Pro Builder

MARCH 16, 2023

How the Silicon Valley Bank Failure Could Affect the Housing Market ldeakins Thu, 03/16/2023 - 11:02 The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank last Friday led to two other bank closings that rattled the tech industry and the cryptocurrency market. Could panic in the financial markets affect the real estate sector? The shutdown of the Silicon Valley Bank last Friday became the second largest bank failure in U.S. history and the largest since the 2008 financial crisis.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 16, 2023

Join this free user event for Trimble Viewpoint users of the Spectrum or Viewpoint ERP! Network, ask the product experts, and earn up to 7 free CPEs.

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The Constructor

MARCH 16, 2023

As the environment continues to suffer due to the excessive accumulation of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, there is an urgent need for sustainable building practices that will help reduce carbon dioxide levels. Green building practices are one of the most effective ways to do this, offering a range of benefits, from reducing energy consumption […] The post How Green Building Practices Lead to Lower Carbon Dioxide Levels appeared first on The Constructor.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 16, 2023

The collapses of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank could weaken this year’s outlook for commercial real estate and construction, an economist said.

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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

MARCH 16, 2023

A Call to Action: New Professional Titles Emerge to Reduce Housing’s Carbon Footprint ldeakins Thu, 03/16/2023 - 10:55 Industry leaders are employing the help of climate experts to discover and implement more climate-conscious building practices With the climate crisis worsening, real estate designers, developers, and contractors are being forced to find more environmentally friendly approaches to residential construction.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 16, 2023

In the second half of our two-part episode with Autodesk colleagues Lisa Chen, Technical Sales Executive, and Ross Wagner, Manager of Technical Sales, we continue talking about the obstacles preventing the industry from digitization and why legacy non-purpose-built tools are holding companies back. If you haven’t yet, catch the first half of our conversation with Lisa and Ross in Episode 41!

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Pro Builder

MARCH 16, 2023

Simple Landscaping Improvements to Boost a Home’s Sale Price ldeakins Thu, 03/16/2023 - 11:20 A little extra effort improving a home's landscaping can amount to a greater profit when selling. Here are a few budget-friendly landscaping tips for spring sellers With warmer weather and a faster-paced homebuying season just around the corner, sellers could see major financial benefits simply by showing their lawns a little TLC.

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BD+C

MARCH 16, 2023

Three interconnected solutions for 'saving' urban centers 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/16/2023 - 10:33 Urban Planning Gensler Co-CEO Andy Cohen explores how the global pandemic affected city life, and gives three solutions for revitalizing these urban centers. Andy Cohen, FAIA, IIDA Multifamily Housing Office Buildings Transit Facilities Coronavirus Urban Planning Many believe that cities are in trouble.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 16, 2023

The plan would increase the agency’s number of full-time positions, but it still has a hard time filling jobs.

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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 16, 2023

Second Avenue expansion in Manhattan would go out to bid for first two construction contracts this year, said MTA.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 16, 2023

At the same time, about half of workers said being in the office is beneficial for career advancement, signaling a potential disconnect in priorities.

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ENR Construction

MARCH 16, 2023

As someone who has never had much interest in education in the traditional sense —I lasted about five weeks before dropping out of college—most of my valued knowledge and experience has come from working with and around people.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 16, 2023

The agreement applies to solely jobs built by the county that cost $5 million or more.

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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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Construction Specifier

MARCH 16, 2023

Photo courtesy Ceilume and Little Jumbo. By Ben Carr; Michael Chusid, RA, FCSI, CDT; and Steven H. Miller, CDT Restaurants, cafeterias, banquet halls, commissaries, and other food-service venues typically have at least two different types of ceilings. In the front of house, which includes public-facing areas such as the dining room, bar, and reception area, visual aesthetics are of primary importance, including the ceiling.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 16, 2023

Rent Control Policies Gain Traction—Economists Say They’re a Bad Idea ldeakins Thu, 03/16/2023 - 11:14 Support for rent control policies is building amid an ever-growing affordability crisis, but economists worry that if implemented, they could deter new housing development The share of rent-burdened tenants has been steadily rising over the last several years, boosting support for comprehensive and controversial rent control policies.

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Constructlaw

MARCH 16, 2023

Virginia has joined the ranks of states that ban “pay-if-paid” clauses. Contingent payment clauses, like “pay-if-paid” and “pay-when-paid” clauses, protect contractors: A contractor need not pay its subcontractors or suppliers until the owner pays the contractor. A “pay- if -paid” clause conditions a subcontractor’s right to payment on the owner paying the contractor.

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PC Construction

MARCH 16, 2023

One Spruce Peak-Stowe, VT South Burlington, VT – This week, PC Construction accepted a national Build America Award from the Associated General Contractors of America for One Spruce Peak , a residential mountain retreat at the base of Stowe Mountain Resort built in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The $46.5 million, six-story, 125,000-square-foot facility includes 27 ski-in/ski-out residences, townhomes, and penthouses.

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Contractor Magazine

MARCH 16, 2023

Largest event in the work truck industry returns to pre-pandemic levels with 14,885 attendees, sold out Green Truck Summit and exhibit hall.

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ENR Construction

MARCH 16, 2023

Gathered in a city populated by master musicians and chefs, ENR’s third-annual Top Young Professionals conference attendees absorbed another kind of expertise in New Orleans March 9-10.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 16, 2023

Home Builder Confidence Rose for the Third Consecutive Month in March ldeakins Thu, 03/16/2023 - 11:08 A lack of existing-home inventory is forcing buyers into the new-home market. That increased demand has home builders feeling optimistic at the start of the spring buying season Despite rising mortgage rates, slower buyer activity, and overall economic uncertainty, home builder sentiment is rising for the third straight month in March after a year of decreases, HousingWire reports.

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ENR Construction

MARCH 16, 2023

Recalling limited facetime with C-suite executives as a young engineer, the now CEO of the engineer's North America business told ENR conference attendees that he welcomed emerging professional feedback "as a key part of being a good leader.

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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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Pro Builder

MARCH 16, 2023

Top 25 Finalists for Ivory Innovations' Housing Affordability Prize esorum Thu, 03/16/2023 - 09:09 This year’s finalists in the Construction & Design category include solutions to the labor shortage as well as environmentally friendly building solutions focused on decreasing construction time. In the Finance category, finalists include organizations focused on construction financing, shared-equity models, and renter programs that support increased savings and equity.

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ENR Construction

MARCH 16, 2023

Ground Penetrating Radar Systems, based in Toledo, Ohio, provides services that include utility locating, 3D laser scanning, acoustic leak detection, video pipe inspection, underground storage tank locating, concrete scanning and drone imaging.

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ENR Construction

MARCH 16, 2023

The article “Walsh-Granite Lawsuit Against HDR Cited Standard of Care and Quantities” (ENR 2-6/13, p. 24-25) by Richard Korman contains false and misleading statements regarding me and my firm, O’Connell & Lawrence Inc.

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ENR Construction

MARCH 16, 2023

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.

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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

MARCH 16, 2023

Morgan State University is ENR MidAtlantic's Owner of the Year.

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MARCH 16, 2023

March 14 civil lawsuit alleges railroad violated hazardous waste and water quality laws and failed to take proper care to prevent toxic spill in East Palestine.

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