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How Shawmut Supports Employee Mental Health in Construction

Construction Business Owner

How Shawmut Supports Employee Mental Health in Construction ccapoccia Fri, 05/09/2025 - 09:05 Shawmut Design and Construction has set itself apart as a firm that prioritizes its people. With a workforce of 1,400 employees, Shawmuts commitment to its core values extends beyond project sites to the well-being of its employees and the communities in which it operates.

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Data centers, but little else, prop up construction planning

Construction Dive

The Dodge Momentum Index rose 0.9% in April as tariffs and policy uncertainty kept many owners and developers on the sidelines.

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Sonic Foundation Technology: Building Solid Ground with Sound

The Constructor

As urban expansion reaches geologically unstable or previously undevelopable sites, builders need smarter, cleaner, and faster solutions to ensure foundation safety. Sonic foundation technologyusing sound waves to strengthen soilis emerging as a game-changing advancement in geotechnical engineering.

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Local Construction Costs

Job Order Contracting

Local construction costs are now available to real property owners and builders. A unit price book must be valid, reliable, and verifiable to objectively and realistically represent current local market conditions. Owners, builders, and oversight groups now have the ability to… #1. Source current, LOCAL MARKET commercial construction cost data #2.

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How Top Construction Firms Reinvent Cost Control

Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast. This guide reveals how market leaders are managing financial risk by shifting to incremental budgeting, regional sourcing, and real-time cost tracking. Learn how to structure contracts with price protections, streamline procurement workflows with automation, and avoid labor cost increases with smarter workforce planning.

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ATI Has Joined ISNetworld®: Your Guide to Staying Compliant

Safety Services Company

Navigating compliance in todays industrial landscape just became more critical for contractors, as ATI, a global leader in specialty materials, has joined ISNetworlds network of hiring clients. Contractors working with ATI will need to meet specific requirements to remain compliant and eligible for future projects within the ISNetworld system. Now that ATI has joined ISNetworld, what does this mean for your business, and how can you ensure your compliance effectively?

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Granite JV plays it safe at Sacramento’s American River Bridge rehab

Construction Dive

The California-based team has taken a 20/20/20 approach, pausing their work every 20 minutes to perform a 20-second scan of the area 20 feet around them.

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The Rise of Autonomous Excavators in Modern Construction

The Constructor

Autonomous excavators are redefining whats possible in construction. By integrating artificial intelligence, precision sensors, and robotic control systems, these machines can perform complex earthmoving tasks without a human operator on board. The result? Increased accuracy, efficiency, and safety at a time when the industry faces labor shortages and growing productivity demands.

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Origins of Percent Plan Complete in Construction

Job Order Contracting

The historical origins of percent plan complete (PPC) began with the Department of Defense, with later focus by Glenn Ballard and the LPS (Last Planner System). The U. S. Department of Defense ( DoD) employed performance measurement techniques akin to Percent Plan Complete ( PPC) well before its formalization in the Lean Construction Institute’s Last Planner System during the 1990s.

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The Age of AI: How Construction is Leveraging New Tech to Create a Safer Workplace

ENR Construction

Everything from AI to wearables and the ubiquity of drone flights is changing construction to make it easier for everyone to go home at night.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Employee Owner Spotlight: Oliva Costin and the BETA Experience

PC Construction

After graduating from Clarkson University with a bachelors degree in civil engineering, Olivia joined PC as an office engineer and quickly progressed through an engineer-in-training program. Now a project manager, Olivia has grasped the opportunity to learn the intricate details of PCs diverse markets from education, health care and resort work to water and wastewater treatment construction.

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Tutor Perini turns a profit on growing backlog

Construction Dive

The Los Angeles-based contractor reported a record pipeline of work, raised its outlook for the first time in company history and expressed confidence in the face of tariffs.

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Mastering Construction Bookkeeping

Construction Business Owner

Mastering Construction Bookkeeping ccapoccia Fri, 05/09/2025 - 08:53 Construction bookkeeping is the backbone of financial management in the project-centric construction industry. Delve into the core principles, software solutions and best practices that can empower construction professionals to master the art of bookkeeping and make sound financial decisions.

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Capital Project Management Solution – Built Environment

Job Order Contracting

Good people, a robust process, and actionable information are critical to capital project management. A proactive focus upon People, Process, Information, & Enabling Technology has proven to be the only pathway to efficient capital project management on a consistent basis. While technology is an enabler, is should not be considered a solution, nor be a key driver in decision-making.

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The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth

Take your construction business to the next level with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Whether you're managing seasonal cash flow challenges, dealing with unexpected equipment repairs, or planning to scale your operations, securing the right funding is essential for success. This guide explores a range of fast and flexible financing options tailored for construction businesses.

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700+ NE Building Trades, Employers Join Mental Health and Substance Use Crisis Stand Down

ENR Construction

The BTEA Northeast event coincided with National Mental Health Awareness Month in May.

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Feed the Flock Gala Brings in $100,000 to Support Catawba County

PC Construction

On May 9, PCs North Carolina team got dressed up for a night on the town to support the Catawba County community. The 12th Annual Feed the Flock Gala brought together a crowd of 450 who helped raise over $100,000 to benefit The Corner Table. In 2024, the Corner Tables Community Kitchen program provided nearly 72,000 meals to those in need, with an additional 6,500 meals served through their Frozen Meal Program.

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PPG to build $380M North Carolina manufacturing facility

Construction Dive

The new Shelby plant will produce the paint manufacturer’s complete line of aerospace coatings and sealants.

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Top 5 Ways to Prevent Construction Site Theft

Construction Today

Construction site theft is a growing concern across the industry, with billions lost annually due to stolen tools, materials, and equipment. According to industry estimates, the U.S. alone sees nearly $1 billion in losses each year, not including the indirect costs of delays, increased insurance premiums, and reputational damage. With heavy machinery and valuable materials often left on-site… Source The post Top 5 Ways to Prevent Construction Site Theft appeared first on Construction

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Ryan Bowman, Ralph’s grandson makes his own way at The Korte Company

The Korte Company

Ryan Bowman was raised in the world of construction. Thats how it goes when your grandfather is Ralph Korte, the founder of The Korte Company. Ryan is the son of Ralphs eldest daughter, Susan Bowman, the companys CFO. Growing up near company headquarters in Highland, Illinois, he sold a lot of Boy Scout popcorn in the office. Ralph mightve been a big boss at work, but Ryan remembers grandma being the one who ran the ship at home.

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Invenergy Picks Quanta Services, Kiewit for $7B Midwest Transmission Line Project Work

ENR Construction

Firms' newly awarded contracts for work on Grain Belt Express high-voltage line's 530-mile first phase total nearly $1.7 billion.

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Associated Builders and Contractors Releases Latest Construction Spending Analysis

Construction Superintendent Magazine

National nonresidential construction spending decreased.5% in March, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.25 trillion. Spending was down on a monthly basis in 11 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories. Private nonresidential spending fell.8%, while public nonresidential construction spending was down.2% in March.

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$500M Kelso Solar Project breaks ground in Missouri

Construction Dive

Renewables developer Arevon Energy is supplying Meta with its 430-megawatt project in Scott County.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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Top Must-Haves for Your Next Incentive Travel Program

Next Level Performance

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes To keep your audience engaged, it’s crucial to understand what drives their satisfaction in 2025 and beyond. Flexibility, participant interaction, and novel experiences ensure your program remains relevant and impactful, and provides lasting value to attendees and your organization. Let’s dive into some incentive travel program tips to keep your travel experiences fresh, based on the latest research: 4.

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Winding roads lead to the perfect destination for Eric Wolters

The Korte Company

Eric Wolters wasnt raised with a construction background. His father wasnt a contractor or handyman he was a commodity broker. As a kid growing up in Collinsville, Illinois, he thought hed eventually run a funeral home like his uncles. In school, he never even took a shop class. Instead, he earned a degree in mortuary science from Southern Illinois University Carbondale in 1999.

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AI, Real-World Robotics Applications Take Center Stage at ENR FutureTech

ENR Construction

Nearly 600 attendees heard optimistic visions of a not-too-distant future where architecture, engineering and construction practitioners have more connected workflows, more reliable data pipelines, more proactive approaches to cope with jobsite uncertainty and tools to replace meetings and work phases.

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Dodge Momentum Index Declines 7% in March

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The Dodge Momentum Index, issued by Dodge Construction Network, receded 6.9% in March to 205.6 (2000=100) from the revised February reading of 220.9. Over the month, commercial planning declined 7.8% while institutional planning fell 5%. Increased uncertainty around material prices and fiscal policies may have begun to factor into planning decisions throughout March, stated Sarah Martin, associate director of forecasting at Dodge Construction Network.

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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

Generative AI is already transforming how the construction industry operates. This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times. Get a detailed look at the tools and platforms making it possible, including AI-driven robotics and material optimization.

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The Fatal 5? Balfour Beatty highlights risk of live traffic.

Construction Dive

The contractor has added speeding vehicles to the well-known “Fatal Four” list and is taking steps to mitigate the danger.

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Reports from the Courts: May 2025

Construction Law

Our latest round up of the court decisions of most relevance to construction comes from Andrew Croft , Ben Spannuth , and Daniela Miklova of Beale & Company Solicitors LLP , who look at a decision providing a useful reminder that assignments do not transfer liabilities to an assignee and that only the benefit of a contract is transferred. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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Build Smart means never standing still: Inside the 2025 PE Squad Summit

The Korte Company

At The Korte Company, we dont just talk about Build Smart. We live it. We teach it. And most importantly, we learn it. That mindset was on display during the 2025 PE Squad Summit held in early 2025 in St. Louis. A sharp, seasoned group of project engineers came together for two days of hands-on collaboration, technical training and straight-shoot problem solving.

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