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How to Offset Construction Staffing Challenges

Construction Business Owner

How to Offset Construction Staffing Challenges. By the end of 2025, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will have created 461,000 new construction jobs. mhodges. Thu, 07/28/2022 - 10:51. Construction firms, general contractors and subcontractors are already grappling with labor shortages across the trades, material shortages and supply chain delays.

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Mycelium as a Construction Material

The Constructor

Mycelium is a natural fungi material that has been explored as a potential construction material in recent years. It is a fast-growing matrix that has the capability to act as a natural glue. Mycelium composites have been promoted in response to the need for alternate construction materials with less environmental footprint. It is experiencing an […].

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JOC Programs that make sense.

Job Order Contracting

JOC Programs that make sense deliver comprehensive, integrated robust processes, professional services, and enabling software solutions to enable public sector facilities management teams to more efficient mange building and other structure in concert with mission goals. Robust programmatic process for all repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects. 4BT (Four BT LLC) JOC and physical asset life-cycle management expertise and technical capabilities are embodied in its 4BT-PEP

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What is Oxicrete in Construction?

The Constructor

Oxicrete is an acid system applied to cement surfaces like dam structures, polymer-modified screeds, and mortars to oxidize them and provide a stone-like or rusty iron appearance. The thickness of the coating ranges from 3-6 mm and provides a smooth matte finish. Oxicrete is an ideal option to transform old concrete surfaces. Also, it is […]. The post What is Oxicrete in Construction?

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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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Virginia Leads States In Tech Talent Pipeline, Cybersecurity Rankings?

Business Facilities

Virginia once again earned top spots for both Tech Talent Pipeline and Cybersecurity in Business Facilities' 18th Annual Rankings Report.

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New York, San Francisco Top Fintech, Crypto Leaders Rankings

Business Facilities

New York City leads the pack in Fintech, San Francisco is the Crypto Market Leader, and Morgantown, WV tops new Metros For Movers list in Business Facilities’ 18th Annual Rankings Report.

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Senate Deal Breaks Logjam on Billions for Decarbonization and Energy Infrastructure

ENR Construction

Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) reached a deal late on July 27 on a bill they say will infuse billions of dollars in energy infrastructure projects and cut U.S. carbon emissions by 40% over the next decade, if it enacted into law.

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Texas, Michigan, California Top Industry Rankings

Business Facilities

Texas, Michigan, California have each nabbed top industry rankings in Business Facilities' 18th Annual Rankings Report.

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Senate Approves WRDA Measure With $34B for 30 Army Corps Projects

ENR Construction

The bill, the 2022 Water Resources Development Act, or WRDA, which breezed through the Senate on July 28 on an overwhelming 93-1 vote, next would go to the House for final congressional approval.

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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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LiveXchange Emerging Industries Announces Keynote Speaker

Business Facilities

Noted journalist, urbanist, and futurist Greg Lindsay will be the keynote speaker at LiveXchange Emerging Industries' inaugural event in Orlando, FL.

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Construction's Branding Problem Can be Solved With a Technology Focus

ENR Construction

Telling high school students, and younger workers interested in a change in career, about the technology opportunities on today's connected construction projects could help solve the labor shortage.

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Georgia Vs Red Wing Boots: Which Brand to Choose?

Work Gearz

If you’ve decided to acquire your first pair of work boots, or looking to replace an old pair, among the many brands respected for manufacturing quality work boots , the names of Georgia Boots and Red Wing Boots will appear.  If you’ve already owned one or both of these brands, you may be considering repurchasing or you may just want to consider one of these two manufacturers because you’ve heard or read good things.

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HNTB Designing $770M Des Moines International Airport Terminal

ENR Construction

The airport aims to have more gates in place to meet a projected increase in demand by 2032.

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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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Overcoming Construction Labor Shortages to Grow Your Business

Levelset

Construction is booming, so more workers are needed to help meet the industry’s high labor demands. Yet many construction companies struggle to find and retain a top-notch labor force. The construction labor shortage and escalating inflation are causing stress and working capital difficulties for specialty contractors. Many factors contribute to this labor deficit, including a lack of training programs for specialized trades and an aging workforce.

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Share of New Home Sales Financed Through FHA Loans Falls to 14-Year Low

Pro Builder

Share of New Home Sales Financed Through FHA Loans Falls to 14-Year Low. ldeakins. Thu, 07/28/2022 - 10:22. Over the last four quarters, the share of new home sales financed with conventional loans has climbed by 4.3 percentage points, while FHA’s market share has dropped 6.2 percentage points. The most recent Quarterly Sales by Price and Financing published by the U.S.

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Appeals Court Construes Massachusetts Prompt Payment Act for First Time, Requiring Strict Compliance

Constructlaw

Tocci Bldg. Corp. v. IRIV Partners, LLC , 101 Mass. App. Ct. 133 (2022). For the first time, the Appeals Court of Massachusetts has construed the Massachusetts Prompt Payment Act (the statute), requiring strict compliance on the part of owners and contractors who wish to withhold payments from contractors or subcontractors. In Tocci Building Corporation v.

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Types of Door | Functions of Door and Importance of Doors

Learn Civil Engineering

Doors are an essential component of structures. They always allow for the entry and departure of people. Other than security purposes, doors are one of a home’s most important components. They also make the house look better from the outside. People choose door style according to the interior and exterior of a home. A door […].

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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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Building with Cob

Natural Building

In this video Bryce explains the benefits and challenges of building with cob. Bryce teaches natural building and cob workshops in person and online. He has been building naturally for many years. Through a gathered awareness of self, ecology, and arcology (architecture + ecology), he has built and worked on several structures using locally sourced materials in raw, natural forms.

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India Engineer-Contractor Giant Takes Steps Down Greener Path

ENR Construction

Third on the Top 200 Environmental Firms list, Larsen & Toubro sees good business in aiding developing world's transition to greener and lower-carbon economies.

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Excavation and Trench Safety Best Practices for Construction Jobsites

Pro Builder

Excavation and Trench Safety Best Practices for Construction Jobsites. ibush. Thu, 07/28/2022 - 12:11. Trenching and excavating are two of the most dangerous activities in the construction industry. Know the risks and the corrective measures you should take on your jobsites to ensure crew safety and prevent excavation fatalities. Howard Frederick, Esq.

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Draft Environmental Report Details Controversial California Water Diversion Project

ENR Construction

Plan to build a tunnel to draw water from the Sacramento River into the state's supply network moves forward.

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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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An Up-Close Look at Toronto’s Construction Boom 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

As Canada’s largest city, Toronto is known for its diverse culture, buzzing nightlife, towering skyscrapers, and an iconic waterfront skyline. The city is home to some of the tallest buildings in Canada, including the famed CN tower. And though skyscrapers certainly aren’t new to Toronto, a recent construction boom is drastically changing the already impressive skyline, making the city one of the biggest construction sites in all of North America.

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Draft Impact Report Details Massive Calif. Water Diversion Project

ENR Construction

Controversial plan moves forward to build a 45-mile-long tunnel to draw water from the Sacramento River into the state's supply network.

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Here’s Why the Fed Is Targeting the Housing Market to Control Inflation

Pro Builder

Here’s Why the Fed Is Targeting the Housing Market to Control Inflation. ldeakins. Thu, 07/28/2022 - 10:15. The Federal Reserve has singled out the housing market as the #1 driver of inflation, but its aggressive rate hikes could send the economy headfirst into another recession. In its race to fight inflation, the Federal Reserve has made the real estate market its number one target by raising its short term interest rates to make the cost of buying a home even more expensive.

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India Engineer-Contractor Giant Takes Steps on Greener Path

ENR Construction

Third on the Top 200 Environmental Firms list, Larsen & Toubro sees good business in aiding developing world's transition to greener and lower-carbon economies.

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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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Is the Built-For-Rent Sector Prepared to Weather a Possible Recession?

Pro Builder

Is the Built-For-Rent Sector Prepared to Weather a Possible Recession? ldeakins. Thu, 07/28/2022 - 10:07. BFR investors are fretting over a few worrisome trends as the market is pushed to the brink of a recession. The single-family built-for-rent (BFR) market has been heating up for the last several years as would-be homebuyers safeguarded their savings in a high-cost housing market and instead became renters.

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Top 200 Environmental Firms Gird for Headwinds, But Get A Surprise

ENR Construction

Sector participants worry if U.S. and global politics this year, and market forces, could slow or disrupt missions, but they're building on 2021 revenue gains and new momentum from an unexpected congressional climate-change deal on July 27 with $369 billion in potential funding.

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Don’t You Forget About Me: DOL’s Proposed Rule on the Right of First Refusal in Service Contracts

Federal Construction Contracting Blog

On July 14, 2022, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued a proposed rule that would require contractors and subcontractors performing covered service contracts to offer, in good faith, service employees employed under the predecessor contract the right of first refusal of employment under the successor contract. The proposed rule implements President Biden’s November 18, 2021 Executive Order 14055, Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers Under Service Contracts (the order).