Job Order Contracting
MAY 22, 2017
Six Key Job Order Contract Features Assure Success for real property owners, contractors, and oversight groups. Six Key Job Order Contract Features Assure Success. Monitoring: This includes initial joint site visits, regular site inspections, the use of key performance indicators and JOC specific software, as well as independent JOC Program audits.
Construction Equipment
MAY 22, 2017
The trend toward automated transmissions continues in all segments of trucking, including construction, Mack Trucks excutives said this week at a press conference in Charlestown, S.C., and two fleet owners explained that ease of operation and improved fuel economy are among the reasons.
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Job Order Contracting
MAY 22, 2017
What is a Good JOC Program ? A Good JOC Program is … ? proactive, ? a team effort , ? based on mutual trust/respect and shared risk/reward, ? money well spent, ? an effective method of reducing the life-cycle cost of a building and/or built structure, ? in the best interest of taxpayers, ? complementary to organization objectives, & ? financially transparent.
BD+C
MAY 22, 2017
Several years ago, my brother worked for a high-profile tech firm in the Bay Area. When I visited him at work, I was blown away at the variety of amenities and “green space” he had access to as an employee. I commented on it, and he went on to explain that this was normal for his line of work. That got me thinking, and after a little research, I discovered the online technology industry was on the forefront of workplace design, and in a way, on education design as well.
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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 Equipment
MAY 22, 2017
Last Friday, May 19, the District of Columbia circuit court agreed with John A. Taylor's assertion that the FAA does not have the statuary authority to issue the 2015 Registration Rule in which owners of small unmanned aircraft operated for recreational purposes must register their equipment with the FAA.
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Construction Equipment
MAY 22, 2017
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is again pushing back implementation of its minimum training standards rule for entry-level commercial drivers.
BD+C
MAY 22, 2017
In Ray Bradbury’s classic time travel short story “A Sound of Thunder” a metal path floats six inches above the earth to keep all of the visitors to the past from disturbing the environment and altering the future. For anyone who has read the story, you know how important the path is and how devastating the consequences of straying from it can be.
Construction Equipment
MAY 22, 2017
The value of new construction starts in April dropped 13 percent from the previous month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $647.8 billion, according to Dodge Data & Analytics. The decline followed three straight months of gains, which saw total construction activity rising 20 percent from the lackluster amount reported back in December.
BD+C
MAY 22, 2017
New York officials credit a first-quarter surge in residential unit permits in the first quarter to a property tax-break program for developers. Along with a strong economy, the Affordable New York initiative helped triple New York City’s residential permits compared with the same period in 2016. The permits account for 6,343 units, which is the largest number since 2007.
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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.
Construction Marketing Ideas
MAY 22, 2017
I’m supposed to know about the best blogs in the architectural, engineering and construction community. And I really should know about AEC blogs based in North Carolina, especially at organizations I’ve visited personally. (We’ve published North Carolina Construction News for more than a decade.) So it’s embarrassing that I only discovered the Raleigh-based PSMJ Resources, […].
BD+C
MAY 22, 2017
Although the number of construction jobs rose last month to the highest level in the past decade, a shortage of qualified workers likely limited the number of new jobs, according to the Associated General Contractors of America.
Business Facilities
MAY 22, 2017
The engineering, technology-based manufacturer of innovative lighting solutions will expand its workforce by more than 100 employees. Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions. Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions - The Source For Corporate Site Selectors.
ENR Construction
MAY 22, 2017
Efforts are underway in Louisiana to determine the possible impacts and new requirements for highway infrastructure that may result should the use of connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) grow.
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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?
Business Facilities
MAY 22, 2017
California-based EasyDial is investing more than $21 million to build a new production facility in Chesterton, IN, creating up to 96 new jobs. Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions. Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions - The Source For Corporate Site Selectors.
Contractor Magazine
MAY 22, 2017
This week, the product gallery is all about mini-splits, featuring a heat pump with a two-step cooling system, a ductless mini-split with silent mode, a system with variable refrigerant flow technology, residential systems with small footprints, a wall-mount indoor system and a line of ductless mini-splits with air purification technology. read more.
ProcurementExpress.com
MAY 22, 2017
There is never really a 100 percent guarantee that your projects will run smoothly. Construction businesses build reputations around their ability to create strong, reliable structures that stand the test of time. Because of this very important distinct fact, precautions and all the involved factors need to be taken into account before planning your project.
Business Facilities
MAY 22, 2017
Joplin Regional Partnership, representing seven counties in SW Missouri, SE Kansas and NE Oklahoma, works to ensure the success of business locations. The region has a quality labor force, available buildings and sites and an efficient transportation network. Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions. Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions - The Source For Corporate Site Selectors.
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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.
Construction Cost Estimating
MAY 22, 2017
This construction video is recorded on design loads. Design loads are essential while designing any building or civil structure. One can learn types of design loads and it’s various categories. You will also be familiar with dead loads values with adherence to the IS code 875-1987 part-1. In architecture and engineering term, design load stands for the highest amount of stress that a structure has to withstand.
Construction Equipment
MAY 22, 2017
Deere released its second quarter earnings for this year and the outlook is good.
Contractor Magazine
MAY 22, 2017
A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE:AOS) today announced that Kevin J. Wheeler has been named president and chief operating officer. read more.
ENR Construction
MAY 22, 2017
Overall Spending Expected to Fall 8% This Year, But It Will Remain Well Above 2014 and 2015 Levels.
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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!
ENR Construction
MAY 22, 2017
Judge's ruling could add delays to existing financial risks on planned $5.6-billion light rail project in DC suburbs.
ENR Construction
MAY 22, 2017
News briefs about projects and other construction-related activity in Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico.
ENR Construction
MAY 22, 2017
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