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6 Reasons to Lease Compact Equipment

Construction Business Owner

6 Reasons to Lease Compact Equipment ccapoccia Wed, 07/24/2024 - 16:51 In an industry as dynamic and fast-paced as construction, efficiency and flexibility are paramount. One key strategy that construction companies may consider to maintain a competitive edge is leasing equipment. It’s important to note that when it comes to buying, renting or leasing there is no wrong choice — every business is unique, and the decision comes down to what’s best for your specific needs.

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Construction Cost Data Information

Job Order Contracting

Current, objective, verifiable, and detailed construction cost data is critical to achieving any useful level of cost visibility and cost management. The fact that detailed unit price cost estimates using this type of information is rarely used and shared among owners and design/builders is largely responsible for cost overruns. “National average price books” are wide used by both owners and design/builders, however, cannot provide an adequate representation of local market conditi

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Balancing Job Order Contracting Objectives and Costs

Job Order Contracting

Balancing Objectives and Costs for Job Order Contracting is often overlooked by most organizations. Are you consistently achieving quality on-time, on-budget repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build outcomes at a reasonable cost? Do you have full, verifiable, objective cost visibility? Are you using just to simply speed the procurement process?

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Trimble launches Connected Construction Conference for the UK

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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Future-Proof Your Firm: Discover the Power of Next Gen Construction ERP

In the face of rising customer expectations and evolving industry standards, staying ahead in construction demands innovation. A Next Generation Construction ERP is designed to meet these challenges head-on. By integrating this advanced system into your tech stack, you empower your team with a single source of truth, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.

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Turner buys Dornan Engineering in advanced technology play

Construction Dive

The biggest contractor in the U.S. is eyeing data center and biopharma opportunities in Europe with the acquisition of an Ireland-based firm focused on tech-heavy builds.

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Your Guide to Work Boots for Construction & Other Trades

Construction Business Owner

Your Guide to Work Boots for Construction & Other Trades ccapoccia Thu, 07/25/2024 - 10:18 Having the right footwear is critical for comfort and safety. However, depending on your trade, you might have unique requirements, and the type of work boots you choose can make a significant difference in performance and protection. Here’s a comprehensive look at 10 essential types of work boots for various trade workers, such as construction workers, electricians, HVAC professionals, landscapers and

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Obituary: Irvin Richter, 79, Pioneered Construction Claim Resolution, Project Management Consulting

ENR Construction

Innovator who founded and led claims and project management consultant Hill International in the 1970s and became a widely sought expert in both fields, died of complications from a stroke on June 22.

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California contractor settles EEOC transgender harassment charge

Construction Dive

An automatic sprinkler installer based in the Bay Area allegedly made verbal and physical threats against a worker due to his gender identity and sexual orientation, the agency said.

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Fortifying Financials And The Importance Of Solid Security Measures

Contractor Bookkeeping

The recent cyber outage is a stark reminder of digital systems' vulnerability and potential impact on businesses, including those in the construction industry. This incident offers several critical lessons for construction bookkeeping. As a contractor, your accounting and bookkeeping systems are vulnerable not only to cyber threats but also to software outages, which can compromise sensitive financial data and disrupt business operations.

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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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Is Your Equipment Set Up for a Successful Job?

Construction Business Owner

Is Your Equipment Set Up for a Successful Job? ccapoccia Thu, 07/25/2024 - 09:02 Concrete pumps are indispensable assets in the construction industry. Over time, they have revolutionized the way concrete is placed, and enhanced the efficiency of construction projects. Whether it’s pouring foundations, erecting tall structures or constructing intricate architectural designs, concrete pumps play a pivotal role in ensuring precision, speed and accuracy.

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4BT JOC Program Management Solution

Job Order Contracting

Why consider the 4BT JOC Program Management Solution? 1. Critical management functionality 2. Current, objective, verifiable, LOCAL MARKET labor, material, and equipment costs 3. Achieves unparalled value, cost savings, and ROI 4. Builds and retains owner and design-builder knowledge [contact-form] The post 4BT JOC Program Management Solution appeared first on 4BT.

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Esri, Autodesk Deepen Data Connections With CAD, Revit Features Coming to ArcGIS Pro

ENR Construction

Esri President Jack Dangermond and Autodesk CEO Andrew Anagnost promise new GIS-to-BIM workflows as Esri and Autodesk's partnership works to bring planners and designers closer together.

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Bechtel wins second phase of massive Texas LNG project

Construction Dive

The Reston, Virginia-based builder continues to work on the Port Arthur project’s first phase, a $13 billion undertaking that will finish between 2027 and 2028.

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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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Collaborative Effort Helps Rainwater Harvesting Reach Pivotal Benchmark

Contractor Magazine

The GSA’s acceptance of ARCSA/ASPE/ANSI rainwater standards in its mandatory design standards and performance criteria for its buildings signals positive momentum for the rainwater catchment and harvesting industry.

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The Reality of Using VR for Health Care Construction

Construction Business Owner

The Reality of Using VR for Health Care Construction ccapoccia Thu, 07/25/2024 - 10:07 The continued advancement and affordability of virtual reality (VR) and its close cousins, augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR), continue to directly influence and, in some ways, redefine the means and methods of project delivery. The ability to simulate a three-dimensional environment in detail can greatly enhance the planning, design and conceptualization phases of building, particularly on complex

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FM Professionals engage, inspire, and harness the full potential of your teams

Job Order Contracting

It’s critical that FM professionals engage, inspire, and harness the full potential of internal and external teams. Communicate vision, purpose, mission, and strategy for your organization clearly, directly, and continuously. FM Productivity Solution – Technology #1. Collaborate and communicate at speed and scale. #2. Ensure cost visibility and cost management capability. #3.

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Feds Offer $4.3B in Grants for Community-Driven Emissions Cut Projects

ENR Construction

25 US grantees were selected from 300 applicants, some of them coalitions across regions to address air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions—with Pennsylvania and New Jersey the big winners.

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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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Gilbane scores $110M Richmond baseball stadium

Construction Dive

The planned 10,000-seat Richmond Diamond District Ballpark will be the home of the Flying Squirrels, an affiliate of the MLB’s San Francisco Giants.

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HS2 scaleback costs revealed in spending watchdog report

Construction Law

Cancellation of the northern part of the HS2 project has left the project’s purposes unclear, wasted significant resources and undermined plans for increasing capacity, says government spending watchdog the National Audit Office (NAO). To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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Accountability: An Easy Word to Say, but a Hard Word to Practice

Construction Business Owner

Accountability: An Easy Word to Say, but a Hard Word to Practice ccapoccia Wed, 07/24/2024 - 14:52 I f you ask any associate in any construction organization the top two areas of improvement, the first would probably be communication. Feeling in on things, knowing the direction of the firm, knowing the score of the game, “drive-by” communication and lack of time are all common factors that have led to the conclusion that communication appears to a weakness.

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Aggregates Pricing – Crushed Stone

Job Order Contracting

Construction Aggregates The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) defines the construction aggregates industry as those companies that mine and process crushed stone and (or) construction sand and gravel. Construction aggregates are an essential part of the construction industry and serve as an indicator of the strength of the industry. All 50 U.S. States produce construction aggregates.

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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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EPA Announces First Recipients of $2B Climate Justice Grant Program

ENR Construction

The 21 projects total $325 million and include weatherization, workforce development, wastewater treatment and energy efficiency retrofits among other endeavors.

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An unusual sight in the US: A $520M dam goes up in Colorado

Construction Dive

The Chimney Hollow Reservoir, built with only the second asphalt core dam in the country, aims to make water access more reliable for Southern Rocky Mountain communities.

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Company fined £3 million for fatal accident safety failings

Construction Law

Demolition specialist Veolia ES (UK) Ltd has been fined £3 million after a man died and another was seriously injured while decommissioning a North Sea gas rig in Great Yarmouth. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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5 Ways to Overcome Cash Flow Challenges & Grow Revenue

Construction Business Owner

5 Ways to Overcome Cash Flow Challenges & Grow Revenue ccapoccia Wed, 07/24/2024 - 15:46 Two of North America’s premier concrete events took place just a few short months ago. Anyone who attended World of Concrete in January or the Canadian Concrete Expo in February would no doubt feel pretty excited about the state of the industry. The convention centers were filled to the rafters with exhibits that showcased the most innovative products and technologies available to customers, and legions

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Unlock Project Efficiency with the Ultimate Construction ERP Buyer’s Guide

Optimize your construction operations with our in-depth Buyer’s Guide on selecting the right ERP system. As the construction industry evolves, leaders must make decisions that ensure long-term success. Our guide provides a roadmap for choosing a specialized construction ERP that streamlines processes, enhances productivity, and boosts project visibility.

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6 Steps to Construction planning, procurement, and project delivery integration and significantly improved outcomes.

Job Order Contracting

Construction planning, procurement, and project delivery integration is a prerequisite to the consistent delivery of quality facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build project on time and on budget. Failure to achieve the above is the #1 reason for the rampant waste endemic to public sector organizations. Achieving integration and collaboration among internal and external groups is far from complex.

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Maryland Gets Federal Environmental Approval for Key Bridge Rebuild

ENR Construction

State officials plan to rebuild the collapsed bridge in Baltimore using the same footprint as the original that was struck by a container vessel in March.

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The 9 largest commercial construction starts of June 2024

Construction Dive

Total groundbreakings plummeted to kick off the summer, but included a $1.5 billion data center in Ohio and $1 billion multifamily building in Florida.