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Prefab Steel vs. Traditional Construction: Which Is Right For You?

Construction Marketing

Prefab steel construction is transforming the building landscape with its innovative approach. This method utilizes prefabricated components, offering a modern alternative to traditional building practices. Choosing between prefab steel and traditional construction involves matching the method to your project’s needs. This guide will clarify these options, providing a balanced view to inform your decision.

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Hunt Realty plans $5B downtown Dallas redevelopment

Construction Dive

The proposed project will include a dozen new apartment buildings, a hotel, shops and offices next to the new convention center.

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The impacts of affordability, remote work, and personal safety on urban life

BD+C

The impacts of affordability, remote work, and personal safety on urban life 0 qpurcell Mon, 12/18/2023 - 10:06 Urban Planning Data from Gensler's City Pulse Survey shows that although people are satisfied with their city's experience, it may not be enough. Sofia Song MFPRO+ Blog Affordable Housing Luxury Residential Headquarters Designers Architects Coronavirus Industry Research The Changing Built Environment Urban Planning Cities today are at a crossroads: most urban residents believe that the

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Illinois court asked: Are defects covered by general liability insurance?

Construction Dive

The ruling, passed down from the state’s supreme court, could affect which issues contractors choose to litigate with insurers across the country.

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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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OSHA Inspectors Swap Their Hardhats for Type II Safety Helmets

ENR Construction

OSHA also recommends the use of safety helmets on construction sites, but has not mandated the change.

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Survey reveals ‘deep-rooted’ payment challenges in Scottish construction

Construction Law

The Construction Industry Collective Voice (CICV) has called for urgent reform to the Scottish construction sector after it revealed the results of a survey highlighting struggles with payment delays and financial strain. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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California doles out $1.1B in infrastructure, resiliency funds

Construction Dive

The money includes more than $300 million for projects to make the state’s roads more climate adaptable.

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All You Need to Know About Sliding Windows: Types, Installation, Replacement, and Pros & Cons

CivilJungle

Introduction of Sliding Windows It is easier to open and close a strategically oriented small window to capture current winds. This window plays a major part in the home’s natural ventilation.

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How to gain respect from experienced co-workers

Construction Dive

Young construction leaders must learn how to navigate relationships with the seasoned pros on their team, according to an industry consultant.

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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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Government unable to demonstrate value for money in procurement

Construction Law

The Government has been declared unable to demonstrate whether value for money is being achieved across procurements totalling £259 Billion in 2021-22 by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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Gilbane Named CM for $430M Baltimore Ravens Stadium Renovation

ENR Construction

The plans call for improvements to fan-facing areas as well as infrastructure work.

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UK Transport infrastructure delivery to be reviewed by former Siemens head

Construction Law

The UK’s Labour party has appointed the former head of Siemens to lead a review into rail and other transport infrastructure. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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Redevelopment to Bring New Energy to National Landing

ENR Construction

Team overcomes utility challenges at 1900 Crystal Drive in Arlington, Va.

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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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Council fined £2M after death of roadworker

Construction Law

Newport City Council has been fined £2million after a roadwork was killed while carrying out road repair works. Stephen Bell was barrowing tarmac from the back of the local authority’s tipper lorry in July 2019 when he was struck by a farm vehicle passing the road works. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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Life of an Architect Podcast Ep. 141: Yearapalooza

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Life of an Architect Podcast Ep. 141: Yearapalooza Life of an Architect Podcast dbarista Mon, 12/18/2023 - 10:04 It's December 2023, and Andrew and I find ourselves in front of the microphone for the final time until 2024. It is the annual state of the state address where we look back at all the interesting bits and pieces covered over the last 12 months while providing a sneak peak at the adventures to come in 2024.

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Planning changes expected to make housebuilding targets advisory

Construction Law

Controversial new planning rules have been promised for release this week which are expected to mean that local authorities will not have to set aside greenbelt land to meet future housing needs. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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ENR MidAtlantic 2023 Top Specialty Contractors: Region’s Specialty Firms Hold Bright Outlook for 2024

ENR Construction

While disrupted supply chains, soaring material and labor costs and rising interest rates have hurled construction into choppy economic waters the last several years, the MidAtlantic’s specialty construction firms are starting to get their sea legs again.

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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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Biden Administration Issues Final Rule Implementing Executive Order on Project Labor Agreements

Contractor Magazine

Order will require every prime contractor and subcontractor on a federal construction project of $35 million or more to sign a project labor agreement.

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2023 MidAlantic Specialty Contractor of the Year: Va. Mechanical Firm Sees Major Growth

ENR Construction

Chesapeake, Va.-based JRC Mechanical, ENR MidAtlantic's Specialty Contractor of the Year, has evolved from small shop to big regional player.

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MidAtlantic People: December 2023

ENR Construction

Updates about construction professionals in the MidAtlantic region.

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City Scoop: Harrisburg

ENR Construction

Dodge offers data on 2023 starts in the greater Harrisburg area.

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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!