How to Ditch Construction HR Pitfalls
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 22, 2021
Rummel Construction’s Andy Gagliardi talks with Viewpoint about how digitizing HR workflows removes employee management headaches.
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How to get a General Contractor’s License in North Carolina?
The Constructor
JULY 22, 2021
A general contractor’s license is basically a permit that authorizes you to carry out construction works such as foundation, framing, plumbing,
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Auditor Recommended JOC Program Best Practices
Job Order Contracting
JULY 22, 2021
The following are auditor recommended JOC Program best practices. (Partial Listing). A JOC program should never be used to bypass the lengthy traditional procurement process so that projects can be pushed along quickly, regardless of size or type, and without considering if JOC is the best option. Negotiating individual projects is critical to ensuring quality work at fair and reasonable prices.
10 Best Cement | Top 10 Best Cement In India | Top 10 Cement Companies In India | Which Cement Is Best In India
Civiconcepts
JULY 22, 2021
What Is Cement? Cement is an extremely useful binding material in construction. The applications of cement over the different fields of construction have made it an extremely valuable civil engineering … 10 Best Cement | Top 10 Best Cement In India | Top 10 Cement Companies In India | Which Cement Is Best In India Read More ».
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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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.
Nature Taking Over Buildings
Natural Building
JULY 22, 2021
The 19th century Chapelle de l’Ange au Violon in the South of France was abandoned decades ago, and nature has added a carpet of foliage while the sunlight streams through what remains of the stained glass windows. Residents of Shengshan village on an Island East of Shanghai moved away in the 1990s due to difficulties accessing proper education and food.
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Expanding healthcare space, capabilities within a limited footprint
BD+C
JULY 22, 2021
Health systems face unique challenges in balancing aging buildings with the desire to install the most advanced treatment technology. The impact of the pandemic on capital budgets also makes new construction less likely. Despite this, providing advanced care in modern settings remains a priority. In balancing these realities, our team has found creative ways for providers to expand facilities and enhance care—all while remaining in the same footprint.
First-Time Buyers Make Up Majority of Today's Buyers
Pro Builder
JULY 22, 2021
First-Time Buyers Make Up Majority of Today's Buyers. cbroderick. Thu, 07/22/2021 - 10:12. Americans’ desire for homeownership continued its rebound from a low point in 2020 through the second quarter of 2021. The National Association of Home Builders found that 17% of all American adults are considering purchasing a home within one year, up from the 10% low at the first quarter of 2020.
Fidelity Investments To Create Nearly 600 Jobs In Kentucky
Business Facilities
JULY 22, 2021
Fidelity Investments’ latest hiring effort adds to roughly 730 jobs created at its Covington, KY campus since the beginning of 2020. - Read: Fidelity Investments To Create Nearly 600 Jobs In Kentucky at BusinessFacilities.com.
LA Metro Breaks Ground on the Airport Metro Connector
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2021
LA Metro recently broke ground on the Airport Metro Connector that will connect the city's Metro system to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.
Deli Star Establishing New Missouri HQ
Business Facilities
JULY 22, 2021
Deli Star selected St. Louis, MO for its new headquarters and manufacturing facility thanks in part to a highly-skilled and available talent pool, low business costs, and quality of life. - Read: Deli Star Establishing New Missouri HQ at BusinessFacilities.com.
NIST Tags Evidence Related to Champlain Towers South Failure
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2021
The National Institute of Standards and Technology team has collected more than 200 building elements while refining its procedures for evidence identification.
10 Best Cement | Top 10 Best Cement In India | Top 10 Cement Companies In India | Which Cement Is Best In India
Civiconcepts
JULY 22, 2021
What Is Cement? Cement is an extremely useful binding material in construction. The applications of cement over the different fields of construction have made it an extremely valuable civil engineering … 10 Best Cement | Top 10 Best Cement In India | Top 10 Cement Companies In India | Which Cement Is Best In India Read More ».
LA's Hyperion Treatment Plant Clog Will Take Months to Repair
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2021
Concern grows over "toxic air contaminants" released at city's mega wastewater plant, says the South Coast Air Quality Management District, after 17 million gal of untreated sewage was dumped into the Pacific when the system clogged.
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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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?
How Commute Times Affect Home Prices
Pro Builder
JULY 22, 2021
How Commute Times Affect Home Prices. cbroderick. Thu, 07/22/2021 - 10:26. Affordability remains the top concern for homebuyers, as illustrated by Zillow’s recent findings on the correlation between commute time and home sales. Short commutes were once a hot commodity in pre-pandemic times, but lifestyles have since shifted. The shifting priorities have spurred price increases in affordable areas with shorter commute times and price drops in expensive areas with short commute times.
LA's Hyperion Wastewater Treatment Plant Will Take Months to Repair
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2021
Largest plant in Los Angeles released 17 million gallons of untreated sewage into the Pacific Ocean when system clogged, with lingering odors causing health concerns.
States Where Wealthy Gen Xers Move To
Pro Builder
JULY 22, 2021
States Where Wealthy Gen Xers Move To. cbroderick. Thu, 07/22/2021 - 10:31. Gen Xers, those born between 1965 and 1980, made up the highest share of homebuyers in 2020—they also earn the most out of other homebuying generations. With a median income of $113,300 in 2019, Gen Xers have the funds to invest more in their homes, so what housing markets are most attractive to this generation?
Do Truck Drivers Have to Wear Steel-toed Boots?
Work Gearz
JULY 22, 2021
Truck drivers need to maintain safety at all times. That includes keeping everyone safe around them as they are driving their trucks as well as themselves. Having proper footwear is one of the biggest safety measures for truck drivers. Steel-toed boots are NOT a requirement for truck drivers. However, depending on the type of truck driver that you are it may be a smart idea to invest in them.
Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business
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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.
Commentary: Why BIM Needs Fewer, Not More, Dimensions
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2021
Four experts on their concerns for the future of Building Information Modeling.
How to Pad Heels of Steel Toe Boots?
Work Gearz
JULY 22, 2021
Steel toe work boots are heavy duty work boots that are meant to provide utmost protection to your toe areas. But the steel toe caps make the front of the boots quite heavy and to balance that, most of the steel toe boots have raised heels! Especially the problem of raised heels come with the logger boots , cowboy boots and also various other types of steel toe boots that are meant to be worn in the construction industry or while walking in the concrete.
First Energy Pays $230M Fine for Bribery in Ohio Nuclear, Coal Plant Bailout
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2021
Ohio utility FirstEnergy pleads guilty to bribery and fraud.
Starter Home Inventory at Five-Decade Low
Pro Builder
JULY 22, 2021
Starter Home Inventory at Five-Decade Low. cbroderick. Thu, 07/22/2021 - 10:15. There were 418,000 new starter homes constructed in the late 1970s, but there were just 65,000 starter homes completed in 2020. Freddie Mac defines entry-level housing as homes up to 1,400 square feet, and inventory for those homes is now at a five-decade low, reports Realtor.com.
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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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!
Material Thefts, Project Delays and The Need for Security
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2021
Material Thefts On The Rise. Project Delays Ensue. The ripple down effect on project schedules, costs and labor have been spiraling out of control and we can feel your pain. While we can't stop criminals from accessing your site, we can deter, alert, and help in recovery.
Five Minutes With Rhode Island Secretary of Commerce Stefan Pryor
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2021
Stefan Pryor was appointed Rhode Island’s first Secretary of Commerce by Gov. Gina M. Raimondo (D) and confirmed unanimously by the state Senate in 2015.
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