Mon.Mar 19, 2018

article thumbnail

Methods to Rectify Over Leaned Buildings and Structures

The Constructor

There are number of factors that cause the structure to excessively lean or settle. For example, liquefaction of soil beneath the foundation after.

article thumbnail

Connect with Viewpoint at the 2018 MCAA Convention

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is holding its annual convention, MCAA 2018 March 25-29 in San Antonio, Texas. This is one of the most important conferences for mechanical contractors, and we’re inviting attendees to stop by and visit Viewpoint during the show. You can find us (booth #10) at the Manufacturer/Supplier Council Exhibit in the Nelson Wolff room from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 27th.

Viewpoint 162
professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Types of Underground Drainage Pipes

The Constructor

Different types of pipes are used for underground drains construction. The properties of these pipes and type of drainage required decides the.

article thumbnail

The labor shortage: How military veterans can help fill the gap

Construction Dive

Construction company officials and advocates say their intense loyalty, dedication and teamwork make veterans inherently good employees.

article thumbnail

Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

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.

article thumbnail

A cost guide to office fit-outs provides comparisons for 59 markets

BD+C

A new report on office fit-out costs in North America sets out to establish a range of benchmarks for three different office styles, and to suggest what businesses favor which style. JLL’s project and development services group, which produced the report, used data from more than 2,800 JLL-managed project budgets for over 100 clients from 17 industries in 59 markets throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Office 94

More Trending

article thumbnail

Movers + Shapers: Tech takeover

BD+C

The developer Sterling Bay has proposed adding a combined 1.7 million sf of office space within Chicago’s West Loop by replacing several surface parking lots with three office towers ranging from 19 to 21 stories, along with a nine-story building with retail and an eight-screen movie theater.

Retail 81
article thumbnail

Clark Construction files $5M lawsuit against architect of DC's 'The Wharf'

Construction Dive

The general contractor is alleging that architect Perkins Eastman's design documents for the project contained major errors and omissions.

DC 80
article thumbnail

Pot of Gold Finally Found - by Construction Workers

Construction Equipment

Two construction utility workers doing excavation work to lay water pipes in Hoef and Haag, Netherlands, dug up a medieval cooking pot that contained 12 gold and 462 silver coins, thought to date back to the 1400's. The men were doing work for Oasen NV , a water distribution utility company, which is building the water distribution network for a new village near the city of Hagestein that will eventually house 21,000 people.

NV 68
article thumbnail

Report: Caught-in, caught-between construction deaths rising

Construction Dive

Construction had the most caught-in and caught-between fatalities of any major industry, with older workers being the most at risk.

article thumbnail

The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

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?

article thumbnail

Texas: Gartner Inc. Expands in Irving, Adds 800 New Jobs

Business Facilities

A $3.9-million Texas Enterprise Fund grant sealed the deal for a $12-million expansion by the research and advisory firm. - Read: Texas: Gartner Inc. Expands in Irving, Adds 800 New Jobs at BusinessFacilities.com.

Texas 70
article thumbnail

The new office has roots in retail

BD+C

Think of the last store that wowed you. The things you loved about it, whether you realize it or not, stem from deep brand authenticity, engaging spaces and a seamless education on the space and its products. In our workplace practice, CallisonRTKL’s roots in retail have inspired our workplace design and have put us in a unique position to apply these ideas to our office projects.

Retail 68
article thumbnail

Location Spotlight: Cape Coral – A Strategic Location

Business Facilities

Ranked among the best places to live and do business, and located in the tax-friendly state of Florida, Cape Coral is a top contender for corporate relocations and business expansions for companies worldwide. - Read: Location Spotlight: Cape Coral – A Strategic Location at BusinessFacilities.com.

Florida 69
article thumbnail

New York’s only freestanding pediatric health facility completed on the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus

BD+C

The $270 million John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital in Buffalo is a new 410,000 sf, 185-bed facility that is the regional perinatal center and ACS Level 1 pediatric trauma center. The Shepley Bulfinch-designed facility, which is the first freestanding pediatric health facility in New York, includes a 64-bed private room neonatal intensive care unit, labor and delivery unit, joint pediatric hematology/oncology unit, and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services.

article thumbnail

Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

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.

article thumbnail

Sofidel Investing $360M In Oklahoma

Business Facilities

The global tissue production group will employ 300 full-time workers at its new greenfield plant in Inola, OK when it is fully operational in 2020. - Read: Sofidel Investing $360M In Oklahoma at BusinessFacilities.com.

article thumbnail

10 Detroit Demolition Contractors Waiting for $8.7 Million

Construction Equipment

The Detroit Free Press reports demolition contractors who have been clearing the city of its blighted and abandon buildings have been waiting months to get paid, a particular hardship because the city has made it a point to use small and minority owned businesses for the massive program, estimated to clear up to 40,000 structures.

Detroit 52
article thumbnail

Utah DOT plans $275M spend to convert highway into 6-lane freeway

Construction Dive

One group is already threatening a lawsuit to stop the project, citing poor planning by the department.

Plans 61
article thumbnail

Persistent Workforce Shortages Challenge Commercial Construction Industry

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The Q1 2018 USG Corporation + U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index reveals nearly two-thirds of contractors are highly confident that demand for commercial construction will increase over the next year, however, continued concerns around labor shortages have put even greater pressure on the industry. To increase jobsite efficiency and improve labor productivity, increasingly more builders are turning to alternative construction solutions, like prefabrication and modularization.

article thumbnail

The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

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!

article thumbnail

Javits Center Expansion Aims to Defy Conventions

ENR Construction

A design-build approach helps the team tackle challenges on the $1.2-billion project—like digging on top of the Lincoln Tunnel.

Design 57
article thumbnail

Civil Engineering: Conventional and Objective Type (2018-19 Session) – An exclusive e-book for civil engineering students

Construction Cost Estimating

Civil Engineering: Conventional and Objective Type (2018-19 Session) is an exclusive e-book written by R.S.Khurmi and J.K. Gupta. The book is available in paperback format. The book comprises of 724 pages as well as near about 4800 topic-wise solved and unsolved questions. The book is considered as a very good resource for undergraduate students of Civil Engineering as they can use the book as reference guide for preparing them for different types of competitive examinations like GATE, UPSC, IAS

article thumbnail

National Landscaping Competition Draws Hundreds

Green Industry Professionals

The National Association of Landscape Professionals held a competition for college students to test lawn-and-garden know-how.

article thumbnail

PM Software Maker InEight Nets Collab Platform TeamBinder

ENR Construction

Construction project management software vendor InEight signed a deal on March 18 to purchase assets of QA Software, Melbourne, Australia, including TeamBinder, its flagship, cloud-based document management and collaboration system for engineering and construction.

article thumbnail

Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

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!

article thumbnail

Whispering is the Name, Quiet is Not the Game

Green Industry Professionals

Residents near Whispering Pine Landscape Supply Yard say the business is ruining their quality of life.

49
article thumbnail

ABC's Construction Backlog Indicator hits a new high: 2018 poised to be a very strong year for construction spending

BD+C

Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) today reported that its .

ABC 60
article thumbnail

A Bittersweet Goodbye and a Welcoming Hello

Green Industry Professionals

The retirement of SoundOff's previous vice president and general manager opened a door for Bill Wakefield.

article thumbnail

NJDOT: It's Transition Time in Transportation

ENR Construction

With infrastructure a hot issue, a big management shift and $615 million in top project starts, ENR New York's Owner of the Year is worth watching.

article thumbnail

Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

article thumbnail

The Green Industry & Equipment Expo Is Already Setting Records in 2018

Green Industry Professionals

GIE+EXPO management predicts another record year and the largest show floor ever to showcase new products.

article thumbnail

Development Revitalizes the Chicago River

ENR Construction

As Chicago’s attitude toward its river changes, Riverside Investment and Development has made living and working near it easier.

Chicago 31
article thumbnail

Commerce Posts Procedures for Excluding Tariffed Products

Construction Equipment

Companies looking to bypass the Trump tariffs on steel and aluminum now have a limited opportunity to request exclusions for metal products used in their industry.