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Keep Your Hands Safe in the Workplace This Winter

Construction Business Owner

Keep Your Hands Safe in the Workplace This Winter ccapoccia Thu, 01/04/2024 - 12:11 Hand injuries accounted for 102,350 days away from work in 2020, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the National Safety Council. Even minor scrapes and lacerations can prevent construction laborers from completing their work, leading to significant delays and costly medical care.

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SECURE 2.0 Act: What It Means for Your Construction Company in 2024

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The SECURE 2.0 Act brings new rules and options for construction companies and their employees when it comes to 401(k) and retirement savings plans.

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Job openings rise 10% to highest level since 2022

Construction Dive

Major infrastructure and manufacturing projects have created more demand for workers, but the supply of skilled labor can’t keep up.

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Becoming A Better Project Manager By Improving Communication Skills

Contractor Bookkeeping

In the construction industry, communication takes many forms, including written reports, drawings, emails, and face-to-face meetings. Each form of communication has its own set of advantages and disadvantages. For example, written reports and illustrations provide a permanent record of information, but they may not be as effective in conveying complex ideas as face-to-face interactions.

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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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Effective Construction Management Tool for Increased Reporting

Construction Business Owner

Effective Construction Management Tool for Increased Reporting Increase & Enhance Reporting Directly from the Jobsite with Rugged Mobility Solutions [Find Out How] mhodges Wed, 01/03/2024 - 10:00 Increase your team's productivity and reporting with Kyocera's Total Mobility Solution – explore how rugged devices, innovative partner productivity applications, specialized accessory solution ecosystem, and best-in-class support work together to help increase worker reporting directly from the field,

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New construction technology releases: January 2024

Construction Dive

New apps for the new year include an AI program that answers project questions, a 360-degree camera for building models and a tool that automates procurement quotes.

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5 ways mass timber will reshape the design of life sciences facilities

BD+C

5 ways mass timber will reshape the design of life sciences facilities Here are five reasons why it has become increasingly evident that mass timber is ready to shape the future of laboratory spaces. rcassidy Tue, 01/02/2024 - 14:16 John Sullivan, AIA A new study by a collaboration of design, engineering, and construction firms describes cost-effective strategies for building laboratories and science+technology facilities using mass timber.

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2024 Finance Construction Trends

Construction Business Owner

2024 Finance Construction Trends Top Insights for Financial Professionals mhodges Tue, 01/02/2024 - 10:13 As the construction industry continues to evolve, financial teams are shifting the way they work. Our 2024 Trends Survey unveiled insights into the five topics that are top-of-mind for most finance professionals across all industries today: Artificial intelligence (AI) Remote and hybrid work options Business analytics Fraud concerns Real-time payments Fill out the form on this page to downlo

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Construction Completed for Saddleback’s Newest On-Mountain Experience

PC Construction

The newest addition at Saddleback is now complete! The Nest , a new 2,500-square-foot ski-in, ski-out on-mountain dining experience is situated at 3,620′ in elevation and features an 80-seat dining area and 14-seat bar designed to easily transform into an event/wedding space. In addition to indoor and outdoor dining, the accompanying ski-up food kiosk allows mountain enthusiasts to place orders without stepping foot inside.

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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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134-story skyscraper proposed for Oklahoma City

Construction Dive

The residential tower would be the second-tallest building in the country if built as planned, and is part of a bigger mixed-use development set to break ground.

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Construction in Winter: Safety Tips to Know

Safety Services Company

As temperatures drop, the risks for contractors and construction workers multiply, from cold stress-related ailments to hazardous working conditions. According to data from the EHS Daily Advisor , 25,000 slip, trip, and fall accidents occur daily in the United States during the winter months. Most of these incidents could have been avoided if employers had more safety precautions put in place during the winter months.

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Inside Heavy Equipment Trends for 2024

Construction Business Owner

Inside Heavy Equipment Trends for 2024 ccapoccia Tue, 01/02/2024 - 18:10 The construction industry is a rapidly evolving segment, driven by technological advancements, environmental considerations and changing project demands. To keep up with market conditions, heavy equipment manufacturers worked hard in 2023 to invest in products and solutions to fulfill customer demands, and there’s no sign of that stopping in 2024.

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Phase 1 Complete at Treehouse at Spruce Peak Project

PC Construction

The PC team at the Treehouse at Spruce Peak project achieved another significant milestone – the completion of phase 1 turnover. The project, which broke ground in May 2022, is the latest development at Vermont’s Spruce Peak Resort. At 126,000 square feet, the four-story contemporary alpine building features 48 luxury residential units ranging from two bedrooms to tiered loft-style accommodations, with underground parking for residents.

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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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Turner heat study finds workers at risk even on ‘cooler’ summer days

Construction Dive

Researchers found that laborers came to work dehydrated and had elevated core temperatures even under moderate conditions.

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Cummins To Pay Record $1.67B to Settle Claims of Bypassing Emissions Tests

ENR Construction

Engine manufacturer Cummins, Inc., has agreed to pay $1.67 billion to the Justice Dept. to settle an investigation over potential violations of the Clean Air Act regarding devices that allow users to defeat emissions controls systems in Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 engines.

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Does Your Business Need an ESOP?

Construction Business Owner

Does Your Business Need an ESOP? Explore ESOP benefits, pitfalls, and suitability for construction businesses. Elevate teamwork, tax advantages, and ownership mentality. mhodges Tue, 01/02/2024 - 15:52 This article explores the viability of Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) for businesses, outlining both advantages and disadvantages. ESOPs, popular among retiring owners, involve employees becoming shareholders and part-owners.

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CONTRACTOR’s 2024 Economic Forecast

Contractor Magazine

It looks like 2024—for good and for bad—might have some surprises in store.

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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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Nonresidential spending dips, ending 17 months of growth

Construction Dive

Despite a 0.1% decrease in November, several sectors — including manufacturing, healthcare and roadwork — saw gains.

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Gordie Howe Bridge Completion Pushed Back to September '25

ENR Construction

ENR.com is the bible of the construction industry, providing news and features about projects, products and people in construction, architecture and engineering.

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Back to basics: The four steps to creating effective concrete

Construction Specifier

endering by O’Connell Robertson Architects/courtesy Waco Independent School District. By Chris Bennett, iSCS, CDT and Keith Robinson, FCSC, FCSI, RSW, LEED AP Just as successful specifications enjoy the four attributes of being clear, concise, correct, and complete, concrete also has four steps that are crucial to its success. Those steps are: mix design, consolidation, finishing, and curing.

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Nonresidential Construction Adds Nearly 12,000 Jobs in December

Contractor Magazine

On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has grown by 197,000 jobs, an increase of 2.5%.

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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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Florida woman sentenced to federal prison in construction fraud case

Construction Dive

Gabriela Inamagua pleaded guilty to charges that she ran two fraudulent firms that purported to supply services and labor.

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Giant Gas Pipeline Owner, Contractor in $900M Payment Battle

ENR Construction

TC Energy and contractor Pacific Atlantic Pipeline Construction are in dispute related to challenging $10.6B Canada Coastal GasLink natural gas pipeline that is nearly complete.

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Construction Job Openings Rise to Highest Level Since 2022, Says ABC

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The construction industry had 459,000 job openings on the last day of November, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey. JOLTS defines a job opening as any unfilled position for which an employer is actively recruiting. Industry job openings increased by 43,000 last month and are up by 111,000 from the same time last year.

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Designing better built environments for a neurodiverse world

BD+C

Designing better built environments for a neurodiverse world 0 qpurcell Wed, 01/03/2024 - 09:30 Designers For most of human history, design has mostly considered “typical users” who are fully able-bodied without clinical or emotional disabilities. The problem with this approach is that it offers a limited perspective on how space can positively or negatively influence someone based on their physical, mental, and sensory abilities.

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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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Clayco nabs $5B Rivian EV factory project in Georgia

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Gordie Howe Bridge Completion Pushed Back to September 2025

ENR Construction

Entities leading Canada-US crossing construction said project's overall contract value will rise from $4.1 billion to $4.9 billion.

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Best 40 Luxury Bathroom Ideas

CivilJungle

When it comes to designing a luxurious bathroom, there are endless options to choose from. From contemporary designs to traditional touches, the possibilities are truly endless.

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