Lets Build
APRIL 20, 2020
Construction schedule delays are a common problem within the industry and for a very good reason. As reported by McKinsey and Company, an average project in construction is expected to experience a minimum 20-month delay and an 80% budget overrun. It quickly becomes clear that there is plenty of room for improvement in the way the sector designs, communicates and eventually builds.
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 20, 2020
INTRODUCTION. LEAN Job Order Contracting (JOC) is a robust integrated project delivery process for repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and “minor” new construction. LEAN JOC integrated People, Process, Information, and collaborative Technology to consistently yield quality projects on-time and on-budget. Planning, procurement, and project delivery are all included with the LEAN JOC framework.
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Construction Dive
APRIL 20, 2020
Contractors, subs, suppliers and owners are coming together to post photos, lay out best practices and combine insight for toolbox talks to overcome jobsite challenges posed by the pandemic.
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 20, 2020
INTRODUCTION. LEAN JOC (Job Order Contracting) is a robust integrated project delivery process for repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and “minor” new construction. A LEAN JOC implementation integrates People, Process, Information, and collaborative Technology to consistently yield quality projects on-time and on-budget. Planning, procurement, and project delivery are all included with the LEAN JOC framework.
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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.
The Constructor
APRIL 20, 2020
The curing of Concrete elements by diffusing carbon-di-oxide into it under controlled pressure and temperature is one of the popular methods of.
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Construction Dive
APRIL 20, 2020
New letters for construction firms working on public contracts might mean agencies will begin cracking down on EEO measures, and contractors shouldn't rely on the coronavirus pandemic to give them a break, an expert said.
BD+C
APRIL 20, 2020
After more than nine consecutive years of steady growth, proposal activity in the U.S. Multifamily Housing market flattened in the 1st Quarter amid the COVID-19 crisis. The Quarterly Market Forecast (QMF) survey of architecture, engineering and construction (A/E/C) firms reported the first negative result for Multifamily since the 3rd Quarter of 2010.
Business Facilities
APRIL 20, 2020
Both North Carolina and South Carolina continue to take steps to ensure their workforces are able to prepare for the jobs of tomorrow, today. - Read: Carolinas: Developing A Successful Workforce at BusinessFacilities.com.
BD+C
APRIL 20, 2020
1. The continent’s tallest living wall could soon sprout in Dallas (BD+C). "The exterior of the building at 1899 McKinley will be augmented by more than 40,000 plants that are expected to capture over 1,600 lbs of CO2 and produce 1,200 lbs of oxygen annually.".
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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.
Construction Equipment
APRIL 20, 2020
Minnich Manufacturing has added Ebbert Co. to its dealer network. Headquartered in Fountain Valley, California, Ebbert will cover Southern California, Arizona, Nevada, and New Mexico.
Business Facilities
APRIL 20, 2020
The advanced manufacturing company will donate 800 N95 face masks to Costa Rican health authorities and $25,000 for buying diagnostic kits and tests. - Read: Samtec Hiring 150 Workers, Donating Funds And Face Masks In Costa Rica at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Equipment
APRIL 20, 2020
Luby Equipment Services is now the exclusive Takeuchi-US dealer for St. Louis, with three locations in the metropolitan area. Luby Equipment is headquartered in Fenton, Missouri. It has six branches: three in Missouri, and three in Illinois.
Learn Civil Engineering
APRIL 20, 2020
Defects in timber We had already discussed about what is timber and common timbers in India. But in this post we are going to discuss about defects in timber, various defects in timber, causes of timber defects etc. Causes of timber defects Causes of timber defects are divided into the following classes. Defects due to […].
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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?
Business Facilities
APRIL 20, 2020
In response to COVID-19, the Cape Coral EDO is encouraging residents to stay healthy, while continuing to support the local economy. - Read: Cape Coral Supports Local Business During COVID-19 Crisis at BusinessFacilities.com.
CivilJungle
APRIL 20, 2020
What is Salt Concrete Finish? As one of the older, more conventional decorative concrete finishes, salt finish concrete has become the most popular in unfreezing / thaw regions around the country. For a little additional cost, you can add texture to just about any hardscape. With the popularity of decorative concrete along with the wide range of decorative finishes available today, the salt finish is not used much currently.
Natural Building
APRIL 20, 2020
Rex Hohlbein and his daughter, Jenn LaFrenier, are both architects in the Seattle area. In this TEDx video they present a novel approach to reducing homelessness. They suggest that we should “reimagine our personal space by inviting homeless residents to move into beautifully designed, off-grid, homes built in residential backyards.” Called “The Block Project” these tiny homes — built with neighborhood support and community volunteers— provides a path out of homelessness that encoura
Construction Equipment
APRIL 20, 2020
Construction employment declined in 20 states and D.C. in March according to the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).
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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.
ENR Construction
APRIL 20, 2020
Aimed at states and municipalities, Dept. of Homeland Security update adds commercial work and 'support' jobs in inspections and permitting.
Construction Test
APRIL 20, 2020
The Norwegian city of Stavanger is the glittering gateway to Norway’s riches. It won a multibillion-dollar oil lottery and the country invested wisely in its rivers of undersea black gold. Once, in the 1950s, it was all about fish. Back then Stavanger was Norway’s “canned capital” with more than 50 canneries. The last one closed in 2002 because Stavanger had bigger fish to fry and more importantly, they had the oil to do it.
ENR Construction
APRIL 20, 2020
Companies will have to adhere to guidelines that have not yet been released.
Construction Test
APRIL 20, 2020
CHEQUERS is a lavish country estate where the current UK Prime Minister can unwind or entertain high-profile guests. The residence will play host to Boris Johnson as he continues to recover from coronavirus after he was discharged from hospital on Easter Sunday. Chequers is the country retreat of the Prime Minister Credit: Alamy. Where is Chequers and how far is it from Downing Street?
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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!
ENR Construction
APRIL 20, 2020
Safety harnesses apparently prevented more serious injury in 2017 mishap.
ENR Construction
APRIL 20, 2020
Ontario will allow 24/7 healthcare, residential work to boost flexibility; Quebec reopened projects April 20 with added compliance.
ENR Construction
APRIL 20, 2020
Ontario will allow 24/7 healthcare and residential work to boost flexibility, while Quebec reopened more projects with added compliance.
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