Tue.Jun 27, 2023

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The Dotted Line: What contractors need to know about E-Verify requirements

Construction Dive

With 22 states now using the federal employment eligibility verification system, attorneys advise construction pros to tighten up contracts and train workers.

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3 Reasons Contractors Should Hire More Women

Construction Business Owner

3 Reasons Contractors Should Hire More Women ccapoccia Tue, 06/27/2023 - 19:40 We need more of the right people for the construction industry to keep pace with project demand. Statistics show that for every four people leaving the industry, only one enters. But keeping up is not just about numbers. Recent research shows that women bring unique qualities to the jobsite that will help contractors improve project outcomes.

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The Science Behind Stabilizing Tunnel Portals

The Constructor

The stability of tunnel portals is a significant factor in the construction and maintenance of tunnels. With proper stabilization, tunnels can be safe for those traversing them and can lead to costly structural damage if addressed. As such, it is important to understand the science behind stabilizing tunnel portals and the technology involved to ensure […] The post The Science Behind Stabilizing Tunnel Portals appeared first on The Constructor.

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What Top Qualities Should Employees Possess in Order to Land a Leadership Position at Your Company?

Construction Business Owner

What Top Qualities Should Employees Possess in Order to Land a Leadership Position at Your Company? ccapoccia Tue, 06/27/2023 - 19:59 Gina Joosten Vice President, Human Resources, Northern Pacific Region McCarthy Building Companies Inc.

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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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First phase of Honolulu’s $9.9B rail line set to open

Construction Dive

After years of delays and massive cost overruns, the segment is slated to start carrying passengers ahead of the Fourth of July weekend.

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Contractors open new offices in first half of 2023

Construction Dive

Construction companies like Clark, Shawmut and Messer are expanding into new markets around the country.

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8 Tips to Get Better Performance & More Life Out of Your Dozer

Construction Business Owner

8 Tips to Get Better Performance & More Life Out of Your Dozer ccapoccia Tue, 06/27/2023 - 18:38 Unexpected machine downtime can cost you time and money. When you’re working on a tight schedule, the last thing you need is for your equipment to break down. Minimize your risks with straightforward dozer maintenance.

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Homes England relaxes funding to turbo-charge estate renewal

Construction Enquirer

Homes England has today unveiled changes to its grant funding regime to open the door to using the cash for new replacement homes on estate renewal projects. The agency hopes the changes to permitted allocations through the Government’s Affordable Homes Programme 2021-26 will help to accelerate big estate renewal plans. Under the funds can be used for both new replacement homes, alongside new affordable homes.

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4 Tips for Defining & Reaching Your Target Audience

Construction Business Owner

4 Tips for Defining & Reaching Your Target Audience ccapoccia Tue, 06/27/2023 - 18:28 When competing with other brands to find the best channels needed to reach your audience, developing an effective marketing strategy might feel like throwing darts while blindfolded. To increase your odds of reaching people who might be interested in your product or service, you first need to effectively and accurately define your target audience.

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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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Subcontractors owed £4.6m after Howard Russell collapse

Construction Enquirer

More than 200 suppliers and subcontractors were owed £4.6m when Northumberland based Howard Russell Construction went into administration. Administrators from FRP Advisory took control of the business in May. An update on the administration filed at Companies House said the firm was sunk by a combination of rising materials costs, project delays and defect liability claims.

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The Road to Zero: Paving the Way to Zero Emissions

Construction Business Owner

The Road to Zero: Paving the Way to Zero Emissions ccapoccia Tue, 06/27/2023 - 18:50 While “Back to the Future” presented a world filled with flying cars, hoverboards and countless technological advancements, Oct. 21, 2015, came and went with no daily commute in a flying automobile. That’s not to say technology has not progressed, but advancements have just been in other avenues.

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Surging demand sees AFI boost Zoomlion electric fleet

Construction Enquirer

AFI Rentals has invested in 100 Zoomlion Powered Access Machines to boost its fleet due to increased customer demand. The all-new Electric Telescopic Boom Lifts, the ZT22JE and ZT26JE, are a first for the AFI Rentals fleet. These Electric Telescopic Boom Lifts include the latest intelligent connectivity technology with a customised Lithium-ion battery, low noise, zero emissions and a maintenance-free AC Drive system.

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How AI Solutions Can Ease Water Woes & Control Costs

Construction Business Owner

How AI Solutions Can Ease Water Woes & Control Costs ccapoccia Tue, 06/27/2023 - 18:58 Water waste and damage are enormous problems for the construction industry. Water damage resulting from inefficient or ineffective water management on jobsites causes significant losses for contractors resulting from delays, material costs, remediation and removal, reputational damage or skyrocketing insurance premiums.

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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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Beard targets south coast expansion

Construction Enquirer

Despite challenging market conditions, Beard Construction has revealed plans to extend its regional footprint and open an office on the south coast. The decision to open a new office follows Beard securing a place on the South West section of the £8.2bn Southern Construction Framework. The exact office location has still to be determined but will open early next year.

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Making the Most Out of Your Rental Strategy

Construction Business Owner

Making the Most Out of Your Rental Strategy ccapoccia Tue, 06/27/2023 - 19:18 The frequency with which construction businesses turn to equipment rental has progressively increased over the last 15 to 20 years. This is due, in large part, to an improved understanding of the benefits of renting compared to buying equipment. In addition to direct cost savings, renting frees owners and staff to focus on their core business rather than on the logistics of caring for equipment.

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Persimmon gets green light for timber frame factory

Construction Enquirer

Planning approval has been granted by Charnwood Borough Council for Persimmon to build its new Space4 timber frame factory near Loughborough. The factory is believed to be the biggest of its kind in the UK and will produce timber frame units for up to 7,000 homes a year once in full operation towards the end of 2025. Gareth Wicks, Managing Director Designate at Space4, said: “We’re delighted to have received approval for our new Space4 facility and I want to thank Charnwood Borough Council for t

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Enhancing Safety & Efficiency on the Jobsite

Construction Business Owner

Enhancing Safety & Efficiency on the Jobsite ccapoccia Tue, 06/27/2023 - 19:26 Construction sites can be hazardous places, with heavy equipment, machinery and workers constantly operating in close proximity. In this complex environment, any misstep or error can result in severe accidents or injuries. To mitigate these risks on the jobsite, it is crucial for contractors and operators to prioritize safety measures in every aspect of their operations.

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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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Trio wins £960m MHA+ consultants deal

Construction Enquirer

Consultant WSP has joined the existing line-up of firms that have effectively renewed their places on the new Midlands Highway Alliance Plus fourth-generation professional services framework. The framework, expected to be in place for up to eight years, is estimated to be worth in the region of £960m over the full contract period. PSP4 framework Consultancy Services • Amey OW • AECOM • WSP Temporary and Seconded Professional Staff • Waterman Aspen • Matchtech Group UK The scope of work includes

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April 2023 Construction Industry Stats

Construction Business Owner

April 2023 Construction Industry Stats ccapoccia Tue, 06/27/2023 - 19:36 The Construction Business Owner team compiles statistics each month from several sources, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Census Bureau, to give you a better understanding of the current state of affairs for the construction industry. The statistics featured in each month's print issue are for 3 months prior to the publication of the magazine, based on the data available.

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School rebuild plans fail the grade as crisis deepens

Construction Enquirer

Underfunding and slow delivery of the Government’s rebuilding programme has seen the school estate deteriorate further leaving many schools still at critical risk of collapse. Spending watchdog the National Audition Office has issued its latest damning assessment on the Government’s progress to tackle the rundown schools. It now estimates that around 700,000 pupils are learning in a school that is unsafe or requires major refurbishment.

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Judge Rules Against Father-Son Alleging ADA Violations at Wrigley Field

ENR Construction

ENR.com is the bible of the construction industry, providing news and features about projects, products and people in construction, architecture and engineering.

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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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Skanska-Halmar JV lands $1.2B JFK airport job

Construction Dive

As one part of the Port Authority's $19 billion overhaul, the joint venture will design and build new roadways and a parking garage.

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Conquip lands propping deal with John F Hunt

Construction Enquirer

Conquip Engineering Group has been awarded a project to deliver a complex, four level temporary works propping scheme by contractor John F Hunt. John F Hunt has been engaged to deliver basement excavation and construction on a mixed-use development project in the City of London in the UK, by main contractor, Mace. The ambitious development requires full demolition of One Liverpool Street and development of a 10-storey building for office use with two levels of partial basement.

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Louisiana Coastal Restoration Plan Calls for $50B Investment Over 50 Years

ENR Construction

State officials estimate that if the plan is implemented, it could eventually produce annual cost savings of between $10.7 billion to $14.5 billion.

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These Are the Most Popular Housing Markets Among Gen-Z Buyers

Pro Builder

These Are the Most Popular Housing Markets Among Gen-Z Buyers ldeakins Tue, 06/27/2023 - 12:01 Gen Zers are slowly but steadily making their way into the housing market. Here's where they're headed America’s youngest generation is confronting a series of steep economic hurdles, from soaring inflation to mounting student loan debt, but that’s not stopping Generation Z from entering the housing market.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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Hawaii Health Officials Sign Off on Military Depot Defueling Plan

ENR Construction

The Dept. of Defense plans to shutter Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility in Hawaii move forward with the state's conditional approval.

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Mortgage Rates Are Falling, but Not Enough to Motivate Cautious Buyers

Pro Builder

Mortgage Rates Are Falling, but Not Enough to Motivate Cautious Buyers ldeakins Tue, 06/27/2023 - 12:14 Mortgage rates may be stabilizing, but they still aren't low enough to bring stalled buyers back into the for-sale market Even after falling for a third consecutive week, mortgage rates remain above 6.5%, a key affordability threshold for homebuyers on the fence.

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Louisiana Coastal Restoration Set For $50B Investment Over 50 Years

ENR Construction

New master plan, if implemented, could eventually produce annual cost savings of between $10.7 billion to $14.5 billion, state officials say.