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Can a VR-enabled AEC firm transform your project?

BD+C

Can a VR-enabled AEC firm transform your project? 0 qpurcell Mon, 07/08/2024 - 09:59 Virtual Reality With the aid of virtual reality and three-dimensional visualization technologies, designers, consultants, and their clients can envision a place as though the project were in a later stage. Sydney Unnerstall, Marketing Coordinator Contractors Designers Engineers Architects BIM and Information Technology Virtual Reality Take a moment to picture yourself entering your new building for the first tim

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Nominate Outstanding Women in Construction 2024

Construction Business Owner

Nominate Outstanding Women in Construction 2024 Recognizing today's leading construction professionals mhodges Mon, 07/08/2024 - 14:54 Construction Business Owner (CBO) Magazine is thrilled to announce the opening of nominations for our annual celebration of some of the most hardworking professionals in the industry — our special section to honor Outstanding Women in Construction (OWIC).

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Job Order Contract Cooperatives – WHEN and HOW to Use Them

Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contract Cooperatives serve a purpose, however, it’s important to know WHEN and HOW they should be used. JOC Cooperatives enable organizations to speed the procurement of renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction services (based upon applicable statutes) using a “Master Agreement” and within the basic structure/process of an “owner managed” JOC Program.

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Data center demand continues despite supply bottlenecks

Construction Dive

Momentum for these projects has escalated again, fueled by institutional investment and strong underlying fundamentals, according to a recent CBRE report.

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How General Contractors Can Drive Growth Without Increasing Headcount

For construction businesses, scaling operations means taking on greater workloads. Unfortunately, much of the responsibility of managing additional work falls on you and your finance team. Learn how you can navigate the increased complexity of managing more projects without adding headcount. We’re here to share insights into why technology is key to scaling your finance operations.

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ABC: Construction Unemployment Rate Plunges to Second Lowest Ever Recorded

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The construction industry added 27,000 jobs on net in June, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has increased by 235,000 jobs, an increase of 2.9%. Nonresidential construction employment increased by 21,200 positions on net, with growth in all three subcategories.

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Mortenson Picked to Build $1.3B Tampa Bay Baseball Stadium

ENR Construction

Facility for Major League Rays' franchise, set to start construction next year, will anchor $6.5B St. Petersburg, Fla.

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Hensel Phelps snares Oak Ridge lab job worth up to $3B

Construction Dive

The facility, where the Department of Energy will conduct research across the physical and biological sciences, has an eight-year build schedule.

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Gateway Secures Final Pieces of Funding for $16B Hudson River Rail Tunnel

ENR Construction

The U.S. Dept. of Transportation is supplying a $6.9-billion grant and $4.1 billion in low-interest loans on top of previously announced federal funding.

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Getting back on track – finding solutions to project obstacles

Construction Dive

As labor shortages and lack of skilled workers loom, one MEP Contractor creates pathways to ease project takeovers and meet critical deadlines.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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US DOT Opens $607M Round of Reconnecting Communities Grants

ENR Construction

The new round of grants is much smaller than the one announced in 2023, which included a one-time infusion from the Inflation Reduction Act.

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3 key benefits of leveraging AI at the preconstruction phase

Construction Dive

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just for content creation or image manipulation; it’s a powerful tool that should be a part of your team’s everyday processes.

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Motorist Convicted in Fatal Baltimore Work Zone Crash Transferred to Home Detention

ENR Construction

The National Transportation Safety Board has released preliminary findings from its investigation late last year.

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The dangers of legacy ERPs for construction companies: Why it’s time to upgrade

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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12 Reasons Specialty Contractors Need a Construction-Specific Software Platform

As a specialty contractor, your success hinges on your ability to manage complex workflows, maintain cost control, and deliver projects on time. But are you still relying on outdated systems or multiple software packages that create data silos and inefficiencies? This comprehensive eBook reveals the 12 key reasons why investing in a construction-specific software platform is the game-changer your business needs.