Contractor Bookkeeping

MARCH 5, 2019

From designing to planning and project management to creation, construction jobs play a significant role in building a site. Construction is involved in various things such as skyscrapers, bridges, houses, hospitals, railways, airports, and more. They also ensure that their projects are finished within a given time and budget.

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Lets Build

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

There are some unique construction trends in 2023, but we also have more of the same. 2023 also brings more unpredictability for company execs and project managers, making managing schedules, budgets, and timelines challenging. Here’s what the top construction industry trends in 2023 look like: 1. New year, new trends, right?

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 17, 2020

Construction procurement and project delivery remains problematic for most organizations. The problem and solution to the AECOO sectors rampant economic and environmental waste, simply defined (AECOO = Architecture, Engineering, Construction Operations, Owners). Efficient Construction Procurement and Project Delivery.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Open construction cost estimating, as employed in 4BT’s OpenCost(TM) approach, simply provides the following… #1. Improves budgeting, design, construction, and operations process flow efficiency. #2. In short, open construction cost estimating is a requisite component of any LEAN construction delivery method.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

“Overall, the employment picture for construction workers is positive—the number of metro areas adding construction jobs in the past year was more than triple the number that lost jobs,” Read more.

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BD+C

JULY 6, 2020

Construction employment increased by 158,000 jobs in June, but employment related to infrastructure slipped, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

JULY 10, 2020

Construction employment increased by 158,000 jobs in June, but employment related to infrastructure slipped, according to a newly released analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data.

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Work Gearz

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

So, you are on a tight budget, but you really need to purchase a new pair of work boots. While some cheaper work boots may be manufactured with lower-quality materials and will tend to last less than a year, not all budget work boots fall into this category. King Rocks Moc Toe Construction . Goodyear Welt Construction.

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BD+C

JUNE 8, 2020

Construction employment rebounded by 464,000 jobs in May, but the total remained 596,000 below the latest peak in February and the industry’s 12.7 percent unemployment rate was the highest for May since 2012, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 30, 2018

Before you head home to get in costume or hand out candy, check out the top headlines from October’s construction news. This month’s stories bring some unique insights to the discussion, though, and they offer a sneak peek at JBKnowledge’s 2018 Construction Technology Report. Can Artificial Intelligence Change Construction?

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

JUNE 18, 2020

Construction employment rebounded by 464,000 jobs in May, but the total remained 596,000 below the latest peak in February and the industry’s 12.7% The post AGC Reports Construction Jobs Rise by 464K, Remain Below Recent Peak appeared first on Construction Superintendent.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The labor shortage is an ongoing challenge, and it's an issue that's plaguing construction firms all around the world. Take, for example, Japan , where 60% of construction firms are reportedly experiencing labor shortages. So, how can firms navigate the construction workforce shortage? of people in construction are women 6.7%

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Lets Build

AUGUST 5, 2022

Construction projects are more complex than ever—with tight deadlines and budgets, small inefficiencies quickly add up to high costs and more waste. Luckily, lean construction principles offer organizations practical ways to minimize waste and maximize value throughout their projects. The top 5 lean construction benefits.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 30, 2013

The Construction Marketing Association’s Advertising Best Practices Webcast was packed full of inspired advertising case studies in the construction industry. of construction professionals employed some form of advertising highlighting its value in a modern marketing mix. Summary of Advertising in Construction Survey Results.

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Fieldwire

DECEMBER 12, 2023

There’s more to a successful construction project than enough resources, workforce and budget. As a subcontractor , you play a crucial role in the success of a construction project, making it essential for you to embody and instill these characteristics in your crew. It demands a team equipped with specific traits.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 30, 2013

The Construction Marketing Association’s Advertising Best Practices Webcast was packed full of inspired advertising case studies in the construction industry. of construction professionals employed some form of advertising highlighting its value in a modern marketing mix. Summary of Advertising in Construction Survey Results.

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Construction Budgeting Budget FAQ 176

Construction Superintendent Magazine

MARCH 29, 2013

Construction employment expanded in 35 states in February as the industry added 48,000 jobs nationally, the largest one-month gain in nearly six years, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of Labor Department data.

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Employment AGC Construction Budgeting 40

BD+C

MARCH 18, 2024

A modular construction solution to the mental healthcare crisis 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/18/2024 - 12:19 Healthcare Facilities Maria Ionescu, Senior Medical Planner, Stantec, shares a tested solution for the overburdened emergency department: Modular hub-and-spoke design. Shorten the onsite construction time. In the U.S.,

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 7, 2017

But running a construction company isn’t just about getting bids, staying under budget, and bringing in revenue. Health and wellness in the construction industry isn’t something that’s regularly discussed and when it is, usually focuses on safety and prevention. Health insurance benefits. Tobacco cessation encouragement.

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Chianelli Estimating

JANUARY 17, 2022

Construction labor costs are escalating and represent a major variable cost to any construction project. You may want to calculate labor for a major home renovation project or perhaps for a major construction project like building an office plaza. Just make sure you budget for more labor cost variability. Paid time off.

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Lets Build

JUNE 5, 2020

But what about using WhatsApp in your construction projects? First and foremost, WhatsApp isn’t a tool that has been made for the construction industry. Many stakeholders in construction resort to WhatsApp in their effort to get real-time updates on the numerous ongoing tasks and projects. Could that be a good idea?

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 27, 2021

The Associated General Contractors of Minnesota, along with other construction trade groups, took a stance against the state’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirements, saying the mandate would be costly and time consuming. Construction. Construction. Read More. . Coronavirus Resources and Information. Government + Policy.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 1, 2022

Advancing your career in construction is almost like being inside a “choose your own adventure” story. That being said, most of the career paths in construction today have one thing in common: the need for tech skills. We’ll cut right to the chase: embracing technology is key for construction professionals today. .

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

The characteristics of strategic collaboration and efficient construction project delivery are discussed below. Characteristics of Strategic Collaboration and Efficient Construction Project Delivery. Projects completed at or under budgeted cost. Shorter construction schedules than planned. 2004; Black et al., management.

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Fieldwire

APRIL 11, 2022

Rework is a word no one wants to hear on a construction project. According to research published by the Construction Industry Institute (CII) in 2011, rework costs can range from 2 to 20 percent of a typical project’s contract value. They may occur due to scope changes or new information obtained after construction has started.

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Construction Marketing

JULY 24, 2020

In the past, the marketing and accounting functions within a company were not frequent collaborators save the annual budgeting or forecasting process. Without system and process automation, marketing and accounting collaboration may have been limited to forecasting and budgeting. The post Marketing and Accounting Teamwork?

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

MARCH 18, 2013

Construction employment expanded in two-thirds of all states in January as the industry showed signs of emerging from a six-year slump, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of Labor Department data.

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Lets Build

JULY 7, 2017

It’s no secret that the skills shortage continues to impact the construction industry. If you’re struggling to fill open positions at your company, here are several strategies that can boost the results of your construction recruitment efforts. Where you find construction talent significantly impacts the quality of your recruits.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 31, 2023

1] Sixty years on, the construction industry faces somewhat of a crossroads of its own. Many of the industry’s productivity problems can be traced back to bad data and poor processes, which hit the budget through delays and the need for rework. A vicious circle Productivity is a big concern in the construction industry.

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Industrial Construction Products Procurement 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 20, 2023

6 Easy Ways to Improve Construction Punch Lists At some point, no matter how much of a joy (or hell) it’s been, every project must come to an end. But as most steps in construction, it’s easier said than done. What Is a Construction Punch List? The construction punch list, also known as a snag list in the U.K.,

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Construction Software Software Budgeting 52

Lets Build

APRIL 6, 2020

As construction faces the serious effects of the Coronavirus outbreak, more and more companies are forced to either shut down their sites or, in the best-case scenario, limit their operating activities. Read more: How to manage your construction sites during and after COVID-19. Of course, a digital tool is not a cure.

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Construction Site Project Management Plans 158

Lets Build

MARCH 24, 2020

The impact of Coronavirus on the construction industry. The rise of COVID-19 has shaken up our daily lives and has put construction under extreme pressure. As the coronavirus outbreak escalates, this is a battle that all of us have to give as one, both in the construction industry and our societies around the world.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 1, 2022

Safety is foundational to construction. Even with all the focus put on budgets, timelines, and processes, safety still comes first. After all, safety can affect all these aspects of a construction project, and more. 10 Winning Strategies to Enhance Construction Safety. 10 Winning Strategies to Enhance Construction Safety.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 9, 2023

A damning report by watchdog MPs on the Public Accounts Committee said the scheme is “floundering” as cost estimates for its construction rise to £4.8bn from an original £2.6bn. “Our report finds that a wildly unrealistic budget for HS2 Euston was set in 2020 in the expectation that it would be revised. ”

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 4, 2022

3D printing offers big promises for construction. While clearly, 3D printing technology has proven beneficial in the medical, aerospace, and tool-making arenas since its inception, there’s one other field that’s potentially poised to break out: the construction sector. A History of 3D Printing in Construction.

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Lets Build

JULY 13, 2017

The UK remains uncertain of the full impact the EU referendum will have and how Brexit will actually affect the construction industry. Many businesses within the construction industry employ EU labour because it is cheaper. Find Here: Modernise Or Die: The Need For Change In Construction.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

Davis Bacon and Prevailing Wages & Construction. After Kansas’ prevailing wage law was repealed, wages fell 11 percent, training programs declined 38 percent, job site injuries rose 19 percent and employer contributions to pensions fell 17 percent. Highway construction costs are actually higher when workers are paid less.

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