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Root Cause of Construction Project Failures

Job Order Contracting

Recognition of the root cause of construction project failures is the first step towards improvement. Basically, a lack of understanding of work scope and the associated detailed work activities, processes, and resources are required as well as how these activities impact participants and stakeholders cause repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build projects to be late, over budget, or otherwise completed poorly.

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Green Building: A Growing Trend For Energy Efficiency And Eco-Friendly Construction

The Constructor

Green construction is an ever-growing trend in the construction industry that focuses on reducing the impact of buildings on the environment while at the same time increasing energy efficiency. It is a building method that considers the impact of the construction process on the environment, from the materials used to the energy use to the […] The post Green Building: A Growing Trend For Energy Efficiency And Eco-Friendly Construction appeared first on The Constructor.

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2 more manufacturing megaprojects break ground

Construction Dive

Public money is keeping factory construction humming along at a record pace, including for new North Carolina and Louisiana facilities worth $3.6 billion total.

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Best Concrete Mix for Driveways

CivilJungle

Best Concrete Mix for Driveways The best concrete is the most widely used construction material. The new concrete driveway can cost a small fortune. You’ll repair it, first need to determine if the driveway is damaged.

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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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How to waterproof in-floor door operators

Construction Specifier

Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger. By Daniel Gibbons and Matthew Worster Designers of exterior facades commonly locate door operators in buildings on door heads in entrances that are not all glass. Head-mounted door operators function in a sheltered environment, typically on the wall’s interior side, and are relatively easy to access and maintain.

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AECOO Engagement, Alignment, and Sharing of Objective, Current, Veriable Information = Efficient Construction Delivery Strategy

Job Order Contracting

AECOO Engagement, Alignment, and Sharing of Objective, Current, Veriable Information are fundamental requirements for the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects. AECOO Engagement, Alignment, and Sharing of Objective, Current, Veriable Information are fundamental to efficient project delivery. [contact-form] The post AECOO Engagement, Alignment, and Sharing of Objective, Current, Veriable Information = Efficient Construction Delivery Strategy appear

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Strategic Resource Management In Construction Project Management

The Constructor

The construction industry is a complex world, filled with many project management issues that can derail the successful completion of any project. Effective project management strategies must be implemented to ensure construction projects finish on time and within budget. Strategic resource management is an important tool in the project manager’s arsenal, allowing them to manage […] The post Strategic Resource Management In Construction Project Management appeared first on The Constr

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NY announces first-in-the-nation state concrete mandate

Construction Dive

Set for January 2025, the state’s Buy Clean Concrete rules establishing greenhouse gas emission limits will cover all agency projects.

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The Right Way to Avoid Tax Audits

Construction Business Owner

The Right Way to Avoid Tax Audits ccapoccia Thu, 09/28/2023 - 08:39 While the IRS’s own figures reveal that, in general, it only audits 1% or 2% of all taxpayers each year, the threat of an audit continues to strike fear into every construction business owner. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 directed $80 billion in new funding to the IRS over the next decade so it could hire 87,000 new workers.

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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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Boost Construction Collaboration with These AU 2023 Classes

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Collaboration is a cornerstone of the construction industry. Time and time again, we’ve seen that the most successful teams and projects are the ones with solid communication and collaboration practices. If you’re looking to improve collaboration within your teams, Autodesk University has what you need. Taking place in Las Vegas from November 13-15, AU 2023 offers insightful workshops, expert-led sessions, and networking opportunities to foster team collaboration and elevate your project outcome

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Key Considerations For Risk Management In The U.S. Housing Construction Industry

The Constructor

The U.S. housing construction sector is one of the country’s largest and most important industries. With billions of dollars invested in projects each year, the sector has a considerable impact on the economy and the lives of many individuals. As such, those involved in the industry need to understand the importance of risk management and […] The post Key Considerations For Risk Management In The U.S.

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‘Everybody’s going to be impacted’: Fed shutdown would delay civil work

Construction Dive

Infrastructure projects will be held up if the government is not funded by Sunday, according to the White House and association leaders.

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How Surety Bonds Can Better Your Business

Construction Business Owner

How Surety Bonds Can Better Your Business ccapoccia Thu, 09/28/2023 - 08:38 Findings from a recent report from Ernst & Young (EY) titled “The Economic Value of Surety Bonds” found that both public and private construction projects protected by surety bonds had lower rates of contractor default, lower cost of completion in the case of default, and were finished faster than unbonded projects.

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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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3 affordable housing projects that serve as social catalysts

BD+C

3 affordable housing projects that serve as social catalysts 0 qpurcell Mon, 09/25/2023 - 12:49 Affordable Housing Trish Donnally, Associate Principal, Perkins Eastman, shares insights from three transformative affordable housing projects. Trish Donnally MFPRO+ Blog Higher Education University Buildings Multifamily Housing Affordable Housing Senior Living Design Student Housing Designers Architects Projects Sustainable Development To say the United States is facing an affordable housing crisis i

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Managed Repair Excellence: What Sets Contractor Connection Apart

Contractor Connection

In the world of managed repair and home improvement, finding reliable contractors can be a daunting task. Whether you’re planning a small renovation project or need emergency repairs, you want to ensure that the professionals you hire are not only skilled but also trustworthy. This is where the Contractor Connection Network steps in, offering a unique and comprehensive solution to connect property owners with qualified contractors.

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$2B Disney-sized theme park set to break ground in Oklahoma

Construction Dive

American Heartland will sprawl over 1,000 acres in the northeastern part of the state, according to developer Mansion Entertainment Group.

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What’s New on LB Geniebelt? | September 2023

Lets Build

Here is your summer wrap-up of LB Geniebelt updates! On the agenda: a clearer interface, some cross-project enhancements, a quality link with LB Aproplan, and much more. An improved application with a brand-new design! ? We’ve refactored the design of our LB Geniebelt application to make it more efficient, adaptable, and user-friendly. This means faster loading times, improved navigation, and a platform that truly grows with you.

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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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Win-Win Scenarios for Residents and Property Managers

BD+C

Win-Win Scenarios for Residents and Property Managers 1 kcichowicz Fri, 09/29/2023 - 10:33 Multifamily Housing Discover how proptech is opening open new paths to revenue for owners and property managers, while bringing desirable amenities and conveniences for renters. Check out my thoughts on profitable, resident-centric proptech. Multifamily Housing At the end of the day, businesses exist to generate revenue.

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Why Getting Prequalified Should Matter to Contractors

Safety Services Company

Enlisting contractors comes with a substantial financial investment and entails significant risks. Every hiring client aims to find safe, reliable, and compliant contractors, so they put potential vendors through a series of tests. Prequalification and contractor management platforms have become prerequisites in the modern world. Hiring clients’ search for a contractor involves gathering and analyzing information on a contractor’s operations.

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AECOM JV to lead $2.6B Virginia resilience project

Construction Dive

The mega-contractor, along with Moffatt & Nichol and Volkert, will provide program and project management services to protect the city from storm risk and sea-level rise due to climate change.

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What’s New on LB Geniebelt? | September 2023

Lets Build

Here is your summer wrap-up of LB Geniebelt updates! On the agenda: a clearer interface, some cross-project enhancements, a quality link with LB Aproplan, and much more. An improved application with a brand-new design! ? We’ve refactored the design of our LB Geniebelt application to make it more efficient, adaptable, and user-friendly. This means faster loading times, improved navigation, and a platform that truly grows with you.

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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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Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion

BD+C

Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion 0 qpurcell Thu, 09/28/2023 - 10:37 Office Buildings IMEG's Edwin Dean, Joe Gulden, and Doug Sweeney, share seven key focuses for structural engineers when planning office-to-residential conversions. Edwin Dean, Joe Gulden, and Doug Sweeney MFPRO+ Blog High-rise Construction Apartments Office Buildings Engineers Codes Regulations Adaptive Reuse Reconstruction & Renovation Seismic Design Office-to-residential conversion seems

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California To Be Key Buyer of Floating Offshore Wind Energy

ENR Construction

The state would buy uncontracted energy from offshore sites and sell to utilities to propel market, as key developer Equinor launches first undersea robotic analysis and design of its project site off Morro Bay.

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Unused parking adds over $2M to typical multifamily projects

Construction Dive

Reducing parking spaces can save money and minimize environmental impact, a Rutgers University white paper found.

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Empowering Workforce Development: Bridging Shortages and Embracing Diversity in the Construction Industry

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In an ever-evolving world, the construction industry is a backbone of progress, building cities and infrastructure that shape the future. However, behind its towering accomplishments lies an urgent challenge - a shortage of skilled workers threatening to slow down this vital sector. At the heart of the solution lies the imperative to encourage a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

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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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Reframing and repurposing daylight through adaptive reuse

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy Solatube International. By Neall Digert, Ph.D “Adaptive reuse,” alternatively known as building reuse, is a remarkable approach that injects vitality and purpose into vacant structures, which is different from the design they were intended for. By preserving and repurposing these structures, adaptive reuse projects contribute to preserving local culture, fostering a sense of continuity and forming a connection to the past for future generations.

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US Extends Venezuela Protected Status, Boosting Industry Workforce

ENR Construction

P raised by organized labor and called a modest labor step by contractor groups, Homeland Security Dept. chief Alejandro N. Mayorka approved 18 months more of protected status for Venezuelan workers in the U.S.

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Bracing for rising seas, a Hawaii county makes builders prep for year 2100

Construction Dive

Kaua’i County is one of the nation’s first to base construction regulations on projected sea-level rise. A planning official explains how others could follow.

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