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Managing Work-Life Balance As A Construction Business Owner

Contractor Bookkeeping

Wellness is an important aspect of life for everyone, especially construction contractors like you. Given the physically demanding nature of the work, contractors must prioritize their physical and mental health. Proper nutrition, exercise, and adequate rest are all necessary for maintaining a healthy body and mind. Additionally, taking breaks and managing stress can help prevent burnout and promote well-being.

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6 Strategies for Enhancing Collaboration in Construction

Construction Today

Whether it’s a small residential project or a large commercial development, the success of any construction venture relies heavily on how well different teams and stakeholders work together. This article delves into six crucial strategies that can significantly enhance collaboration in the construction industry. From considering the entire lifecycle of a project to improving contractor-architect… Source The post 6 Strategies for Enhancing Collaboration in Construction appeared f

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Global Nuclear Energy Build Is Boosted At Big Climate Change Forum

ENR Construction

22 nations, including UAE building its first nuclear plant, agree to triple capacity by 2050, but construction cost, supply chain and permit realities are hurdles, sector experts say.

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Exploring Dormer Windows: Types, Installation, and Considerations

CivilJungle

Introduction of Dormer Windows ‘Dormer’ is derived from the French word ‘dormer’ which means ‘sleeping room’. lucarnes were used to provide ventilation to the spires of buildings thus the oldest form of lucarnes dormers.

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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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Construction input costs stabilizing but volatility ‘isn’t dead’

Construction Dive

Despite lower materials prices, the construction landscape remains complicated due to high interest rates and long lead times, according to AGC Chief Economist Ken Simonson.

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8 Must-Listen Digital Builder Podcasts to Wrap Up 2023

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Another year has flown by, and here at Autodesk, we're not slowing down—especially when it comes to the Digital Builder podcast. With over 35 episodes released in 2023, we explored the cutting edge of design and construction with some of the most inspiring minds in the industry. Before saying goodbye to 2023, we thought it'd be great to have a roundup of notable Digital Builder episodes this year.

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These 5 essential traits in your team are the secret to a successful construction project

Fieldwire

There’s more to a successful construction project than enough resources, workforce and budget. It demands a team equipped with specific traits. As a subcontractor , you play a crucial role in the success of a construction project, making it essential for you to embody and instill these characteristics in your crew. Discover five vital traits that can help improve collaborations and elevate your business. 1.

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Washington sheet metal worker recruits other women to the trades

Construction Dive

Tammy Meyen recently joined the International Training Institute in a role designed to help entice nontraditional workers to join the construction industry.

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Suffolk Construction establishes Suffolk Sustainability Group

BD+C

Suffolk Construction establishes Suffolk Sustainability Group Design veterans Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new sustainability initiative for Suffolk. rcassidy Thu, 12/14/2023 - 11:07 SUFFOLK CONSTRUCTION Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new initiative for Suffolk. Contractors Sustainability Sustainable Design and Construction Suffolk Construction, headquartered in Boston, has established the Suffolk Sustainability Group.

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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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NAWIC Chartering Event Marks a Milestone in Vermont

PC Construction

The construction industry is not just about bricks and mortar; it’s about building dreams, shaping communities and breaking barriers. On December 5, in a celebration of women achievements and contributions in construction, the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) officially chartered the Vermont chapter. The chartering event is a testament to our powerful and hardworking Vermont construction women who volunteered many hours to get the chapter off the ground over the past y

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A Guide to Keeping Your Healthcare Practice Open during a Remodel

Wolgast Corporation

Healthcare practitioners can have a difficult time deciding when to start an occupied office remodel due to the speculation of shutdown inconvenience, operations minimization, or the lessening of their income. These are all legitimate concerns during healthcare construction, but Wolgast can offer several scenarios and strategies to keep your practice going while remodeling your office.

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The 5 hottest neighborhoods for multifamily development

Construction Dive

These areas have seen the largest share of new apartment units over the last several years as residents are drawn in by a lively mix of restaurants, retail spots, museums and more.

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Transforming workplaces for employee mental health

BD+C

Transforming workplaces for employee mental health 0 qpurcell Tue, 12/12/2023 - 11:15 Office Buildings Lauren Elliott, Director of Interior Design, Design Collaborative, shares practical tips and strategies for workplace renovation that prioritizes employee mental health. Lauren Elliott, RID, NCIDQ Office Buildings Designers Engineers Architects Biophilic Design Daylighting Designs Interior Architecture Renovating your workplace can have a profound impact on the mental health and well-being of y

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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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NY Commits $1B to Expand Albany Semiconductor Complex, Including Gilbane-led Project

ENR Construction

The state funds are earmarked for construction at the Albany NanoTech Complex and purchase of advanced equipment for semiconductor chip research and development.

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ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Inches up in November

Contractor Magazine

Despite the monthly increase, backlog is currently 0.8 months lower than at July’s cyclical peak.

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NFL’s Ravens award Gilbane $430M stadium upgrade project

Construction Dive

The Rhode Island builder will oversee substantial additions to the exterior of Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium while renovating much of the venue’s interior.

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Covering it all: Investigating lightweight cladding

Construction Specifier

The multifamily building, Houston House, in East Village, New York, features lightwieght cladding by Sto Corp. Photos courtesy Sto Corp. By Karine Galla Lightweight cladding is gaining traction in the construction industry. With advancements in material science, the benefits of such cladding are increasing, and it is no longer necessary to use heavy materials such as masonry, concrete, metal panels, precast, porcelain, or even fiber cement to achieve the look of brick, wood, concrete, or metal.

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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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UK Contractor Sets Tunnel Bore Record With 16-Mile Single Drive

ENR Construction

One team in England recently achieved one of the world's most sustained single tunnel-boring machine drives on a mine project, says its contractor, while another secured a design-build contract for the country's longest road tunnel,

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Revamp Your Kitchen: 5 Ingenious Tips for a Well-Organized Galley

Learn Civil Engineering

A well-organized kitchen is the heart of a home, a space where culinary creativity can thrive and the joy of hosting is amplified. Unfortunately, such a kitchen appears too difficult to have for most folks.

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US solar installations hit record in Q3, but slowdown expected starting in 2026: report

Construction Dive

As supply constraints ease, the Solar Energy Industries Association and Wood Mackenzie project that limited availability of other components will hamper installation growth.

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Streamlining Troubleshooting: How the Knowledge Value Chain Enhances Field Service Efficiency

Dezide

In a previous blog post, we delved into the intriguing question of “How much time should you invest in an expert troubleshooting knowledge base?” It provided valuable insights into the time-consuming nature of building and maintaining a knowledge base and pinpointed where the hours and effort are invested. This understanding underscores the importance of the Read more The post Streamlining Troubleshooting: How the Knowledge Value Chain Enhances Field Service Efficiency appeared first

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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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Intrepid Tunneling Through a Maze of Gas and Tar in LA

ENR Construction

Tunneling through an urban environment like that of Los Angeles is complex enough. Add to that a medley of poor soils including tar that for millennia sucked in animals to their deaths, creating archaeological conditions; a variety of dangerous gases; and two seismic faults and it becomes a task that until not so long ago was impossible—and even forbidden after an infamous 1985 explosion at a department store.

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Mind the Gap

BD+C

Mind the Gap 1 kcichowicz Wed, 12/13/2023 - 07:42 Multifamily Housing Incorporating temporary expansion joints on larger construction projects can help avoid serious consequences. Here's why and how. APA – THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION MFPRO+ Blog The building was large, but not unusual, with an equally sizeable floor sheathed with OSB. What was unusual was the enormous amount of rain that unexpectedly doused the site during construction.

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Streamlining the inspection of construction sites with a stormwater activity management solution

Construction Dive

Ames Construction implemented a stormwater construction activity management solution based on geographic information system (GIS) technology for Bus Rapid Transit in St. Paul, Minnesota.

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Construction Industry in US, Canada Poised for Growth

Construction Superintendent Magazine

After a year of stabilization, the construction industry in the U.S. and Canada is positioned for success in 2024, thanks to strong demand and as the normalization of supply chains and material prices continue. JLL’s new U.S. and Canada Construction Trends 2024 forecast explores the opportunities and challenges facing the construction industry in the year to come.

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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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California Refines Water Diversion Tunnel Plan Amid Opposition

ENR Construction

State water agency's final environmental impact report on the proposed Delta Conveyance Project now is reduced in scope compared to other considered options after feedback.

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Industry Experts explain "How to Build What you Need to Go to the Moon."

BD+C

Industry Experts explain "How to Build What you Need to Go to the Moon." 1 kcichowicz Tue, 12/12/2023 - 09:56 Hear how Burns & McDonnell used EarthCam 3D and Autodesk to build deep-space exploration company Intuitive Machines' new HQ.

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10 rail projects nab $8.2B from IIJA

Construction Dive

The largest grants will go to Brightline West, the California High-Speed Rail and a portion of the Raleigh to Richmond rail program on the East Coast.

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