321 3 key reasons to continue construction training even amid the pandemic
Construction Dive
AUGUST 4, 2020
Learn why proactive companies have successfully managed to maintain training through difficult times.
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How to Streamline the Construction Timecard Process
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 7, 2020
How modern construction software can help make HR processes more efficient and mitigate errors associated with construction timecards.
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How to connect site to office without any struggle
Lets Build
AUGUST 3, 2020
The key factor in getting any construction job done is good communication. Everyone working on a project has to know exactly how they fit in, precisely what their role is and what is expected of them – that includes the project manager. Free guide: How to reduce construction delays by more than 20%. Countless projects come off track, sometimes due to completely unforeseen circumstances.
What Employment Laws Could Look Like After COVID-19
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 6, 2020
What Employment Laws Could Look Like After COVID-19. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 08/06/2020 - 14:02. The reopening of America’s workplaces is creating a variety of challenges for employees and employers alike. In some cases, employers attempting to resume operations are hampered, and in some instances, they are unable to do so due to laid-off employees’ reluctance or refusal to return to work.
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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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.
What are the inspections carried out by local authorities while construction?
The Constructor
AUGUST 3, 2020
What are the inspections carried out by local authorities while construction? The post What are the inspections carried out by local authorities.
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Top 10 cities for construction workers
Construction Dive
AUGUST 3, 2020
Small and midsize cities pay above-average construction wages and boast modest costs of living that make them excellent locations for workers in the industry, according to a new analysis.
How to Carefully Manage Contracts in Changing Times
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 4, 2020
How to Carefully Manage Contracts in Changing Times. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 08/04/2020 - 15:21. Today’s construction landscape is difficult to navigate with its continually changing variables, delays, work stoppages, additional project requirements, health concerns and financial restraints. Nothing is certain, as job starts are delayed, schedules are modified weekly, customers stop and then restart projects, codes are enhanced, rules change and pressures mount to run your business smoothly.
Role of a Civil Engineer on a Construction Site
The Constructor
AUGUST 2, 2020
Site Work vs Office Work A civil engineer in the construction field plays various roles. As a construction engineer, he or she can play the role of a.
Komatsu Rebrands Mining Product Lines
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 4, 2020
Komatsu has announced plans to rebrand its underground hard rock equipment, surface wheel loaders, and new line of blasthole drills to reflect the company’s focus on growth in these areas.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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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.
5 red flags that a job might not be worth the risk
Construction Dive
AUGUST 6, 2020
In challenging economic times, contractors need to be especially vigilant for warning signs such as uncertain financing, incomplete drawings or an owner with a bad reputation, experts say.
How to Fund Grassroots Projects
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 6, 2020
How to Fund Grassroots Projects. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 08/06/2020 - 16:07. The COVID-19 crisis has threatened more than the health of the American public. It is also threatened the budgets and financial viability of many of the nation’s municipalities, public utilities and state governments. These financial setbacks may impact public entities longer than the immediate health impacts of the virus itself.
5 Tips to Improve Construction Quality
The Constructor
AUGUST 4, 2020
The best way to enhance client satisfaction in a construction project is by incorporating a well-defined quality control process. A strict adherence.
Survey Says Truck Fleets Using New Safety Features
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 5, 2020
Fleet Advantage has announced the results of its latest fleet industry benchmarking survey showing the impact new safety technologies have had on transportation fleets, how many fleets are still driving older-model trucks, and the leading reasons motivating upgrade decisions.
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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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?
$9.6B worth of infrastructure projects delayed or canceled during COVID-19
Construction Dive
AUGUST 4, 2020
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association released a report detailing projects that have been delayed or canceled by 44 states, transportation authorities and local governments.
What Employment Laws Could Look Like After COVID-19
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 6, 2020
What Employment Laws Could Look Like After COVID-19. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 08/06/2020 - 14:02. The reopening of America’s workplaces is creating a variety of challenges for employees and employers alike. In some cases, employers attempting to resume operations are hampered, and in some instances, they are unable to do so due to laid-off employees’ reluctance or refusal to return to work.
5 Tips to Improve Construction Quality
The Constructor
AUGUST 3, 2020
The best way to ensure client satisfaction in a construction project is by incorporating a well-defined quality control process. A strict adherence.
Oklahoma State University’s North Academic Building begins construction
BD+C
AUGUST 5, 2020
The North Academic Building and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (ME) at Oklahoma State University’s Center for Health Sciences has started construction. The project will relocate and upgrade services from multiple buildings currently in the center of campus and is the first phase of a master plan focused on health and advancement in research and education.
Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business
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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.
Modular Monitor: Beyond emergency medical projects, demand takes a hit
Construction Dive
AUGUST 3, 2020
Modular makers immediately stepped up when COVID-19 struck to fill rapid response and emergency demand, but long-term prospects aren't as clear.
Alta Acquires Martin Implement Sales
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 7, 2020
Alta Equipment Group announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Martin Implement Sales, a privately held premium equipment distributor with three branches in the Chicago metropolitan area.
6 Reasons Construction Needs Enterprise Resource Planning
The Constructor
AUGUST 7, 2020
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is a system that provides powerful analytics using information from different construction processes such as.
Renovations could be hospitality’s stopgap for next few years
BD+C
AUGUST 5, 2020
Their clients don’t expect the hospitality sector to fully recover from the coronavirus outbreak for at least two years. And while AEC firms serving this sector say they’ve restarted hotel projects that had been put on hold during the pandemic, they also foresee mostly renovation and adaptive reuse, rather than new construction, in their immediate futures.
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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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!
Maryland transit officials say they will manage Purple Line project
Construction Dive
AUGUST 7, 2020
In a letter to the private consortium building the light rail project, state officials said they are prepared to exercise their “step-in rights” if no resolution is reached between the parties.
Employment Falls in 62% of Metros in June
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 7, 2020
Construction employment decreased in 225, or 62 percent, out of 358 metro areas in June compared to the same period last year, despite widespread increases from May to June, according to an analysis of government data that the Associated General Contractors of America.
What is the difference between Tar and Bitumen?
The Constructor
AUGUST 1, 2020
What is the difference between Tar and Bitumen? The post What is the difference between Tar and Bitumen? appeared first on The Constructor.
Five Ways To Increase Your Construction Business Profit
Contractor Bookkeeping
AUGUST 7, 2020
First, we always ask our clients to decide what they want from their construction company. Do you want to get rid of the boss? Do you want to work in a more structured environment? Are you sick and tired of working for the boss's son or daughter? Do you want to make much money? Do you wish to make enough money to pay the bills and enjoy a vacation now and then?
Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High
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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!
Readers Respond: COVID-19 has increased competition among contractors
Construction Dive
AUGUST 6, 2020
In this week's survey, Construction Dive readers said that while more construction companies are competing for the same jobs, some firms are "buying" work by lowballing their bids.
Walmart To Build $20M Distribution Center In South Carolina
Business Facilities
AUGUST 3, 2020
The 3 million-square-foot facility will create more than 1,000 full-time jobs in Dorchester County, SC. - Read: Walmart To Build $20M Distribution Center In South Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com.
What is disturb and undisturbed soil sample ?
The Constructor
AUGUST 1, 2020
What is disturb and undisturbed soil sample? The post What is disturb and undisturbed soil sample ? appeared first on The Constructor.
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