Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 13, 2023

In the construction business world, one constant factor you are likely to encounter is change, particularly in the financial landscape. One such change that can bear significant implications for small businesses is rising interest rates. Understanding how this impacts your construction business and identifying solutions to counteract these effects can be vital to sustaining and growing your company.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 10, 2023

It’s time to plan for the year to come. Construction Dive has you covered with a full list of the industry conferences, expos and meetings on tap for 2024.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Introduction of Clerestory Windows Clerestory means any high window. In the interior of the Gothic church, the windows above the main floor are seen in clerestory style. The word is derived from a combination of the words “clear” and “story.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Construction input prices increased 0.2% in September compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data. Nonresidential construction input prices increased 0.2% for the month, as well. Overall construction input prices are 0.3% higher than a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 0.6% higher.

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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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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Promote to rotator No Rotator Image Status of webinar Upcoming How do you get your software to work for you? Thu, 11/09/2023 - 12:00 12:00 p.m. Central With so many moving parts in the construction lifecycle, chances are you have an arsenal of software solutions to help you do exactly what you need. But if those solutions don't integrate with each other, and you're constantly comparing multiple dashboards or importing/exporting data between providers, your productivity is taking a hit.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Despite firms’ stable profit margins and expanding sales, the economy faces several challenges that could affect construction, said ABC’s chief economist.

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Contractor Connection

OCTOBER 11, 2023

In today’s ever-evolving insurance landscape, the importance of swift and efficient claim resolution cannot be overstated. Contractor Connection, drawing from over two decades of expertise as a managed repair resource for the insurance sector , has positioned itself as an integral solution for the seamless restoration of damages and recovery work.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Introducing ClearSky Smart Fleet™ from JLG® A game changing IoT platform that takes fleet management to a whole new level. mhodges Thu, 10/12/2023 - 15:11 JLG’s new ClearSky Smart Fleet™ system builds upon the company’s world-class service, support and user experiences to transform telematics into an intuitive, two-way solution. By integrating customer input at every step along the way, JLG has created a platform that helps fleet managers do their jobs faster and more efficiently than ever befor

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 9, 2023

With various infrastructure projects constantly underway and a high demand for real estate, the construction industry heavily relies on its labor force for success. In this article, we will explore the significance of construction labor in the US economy and its impact on employment and economic growth. We will also delve into the current landscape […] The post Understanding the Role and Importance of Construction Labor in the United States appeared first on The Constructor.

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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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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 9, 2023

With staggering mental illness and suicide rates in construction reported across nearly all regions, it’s clear that improving working conditions and addressing mental health is critical.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Design solutions for mental health as a secondary diagnosis 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/09/2023 - 13:35 Healthcare Facilities Rachel Vedder, RA, LEED AP, Senior Architect, Design Collaborative, shares two design solutions for hospitals treating behavioral health patients. Rachel Vedder, RA, LEED AP Healthcare Facilities Hospital Design Trends Designers In the middle of a mental health crisis, with a healthcare system that does not fully support the wide variety of psychiatric needs, hospital leaders and

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PC Construction

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Construction is now wrapping up at the Ralph Brennan Water Treatment Plant in Daytona Beach, Florida. Preconstruction on this design-build project began two years ago to upgrade the existing filter complex and replace the aging Leopold filter underdrain system. Through design, permitting and construction, the team identified and incorporated a new system capable of meeting the plant’s permitted capacity of 24 mgd, extending the useful life of the facilities while promoting reliable water product

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 11, 2023

In comments about the market’s most pressing challenges, Top 600 Specialty Contractors are widely optimistic that the worst of pandemic-induced delays are done—buttressed by another year of double-digit revenue growth for listed firms.

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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 Dive

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In honor of Friday the 13th, this taboo level in buildings from condos to offices is often relegated to storing HVAC and mechanical equipment, but it doesn’t need to be that way, says engineer Johnathan Meade.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Autodesk University is quickly approaching, and you won't want to miss out on all the amazing sessions, events, and expo hall! Taking place November 13-15, 2023 in Las Vegas, AU is the conference for those who make anything. From driving digital transformation in construction to implementing sustainable business practices, AU 2023 will be packed with learning and networking opportunities to help you achieve your career and business goals.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 13, 2023

551 Elm apartment building in Chicago. Photo by Sarah Crowley. By Emily Lorenz, PE With the signing of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act ( IIJA ) 1 and the Inflation Reduction Act ( IRA ), 2 federal funds for infrastructure construction and low-embodied carbon materials will soon be entering the construction pipeline. An environmental product declaration (EPD) discloses the environmental impacts of a construction material or product over a portion of, or all of, its lifetime.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Spanning 1.1 million gross sq ft, the $1.8-billion Intuit Dome is the latest in a long series of sports arenas to rise along the West Coast.

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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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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The third annual event to increase workforce diversity will draw participants from every state and Puerto Rico while expanding internationally as well.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Construction companies remain as resilient as ever, but we'd be remiss if we didn't talk about the very real challenges our industry faces. The most pressing one, of course, is the labor shortage. A survey by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Autodesk found that 93% of construction firms have open positions they're trying to fill, and 73% struggle to find qualified candidates for available roles.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Photo courtesy East Coast Lightning Equipment Inc. By Brad Van Dam and Tim Harger A bolt of lightning can produce anywhere from 100 million to one billion volts and strikes, and contains billions of watts of power, according to National Geographic. In fact, energy from lightning heats the air briefly to around 27,760 C (50,000 F) according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA).

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Construction Inclusion Week, set for Oct. 16-20, has more than 5,000 contractor and other participants signed up this year; while leaders on Oct. 3 launched AEC Unites, a nonprofit focused on more recruitment of Black professionals and sustained hiring of Black-owned companies.

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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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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Strength in education, life sciences and healthcare boosted the institutional segment, while a weaker office outlook drove commercial activity down.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 12, 2023

3rd annual Construction Inclusion Week begins October 16-20 The annual week-long event promotes inclusion and celebrates diversity throughout the construction industry. qpurcell Thu, 10/12/2023 - 11:31 Asheya Warren, CPSM; PRAXIS Strategic Consulting The construction industry unites for the 3rd Annual Construction Inclusion Week (CIW) on October 16-20, 2023, with record support and international participation.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 13, 2023

551 Elm apartment building in Chicago. Photo by Sarah Crowley. By Emily Lorenz, PE With the signing of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act ( IIJA ) 1 and the Inflation Reduction Act ( IRA ), 2 federal funds for infrastructure construction and low-embodied carbon materials will soon be entering the construction pipeline. An environmental product declaration (EPD) discloses the environmental impacts of a construction material or product over a portion of, or all of, its lifetime.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 12, 2023

As construction responds to soaring global needs and seeks to turn billions in new funding into real solutions, it’s clear that only an expanded and inclusive workforce can meet the challenge.

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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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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Four years after the disaster that killed three workers, the Orleans Parish District Attorney said OSHA’s long settlement talks hindered the case.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Learn how InEight Model Provides Graham Greater Project Visibility 1 kcichowicz Wed, 10/11/2023 - 10:01 Graham uses InEight construction software to manage its project information from a common data environment, resulting in greater control and visibility.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Associated Builders and Contractors reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator declined to nine months in September, according to an ABC member survey conducted Sept. 20 to Oct. 4. The reading is equivalent to one year ago. View ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator and Construction Confidence Index tables for September. View the full Construction Backlog Indicator and Construction Confidence Index data series.

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