Tue.Mar 14, 2023

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How to Receive Compensation After Construction Site Accident or Disease

Civiconcepts

The building and construction industry is considered one of the most dangerous industries globally. The hazard and health risks are enormous for workers.

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How to plan your budget for home renovation

The Constructor

There is much to consider and plan regarding home renovations, including setting a budget and identifying where to allocate funds. Fortunately, there are several ways of laying out an effective budget plan to make the most out of your renovation.

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Biggest dam removal in US history set to start in California, Oregon

Construction Dive

Kiewit is the contractor on the $450 million effort to take out the Klamath River dams and restore salmon habitat

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PC Construction Accepts AGC Build America Award for 4th Year Running

PC Construction

PC just now accepted a Construction Risk Partners Build America Award from the Associated General Contractors in Las Vegas, our fourth consecutive win of this prestigious award. This latest recognition is in the Construction Management category for the One Spruce Peak project in Stowe, Vermont.

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The Ultimate Free Guide to Construction Project Management Software

Spreadsheets and in-house tools can no longer manage the sophistication and the demand for data of modern construction. Our free buyer’s guide will help you identify what construction software you need and the key features you should be looking for.

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US DOT and Austin, Texas, launch first-of-its-kind $22B transportation partnership

Construction Dive

It’s the first time the Transportation Department has entered an emerging projects agreement with a city to fast-track networks of related projects rather than using a piecemeal approach

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EEOC puts construction on notice

Construction Dive

The agency’s proposed strategic enforcement plan, which will guide its efforts through 2027, called out the industry by name

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Meet Spot: A robot that’s being tested to keep construction sites clean

BD+C

Meet Spot: A robot that’s being tested to keep construction sites clean 0 qpurcell Tue, 03/14/2023 - 07:57 AEC Tech What if we could increase consistency and efficiency with housekeeping by automating this process with a robot? Introducing: Spot.

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IIJA brings new funds, challenges to NYC infrastructure overhaul

Construction Dive

Panelists weighed in on the impact of the federal funding during the 2023 New York Build conference last week

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Change Agent Boosts NYC Coast Resilience

ENR Construction

City Dept. of Design and Construction, ENR New York Owner of the Year, seeks to improve the way critical buildings and infrastructure are delivered

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

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 is a must for anyone wanting to solve procurement or vendor management pain points.

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Skanska predicts construction costs will rise above inflation in many US cities

Construction Dive

Owners and contractors can expect to shell out more for projects in the near future, per a new report from the contractor that looked at 21 U.S. markets

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ENR New England Top Young Professionals

ENR Construction

The region’s brightest young leaders are not only standouts at their respective firms, they also share their skills broadly

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Gilbane Building Co. revenue up 8%

Construction Dive

The Providence, Rhode Island-based contractor highlighted large projects and public-private partnerships in its recent annual report

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A Passion for Building Drives O&G’s Third Generation Chief

ENR Construction

Raymond R. Oneglia, who propelled O&G Industries Inc. into a second century, has been selected to receive ENR New England’s 2023 Legacy Award

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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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Granite wins $30M interchange project north of LA

Construction Dive

The Avenue J improvements in Lancaster include four on- and off-ramps to enhance access for commuters

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JV Wins $2.8B Pearl Harbor Dry Dock Contract

ENR Construction

Dragados-Hawaiian Dredging will execute upgrades for the U.S. Navy as part of its 20-year Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program

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ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator and Contractor Confidence Index Rise in February

Contractor Magazine

Backlog rebounded in February and for the past four months has hovered around highs not seen since the start of the pandemic. Construction Data

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EPA Proposes First US Drinking Water Standard for PFAS

ENR Construction

Biden administration outlines next component of its strategy to control further spread of the ubiquitous contaminants, widely used in consumer and industrial goods, and a problem for more water and wastewater utilities

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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.

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American Institute of Architects Recognizes Innovative Design in Its 2023 Housing Awards

Pro Builder

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FHWA Launches IIJA $700M EV Infrastructure Grant Program

ENR Construction

Program is aimed at helping to carry out President Biden’s plan to build a nationwide network of electric vehicle charging stations by 2030

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Which States Are Home to the Most Valuable Housing Markets?

Pro Builder

Which States Are Home to the Most Valuable Housing Markets?

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Bridge Fix Bolsters Lifeline As Sandy Repairs Conclude

ENR Construction

Metropolitan Transportation Agency’s $49-million subway link and communications upgrade in Queens, N.Y., has benefited from a mild winter

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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. Over half of respondents see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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Home Sellers Still Have the Upper Hand in These U.S. Metros

Pro Builder

Home Sellers Still Have the Upper Hand in These U.S. Metros ldeakins Tue, 03/14/2023 - 10:42 Home prices are falling and inventory is stalling across much of the U.S.,

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New Mexico Takes a Big Step Toward Authorizing P3s

Constructlaw

On March 2, the New Mexico House of Representatives unanimously approved House Bill 213 , which would allow public agencies to enter into P3 agreements to facilitate public infrastructure and broadband projects.

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How Much of a Home's Sales Price Consists of Construction Costs?

Pro Builder

How Much of a Home's Sales Price Consists of Construction Costs? ldeakins Tue, 03/14/2023 - 10:50 Construction costs accounted for more than half of a home's total sales price in 2022 The National Association of Home Builders’ most recent Cost of Construction Survey reveals that 60.8%

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Reaping the benefits of offsite construction, with ICC's Ryan Colker    

BD+C

Reaping the benefits of offsite construction, with ICC's Ryan Colker 0 dbarista Tue, 03/14/2023 - 14:24 Ryan Colker, VP of Innovation at the International Code Council, discusses how municipal regulations and inspections are keeping up with the expansion of off-site manufacturing for commercial construction.

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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Meet the Zero Energy Ready Home Program Version 2

Pro Builder

Meet the Zero Energy Ready Home Program Version 2 ibush Tue, 03/14/2023 - 07:00 The latest version of the ZERH program aims to push home energy efficiency and performance to the next level Since 2013, the U.S.

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March 2023 City Scoop: Camden, NJ:

ENR Construction

Dodge data on projected 2023 construction starts in Camden, New Jersey

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American Institute of Architects Recognizes Innovative Design in Its 2023 Housing Awards

Pro Builder

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