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State of the Construction Industry: March Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

We know contractors are always looking for ways to gain a competitive edge. To do so, they’re adopting new technology , trying out BIM , and exploring integrated software solutions. At Viewpoint, we work with contractors every day to help them find the best solutions for their organizations and we know these professionals are committed to improvement.

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The benefits of well-designed spaces in today's public workplace

BD+C

In the past, obtaining — or being offered — one’s own office meant that a milestone had been reached. The individual in question had proven their worth, in a sense, or reached a professional level that meant a private office was a tangible marker of success. The most fortunate employees were able to work in a space with a window and, if they were lucky or well-established at the executive level, a pleasant view, which they could show off to clients, or simply appreciate while moving through day-

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State of the Construction Industry: March 2018 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

To get ahead, it’s also important for contractors to keep up with what’s going on throughout the construction industry.

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Trench and excavation fatalities rise, regulators prioritize safety

Construction Dive

The average number of fatalities for these types of hazards in 2016 was twice that of the previous five years.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

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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A former nightclub becomes the Las Vegas Strip’s first dedicated Esports arena

BD+C

Esports Arena Las Vegas officially opened on March 26 at the Luxor Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. The 30,000 sf, multi-level arena is the first dedicated Esports Arena on the Las Vegas Strip.

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Energy Department approves construction of $6.5B uranium processing facility

Construction Dive

This project, the largest in Tennessee history, will replace a World War II-era plant with safer and more efficient buildings.

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Game On! Final Docs Signed for Raiders' LV Stadium

Construction Equipment

The Las Vegas Stadium Authority Chairman Steve Hill and Raiders President Marc Badain signed lease and development agreements to build a $1.8 billion, 65,000-seat stadium on Wednesday. “Let’s build a stadium,” Hill said after shaking Badain’s hand.

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Contractors have paid $5.2 billion for failing local resident employee mandate on Detroit arena

BD+C

Contractors working on the $863 million Little Caesars Arena in Detroit have paid $5.2 million in fines to the city for failing to meet the local worker requirement. Contractors fell short of the mandate requiring at least 51% of workers on the new hockey arena be Detroit residents. Of nearly 3 million hours worked on the project, Detroit residents worked just 25% of the total.

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DOE Gives Go-Ahead for Y-12 Uranium Processing Facility

Construction Equipment

The Department of Energy's deputy energy secretary Dan Brouillette has approved the cost and construction of the Main Process Building (MPB), Salvage & Accountability Building (SAB), and Process Support Facilities (PSF) subprojects at the Y-12 National Security Complex uranium processing facility (UPF).

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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.

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Contractors get “future-proof” with QSC

Contractor Magazine

Plumbing and HVACR service and repair contractors headed to Savannah, Georgia, March 6-8 for three days of networking and sharing on topics such as building business value and marketing in today’s marketplace.

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ARTBA Petitions USDOT to Repeal Antiquated Finance Rule

Construction Equipment

Road and bridge construction has become a technology-rich industry but a rule created while President Woodrow Wilson was in office stands in the way of using 21st technology products to get the best results.

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Maine board approves $512M Portland hospital expansion

Construction Dive

The construction is partly in response to demand from rural residents, facing closures of local facilities, who will travel hours to major hospitals.

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Final Docs Signed for Raiders' LV Stadium

Construction Equipment

The Las Vegas Stadium Authority Chairman Steve Hill and Raiders President Marc Badain signed lease and development agreements to build a $1.8 billion, 65,000-seat stadium on Wednesday. “Let’s build a stadium,” Hill said after shaking Badain’s hand.

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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?

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Washington reveals 'smart' features of $2B Seattle tunnel

Construction Dive

The tunnel's systems aim to ensure the safety of motorists and to keep traffic flowing.

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Contractors have paid $5.2 million for failing local resident employee mandate on Detroit arena

BD+C

Contractors working on the $863 million Little Caesars Arena in Detroit have paid $5.2 million in fines to the city for failing to meet the local worker requirement. Contractors fell short of the mandate requiring at least 51% of workers on the new hockey arena be Detroit residents. Of nearly 3 million hours worked on the project, Detroit residents worked just 25% of the total.

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Viega Announces Major Expansion At Kansas Campus

Business Facilities

The construction and plumbing industry supplier is building a new ProPress® Copper manufacturing facility, and planning a new master distribution center at its in McPherson, KS campus. - Read: Viega Announces Major Expansion At Kansas Campus at BusinessFacilities.com.

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AIA and the University of Minnesota partner to develop 'Guides for Equitable Practice'

BD+C

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the University of Minnesota announced the signing of an agreement to develop “Guides for Equitable Practice.” .

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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.

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Trench and excavation fatalities rise, safety prioritized

Construction Dive

The average number of fatalities for these types of hazards in 2016 was twice that of the previous five years.

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Baysanto: European Union Clears Bayer/Monsanto Merger

Green Industry Professionals

The mega-merger between the seeds/pesticides giants follows those of ChemChina and Syngenta, and Dow and DuPont.

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A&G Piping achieves safety success with help from upgraded program

Contractor Magazine

In the construction industry, safety is synonymous with efficiency.

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Higher H-2B Visa Quota Could Be Too Little Too Late

Green Industry Professionals

Congress increased the quota, but without quick approval from overwhelmed agencies, landscapers could still be in trouble.

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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!

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Robust Renewable Energy Job Market Continues to Thrive

ENR Construction

Despite setbacks, the renewable energy industry continues to grow as does the demand for qualified engineers to work in the field.

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Landscaping Company Crushes Septic Tank Cover

Green Industry Professionals

The family discovered that a large falling tree trunk crushed the cover to their septic tank during landscaping services.

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On-call Construction versus Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting

(Source: mrsc.org, repost, 2012, Capita, John On-Call Constracts Not Kosher). On-Call Contracts Not Kosher. Over the past two to three years, there has been much interest and discussion about on-call contracts by local agencies, mostly related to prevailing wages for these types of contracts. Recently, the State Auditor’s Office (SAO) has determined that, because on-call contracts are not specifically authorized in state law, local agencies may not use them.

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PPE for Industrial Safety

Safety Services Company

PPE for Industrial Safety . Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of PPE for industrial safety. Whether you're an experienced professional, or new on the job, today we're going to offer something for everyone! PPE Types. What is PPE? PPE means “personal protective equipment.” It refers to what you wear to protect against a hazard.

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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!

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Job Order Contract Construction Services Scope of Work

Job Order Contracting

Many things go into a Job Order Contract Construction Services Scope of Work. The following outline, provided for general information only, highlights just a few of the many aspects to be considered. Each Scope of Work for Job Order Contract Construction Services will vary base upon several factors… Owner-manged or cooperative Job Order Contract.

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