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Importance of Scheduling in Construction Projects

The Constructor

Scheduling in construction projects is a meticulous process involving the listing of tasks, activities, and milestones, each assigned with a planned start and finish date. The significance of scheduling in construction projects cannot be overstated, as it fundamentally contributes to the success of a project. Effective scheduling ensures the completion of the project within the […] The post Importance of Scheduling in Construction Projects appeared first on The Constructor.

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Construction Business Practices For Getting Paid And Paying Yourself

Contractor Bookkeeping

Running a small construction business may seem like hopping from one task to another, needing more support and guidance. That can make it tempting to let some to-dos on your checklist slide, especially those related to finances, which can be challenging and are often outside your preferred skill set or experience. The issue, of course, is that clients can only pay you once you've invoiced them.

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New York GC opens new headquarters

Construction Dive

Forte Construction’s Long Island office, spanning 30,000 square feet, underwent significant upgrades including a complete interior renovation and exterior enhancements.

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US Supreme Court Backs Panama Canal Owner in Dispute with Builders

ENR Construction

In long running $271.8-million dispute over concrete standards used in the waterway expansion's new locks, high court ruling goes against its builders group, but other claims are pending, including one against Panama itself.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

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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Autodesk to audit financial practices, delay annual report

Construction Dive

The contech giant said it doesn’t believe that the investigated areas will affect any previously issued financial statements, or its most recent earnings release.

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Life of an Architect Podcast Ep. 147: How To Draw Like An Architect

BD+C

Life of an Architect Podcast Ep. 147: How To Draw Like An Architect Life of an Architect Podcast dbarista Fri, 04/05/2024 - 09:00 How good do you need to be at drawing if you want to become an architect? What if you can't draw? Can you still become an architect? These are questions I hear a lot, especially from people my age who became accountants and consultants.

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Aecon-led Team Picked for US Virgin Islands Airports P3

ENR Construction

VIports Partners will renovate, maintain and operate Cyril E. King Airport on St. Thomas and Henry E. Rohlsen Airport on St. Croix under an agreement with the U.S. Virgin Islands Port Authority.

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Fatal safety breaches lead to large fine

Construction Law

Erith Plant Services Limited has been fined £170,000 for health and safety breaches that led to the death of an employee who was crushed by an excavator lifting attachment. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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US Supreme Court Upholds Panama Canal Owner in Dispute with Contractors

ENR Construction

In long running $271.8-million dispute over concrete standards used in the waterway expansion's new locks, high court ruling goes against its builders group, but other claims are pending, including one against Panama itself.

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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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New issue of Construction Law arrives with subscribers

Construction Law

The latest issue of Construction Law, Vol 35 No 3, is arriving on subscribers desk around now, with its usual blend of expert analysis and news that makes it essential reading for everyone interested in keeping up to date with key developments affecting their businesses. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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Construction Jobs Soar by 39,000 in March

ENR Construction

The latest BLS report on the nation’s employment showed increases in all construction segments, paced by nonresidential specialty trade contractors.

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Technical guidance removes developer uncertainty

Construction Law

The government has now published technical guidance on its second staircase rule for residential buildings over 18 metres high, removing uncertainty that has allegedly led to housing schemes being put on hold. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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ENR Midwest Names Terracon Company as 2024 Design Firm of the Year

ENR Construction

This blog will comment on all matters related to design and construction in the Midwest.

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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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First use of Building Safety Act cladding remediation powers

Construction Law

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) has launched legal action to force the landlord of a Canary Wharf apartment complex to pay £20.5 million towards building safety works, the first attempt to use the powers created by the Building Safety Act 2022 designed to pursue owners of buildings for post-Grenfell remediation costs.

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Ft. Lauderdale Crane Incident Leaves Worker Dead, Three Others Injured

ENR Construction

Work has stopped and OSHA is investigating after Jorge De La Torre, 27, was killed April 4 when a portion of a crane fell onto a Ft. Lauderdale bridge.

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Research finds half of industry professionals unclear on duty holder responsibilities for higher-risk buildings

Construction Law

Research from specification platform NBS shows the industry is still struggling to achieve a consensus on the scope and requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA). To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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Biden: ‘Union labor and American steel’ will rebuild Key Bridge

Construction Dive

Speaking on the banks of the Patapsco River, the president said he would “move heaven and earth” to reconstruct the span quickly.

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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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Biden Pledges Federal Support to Swiftly Rebuild Baltimore Bridge

ENR Construction

Temporary channels are open for shipping, with reopening of the main channel slated for May.