Fri.Sep 01, 2023

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NYC earmarks record $19.4B for school-related construction

Construction Dive

Funding from the School Construction Authority, which maintains 1,400 buildings and serves 1 million students, ranks as the largest investment ever for city schools.

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Construction Company Contract Traps And The Advantages Of Legal Help

Contractor Bookkeeping

Mistakes can be expensive in the construction business, and as an entrepreneur, although you'll know many of the regulations that apply to your business, there are so many that you can't possibly remember all of them. Depending on the type of contracting business you run, you could face laws regarding taxation, employment, product liability, premises liability, discrimination, health and safety, and various other regulations.

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Inflation Reduction Act: mapping the manufacturing law’s impact 1 year later

Construction Dive

The landmark law has spurred more than $86 billion in project investment, but not all U.S. states are benefiting equally. Here are four takeaways on how the IRA has changed the industry this year.

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Groundbreaking Celebrated for New Secure Psychiatric Unit

PC Construction

Shovels are officially in the ground, marking the start of New Hampshire’s long-awaited secure psychiatric unit forensic hospital. The $41.9 million project will bring the new 24-bed secure hospital adjacent to the New Hampshire Hospital in Concord, providing a facility to treat mental illness in forensic patients, including those who are civilly committed.

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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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JE Dunn tops out $425M Tennessee manufacturing plant

Construction Dive

The 900,000-square-foot project will produce disposable tableware products for Atlanta-based Georgia-Pacific’s Dixie brand.

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AECOM Hunt breaks ground on $625M Indianapolis convention center, hotel

Construction Dive

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

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Cianbro Wins $113M Contract for Nation's Capital Seawall Rehab

ENR Construction

Rebuilding the walls, which date to the late 1800s and early 1900s, would better protect areas along the Potomac River and Tidal Basin against water-level rise and storm surge.

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Nonresidential Construction Dominates Industry Job Creation in August

Contractor Magazine

Nonresidential construction employment increased by 21,000 positions on net, with growth registered in all three major subcategories.

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Contractors Kept Hiring in August, Adding 22,000 Jobs

ENR Construction

While the number of construction jobs increased in August, so did the industry's jobless rate compared to July and year-earlier levels.

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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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7 Must-Have Tools for Remote Writers

Learn Civil Engineering

Keeping a steady flow of content is the backbone of digital marketing efforts. Since content is highly important for the growth and well-being of a website, writers are highly in demand. This gives an opportunity for all the avid writers to hit the cords and leap at the opportunities.

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Canada to Challenge Latest US Tariff on Softwood Lumber

ENR Construction

The trade dispute has gone on for many years, and the latest move comes in response to a decision by the U.S. in July to set a higher duty on Canadian softwood lumber.

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Civil Building in the Digital Age: CAD Designs Meet CNC Execution

Learn Civil Engineering

Introduction Why do some construction projects come in on time and under budget while others spiral out of control? The problem often lies in inefficiencies within the design and execution phases, leading to wasted materials, time, and financial resources.

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Using Bus Rapid Transit to Maximize Miami Mobility

ENR Construction

The county’s first bus rapid transit project features striking station designs and the capability to convert to rail in the future.

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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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Standard Bedroom Door Size in Feet

CivilJungle

Standard Size of Door for Residential House Residential houses are, have many types of doors, and their standard size are described below- Exterior Doors The standard width for exterior doors is usually 36 inches or 91.

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Cianbro Wins $113M Contract for Seawall Rehabilitation in Nation's Capital

ENR Construction

The rebuilt wall would better protect areas along the Potomac River and Tidal Basin against water-level rise and storm surge.

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How to Stop and Prevent Condensation on Windows?

CivilJungle

Water droplets on windows take place when hot and chilly air touches. While a part of moisture is normal, it is occasionally a significant issue, such as a broken seal.

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Detailed Planning Helps Firm Deliver Value for Clients

ENR Construction

For Martin Concrete, ENR Southeast’s Specialty Contractor of the Year, positive customer experiences are part of the plan.

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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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Glulam Weight Calculator

CivilJungle

What Is a Glulam Weight Calculator? A glulam weight calculator is a tool used to estimate the weight of a glulam (glued laminated timber) beam based on its dimensions.

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UK Shutters 104 Schools Over Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Concerns

ENR Construction

Research has raised concerns about reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete panels manufactured between the 1950s and 1970s.

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Window Replacement Companies

CivilJungle

Window Replacement Companies A new place of excellent windows can assist in better the view of your house and lessen your monthly use bill.

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Southwest Pulse for Sept. 4, 2023

ENR Construction

Project news from Dodge Data and Analytics for the Southwest region.

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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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Why small construction businesses should invest in construction management

Lets Build

Construction projects are complex, with different assets, processes, teams, and tasks to manage. Overseeing all these elements is critical for the success of any project. Seamless management can improve efficiency, simplify complexities, minimize costs, and prevent delays. As such, small construction businesses should invest in construction management software to deliver high-quality projects in the allotted budget and time.

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Southeast On the Scene: September 2023

ENR Construction

Reports from key industry events in the Southeast region.

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Manufacturing Activity Builds Confidence in Savannah

ENR Construction

Along with marquee manufacturing projects, the Savannah market is seeing growth in education and multifamily sectors.

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ENR 2023 Southeast Top Specialty Contractors: Southeast Specialty Firms Maintain a Bright Outlook

ENR Construction

Bouncing back from the COVID-19 pandemic with a busy 2022, specialty firms look forward with optimism, even as some economic concerns linger.

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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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Growing Population Brings Work to Jacksonville

ENR Construction

As the Jacksonville and Duval County areas continue to grow, transportation infrastructure and other work follows.

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Southeast Pulse: September 2023

ENR Construction

Project news from Dodge Data & Analytics for the Southeast region.

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Southeast People: September 2023

ENR Construction

Updates about construction professionals in the Southeast region.