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How to File a Lawsuit After an Injury At a Construction Site?

Construction Marketing

Unfortunately, injuries at construction sites are highly likely. You may wonder if you have legal recourse if you have been injured while working at a construction site. The answer to that question depends on several factors, which we will outline below. But first, it is important to understand that every case is unique, and you should always consult with a qualified construction accident injury attorney to get specific advice about your situation.

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Top 5 Most Impressive Buildings

The Constructor

Have you ever seen a building that made you stop and stare in awe? From modern marvels of engineering to ancient masterpieces of art, the world is full of impressive buildings. This article will take a closer look at the top 5 most impressive buildings worldwide. From 111 West 57th in New York to the […] The post Top 5 Most Impressive Buildings appeared first on The Constructor.

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Property Developers Guide to Water Heating

Construction Marketing

With energy efficiency being a high priority for everyone right now in the UK energy crisis, property developers have set out a guide to help people use heating systems that can be used to curb energy usage and save on both water and the price of energy. Water heating can be expensive especially if you are dealing with old pipes and boiler systems.

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Top Tips for Tackling Design Build Projects More Effectively

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Success in design-build construction projects requires full oversight of the project. We discuss some tips for construction project efficiency.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

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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Manufacturing sector props up construction spending

Construction Dive

Nonresidential construction spending moved higher in January largely due to massive manufacturing-related projects.

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OSHA rule change expands use of instance-by-instance citations

Construction Dive

Legal experts said the shift does pose a risk for lax employers, but will likely be used sparingly for extreme cases.

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Arizona Space Research Building Counts Down to Completion

ENR Construction

The University of Arizona's Applied Research Building is designed to house every aspect of satellite fabrication and testing under one roof.

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Turner-Yates JV wins $4B Panasonic EV battery plant build

Construction Dive

It’s part of a wave of recent factory projects as the U.S. continues its push to onshore manufacturing to better compete in the global economy.

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Watch: Findings from Gensler's latest workplace survey of 2,000 office workers

BD+C

Watch: Findings from Gensler's latest workplace survey of 2,000 office workers 0 dbarista Thu, 03/02/2023 - 12:39 Gensler's Janet Pogue McLaurin discusses the findings in the firm's 2022 Workplace Survey, based on responses from more than 2,000 workers in 10 industry sectors. Government Buildings Office Buildings Headquarters Building Team Contractors Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Engineers Facility Managers Architects Building Owners Industry Research Janet Pogue McLa

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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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Here Are the Winners of the 2023 NAHB Student Competition

Pro Builder

Here Are the Winners of the 2023 NAHB Student Competition ldeakins Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:29 The National Association of Home Builders' annual Student Competition showcased young talent from across the country at the 2023 International Builders' Show For all three days of the 2023 International Builders' Show during the 10th annual Design & Construction Week, 63 student groups from around the country participated in the annual NAHB Student Competition.

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The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future

BD+C

The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:03 Sustainability For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion. K-12 Schools Healthcare Facilities Office Buildings Public Health Labs Regulations Energy-Efficient Design Green Specifications Insulation Energy Efficient Roofing Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction For building owners and developers, the push to n

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Habitat For Humanity and LGI Homes to Build Four Homes in One Week

Pro Builder

Habitat For Humanity and LGI Homes to Build Four Homes in One Week ldeakins Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:56 The unprecedented event will follow a 24-hour-a-day schedule to build four new homes for four deserving families in Montgomery, TX LGI Homes, in collaboration with Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, Texas, recently announced its participation in the construction of four homes for four deserving families in Conroe, Texas.

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Advanced Procurement Agency at heart of call for reform

Construction Law

Science, technology and innovation are at the heart of the UK’s future and procurement and infrastructure policies have key roles to play in producing the necessary conditions for fostering them, say former Prime Minister Tony Blair and former Conservative Party leader William Hague in a joint report. In A New National Purpose: Innovation Can Power the Future of Britain they jointly push for procurement reform, part of their broader demand for improving innovation in the UK public services.

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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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How One Former Model Aims to Empower Women in Construction

Pro Builder

How One Former Model Aims to Empower Women in Construction ldeakins Thu, 03/02/2023 - 14:05 Monica Miraglilo is working to provide support for women in construction with her new online educational platform, GirlBuild Lab Philadelphia resident Monica Miraglilo is a longtime fashion model, but her recent business venture GirlBuild Lab, is also making her a game changer in the construction industry.

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Longwood Gardens' Glasshouse Takes Shape

ENR Construction

Longwood Gardens Reimagined is the most ambitious development of the landmark garden's 40-year grand plan.

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Ivory Innovations Announces 25 Finalists for 2023 Ivory Prize

Pro Builder

Ivory Innovations Announces 25 Finalists for 2023 Ivory Prize ldeakins Thu, 03/02/2023 - 14:25 Ivory Innovations recently revealed its 25 finalists for the 2023 Ivory Prize. This year's finalists demonstrated ambitious solutions to the housing affordability crisis and were selected from 203 nominees Ivory Innovations recently announced the Top 25 Finalists for the 2023 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability.

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Texas Instruments to Invest $11B in New Utah Fabrication Facility

ENR Construction

Passage of CHIPs act paves the way for expansion of semiconductor production facility in Lehi, Utah.

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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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Here Are the U.S. Metros Where Home Price Growth Is Slowing the Fastest

Pro Builder

Here Are the U.S. Metros Where Home Price Growth Is Slowing the Fastest ldeakins Thu, 03/02/2023 - 11:27 Home price growth slowed further in December as rate hikes from the Federal Reserve propelled a post-pandemic housing correction. These are the cities that saw the biggest changes. Despite a 4.6% gain in year-over-year appreciation, the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller 20-city house price index dropped 0.5% in December, its sixth consecutive monthly decline, Realtor.com reports.

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House Reintroduces the PRO Act

Contractor Magazine

The sweeping package of labor reforms is met with both praise and condemnation from different ends of the labor relations spectrum.

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Utah’s Housing Recovery Hinges on Federal Permitting Reform

Pro Builder

Utah’s Housing Recovery Hinges on Federal Permitting Reform ldeakins Thu, 03/02/2023 - 11:46 Despite a fast pace of new-construction projects statewide, demand for housing in Utah continues to outpace supply. Local builders say reforming an outdated federal permitting process could help Utah is building the most new housing per capita in the country, but housing experts in the Salt Lake State say an outdated federal permitting process still creates delays that hinder new construction and lead to

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US Home Prices Could Fall 20% in a 2023 Correction, Experts Say

Pro Builder

US Home Prices Could Fall 20% in a 2023 Correction, Experts Say ldeakins Thu, 03/02/2023 - 11:57 Home prices are falling, even in the nation's most popular metros, as elevated borrowing costs lead to a housing recession, and experts warn more rate hikes from the Fed could cause an even more significant slowdown in the year ahead The U.S. housing market is correcting at a lightning pace after years of steady growth throughout the pandemic, and housing experts worry that more rate hikes from the c

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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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In Today’s Market, Who Has More Incentive to Move: Renters or Buyers?

Pro Builder

In Today’s Market, Who Has More Incentive to Move: Renters or Buyers? ldeakins Thu, 03/02/2023 - 12:04 A growing number of renters and homebuyers are relocating for affordability, but not all of them are finding it after making their move In 2021, 27.1% of all relocating renters and homebuyers migrated out of the metro they were living in during a period of ultra-low mortgage rates, but in 2022, interest rates more than doubled.

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