March, 2024

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2024 Construction Costs Open Forum Now On Demand

Construction Business Owner

2024 Construction Costs Open Forum Now On Demand Expert Insights on Navigating Construction Market Volatility mhodges Thu, 03/14/2024 - 14:58 If there’s one constant in the construction industry, it’s the fact that material costs and labor rates are constantly in flux. Especially now, when the global economy is more connected than ever before, unforeseen events can upend costs seemingly overnight.

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Construction Industry Trends: February 2024 Roundup

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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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Plain Cement Concrete (PCC)- Work Procedure

The Constructor

Plain cement concrete (PCC) is a fundamental component of building construction, serving to prevent direct contact between reinforcement concrete and soil or water. This article delves into the intricacies of laying PCC, offering insights into the materials used, the procedure, dos and don’ts, and the advantages it brings to construction projects.

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Key Factors for Choosing a National Commercial Construction General Contractor

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Selecting the right national commercial construction general contractor is a critical decision that can significantly impact the success of your construction project. Over the past 20+ years, with 2500 completed commercial construction projects, we have learned that it takes more than a great price to win a bid. Our national retail, restaurant, hospitality, senior living, industrial, and automotive clients are very clear about what factors they look for when it comes time to award a project.

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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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Facilities Leaders NOT Facilities Managers

Job Order Contracting

Attaining a sustainable built environment requires Facilities Leaders NOT Facilities Managers. #1. Managers focus upon goals; leaders grow their people and perfect their systems. Repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build project fail due to poor systems and rarely due to the people doing the work. Leaders leverage systems-thinking and are process-oriented.

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CBO Spotlights 2024's Sustainability VIPs

Construction Business Owner

CBO Spotlights 2024's Sustainability VIPs ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 19:01 Sustainable methods of building and the strategies that shape them continue to stimulate change across the built environment.

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Punch Lists, Deficiencies Lists & Getting Things Done

Viewpoint Construction Technology

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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Work Procedure of Excavation at Construction Site

The Constructor

The process of excavation at a construction site involves a comprehensive understanding of various aspects including centerline and excavation drawings, setting out plans on the ground, soil excavation, and removal procedures. Quality assurance checks such as recording ground levels and marking reference points are essential throughout the process to ensure precision and adherence to project […] The post Work Procedure of Excavation at Construction Site appeared first on The Constructor.

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Using Marketing 4Ps to Make Your Commercial Site Selection

Wolgast Corporation

Along with your logo, promotional materials, and website, your building and location strategy are considered part of your marketing mix and how you reach your target audience. When starting to search for the perfect site for positioning your business, put on your marketing hat and consider how the location will help you to fulfill your product, place, price and promotion.

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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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Sustainable Facilities Management Practices

Job Order Contracting

Sustainable Facilities Management Practices involve a clear set of objectives, methods, and processes aimed at maximizing performance of the built environment with respect to economic and environmental resources in concert with meeting organizational mission needs. Concurrent planning, design, construction, and operation throughout the lifecycle of a built structure across disparate multidiscipline teams operating in a transparent and collaborative manner, in concert with real property owner lea

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Boldt VP witnesses US onshoring boom firsthand

Construction Dive

Working in construction is an opportunity to learn new things, according to Linda Rosati, the Wisconsin contractor’s new vice president of business development.

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Transforming Concrete Work: A DEWALT POWERSHIFT Case Study

Construction Business Owner

Transforming Concrete Work: A DEWALT POWERSHIFT Case Study Discover How DEWALT is Revolutionizing Concrete Workflow and Redefining Industry Standards mhodges Thu, 03/07/2024 - 12:31 Explore how DEWALT's innovative electric equipment is redefining concrete workflow. Discover the ergonomic design features aimed at minimizing physical strain on workers, coupled with advanced safety measures ensuring smooth and safe operation.

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Youth in Construction: Building the Future of the Industry

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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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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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Compressive Strength of Mortar -Mix Ratio and Cube Test

The Constructor

Take 200gm of cement and 600gm of standard sand in the proportion 1:3 by weight) in a pan. (The standard sand shall be of quartz, of light, gray or whitish variety and shall be free from silt. The sand grains shall be angular, the shape of grains approximating to the spherical form, elongated and flattened grains being present only in very small quantities.

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How Preconstruction Planning for K-12 Schools Saves Time and Money

Wolgast Corporation

School District leaders new to construction projects on their campus may not know all the steps and activities needed before construction can start. We share details of what to expect and who the shareholders should be to make a School District's project(s) happen. The Start In the State of Michigan, the school foundation allowance is intended for instruction and operations of a School District.

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The Power Of Core Values In Your Trade Business

Contractor Bookkeeping

As a construction company owner, you're the architect of your business's vision and culture. But some of the foundation often needs to catch up in the hustle to improve services, chase sales, and keep the lights on. Core values—those guiding principles that shape your company's identity—are more than words on a wall or a statement in a handbook. Getting leads and doing the work is only part of the answer.

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Baltimore’s Key Bridge collapses after ship collision

Construction Dive

The four-lane, 1.6-mile span is a major crossing for Baltimore traffic. It crumpled into the Patapsco River Tuesday morning.

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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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Optimize Operations to Grow Your Business

Construction Business Owner

Optimize Operations to Grow Your Business Discover proven strategies to enhance your field service operations and drive business growth. mhodges Mon, 03/04/2024 - 11:38 When your business depends on delivering quality service, it’s essential to have field service operations that run like clockwork. However, finding the time to fine-tune these operations can be a challenge.

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Building Customer Confidence in Electrical Contractor Bids

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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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Anti-Termite Treatment – Types, Chemicals, Prevention and Safety

The Constructor

Anti-termite treatment is a crucial chemical procedure conducted for soil, masonry, wood, and electrical fixtures to establish a chemical barrier against subterranean termites, both before and after construction. This article delves into various facets of anti-termite treatment, encompassing anti-termite chemicals, pre and post-construction procedures, preventive measures, safety protocols, as well as advantages and disadvantages associated […] The post Anti-Termite Treatment – Types

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Safeguarding our schools: Strategies to protect students and keep campuses safe

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Safeguarding our schools: Strategies to protect students and keep campuses safe 0 qpurcell Tue, 03/26/2024 - 08:03 Security and Life Safety HMC Architects' PreK-12 Principal in Charge, Sherry Sajadpour, shares insights from school security experts and advisors on PreK-12 design strategies. Sherry Sajadpour K-12 Schools Designers Architects Interior Architecture Security and Life Safety Ensuring the safety and security of students and staff is a top priority for school districts nationwide.

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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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The Secrets To Stellar Client Service In The Construction Industry

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Customer service is the heartbeat of any successful business. The unsung hero transforms a potential disaster into an opportunity and a mere transaction into a lifelong relationship. In the narrative of customer loyalty and retention, service is the protagonist. Your approach to customer service has the power to attract and retain clients. As a construction business owner, client service is critical to your company's success.

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Resorts World New York City launches bid for $5B development

Construction Dive

The racetrack casino in Queens will create a full “Las Vegas-style” gaming complex — if the New York State Gaming Commission awards it a highly competitive license.

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Establishing Healthy Confrontation

Construction Business Owner

Establishing Healthy Confrontation ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 15:40 Many managers, supervisors and employees always have excuses for not completing tasks on time. A lot of leaders struggle with holding people accountable. They are often afraid if they’re too tough by demanding accountability, their people will resist and potentially quit their positions.

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Hoses in Civil Engineering

Learn Civil Engineering

The selection of appropriate hoses in manufacturing processes within civil engineering projects is critical to ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and the longevity of infrastructure.

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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Thermoplastic Composites in Construction – Types, Properties, Uses

The Constructor

Thermoplastic composites represent a highly ductile material capable of being repaired even after prolonged service. Characterized by their high toughness, substantial strength, and the unique ability to be remolded and recycled, these materials emerge as an optimal choice in various construction applications. Typically deployed in lightweight structures, storage tanks, door and window frames, as well […] The post Thermoplastic Composites in Construction – Types, Properties, Uses app

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Saudi Arabia’s $800 Billion Line to Nowhere

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Saudi Arabia is embarking on one of the most ambitious urban development projects the world has ever seen. “The Line,” a futuristic city within the larger NEOM megacity initiative, aims to redefine what it means to live and interact within urban spaces. This linear metropolis stretches across 170 kilometers of desert, promising a zero-carbon footprint and an unprecedented integration of technology… Source The post Saudi Arabia’s $800 Billion Line to Nowhere appeared

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Marketing Your Construction Business: How To Make It Work For You

Contractor Bookkeeping

Marketing your construction business is crucial for its growth and success. You can use various strategies to promote your business, such as creating a website, networking, social media marketing, and advertising. Additionally, sponsoring events and collaborating with other companies can help you reach a wider audience. I understand how daunting it can feel for construction business owners like you; we've been there.