Construction Business Owner
JULY 30, 2023
7 Ways to Prolong Equipment Life ccapoccia Sun, 07/30/2023 - 17:24 Staying competitive in the construction industry requires meeting deadlines, reducing operational costs and maximizing equipment availability. Equipment downtime at a construction site can severely compromise project schedules and result in the loss of revenue, so it’s vital to keep vehicles and equipment operating properly.
Construction Enquirer
JULY 30, 2023
Higgins Group is set to make its recently announced round of redundancies within the next two weeks. Sources close to the company told the Enquirer up to 50 jobs could go in the restructuring. Higgins confirmed redundancy plans last month as part of a restructuring into regions of “the delivery element of the business.” The Essex based contractor said the changes “will improve operational efficiencies and provide a platform for our growth targets.
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Construction Business Owner
JULY 30, 2023
Transitioning From Hard Hats to Safety Helmets ccapoccia Sun, 07/30/2023 - 17:34 Over the course of a century, the construction industry has become synonymous with the sight of workers proudly donning brightly hued hard hats. Serving as an iconic representation of the industry itself, these hard hats have come to symbolize a rite of passage for new entrants into the field of construction.
Construction Enquirer
JULY 30, 2023
Procurement body YORhub has picked 20 firms for its third-generation civil engineering framework covering the Yorkshire and Humber regions. Separated into two regional frameworks together worth an estimated £800m, they will replace YORcivil2, which is due to expire in August. Presently 29 civils firms hold places on the existing panels. Newcomers to Yorcivil3 include Eric Wright, Keltbray, Galliford Try, Octavius.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 30, 2023
3 Considerations for Transitioning From Hard Hats to Safety Helmets ccapoccia Sun, 07/30/2023 - 17:34 Over the course of a century, the construction industry has become synonymous with the sight of workers proudly donning brightly hued hard hats. Serving as an iconic representation of the industry itself, these hard hats have come to symbolize a rite of passage for new entrants into the field of construction.
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Construction Business Owner
JULY 30, 2023
6 Sacred Principles of Success ccapoccia Sun, 07/30/2023 - 16:53 My career didn’t start out with a bang. As a reserve member of the University of Minnesota’s basketball team, I averaged seven points per game. During my senior year, I broke my foot — twice. For a young man who dreamed of a career in the NBA, things didn’t look promising. But just a year later, I made NBA history.
Construction Enquirer
JULY 30, 2023
McAleer & Rushe is set for a record year having secured new contracts worth £440m in the first six months of 2023 in Greater London, the Midlands and Scotland. The bounce back follows a disappointing performance in 2022 that saw pre-tax profit fall 19% to £12m from revenue flat at £404m, according to newly-published accounts. Project delays also caused year-end net cash to slip back to £45m from £59m previously.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 30, 2023
How to Achieve More Uptime & Healthier Machines ccapoccia Sun, 07/30/2023 - 16:58 “ An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” As adults, we know the old saying may not exactly be true. (Although it’s a heck of a marketing strategy for the apple industry!) What is entirely true: That old saying’s message of preventive measures to ensure long-term health is entirely applicable to running a fleet of heavy equipment.
Construction Enquirer
JULY 30, 2023
Four contractors have secured spots on a major works framework covering highways and transportation projects in Yorkshire Balfour Beatty, BAM Nuttall, Farrans and John Sisk will deliver projects valued over £7m. The framework firms will be used by Leeds Council and the wider Yorkshire Highways Alliance, which also includes the councils of Bradford, Wakefield, Kirklees Council, York and Calderdale.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 30, 2023
3 Tips for Expanding Your Equipment Lineup to Stay Competitive ccapoccia Sun, 07/30/2023 - 17:05 Having a well-thought-out mix of machine attachments is a cost-effective and efficient way to remain competitive in the industry. As such, thinking about your machine lineup as a portfolio of tool carriers can help determine an attachment strategy that is best for your unique business opportunities.
Construction Enquirer
JULY 30, 2023
Willmott Dixon has scooped the job to deliver the next phase of Nottingham City Council’s Broad Marsh Green Heart regeneration scheme. The Green Heart project is a key element of the vision for Nottingham’s 20-acre Broad Marsh area, transforming a site that was previously a large shopping centre before it was demolished. The Green Heart introduces green, ecologically rich habitats and food for wildlife, forming a green infrastructure network linking the Broad Marsh area from Nottingham Castle th
Construction Business Owner
JULY 30, 2023
10 Foolproof Ways to Improve Jobsite Safety ccapoccia Sun, 07/30/2023 - 17:14 According to the National Safety Council (NSC), 70 million days were lost due to injuries in 2021 alone. Considering wage losses, medical expenses, administrative expenses and employer costs, NSC estimates the average cost per medically consulted injury in 2021 at $42,000.
ENR Construction
JULY 30, 2023
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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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?
Construction Business Owner
JULY 30, 2023
May 2023 Construction Industry Stats ccapoccia Sun, 07/30/2023 - 17:40 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.
ENR Construction
JULY 30, 2023
Unanimous FERC vote July 27 on final rule will prioritize the most construction-ready, financially-viable projects, but its effective date was not announced.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 30, 2023
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