Lets Build
JANUARY 7, 2021
Construction is one of the biggest sectors in the world in terms of value, but maybe even bigger in terms of its impact on our lives. We live and work in buildings, and the output of this industry surrounds us at almost all times. Very few can deny, though, that 2020 has been a year full of challenges not only for construction but for the entire world.
A David Creation
JANUARY 7, 2021
Ready to get nerdy? Trust me. It’s worth it. Kicking off a new year is an IDEAL time to get a bit more organized! I took a week off of work to spend time with my family during the holidays, and I found myself staying home and doing some of my own organizational projects. I even did some painting. I had my kids go through their rooms too and clean out the things they aren’t using anymore.
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Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 7, 2021
The Tools Leading Contractors Say Their Field Teams Can't Live Without. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 01/07/2021 - 15:39. Does your jobsite crew have all of the tools it needs to not only complete the project, but complete the project the right way? Here's what 3 contractors said their teams rely on to get things done.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 7, 2021
A look at why more and more construction companies are working to improve diversity and inclusion and advice from those leading the charge.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 7, 2021
How Good Construction Projects Go Bad. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 01/07/2021 - 17:16. Most projects don’t start off bad. They begin with the best of intentions, but lack the nurturing, caring and planning necessary to be successful. There are also those projects that take a dark turn, but their trajectory provides a false sense of security to management.
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Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 7, 2021
6 Tips for Proper Winter Storage of Your Compact Excavator. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 01/07/2021 - 16:36. Before you put your construction equipment into storage for the winter, make sure to do the preventive maintenance and repairs that will ensure it's up and running when the busy season begins again.
The Constructor
JANUARY 7, 2021
Technology in construction has received a strong push after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The industry that was once considered a laggard in.
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 7, 2021
7 Steps to Improve Your Decision-Making Skills. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 01/07/2021 - 16:12. Having trouble deciding what tasks or responsibilities should be divided between you and your management team? Get a few best practices for determining who makes decisions and improving the outcome.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 7, 2021
Photos from The Boring Co. Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) Loop’s construction sites reveal that asphalt has been laid outside the terminal entrances of each station.
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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.
Business Facilities
JANUARY 7, 2021
The material handling systems company will create 250 new jobs as it expands its advanced manufacturing operations in Fort Smith, AR. - Read: Hytrol Investing More Than $20M In Arkansas Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 7, 2021
Decisiv is working with Navistar to provide connectivity to 30,000 fleet users of its Service Relationship Management (SRM) products to all International Truck and IC Bus dealer locations across North America.
Pro Builder
JANUARY 7, 2021
NAHB Partners With Pro Builder/SGC Horizon. mbeirne. Thu, 01/07/2021 - 17:06. The partnership takes advantage of the rich resources of both organizations, ensuring an extended reach for NAHB's important advocacy efforts. Chuck Fowke, 2021 NAHB chairman. This January 2021 issue of Pro Builder marks the beginning of an ambitious new partnership between the National Association of Home Builders and SGC Horizon , publisher of this and other top housing industry brands.
BD+C
JANUARY 7, 2021
Laborers who worked on some of Virginia’s major construction projects in recent years have sued subcontractors that employed them, charging wage theft in two federal lawsuits.
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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?
Pro Builder
JANUARY 7, 2021
Jim Nostedt on How High Performance Can Beat ?Code-Built Homes on Price. mbeirne. Thu, 01/07/2021 - 15:19. SEEFAR's Jim Nostedt shares how an appraisal/analysis called Total Cost of Building Ownership reveals the true cost of building and operating a sustainable building. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor. Jim Nostedt. President. SEEFAR Building Analytics.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 7, 2021
Power generation manufacturer CK Power has acquired Terramac, maker of rubber track crawler carriers. The acquisition will allow CK Power to expand their equipment offerings and capabilities with Terramac carriers in North America while growing their footprint in various energy markets.
BD+C
JANUARY 7, 2021
This week on The Weekly show, BD+C editors spoke with leaders from James McHugh Construction and STV Inc. about: . • The role of preconstruction in creating successful multifamily housing and other building projects. • Leadership strategies during down markets and STV's growth strategies for 2021 and beyond. . . Thanks to our episode sponsor: Life of an Architect podcast .
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 7, 2021
Whether bad, good, or a nebulous combination of the two, our world is changing rapidly and permanently.
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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
JANUARY 7, 2021
STORM Act becomes law, authorizing FEMA to grant money to states for resilience revolving loan funds but $200-million appropriation to fund it doesn't start until 2022.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JANUARY 7, 2021
Most contractors expect demand for many types of construction to shrink in 2021 even as the pandemic is prompting many owners to delay or cancel already-planned projects, meaning few firms will hire new workers, according to survey results released by the Associated General Contractors of America and Sage Construction and Real Estate. The findings are detailed in The Pandemic’s Growing Impacts on the Construction Industry: The 2021 Construction Hiring and Business Outlook Report.
ENR Construction
JANUARY 7, 2021
After the previous day’s unprecedented riots, workers beefed up temporary fencing around the U.S. Capitol Complex Jan. 7.
Pro Builder
JANUARY 7, 2021
Brian Sayre. Brian Sayre is a senior associate with Shadow Ventures , working to secure investments in built environment tech and lead research in several built-environment growth sectors, including industrial construction. Email: bsayre@shadow.vc. mbeirne. Thu, 01/07/2021 - 15:09.
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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!
CivilJungle
JANUARY 7, 2021
What Is Shotcrete? Shotcrete/mortar/spray-concrete is a kind of refined concrete drizzled by gas hose-pipe nozzle at high pressure & velocity on a projectile motion on a prepared wall surface. It is strengthened by conventional steel rods, steel mesh or fibres. It is often utilised in tunnels, underground walls, retaining walls, drainage systems & swimming pools for interim support.
Pro Builder
JANUARY 7, 2021
Chuck Fowke. John “Chuck” Fowke, a Tampa, Fla.-based custom home builder with 40 years of experience in the home building industry, is the National Association of Home Builders ' 2021 Chairman of the Board. Fowke has been active in the NAHB leadership structure at the local, state, and national levels throughout his career. ibush. Thu, 01/07/2021 - 16:48.
ENR Construction
JANUARY 7, 2021
AGC survey of 1,300 member firms shows most contractors expect demand for new construction to fall in 2021.
Pro Builder
JANUARY 7, 2021
Last Chance to Snag ISBx Discounts. cbroderick. Thu, 01/07/2021 - 10:10. The now-virtual International Builders Show will close its early registration window this Friday. IBSx will continue to offer educational, exhibitor, and networking opportunities despite its virtual format, says the National Association of Home Builders. By registering before Friday, attendees will save $50.
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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!
ENR Construction
JANUARY 7, 2021
Epic Bechtel project to vitrify DOE Hanford site toxics into glass logs moves plant focused on volume of less-contaminated waste to next phases.
Pro Builder
JANUARY 7, 2021
Will Sellers Still Have the Upper Hand This Year? cbroderick. Thu, 01/07/2021 - 10:30. Listing inventory remains low and prices continue to rise, giving sellers advantage over buyers. With little choices, sellers have been seeing their homes fly off the market in mere weeks—or days in some markets—at their desired price points, or even higher. According to HousingWire, there remains little chance for a full-on buyer’s housing market this year.
ENR Construction
JANUARY 7, 2021
If there was ever a year when you could overlook the visual drama of construction, 2020 was it.
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