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Data Analytics Create a Safer Jobsite

Construction Business Owner

Data Analytics Create a Safer Jobsite. Alex Headley. Fri, 04/09/2021 - 07:30. Of the 5,333 workplace fatalities that occurred in 2019, nearly 20% of victims were in the construction industry. Serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs) in the construction industry have remained consistently high in recent years, and safety continues to be a top priority for employers in 2021.

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Solving Facilities Repair, Reno, New Build Knowledge Problems, Process Problems, Data Problems, and Management Problems

Job Order Contracting

We are solving facilities repair, reno, new build Knowledge Problems, Process Problems, Data Problems, and Management Problems. People, Process, and Information Solve Problems. What You Can Do. People, Process, and Information Solve Problems, not technology. Building competent internal and external teams and having them working toward common, mutually beneficial goals, via an established robust process is the ONLY pathway to consistent BEST VALUE outcomes.

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Data Analytics Create a Safer Jobsite

Construction Business Owner

Data Analytics Create a Safer Jobsite. Alex Headley. Fri, 04/09/2021 - 07:30. Of the 5,333 workplace fatalities that occurred in 2019, nearly 20% of victims were in the construction industry. Serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs) in the construction industry have remained consistently high in recent years, and safety continues to be a top priority for employers in 2021.

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Residential projects: 5 mistakes project managers don’t know they are making

Lets Build

Many project managers in repetitive residential projects tell us that they have to spend up to 50% of their time each week on planning. Their programme is stuck on MS Project and to update it they have to go through countless WhatsApp notifications, emails, or phone calls. It doesn’t take much before they get buried under a mountain of admin work. Free ebook: Why WhatsApp and Excel aren’t enough for running complex construction projects.

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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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Utah: Good To Great

Business Facilities

Box Elder County, Utah is consistently learning and growing, with more and more to offer the business community. - Read: Utah: Good To Great at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Construction bidding activity ticks up in February

BD+C

The Blue Book Network Velocity Index ticked up 0.5% to 100.9 in February from a revised 100.5 in January (December 2018 = 100). This the most stable the Index has been since before the pandemic began. . The Blue Book Network Velocity Index is a measure of month-to-month changes in bidding activity in The Blue Book Network, accounting for seasonality, providing a leading indicator of construction spending to inform critical decision making. . .

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4 Tips for Impactful Community Design

Pro Builder

4 Tips for Impactful Community Design. cbroderick. Fri, 04/09/2021 - 09:44. Homebuyers are increasingly interested in housing that meets several of their ever-changing needs, from flex spaces to indoor-outdoor connections. Here are four ways the National Association of Home Builders suggests builders and developers address these demands in their communities.

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BD+C exclusive research: What building owners want from AEC firms

BD+C

A familiar, if time-worn, cliché depicts owner-developers as cost obsessed and hostile to regulations, genuflecting at the altar of value engineering and choosing architects, engineers, and contractors on their track records for delivering projects within budgets so tight they squeak.

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Bentley's OpenTower iQ Automates the Creation of Digital Twins for Telecom Tower Design

ENR Construction

The pandemic has forced many asset owners to demand better models and maintenance of their infrastructure assets, giving engineering firms an opportunity to be data curators and analysts for everything from water systems to energy grids, according to CEO Greg Bentley.

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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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AdventHealth Training Center breaks ground in Orlando

BD+C

The AdventHealth Training Center, the new practice and training home of the Orlando Magic, has broken ground in downtown Orlando. The 130,000-sf, $70 million facility will be an innovative health and wellness model that brings whole-person medicine, science, and research together to optimize sports performance.

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Leading Contractors Successfully Through Major Organizational Change

Contractor Bookkeeping

We are all currently experiencing and adapting to present pandemic times. We've probably adjusted our business model to cater to our clients, new and existing. Construction business change is almost always a good thing, but often poor management means that the workforce becomes disengaged and the change process painful. In the worst cases, this results in irreparable damage being done.

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Making It Happen In Joplin, Missouri

Business Facilities

Entrepreneurs are flocking to the Joplin region, where they can leverage a low cost of living, world-class transportation infrastructure and a regional workforce. - Read: Making It Happen In Joplin, Missouri at BusinessFacilities.com.

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5 Best Lace Up Work Boots for Men

Work Gearz

Whether you are a skilled tradesman or someone who puts a lot of time and work into home improvement or hobby projects that require proper attire, you know the importance of having a good pair of work boots. While slip-on boots are an option and preferred by some, a good sturdy lace-up boot is statistically the most common and popular choice. Why choose a lace-up boot?

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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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BD+C exclusive research: What owners want from AEC firms

BD+C

A familiar, if time-worn, cliché depicts owner-developers as cost obsessed and hostile to regulations, genuflecting at the altar of value engineering and choosing architects, engineers, and contractors on their track records for delivering projects within budgets so tight they squeak.

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Do You Need to Use Brush on Work Boots?

Work Gearz

Cleaning your work boots is a must to increase their life. While you work rigorously, your boots pick up all the dirt, dust and oil and that’s why at some point their cleansing becomes essential. But what is the correct way to clean your boots ? Let me tell you one thing, cleaning boots inside and out takes some care so that they don’t get damaged. But, do you need to use a brush on work boots?

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Tyvek® DrainVent™ Rainscreen protects reclaimed barnwood from water intrusion

Pro Builder

Tyvek® DrainVent™ Rainscreen protects reclaimed barnwood from water intrusion. kcichowicz. Fri, 04/09/2021 - 11:13. DuPont ™ Tyvek ® DrainVent ™ Rainscreen is selected by Texas builder, Todd Glowka Builder, Inc., as an innovative solution for protecting the unique reclaimed barnwood exterior of the Guadalupe River Ranch custom home build. . Fill out the form below to receive this DuPont Whitepaper. sponsored.

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Best Construction Safety Glasses for Men and Women

Work Gearz

Safety glasses are standard PPE for construction sites. Most of the eye injuries that take place in the United States could be avoided if workers used the correct eye protection. Buying a good pair of protective safety glasses is essential to the health of your eyes. But the best pair of safety glasses should be tailored to your particular needs, a pair that you will wear willingly because effective without causing you problems or irritation. .

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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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Real Estate Taxes Are Highest in These States

Pro Builder

Real Estate Taxes Are Highest in These States. cbroderick. Fri, 04/09/2021 - 09:53. Aside from home prices, many Americans need to consider an area’s property taxes to ensure their future property fits into their budget. Homeowners pay an average of $2,471 on property taxes each year, according to the New York Times. In states where property taxes are highest, monthly tax payments on a median-priced home can be more than half of the mortgage payment.

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2020 Top Project Starts Remains Robust Despite Pandemic

ENR Construction

Ranking of 2020 starts dominated by energy, highway and health care work, in addition to new education projects.

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Remodelers Are Significantly More Confident Than in 2020

Pro Builder

Remodelers Are Significantly More Confident Than in 2020. cbroderick. Fri, 04/09/2021 - 09:56. Remodeler confidence jumped 36 points compared to the first quarter of 2020. Remodeler confidence, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ Remodeling Market Index, hovered below positive at 48 during this time last year. Today, remodeler confidence has reached 86 points, with anything over 50 considered positive.

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Record jump in materials prices and supply chain distributions threaten construction firms' ability to complete vital nonresidential projects

BD+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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ENR Launches Regional Best Projects

ENR Construction

ENR launched its Regional Best Projects 2021 Awards program!

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10 Best Work Pants for Electricians With Utility Pockets

Work Gearz

Being an electrician is no joke, you put your life at risk every single day while at work. You will be wearing protective gear when working to protect yourself from any serious injuries or accidents. So why not, also wear pants that will not only shield you from harm but also keep you comfortable throughout the day. I am here to help you pick the right work pants with my recommended list below, along with a list of features.

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Market Needs 2.4 Million More Homes for Healthy Supply

Pro Builder

Market Needs 2.4 Million More Homes for Healthy Supply. cbroderick. Fri, 04/09/2021 - 09:37. Homebuyers are gearing up to face the most contentious spring market with inventory at near historic lows. To meet the healthy level of housing inventory, there would need to be 2.4 million more homes on the market, according to the National Association of Home Builders.

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Biden Fiscal 2022 Budget Framework Has Climate, Infrastructure Focus

ENR Construction

All departments, agencies would get spending hike—except Army Corps civil works.

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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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Biden Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Framework Has Climate, Infrastructure Focus

ENR Construction

All departments, agencies would get spending hike, except Army Corps civil works.