October, 2021

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The Case for Cleaner Construction

Construction Business Owner

The Case for Cleaner Construction. Alex Headley. Thu, 10/07/2021 - 08:30. According to data from the World Green Building Council, building and construction are responsible for 39% of all carbon emissions in the world. Of the 39%, operational emissions account for 28% and the remaining 11% comes from embodied carbon emissions, or “upfront” carbon that is associated with materials and construction processes throughout the whole building lifecycle.

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4 Ways PMs Can Use Job Cost Accounting to Make Construction Projects More Profitable

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Selling more isn’t always the best way to make more money. See 4 ways construction project managers can increase profit by using job cost accounting.

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How is Modern Technology Improving Construction Site Security

The Constructor

Technological innovations have a way of changing pretty much every industry they touch, and security is no different. Today, we’re looking at some of.

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Non-Residential Construction Market Still Faltering

Job Order Contracting

Nonresidential construction has dropped 25% since 2020, while residential construction has boomed. Overall, however, the construction industry in in recovery. Average commercial construction costs have increased 4.5 percent (4.5%), and total cost growth by year-end is project to average 6 (6%) percent. Despite signs of recovery, the labor shortage is a persistent, and unresolved problem that appear to have no solution.

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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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5 steps to effectively run a construction site as a foreman

Lets Build

A site manager is one of the central gears of every construction project. You are busy from the time you arrive at work in the morning until you leave at the end of the day, often fighting fires and frantically calling subcontractors or the project manager to get or relay information. Let alone the time spent trying to ensure that all issues are fully documented, nobody arrives on-site in vain and that material orders don’t get delayed, misplaced or even worse damaged.

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The Military’s Project-Management Musts

Construction Business Owner

The Military’s Project-Management Musts. Alex Headley. Wed, 10/20/2021 - 15:45. Having had the opportunity to train thousands of managers and staff over my 30 years as a consultant, I have always emphasized a key approach to project management: utilizing before action reviews (BARs) and after action reviews (AARs). This article will detail the benefits of these processes and how you can start using them on your projects.

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Top 5 Takeaways from the 2021 ProContractor Summit

Viewpoint Construction Technology

And that’s a wrap on ProContractor Summit 2021! Here’s a look into 5 of the top customer takeaways from this year’s conference.

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Recycled Concrete and CO? Make Environmentally-Friendly Building Material

The Constructor

We all know that the main constituent of concrete is cement, which is obtained by breaking down calcium carbonate (limestone). When carried out on a.

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BIM for Clients: There is a need for independent BIM advocacy!

DebunkTheBIM

Building project clients come in all shapes and sizes. From the very small, ‘let’s build a garage’ or ‘renovate the kitchen’ types, to gigantic institutional owners of city-size developments. To create their projects, apart from the staunch DIYers, most draw on a plethora of advisors and consultants for assistance. BIM advocacy rarely makes their list.

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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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Housing, Industrialized: Your Road Map to Off-Site Construction

Pro Builder

Housing, Industrialized: Your Road Map to Off-Site Construction. rbinsacca. Mon, 10/04/2021 - 14:02. For home builders, transitioning to off-site building methods requires an operational overhaul. John Caulfield, Contributing Editor. About 15 years ago, the California-based builder Wathen Castanos Homes agreed to be a “guinea pig” for testing the construction of a single home using prefabricated wall panels made by a supplier in Nevada.

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Startup Ecosystems Are Everywhere

Business Facilities

A tidal wave of venture capital is fueling a boom in startups around the world. Locations are racing to establish thriving startup ecosystems that make them magnets for unicorns. The post Startup Ecosystems Are Everywhere appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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3 Ways to Optimize your Parts & Components for Maximum Equipment Uptime

Construction Business Owner

3 Ways to Optimize your Parts & Components for Maximum Equipment Uptime. Alex Headley. Mon, 10/04/2021 - 07:45. Your business depends on the reliability of your equipment to increase profit and maintain a robust project pipeline. It’s no surprise, then, that when your equipment has a reputation for service and dependability, increased market share and brand reputation will follow.

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Signs of Water Damage In House | Signs of water damage In Walls

Civiconcepts

Most people like to think that we will be able to spot signs of water damage in our homes. But the damage is not always immediately visible on the home. … Signs of Water Damage In House | Signs of water damage In Walls Read More ».

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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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Robots Perform Field Layout at Consigli Site

The Constructor

The construction industry is one of the least automated ones and depends chiefly on manual labor. However, there has been an increasing acceptance of.

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Sustainable Building and Design in Australia

Natural Building

This contemporary Australian home by Sustainable Building and Design, completed in 2020, showcases what is possible when sustainability is the goal. The clients wanted to create a comfortable, healthy, attractive home with a small carbon footprint and low maintenance requirements. The design takes full advantage of passive solar principles and minimizes the amount of energy required for heating or cooling.

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Independent Living and Aging in Place: Can smart home technology be the key?

Pro Builder

Independent Living and Aging in Place: Can smart home technology be the key? kcichowicz. Fri, 10/22/2021 - 00:00. Although incorporating high-tech solutions can be daunting for many, there’s been a significant shift in behavior from the baby boomer generation that builders can be sure to take note of: more are relying on voice activated and easy to-use devices, both in the home and beyond. .

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MTC Logistics Opens $61 Million Cargo Hub In Alabama

Business Facilities

MTC's new Mobile, AL, facility will lead to the creation of 75 jobs, has potential for further growth in future. The post MTC Logistics Opens $61 Million Cargo Hub In Alabama appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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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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Defining Diligence & Scope of Work

Construction Business Owner

Defining Diligence & Scope of Work. Alex Headley. Fri, 10/22/2021 - 13:35. The wrongful performance of professional services can not only result in hefty financial losses, but also structural damages that can cause many problems, from delays to collapses and loss of life. The errors and/or omissions related to engineering and architectural designs, land surveys, construction management and technical consulting are just a few of the areas where problems can lead to significant professional liabil

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Who are the Best Concreters? And What are the Qualities of an Ideal Concrete?

Learn Civil Engineering

The concrete broker sat in with a few concreters who are part of our team to see the qualities that make great concreters. The results may surprise you. It’s not about putting and finishing concrete. Concreter is more than putting up a hammer and pouring concrete every day. Our concreters let us know that although […].

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The UK set to welcome its largest 100% electric, net-zero office

The Constructor

The city of London is set to welcome the country’s largest all-electric, net-zero office in Victoria. The project named 105 Victoria Street.

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Difference Between Wood and Timber | What Is Wood | What Is Timber | What Is Lumber

Civiconcepts

Difference Between Wood and Timber Wood is a hard fibrous material that forms the main substance of the trunk or branches of a tree or shrub used for fuel or … Difference Between Wood and Timber | What Is Wood | What Is Timber | What Is Lumber Read More ».

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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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How Down Payment Loans Affect the Housing Market

Pro Builder

How Down Payment Loans Affect the Housing Market. ldeakins. Fri, 10/15/2021 - 09:43. First-time buyers are struggling to keep up. As financial standards for loans are getting tighter, potential homebuyers are losing out to all-cash offers or higher down payments from other buyers in an ultracompetitive housing market. Many first time buyers depend on mortgage loans financed by the Federal Housing Administration, whereas sellers in a tight market are looking for home shoppers with the “highest do

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Ava Security Picks North Carolina For America’s HQ

Business Facilities

Ava Security, a unified service provider of cyber and video security, has selected Raleigh, NC as the location for the company’s new Americas headquarters. The post Ava Security Picks North Carolina For America’s HQ appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Get a Better Way to Pay Your Trade Partners

Construction Business Owner

Promote to rotator Yes. Rotator Image. Status of webinar Featured. Thu, 10/28/2021 - 12:00. 1 p.m. CDT. New tech solutions on the market make construction payments simple. Connect to your current accounting system to schedule disbursements exactly when and how you want to improve payment efficiency. Optionally create rules to manage payment approvals, and send money via wire, ACH, credit and debit cards, or paper checks.

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Meaghan Daiber got her dream job. And she’s only just begun.

The Korte Company

Meaghan Daiber never broke 5’2”, but she’s got the kind of presence that makes people say, “Huh, I thought she was taller.”. Maybe it’s because the sheer force of her bubbly personality contradicts her size. Her tenacity drove her to become a long-time basketball player, height be damned. And that same spirit didn’t flinch over a childhood stumbling block — some unusual bones in her feet — that might’ve tripped up someone with a weaker constitution.

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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Glass Blocks in Construction

The Constructor

Glass blocks or glass bricks are wall bricks made of glass. They provide visual opacity and light transmission at the same time, making them an.

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What Is Standard Window Size| Window Size Chart | Standard Window Height | Standard Window Width | Common Window Sizes

Civiconcepts

What Is Window? A Window is one type of opening in any wall of a house, door, ceiling, roof, which permits the entry of light, natural air, and sometimes sound. … What Is Standard Window Size| Window Size Chart | Standard Window Height | Standard Window Width | Common Window Sizes Read More ».

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The House That SHE Built

Pro Builder

The House That SHE Built. ldeakins. Fri, 10/29/2021 - 07:56. Author and marketing expert Mollie Elkman motivates girls and women to consider roles in the housing and construction industry with her new book, "The House that SHE Built" . On Horizon TV this week: The House That SHE Built showcases the variety of skills that go into building a home. The book features 18 jobs being done by people of different races and abilities and was inspired by a team of women who came from across the country to

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