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6 Tips for Staffing Regardless of Market Conditions

Construction Business Owner

6 Tips for Staffing Regardless of Market Conditions. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 06/16/2020 - 14:01. Although many construction projects have been delayed due to COVID-19 restrictions, plenty of projects continue and their staffing needs remain crucial. Some ongoing construction projects—such as those funded by the government—come with built-in restrictions that make them even more challenging to fulfill.

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What is Job Safety Analysis (JSA) ? [PDF]

The Constructor

Job Safety Analysis (JSA) is a process that breaks down and identifies the dangers of a particular job operation or task by integrating health and.

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Business Continuity in the New Construction Normal

Viewpoint Construction Technology

How technology is helping contractors provide safer jobsites and more streamlined processes.

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New Helmets to Hardhats director on how to attract veterans to construction jobs

Construction Dive

David Porter spoke with Construction Dive about how good pay, retirement benefits and structure can help entice task-oriented former service members.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

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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Industry Leaders L3, Jabil, 3 Daughter’s Commit To St. Pete, Florida For The Long Haul

Business Facilities

Local economic development officials attribute St. Pete’s recent boom to a community-wide strategy called Grow Smarter, which identifies five target industry sectors primed for the most growth. - Read: Industry Leaders L3, Jabil, 3 Daughter’s Commit To St. Pete, Florida For The Long Haul at BusinessFacilities.com.

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New facility in California homes in on behavioral health

BD+C

During the early stages of the coronavirus pandemic, it became clear rather quickly that the healthcare system in the U.S. wasn’t flexible enough to handle the surge in patient capacity brought on by the spread of COVID-19. As hospitals and other medical facilities rethink their operations, future-ready patient services are likely to be more common.

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New Jersey To Develop First Purpose-Built Offshore Wind Port In U.S.

Business Facilities

The $300-400 million New Jersey Wind Port will be the biggest investment in Salem County in a generation and could create up to 1,500 jobs and $500 million in economic activity. - Read: New Jersey To Develop First Purpose-Built Offshore Wind Port In U.S. at BusinessFacilities.com.

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7 must reads for the AEC industry today: June 16, 2020

BD+C

1. Tottenham Hotspur Stadium has its own brewery, Europe’s longest bar (BD+C) . "The 62,303-seat Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, located in London, is the largest club stadium in London and the first in the world to be custom-built to stage soccer and NFL football games, thanks to its fully retractable pitch.".

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Chicago Building Designed for Post Covid-19

Construction Equipment

A newly-constructed building in Chicago, Fulton East, is among the first commercial buildings specifically designed for a post Covid-19 world. According to an article in Forbes the 12-story, 90,000-square-foot office and retail building was originally set to open late summer 2020.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

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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The Weekly

Pro Builder

The Weekly. acebulski. Tue, 06/16/2020 - 10:19. The first installment of The Weekly is now available! Join the editors of Pro Builder, Pro Remodeler, Custom Builder, and PRODUCTS as they talk with guests from around the industry about important topics of the day. . View here: [link]. Industry Data + Research.

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Able Equipment Expands in Philadelphia

Construction Equipment

Able Equipment Rental opened a new location in West Chester, Pennsylvania, combining its Norristown and Honey Brook facilities. The 40,000-square-foot facility is 35 miles outside of Philadelphia, on three acres.

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Pouring Concrete in Rain, Effect & Precautionary Measures

Civiconcepts

The post Pouring Concrete in Rain, Effect & Precautionary Measures appeared first on Civiconcepts.

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thyssenkrupp Elevator launches forward-looking technologies for a more comfortable and secure mobility experience

BD+C

As cities across the world ease Coronavirus lockdown restrictions, it is important to ensure that the elevators used by millions of people every day remain a comfortable, efficient and secure way of transportation. thyssenkrupp Elevator offers several options to create a clean and healthy car environment, aiming to reduce the risk of virus transmissions.

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

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.

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Takeuchi TL8R2 Compact Track Loader

Construction Equipment

The Takeuchi TL8R2 compact track loader has an operating weight of 9,182 pounds with a tipping load of 6,041 pounds. The radial-lift CTL has a 74.3-horsepower diesel engine with a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) and diesel particulate filter (DPF).

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Ross Stores Investing $68M In South Carolina

Business Facilities

The apparel and home fashion company will expand its distribution operations in York County, SC, creating 700 new jobs. - Read: Ross Stores Investing $68M In South Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com.

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World Economic Forum Names Construction Tech Firm Versatile as a 2020 Technology Pioneer

ENR Construction

The World Economic Forum has named crane-sensor maker Versatile as one of its 2020 Technology Pioneers, an annual selection of technology start-ups and emerging companies that it thinks show promise.

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Interest in Single-Family Homes Hits 4 Year High, Demand for Condos Drops

Pro Builder

Interest in Single-Family Homes Hits 4 Year High, Demand for Condos Drops. acebulski. Tue, 06/16/2020 - 10:01. Home may be where the heart is, but after a few cramped months in an apartment or condo, some homebuyers are looking for something a bit roomier than their old abode. Online searches for single-family homes in May rose to the highest level in four years as buyers look for more space further away from urban areas, according to Redfin.

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

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!

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Tiny House Hotel Near Zion National Park

Natural Building

Sam and Lily built a Tiny House and put it on some property outside of Zion National Park, but then after seeing so much interest, they decided to start a unique Tiny House hotel called Zions Tiny Oasis. Now they have three Tiny Houses on the property for rent with more on the way. You can watch the video about all of this at www.youtube.com. The post Tiny House Hotel Near Zion National Park appeared first on Natural Building Blog.

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5 Charts That Track Economic Recovery in the U.S. 

Pro Builder

5 Charts That Track Economic Recovery in the U.S. . acebulski. Tue, 06/16/2020 - 10:12. After the whiplash of the early days of the pandemic, the dust is settling as the country moves toward recovery. CNBC gathered five charts that show where affected industries stand now as states begin to reopen, and the housing market is leading the way. Home purchases are up from last year, people are driving more, and reservations at hotels and restaurants are increasing as well.

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Milestones Achieved at Atlanta Water Supply Program Project

PC Construction

The Atlanta Water Supply Program project is full steam ahead as we near substantial completion in the fall of 2020. Nearly four years ago, the PC Construction / H. J. Russell joint venture started major.

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How to Use a Homebuyers’ Imagination to Sell a Home

Pro Builder

How to Use a Homebuyers’ Imagination to Sell a Home. acebulski. Tue, 06/16/2020 - 10:15. High-end appliances and a trendy curbless shower may get a buyer excited, but what will really seal the deal on a home is when they start imagining what their lives would be like within its walls. Housing Design Matters says that a good designer can help a buyer visualize the future of an empty room--messy kitchens for their juicers, a bathroom dedicated to their dog, or a home office perfect for working fro

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

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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5 Ways to Get Creases Out of Leather Boots (Step By Step)

Work Gearz

Leather boots enhance your entire look and add that sophisticated touch to your personality, but not with the creases obviously! Creases tend to develop on the leather over time and which might not be totally visible in the early days but take gradually tend to take away the look of the boots in the long run. Creases start to develop very early on the leather which we don’t pay attention to.

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The Lien Zone Podcast Provides Impactful, Easy to Digest Construction Legal Advice

Construction Junkie

Construction Junkie’s annual Best Construction Podcast of 2020 Competition is underway and the voting booth is officially open. As part of the competition, I will be individually highlighting each of the 12 nominees throughout until the booth closes on July 1. Next up is The Lien Zone Podcast. Hosted by seasoned construction lawyer Alex Barthet, who is based in Florida, The Lien Zone Podcast is another one of our longest tenured shows to join our yearly competition.

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10 Best College Majors for a Lucrative Career

CivilJungle

Eat right. The bottom line is, we eat too much. Cut back on portions and aim for four to six small meals a day that all include a source of protein such as lean meat, fish or nuts to help normalize your blood sugar and keep you full. Also make sure to eat a variety of foods from each food group. Include five to seven daily servings of vegetables (including one serving of cruciferous veggies such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts or cabbage) and two to three servings of fruit.

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Kaufman Lynn Construction Makes All the Right Moves

ENR Construction

ENR Southeast’s Contractor of the Year tracks the big picture as well as the smallest details.

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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5 Essential Rules of Good Health

CivilJungle

Eat right. The bottom line is, we eat too much. Cut back on portions and aim for four to six small meals a day that all include a source of protein such as lean meat, fish or nuts to help normalize your blood sugar and keep you full. Also make sure to eat a variety of foods from each food group. Include five to seven daily servings of vegetables (including one serving of cruciferous veggies such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts or cabbage) and two to three servings of fruit.

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Viewpoint: Why Working From Home Is No Longer Just a Benefit

ENR Construction

Recruiting specialist argues that companies now have little choice but to offer working from home options as a standard employee option.

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10 Ways to Stay Healthy This Winter

CivilJungle

Eat right. The bottom line is, we eat too much. Cut back on portions and aim for four to six small meals a day that all include a source of protein such as lean meat, fish or nuts to help normalize your blood sugar and keep you full. Also make sure to eat a variety of foods from each food group. Include five to seven daily servings of vegetables (including one serving of cruciferous veggies such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts or cabbage) and two to three servings of fruit.

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