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FEBRUARY 1, 2024

How to Build a Strong Safety Program ccapoccia Thu, 02/01/2024 - 15:38 Team member safety is on the minds of organization leaders each day. Successful companies know the importance of keeping their teams safe, no matter the type of work they do or the conditions in which they do them. A safe workplace is also critical to employee recruitment and retention, which are important in today’s competitive employment environment.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

An airplane hangar being built by Meridian, Idaho-based Big D Builders collapsed yesterday afternoon at the Boise Airport.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Construction Safety Degrees: What to Expect Explore the components and benefits of a construction safety degree. mhodges Thu, 02/01/2024 - 12:16 Safety is a significant concern at construction sites, and as a construction business-owner your No. 1 priority is keeping your crew safe. Columbia Southern University’s bachelor’s in occupational safety and health with a concentration in construction safety covers relevant topics handling hazardous materials, contractor safety, risk management and mor

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Updates to prevailing wage laws will impact builders looking to win in the booming federal infrastructure market.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

A strong financial base in construction is as vital for success as a solid physical foundation is for any building project. Despite this, both general contractors and subcontractors struggle with the complexities of the payment process and face significant cash flow obstacles. Paired with razor-thin profit margins, it’s increasingly difficult for construction firms to build and maintain the financial foundation necessary to compete and thrive in the industry.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Contractors seeking new tools and equipment turned out in Las Vegas for the World of Concrete show, partially buoyed by more infrastructure projects and a tight labor market.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

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

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

A bill that includes $78 billion worth of tax breaks for businesses–including engineering firms and construction contractors–and an expanded child tax credit has cleared an important hurdle with House approval of the package.

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Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In a recent Board decision dated December 13, 2023, the United States Army Corps of Engineers sought to amend its answer in the case of APPEALS OF – KELLOGG BROWN & ROOT SERVICES, INC., under Contract No. W912GB-13-C-0011. The proposed amendment introduces an affirmative defense, contending that Kellogg Brown & Root Services, Inc. (KBR) made material misrepresentations in its proposal, rendering the fully-performed contract void ab initio.

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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.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Contractors seeking out new tools and equipment turned out in Las Vegas for the World of Concrete show, partially buoyed by infrastructure projects and a tight labor market.

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Wolgast Corporation

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

As I’ve gone through the benefits of Design-Build in a recent campaign to inform more business owners about their options, it’s important to discuss the time savings that result from this construction delivery process. We stress the importance of time because we know that the faster construction is completed, the faster you can start generating income in your new space.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Carrier Behavioral Health at Raritan Bay Medical Center, which utilized Kenall Manufacturing’s lighting fixtures. Photos courtesy Kenall Manufacturing. By Nate Heiking The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Infrastructure Investment Jobs Act (IIJA) are two federal laws that present tremendous opportunities for implementing energy-efficient upgrades, such as new interior lighting systems.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Prioritizing water quality with the WELL Building Standard 0 qpurcell Thu, 02/01/2024 - 12:08 Standards In this edition of Building WELLness, DC WELL Accredited Professionals Hannah Arthur and Alex Kircher highlight an important item of the WELL Building Standard: water. Hannah Arthur, RA, LEED Green Associate, WELL AP Healthcare Facilities Engineers Architects Building Owners Standards In each edition of Building WELLness, DC WELL Accredited Professionals Hannah Arthur and Alex Kircher highli

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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?

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Construction Law

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Barrister, arbitrator and adjudicator Karen Gough of 39 Essex Chambers chaired the drafting committee for the new Model Law for adjudication, which aims to represent the best of global current practice. She explains how the Model Law can spread the benefits of adjudication to jurisdictions that do not enjoy access to it already. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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Construction Today

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In the heart of Oklahoma City, a new architectural marvel is poised to redefine the city’s skyline. The proposed Legends Tower, a project spearheaded by AO Architects and Matteson Capital, is set to become the tallest building in America. With a planned height of 1,907 feet, this supertall structure not only aims to surpass current record-holders like One World Trade Center but also symbolizes… Source The post The New Tallest Building in America Revealed appeared first on Constr

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Construction Law

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Shona Frame and Karan Kamath of CMS review the highlights of construction law in Scotland during 2023. Important developments were seen in areas including fire safety, and court rulings affecting prescription and limitation. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law. If you have a subscription please log in to read the rest of the story.

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Construction Today

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Calgary, Alberta – The city of Calgary has selected CAA Icon, an American firm, as the development manager for the construction of a new downtown arena and entertainment district. The contract will pay CAA Icon $18.9 million for overseeing the $926 million project over three years. The fee raised some eyebrows, as it is significantly higher than what was included under the previous arena… Source The post The Cost of Constructing Calgary’s New Downtown Arena appeared first on Co

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Construction Law

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Joanna Higgins of Pinsent Masons looks back on the key developments of 2023 and forward to some important further developments expected during 2024. Some cases in 2023 have effectively changed the law after decades of different rules being applied. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law. If you have a subscription please log in to read the rest of the story.

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Construction Today

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Gordie Howe International Bridge linking Windsor, Canada and Detroit has encountered pandemic-driven obstacles, including 10 month delays and a 12.3% budget overrun. As one of the largest current infrastructure projects spanning the U.S.-Canada border, the development offers insight into executing mega-builds across national divides.

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Construction Law

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

“Hot-tubbing” is another term for “concurrent expert evidence”. It refers to a dispute resolution procedure in which both parties’ experts give their evidence together at a hearing or trial, with questions being posed to the experts at the same time by the judge or arbitrator(s). This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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Contractor Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.174 trillion.

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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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Construction Law

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

This table, prepared by Alignment Media , provides a regularly amended guide to new and proposed legislation that will affect the construction industry. In addition to EU Directives and UK legislation, the table includes notes highlighting discussion papers issued by both government and non-government organisations, and commentary on the latest developments.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Five of the injured victims were hospitalized in critical condition.

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Construction Law

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In our latest Alternative Dispute Resolution series article Aileen Banks and Tracey Summerell of Dentons UK and Middle East LLP suggest some timely measures to take to avoid disputes arising. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law. If you have a subscription please log in to read the rest of the story.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Turner plans to use prefabricated modular assemblies for the project.

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Civiconcepts

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

With a savvy eye and a sprinkle of creativity, transforming your home into a jewelry-inspired haven is possible.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Five of the injured victims were hospitalized in critical condition.

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Construction Law

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Our insurance expert John D Wright of JD Risk Associates examines issues arising from Contracts Works Insurance policies. Not all contingencies are covered, he warns, despite policies being described as “all risks”. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law. If you have a subscription please log in to read the rest of the story.

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