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Making the Construction Industry Accessible for All

Fieldwire

Some construction companies have started to hire more women, but they face issues with harassment and discrimination in the workplace. The National Safety Council ranks the construction industry fourth in death rates behind agriculture, mining and transportation. The workforce is aging, so you must diversify and attract new talent.

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Invest In America Commends President Obama For Focus On Foreign Investment

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“We could spur billions in new investment and create thousands of middle class jobs here in the United States by providing relief from outdated tax rules that discriminate against foreign investors who finance U.S. real estate projects,” said Jeffrey D. DeBoer, President and CEO of The Real Estate Roundtable.

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Why Projects Fail

Job Order Contracting

Real property owners, architects, engineers, and builders all would profit greatly from just applying “Change Management 101” effectively as a priority. It is possible to discriminate between healthy and failing projects prior to failure before the project execution phase in the capital facility delivery process.

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All About Tendering | What Is Tendering | What Is a Tender in Construction | Tendering Meaning in Construction

CivilJungle

Also, a new firm to the industry with no company relations may succeed in a respected and profitable design by bringing a suitable estimate for buyers’ prices. Apply cheap class object – the designer who will necessitate acting the nominate demand method my sense forceful to keep low-price to care a fair profit limit.

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Job Order Contracting – Best Practices Implementation

Building Information Management

JOC, an annual contract and multiple option year agreement for general construction, generally requires the Contractor to e furnish associated labor, tools, materials, equipment and transportation. Travel time or costs associated with transportation between an employee’s residence and job site are not reimbursable.

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Recruiting Ideas for Low Wage Workers 

ExactHire - Construction

Remember that low-wage workers often have limited options for daycare, medical appointments, and transportation. Investing in the morale of your workforce will help you attract energetic hourly workers while also increasing your company’s profitability. Be open to flexible work schedules.

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Top 25 Finalists for Ivory Innovations' Housing Affordability Prize

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The Atlas will illuminate zoning laws and unlock research that will reveal how zoning impacts housing availability and affordability, transportation systems, the environment, economic opportunity, educational opportunity, and our food supply. zoning codes through a first-of-its-kind user-friendly online resource.