The Constructor
JULY 6, 2023
Constructing a property can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding endeavors. Whether building your own home or a commercial building, you’ll need the right construction equipment to ensure the job is done correctly and efficiently. But with so many options available, it can be not easy to know which route to take when […] The post Construction Equipment: Rent, Buy, Or Lease?
Construction Business Owner
JULY 6, 2023
Promote to rotator No Rotator Image Status of webinar Featured Thu, 07/27/2023 - 12:00 1:00 p.m. Eastern If you're tired of tedious, costly financial processes slowing down your construction company's growth, this one's for you. Join us for a candid conversation with Cindy Morton from Anchored Tiny Homes about how to control costs and increase visibility by leveraging technology to streamline your business' finances.
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Construction Marketing
JULY 5, 2023
When building your business, every decision matters, especially when selecting the right materials for your workplace. Imagine establishing a company that not only excels in the market but is also resilient enough to withstand unpredictable weather. Choosing durable, adaptable, and weather-resistant materials is essential for withstanding the harshest storms and making a worthwhile investment in your business.
Construction Dive
JULY 5, 2023
The Pittsburgh bridge demonstrates what can happen to the other 46,000 spans across the country that are at a similar level of risk.
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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.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 6, 2023
Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.
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The Constructor
JULY 4, 2023
Dragline excavators have become integral to modern construction projects due to their ability to dig deep and swiftly, often referred to as power shovels; dragline excavators are used to digging trenches, passages, and pits with impressive accuracy and speed. They are commonly used in construction, mining, land reclamation, demolition, and deep excavation.
Construction Enquirer
JULY 3, 2023
The former finance chief of Carillion has been banned from being a company director for 11 years. Zafar Khan voluntarily agreed with the disqualification by the Insolvency Service who are also pursuing cases against other former Carillion directors. A spokesperson said: “The Insolvency Service, acting on behalf of The Secretary of State for Business and Trade, has accepted a disqualification undertaking from Zafar Iqbal Khan for 11 years for his conduct as a director of Carillion Plc.
Construction Dive
JULY 5, 2023
While year-over-year spending remains positive, segments such as commercial construction and infrastructure posted declines in May.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 5, 2023
Why PPE is the Last Line of Defense Believe it or not, the answer isn’t just wearing the right PPE. mhodges Wed, 07/05/2023 - 09:33 Every year, millions of workers get injured on the job, and a significant number of reported occupational injuries are hand related. Depending on the severity, not only do these injuries have a huge medical cost associated with them but are also expensive in terms of lost productivity and wages.
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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.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JULY 7, 2023
When it comes to the construction industry, employee training and development is crucial for success. Providing employees with the necessary skills and knowledge can make their work more efficient and effective, leading to higher-quality results and increased productivity. From safety training to technical skills development, a variety of areas can be focused on in construction employee training and development programs.
Construction Enquirer
JULY 6, 2023
Grenfell contractor Rydon has revealed a provision of £26.7m to cover the cost of its part in the settlement earlier this year with more than 900 survivors and bereaved family members of the tragedy. The provision is also understood to include the potential outcome of ongoing talks with individuals not included in the BSR Cohort 1 group civil case settlement.
Construction Dive
JULY 5, 2023
The Dallas-based contractor will provide project management, cost estimating and engineering support to the war-torn country.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 6, 2023
Maximize Your Construction Estimating Efficiency Tools, tips and insights you can use right now to make use of your valuable time. mhodges Thu, 07/06/2023 - 10:23 Prior to a new construction build or renovation, cost estimates are used to evaluate information and determine project feasibility, funding, logistics and other required resources. Therefore, a project’s success is in direct correlation to the thoroughness of its estimate.
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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?
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JULY 5, 2023
Construction businesses rise or fall based on the vision and strength of their leaders. A cornerstone of any organization, a leader’s actions directly influence the path and progress of the company. As such, embarking on a leadership journey isn’t something to be taken lightly. No one understands this better than Vince DiPofi , PE, CEO at SSOE Group.
Construction Enquirer
JULY 4, 2023
The owners of Hollywood’s Sunset Studios have put on hold plans to build a £600m film production base in Hertfordshire. Contractor ISG, which signed a pre-construction services agreement to build the vast film studio complex late last year, is now standing down its supply chain. A supplier told the Enquirer : “We’ve been waiting around to confirm start and schedule dates and now have received notification from ISG that everything is on hold. “It’s a real set back be
Construction Dive
JULY 5, 2023
U.S. data center construction continues to surge following the tech giant’s plans to expand its facilities in central Ohio.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 5, 2023
Combat Quiet Quitting With These 3 Strategies 3 key strategies to better overcome staffing challenges in today’s competitive market mhodges Wed, 07/05/2023 - 08:29 Older generations of workers are retiring while others are considering careers in different industries or choosing not to return to work. As a result, construction companies have to find new ways to work more efficiently and meet the desires of the current workforce by providing flexible options.
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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.
Lets Build
JULY 7, 2023
You’ve probably heard of ChatGPT by now – it’s taking many industries by storm, and ours is no different. But can using ChatGPT for construction really be beneficial? Yes, if you use it right. The AI platform created by OpenAI can generate text, provide information, and assist users with various tasks. If you’re unsure how this can help you as a construction professional, you’re not alone.
Construction Enquirer
JULY 6, 2023
Forty-five construction workers were killed in site accidents last year according to the latest official figures from the Health and Safety Executive. The figure is sharply up on last year’s 29 fatalities and higher than the five-year average of 37 annual deaths. Construction made up a third of the 135 workers killed in work-related accidents across all industries in the UK in the 12 months to March 2023.
Construction Dive
JULY 6, 2023
The contractor’s U.S. health and safety director emphasizes the need to include mental wellness in overall safety.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JULY 3, 2023
Love or hate them, construction meetings are essential for a successful project. The idea behind a good construction meeting is to ensure it’s worth everyone’s time. You can do that by taking accurate construction meeting minutes, inviting all the right stakeholders, and following up in the right ways. If that sounds a little daunting, never fear: there’s also software for that.
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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!
Lets Build
JULY 7, 2023
You’ve probably heard of ChatGPT by now – it’s taking many industries by storm, and ours is no different. But can using ChatGPT for construction really be beneficial? Yes, if you use it right. The AI platform created by OpenAI can generate text, provide information, and assist users with various tasks. If you’re unsure how this can help you as a construction professional, you’re not alone.
Construction Enquirer
JULY 4, 2023
The Building Research Establishment has confirmed it will no longer work with insulation giants Kingspan and Celotex. The testing and research body said its decision was a direct result of evidence which emerged during the Grenfell Tower inquiry. A BRE spokesperson said: “BRE no longer accepts any new work on behalf of Kingspan or Celotex following evidence heard during the course of this Inquiry.
Construction Dive
JULY 6, 2023
Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.
ENR Construction
JULY 7, 2023
A two-year pause of work will have uncertain impacts on the supply chain, overall program costs and local communities, according to a new report.
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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!
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JULY 5, 2023
Construction employment increased in 230, or 64%, of 358 metro areas between May 2022 and May 2023, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new government employment data. Association officials cautioned, however, that it is getting harder for firms to find workers as the unemployment rate for the construction sector continues to fall.
Construction Enquirer
JULY 4, 2023
Developer Related Argent has gained consent for a pioneering 9-storey mass-timber office building at the Brent Cross Town redevelopment in north London. Designed by architect Bennetts Associates, the 2 Copper Square project relies on an engineered timber frame and will use off-site construction to set industry-leading targets for embodied carbon reduction, operational efficiency and user wellbeing.
Construction Dive
JULY 7, 2023
Andrea Ruckstuhl assumed leadership of the Australian contractor and developer’s European business effective July 3.
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