The Constructor

MARCH 24, 2023

The devastating effects of flooding are all too familiar for many property owners. Just a few inches of water can cause tens of thousands of dollars in damage, leaving countless homes and businesses in disrepair. But taking measures to prevent flood damage can help protect your construction project from costly repairs and provide peace of […] The post Avoiding Costly Flood Damage in Your New Construction Project appeared first on The Constructor.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 24, 2023

What is Sustainable Job Order Contracting? Simple. A compliant, low cost, solution to consistently deliver quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build requirements on time and on budget with full financial transparency. The ability to deploy sustainable JOC Programs requires appropriate and ongoing consideration of the following elements.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 24, 2023

Adolfson & Peterson’s new central Texas director of preconstruction also discussed how the industry has changed over the past three decades and how the role of tech is evolving.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MARCH 24, 2023

Most business owners receive plenty of well-intentioned advice and 'helpful opinion' from family and friends. However, good business advice spoken from commercial experience is another matter entirely. That's not to say it's hard to find, but finding a reputable source in the Internet age is sometimes less than straightforward – especially if you have a specific problem to solve and limited time.

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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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Construction Dive

MARCH 24, 2023

The location will bring the company closer to its customers as the supply chain is built out in North America, said CEO Kent Masters.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 24, 2023

Photo courtesy Tom Holdsworthy. By Larry Peters When officials in Arlington, Virginia, initiated a project to revitalize Lubber Run Park—the county’s first, established in 1942—their first instinct was to maintain its green space. To achieve this, they wanted to place a new community center at the periphery of the site, separating the structure from natural areas.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 24, 2023

Report Finds Existing US Housing Stock Still Needs More Investment ibush Fri, 03/24/2023 - 07:50 Despite the pandemic boom in remodeling, a new report from Harvard's Joint Center for Housing Studies finds many U.S. homes still require critical replacements and repairs The COVID-19 pandemic focused Americans' attention on their homes to an unprecedented degree and spurred growth in the U.S. remodeling market to the tune of $567 billion in 2022.

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BD+C

MARCH 24, 2023

School Safety is In the Making 1 kcichowicz Fri, 03/24/2023 - 10:24 Designing safer schools may involve providing protection where multiple life-safety threats overlap. Multifunctional fire-rated glazing can solve common issues. Devin Bowman, Technical Glass Products Children and young adults spend the vast majority of their waking hours in or around their schools.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 24, 2023

Colorado HBA Receives Land Donation to Expand Workforce Development Programs ldeakins Fri, 03/24/2023 - 10:20 Careers in Construction Colorado recently received a land donation from the Case family valued at $2.8 million, which the nonprofit will use to expand its workforce development initiatives Careers in Construction Colorado (CICC) received a generous land donation valued at $2.8 million from the Case family this month with the goal of expanding to 65 schools statewide to provide vocational

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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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ENR Construction

MARCH 24, 2023

Former Barletta employee suspended from working on federal projects.

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MARCH 24, 2023

Billionaire MacKenzie Scott Is Donating Two of Her Homes to Fund Affordable Housing Initiatives ldeakins Fri, 03/24/2023 - 10:40 MacKenzie Scott is donating two mansions worth a combined $55 million to fund affordable housing initiatives in LA MacKenzie Scott, formerly married to Jeff Bezos, recently donated two of her Beverly Hills homes to the California Community Foundation (CCF), which provides grants to mission-based nonprofits in Los Angeles.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 24, 2023

What Concrete Mix To Use For Shower Pans? A shower pan is a rigid, single-piece slide located on the shower floor with spun glass. It is present as the floor of the shower. It clears the water properly. Shower pans have a drain hole and sloped floor to clear the water properly. Installation of the shower pan is easy. It properly prevents water leaks.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 24, 2023

Delaware Builder Is First Woman to Receive NAHB’s Custom Builder of the Year Award ldeakins Fri, 03/24/2023 - 11:29 Delaware-based Marnie Oursler, president of Marnie Custom Homes, was awarded Custom Builder of the Year for her achievements in housing innovation in the custom home market Marnie Oursler, president of Marnie Custom Homes, became the first female to receive the National Association of Home Builders' Custom Builder of the Year Award at the 2023 International Builders' Show.

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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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Lets Build

MARCH 24, 2023

Digital construction software is changing how companies operate and improving their productivity in the field and in the office. The construction industry is notorious for being slow to adopt new technologies, but failure to digitise your processes in today’s landscape isn’t an option. Companies that wait too long to implement construction management software risk falling behind, which isn’t surprising when you think about all of the benefits it brings to you and your team.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 24, 2023

How One Colorado City Paved the Way for In-Demand Affordable Senior Housing ldeakins Fri, 03/24/2023 - 11:46 The city of Durango, CO donated 1.5 acres of land for affordable senior housing Durango, CO has experienced a rising demand for housing over the last several years, and an influx of out-of-state buyers has threatened housing affordability for seniors, who represent the fastest-growing age group in La Plata County.

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Constructlaw

MARCH 24, 2023

On February 28, the New York Senate passed Bill S8430A to amend New York’s Real Property Actions and Proceedings Law Section 881. The current version of Section 881, enacted in 1968, offers a developer judicial recourse when an owner or lessee of a neighboring building refuses access that a developer needs to improve or repair its own building. This judicial recourse comes in the form of a temporary license for access.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 24, 2023

Habitat for Humanity Builds Affordable Housing for Orange County Families ldeakins Fri, 03/24/2023 - 11:56 Volunteers with Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando and Osceola County are building 19 homes for local families Five lots were donated to Habitat for Humanity by Orange County one year ago as part of its program to turn surplus property into affordable housing, and with the help of local volunteers, construction work is now underway.

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