Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 24, 2022

A look at how connected construction solutions are streamlining contractors’ HR processes.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 24, 2022

There are multiple learnings from JOC Program Audits ( see audit results ). Lack of direct Owner participation and leadership (versus using a third party intermediary/consultants) can result in higher overall costs, higher JOC Program administrative costs, lack of cost visibility and controls, and a potential for misuse/fraud. The use of localization factors (city cost indices, area cost factors) or economic factors (ENR, CPI…) does not provide adequate cost control or cost visibility.

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The Constructor

AUGUST 24, 2022

The relative humidity represents the amount of water vapor in the air compared to the amount that air can hold. Relative humidity in concrete is one of the critical parameters that should be considered before laying a floor. If concrete contains high relative humidity combined with excess moisture, it can cause floor failures and subsequently costly […].

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Concrete 222

Civiconcepts

AUGUST 24, 2022

Introduction To Engineering Drawing In engineering drawing, engineering-related objects like walls, electrical fitting, pipes, machines, buildings, etc are drawn with specific shapes and sizes so they require different Types of … 15 Engineering Drawing Instruments | Drawing Instruments and Their Uses | Top Drawing Instruments Read More ».

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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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Pro Builder

AUGUST 24, 2022

Missing Middle Construction Sector Posted Slight Gains in Q2 2022. ldeakins. Wed, 08/24/2022 - 10:28. Medium-density multifamily housing development ticked slightly higher in the second quarter of 2022 after a year of stagnant growth. Medium-density housing development, including townhouses, duplexes, and other small multifamily properties, trended slightly higher during the second quarter of 2022, but this missing middle construction sector has remained mostly flat even during times of immense

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 24, 2022

Supply Chain Solutions: 3 Tactics for Home Builders. ibush. Wed, 08/24/2022 - 08:00. The pain resulting from supply chain disruption is being felt at every level of home building, but Ken Pinto has strategies for limiting the impact of supply chain disruptions. Ken Pinto. After attending several building industry events so far this year, the consistent message heard from building materials suppliers, manufacturers, and home builders is: “I’ve never made more money … and had less fun.” .

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 24, 2022

Investments in renewable energy are driving job growth and site selection decisions across the nation.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 24, 2022

Amid an increasingly complex global construction market, Top 250 International Contractors report that owners are placing a greater emphasis on meeting basic project goals—delivered on time, under budget and at promised value.

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Building Information Management

AUGUST 24, 2022

2022 Job Order Contract Best Management Practices. Research and ind ependent third party audits have found the following to be characteristic of JOC Program implementations: o JOC contracts using a 3rd party intermediary (consultants) result in higher costs, less benefit to public sector owners, and potential for fraud. o JOC Programs can significant reduced both Owner and Design-builder administrative burden. o JOC Programs directly implemented by Owners with the the support of leadership simpl

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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

AUGUST 24, 2022

The Gordie Howe will be the longest cable-stayed bridge in North America and fifth-longest in the world, easing congestion at the busiest crossing between the two countries.

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Natural Building

AUGUST 24, 2022

When coronavirus broke out, Marko Brajovic took his wife, two children and dogs to live in a house he designed in the Brazilian part of the Atlantic Forest. He built the Monkey House cabin in its grounds as a guest house for friends to stay in. “Monkey House is meant for hosting friends and as a holiday house for short and middle term rentals on the Airbnb platform.,” Marko said.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 24, 2022

Survey respondents reported shortages of materials including electrical steel, eclectic components and cement.

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Levelset

AUGUST 24, 2022

Construction businesses need many different types of insurance to mitigate the risks associated with building projects. Two of the most common insurance policies that contractors have are builder’s risk and general liability, which serve very different purposes. Builder’s risk insurance, typically used by general contractors, covers property damage to a building under construction, while general liability insurance covers costs associated with third-party injuries or property damage caused by co

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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

AUGUST 24, 2022

The Gordie Howe will be the longest cable-stayed bridge in North America and fifth-longest in the world, easing congestion at the busiest crossing between the two countries.

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America 64

Pro Builder

AUGUST 24, 2022

Home Prices Dipped Slightly in July, but Just How Low Will They Go? ldeakins. Wed, 08/24/2022 - 10:08. At the start of the year, it seemed impossible for home prices to fall from record highs, but as mortgage rates climb higher and buyers pull back, a downturn may be on the horizon after all. Home prices are rebalancing after two years of record appreciation, but experts say it may take some time for them to fall from current highs.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 24, 2022

Washington state's $3.8 billion effort to revitalize salmon populations by reconstructing infrastructure.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 24, 2022

Home Design Tips to Eliminate Back-to-School Stress. ldeakins. Wed, 08/24/2022 - 10:16. School mornings can be a fast-paced blur of activity, but these design tips from Housing Design Matters help to keep the stress to a minimum. Another school year is just beginning, and homeowners are preparing once again for busy morning routines after a calm and quiet summer.

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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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Learn Civil Engineering

AUGUST 24, 2022

Nowadays architectural glass is a remarkable invention in construction. It has a wide range of uses and advantages due to its strength, durability, and variety of hues. Glass is one of the most attractive building elements in home construction. The glass comes in many varieties. It is used in building construction for a variety of […].

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 24, 2022

After Record Growth in 2021, Apartment Rents Have Finally Peaked. ldeakins. Wed, 08/24/2022 - 10:22. Rental growth appears to be stabilizing after reaching a record high in 2021—here's what that means for apartment hunters in the year ahead. After years of record gains, apartment rents rose just 0.8% between June and July, one-third the growth seen during the same period one year ago, CNBC reports.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 24, 2022

Contractor will restore giant Texas LNG complex to meet targets again delayed—now November for partial reopening and full operation in March 2023.

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Texas Contractors 66

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 24, 2022

Future-Proofing Your Capital Program Management Strategy. 5 critical signs your tech can’t support your changing capital program needs long-term. Greg Ragsdale. Wed, 08/24/2022 - 15:20. Technology is a critical element for a successful capital program management strategy. However, as the competitive landscape intensifies and change is accelerating, many legacy technology solutions in the market today, along with the myriad of gap solutions, will be unable to meet the needs of owners seeking comp

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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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ENR Construction

AUGUST 24, 2022

The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center will house the decommissioned orbiter within a 20-story-tall structure clad in stainless steel.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 24, 2022

After Years of Construction Delays, Housing Completions Expected to Increase in Late 2022. ldeakins. Wed, 08/24/2022 - 11:59. A near record number of homes were started during the pandemic and ultimately delayed by constant supply chain disruptions, but two years later, those projects are finally being completed. Builders broke ground on a near record number of new housing units throughout the pandemic, but many were delayed by supply chain constraints, labor shortages, and inflated materials co

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 24, 2022

After weeks of review, an independent panel of judges has selected 20 individuals as ENR Southwest’s 2023 class of Top Young Professionals.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 24, 2022

There’s a numbing familiarity to the disputes that plague some large and crucial recent infrastructure projects. Look no further than ENR reporting on a developer and contractor terminated on one project, and on another where dismissal is a looming possibility. In both, authority over project design and changes in scope are contested.

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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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ENR Construction

AUGUST 24, 2022

Contractor will restore giant Texas LNG complex to meet targets again delayed—November for partial reopening and full operation in March 2023.

Texas 65

Texas Contractors 65

ENR Construction

AUGUST 24, 2022

Building Industry Association of Southern California Junior Builders unveil their float design for the 2023 Rose Bowl Parade.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 24, 2022

Tip-off of EV plant's alleged workplace violations came from union local, Illinois authorities say.

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