Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The 4BT-PEP is a turnkey JOC Program that delivers the highest performance at the lowest possible administrative cost. 4BT exclusively provides all of the following, without the need to pay a percentage of construction volume, which results in excessive cost and failure to meet public sector fiscal responsibilities. Powerful, yet easy-to-use services and tools that support efficient project delivery, including LEAN job order contracting that simplify administrative and operational processes, and

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Ultra-lightweight concrete, which is also known as super lightweight concrete or infra-lightweight concrete, is a state-of-the-art concrete in terms of density and insulation properties and classifies as concrete with a dry density lesser than 800 Kg/m3. This density is the minimum limit for lightweight concrete according to the definition in standard EN 206-1.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

There is so much construction data out there, but without connected solutions to leverage it, your projects could be the missing significant benefits.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

As with every industry, everything ultimately boils down to the bottom line. But in construction, with razor-thin margins, the stakes are significantly higher and there is little room for the unexpected. Contractors are focused on executing efficiently and safety, while winning new business and staying profitable. . However, the industry is at a pressure point and unfortunately, the unexpected is one of the few things companies can expect.

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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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SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The Share of Women in Construction Rose Sharply in 2021. ldeakins. Tue, 09/13/2022 - 10:16. The number of women working construction jobs climbed to a record high in 2021, and according to NAHB, that share is still going up. After an uptick in unemployment during the pandemic-induced recession of 2020, the total number of women employed in the construction industry rose to over 1.24 million in 2021.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Prospective Buyers Say They’re Willing to Purchase Homes Even in a Recession—Here’s Why. ldeakins. Tue, 09/13/2022 - 10:20. Even in the throes of an economic recession, prospective buyers aren't willing to put off home purchases, especially as sellers drop their asking prices in overheated markets. Mortgage rates are creeping closer to 6% as the U.S. economy enters into a recession, but according to Realtor.com, that’s not enough to stop some house hunters from finding their forever homes.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

A consortium led by Norwegian green energy developer and operator Scatec has signed a commercial agreement to finance, construct, operate and maintain a greenfield hydroelectric power plant with peak capacity of 350 MW in the southern African country of Malawi.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The construction trade is full of potential pitfalls. Mistakes and accidents happen, and some of those issues can be extremely expensive. Whether a third party gets hurt around the job site or the contractor causes property damage, someone needs to pay to make things right. In most cases, that’s what insurance is for, and the contractor will typically initiate a claim against their policy to take care of it.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

International Atomic Energy Agency chief warns of potentially catastrophic outcomes as last reactor at the embattled Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant is shut down; newly opened cable-stayed bridge in the city of Zaporizhzhia remains unscathed, contractor says.

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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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SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Preserving a Historic Toronto Home with DELTA®-VENT S Air Barrier. kcichowicz. Tue, 09/13/2022 - 13:59. Case Study Image. The Integral House is arguably one of Toronto's most unusual and spectacular residences. Its name reflects the summa symbol "?" used to represent the integral in calculus; although it is known by many as simply the Toronto Mansion.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

A 471,000-sq-ft residential project in Brooklyn’s Coney Island will get sustainable heating and cooling from underground wells when open in 2024.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

In the Event of a Recession, These Overvalued Markets Could See Double-Digit Price Drops. ldeakins. Tue, 09/13/2022 - 10:30. Overheated metros like Boise and Las Vegas could see significant price drops as the housing market reaches a tipping point. A full-blown housing correction is already underway, and as home prices begin to fall nationwide, experts are expecting some popular markets to cool much faster than others.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

A 471,000-sq-ft residential high-rise in Brooklyn’s Coney Island will get sustainable heating and cooling from underground wells when open in 2024.

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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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SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Does Access to Flood-Risk Data Impact Homebuyer Decisions? ldeakins. Tue, 09/13/2022 - 10:34. A new Redfin survey reveals that prospective buyers are less likely to bid on homes with high flood-risk scores. A recent three-month randomized controlled trial by Redfin revealed that homebuyers who have access to flood-risk information when browsing home listings online are more likely to view and make offers on homes with lower flood risk than those without access.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The project will support roughly 7,000 construction jobs, according to Intel. .

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Unilock 2022. kcichowicz. Mon, 09/12/2022 - 14:28.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Gateway Development Commission board voted to take on the role of project sponsor, allowing it to seek federal loans for the NJ-NY megaproject.

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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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SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Lot Values Reached Record Highs in 2021. ldeakins. Tue, 09/13/2022 - 10:26. Lot values for single-family detached housing starts surged to new highs across the majority of Census divisions in 2021. After rising steadily throughout 2021, the U.S. median lot price for single-family detached housing starts stands at $55,000, reaching a new record in six out of nine Census divisions, NAHB Eye on Housing reports.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Announcing 20 regional leaders under the age of 40 as ENR Mountain States' next class of Top Young Professionals.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

ENR New England’s Specialty Contractor of the Year, E.M. Duggan, has helped build some of the highest profile projects in Boston.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Did the contractor's master policy cover the damage?

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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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SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Photographs chosen by our editors from submissions to ENR.com/newengland and ENR.com/newyork.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Updates about construction professionals in the New York and New England regions.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Dodge data on projected 2022 construction starts in Manchester.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Dodge data on projected 2022 construction starts in Rochester.

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