Tue.Aug 29, 2023

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Simplify Construction Compliance with a Complete ERP Solution

Construction Business Owner

Simplify Construction Compliance with a Complete ERP Solution Complex, Multi-Faceted Construction Compliance Needs Managed with One Simple Solution mhodges Tue, 08/29/2023 - 09:46 From financial documentation and insurance/bonding requirements to labor law reporting and subcontractor and vendor documentation (and everything in between), compliance regulations and requirements weigh heavily on construction professionals.

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Facilities Management and Entropy

Job Order Contracting

Facilities Management and Entropy – Left unchecked disorder increases over time. Energy disperses, and systems dissolve into chaos. Entropy, Facilities Mangement, and the AECOO sector have more in common than they should. It’s well beyond time to stop running with the pack. Where has that gotten us? Certifications, traditional formal education, and professional training related to facilities life-cycle management and AECOO practices and practices have done little to address R

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ASCE president: IIJA just the beginning of infrastructure remediation

Construction Dive

Maria Lehman says the infusion of federal funding will help address long-neglected upkeep across the country, but states and the private sector must also pitch in.

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Scrapping of EU pollution rules to unlock 140,000 homes

Construction Enquirer

House builders have welcomed the government’s plan to scrap nutrient neutrality rules that have stalled construction of thousands of new homes. Currently, legacy EU laws on nutrient neutrality are blocking the delivery of new homes, including cases where planning permission has already been granted. Announcing plans to scrap the ‘defective’ EU laws, Levelling Up, Housing and Communities secretary, Michael Gove said: “The way EU rules have been applied has held us back. “T

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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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The Dotted Line: How to avoid skyrocketing dispute costs

Construction Dive

Big construction disagreements arise when there’s not just one error or issue, but a combination of things that went wrong, attorneys say.

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NLRB: Unions can represent workers without an election

Construction Dive

A recent Cemex decision is meant to dissuade employers from choosing to “abuse” NLRB’s election procedure, the board chairman said.

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United Utilities race for £6bn build-only framework

Construction Enquirer

United Utilities has started the hunt for contractors to deliver build-only projects for a programme worth £6bn over 10 years. The build-only framework is split into two key lots covering essentially new treatment works and new pipeline work. The north west water company’s AMP8 and AMP9 investment plans are set to be significantly larger than in previous years.

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PCL tops off $150M Toronto mass timber building

Construction Dive

Limberlost Place includes three, three-story mass timber columns, which the contractor claims are among the largest in North America.

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‘Mature’ talks with clients help McGee minimise risks

Construction Enquirer

“Mature discussions” with clients about material price rises enabled specialist engineering contractor McGee to protect its profits despite rampant inflation. Latest results for the firm for the year to November 30 2022 show pre-tax profits steady at £6.1m from £6m last time despite a dip in turnover to £83.3m for £92.2m. The company said: “Despite a challenging macro-economic environment, McGee delivered a strong performance in FY2022, highlighting its ability to anticipate, a

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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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5 construction-related ideas from Fast Company awards

Construction Dive

Modular moon habitats, autonomous trucking technology and inside-out buildings are some of the advancements that the magazine highlighted in its annual list of innovations.

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Plans in for £24m new Oldham theatre

Construction Enquirer

Plans have now been submitted for Oldham’s new £24m theatre, set to be a new home for the Coliseum at the heart of the town’s new cultural quarter. The theatre is set to be created in the historic Friends Meeting House and former Post Office, close to Gallery Oldham. Plans include a main auditorium seating more than 300 people, a 120-seat studio theatre, an education suite, and all-day café bar areas, which can also be used as additional performance spaces.

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Jacobs subsidiary and TomTom partner on transportation data

Construction Dive

StreetLight Data and TomTom will develop an analytic platform to help cities and transit agencies plan transportation and infrastructure projects.

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Feds Tout Wind Market Even as Gulf Auction Draws Just One Bid

ENR Construction

Germany-based RWE, which is developing offshore projects in New York and California, bid $5.6 million for its 102,000-acre site off Louisiana in the Aug.

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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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Rosendin picks new CEO, CFO for succession plan

Construction Dive

Two long-time company vets will enter the C-suite at the employee-owned electrical contractor, with another slotted to take over its West region.

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US Energy Dept. Pushes $300M for State, Local Transmission Projects

ENR Construction

Energy Secretary touts grants from new Inflation Reduction Act for infrastructure siting projects to speed connection of renewable power sources

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VacuMax™ Vacuum Insulating Glass (VIG) by Vitro

BD+C

VacuMax™ Vacuum Insulating Glass (VIG) by Vitro 1 kcichowicz Tue, 08/29/2023 - 10:26 VacuMax ™ VIG by Vitro lets you turn more walls into windows, with its slim construction and superior center of glass R-values of R14+.

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Digital Builder Ep 61: Exploring Unexpected Career Paths in Construction

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Being a founder and CEO isn't for the faint of heart. Entrepreneurship is like a roller coaster ride with unique obstacles, intense pressure, and uncertainty. And when you do it in an industry like construction—which grapples with tight margins, project risks, and labor issues—the challenges can seem overwhelming. However, overcoming these hurdles can lead to innovation and change, all while carving a new path for diversity and inclusion within the industry.

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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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How Many Tons in a Yard of Stone?

CivilJungle

How Many Tons in a Yard of Stone? The world of construction and landscaping often involves intricate measurements and conversions to ensure that projects are completed accurately and efficiently.

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FEMA Awards $2.4B in Infrastructure Resilence Grants

ENR Construction

The agency picked 273 projects to share in the grants, which are not generally greater than $50 million.

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How Many Bags of Concrete Do I Need for a 5×10 Slab?

CivilJungle

How Many Bags of Concrete Do I Need for a 5×10 Slab? The material combines Portland cement, water, sand, and aggregate with the accepted element.

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OSHA Fines Contractor $18K in Fatal Sea Isle, NJ, Balcony Collapse

ENR Construction

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration probe into the fatal February collapse of an oceanfront condo balcony found a failure by the contractor to properly stabilize it and improper securing of lifelines.

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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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7 Trench Safety Misconceptions That Put Workers at Risk

Contractor Magazine

Understand the facts to better protect your workers in the trenches.

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OSHA Fines Contractor in Fatal Sea Isle, NJ, Balcony Collapse

ENR Construction

A failure to properly stabilize a balcony that later collapsed and improper securing of lifelines are among the findings of an investigation by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration into the fatal collapse of an oceanfront balcony in Sea Isle, N.J., back in February.

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How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Garage Door?

CivilJungle

How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Garage Door?

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Worley Fiscal 2023 Net Income Falls Steeply

ENR Construction

Revenue is up, the firm said, but the June sale of its refinery maintenance business caused the net income drop in a year of changes.

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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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FEMA Awards $2.4B in Infrastructure Resilience Grants

ENR Construction

The agency picked 273 projects to share in the grants, which are not generally greater than $50 million.