive
JULY 30, 2018
Both California and Maryland have new laws that make general contractors responsible for the wages of even their subcontractors' employees.
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
AUGUST 1, 2018
Scott Julian. Chief Operations Officer. Lewis Builders Inc.
BD+C
JULY 30, 2018
There is an unprecedented wave of speculation and investment in Artificial intelligence (AI) sweeping the industry with ideas like machine learning (ML) appearing as a magic wand of business innovation.
Job Order Contracting
JULY 30, 2018
Another series of well-received training classes was just complete in mid-July 2018. A Job Orde r Contacting & Line Item Estimating Basics Workshop, and our series of contractor training classes for the Allied States Cooperative Job Order Contracting Services Contract for the State of New Mexico drew the following comments… Very well explained and friendly envir onment!
Construction Dive
AUGUST 1, 2018
Despite the industry's reluctance towards artificial intelligence, experts said it can help companies expedite early processes, create the best plans for a given project and identify if a project is going awry.
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.
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 1, 2018
Revenue is booming, and times are swell for many construction organizations. What could possibly go wrong? Many leaders in the industry believe that the most challenging aspect businesses face currently is the availability of personnel. However, this cycle has played out several times before, and the conclusion is always the same: Undisciplined management and a lack of good strategy lead to failure.
Help Everybody Everyday
AUGUST 3, 2018
Meetings have a reputation. They can be time sinks. It’s easy to walk away from one wondering what was accomplished and what, if anything, will get done. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In fact, with one little change, you can dramatically increase the value of any meeting. Define Next Steps The Right Way. I consider myself a sane, rational, and mild-mannered guy.
Job Order Contracting
JULY 30, 2018
Efficient Facilities Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction NOW AVAILABLE in New Mexico – OpenJOC(TM) LEAN Construction has arrived! On-demand, on-budget, on-time, qualify construction services are now available throughout the State of New Mexico from the following quality service providers via the Allied States Cooperative and 4BT OpenJOC LEAN construction solution.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 3, 2018
The Salt Lake City International Airport project is the largest construction undertaking in Utah history.
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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 Business Owner
AUGUST 1, 2018
Summer is in full swing, and, for some parts of the country, that means hurricane season is too. If there is anything to be learned from the damage wrought by last year’s Hurricanes Harvey, Maria and Irma, it’s that having a thorough action plan is paramount. And who better to talk to than Senior Superintendent Tim Ham, who manages field-related aspects of Hoar Construction’s various commercial projects in Central Florida.
BD+C
AUGUST 1, 2018
When planning a new building, one of the first decisions made is size. Assuming the land is available, most owners will ask themselves how much space do I really need? But, perhaps the right question is, how much space do I need now, and how much will I need in the future?
Job Order Contracting
JULY 30, 2018
Detailed Line Item Construction Cost Estimating Matters a great deal to estimating, risk management, facilities management, and service providers (A/E’s, builders…). While many professionals talk about contingencies, a focus upon assuring the use of experienced line item cost estimators (likely with a decade of more of experience… inclusive knowledge of field work processes) and the use of standardized terms, definitions, and data architectures (CSI MasterFomat – 50 Divi
Construction Dive
JULY 30, 2018
Fullerton Pacific Interiors did not properly compensate 476 workers on 26 projects, according to California labor authorities.
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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 Business Owner
AUGUST 1, 2018
For business owners within the construction industry, one always challenging undertaking is that of finding the best way to manage your machine inventory. Whether you own a few machines or a few hundred, it is important to have a system in place that allows you to know as much as possible about each of your machines on a daily basis because—as we all know—time is money.
BD+C
AUGUST 3, 2018
Domestic and foreign airlines serving the U.S. carried an all-time high of 965 million passengers in 2017, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. Airports Council International estimates that 8.8 billion flyers used airports worldwide last year, up 6.6%.
BIM & Beam
AUGUST 1, 2018
This is the third blog post in a series that discusses the advantages of working on concrete projects in a BIM process for structural engineers. Before we dive in, let’s quickly review the four benefits of BIM for engineers: Combines the versatility of 2D documentation with the higher level of fidelity and accuracy of 3D modeling of steel reinforcement and concrete accessories, with minimal effort to produce both.
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