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Controlling Construction Costs, Rocket Science, and Time Travel

Job Order Contracting

Controlling construction costs is not rocket science, nor does it involve time travel. Any real property owner can control construction costs for facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects. Consistently delivering quality projects on time and on budget simply requires leadership, accountability, and commitment. Controlling Construction Costs is not rocket science 1.

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What to know about final Build America, Buy America guidelines

Construction Dive

The White House has clarified rules around which construction materials for federal infrastructure projects must be produced in the U.S.

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How to design for adaptive reuse: Don’t reinvent the wheel

BD+C

How to design for adaptive reuse: Don’t reinvent the wheel 0 qpurcell Thu, 08/17/2023 - 09:52 Adaptive Reuse Gresham Smith demonstrates the opportunities of adaptive reuse, specifically reusing empty big-box retail and malls, many of which sit unused or underutilized across the country. University Buildings Mixed-Use Retail Centers Shopping Centers Designers Adaptive Reuse In a very short period of time, our economy has changed.

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How to comply with E-Verify

Construction Dive

As Florida joins other states using the online system, contractors should get familiar with the process so they don’t open themselves up to liability or citations.

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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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Profits fall at BAM UK contracting operations

Construction Enquirer

BAM’s UK building and civil engineering business saw profits fall in the first half as inflation and supply chain issues eroded margins. Building arm BAM Construction saw profits fall by 30% to £13.2m from revenue slightly down at £426m as the business ran into challenges, particularly on larger contracts. The larger civils business, BAM Nuttall, fared better with stronger revenue up nearly 7% to £554m and profits down 13% at £14.4m.

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Project Impacts Weighed of Montana Youths' Climate Suit Court Win

ENR Construction

A $283M gas power plant being built near Billings may face new environmental scrutiny as the state Supreme Court weighs a lower court decision that a state law barring greenhouse gas emission impact detail is unconstitutional.

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Illinois pay transparency law mandates pay scale, benefits in job postings

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Project Impacts Weighed of Montana Youths' Climate Suit Court OK

ENR Construction

A $283M gas power plant being built near Billings may face new environmental scrutiny as the state Supreme Court weighs a lower court decision that a state law barring greenhouse gas emission impact detail is unconstitutional.

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$12B LNG project props up construction starts in July

Construction Dive

Higher interest rates, labor shortages and increased material prices continue to impact the sector, said Dodge Construction Network’s chief economist.

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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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Hurricane Ian’s aftermath: Code-approved lessons and results

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy of Intertek. By Vinu J. Abraham Advancements in hurricane building science, continuous code improvements, and the success of code-approved products have made it possible to design more resilient structures in hurricane zones. The widely acclaimed success of Babcock Ranch, a solar-powered community 32 km (20 mi) inland from Ft. Myers, is a testament to how far the building and testing industry has come.

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10 Free Outdoor Fireplace Construction Plans

CivilJungle

10 Free Outdoor Fireplace Construction Plans There are many ways to design and adapt an outdoor chimney to create a new feature for your yard, but the following steps take the process further.

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Hurricane Ian’s afermath: Code-approved lessons and results

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy of Intertek. By Vinu J. Abraham Advancements in hurricane building science, continuous code improvements, and the success of code-approved products have made it possible to design more resilient structures in hurricane zones. The widely acclaimed success of Babcock Ranch, a solar-powered community 32 km (20 mi) inland from Ft. Myers, is a testament to how far the building and testing industry has come.

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Concrete Pad Cost Calculator

CivilJungle

What Is a Concrete Pad Cost Calculator? A Concrete Pad Cost Calculator is a tool used to estimate the cost of constructing a concrete pad, such as for a patio, driveway, or foundation.

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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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Tennessee Titans Pick Turner-AECOM Hunt Team for $2.1B Stadium

ENR Construction

Tennessee Builders Alliance is slated to serve as construction manager-at-risk for the project to build a football stadium in Nashville.

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IAPMO Applauds Introduction of Federal Water Efficiency, Conservation and Sustainability Legislation

Contractor Magazine

The Water Efficiency, Conservation, and Sustainability Act of 2023 has been introduced by Sen. Alex Padilla (D-CA) and US Rep. Mike Levin (D-CA).

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How to Soundproof a Bathroom?

CivilJungle

How to Soundproof a Bathroom? There is a limited view of why you require to noiseless your bathroom.

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Project Impact Weighed of Court Support of Mont. Youths' Climate Suit

ENR Construction

A $283-million gas power plant under construction near Billings, Mont. may face added environmental impact scrutiny as the state Supreme Court weighs a lower court decision that a state law barring consideration of greenhouse gas emission impacts is unconstitutional.

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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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LVL Beam Span Calculator

CivilJungle

What Is an LVL Beam Span Calculator?

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Judges Select ENR New England 2023 Best Projects

ENR Construction

News and opinions about design and construction in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.

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Beam Size Calculator

CivilJungle

What Is a Beam Size Calculator?

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The Benefits of the Construction Equipment Rental Model

ENR Construction

In 2022, 62% of contractors rented construction equipment because it provided more flexibility than owning.

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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!