HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

I wouldn’t go so far as to call myself a control freak, but as a national general contractor, it’s part of the job description to be the one calling the shots and telling everyone what to do on a complex commercial construction project. However, from time to time, we have to manage things that are out of our direct control – particularly when a project specifies owner furnished items (OFIs) or an owner vendor.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

“Thank you for waiting; your call is important to us, and we will attempt to answer it as soon as possible.” That message is a common one, and waiting on hold often represents a source of irritation for consumers around the world. This is especially true if they are left in a call queue with nothing but monotonous beeps or poor music for company. In order to avoid the pitfalls associated with such practices, construction companies must take an alternative approach.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Green buildings yield significant operational cost savings compared with traditional buildings and produce higher asset values, according to the World Green Building Trends 2016 Smart Market Report, by Dodge Data & Analytics and United Technologies Corporation.

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Construction Equipment

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

FedBizOpps.gov, a website for federal contractors. posted the following notice regarding the design and build of several prototype wall structures in the vicinity of the United States border with Mexico.

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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.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

One Bayfront Plaza, a mixed-use development overlooking Biscayne Bay and comprising over 3 million sf, has been given the tentative date of January 2019 for construction to begin.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

American Airlines Arena, home to the Miami Heat basketball franchise, officially got into the restaurant and event business on Jan. 25, when it held a private party to debut 601, an 11,500-sf multipurpose space that offers fans and patrons a la carte dining, tapas, specialty drinks, and a variety of craft beers. 601 (the number of the arena’s address, 601 Biscayne Boulevard) fills a space that had been vacant since June 2014, when Gloria and Emilio Estaban closed Bongos Cuban Café.

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Construction Equipment

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

The American Rental Association's (ARA) five-year forecast for equipment rental industry revenues was released in January 2017 and projects U.S. equipment rental revenue will reach $48.9 billion in 2017, then grow at an average annual rate of 4.3 percent over the forecast to top $56 billion in 2020.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Metal roofs have become extremely popular in recent years, due to their durability, energy efficiency, and environmental performance. These roofs can last for 40 to 70 years, can lower energy bills, and are recyclable at the end of their useful life. Now, metal roofs are available in more designs than ever before.

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Construction Equipment

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

JLG Industries, Inc., a leading global manufacturer of aerial work platforms and telehandlers, has introduced AccessReady , the newest addition to its expanding portfolio of operator training programs. AccessReady is a program designed to train operators to use JLG and competitive model aerial work platforms (AWPs) and telehandlers safely and efficiently.

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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.

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Contractor Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Contractors are given access to industry leaders and their roadmaps to success as EGIA officially launches Contractor University Conference Tour and in-person educational workshops. read more.

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Business Facilities

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

With three top universities in the area and connectivity via major interstates, Topeka, Kansas is rich with opportunity. Visit the GO Topeka Economic Partnership to learn more. Read Topeka, Kansas: Location Spotlight Of The Week on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

WASHINGTON, D.C. –The Architecture Billings Index dipped slightly into negative territory in January*, after a very strong showing in December. As a leading economic indicator of construction activity, the ABI reflects the approximate 9-12-month lead time between architecture billings and construction spending. The American Institute of Architects reported the January ABI score was 49.5, down from a score of 55.6 in the previous month.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) have selected four Associate AIA members to receive the 2017 Associates Award. The AIA Associates Award is given to individual Associate AIA members to recognize outstanding leaders and creative thinkers for significant contributions to their communities and the architecture profession. The recipients will be honored at the 2017 AIA Conference on Architecture in Orlando. .

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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?

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

In an industrial space in northwest Phoenix, Skanska and owner Aligned Energy are constructing a facility that will use less energy and water

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Green Industry Professionals

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Parts supplier hires new territory managers along with industry veteran to head dealer development.

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Management Industrial 40

ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Thoughts prompted by the evacuation ordered during the spillway problems at the big California dam.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

In the upcoming April 10 print edition, ENR Texas & Louisiana will feature a list of the top 25 largest project starts in 2016 by total value from across the region.

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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.

Contractors

ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

A look at what happened just after the old Hell Canyon bridge was brought down by congtrolled demolition.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Arizona’s largest employer has had a hand in several high-profile projects, including two currently underway in Phoenix and Tucson.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

The total value of the largest jobs to break ground in 2016 is down vs. 2015, but experts say the market is ready to expand.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

In early February, Monsanto broke ground on a $975 million expansion at its Luling, La., operation.

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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!

Contractors

ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Two executives of contracting firm and a former union official sentenced.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Total Construction Spending Expected to Grow by Less Than 2% This Year.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Job movements and special recognition among construction professionals in the Southwest

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Information from Dodge on a handful of Northwest projects.

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Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

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