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STAKEHOLDER CONTINUOUS PARTICIPATION AND INVOLVEMENT – A Prerequisite for Efficient Facilities Management

Job Order Contracting

Facilities management activities such as quality, on time and on budget repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction require STAKEHOLDER CONTINUOUS PARTICIPATION AND INVOLVEMENT. Who are the stakeholders? Owners, design-builders, building users… Learn more? The post STAKEHOLDER CONTINUOUS PARTICIPATION AND INVOLVEMENT – A Prerequisite for Efficient Facilities Management appeared first on 4BT.

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U.S. Home Prices Are Falling for the First Time Since 2012

Pro Builder

U.S. Home Prices Are Falling for the First Time Since 2012 ldeakins Thu, 12/29/2022 - 10:43 As home prices begin to fall from peak highs nationwide, housing experts are bracing for a major market correction in the years ahead For 124 consecutive months, from February 2012 to June 2022, the seasonally adjusted Case-Shiller National Home Price Index posted positive home price growth, but for the last four months, U.S. home prices have fallen.

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Overcoming Challenges, Step by Step, to Build Banff Footbridge

ENR Construction

Completion of slender 260-ft clear span Nancy Pauw Bridge in Banff National Park fulfills a 108-year vision for the Town of Banff, Alberta.

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Here Are the Most Affordable Destinations for Migrating Homebuyers

Pro Builder

Here Are the Most Affordable Destinations for Migrating Homebuyers ldeakins Thu, 12/29/2022 - 10:36 As housing costs reach new highs, Americans are relocating to these in-demand markets for greater affordability Throughout the pandemic, soaring house prices and the increasing prevalence of remote work motivated an elevated share of homebuyers to relocate for affordability.

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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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Addressing Safety And the Skilled Labor Shortage Through Virtual Reality

ENR Construction

If you're interested in using VR to train employees, there a few things you should know about this time-saving technology.

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NYC Orders Halt of Crane Use at Building Site After Diesel Fuel Leak

ENR Construction

Diesel fuel fell about 300 ft from a tower crane, according to the New York City Dept. of Buildings.

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Luxury Home Sales Posted Biggest Decline on Record in November

Pro Builder

Luxury Home Sales Posted Biggest Decline on Record in November ldeakins Thu, 12/29/2022 - 11:02 Affluent buyers are feeling the effects of rising mortgage rates and inflation, and as a result, many are backing out of high-end home purchases in these costly markets Following a year of fast-rising inflation, high interest rates, and growing recession fears, sales of luxury U.S. homes dropped 38.1% year-over-year during the three months ending Nov. 30, 2022, the biggest decline on record, according

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NYC Halts Use of Crane After Diesel Fuel Leak

ENR Construction

Diesel fuel fell about 300 ft from a tower crane, according to the New York City Dept. of Buildings.

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CONTRACTOR’s AHR Expo 2023 Preview

Contractor Magazine

Make the most of your time at the big show in Atlanta.

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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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Project Delays, Escalating Costs Meant 2022 Was No Return to Normal

ENR Construction

Shreveport's Jimmie Davis bridge project needed two tries to attract enough design-build competitors.

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As For-Sale Prices Reach New Highs, Demand for Build-To-Rent Communities Is on the Rise

Pro Builder

As For-Sale Prices Reach New Highs, Demand for Build-To-Rent Communities Is on the Rise ldeakins Thu, 12/29/2022 - 10:49 Build-to-rent (BTR) communities offer renters the luxury of single-family residency without the added costs of homeownership, making them a desirable alternative for priced-out buyers Would-be buyers looking for single-family homes without the coinciding for-sale price tags are increasingly turning to build-to-rent communities for a mortgage-free taste of homeownership.

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Larsen & Toubro Set for $670M Project Award as India Boosts Gas Output

ENR Construction

Contractor emerges as low bidder for long delayed western coast Daman offshore natural gas platform expansion as country seeks to reduce its energy imports.

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#120:  Addressing the Shortage of Construction Workers

NH Construction Law

Most contractor clients I speak with rank labor shortages as their chief concern, above supply chain issues and rising interest rates. With unemployment hovering around 2.5% at last look, New Hampshire’s work force has been unable to meet the demand for labor, resulting in a dearth of manpower for most industries – including construction.

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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?