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Boston-area contractor to pay $225K in asbestos case

Construction Dive

The state attorney general said she intends to pursue more cases surrounding contractors’ mishandling of volatile materials.

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Value Generation in Public Sector Facilities Management

Job Order Contracting

Value generation in public sector facilities management will rapidly become a mandate. Traditionally elevated levels of economic and environmental waste are no longer supportable. Furthermore, the administrative burden required for sustainable facilities management must be reduced as staffing levels continue to fall. Fortunately, the challenges for generating value from the ongoing numerous repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects can be significantly reduced through the

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Improve Your Document Control System

Viewpoint Construction Technology

How can document controllers ensure more consistency and accuracy across their construction projects?

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Construction starts plummet 27%

Construction Dive

The latest monthly numbers fell dramatically and were down 14% from a year ago, but market watchers say fundamentals are still strong.

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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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Behind the Build: Interview with Charnice Williams, Sr. Construction Program Manager at Microsoft?

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Construction program managers play a vital role in the job site—and not just because they oversee all aspects of project planning and execution. Beyond their responsibilities around job implementation, program managers can heavily influence the culture of the construction site and the broader team.  The best construction program managers not only have the right technical skills, they also possess the drive to empower and uplift their teams.

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Home Prices Stabilize Ahead of Spring Buying Season

Pro Builder

Home Prices Stabilize Ahead of Spring Buying Season ldeakins Wed, 02/22/2023 - 10:33 Buyers are inching their way back into the for-sale market, but those looking for more affordable prices are finding ongoing affordability hurdles exacerbated by low inventory As mortgage rates level off ahead of the 2023 spring buying season, sales are on the rise, but amid a shortage of for-sale housing, buyers are running into fierce competition.

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Productivity, ESG headline AGC Innovation Awards

Construction Dive

The grand prize winner, to be revealed at the Associated General Contractors of America’s Las Vegas convention in March, will take home $7,000.

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After Rising During the Pandemic, New Single-Family Home Size Is Declining

Pro Builder

After Rising During the Pandemic, New Single-Family Home Size Is Declining ldeakins Wed, 02/22/2023 - 10:58 Homebuyers are opting for smaller floor plans to save costs on new-home purchases post-pandemic Homeowners discovered a need for more residential space throughout the COVID-19 pandemic as work-from-home became more prevalent and quarantines extended into lengthier lockdown periods.

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Boston agency sanctions 2 contractors for failing to report diversity hiring data

Construction Dive

The Boston Employment Commission fined two Kaplan Construction subcontractors for failing to report internal data on local and diversity hiring.

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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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Digital Builder Ep 41: Identifying Risk in Old Construction Tech Part 1

Autodesk Construction Cloud

When construction projects are at risk and you know the existing processes work, it’s difficult to justify adopting new technologies or workflows. But just as there are risks with adopting something new, there are also risks in refusing to change. So how can your organization decide when it’s time to adopt new technologies, determine when the risks are too great to avoid implementing changes, and actually evaluate which new tech to adopt?

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Charcuterie Challenge Supports Climate Change Initiatives

PC Construction

Thornton Tomasetti ’s Portland, Maine office recently hosted a mid-winter social to raise awareness about climate change and its effect on the future of winter recreation. The event showcased a Charcuterie Chalet Challenge which several local firms jumping in to create unique edible architecture, with all funds raised benefiting Protect Our Winters.

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AECOM wins project management role in Dallas’ Fair Park overhaul

Construction Dive

The historic 277-acre entertainment district is known for hosting the State Fair and the Cotton Bowl Stadium.

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The New American Home 2023

Pro Builder

The New American Home 2023 ibush Wed, 02/22/2023 - 12:07 The New American Home 2023, situated on a 0.5-acre lot in the Ascaya community in Henderson, Nev., and showcased at this year's International Builders' Show, offers 7,575 square feet of luxurious living space. Designed and built by Michael Gardner, owner of Luxus Design Build , in Las Vegas, with Studio g Architecture , in Henderson, Nev., the exhibition home includes a game room, private office, several outdoor fire features, and a roof d

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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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Phishing remains top threat to businesses, IBM says

Construction Dive

IBM Security X-Force’s annual threat intelligence report highlights what makes phishing such a dangerous and persistent point of entry.

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Construction Economics for February 27, 2023

ENR Construction

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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Economic Pressures Drive Change for Construction and Engineering Companies in 2023

Construction Superintendent Magazine

There is huge potential for those looking to adapt and become more resilient explains Kenny Ingram, vice president of Construction & Engineering and Chris Knight, global industry director of Construction & Engineering at IFS. With a combined 60+ years of industry expertise, they analyze key market data and identify three areas of change that will help C&E organizations navigate the turbulent market dynamic. 1: The rise of the industrialized construction model – becoming the next-gen

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Cost-Effective and Compelling Home Design for Tentative Buyers

Pro Builder

Cost-Effective and Compelling Home Design for Tentative Buyers ldeakins Wed, 02/22/2023 - 11:03 Homebuyers are backing away from the for-sale market as housing costs continue to rise, but these design tips from Housing Design Matters could lure them back Apart from finding solutions for cost-effectiveness in new construction, designers are also adding more compelling home features and amenities to lure wary buyers off the fence.

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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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Wildlife Crossings Planned for SoCal-to-Las Vegas High-Speed Rail

ENR Construction

Brightline West officials say work on the $10-billion project could begin later this year.

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Home Builder Sales and Marketing: Sink, Swim, or Stand Out in 2023 [WEBINAR]

Pro Builder

Home Builder Sales and Marketing: Sink, Swim, or Stand Out in 2023 [WEBINAR] ibush Thu, 02/23/2023 - 07:38 Learn what sets great builders apart from the competition and what the best builders are doing to maximize their results in a tough market You can’t control the housing market, but you can control the way you execute sales and marketing for your home building business.

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ENR New York Set to Publish 2022 Top Construction Starts

ENR Construction

The March print issue of ENR New York will include some of the region's largest 2022 construction starts.

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The State of US Housing: Joint Center for Housing Studies Perspective

Pro Builder

The State of US Housing: Joint Center for Housing Studies Perspective ibush Wed, 02/22/2023 - 07:00 The Center's managing director outlines the nation's housing challenges for the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee as it works to set its agenda Testifying before the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee on Feb. 9, in its first hearing of the new Congress on The State of Housing 2023, Dr.

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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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We All Have A Role to Play in Bridging the Digital Divide

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The pandemic put a spotlight on the digital divide in our nation. The divide between the “haves” and “have nots” of technology (access, tools, and training) wasn’t new, but the contrast was suddenly stark when education, healthcare, and jobs quickly moved online. The digital divide is often considered to be a matter of connectivity but the issue is much broader.

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U.S. Housing Market Has Lost $2.3 Trillion in Value Since June Peak

Pro Builder

U.S. Housing Market Has Lost $2.3 Trillion in Value Since June Peak ldeakins Wed, 02/22/2023 - 10:48 Home values are falling amid sluggish demand from cautious buyers. Here are the markets correcting the fastest. After months of waning homebuyer demand, the total value of U.S. homes at the end of 2022 was down 4.9% ($2.3 trillion) from June’s record high of $47.7 trillion to $45.3 trillion in December.

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Innovation makes Nudura the smarter building choice

Pro Builder

Innovation makes Nudura the smarter building choice kcichowicz Wed, 02/22/2023 - 09:43 The Nudura Insulated Online Training Course provides participants basic Nudura ICF installation skills for building concrete homes & light commercial structures.

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Tremco 2023

Pro Builder

Tremco 2023 kcichowicz Wed, 02/22/2023 - 09:56

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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!