Thu.Feb 16, 2023

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10 Sustainable Building Materials for Eco-Friendly Construction

The Constructor

Sustainable building materials are becoming increasingly popular as more and more people focus on preserving the environment. As architects, construction workers, and homeowners look for ways to improve their practices, sustainable building materials provide an effective option for reducing their environmental impact. Various materials, from recycled wood to clay, can create energy-efficient buildings, reduce waste, […] The post 10 Sustainable Building Materials for Eco-Friendly Constructi

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7 Tips to Get the Most Out of CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023

Construction Business Owner

7 Tips to Get the Most Out of CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023 ccapoccia Thu, 02/16/2023 - 10:09 Attending a trade show may be one of the best experiences you can have, especially if you are in the construction industry. Not only can you see the latest heavy equipment, such as excavators, wheel loaders, articulated dump trucks and dozers, but there are plenty of networking and educational opportunities available.

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Award-winning CTE teacher attends State of the Union

Construction Dive

Cory Torppa, who earned $100,000 for his Washington state high school’s construction program, said it's important to introduce students to the trades.

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Why Contractors Need to Automate Logistics Processes

Construction Business Owner

Why Contractors Need to Automate Logistics Processes ccapoccia Thu, 02/16/2023 - 15:08 The construction industry faces many challenges that other industries will face in 2023 — labor shortages, cost overruns, project delays and inadequate communication. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), construction employment continues to grow, and the market will continue to rise, primarily because of the $1.2 trillion infrastructure investment.

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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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XL Construction appoints new president, COO

Construction Dive

The Northern California firm, which specializes in life science construction, made other promotions in its science, technology and healthcare unit.

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OSHA to issue special visas to immigrant workers during criminal investigations

Construction Dive

Victims of a range of criminal activities may be able to assist law enforcement, the U.S. Department of Labor said.

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5 Industry Trends & How You Can Take Action

Construction Business Owner

5 Industry Trends & How You Can Take Action ccapoccia Thu, 02/16/2023 - 09:54 The potential for recession, continued inflation, critical labor shortages and supply chain issues will loom large over construction in 2023. Additionally, many eyes are on interest rates in a virtual wait-and-see mode as to whether they will continue to rise, and by how much.

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Residential contractors see a rebound on the horizon

Construction Dive

Easing mortgage rates caused builder confidence to jump for the second consecutive month, according to the National Association of Home Builders.

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Why Hope Is Hurting Your Business

Construction Business Owner

Why Hope Is Hurting Your Business ccapoccia Thu, 02/16/2023 - 08:53 You are 100% accountable for your current situation and the results you’re achieving. They are a direct reflection of your leadership. As a leader, you have defined the results your company produces, including the performance, procedures, project types, financial systems, and the employees being held accountable to deliver results.

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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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Five Kitchen Design Trends to Look Out for in 2023

Pro Builder

Five Kitchen Design Trends to Look Out for in 2023 ibush Thu, 02/16/2023 - 07:00 From color choices to storage options to materials selection, these five kitchen trends are on the rise Drawing on extensive data and insights from builders, architects, and developers, the Pulse Newsletter from New Home Trends Institute by John Burns Real Estate Consulting identifies five kitchen trends to watch out for in the coming year.

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Rising Gas Demand Spurs Uneasy Balance of Energy Security, Climate Urgency

ENR Construction

Russian oil and gas cutoffs to Europe that followed its invasion of Ukraine are spurring a big US push for natural gas infrastructure to meet changing global supply needs, while also causing new angst over emissions and spurring efforts to find design, construction and operations solutions.

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The Winter Housing Market Is Thawing, but Buyers Aren’t Rushing Back Into Home Purchases

Pro Builder

The Winter Housing Market Is Thawing, but Buyers Aren’t Rushing Back Into Home Purchases ldeakins Thu, 02/16/2023 - 10:12 A housing market deep freeze is coming to an end after months of weak buyer activity, but a dearth of new listings could keep demand low even into the start of the spring buying season Home purchase demand is slowly rebounding after reaching new lows in November, but a lack of new listings could stabilize high home prices and lead to increased competition during the spring bu

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NY Agency Picks Team for Battery Park City Resilience Project

ENR Construction

A Turner Construction Co-E.E. Cruz & Co. Inc. joint venture, with Arcadis, Bjarke Ingels Group, Scape Landscape Architecture and WSP won the contract.

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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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A Record Number of Investors Are Fleeing the Housing Market—Here’s How Buyers Will Benefit

Pro Builder

A Record Number of Investors Are Fleeing the Housing Market—Here’s How Buyers Will Benefit ldeakins Thu, 02/16/2023 - 10:21 On the cusp of a housing recession, wary real estate investors are redirecting their attention to asset classes that offer better returns, and in their absence, prospective buyers could have more opportunities for home purchases The total share of homes purchased by investors dropped a record 45.8% year-over-year in the fourth quarter of 2022 amid rising mortgage rates and

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Safety, Proximity and Supply Chain Optimization Will Continue to Fuel Construction

ENR Construction

The disruptions, remote working and supply chain challenges that the pandemic presented will have both answers and lessons for construction professionals to learn in 2023.

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These Six Energy Efficient Home Upgrades Are About to Get a Lot More Affordable

Pro Builder

These Six Energy Efficient Home Upgrades Are About to Get a Lot More Affordable ldeakins Thu, 02/16/2023 - 10:32 These all electric home upgrades can boost a home's energy efficiency, and with the help of government subsidies, they're also more affordable than ever before Over the last decade, solar has grown by an average of 33 percent a year in the United States, generating enough capacity to power 24 million homes, and with the help of new government subsidies, investing in energy efficient h

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New York Agency Picks Team for Battery Park City Resilience Project

ENR Construction

A joint venture of Turner Construction Co. and E.E. Cruz & Co. Inc. with Arcadis, Bjarke Ingels Group, Scape Landscape Architecture and WSP won the contract.

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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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Weekly Product Gallery: Best of AHR Expo 2023

Contractor Magazine

The most exciting new products and innovative technology from the 2023 Air Conditioning-Heating-Refrigeration Expo.

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Vornado Pauses NYC 'Penn District' Redevelopment Plans

ENR Construction

New York officials plan to rely on money from the developer and others in the Penn Station-area to fund reconstruction of the outmoded facility.

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ABC: Construction Materials Prices Rise 1% in January

Contractor Magazine

Overall construction input prices are 4.9% higher than a year ago, which is the smallest annual increase since January 2021.

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ENR Southwest Previews 2022 Top Starts Ranking

ENR Construction

The ranking of the Southwest's Top Starts of 2022 will publish in the March 6, 2023 edition of ENR Southwest.

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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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Home Builder Confidence Posts Biggest Monthly Gain in a Decade

Pro Builder

Home Builder Confidence Posts Biggest Monthly Gain in a Decade ldeakins Thu, 02/16/2023 - 10:27 The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index posted its largest month-to-month increase in 10 years in February Homebuilder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes rose 7 points in February to 42, the highest reading since September and the largest monthly gain since June 2013, according to CNBC.

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Building a data-driven workforce planning process

ENR Construction

As construction continues to undergo a digital transformation of core processes, putting a focus on data and analytics will become more important for management and leadership.

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Living with LNG: Can More Gas Infrastructure and Climate Goals Coexist?

ENR Construction

One year after Ukraine invasion upended energy supply and costs, more natural gas projects are in motion in the US and globally—including giant LNG Canada export terminal, above—but concern grows over greenhouse gas impacts as industry seeks design, construction and operations solutions.

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Living with LNG: Demand Spurs Gas Infrastructure Boom

ENR Construction

One year after Ukraine invasion upended energy supply and costs, more natural gas projects are in motion in the US and globally—including giant LNG Canada export terminal, above—but concern grows over greenhouse gas impacts as industry seeks design, construction and operations solutions.

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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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3 Ways to combat labor shortages with strategic planning

ENR Construction

It’s no secret that construction is facing a significant labor shortage. Sure, the uncertainty in the industry brought on by COVID-19 didn’t help, but labor shortages are nothing new.

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Labor Sec. Walsh Says He Will Leave Post in March

ENR Construction

U.S. Labor Secretary Martin J. Walsh, formerly an official with the building trades unions and mayor of Boston, will leave his federal post in mid-March to become executive director of the National Hockey League Players’ Association.

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No Successor Yet Named for Retiring Louisiana Transportation Chief

ENR Construction

Shawn Wilson, State Dept. of Transportation and Development Secretary, plans to step down March 4, fueling speculation of a bid to become governor in election this year.