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5 Design Considerations When Building In Harsh Environments

Construction Marketing

After all, no amount of high-grade construction can stand the test of time if it doesn’t survive its environment. Engineering in harsh environments poses a distinct set of challenges that call for innovative and robust design solutions. As an industry, engineering is always about adaptability.

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Built Environment Sustainability – A Critical Need

Job Order Contracting

Built environment sustainability is critical. The GAO has issues reports for several decades noting the mismanagement of the built environment in the federal sector. Built Environment Sustainability is critical to environmental and economic security. Cost visibility, cost management, and accountability are lacking.

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Prevent a Hostile Work Environment & Protect Your Workforce

Construction Business Owner

Prevent a Hostile Work Environment & Protect Your Workforce. In today’s increasingly litigious environment, there can be no ignoring these circumstances. Thu, 12/01/2022 - 16:01. Construction leaders at all levels must be aware of the rising risks of workplace misconduct. This includes incidents both in the office and on jobsites.

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Plastic Roads: How They Impact Our Environment

The Constructor

We have all heard horror stories of the devastating effects that plastic pollution has had on the environment, from marine life to our air quality. But what would you say if I told you that plastic roads made of recycled material could benefit the environment?

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

With real-time data analytics, Intelex empowers construction teams to proactively identify and mitigate risks, ensuring a secure and efficient work environment. The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 can help you assess which vendor best fits your current EHS Management needs and future EHS program goals.

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Trends in scientific research environments: Q&A with Flad's Matt McCord

BD+C

Trends in scientific research environments: Q&A with Flad's Matt McCord 0 dbarista Wed, 10/02/2024 - 13:54 Laboratories As part of an ongoing series, Matt McCord, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, Associate Principal with Flad Architects, discusses the future of the scientific workplace. The idea is generalizing space. This can be a challenge.

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The benefits of biophilic design in the built environment

BD+C

The benefits of biophilic design in the built environment 0 qpurcell Mon, 05/06/2024 - 10:30 Biophilic Design Biophilic design in the built environment supports the health and wellbeing of individuals, as they spend most of their time indoors. Cordilleras Health System Replacement project, Redwood City, Calif.

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Huh? Ugh! LOL: The Top Ten-tions of Construction Law and Contracts

Speaker: Matthew DeVries, Construction Law Attorney and National Blogger

The construction environment changed more in 2020 than any prior year—whether the parties were faced with government shutdowns, new health and safety restrictions, or overall financial strains. How to prepare for new challenges in a COVID-19 environment. What are the most common mistakes leading to disputes and claims.