Lets Build

JUNE 3, 2022

Want to find more commercial project leads, discover better jobs to bid on, and land those big contracts? If you’re looking for where to find commercial construction leads, you’re in the right place. The best places to find commercial construction project leads. The best places to find commercial construction project leads.

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HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

It has been another whirlwind year at Englewood Construction and we are happy to report that our predicted 2014 commercial construction trends came true, which has meant a lot of new projects on our end. Now to get to it—our predictions for 2015 commercial construction trends: 1) Shopping center owners reshape the mall.

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HardHatChat

APRIL 24, 2023

As a National General Contractor working across multiple verticals in the commercial construction space, we understand the challenges (COVID and Supply Chain) facing our retail, restaurant, hospitality, and senior housing clients. Adaptive Reuse Construction: Reimagining Space Adaptive Reuse in commercial construction is nothing new.

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Commercial Construction Retail Housing 156

HardHatChat

JANUARY 30, 2019

After nearly 10 years of publishing Hard Hat Chat (more to come on our blog’s 10 th anniversary later this year), we know there’s never a shortage of fresh topics and trends to discuss in the commercial construction industry. Here they are: the commercial construction headlines that just won’t die – and why: Labor Shortage Lingers On.

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Commercial Retail Construction US 386

HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

We are coming into the final stretch of 2013, a year that has been rather good for the commercial construction industry. Activity was up for retail and restaurant construction and once-stalled commercial construction projects are finding themselves back on 2014 bid sheets for the best commercial general contractors.

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Commercial Industrial Chicago Retail 283

Contractor Connection

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Contractor Connection, drawing from over two decades of expertise as a managed repair resource for the insurance sector , has positioned itself as an integral solution for the seamless restoration of damages and recovery work. We believe in the power of data to drive improvement.

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Insurance Contractors Industrial Claims 105

Construction Dive

MAY 30, 2023

1 ranking while first-timer MasTec claimed the third spot in this year’s list of construction industry giants. Turner maintained its No.

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Commercial Claims Contractors Industrial 133

HardHatChat

AUGUST 28, 2018

Budget is always a major consideration for our commercial construction clients, and as a general contractor we devote significant time to the budgeting process. Here are a few signs that, in our experience, indicate your project budget is more likely to bust: Skimping on Professional Services. Getting Too Specific on Specifications.

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Budgeting Budget Commercial Plans 337

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 18, 2018

You should never attempt to install or repair an industrial roof on your own. You should instead find a commercial roofing contractor. Though there are many contractors out there, some of them are not reliable because they don’t have the experience that’s needed to handle such projects. Insist on License of Registration.

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Commercial Contractors Insurance Injury 121

HardHatChat

MAY 16, 2017

Hopefully, we’ll see some of those fresh young graduates heading toward a career in commercial construction. Part of the reason I say this is the current hiring situation in the construction industry. Not too long ago, young guns had a couple options if they wanted to break into the construction industry. Tel: 847-233-9200 x712.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 20, 2023

CDT A growing consensus of contractors believes labor utilization can be greatly improved with the right software. He’s passionate about leveraging technology to champion the skilled trades, accelerate digital transformation and make construction an industry of choice for a new generation entering the workforce.

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Software Software Contractors Electrical 177

HardHatChat

MAY 13, 2014

Be sure to check references of general contractors before entering into a negotiated or competitive bid situation. We never like it when scandal rocks the commercial construction industry. A properly-sized commercial general contractor is going to maintain a certain amount of overhead. That’s a given.

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HardHatChat

JANUARY 15, 2018

As we flip the calendar over to 2018 this month, it’s a great time to share some of the commercial construction trends we predict will shape our work in the year ahead. #1: As the nature of shopping centers evolve, commercial construction firms will continue to be busy reworking existing mall retail space for new purposes. #3:

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Commercial Remodeling Construction Renovating 326

HardHatChat

JANUARY 14, 2014

With 2013 behind us, we wanted to look back at the year that was in the commercial construction industry. Some of the 2013 commercial construction trends we predicted came to pass, some were more significant than we originally thought they would be and others emerged that caught our attention. Not your parents’ mall.

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Commercial Retail Construction News 284

HardHatChat

MARCH 27, 2018

Something we’re hearing a lot about in our industry right now is the growing trend and popularity of prefab and modular commercial construction solutions. Scheduling: Anything that can be pre-built and brought to the job site is always going to help the overall commercial construction schedule.

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Commercial Union Construction Site 328

HardHatChat

APRIL 20, 2017

Anyone in the commercial construction industry knows there are a variety of certifications and designations that individuals, companies and projects can achieve to show they follow a high level of green commercial construction practices. are standard green procedures for ground-up construction projects. Localized Sourcing.

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Commercial Green Construction Materials 275

HardHatChat

APRIL 11, 2014

Like most businesses, the commercial construction industry is a relationship business. The best work is typically done when a project is viewed as a partnership between a client and commercial general contractor. Green’s to convert former Fox and Obel in Chicago. Setting expectations.

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Commercial Negotiation Bidding Construction 292

Construction Superintendent Magazine

JUNE 7, 2021

The Marcum Commercial Construction Index for the first quarter of 2021 reports that the industry has yet to reach the broader economy’s pace of recovery despite elevated contractor confidence. The index is produced by Marcum LLP’s national Construction Services group. According to.

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PC Construction

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Last Friday, the newest participants in Vermont’s Commercial Craft Apprenticeship program gathered at the PC Construction office for a meet and greet and introduction to their next year of formalized training. The post Commercial Craft Apprenticeship Kicks Off appeared first on PC Construction.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 8, 2024

Photo © Elena Vlasova | Dreamstime.com By Amy Becker Building occupants and residents can enjoy the daylighting, great views, and comfort provided by commercial fenestration. The post Best practices for applying commercial IGU glazing appeared first on Construction Specifier.

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Commercial Certification Materials Guidelines 57

Construction Marketing

MAY 26, 2021

In commercial settings, stairs take on a more functional purpose inside and outside. When industrial stairs are built in compliance with existing safety standards, they provide several advantages to building and business owners, employees, and even the environment. Benefits of Industrial Stairs. 2) Cost-Effective Structure.

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Industrial Environment Materials Transportation 156

HardHatChat

DECEMBER 22, 2015

Writing our annual “Highs and Lows” commercial construction blog post was a bit more difficult this year because, on the whole, 2015 was pretty great for Englewood Construction and many others in the construction industry. Yet despite all its positives, 2015 wasn’t without its commercial construction challenges.

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Commercial Industrial Retail Construction 120

HardHatChat

AUGUST 7, 2019

Given that our firm already has experience working with clients on medicinal and recreational marijuana dispensary construction projects in other states, we know firsthand that this legislation will quickly lead to new activity in the local commercial real estate and construction landscape. Learning Curve for Municipalities.

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HardHatChat

AUGUST 19, 2015

Anyone who does so is probably making a smart move – according to a recent study , construction is the industry with the second largest talent shortage in the U.S., But the interesting thing about commercial construction is all the different paths people take to end up in this industry.

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Commercial Contractors Construction Certification 120

Lets Build

MARCH 31, 2022

General contractors are at the forefront of almost every construction project. What is a general contractor? Before we get deeper into the details of a general contractor’s salary, let’s briefly talk about their role in the construction industry. How much does a general contractor make?

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Contractors Profitability Management Schedule 148

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 27, 2021

As a contractor, you likely know that your business is always at risk. Here’s an overview of the most important types of insurance for contractors. Here’s an overview of the most important types of insurance for contractors. General Liability Insurance. This amount is normally spread over the construction period.

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Insurance Contractors Accidents Liability 156

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

The same issues plaguing the industry last year—labour shortages, supply chain disruptions, high material costs, lower profit margins, etc.—followed Here’s what the top construction industry trends in 2023 look like: 1. While this cuts into our profits today, it’s necessary for the future of our companies and the industry as a whole.

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Industrial Construction Profitability Budgeting 148

HardHatChat

DECEMBER 9, 2014

As we close out another year, we wanted to take a look back at the commercial construction trends that defined 2014 and highlight some of the highs and lows. Overall, this was a great year for the commercial construction industry as commercial construction activity and revenue were up considerably.

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Commercial Retail Construction Chicago 192

HardHatChat

JUNE 11, 2013

The tone of the attendees at ICSC’s “Global Retail Real Estate Convention” (RECon) in Las Vegas last month was as positive and energizing as it was in the commercial construction boom years before 2008. Retail and restaurant sales are steadily increasing and commercial construction space is slowly being absorbed. Business is good.

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HardHatChat

MAY 12, 2015

It’s rare for the words “cool” and “general contractor” to be used in the same sentence. I tell you this because I think it’s a great example of how the commercial construction industry can stay relevant and keep current, despite the fact that there is very little innovation in the construction process itself.

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Commercial Contractors Retail Chicago 120

HardHatChat

JANUARY 17, 2017

Pretty much any national general contractor will tell you they’re in the client service business, but over the years we’ve developed a philosophy that focuses on building relationships with our clients so that we’re a trusted construction partner, not just another vendor. Focus on client relationships, not just client services.

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Commercial Contractors Bidding Spirit 156

HardHatChat

JANUARY 9, 2013

As we welcome in the New Year, it’s customary for us to look back at what the previous year meant to Englewood Construction and the commercial construction industry as a whole. There are still some headwinds out there, but last year brought some interesting commercial construction trends and developments.

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Commercial News Retail Construction 240

HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 19, 2012

It seems like we made commercial construction predictions for 2012 just yesterday, but once again, it’s time to put on the fortune teller hat and look into our crystal ball for 2013 commercial construction trends. This year, I wanted to use a micro example to highlight macro retail and restaurant construction trends. Bill Di Santo.

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Commercial Retail Chicago Construction 289

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index (Index) released today indicates skilled labor shortages will have the greatest impact on commercial construction businesses over the next three years. The Q3 2018 USG Corporation + U.S.

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Commercial Risk Safety Industrial 97

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 29, 2018

We know contractors are always looking for ways to gain a competitive edge. At Viewpoint, we work with contractors every day to help them find the best solutions for their organizations and we know these professionals are committed to improvement. Contractors Turning to Alternative Construction Solutions Amid Workforce Shortage.

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Industrial Construction Employment Contractors 186

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

As commercial construction news reports say business continues to pick up, we are happy to see some new faces around the office at Englewood Construction. That’s right; we are adding staff to our national commercial general contracting firm in what has been a very robust period of activity. That approach is bearing fruit now.

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Commercial News Retail Construction 259

HardHatChat

MAY 31, 2012

Don't forget to vet your general contractor's background and experience when reviewing bids. This quartet from Englewood Construction has almost 100 years of combined commercial construction experience among them -- (l to r) Chuck Taylor, Bill Di Santo, Kim Redmond and Rod Frank. Playing fair starts at the top.

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