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Organization Breakdown Structure (OBS) in Construction

The Constructor

Organization Breakdown Structure (OBS) can be defined as a framework or hierarchical representation of different roles within an organization, their.

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Materion Corporation To Invest $80M In Pennsylvania Expansion

Business Facilities

Ohio-based advanced materials producer Materian Corporation will create at least 65 new jobs in Berks County, PA. - Read: Materion Corporation To Invest $80M In Pennsylvania Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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What are the Effects of Rain on Freshly Placed Concrete?

The Constructor

The sudden outpouring of rain on freshly placed concrete can give rise to unexpected challenges. The severity of the damage is dependent on the.

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Construction employment declines by 7,000 in June

BD+C

Construction employment declined by 7,000 between May and June as the industry still employs 238,000 fewer people than before the pandemic, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today. Association officials said that job losses in the nonresidential construction sector offset modest monthly gains in residential construction as many firms struggle with worker shortages, supply chain disruptions and rising materials prices.

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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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What’s With the Lumber Price Disconnect?

Pro Builder

What’s With the Lumber Price Disconnect? mbeirne. Wed, 07/07/2021 - 11:29. If lumber futures and mill prices are declining by double digit percentages, why not the street prices builders are paying? Lumber futures prices have decreased by 52 percent (on a front-month basis) over the past seven weeks as mill prices have fallen 48 percent over the same period, but the prices home builders are paying since late May have declined by a fraction.

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ASOS To Invest More Than $100M In Georgia Expansion

Business Facilities

The online fashion and beauty retailer will expand its Fulton County, GA e-commerce fulfillment operations. - Read: ASOS To Invest More Than $100M In Georgia Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Make sure to get your multifamily amenities mix right

BD+C

One of the hardest decisions multifamily developers and their design teams have to make is what mix of amenities they’re going to put into each project. A lot of squiggly factors go into that decision: the type of community (market-rate vs. affordable, for-sale, senior living, student housing, etc.), the geographic market, local recreation preferences (tennis court or putting green?

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Green Hydrogen Projects Seek Global Scale in Energy Transition

ENR Construction

Record size projects in Kazakhstan and Australia press on despite risks while traditional producers seek new roles in changing markets

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Intl. Code Council appoints committees to lead energy code development

BD+C

The International Code Council recently revealed who will make up the committees for the development of its 2024 International Energy Conservation Code ( IECC ).

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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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Buyers Want to Buy But Where Are the Starter Homes?

Pro Builder

Buyers Want to Buy But Where Are the Starter Homes? mbeirne. Wed, 07/07/2021 - 10:44. The supply of entry-level housing is at a 50-year low. The first rung on the homeownership ladder has long been an affordable “starter home.” These houses, with their smaller footprints and selling prices, allowed young homeowners to build wealth and upsize as they started their families.

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Chicago’s first indoor track and field facility features a hydraulically banked track

BD+C

A new $53.67 million Indoor Track & Field Facility at Gately Park has completed construction in Chicago’s Pullman neighborhood.

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How Are Builders Countering Rising Costs and Shortages?

Pro Builder

How Are Builders Countering Rising Costs and Shortages? mbeirne. Wed, 07/07/2021 - 11:09. Few builders have switched away from traditional wood framing. Raising prices and pre-ordering materials are the most common strategies builders are using in the face of supply constraints and escalating costs. According to a June survey for the National Association of Home Builders/ Wells Fargo Housing Market Index, 62% of builders boosted home prices and 59% are ordering materials early.

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Bechtel, Nautilus partner on sustainable, high-performance data centers

BD+C

Bechtel and Nautilus Data Technologies say they have reached a partnership to build high-performance, sustainable data centers.

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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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Big-D Construction, JE Dunn Construction Chosen as ENR Mountain States Contractors of the Year for 2021

ENR Construction

Firms nominated for Contractor of the Year honors are voted on by ENR regional editors based on information provided in the year's Top Contractors ranking survey.

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Mortgage Activity Drops to Lowest Level

Pro Builder

Mortgage Activity Drops to Lowest Level. mbeirne. Wed, 07/07/2021 - 11:16. Despite a decline in rates, mortgage demand declined to its lowest level since the pandemic started. The demand for mortgages, both to purchase and refinance, declined for the second consecutive week and sank to the lowest level since before the coronavirus pandemic started in early 2020. .

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Contracts need risk management

Construction Law

The headline news from the most recent Arcadis survey of global disputes is that the sums involved in disputes have more than doubled but the number of disputes has stayed about the same. Disputes are being resolved faster at an average of 13 months compared to 15 last year, and the UK is maintaining its lead in speedy dispute resolution, taking only 10 months on average.

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Van Metre Unveils Modular Homes

Pro Builder

Van Metre Unveils Modular Homes. mbeirne. Wed, 07/07/2021 - 11:21. Van Metre debuts POWERhaus, its factory-built, modular home product line. Van Metre, in partnership with Joseph Wheeler, professor of architecture at Virginia Tech School of Architecture and Design, debuts POWERhaus, homes in which the modules are factory built in the builder's facility in Winchester, Va.

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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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Red Wing Iron Ranger Vs Wolverine 1000 Mile: Which is your Best Shot?

Work Gearz

The redwings have been seen rapidly used and adapted by people inculcating in the fashion industry and more. At the same time, Wolverine, dated back in 1883, has managed to maintain its craze in the world. In Wolverine’s case, opposed to the current boot made up of an entire grain cowhide, Wolverine boots are oriented from soft leather, which is why my vote will forever and always go for Wolverine.

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Top 10 Construction Companies In India

Learn Civil Engineering

(Report as per 05 July 2021) Not lagging behind India is also prospering while competing hard with the major countries to facilitate improved infrastructure related to transport, health, education in the country. It is a classic example to benefit the quality of living towards an organized and developed India. The construction industry creates opportunities among […].

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Can I Use Mink Oil on Colored Boots?

Work Gearz

Maintaining one’s boots is something all of us want to do. However, some people might not know that their boots, especially leather ones, need conditioning. You might not know either that you can retrieve this glowing spark of new leather boots. The key to all of this is mink oil. Mink oil is famous among leather workers and cobblers. Today, you can find mink oil as a processed product under different brand names.

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ENR Southeast Extends 2021 Top Specialty Contractors Survey Deadline to July 28

ENR Construction

The annual survey ranks specialty contractors working in the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina and Tennessee, as well as Puerto Rico

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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!

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5 Best Ear Protection for Blacksmithing

Work Gearz

Blacksmithing is a noisy business that can put your hearing at risk. Many professional blacksmiths are victims of industry hearing loss as well as severe cases of tinnitus. Single loud noises can create damage to your hearing, imagine repeated loud noise every day of the week for years. For this reason, blacksmiths must give priority to protecting their hearing.

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Still Time to Submit Your Survey for ENR Midwest's Top Specialty Contractors

ENR Construction

More than 30 Midwest Specialty Contractors have already submitted their 2020 revenue numbers.

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Monolithic Slab Vs Floating Slab

Civil Lead

What is Monolithic Slab? The meaning of the word Monolithic is “made of a single large mass”. The foundation constructed. Read more.

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Ten Minutes With ACCIONA's Carlos Planelles

ENR Construction

Spain-based global contractor's managing director for North America talks TBMs, P3s, Canada and more.

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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!