The Constructor
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
A vaulted ceiling is a self-supporting arch that is built under and above a roof, beneath and above a wall in architectural or construction terms. Vaulted ceilings will offer your property an unparalleled appearance that will capture attention and give your area that “wow factor.” Vaulted ceilings are also known as high ceilings, elevated ceilings, […].
Job Order Contracting
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Valid construction estimates are based on processes and procedures, however, most organizations rely upon dated, ineffective methods. Cost and time estimates are imperative to the success of any construction project, both during construction and throughout the project life. Whether a repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, or new build project, certain fundamental processes and information are REQUIRED to create a valid construction estimate.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Now that we’ve laid the foundation for the four P’s of construction improvement (performance, predictability, planet, and people), let’s add some framework around performance. Particularly, the way performance impacts one of our most coveted metrics of measure—productivity. Contrary to other industries with specific key performance indicators (KPIs) that benchmark productivity, the construction industry has traditionally lacked such KPIs to set those standards and thus optimize productivity.
Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Home Builders Shifting Focus to Appeal to Buyers’ Changing Wants. ecatalano. Mon, 11/07/2022 - 10:53. Recent surveys by DesignLens and the New Home Trends Institute reveal homebuyers’ changing wants and needs, and builders are listening. According to John Burns Real Estate Consulting, one significant shift going forward is the home’s exterior. Making slight changes to the exterior is one of the top strategies that builders can cut costs, without the house looking cheap.
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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.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
The Ala. Dept. of Transportation's plans for a new, toll-free bridge near Alabama's Gulf Coast have spurred a lawsuit from the company operating a local toll bridge, which says the plan is a deliberate attempt to hurt its business. .
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
6 Easy Ways to Improve Punch Lists At some point, no matter how much of a joy (or hell) it’s been, every project must come to an end. When they do, it’s not enough to simply watch it fade away through the rearview mirror; you have to make sure all the i’s have been dotted and the t’s have been crossed—and that means a construction punch list. If you haven’t yet implemented this in your checklist of successful project closeout , it’s time to do so today.
Learn Civil Engineering
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Expansion Joints in Building Expansion Joints are also known as Movement Joints. These joints are the gaps between the structure, simply the separation to let the structure expand or reduce stresses due to the change in temperature in its surrounding. These gaps are filled with an expansion joint system to make sure a complete building […].
Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Buyers Looking for a House? They’re in Luck…Supply is Up 33.5% from Last Year. ecatalano. Mon, 11/07/2022 - 10:59. As houses stay on the market longer, sellers are cutting prices and buyers are reentering the market. According to CNBC, after two years of high house prices and fewer homes on the market, listings are at a record high in October 2022, up 33.5% from a year ago.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
As a recent BioPhorum report on modular design in biopharmaceutical manufacturing points out, one of the drawbacks of establishing a new production facility—particularly for a brand new product — is the time it takes to go from design to operation. Typically, that’s a period measured in years, rather than months. It’s also a costly exercise; the longer it takes to start production, the longer it takes to bring a product to market.
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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.
Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
What Issues Hold the Most Weight for the Upcoming Election? Redfin Survey Finds Out. ecatalano. Mon, 11/07/2022 - 11:16. Housing affordability is at the top of buyers’ minds as the election draws near. According to a Redfin survey of 2,000 U.S. residents, housing affordability is one of the major issues that are crucial to this year’s election, followed closely by crime and safety statistics, local abortion laws and LGBTQ protections.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Skanska is working on several other significant infrastructure projects in the region, in addition to the Williamsburg Bridge rehab. .
Contractor Magazine
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
State-of-the-art technology leads to productivity and energy-efficiency gains.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Six projects rise to the top of this year's competition.
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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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