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GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR A DETAILED ENERGY AUDIT

The Constructor

Energy audits play a crucial role in identifying opportunities for energy efficiency improvements in buildings. The audit process is comprehensive and iterative, typically involving several tasks tailored to the specific type and function of the building being assessed. While the sequence of tasks may vary, a general procedure can be outlined to guide the audit […] The post GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR A DETAILED ENERGY AUDIT appeared first on The Constructor.

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9 of the top contech deals of 2023

Construction Dive

Autonomous drone technology, metal reclamation and modular construction topped the list of the biggest contech funding rounds last year.

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White House Announces $5.8B Investment in Water Infrastructure

Contractor Magazine

Almost half of this funding will be available as grants or principal forgiveness loans, ensuring funds reach underserved communities most in need of investments in water infrastructure.

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Fluor posts $21M loss despite higher backlog

Construction Dive

Strong awards and cash generation were countered by a large negative charge, according to one financial research analyst.

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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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University design to help meet the demand for health professionals

BD+C

University design to help meet the demand for health professionals 0 qpurcell Wed, 02/21/2024 - 10:52 University Buildings Virginia Commonwealth University is a Page client, and the Dean of the College of Health Professions took time to talk about a pressing healthcare industry need that schools—and architects—can help address. Higher Education University Buildings Healthcare Facilities Laboratories Designers Architects Virtual Reality Virginia Commonwealth University is a Page client, and the D

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$11B SunZia Power Project Suit Has March 7 Federal Court Hearing

ENR Construction

Quanta Services' 550-mile transmission line under construction in Arizona faces pushback from tribes, others over claimed threats to historic and cultural sites in San Pedro River Valley.

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GlobalFoundries awarded $1.5B in CHIPS funding

Construction Dive

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

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Giant SunZia Power Project Suit Set for March 7 Tucson Court Hearing

ENR Construction

$11B wind-transmission megaproject faces pushback from Arizona Tribes, environmental groups over claimed danger to historic and cultural sites from construction in San Pedro River Valley.

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Lendlease losses continue amid strategy shift

Construction Dive

The contractor and developer has narrowed the kind of U.S. projects it will take on, targeting certain East Coast sectors above a specific cost.

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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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Intel Corp. Named ENR Southwest 'Owner of the Year'

ENR Construction

The Southwest Construction Views blog examines the current events, issues and challenges of development, design and construction in the Desert Southwest

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DPR optimistic but careful about AI in new report

Construction Dive

The Redwood City, California-based contractor has a “curious, yet cautious” approach to AI and machine learning in construction.

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$11B SunZia Power Project Suit Court Date March 7

ENR Construction

$11B transmission line faces pushback from Arizona Tribes, environmental groups over claimed threat to historic and cultural sites in San Pedro River Valley.

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2024 Construction Workforce Shortage Tops Half Million, Says ABC

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The construction industry will need to attract an estimated 501,000 additional workers on top of the normal pace of hiring in 2024 to meet the demand for labor, according to a proprietary model developed by Associated Builders and Contractors. In 2025, the industry will need to bring in nearly 454,000 new workers on top of normal hiring to meet industry demand, and that’s presuming that construction spending growth slows significantly next year.

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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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Parsons Reports 2023 Profit of $161M as Government Security Technology Work Grows

ENR Construction

Engineer and technology services firm says earnings come on on revenue of $5.4 billion last year, up from $4.1 billion reported in 2022.

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AIA/Deltek Release Latest Architecture Billings Index

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Architecture firm billings remained soft entering into 2024, with an AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index score of 46.2 in January. Any score below 50 indicates decreasing business conditions. “This now marks the lengthiest period of declining billings since 2010, although it is reassuring that the pace of this decline is less rapid and the broader economy showed improvement in January,” said Kermit Baker, Ph.D., AIA Chief Economist. “Firms are seeing growth with inquiries into new proje

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Proposed $1.5B Colorado Solar Farm Undergoes Environmental Assessment

ENR Construction

Construction of the planned 971-MW Sun Bear solar farm could start later this year, if regulators sign off on the plan.

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CIOs worry about AI’s accuracy

Construction Dive

Tech leaders are uneasy about generative AI’s shortcomings and the impact on employees as pressure mounts to deploy the technology, Juniper Networks data shows.

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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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'Construction Challenges' Delay $276M Savannah Convention Center Expansion

ENR Construction

The project is doubling the facility's size and capacity, but delays have pushed back its completion.

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Delrin Joins *ISNetworld®

Safety Services Company

**Safety Services Company is an independently-owned company. Safety Services Company is an independently owned company, specializing in compliance with Third-Party Prequalification Providers. Safety Services Company is in no way endorsed, sponsored, approved by, or otherwise affiliated with ISNetworld®*, CQN®, Cognibox®, NCMS®, or other trademarks or registered of ISN Software Corporation.

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'Construction Challenges' Delay $276M Savannah Convention Center Expansion

ENR Construction

The project is doubling the facility's size and capacity, but various delays have pushed back its completion.

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The Benefits of Using Concrete Sleepers In Your Landscaping Projects

Civiconcepts

Have you ever wondered if concrete sleepers in Sydney could elevate the quality and longevity of your landscaping projects?

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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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NTSB Faults Maintenance, Inspection Oversight for Fern Hollow Bridge Collapse

ENR Construction

City, PennDOT did not manage bridge maintenance properly, the board says.