Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Greater focus is required upon Construction Project Delivery Leadership in the public sector. Efficient management of the built environment is critical to the environment, economy, and our overall well being. Repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build activities however have been notoriously ill managed. Both formal and professional education have not prepared real property owners to address the basics of planning, procurement, and project delivery that enable the consistent delivery of qu

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are certificates that represent energy efficiency of buildings based on a rating from A (very efficient) to G (inefficient). The rating denotes the cost incurred for heating and lighting the property and the extent of carbon dioxide emissions. The need for EPCs is emphasized in the Energy Performance of Buildings (England […].

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The construction industry has historically been quite inefficient, but that’s no longer acceptable in today’s post-pandemic world. As construction companies struggle with shortages of everything from raw materials to skilled tradespeople, sticking to timelines has become increasingly challenging. Indeed, force majeure in construction has become commonplace, from delays caused by strikes in the supply chain to extreme weather conditions.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Traditionally, employers have relied on giving employees raises to retain their staff and reward them for being hard-working and loyal. Raises can get expensive, and there is often an upper limit for what you can offer regarding increasing salaries and wages. Keeping your employees happy makes business sense. You want to keep your good employees, and it costs money to find, hire and train new staff.

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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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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

This Texas Housing Development Is Home to the Largest-Ever Geothermal Grid. ldeakins. Fri, 09/02/2022 - 09:44. Once completed, the Whisper Valley community outside of Austin, Texas will use a geothermal grid to provide heating and cooling to 7,500 households. A master-planned community near Austin, Texas is home to the largest geothermal grid ever created for residential use, CNBC reports.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

County seeks proposals to redevelop MetroCenter in downtown Miami, estimating more than 23 million sq ft of new building in the next 12 to 15 years.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The construction industry added 16,000 jobs on net in August, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has risen by 311,000 jobs or 4.2%. Nonresidential construction employment rose by 4,300 positions on net, with positive growth in two of three subcategories.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Housing 90% of the world's population in timber buildings could cut additional carbon dioxide in the atmosphere by the equivalent. of roughly 20 times U.S. annual emissions from energy use, researchers project.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Can No Down Payment Mortgages Close the Homeownership Gap? ldeakins. Fri, 09/02/2022 - 09:54. Bank of America is offering zero down payment mortgages to first-time minority homebuyers in five U.S. cities, but in the event of a housing downturn, the program could burden more recipients than it benefits. This week, Bank of America announced that it will be offering zero down payment mortgages for first-time buyers in historically Black and Hispanic neighborhoods in five U.S. cities, Realtor.com re

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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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CivilJungle

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

All About of Concrete Batching. Generally, concrete is a multipurpose , eco-friendly construction material that is widely used in most construction all over the world. Concrete is also an inexpensive material. Now we need to prepare this type of material, but if you are going to prepare good quality, then you need to consider all the components with the required amount to get an accurate product; that process is called batching.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

As the Market Cools, the Average Home Is Selling Below Asking Price. ldeakins. Fri, 09/02/2022 - 10:02. The average sale-to-list ratio fell below 100% for the first time since March 2021 during the four-week period ending August 28. During the four-week period ending August 28, the average home sold for less than its list price for the first time in over 17 months, but the share of homes with a price drop is beginning to plateau after reaching a record high during the previous four-week period,

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Civiconcepts

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

One of life’s greatest pleasures might be relocating, but it could also be a period of uncertainty, particularly when it pertains to decorating. How can you design your area to … 6 Amazing Decor Pieces That Will Enhance Your Home’s Design Read More ».

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Register Now for the 2023 NAHB International Builders’ Show. ldeakins. Fri, 09/02/2022 - 10:07. Registrations are officially open for the 2023 NAHB International Builders' Show in Las Vegas. Don't miss out! The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has officially opened its online registration for the 2023 NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS), which will take place in person at the Las Vegas Convention Center from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2, NAHB reports.

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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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Contractor Magazine

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Franchising could pave the way for a seamless transition—with other helpful benefits—for a smoother business plan.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

How One Oregon Town Is Building Back Greener After a Devastating Wildfire. ldeakins. Fri, 09/02/2022 - 10:11. As it recovers from a destructive wildfire, the small town of Talent, Oregon is employing the help of the Energy Trust nonprofit to build resilient and energy efficient new homes. In September 2020, a devastating wildfire ripped through the small town of Talent, Oregon, destroying 700 buildings and forcing a third of its 6,300 residents to rebuild.

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Contractor Magazine

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $847.6 billion for the month.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Discover how construction and engineering companies can take advantage of the growing infrastructure market opportunity.

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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.

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Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Aspects of the Property Consider the topography of the land. Can the house be built to take advantage of natural features? How can it be constructed with minimal harm to the natural habitat? This includes designing the house for the best orientation to the sun, specifically for windows and solar panels, for maximum heat and light. Material Selection There are two facets to selecting green building materials.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

A curvy public installation installed on Sept. 2 is the culminating project for nonprofit Digital Ready’s apprentices.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

With the advent of so many new construction technologies, general contractors are currently sitting at a fork in the digital road. There are existing systems that have worked (or at least, have gotten the job done), and then there’s the next step in the evolution of these systems. The big push from most ConTech companies revolves around data, which makes sense.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The architect responsible for Vail’s iconic Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater died in Texas on August 26.

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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!

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Errors and omissions (E&O) insurance covers contractors against financial loss resulting from mistakes, errors, or claims of negligence. While general liability insurance covers against claims related to injury or property damage, errors and omissions insurance protects from lawsuits related to financial loss. For example, an electrical contractor who failed to properly wire a building may cause a costly repair for the general contractor.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

A Labor Day weekend look at what two top infrastructure company chiefs earn and why.

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Infrastructure 74

ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Residential segments continue to show gains despite higher interest rates.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

A curvy public installation installed on Sept. 2 is the culminating project for nonprofit Digital Ready’s apprentices.

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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

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

A curvy public installation installed on Sept. 2 is the culminating project for nonprofit Digital Ready’s apprentices.

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