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5 steps construction managers can take to help implement new tech to their crew

Fieldwire

Sustainability: As consumer attitudes about the environment change for the better, transitioning to more eco-friendly technologies will help your business resonate with the next generation of homeowners. Foster an ongoing learning environment You should foster a supportive ongoing learning environment.

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From Zero to Hero: Construction Risk Management

Safety Services Company

Otherwise known as occupational risks, safety risks are one of the most common threats in a construction environment. During construction, it is a good idea to touch base regarding the emerging risks that weren’t previously discussed. For example, if your staff doesn’t do plumbing, subcontract and find professionals who can.

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From Zero to Hero: Construction Risk Management

Safety Services Company

Otherwise known as occupational risks, safety risks are one of the most common threats in a construction environment. During construction, it is a good idea to touch base regarding the emerging risks that weren’t previously discussed. . For example, if your staff doesn’t do plumbing, subcontract and find professionals who can. .

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Winning More Construction Bids: A Complete Guide

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Subcontracting. This process is known as subcontracting. Your bid proposal is kind of like a resume or a job application; it will make a first impression on the client, let them know how qualified you are, and even give them an idea of what to expect when they work with you. How to Perfect Your Construction Bid.

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Saving Time And Money On The Estimation Process – Massachusetts Contractors Academy

Building Information Management

It allows your company to pitch its best ideas for the best possible costs, helping your company to stand out from the competition – if it’s a good estimation. Virtually all of managers have backgrounds in construction and life-cycle management of the built environment. By Massachusetts Contractors on May 19, 2015 – [link].

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Jerry Rehkemper, the man with the plans

The Korte Company

Driving a school bus was ruled out, but he was intrigued by the idea of going into construction like his grandfather. He moved back to Highland to recover and worked as a purchasing agent for the next year, writing subcontracts and purchase orders. . As a senior in high school, Jerry didn’t know what he would do with his life.

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When Construction Internships Go Bad…

C-School

” for some on the intern ideas I have seen work. I was early in my civil engineering program interested in all forms of built environment. Check out my previous posts entitled, “What are students looking for in a construction internship?” ” and “What are construction students looking for in a job?”