Construction Business Owner
JULY 19, 2021
9 Stories of Project Versatility. Alex Headley. Mon, 07/19/2021 - 07:30. Finding the right attachment to do a job better or more efficiently can give your company a competitive advantage. And you may be able to expand your company’s services by adding attachments to your fleet. The following are stories of entrepreneurs who have successfully used attachments to gain an edge over competitors. . 1.
The Constructor
JULY 19, 2021
Artificial intelligence is proving to help overcome major challenges faced by construction managers but it is still in the initial stages.
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Green Building Law Update
JULY 25, 2021
The Phase l Environmental Site Assessment Standard E1527-13 will sunset in late 2021, eight years from its approval on November 6, 2013. This is hugely significant because a Phase l Environmental Site Assessment is conducted in the vast majority of the 5.6 million commercial and industrial real estate transactions in the United States each year, so you need to be aware of the revised standard expected to be issued later this year.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 21, 2021
Want to better understand your construction projects' financial health? The secret is timely, accurate work-in-progress (WIP) reporting.
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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.
Job Order Contracting
JULY 14, 2021
Actionable construction cost data is required to assure financial visibility and transparency and to create a detailed, well-communicated scope of work. The use of “national average” cost databases and “location factors” or “cost indexes” does not provide sufficient information to create reliable construction cost estimates.
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Construction Business Owner
JULY 12, 2021
Qualified Candidates & Critical Skills. Alex Headley. Mon, 07/12/2021 - 07:30. Unlike common workplace policies such as time and a half pay for overtime or mandatory family and medical leave, which are legally mandated, no federal or state laws or regulations require employers to have written job descriptions. As a result, some employers have never taken the time to create job descriptions.
The Constructor
JULY 14, 2021
Pumpable concrete is a type of concrete transferred to a considerable height through pipes and used when a significant amount of concrete is required.
BD+C
JULY 19, 2021
Less than 1% of new building projects are assessed to determine their carbon footprint, according to a new report by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development. The report cites a lack of information on embodied emissions as a key barrier. The overcome this challenge, the report calls for more data sharing, more collaboration, and increased transparency on embodied carbon and other data critical to calculating the carbon footprint of new buildings.
Pro Builder
JULY 19, 2021
NAR Study Says Years of Underbuilding to Blame for Housing Shortage. cbroderick. Mon, 07/19/2021 - 09:38. The United States needs anywhere from 5 million to 6.8 million more housing units to meet housing needs, according to a recent study by the National Association of Realtors. Home prices and rents are rising rapidly because of the severe lack of supply, says the Washington Post, and the study says low supply results from years of underbuilding.
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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.
Civiconcepts
JULY 14, 2021
What Is Plinth Area? The total area of the building including interior and exterior wall, measured at floor level of the basement or at any story including balconies, is defined … Plinth Area | What Is Plinth Area | Plinth Area Meaning | How to Calculate Plinth Area of a Flat | Plinth Area Estimate Read More ».
Business Facilities
JULY 27, 2021
Our most comprehensive rankings compilation to date, our 17th Annual Rankings Report features 60 categories that highlight State, Metro and Global leaders building the foundation for a future of sustainable growth. - Read: Business Facilities’ 17th Annual Rankings Report at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 26, 2021
Public Relations vs. Content Marketing. Alex Headley. Mon, 07/26/2021 - 07:30. Whether your construction company is a large, international contractor or a small, local firm, publicity can help generate awareness about your business and bring in new customers. The industry never seems to stop, so capitalizing on project progress, company news or industry insights and communicating that information to your audience is key — but how do you go about accomplishing that?
The Constructor
JULY 29, 2021
On the surface, building a home might seem a product of physical labor and material expenditure. In reality, it entails much more than that. A home.
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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?
BD+C
JULY 15, 2021
Landini Associates has announced the debut of its design for ALDI Corner Store, an art-infused, small-format retail model that embraces fresh food, local artist collaborations, and an elevated customer experience. The goal of the new design is to interpret the traditional ALDI model into a new format for urban settings that is genuinely local. ALDI Corner Store’s layout is driven by the need to refurbish existing buildings instead of constructing new properties. .
Pro Builder
JULY 15, 2021
Lumber Prices Drop 21% in Five Days—When Will it Normalize? cbroderick. Thu, 07/15/2021 - 11:11. In just five days, the price of lumber fell 21% to $642 per thousand board feet. Lumber prices hit a record high on May 7 at the price of $1,670 per thousand board feet. Prices are a whopping 62% lower than that high, and one real estate analyst says the price will continue to moderate as supply chains normalize.
PC Construction
JULY 20, 2021
PC Construction continued its years-long tradition with a $5,000 donation to The Classic Mike Loyer Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting Vermont families impacted by the accidental worksite death of a loved one. The donation. The post PC Helps Support Families after Loss first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.
Business Facilities
JULY 29, 2021
Greater Hartford, CT; Raleigh, NC; and Boise, ID were named the top three Millennial Magnets in Business Facilities' 2021 Metro Rankings Report. - Read: Hartford, Raleigh And Boise Are Top Millennial Magnets at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 26, 2021
Building Exit Strategy Expertise. Alex Headley. Mon, 07/26/2021 - 12:32. As a business owner, your days are full. Adding to that the uncertainty the last 16 months have brought to the industry proves you know that both life — and business — can be unpredictable. On top of the day-to-day decisions you make as a leader, the years pass quickly. Before you know it, retirement is not far away.
The Constructor
JULY 25, 2021
The world’s largest astronomy museum opened in Shanghai on July 18, 2021. Located in the Lingang district of Shanghai, the Shanghai Astronomy.
BD+C
JULY 15, 2021
Making buildings healthier—through research, code changes, and incentives—is what the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) recommends in its eight-page 2020 Moving Forward Report that the Institute’s Consultative Council of building community leaders has just published.
Pro Builder
JULY 13, 2021
Why Do Builders Continue to Use Lumber? cbroderick. Tue, 07/13/2021 - 09:51. Despite skyrocketing prices and supply shortages, few home builders are willing to use construction methods other than traditional wood framing. The National Association of Home Builders’/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index found out why in its June 2021 survey: a lack of workers/subcontractors with necessary experience.
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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!
PC Construction
JULY 30, 2021
On Wednesday, PC joined the City of Lynchburg and local officials to celebrate the official ribbon cutting for the Combined Sewer Overflow Reduction Improvements project at the Lynchburg WWTP. The $44.5 million project was completed. The post Completed project will reduce sewage and stormwater discharge into the James River first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.
Business Facilities
JULY 19, 2021
ProAmpac's Collaboration & Innovation Center in Rochester, NY houses product development, rapid sample prototyping and evaluation of new packaging, as well as a training hub for customers and employees. - Read: ProAmpac Opens Global Collaboration & Innovation Center at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 23, 2021
Your Claim Has Been Denied. Alex Headley. Fri, 07/23/2021 - 09:30. If your construction business has suffered a financial loss due to damage, accident, crime or liability, the last thing you want to hear is that your claim is. not covered. To significantly reduce the chances of this occurring, consider the following tips for ensuring you have the right insurance partner and coverage to meet your business needs. . 1.
The Constructor
JULY 18, 2021
The UK’s Department for Transport (DfT) has approved the use of a plastic roads additive developed by Scottish company MacRebur. The product is.
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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!
BD+C
JULY 27, 2021
According to Lodging Econometrics’ (LE) most recent construction pipeline trend report, at the close of the second quarter, the top five markets with the largest hotel construction pipelines are New York City, with 146 projects/25,232 rooms; Los Angeles with 135 projects/22,586 rooms; Dallas with 132 projects/16,183 rooms; Atlanta with 129 projects/17,845 rooms; and Nashville with 91 projects/12,703 rooms.
Pro Builder
JULY 26, 2021
Can We Make Home Building a Little Less ‘Interesting?’. ibush. Mon, 07/26/2021 - 07:00. Builders are feeling their margins being squeezed. How to respond? Here are 10 suggestions. Scott Sedam, Contributing Editor. There’s an old saying, repeated countless times, yet it warrants another mention these days, “May you live in interesting times.” Fact is, it was a curse. .
Civiconcepts
JULY 27, 2021
Introduction Top 10 Construction Companies In India In India, the construction industry stands to be the second-largest after agriculture. The construction sector drives India’s overall development. It consists of three … Top 10 Construction Companies In India Read More ».
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