Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 14, 2021

Why Virtualization is Now the Biggest Trend in AEC. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:45. In a COVID-19 world, owners and executives understand the importance of a strong business continuity plan more than ever. Ensuring that an in-office environment can be virtualized and extended for remote workers is paramount in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry, and firms must have the capability to support some to all their employees in this nontraditional setting.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 14, 2021

Fewer Kitchen Remodels Include Open Floor Plans, Reports Houzz. cbroderick. Thu, 01/14/2021 - 10:23. After the pandemic revealed the impractical side of many popular design trends, professionals and homeowners are making some changes this year. The flaws of open floor plans became clear as more homes became offices, classrooms, and daycare. Going into 2021, fewer homeowners and remodelers are opening up their kitchens to other spaces, according to Houzz’s recent survey.

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Construction Equipment

JANUARY 14, 2021

Skydio, a U.S.-based drone manufacturer, is working to bring about “the age of AI driven autonomy” in the drone segment. With this idea drones are no longer powered by manual operations, but are defined by software and AI with native obstacle avoidance.

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BD+C

JANUARY 14, 2021

Environmental and planning groups have petitioned the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to update flood maps , set tougher standards for floodplain construction, and prepare for climate change.

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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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Construction Equipment

JANUARY 14, 2021

A recent study from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) revealed that neck gaiters are as effective or in some cases even more effective than cloth or surgical masks in preventing transmission of aerosol particles that may…

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Construction Equipment

JANUARY 14, 2021

Komatsu has begun the closure of its manufacturing plant in Bluefield, Virginia, according to a report from WVNS-TV. The television station also reported that Bluefield mayor Donnie Lynkous was not told of the closure. "None of us, nobody, has any idea whatsoever," Lynkous told the station.

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BD+C

JANUARY 14, 2021

Leaders in sustainable real estate know how to optimize energy. The LEED rating system was built upon the premise that the polluting impact of energy consumption is the priority in making a greener building. In fact, total end-use energy consumption by the residential and commercial sectors was about 21 quadrillion British thermal units (Btu) in 2019, which equals 28% of total U.S. end-use energy consumption in that year ( source ).

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 14, 2021

The Off-Site Versus On-Site Construction Debate. cbroderick. Thu, 01/14/2021 - 10:39. Advocates for building homes off-site in a factory and an on-site builder present their cases for why their approaches are best for maximizing efficiency in this week's installment of The Weekly. Senior Editor Mike Beirne reflects on Pro Builder’ s Builder of the Year True Homes reasoning with sticking to on-site construction, along with why investment banker Margaret Whelan and Gerry McCaughey, CEO of off-site

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BD+C

JANUARY 14, 2021

This week on The Weekly show, BD+C editors speak with AEC industry leaders about: . • Innovations in Passive House design and construction. • The challenges of building a design team and opening a new design studio during a pandemic. . . Thanks to our episode sponsor: Life of an Architect podcast .

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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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Business Facilities

JANUARY 14, 2021

Butterball will invest $4.7 million in Ozark and create 160 jobs there, and invest $4 million in Huntsville where it will create 200 new jobs. - Read: Butterball To Invest Total $8.7M In Two Arkansas Facilities at BusinessFacilities.com.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 14, 2021

The $8.9B award, combined with 1.7 GW of offshore projects already underway, will move state closer to goal of renewables supplying 70% of power needs by 2030.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 14, 2021

Why Did Mortgage Rates Rise Last Week? cbroderick. Thu, 01/14/2021 - 10:27. The recent uptick in mortgage rates come as a result of the senate runoff elections in Georgia last week, says Zillow. The close race in Georgia came as a surprise to investors and caused Treasury yields to rise to their highest levels since the spring. This increase pushed mortgage rates up, and it remains unclear if these rates will continue to go up or slow back down. .

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 14, 2021

Last year's protests over George Floyd's death hit home to project team members building this mueum recognizing racial injustice.

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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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Pro Builder

JANUARY 14, 2021

Top Metros With the Best Work-Life Balance. cbroderick. Thu, 01/14/2021 - 10:36. Knowing a metro topped the list for best work-life balance can be a selling point for buyers. The pandemic caused Americans to reevaluate their lives, including spending time with family and having more time to relax and enjoy life. SmartAsset analyzed the walk score, arts, entertainment and recreation establishments, restaurants, housing costs, average weeks per year, and more to identify the top cities with the be

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 14, 2021

Combined with 1.7 gigawatts of offshore energy development projects already underway, the new facilities will put the state on track toward its goal of having renewable energy supply 70 % of its electricity needs by 2030.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 14, 2021

Now Open: 2021 Housing Giants Survey. cbroderick. Thu, 01/14/2021 - 10:48. For more than four decades, Pro Builder magazine has ranked the industry's largest home builders by home building revenue and closings. The Housing Giants entry form below requires your company information for the calendar year 2020, or your latest fiscal year. Deadline for the Housing Giants Survey is March 1, 2021. .

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 14, 2021

The contract is just the beginning of the program, which will include transmission and distribution upgrades and new generation.

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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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Natural Building

JANUARY 14, 2021

The St Michael and All Angels Anglican Church in Clyde, New Zealand was built in 1877 with schist stone. It was the focus for the local community for nearly 150 years until falling numbers made it uneconomical to run and it was put up for sale. The property has a Historic Place heritage listing. People have various suggestions for the church, including becoming a home or an art gallery.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 14, 2021

What Is Cedar Wood? Cedar is a very durable wood. It lasts long for decades. Cedar woods have a natural resistance to deterioration. The natural preservatives present in it makes it durable than other wood types. The cedar wood can even last long in a place with a very harsh climate. The open cell structure in cedarwood makes it less dense than most other softwoods.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 14, 2021

The company says the project would create 40,000 construction jobs and 1,000 permanent jobs.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 14, 2021

How a single platform for online help will provide a connected user experience to mirror our ViewpointOne suite of connected construction solutions.

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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

JANUARY 14, 2021

Bids due in spring for fixed-span bridge on NE corridor line, with contract award set for fall.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 14, 2021

Coalition includes construction, labor, transportation organizations—plus environmental, clean-energy groups.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 14, 2021

As millions of design and construction professionals work remotely, opportunities for cyber crime increase exponentially.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 14, 2021

About 28 workers tested positive on another troubled transportation P3.

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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

JANUARY 14, 2021

Officials finalize $766.5-million federal grant for major piece of Gateway Program.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 14, 2021

The city is managing several large civic and infrastructure projects that will enhance its traditional downtown area.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 14, 2021

Former state officials' charges range from misdemeanor willful neglect to felony involuntary homicide.

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