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Construction Cost Data Integrity

Job Order Contracting

Construction Cost Data Integrity is one of the most overlooked items in preparing a detailed Scope of Work. Construction Cost Data Integrity Requirements #1 Objectivity #2 Current, Local Market Information #3 High Granularity #4 Standardized Terms, Definitions, and Data Architecture #1 Objectivity Cost data must be professionally researched with source including, but not limited to, local, regional, and national materials suppliers as appropriate, prevailing wage rates for all associated trades

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‘It appears to be a total loss’: Wildfires devastate Lahaina’s infrastructure

Construction Dive

Last week’s blaze took out power lines, roads and water systems in Maui, Hawaii, local officials say, but no major construction projects seem to have been affected.

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Relationship-based Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting

Relationship-based Job Order Contracting Innovative, market tested solution Cost effective Leverages experience of design-builders Direct Owner/Design-Builder communication and collaboration – Owner PM & Design/Builder PM Comprehensive detailed scope of work construction proceeding prior to completion of the design documentation; Reduced confrontation between owners and design/builders Early and ongoing involvement of all stakehholders Performance-based reward systems Fewer change orde

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Federal money buoys construction, engineering firms

Construction Dive

More than 36,000 transportation improvement projects have advanced due to the IIJA, according to the American Road and Transportation Builders Association.

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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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Public Sector Construction Procurement is BROKEN.

Job Order Contracting

Public Sector Construction Procurement is BROKEN. Why? Each and every day the procurement of facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction services occurs without any current, objective, verifiable cost information. This activity is in direct violation of the fiducicary responsibility of public sector organizations. How? Most public sector organizations do not use local market, verifiable, and granluar cost data to establish a construction cost estimate.

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Embracing Integrations: When Access Control Becomes Greater Than the Sum of Its Parts

BD+C

Embracing Integrations: When Access Control Becomes Greater Than the Sum of Its Parts 1 kcichowicz Tue, 08/15/2023 - 09:23 Multifamily Housing Multifamily Housing There are certain things in life that, when combined, become more powerful than when they stand alone. Peanut butter and jelly, melody and lyrics, or smartphones and apps—each pair works harmoniously to offer something greater than its individual parts.

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Lendlease pauses $1.2B San Francisco mixed-use tower, its biggest US project

Construction Dive

The Australia-based developer and contractor confirmed the news on Monday, about a month after it laid off 10% of its global staff.

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Gateway Shortlists Three Teams for $250M Hudson Riverbed Stabilization

ENR Construction

Weeks Marine, a Walsh-Traylor Bros. joint venture and a Cashman-Trevi Icos JV are on shortlist for key contract on $16B New Jersey-New York rail crossing.

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USACE taps Turner for $389M military flood contract

Construction Dive

The project calls for two buildings at Offutt Air Force Base in Omaha, Nebraska, that will sit above the 100-year floodplain after a deluge on the Missouri River in 2019.

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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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IEW Construction plays a significant role in building and repairing New Jersey’s infrastructure 

Construction Today

Heavy highway construction company, IEW Construction Group (IEW), has played an interesting and dynamic role in New Jersey, the state in which it is based, throughout its long history. It has gained a positive reputation in the region for its commitment to customer satisfaction, being a first responder, and for its dedication to the men and women who work for the organization.

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Autodesk Construction Champions 2023: 25 People Powering the Future of Construction 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Many things make construction an exceptional field to work in. For one, it’s an opportunity to build a physical legacy. There's also the technology side, where innovations like AI, AR, and robotics take the construction sector to the next level of advancement. Additionally, the construction has made significant strides in sustainability and inclusivity, so professionals can contribute to a greener future while enjoying a more diverse work environment.

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Despite an array of challenges, Lumbermens continues to platform industry-leading solutions for construction 

Construction Today

Lumbermens Merchandising Corporation is the largest member-owned forest products and building materials buying group in the US. Founded in 1935, LMC was established as a cooperative to provide independent lumber and building material dealers with the collective purchasing power and resources they need to compete in the marketplace. Construction Today hears from President and CEO, Paul Ryan.

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Digital Builder Ep 59: Future-Proofing Workflows with BIM and Digital Twins

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The perception that construction is always an old-school industry is highly inaccurate—and has been for quite some time. The construction sector has made massive efforts in technology and innovation in the last few years, and we're in an excellent position to redefine the future of the built environment. Who better to discuss the intersection of modern technology and construction practices than Amr Raafat , Chief Innovation Officer, Windover Construction ?

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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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Boosting construction productivity with digital twins and augmented reality   

Construction Today

As digital methods continue to revolutionize construction, the industry is going far beyond staples like Building Information Modeling (BIM). Increasingly advanced solutions like digital twins and Augmented Reality (AR) are finding a home on modern construction sites, dovetailing with solutions such as advanced sensor and data-harnessing technologies.

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Adolfson & Peterson completes 2 Texas hospitals worth $37M

Construction Dive

The medical facilities, which recently celebrated their grand openings, are over 100,000 square feet combined.

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Increase in construction spending ignites the need for new technology  

Construction Today

mid ongoing economic uncertainty and a looming recession, most industries have experienced massive budget cuts, layoffs, downsizing, and other measures intended to safeguard organizational profitability in today’s largely unstable market. Despite these widespread obstacles, the opposite has been true for the construction industry. Following the introduction of the Infrastructure Investment and.

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NYC to Reissue RFQ for Manhattan Jail Following Construction Market Changes

ENR Construction

City officials plan to replace the Rikers Island jail with facilities in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens.

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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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Protecting construction schedules: five strategies to minimize supply chain disruptions. By Daniel Stilling  

Construction Today

A construction company’s track record of delivering projects on or (better yet) ahead of schedule has been a longstanding benchmark for evaluating a firm’s capabilities. Construction professionals often highlight their skills in effectively managing schedules, procuring materials, and efficiently coordinating critical project aspects to ensure jobs are successfully delivered and closed out by the.

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Manhattan's Landmark U.S. Custom House Getting Greener-Material Repairs

ENR Construction

U.S. General Services Administration announces Custom House project as a "showcase" for sustainable retrofits.

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The groundbreaking benefits of scanning technology, 185 feet over San Francisco Bay  

Construction Today

Bridges, as vital infrastructure connecting communities and facilitating economic growth, require regular maintenance and occasional replacement of worn-out components. Art Yukhin, President & CEO of Artec 3D, shares how 3D scanning can make accurately measuring and obtaining data from ageing bridge structures in challenging conditions, possible.

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Lendlease Pauses Construction of San Francisco Tower In Another Sign of Real Estate Woe

ENR Construction

The $1.2B Hayes Point mixed-use project had broken ground last year.

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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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Video telematics is driving the construction industry to a safer future 

Construction Today

Construction sites are hazardous places and have the second highest number of occupational deaths, making it one of the most dangerous industries in which to work. However, new 360° video telematics with real-time data can help reduce one of the common causes of construction site injuries: incidents involving vehicles. Matthew Ison, Head of Sales for North America at VisionTrack.

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AU 2023 Classes to Advance Your Construction Tech Usage

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Advancing your career in construction is almost like being inside a “choose your own adventure” story. There are many options to pick from, and it’s entirely up to you to decide which path to take. That being said, most of the career paths in construction today have one thing in common: the need for tech skills. Whether you’re looking to get into design, engineering, construction, or any other field in the industry—being familiar with the latest construction technology will give you a leg up.

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Deb Cloutier of Legence shares her commitment to improving the performance of the built environment 

Construction Today

A legion of companies committed to making the spaces we occupy healthier and more sustainable, Legence offers an integrated suite of services designed to drive building performance, decrease costs, and overcome any project challenge. “I am Chief Sustainability Officer at Legence, which is an end-to-end solution provider to decarbonize the built environment,” Deb Cloutier begins.

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How Much Is a Yard of Dirt?

CivilJungle

How Much Does a Ton of Dirt Weigh? Generally, a ton of dirt weighs 2000 pounds/lbs or 907 kg.

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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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Building on tradition and pioneering the future with ADCO Electric 

Construction Today

Adco Electrical Corp (Adco), has over 45 years of experience and expertise, and works with some of the industry’s top clients. In both design-assist and construction services, Adco works shoulder-to-shoulder with clients, driving cutting-edge advances in electrical and low voltage systems in various sectors, including healthcare and biotech facilities, airports and airline hubs.

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Stakeholders Cite Technology Risks In Cutting Power Plant Emissions

ENR Construction

Proposed EPA mandate's reliance on hydrogen and carbon capture evoked concern in comments sent by an Aug. 9 deadline, but supporters say investment in clean transition approaches already are well underway.

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The team at Buzzi Unicem shares significant strides in its sustainability strategy 

Construction Today

Buzzi S.p.A is an Italian company, quoted on the Borsa Italiana, that produces cement, ready mix concrete, and construction aggregates. Massimo Toso, President & CEO Buzzi Unicem USA, has been with the business for 20 years: in his current role and based in the US for the past ten years, and prior to that, managing the Italian market. “We are an international company,” he begins.