Common Mistakes in Cold Weather Concreting: How to Avoid Them?
The Constructor
AUGUST 25, 2021
Cold weather concreting is a critical construction activity that requires excellent planning and preparation. This is because even the slightest.
The Constructor
AUGUST 25, 2021
Cold weather concreting is a critical construction activity that requires excellent planning and preparation. This is because even the slightest.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 24, 2021
A new survey echoes prior research about advantages of progressive design-build and CM-at-risk.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 24, 2021
Why Shared Responsibility Must Be the Standard to Reduce Construction Risk and How Technology Can Help.
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 25, 2021
4 Rules for Holding More Effective Meetings & Cultivating Better Outcomes. Alex Headley. Wed, 08/25/2021 - 09:30. The first priority of an effective team meeting is to review production and performance to date, asses how much work is left to complete and address how teams will accomplish the remaining work and tasks required to finish safely, on-time and on-budget.
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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.
The Constructor
AUGUST 25, 2021
Land surveying is an exciting and rewarding profession. However, the land surveyor needs to obtain a land surveying license to undertake this job in.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 25, 2021
ASRC’s Scot Strickland shares why his company digitized its construction human resources workflows with Viewpoint HR Management and what it gained.
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 23, 2021
Exploring PPE Equality. Alex Headley. Mon, 08/23/2021 - 07:30. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has stated that female construction workers face specific health and safety issues on the jobsite that may require different personal protective equipment (PPE), gear and apparel than men in the industry require. Because of this, OSHA best practices recommend that, in addition to compliance with the OSHA regulations, whenever employers are required to purchase PPE, they should
BD+C
AUGUST 25, 2021
Malls are important, they’re some of the most visited places in our communities, frequented by billions of people around the world every year. To survive, however, they need to become places that are about much more than retail transactions. Honestly, malls are in decline. Hundreds of American malls shuttered after the 2007-09 recession. And retail researchers estimate 25% of America’s roughly 1,000 remaining large malls will close over the next 3 to 5 years.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 25, 2021
There are major disadvantages of having a construction acquisition/procurement plan lacking granularity. With respect to construction, renovation, maintenance, sustainability or repair procurements, lacking granularity results in a lack of cost visibility and transparency and financial management inefficiencies. A detailed unit price cost proposal should be required for all such projects.
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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?
Business Facilities
AUGUST 26, 2021
Michigan-based SK Siltron CSS, a manufacturer of semiconductor wafers used in power system components, will invest $302 million and create up to 150 jobs in Monitor Township, MI. The new semiconductor wafer manufacturing and R&D operation will help meet the demand for electric vehicle components and is supported by a $1.5 million Michigan Business Development Program performance-based grant.
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 24, 2021
5 Tips for Moving From Nonstandard to Standard Surety. Standard market surety – how contractors can swing back safely from non-standard. Greg Ragsdale. Tue, 08/24/2021 - 15:46. It’s been a challenging and uncertain year for the construction industry. Although 2021 projections are looking up, this unprecedented economic situation put many contractors in a tough spot, with uncertain financials making them only eligible for more expensive nonsurety bonds.
BD+C
AUGUST 24, 2021
Despite a steep economic recession during the first half of 2020, compensation for architectural staff at U.S. architecture firms essentially held flat over the 2019–2021 period, according to the American Institute of Architects (AIA) biannual Compensation Report.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 24, 2021
91% of FM managers say there’s a gap between the knowledge and skills their team has and what they need to excel. – 2021 PMI Survey. Improvement is never easy, and is especially difficult in the public sector where the same methods have been in place for decades. Nonetheless savvy public facility management professionals are diligently working to significantly alter the ‘status quo’ and achieve significant performance gains.
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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.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 23, 2021
The migration of workers is not occurring in a vacuum. Available workforce is often the most important factor when companies make decisions about relocations—and where to put their corporate HQ. The post Corporate Headquarters: Base Camps For Business appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
Pro Builder
AUGUST 27, 2021
How Builders Align Reality With Buyer Expectations. cbroderick. Fri, 08/27/2021 - 10:13. On HorizonTV this week, three builders share their techniques for syncing homebuyer expectations with what they’re actually going to get. Peter Sciarretta, CEO of Hemingway Fine Homes, says he hits the road with clients to share completed projects, their cost per square foot, and how that might translate into the buyer’s budget and design needs.
BD+C
AUGUST 25, 2021
Giannis Antetokounmpo has been the talk of the basketball world after leading the Milwaukee Bucks to their first NBA Championship in 50 years. After dropping 50 points in the clinching game six and winning Finals MVP, it’s been well deserved.
Contractor Bookkeeping
AUGUST 27, 2021
Have you been in business as a construction contractor or specialty contractor for a while, and now you are wondering what your construction company is worth? Nothing is ever as good or as bad as it appears. If you are like most contractors, you learned a trade, skill, or craft, and after a while, you decided to go into business for yourself and make "The Big Bucks," which was one of the happiest days of your life.
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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!
Business Facilities
AUGUST 25, 2021
Sungwoo Hitech will invest $40 million to locate its first U.S. manufacturing operations, Sungwoo Hitech America Corp., in Telford, TN. The Korean automotive supplier has purchased the former Alo Tennessee building in the Washington County Industrial Park, where it will create 117 new jobs. “Sungwoo Hitech has experienced significant growth, and we are excited to now bring our first production facility to the U.S., in particular, Washington County, Tennessee,” said Suk Je Lee, CEO, preside
Pro Builder
AUGUST 27, 2021
Tips for Kitchen Design That Puts Storage at the Forefront. cbroderick. Fri, 08/27/2021 - 10:09. For kitchen projects, the best design choices incorporate how the space will be used. Reevaluating storage needs, for example, can lead to several different functional and savvy designs. Realtor.com rounded up seven storage tips that incorporate design. One designer suggests choosing a two-tone color scheme for cabinets, with upper and lower cabinets contrasting.
BD+C
AUGUST 27, 2021
A “Jewel Box” retail building is under construction at Miami Worldcenter, representing one of the last remaining retail components in the $4 billion, mixed-use project. The Jewel Box is located at the confluence of 7th Street Promenade and World Paseo open-air retail pedestrian streets.
PC Construction
AUGUST 24, 2021
The excitement on site was visible when the first truck delivering the Cambi unit arrived at the Piscataway site. Over the course of three days, nine trucks arrived delivering the modular Cambi components for installation. The post The Cambi THP System Arrives at WSSC Piscataway Bio-Energy Project first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.
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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!
Business Facilities
AUGUST 25, 2021
By Dominique Cantelme. From the July/August 2021 Issue. A ccording to the International Energy Agency (IEA), based on current policy settings and economic trends, electricity generation from renewables, including hydropower, wind and solar PV, is on track to grow by 8 percent in 2021 and by more than 6 percent in 2022. However, renewables will still only be able to meet around half of the projected increase in global electricity demand over these two years.
Civiconcepts
AUGUST 26, 2021
Coarse Aggregate Replcement Aggregate is an important part of the concrete and acts as inert material in concrete. Coarse aggregates are uneven and granular materials such as gravel, sand, or … Replacement of Coarse Aggregate In Concrete | Alternative Materials For Coarse Aggregate In Concrete Read More ».
BD+C
AUGUST 24, 2021
MAD Architects has revealed the design for the Hainan Science and Technology Museum, located on Haikou’s west coast in Hainan province, shortly before the project is set to break ground at the end of August. The 500,000-sf museum draws from the site’s dual urban and natural context, set against the backdrop of a tropical rainforest. The museum’s main pavilion is shaped like a cloud in dialogue with nature.
Pro Builder
AUGUST 24, 2021
Indoor Air Quality Lessons from Historic Homes. cbroderick. Tue, 08/24/2021 - 09:55. When Historic New England opened some of its homes to the public after the onset of the pandemic, it knew good air circulation was an important factor in keeping visitors safe and healthy. Thankfully, old homes do airflow right. Historic design and construction ensured homes remained cool on hot days—they had to, there were no HVAC systems yet.
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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!
Business Facilities
AUGUST 23, 2021
A $124 million investment will create the Global Transportation & Industrial Park of Oklahoma, bringing global commerce opportunities, economic development, and jobs to the region. The post Ardmore Industrial Airpark Becoming Global Multimodal Logistics Hub appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
Civiconcepts
AUGUST 24, 2021
What Is Unit Weight? The unit weight of any substance is defined as the ratio of mass or weight per unit volume. It is generally measured in pound/ft, gm/cm or, … What Is Unit Weight of Steel | Unit Weight of Steel Bar Formula | Steel Unit Weight | How to Calculate Steel Bar Unit Weight Read More ».
BD+C
AUGUST 26, 2021
The California Energy Commission (CEC) passed new standards that would mandate solar energy and storage on new commercial buildings and high-rise multifamily structures.
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