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CONSTRUCTION PROJECT FAILURE FACTORS

Job Order Contracting

Contruction failure factors are have been fully documented. Recognizing these causal factors and implementing available solutions can substantially reduce the number of failed projects, and more efficiently achieve other project objectives. The real area of befuddlement is why real property owners have not changed the decades old legacy of rampant economic and environmental waste plaguing the AECCO sector (AECOO – Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owner, Operator).

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Designing For Well-being: How Architectural Landscapes Promote Mental Health

The Constructor

Designing for well-being, or improving the environment through careful thought and attention to detail, has become an important concept today. This is especially true when it comes to promoting mental health. Architectural landscapes, which are designed to provide mental and physical health benefits, are popping up in cities all over the world. What are architectural […] The post Designing For Well-being: How Architectural Landscapes Promote Mental Health appeared first on The Constructor.

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Construction Suicide Prevention Week 2023

Viewpoint Construction Technology

This week, September 4-9, is Construction Suicide Prevention Week. we’ve rounded up some of our favorite and most valuable resources to share!

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Shared challenges: Why preconstruction is suddenly so important

Construction Dive

General contractors such as Mortenson, Messer and PCL say project collaboration is happening much earlier and with greater transparency than before the pandemic.

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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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Getting the Most Out of a Construction Phase Plan

Viewpoint Construction Technology

We discuss what a Construction Phase Plan is, and how you can implement one effectively on your UK construction projects.

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Fieldwire and Hilti: Leading construction productivity through software and hardware

Fieldwire

To bolster its offerings as the digital transformation partner of choice for its customers, Hilti acquired Fieldwire , a U.S.-based jobsite management software company , in 2021. This strategic acquisition is part of the company’s vision of becoming a global leader in jobsite productivity. Fieldwire is on a mission to become the world’s most trusted field management solution for construction teams on projects of any scale.

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Shared lessons: The promise and pitfalls of preconstruction technology

Construction Dive

Tech has turned a corner during the planning stage of projects, but more work remains to meet schedule and budget constraints.

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Supporting the Community Efforts of Easterseals

PC Construction

Over the past few years, we have developed a nice partnership with our friends at the local Easterseals facility in Daytona, Florida. We like to check in from time-to-time to make sure they have everything they need to serve the more than 17,000 individuals and families who rely on their good work. Last week, Office Engineer Ben Stevens and I happily delivered a few wish list items – an exterior flowerbed for outdoor learning and rolling desk stations to help Easterseals therapists more efficien

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Balfour Beatty sued by EEOC for sexual harassment

Construction Dive

A worker allegedly texted explicit photos and made sexual advances to a woman working as a truck driver on a North Carolina highway project.

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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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Skilled Labor Shortage Adds to Contractors' Staffing Woes, AGC Survey Finds

ENR Construction

An AGC survey held in July and August found 81% of contractors are using higher pay and other incentives to attract skilled workers to fill open positions that 88% of them reported they were having a hard time filling.

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The top 10 colleges for student housing deliveries this fall

Construction Dive

Off-campus residential projects are flourishing near tech schools, particularly in the Southeast, according to an expert.

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Demystifying Autodesk Technology: Unlocking Efficiency for Factory Planning and Factory Design

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Welcome back to our blog series aimed at demystifying Autodesk technology for design and manufacturing. In this article, we will investigate how Autodesk Construction Cloud workflows can be leveraged for factory planning and factory design, with insights from our expert, Ives Veelaert , Autodesk's Principal Technical Solutions Executive for EMEA. Today, we will focus on multiple collaborative workflows spanning multiple products for factory layout.

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SEC cyber disclosure rules take effect: What to expect

Construction Dive

With enforcement on the horizon, many of the SEC's rules for material disclosures are subject to interpretation.

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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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IoT in Construction Meets Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the Job Site

ENR Construction

The Internet of Things (IoT) has been a hot topic lately in the construction industry and beyond. The term refers to any internet-connected device that isn’t a “traditional” computer – think cameras, temperature sensors, or real-time tracking devices.

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Identifying and fixing concrete flooring challenges

Construction Specifier

Photos © Unsplash. By Emily Newton Concrete floors are popular choices in certain spaces in a variety of finishes as they are long-lasting and extremely durable if the contractor has installed, cured, and finished them properly. However, issues can arise during or after installation, and construction professionals must know how to diagnose and fix these concrete flooring challenges.

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Detached Garage Ideas and Design Inspiration

CivilJungle

Detached Garage Ideas Many of us need more room sometimes. Renting a storage space can fulfill the job but every time you use it, it feels like a pain in the ass.

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IoT in Construction Meets Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the Job Site

ENR Construction

The Internet of Things (IoT) has been a hot topic lately in the construction industry and beyond. The term refers to any internet-connected device that isn’t a “traditional” computer – think cameras, temperature sensors, or real-time tracking devices.

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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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Digital Builder Ep 62: Debunking the Biggest Construction Career Myths

Autodesk Construction Cloud

If you do a quick Google search for "top 10 hottest careers" or "best jobs in 2023," you'll find that construction rarely makes the cut. There could be several reasons for this. Many people still view construction as a highly traditional, old-school industry dominated by men. Perhaps others see it primarily as a blue-collar industry that doesn't pay well.

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Level Up Your Company’s Marketing Game with Drone Photography

ENR Construction

How top contractors are using site cameras and drone photography to bring in new clients.

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Spotlight on Site Cameras for Construction Laydown Yards

ENR Construction

Cameras for construction laydown yards a remote monitoring solution that saves time, enhances security, and makes hazard identification a breeze for busy contractors.

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Spotlight on Site Cameras for Construction Laydown Yards

ENR Construction

Cameras for construction laydown yards a remote monitoring solution that saves time, enhances security, and makes hazard identification a breeze for busy contractors.

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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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Judges Select ENR Southeast's Project of the Year Finalists

ENR Construction

Our blog delivers the latest news, insights, and opinions about construction trends in the four-state region of Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas.

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Improve Jobsite Security with these 5 Site Security Camera Tips

ENR Construction

The most useful features found in the new SiteWatch PRO3 Smart Security Camera, and tips for getting the most out of your site security solution.

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Improve Jobsite Security with these 5 Site Security Camera Tips

ENR Construction

The most useful features found in the new SiteWatch PRO3 Smart Security Camera, and tips for getting the most out of your site security solution.

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Level Up Your Company’s Marketing Game with Drone Photography

ENR Construction

How top contractors are using site cameras and drone photography to bring in new clients.

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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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Streamline Your Next Site Camera Deployment with Project Pricing

ENR Construction

A flexible rental option that can reduce project costs and simplify asset management.

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Streamline Your Next Site Camera Deployment with Project Pricing

ENR Construction

A flexible rental option that can reduce project costs and simplify asset management.

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3 Construction Risk Mitigation Strategies to Improve Your Bottom Line

ENR Construction

Proven steps to reduce construction insurance premiums and mitigate risk.

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