Job Order Contracting

APRIL 6, 2021

Job Order Contracting doesn’t have to be complex or expensive. The numerous, ongoing facilities repair and construction project facing real property owners and facilities management professionals unfortunately have a high probability of failure. 80%-90% are late, over-budget, or basically a train wreck for one or more participants. While there are many reasons why projects fail, it is the project delivery method and owner leadership and culture that ultimately is the primary cause.

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Business Facilities

APRIL 6, 2021

The offroad and luxury camper manufacturer will invest nearly $2 million and create 115 jobs in Hohenwald, TN. - Read: BRS Offroad Establishing HQ, Manufacturing Facility In Tennessee at BusinessFacilities.com.

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BD+C

APRIL 6, 2021

Lendlease and its partner Aware Super, a superannuation fund, say the global real estate company’s multifamily portfolio in Boston and Chicago has been verified as “net zero carbon.”. New projects in New York City and Los Angeles are on track to achieve the same goal as construction gets underway. The company achieved net zero through a combination of efficient design to reduce electric usage by making systems operate more efficiently and through the purchase of carbon offsets.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 6, 2021

How to Deliver a Five-Star Experience for Your Customers. mbeirne. Tue, 04/06/2021 - 10:46. Take these steps to keep referrals up, customer trust high, and feedback positive. Jimmy Diffee. COVID-19’s ripple effects have crippled some industries and been a rising tide for others. Fortunately, home building has fared relatively well during the pandemic, as people spend more time at home—and recognize new needs that new homes are in the best position to address.

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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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Construction Equipment

APRIL 6, 2021

Kenworth has announced an extensive redesign of its medium-duty conventional-cab lineup that includes a larger cab, new noses, and upgraded interiors that should please drivers and managers.

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BD+C

APRIL 6, 2021

In the decades since the 1970s, we’ve learned a great deal about how to take advantage of the sun to not only reduce building energy consumption, but also to shrink operational expenses. Recent years have seen an upswing in the use of solar technologies ranging from photovoltaic panels to solar thermal energy collection. The question that immediately comes up among building owners is, of course, “What’s it going to cost?”.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 6, 2021

5 Home Improvement Trends for Remodeling Season. cbroderick. Tue, 04/06/2021 - 09:30. A year out from the start of the pandemic, many home improvement projects will likely be focused on lessons learned from our time indoors. With home remodeling season upon us, NerdWallet rounded up five remodeling trends anticipated to be big this spring and summer.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 6, 2021

GeoStabilization International (GSI) says using a maintenance software program helped it put $5 million to the company’s bottom line in the first year of use. GSI was recognized by the software vendor, B2W, for Best ROI for its use of the company’s B2W Maintain.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 6, 2021

16 Smart, Stylish Product Options for Surfaces. ibush. Tue, 04/06/2021 - 06:00. Hard-wearing, handsome, sustainable. These are just some of the expectations consumers bring to the table when shopping for surfaces for their homes, and with each passing year, manufacturers are stepping up to offer more options to meet those demands. In this roundup, you'll find a range of exciting surfacing products in small and large formats, from quartz that mimics the classic looks of natural stone, to artisan

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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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Construction Equipment

APRIL 6, 2021

John Deere Slope Control is now available as a factory option for Deere K Series dozers, including the 450K, 550K and 650K John Deere bulldozers. Slope Control is an entry-level integrated grade control solution that assists operators in grading smooth planar surfaces, according to the company.

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Business Facilities

APRIL 6, 2021

The temperature-controlled warehouse space provider invested more than $13 million in the expansion, which created 30 jobs in Maumelle, AR. - Read: Cypress Cold Storage Completes Expansion In Arkansas at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 6, 2021

Politicians have begun debating the details of President Joe Biden’s infrastructure plan, saying it designates only a small fraction of money toward “real” infrastructure, according to the New York Times.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 6, 2021

Rapidly Rising Student Debt Keeps Millions from Homeownership. cbroderick. Tue, 04/06/2021 - 09:13. Student loan payments are holding many Americans back from becoming homeowners by keeping their debt-to-income ratios high. Over the course of 13 years, college tuition increased 81.9%. As a result, homeownership rates among 28 to 34 year olds are dwindling, decreasing from 60% in 2007 to 49% in 2020, according to Zillow.

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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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Construction Equipment

APRIL 6, 2021

While recent increases in state transportation funding have started to provide local governments in North Dakota some assistance in addressing their transportation needs, the state will face challenges in maintaining and improving road and bridge conditions, safety and reliability without…

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ENR Construction

APRIL 6, 2021

The replacement of Salt Lake City International Airport has weathered multiple challenges and changes and remains on schedule for complete build-out.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 6, 2021

John Deere Protect is a preventive maintenance program that provides aftermarket and support through 500-hour required maintenance performed by local dealer service technicians.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

APRIL 6, 2021

Construction employment climbed by 110,000 in March as the industry recovered from severe winter weather that pushed employment down by 56,000 in February, according to a recent analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data. Association officials said they were encouraged by the recent job gains and the potential for new infrastructure investments.

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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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Construction Equipment

APRIL 6, 2021

John Deere Precision Construction is a suite of technology solutions build on “smart” technology and builds upon its existing WorkSight portfolio as well as its dealer network.

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BD+C

APRIL 6, 2021

The new Saugus Middle/High School, which opened last September, will bring together of 1,300 students in a STEAM-driven complex outfitted for exploratory learning and innovation. The school is anchored by three building pods comprising a four-story high school wing, a three-story middle school wing, and a central connecting pod with shared community spaces.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 6, 2021

SmartGrade grade control is now available on the John Deere 210G LC and 350G LC excavators, factory-installed and -calibrated.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 6, 2021

There are Twice as Many Real Estate Agents Compared to Listings. cbroderick. Tue, 04/06/2021 - 09:09. Just as buyers are desperate to find a home, real estate agents are desperate to find listings. Compared to one year ago, there are nearly half as many homes on the market and twice as many working real estate agents, according to CNBC. And when homes do go on the market, buyers snatch them up a week faster than they did in 2020.

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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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Stok

APRIL 6, 2021

Get to know Jake Arlein and Matt Macko as they discuss the growth of our industry, how they got here, and what they’re most looking forward to in their new roles as CEO and CSO. Read the full press release on Jake and Matt’s new leadership roles at Stok here. The post Video: Fireside Chat with Jacob Arlein & Matt Macko appeared first on Stok.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 6, 2021

Are You Prepared for the Spring Market? cbroderick. Tue, 04/06/2021 - 09:17. The housing market kicked into high gear during the past year and the spring market may require builders to push the pedal to the metal. To ensure you’re ready for the spring buying season, design firm Housing Design Matters wants you to reflect on four big ticket items. First, model home visits will be back.

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Work Gearz

APRIL 6, 2021

Dealing with fire is not an easy job. You have to deal with hazards which are not even avoidable. A slight carelessness might result in some big mishap. That is why wearing proper protective gear becomes quite essential. While there are specific boots that should be worn by let’s say firefighters or people working in such an environment, can those boots be replaced by logger boots?

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Pro Builder

APRIL 6, 2021

How the Pandemic and Vaccines Are Shaping Today’s Market. cbroderick. Tue, 04/06/2021 - 09:19. One year ago, the housing market was all about the suburban boom and urban exodus. Today, the real estate market continues to boom in the suburbs and countryside, but promises of more normalcy due to the vaccine rollout may be boosting urban areas. Forbes suggests that one year ago, many viewed urbanites’ move to less dense areas would be permanent, but many plan to return now that businesses and event

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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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Work Gearz

APRIL 6, 2021

The warehouse and personal protective equipment like gloves are almost synonymous with each other. But not all gloves are made equal. Different warehouse jobs call for different gloves that fall in different classes of their own and have to be chosen carefully. . We looked at a range of gloves suited for warehouse work and found 9 that won us over due to their winning features.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 6, 2021

Billion-dollar project aims to convert underused campus in north Denver into a year-round tourist destination with an academic core.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 6, 2021

Where Art and Water Meet: Kitchens + Baths in The New American Home 2021. cbroderick. Tue, 04/06/2021 - 10:00. An artistic aesthetic is on full display in the kitchens and baths of the New American Home 2021. Michele Lerner | Photography by Jeffrey A. Davis. The kitchens and bathrooms of The New American Home 2021 reflect the home’s sleek, modern architectural style, while natural materials and colors add warmth.

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