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What Is Construction Marketing And Why Is It Important?

Construction Marketing

Construction marketing is a specialized field of marketing that focuses on promoting services and products related to the construction industry. It is vital as it helps construction businesses establish their brand, reach potential clients, and ultimately grow their business. It’s not just about making sales, but about fostering relationships and building a reputation that can lead to long-term success in a highly competitive industry.

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Construction has happiest workers of any industry

Construction Dive

Rising wages and plentiful jobs have kept employees' spirits high, but watch for signs of discontent, a new report says.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Mike White, Director of Design and Construction at North Point Hospitality

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Overseeing large and complex construction projects requires quite a bit of skill and experience. Aside from industry and project knowledge, you need solid leadership and management skills to navigate unique challenges and ensure successful outcomes. Mike White , Director of Design and Construction at North Point Hospitality (NPH) , is one individual who possesses these traits and abilities.

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Army Corps launches $7.5B dam safety loan program

Construction Dive

The nation's decrepit dams desperately need rehabilitation, something the new loans are designed to fund.

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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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Five Years After Cat-5 Hurricane Hit, Florida AFB's $5B Rebuild Focuses on Resilience

ENR Construction

After being nearly leveled by Hurricane Michael in 2018, Tyndall Air Force Base restoration aims to create the "installation of the future.

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We don’t have a non-compliant payroll… do we? 

Construction Today

Before the advent of a web-based, easy-to-use payroll system, but after the time of quill and inkwell, The Department of Labor and contractors responsible for Davis Bacon compliant payrolls ‘estimated their compliance’ via a random sampling. Every check – for every employee – was not inspected for compliance issues. Mr. Kenn Umlauf, a retired project engineer for the Florida Department of.

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Sea-Tac airport expansion moves ahead with $399M approval

Construction Dive

The Port of Seattle Commission green-lit the budget for the Concourse C project, slated to be built by Turner Construction.

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While the construction industry is built on dependable labor, QLM’s vision for success goes beyond the job site  

Construction Today

Over the past few years, the labor shortage across global industries has been a major challenge and the construction industry has struggled to find people, let alone skilled people. A solution to help those short on hands is to align with the right partner: this is where Quality Labor Management (QLM) – the skilled service provider – has made its mark in the market, by building a tight.

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Specifying corrosion inhibiting admixtures for concrete structures

Construction Specifier

Photo © Spettacolare/Dreamstime.com. By Julie Holmquist, Ash Hasania, and Lisa Marston In construction, service life demands are increasingly rising. It is becoming more common to receive design requests for bridges, high-rises, and other concrete structures with service lives of 100 or 150 years. How is an engineer to keep up with these demands while staying within a limited budget?

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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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Explore the future of construction with Philip Lund-Nielsen  

Construction Today

The construction industry, a key pillar of the global economy, continues to evolve as it seeks more efficient and sustainable solutions to meet the demands of a rapidly growing world. Amidst the pursuit of innovation, 3D printing emerges as a game-changer, offering a promising pathway to address various challenges and open new possibilities. The construction industry is the world’s largest sector.

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Unlocking efficiency: results from the IBA one week Dezide Proof of Concept

Dezide

Medical device company IBA (Ion Beam Applications), the world leader in particle accelerator technology, has selected Dezide to amplify its field service troubleshooting efforts. This follows a remarkably successful one-week Proof of Concept (PoC), proving how to revolutionize how the company tackles problem-solving. “Working with Dezide has been an invaluable experience for IBA.

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A Review of 2023’s Construction Highlights and What to Expect Next: A Summary

Constructlaw

In 2023, the construction industry saw significant developments, such as a downward trend in the commercial real estate market, a continued focus on sustainability, and the ongoing impact of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. International construction arbitration remained a preferred dispute resolution method for large-scale projects, while the energy industry prioritized safety, reliability, and compliance with clean energy directives, leading an increase in energy construction and pu

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How Heartland Acoustics and Interiors empowers its workforce through safety and development program

Construction Today

Colorado-based niche specialty contractor Heartland Acoustics and Interiors Ltd (Heartland) leads the industry with services including suspended acoustical, metal, wood, and security ceilings, wall panels, and stretch wall systems, as well as specialty interiors. Since its establishment in 1997, Heartland has experienced consistent growth and customer satisfaction.

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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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Construction Law: October 2023

Construction Law

Editor’s comment Procurement slammed in Edinburgh Tram inquiry report Editor Nick Barrett laments the ‘litany of failures’ identified in Lord Hardie’s report into the Edinburgh Tram fiasco. Lessons must obviously be learned for future procurements; but none of them are new. News Our news round up highlights the Edinburgh Tram Inquiry report that lays bare procurement and procurement inadequacies; the Court of Appeal allows a challenge to Sizewell C to proceed; and Transport Scotland caves into

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It may not be easy to decarbonize the building sector, but it is possible 

Construction Today

Facts are facts: the building sector is a significant contributor to carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, both in the US and globally. Achievable solutions must be explored and pursued, as GHG emissions contribute to the widespread and worsening impacts of human-induced climate change. Emissions also have adverse effects on local environments and populations by compromising.

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Removing Texture from Walls: Tips and Techniques for a Smooth Finish

CivilJungle

How to Remove Texture from Walls? Texturing is an old-fashioned of adding interest to a wall. One of the longest-standing ways of covering up imperfection or adding some extra character to walls is to add a.

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Safeguarding the construction industry in the digital age. By Margaret Rose and Bradley Sussman

Construction Today

The adoption of new and advanced technologies has allowed for a digital transformation across business industries. Infrastructure and services supported by technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), advanced analytics (AA), cyber-physical systems (CPS), machine learning (ML), and robotics have paved the way for increased productivity, efficiency, connectivity.

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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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UK Shortlists Six to Advance Small Nuclear Reactor Designs

ENR Construction

U.S. developer TerraPower's natrium design is not among those of U.S., British and French developers selected for next phase of fast-track competition.

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Exploring the advantages of mass timber construction. By Dean Lewis and Steve Clem

Construction Today

In recent years, the rise of sustainable and innovative building materials has brought about the emergence of mass timber construction as a compelling alternative to traditional steel and concrete methods. Combining environmental consciousness, efficiency and aesthetics, mass timber is transforming the way building design and construction are approached.

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Five Years After Cat-5 Hurricane Hit, Florida AFB $5B Rebuild Focuses on Resilience

ENR Construction

After being nearly leveled by Hurricane Michael in 2018, Tyndall Air Force Base restoration aims to create the "installation of the future.

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Pollyanna Cunningham of ICE shares her enthusiasm and dedication to educating the pile driving and drilling industry

Construction Today

International Construction Equipment (ICE®) is the largest supplier of pile driving and drilling equipment in North America. The business offers the largest rental fleet in the industry, with a global distribution network and one of the most complete lines of deep foundation equipment available. Pollyanna Cunningham, Vice President Marketing, Brand and Media Relations at ICE® shares her insights.

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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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UK Names Six Developers to Advance Small Nuclear Reactor Designs

ENR Construction

U.S. developer TerraPower's natrium design is not among those of U.S., British and French developers shortlisted for next phase of fast-track competition.

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Built on his family’s values, Tony Santora discusses how A&E Construction Co. has maintained its longevity 

Construction Today

E Construction Co. (A&E) is a family construction business, started by Bud Santora, and based in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. Since 1978, the business has specialized in commercial construction. The company has grown through great relationships and nurtured longevity. We hear from Tony Santora, CEO, about the success of the company, and how it has maintained its prosperity for nearly 50 years.

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Brock Canada is reaching new heights through strategic partnerships 

Construction Today

Brock Canada, formerly known as Steeplejack Ltd., – a subsidiary of The Brock Group – has been a prominent player in providing multi-craft support services throughout the Canadian market for over 50 years. The company offers a comprehensive services portfolio that includes industrial scaffolding, insulation, protective coatings, abatement, rope access, and fireproofing that are actively marketed.

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From design expertise to exceptional customer service, DRB Group ensures every home buying journey is a success story 

Construction Today

Headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, real estate development expert DRB Group is the United States’ 5th largest private builder and the 21st largest homebuilder overall. With over 30 years of industry experience, DRB Group is led by highly regarded, well-tenured real estate executives and professionals. The organization is well-versed in all aspects of residential homebuilding.

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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!