Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 28, 2022

3 Scary Business Situations & How to Face Them. ccapoccia. Fri, 10/28/2022 - 09:16. Let's be real about it: Owning a business can be frightening. The construction industry is confronting a slew of issues from supply chain delays, labor shortages and economic concerns. These conditions put a major strain on businesses. And those aren’t the only obstacles: chilling conversations, creativity killers and ownership fears can haunt any business owner.

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 28, 2022

The ISO 50001-based energy management system is too little too late and fails to address the fundamental issue of rampant economic and environmental waste associated with facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new buildings. Key problems. #1 The program is self-paced. No timelines. #2 The program is no-cost. Since when does no cost associate with value?

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Sewer pipes are the sewer lines that transport all the wastewater produced inside a house to the sewer mains constructed underneath the street. Different types of sewer pipes have been used for ages. Hence, a proper understanding of the different types of obsolete and new sewer pipes can help conduct proper maintenance or design and […]. The post Types of Sewer Pipes appeared first on The Constructor.

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Lets Build

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Safety violations on construction sites aren’t uncommon—just look at these statistics: Over 20% of all fatal workplace accidents in the EU during 2019 took place in the construction industry, making it the top industry for fatal injuries. During that same time, 59.5% of non-fatal accidents due to safety violations took place on construction sites in the EU.

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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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Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Small business owners spend an average of eight hours monthly performing payroll functions. That's 12 full days a year that could be spent generating sales, prospecting new business opportunities, improving products or services, or servicing customers. Upgrading or changing your payroll system comes with a ton of attractive benefits. Saving time and money, making everyone's account more manageable, and better integration are all excellent reasons to consider a change.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 28, 2022

New York City has spent about 75% of its Sandy recovery funds, but officials say they will need more to protect against future regional impacts from storms and sea level rise.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 28, 2022

It makes sense that rubber boots are a person’s go-to choice of footwear because they shield the feet from strong rains and messy puddles.  They are a practical choice for keeping the feet cool and dry.  You must always choose the right fit if you want to wear these chic pairs of rubber boots.  However, there are times when you unintentionally purchase boots that are too small or large for your feet.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 28, 2022

State officials select plans for onshore-only grid expansion, still eyeing 'backbone' projects at sea using federal funds, as developer of two New England projects says rising costs pose new completion risk

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Sustainability Professor, Steven Moore, wants Queen’s University in Ontario Canada to be a moral and sustainable leader through their actions. Moore said Queen’s should create more gardens on campus. He believes lawns are “ecological deserts” despite being important places to run and play. The University piloted an Employee Community Garden by planting two large communal plots.

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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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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Michigan Solicitor General's Flint prosecution team is appealing a judge's decision to dismiss criminal charges against state officials accused of neglect leading to the Flint water crisis. .

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Austin Luxury Homes Are Lingering on the Market as a Buying Frenzy Slows. ldeakins. Fri, 10/28/2022 - 10:18. Luxury home builders in Austin, TX couldn't finish new projects fast enough throughout a pandemic-induced homebuying boom, but as a market correction takes effect, home sales are stalling and supply is stacking up. Throughout the mid-pandemic homebuying boom, out-of-state buyers transformed Austin, Texas into one of the hottest real estate markets in the country, driving up demand for lux

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Learn Civil Engineering

OCTOBER 28, 2022

In past years, steel has developed into a valuable asset with several variations. These variations are based on their intended use. Steel has different types with unique qualities. Its composition defines its durability and strength. You can use each type according to the nature of the construction project. What is Steel? Nowadays, iron is significantly […].

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Colors, Character, and Open Living—Here Are the Top 2023 Kitchen Design Trends. ldeakins. Fri, 10/28/2022 - 10:24. It's out with the old and in with the new for homeowners updating their kitchen spaces, and along with an increased focus in health and sustainability, new remodels are breathing color and character into all-white interiors. Homeowners are expanding their kitchens and testing out more vibrant finishes and smart technology at the close of 2022, while wellness design reigns supreme in

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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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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Alaska wins the most funds, while California gets the most grants.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Single-Family Construction May Be Slowing, but Multifamily Starts Are on the Rise. ldeakins. Fri, 10/28/2022 - 10:29. Housing starts fell in September, but as a growing number of would-be buyers are pushed out of home purchases, demand for new multifamily rental units is rising. Single-family home construction and multifamily apartment building slowed in September as total housing starts fell below the historical average of 1.5 million homes.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 28, 2022

City officials vacated a 14-story residential building Oct. 27 after engineers found extensive damage to beams in a third-floor parking garage.

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Contractor Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2022

PHCC continues to explain the flaws in the electrification model and push for professional installations.

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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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