Construction Dive

MAY 1, 2023

Monday kicks off Construction Safety Week. From a safety crackdown in NYC to using AI to prevent injuries, here's what's trending on the topic.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 1, 2023

Construction output is now expected to fall by 6.4% this year after economists at the Construction Products Association sharply downgraded forecasts for the second time. Falling private new housing combined with recent government delays to major infrastructure projects has prompted the spring forecast downgrade from a previously forecast 4.7% fall in output.

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Construction Dive

MAY 1, 2023

Vaughan Buckley, CEO at Volumetric Building Companies, said amid widespread finance jitters, there is more funding stability in the sector due to government grants.

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BD+C

MAY 1, 2023

Utilizing computer vision, AI technology for visual jobsite tasks 0 qpurcell Mon, 05/01/2023 - 09:32 AEC Tech Burns & McDonnell breaks down three ways computer vision can effectively assist workers on the job site, from project progress to safety measures. Jeff Danley Contractors 360 Camera AEC Tech Innovation Drones Building Automation Building Tech Building Technology Project + Process Innovation The Changing Built Environment Artificial intelligence is causing a stir in most industries, and c

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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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Construction Dive

MAY 1, 2023

The manufacturing boom is helping the industry weather softening residential and other nonresidential markets.

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Construction Dive

MAY 1, 2023

As Construction Safety Week gets underway, read how safety awards promote new ideas to help reduce risk and save lives.

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PC Construction

MAY 1, 2023

A great quote by Heraclitus relates directly to construction: “The only thing that is constant is change”. Change happens every day on a construction site and the best laid plans for an operation or a day will most likely be impacted by change. When change occurs in construction – whether it is an unexpected delivery or a change in weather – the likelihood of injuries occurring increases.

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Construction Dive

MAY 1, 2023

The Los Angeles-based firm will design and build the Brooklyn facility for the city’s new Buorough-Based Jails System.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

MAY 1, 2023

The latest edition of The Civil Quarterly from Dodge Construction Network shows that despite ongoing labor issues, business conditions are still very strong for civil contractors, with 77% optimistic about the market continuing to be robust for the remainder of 2023, and 46% expecting to see their profit margins increase in the next six months. However, the strong construction market can also exacerbate civil contractor’s ongoing challenges, such as skilled worker shortages and supply chain chal

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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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Construction Dive

MAY 1, 2023

Environmental and social justice advocates worry it will include a “poison pill” provision backed by the oil and gas industry.

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Pro Builder

MAY 1, 2023

How the Design of Our Homes and Neighborhoods Is Making Millennials and Gen Z Lonelier ibush Mon, 05/01/2023 - 11:24 Connecting with others in your community is key to fighting the loneliness epidemic. But the housing affordability crisis and design of American homes and neighborhoods is making that more difficult Millennials and Gen Z feel lonely much more often than their Gen X and Baby Boomer counterparts, according to public opinion and data company YouGov.

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Construction Dive

MAY 1, 2023

The Sweden-based contractor announced the project win Friday, with its Q2 earnings call just around the corner.

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Pro Builder

MAY 1, 2023

Is There a Mortgage Rate Free-Fall Coming? ibush Mon, 05/01/2023 - 10:50 In addition to the prospect of lower mortgage rates, home prices may also soon be on the wane, creating more opportunities for homebuyers Despite some signs of an economic slowdown, mortgage rates crept higher for the second consecutive week. And, according to Realtor.com's March housing trends report, the cost of financing a typical house now costs $611 more per month than it did a year ago.

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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 Dive

MAY 1, 2023

Making payments and getting paid quickly, securely and with transparency is one way to ensure success in construction.

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ENR Construction

MAY 1, 2023

California's new push to require electric trucks could have severe impacts to the construction industry, groups warn.

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Construction Dive

MAY 1, 2023

Keeping a strong utilization rate can be easier if offices support each other and share resources.

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ENR Construction

MAY 1, 2023

Falls from heights cause more workplace deaths than any other type of injury.

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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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Construction Dive

MAY 1, 2023

The embattled company is picking up its second subsidiary win in two weeks through the award.

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ENR Construction

MAY 1, 2023

California's new push to require electric trucks could have severe impacts to the construction industry, groups warn.

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Pro Builder

MAY 1, 2023

Developer Test Drives New Concept: Turnkey, Luxury One-Bedroom Bungalows ibush Mon, 05/01/2023 - 16:01 Designing and building the award-winning Bungalows—508-square-foot, one-bedroom luxury homes—was a risk The Beach Company opted to take … and it paid off Michele Lerner Whether it’s a weekend retreat, a place to chill out for a midweek break, or even a tempting work-from-home setup with a water view, the small but sumptuous Bungalows at Kiawah River, near Charleston, S.C., offer buyers a turnke

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ENR Construction

MAY 1, 2023

California's new push to require electric trucks could have severe impacts to the construction industry, groups warn.

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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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BD+C

MAY 1, 2023

Survey of apartment residents shows support for property-provided smart home devices for security, energy savings Multifamily housing residents receive broadband services faster if they are provided by the property management rather than acquiring such service on their own. rcassidy Mon, 05/01/2023 - 12:37 ADT MULTIFAMILY Survey indicates that multifamily housing residents receive broadband services faster if they are provided by the property management rather than acquiring such service on thei

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Pro Builder

MAY 1, 2023

Brooklyn Net Zero Geothermal Apartment Complex Will Be First and Largest in the US ibush Mon, 05/01/2023 - 12:00 The New York housing complex—the first geothermal project of its kind at this scale—could serve as a blueprint for net zero living Geothermal heating and cooling isn't new, but it's more commonly used for single-family homes and small buildings than for large-scale multifamily residential developments.

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Contractor Magazine

MAY 1, 2023

White House proclaims May 2023 as National Building Safety Month to increase awareness about the importance of building codes and standards.

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