HardHatChat

MARCH 26, 2024

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. is essential.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 11, 2023

As in all walks of life, technology and innovation are changing the landscape of the industrial construction industry. With this in mind, keep reading for 5 innovative approaches to industrial construction project management in 2023. Be Willing to Take More Risks Taking risks does not mean ignoring safety.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 8, 2024

Understanding the updated DBRA regulations is more important than ever. Are you paying prevailing wages correctly?

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

million workers in the United States are exposed to crystalline silica dust — 90% of which are employed in construction. Inhaling silica particles can increase the risk of silicosis, lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), more than. and kidney disease.

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Lets Build

DECEMBER 2, 2022

It’s a curious paradox that few industries are as tightly regulated and controlled as the construction sector, yet at the same time, few industries are as vulnerable to unexpected events. From ambient weather to subcontractor failures, construction projects can be derailed in numerous ways. Supplier and vendor failures.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Traditional construction procurement methods can endanger building safety, while an integrated, less adversarial approach can consistently improve safety and quality, while significantly reducing cost and delivery time. 2017, Building a Safer Future, Independent Review of Building, Regulations and Fire Safety: Interim Report. “The

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

Commercial real estate development involves the process of acquiring, designing, constructing, and leasing or selling commercial properties such as office buildings, retail centers, and industrial parks. This includes analyzing factors such as zoning regulations, transportation access, and market demand.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Reducing the Major Risks Associated with Public Sector Construction. Public sector construction faces inherently more major concerns and sources of potential litigation than in the private sector. Non-compliance with regulations, statues, policies and/or procedures. Lack of transparency. Lack of trust. Compliance.

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Construction Law

JUNE 3, 2024

Guest editor Insolvency in construction: the ‘bounce back’? Guest Editor Daniel Warren of DLA Piper UK LLP questions whether recent improvements in the economy are reflected in construction’s fortunes. Legal terms explained Anant Rangan of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP explains what is meant by the term serial adjudication.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Managing Supply Chain Disruptions in the Construction Industry. This has been true for every industry, but few have been as broadly affected as the construction industry. Construction supply chains are naturally complex, and the operating principles that worked in the pre-COVID-19 marketplace may not be as successful today.

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Lets Build

MAY 23, 2022

Any construction project is a complex web of targets, opportunities, challenges, and risks. While effective planning and contingency funds go a long way to smoothing over the inevitable mid-cycle wrinkles, choosing prefabricated construction techniques is almost guaranteed to further reduce delays or unforeseen challenges.

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Construction Marketing

AUGUST 3, 2022

None of this would be possible without efficient and careful construction project management planning and construction managers. Construction project management plays a vital role in ensuring that all the buildings around us are built safely and on time. What does the construction project management team do?

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HardHatChat

APRIL 24, 2023

As a National General Contractor working across multiple verticals in the commercial construction space, we understand the challenges (COVID and Supply Chain) facing our retail, restaurant, hospitality, and senior housing clients. To mitigate your risks, stick with high-quality and proven performance.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 31, 2023

Prolonged exposure to toxic chemicals and substances can increase the risk of severe diseases like cancer, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and tetanus. Compliance with Regulations Different industries are required to comply with different sets of environmental regulations. It also poses a threat to wildlife and the general environment.

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Civiconcepts

MARCH 14, 2023

The building and construction industry is considered one of the most dangerous industries globally. The hazard and health risks are enormous for workers. There are several regulations in place on … How to Receive Compensation After Construction Site Accident or Disease Read More »

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 31, 2018

Risk management is an inherent part of the job in the constru ction industry. A construction company in Seattle is currently facing charges after an employee died in a trench collapse. For example, five employees recently died in an explosion at a Pittsburgh drilling company that had violated OSHA safety regulations in the past.

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Construction Law

APRIL 2, 2024

The government’s own net zero carbon targets are at risk if the speed of delivery of investments isn’t increased. Legislation state of play table Our regular update on the progress of regulations and legislation affecting construction and procurement compiled by Alignment Media.

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Construction Law

MAY 2, 2024

News Our regular news round up includes a survey saying collaboration is on the rise; Network Rail promises a partnering approach in its new framework; and a warning that carbon reduction policy risks legal challenge. Legal terms explained Isabella Salame of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP explains what is meant by non-delegable duties.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

Construction is one of the most hazardous industries, with injuries occurring almost every year. When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding. When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 26, 2022

Construction firms are always in pursuit of safer jobsites. Technology has advanced significantly in recent years in the realm of construction safety. In celebration of Construction Safety Week, we’re exploring some of those advancements, which are pushing the industry forward and making it safer for all. . Wearables & IoT.

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Stok

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Regarding real estate specifically, the latest Global Status Report released by UNEP this week found that built environment energy consumption has increased beyond pre-pandemic peak levels by 2%, calling for an urgent increase in energy efficiency in both new construction and existing buildings.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

Federal regulator also approves new natural gas projects in Gulf states and Minnesota.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 10, 2022

While safety regulations have come a long way since the golden era of the skyscraper in the early part of the 20th century, construction remains an inherently risky industry and many workers simply accept that risk, knowing that dangerous work is just part of the job.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 15, 2019

Marijuana Regulation at Work. Understandably, marijuana regulation at work has been a topic of much discussion in the media and at the state and federal regulatory levels over the past few years. State and Federal Usage Regulations.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 30, 2019

New construction technologies to attract younger workers, a push toward green building and the good and bad news in safety — these highlight some of the top stories in April. Joysticks and Simulations: The New Construction Recruiting Tools. Joysticks and Simulations: The New Construction Recruiting Tools.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 12, 2017

Construction work can be dangerous in normal situations, but a jobsite in a disaster zone, whether natural or manmade, has its own inherent risks for crew and equipment. There are also regulations to follow for the operations and handling of hazardous materials.

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Construction Equipment

MAY 18, 2016

Dams that once were considered low-risk because they were located in unpopulated areas are now surrounded by homes and roads, bringing them up to the high-risk category. Add some aging and climate change, and the high-risk dams become killers waiting to act.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 9, 2018

Despite regulations, asbestos is still a real and present danger for construction workers. Though 42 percent of construction deaths involve falls , a surprising 17 percent are attributed to exposure to toxic materials like asbestos. No amount of asbestos is considered safe, especially for those with high-risk occupations.

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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

APRIL 21, 2022

Managing a construction project isn’t easy. As a construction executive, it’s your job to keep all of these plates spinning at once. However, with construction management software, you can say goodbye to all of the hassle and confusion, trading it in for one easy-to-use app. What is construction management software?

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Constructonomics

JANUARY 29, 2014

Whilst working at height is essential for some construction projects, many of these accidents could be avoided with the simple implementation of proper training and the appropriate equipment. Familiarise Yourself With Regulations. Carry Out Thorough Risk Assessments. Can you get rid of the hazard altogether? Plan Access Routes.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 12, 2024

Entergy says barge-mounted power plant in Port Fourchon would withstand weather risks, but fossil fuel opponents are set to voice key concerns to regulators.

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 6, 2023

In this guest blog post for Fieldwire, Patrick Hogan explains five common challenges project managers face on construction projects. Each construction project poses unique challenges — this is why construction project managers have distinct roles and responsibilities to fulfill from project to project.

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Lets Build

MAY 11, 2022

Most construction companies, project managers , and contractors will deal with preliminaries in their construction contracts. These preliminaries, also called prelims, cover costs for an entire construction project—not for specific work sections or activities. What do preliminaries in construction mean? Site security.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

LEAN construction delivery is the solution to the AECOO sector’s track record of poor productivity. While LEAN processes have been deployed just as successfully as in the manufacturing, software, and other areas, penetration has been anemic. Less than 5% of the AECOO currently uses LEAN construction, and even fewer do so optimally.

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Construction Law

MAY 4, 2021

Construction abounds with examples of both approaches, but unfortunately the outcome of the heads in the sand policy can be fatal. Other inquiries are being made jointly by Police Scotland, British Transport Police and railway regulator the Office of Rail and Road.

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Lets Build

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Safety violations on construction sites aren’t uncommon—just look at these statistics: Over 20% of all fatal workplace accidents in the EU during 2019 took place in the construction industry, making it the top industry for fatal injuries. of non-fatal accidents due to safety violations took place on construction sites in the EU.

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