Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Promote to rotator No Rotator Image Status of webinar Featured The knowledge to ensure your construction projects adhere to prevailing wage requirements. Thu, 11/21/2024 - 12:00 1:00 p.m. Central Prevailing wage in construction is complicated due to variations in wage rates across different regions and the diverse scope of construction projects. Understanding prevailing wage is crucial because it ensures fair compensation for workers, maintains a level playing field among contractors and promote

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

A shift in how tech companies like Google and Amazon meet their energy needs is creating opportunities for construction firms equipped to handle atomic power work.

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BD+C

JULY 18, 2024

Groundbreaking School Security Standard Protects Students During Active Shootings 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/18/2024 - 12:12 SAFTI FIRST In the wake of the tragic rise in active shooter incidents at schools, the National Glass Association (NGA) took swift action in 2021 by forming a dedicated School Security Task Force. Their mission? To develop robust standards for windows and doors (known as fenestration systems) to protect students and staff.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 9, 2024

In 2023, the construction industry grappled with the lingering effects of supply chain disruptions, inflation, and ever-present labor shortages —a narrative that has become all too familiar. But amidst these challenges, construction pros remained as resilient and innovative as ever. We adopted new technologies, embraced sustainable building practices, and were more vocal about the benefits of working in the AEC field.

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, 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.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Members will receive $800 a week in maternity benefits for a minimum of 12 weeks, union General President Brent Booker told the Tradeswomen Build Nations conference in New Orleans.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 30, 2024

From a chatbot that speaks builders’ language to tech that corrals massive amounts of data captured from scans, this month’s offerings are aimed at simplifying complex tasks.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The opening of the American Heartland development in Vinita has been pushed back and two firms have filed liens against the developers.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 24, 2024

To combat the labor shortage, John Mielke, senior director of apprenticeship for ABC, says contractors need to provide more on-ramps to careers in the industry.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The lawsuit alleges officials didn’t sufficiently study the impact of the new Cincinnati-area span and says the design doesn’t do enough to include biking and transit.

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The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 2, 2024

After several months of cooling, which experts speculate was mostly confined to the residential sector, unfilled positions increased by 138,000 in August.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Attorneys say a new order barring the DOT from presuming disadvantaged status due to race or gender now applies in at least 23 states, and potentially nationwide.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Builders must walk a fine line between sharing their specialized expertise and passing on specific details gained from other owners’ projects, lawyers say.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The city of Corpus Christi picked the firm to design and build its first seawater purification system, expected to cost at least $750 million, in order to drought-proof its water supply.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 13, 2024

Financing woes, soaring material prices and waning demand are causing auto and battery makers to delay jobs, even those that have already started.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The push to accelerate construction and a lack of maintenance on existing infrastructure and buildings are top concerns for structural engineers, a new survey found.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The controversial highway widening project, one of Texas’ largest infrastructure efforts, is expected to take 18 years to complete.

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Construction Dive

JULY 30, 2024

The integrated company, to be chaired by Turner Construction CEO Peter Davoren, will boast a backlog of $17.2 billion and operations in 24 states and eight Canadian provinces.

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For construction businesses, scaling operations means taking on greater workloads. Unfortunately, much of the responsibility of managing additional work falls on you and your finance team. Learn how you can navigate the increased complexity of managing more projects without adding headcount. We’re here to share insights into why technology is key to scaling your finance operations.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Illegal immigration has dominated the headlines during this election season, but building pros are calling for help to get skilled workers to jobsites.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Know what you’re looking for, have a goal in mind and don’t get ahead of yourself, experts from companies including Suffolk, McCarthy and DPR say.

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Construction Dive

JULY 2, 2024

Released this morning, the standard would require employers to provide water and rest breaks when high heat creates a hazardous work environment.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The Webuild Group subsidiary will build the I-4 at SR-33 Interchange in Lakeland, solidifying the Sunshine State as a key market for the North Carolina contractor.

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Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Contractors can recruit this group of workers with benefits like tuition reimbursement, mental health counseling and even pet insurance, according to an industry executive.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

With emerging technology the world is on the cusp of a data center building boom as construction of these mission-critical facilities is expected to multiply sixfold by 2027.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 13, 2024

For contractors, lower material costs also signal the potential for reduced interest rates due to slowing inflation, said Associated Builders and Contractors’ chief economist.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Software itself is rarely the problem — it’s how you implement it that makes all the difference, according to a construction accounting consultant.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 7, 2024

From a smaller drywall robot to tech that helps builders comply with tougher green construction standards, this month’s fresh offerings promise to streamline jobsites and the back office.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 26, 2024

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are revolutionizing renewable energy by stabilizing power grids and managing the push and pull of power for a more reliable and sustainable future.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 17, 2024

After briefly falling at the end of the summer, the amount of work on builders’ books rose again following the Fed’s loosening last month.

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