Fri.Jul 14, 2023

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How Interoperability in Construction is Changing the Game

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Tracking information can be difficult. But in construction, you often can’t afford to forget something. Learn about Interoperability in construction.

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Advantages And Disadvantages Of Cement Concrete Roads: What You Need To Know

The Constructor

Cement concrete roads are one of the most popular and trusted road construction and repair options. They are a durable, strong, and cost-effective solution that has been used for decades to achieve a smooth, even road surface. But, just like any other type of road, cement concrete roads have advantages and disadvantages. To understand the […] The post Advantages And Disadvantages Of Cement Concrete Roads: What You Need To Know appeared first on The Constructor.

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Adapting Your Construction Business To A Slower Economy

Contractor Bookkeeping

It's hard to go a day without reading something in the news about the state of the economy. Whether it's interest rates rising or the cost of living, there's no getting around the fact that in 2023 there are many doing it more demanding than a few years ago. But while there are some economic challenges for individuals and businesses, it's important not to go too far down the rabbit hole.

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Readers Respond: How contractors deal with sticker shock

Construction Dive

Respondents to a recent Construction Dive survey said they are combating the high price of building materials with a variety of tactics.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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Green light for £1.7bn Stonehenge tunnel

Construction Enquirer

The Department for Transport has approved plans for the vast A303 Amesbury to Berwick Down upgrade including a tunnel under the historic Stonehenge site. The green light was finally granted on Friday following a long-running planning saga. Planning permission for the scheme was originally granted in 2020 but was quashed by the High Court in 2021 following a campaign by local residents.

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Former Carillion finance boss banned for 12.5 years

Construction Enquirer

Former Carillion group finance director Richard Adam has been disqualified as a director for 12 and a half years. An Insolvency Service spokesperson said: “The Insolvency Service, acting on behalf of the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, has accepted a disqualification undertaking from Richard Adam for 12 and a half years for his conduct as a director of Carillion Plc.” Adam, 65, was finance director at Carillion between 2007 and 2016.

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ABC members pour $1.5B into upskilling

Construction Dive

2022 continued an investment trend in training and education, but the employer group said there’s more work to be done.

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Charlotte Fire Department Tours Project Site

PC Construction

Normally, when the fire trucks roll on site, it’s an emergency. Fortunately that’s not the case here. The PC Construction and R.J. Leeper joint venture team recently welcomed the Charlotte Fire Department onsite at the Mallard Creek Water Reclamation Facility to tour our project and meet the team. The facility is currently undergoing an upgrade to increase its capacity.

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Montana Court Reverses on $283M Gas Power Plant Project Halt

ENR Construction

Work is set to resume on the 175-MW Yellowstone County project, with Burns & McDonnell as EPC contractor, after new court ruling that followed revised state law banning regulators from weighing greenhouse gas emissions in permit reviews of new energy projects.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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ABC: Monthly Construction Input Prices Unchanged in June

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction input prices remained unchanged in June compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data released. Nonresidential construction input prices were also unchanged for the month. Overall construction input prices are 4.9% lower than a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 4.5% lower.

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Optimizing HVAC systems to decarbonize buildings

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy ECM Technologies By Michael Daly, PE As the world continues to grapple with the effects of climate change, reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions has become a top priority for governments, businesses, and individuals alike. One sector that has a significant impact on global emissions is commercial buildings. In fact, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), commercial buildings are the fourth-largest emitters of CO2 globally.

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Maine Contractor Creates Culture of Ownership

ENR Construction

Cianbro’s diversification and strategic acquisitions help extend its range of capabilities to weather pandemic jolts and economic shifts.

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How to streamline the construction project handover process

Lets Build

Every stage of the construction process is crucial to the project’s success – the handover phase is no different, but it comes with some unique challenges for everyone involved. Construction handover is like the finish line; everyone’s excited to get the build to the client, but it’s also the time when complacency can show its face. We’ll explore the key components, challenges, and best practices of the construction handover process to help you deliver projects successfully and efficiently

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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Five Minutes With James Morrison, Gateway Development Commission's New CTO

ENR Construction

James A. Morrison is the new chief technical officer overseeing aspects of the $16.1-billion Hudson Tunnel Project.

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How to streamline the construction project handover process

Lets Build

Every stage of the construction process is crucial to the project’s success – the handover phase is no different, but it comes with some unique challenges for everyone involved. Construction handover is like the finish line; everyone’s excited to get the build to the client, but it’s also the time when complacency can show its face. We’ll explore the key components, challenges, and best practices of the construction handover process to help you deliver projects successfully and efficiently

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Five Minutes With James A. Morrison, Gateway Development Commission CTO

ENR Construction

Morrison is the new chief technical officer overseeing aspects of the $16.1-billion Hudson Tunnel Project.

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People Are at the Core of Triton’s Mindful Growth

ENR Construction

Attention to employee wellbeing and client satisfaction pushes achievement for CM selected as ENR New York’s 2023 Contractor of the Year.

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.

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New York and New England People: July 2023

ENR Construction

Updates about construction professionals in the New York and New England regions.

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City Scoop: Greener Residential Projects in NY's Capital Region

ENR Construction

Dodge data on projected 2023 construction starts in Albany, Schenectady and Troy.

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City Scoop: Transportation, Clean Energy are Boston Highlights in 2023

ENR Construction

Dodge data on projected 2023 construction starts in Boston.

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Biden Administration Launches $20B in Grant Programs to Cut Carbon Emissions

ENR Construction

Advocates describe fund as a "climate bank.

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!

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Biden Administration Launches $20B in Grant Programs to Cut Carbon Emissions

ENR Construction

Advocates describe fund as a "climate bank.

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Biden Administration Launches $26B in Grant Programs to Cut Carbon Emissions

ENR Construction

Advocates describe fund as a "climate bank.

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