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Bracing for rising seas, a Hawaii county makes builders prep for year 2100

Construction Dive

Kaua’i County is one of the nation’s first to base construction regulations on projected sea-level rise. A planning official explains how others could follow.

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Boost Construction Collaboration with These AU 2023 Classes

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Collaboration is a cornerstone of the construction industry. Time and time again, we’ve seen that the most successful teams and projects are the ones with solid communication and collaboration practices. If you’re looking to improve collaboration within your teams, Autodesk University has what you need. Taking place in Las Vegas from November 13-15, AU 2023 offers insightful workshops, expert-led sessions, and networking opportunities to foster team collaboration and elevate your project outcome

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Most contractors unprepared for cyberattacks

Construction Dive

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

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California To Be Key Buyer of Floating Offshore Wind Energy

ENR Construction

The state would buy uncontracted energy from offshore sites and sell to utilities to propel market, as key developer Equinor launches first undersea robotic analysis and design of its project site off Morro Bay.

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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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Suffolk taps Clark exec for EVP role

Construction Dive

Brett Earnest will take over as the Boston-based builder’s federal, mission critical and aviation and transportation leader.

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5 construction technology firms snare funding

Construction Dive

Three startups completed seed rounds and two established companies bolstered their coffers in recent months.

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Empowering Workforce Development: Bridging Shortages and Embracing Diversity in the Construction Industry

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In an ever-evolving world, the construction industry is a backbone of progress, building cities and infrastructure that shape the future. However, behind its towering accomplishments lies an urgent challenge - a shortage of skilled workers threatening to slow down this vital sector. At the heart of the solution lies the imperative to encourage a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

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High Interest Rates, Labor Woes Persist in Third Quarter

ENR Construction

As the construction industry continues to grapple with the difficulties of the last several years, some sectors have fared better than others, and experts predict there is still some time to come before these issues have been settled.

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Unlocking Security and Aesthetics: The Vital Role of Flush Access Doors 

Civiconcepts

When it comes to securing your spaces and maintaining a sleek, uncluttered appearance, flush access doors play an indispensable role. These often-neglected components can provide security to your space.

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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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Saudi Arabia Shortlists Contractors for $1B in Solar Power Projects

ENR Construction

Five of 15 domestic and international bidders are shortlisted to build two photovoltaic projects with a total capacity of 1,500 MW.

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Unleashing the Potential of Flex Rooms: Designing Your Space for Ultimate Versatility

CivilJungle

What Is A Flex Room? Multipurpose or “flex rooms” are plentiful throughout the house. Homeowners may use it initially as a storage area and eventually convert it into a study or a game room.

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Prices Level Off for Used Machines as Manufacturers Sort Out Supply Chain Issues

ENR Construction

While shopping around for a used piece of construction equipment through the usual channels has taken some creative sourcing in recent years, this summer has seen prices stabilize for the most part.

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Plumbing Precision: The Advantages of Using Recessed Valve Boxes for a Neat and Efficient System 

Civiconcepts

Businesses must have an efficient plumbing system to keep the water clean and effectively manage the wastewater in homes and business establishments.

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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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Changes And Delays Ahead

ENR Construction

New regulations published by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dramatically reduce federal protections of previously regulated streams and wetlands.

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Contractors Battle Bitter Winters at $11.8B Site C Hydro Project in Canada

ENR Construction

Despite harsh elements and a remote site, an army of workers reach critical milestones on decade-long dam project in British Columbia.

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Craftworker Wages Continue to Rise Amid Labor Shortages

ENR Construction

Labor shortages and inflationary pressures continue to push up craftworker wages with recent settlements trending toward levels not seen in decades.

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3Q Confidence Index: Positivity Grows Among Construction Executives

ENR Construction

ENR’s Construction Industry Confidence Index rose this quarter to its highest rating since Q1 of 2022, up six points to a nearly stable 46 rating.

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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 Economics for October 2, 2023

ENR Construction

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.

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Pulse for the Week of October 2, 2023

ENR Construction

Information from Pulse is derived from the Dodge Construction Network, the most powerful source of information, insights, and connections in the commercial construction industry.