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How to Choose the Best Accounting Services for Your Construction Business

Construction Today

Finances in the construction industry can get complicated. Partnering with a reliable tax and accounting firm to outsource most of this work is often the best way forward, but this leaves some questions. What companies provide the best accounting services, and how can you choose the right one for your construction business? Which accounting service is best largely depends on your needs… Source The post How to Choose the Best Accounting Services for Your Construction Business appeared first

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Custom Safety Solutions: Why One-Size-Fits-All Doesn’t Work in Safety

Safety Services Company

Quick Highlights: Generic safety programs can leave critical gaps in compliance and workplace protection. Custom safety solutions better align with your specific operations, hazards, and regulatory demands. Tailored programs can help meet client, jobsite, and industry requirements without compromise. When it comes to workplace safety and compliance, out-of-the-box manuals, policies, and programs dont always cut it.

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White House unveils plan for tech-focused permit reforms

Construction Dive

The initiative follows a recent Supreme Court ruling that narrowed the scope of environmental reviews required on major infrastructure projects.

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Challenging Projects Require Innovative Equipment

PC Construction

The booming construction industry across our country presents new challenges and opportunities to embrace innovative solutions. Supporting the tremendous growth of vertical construction in Florida lies miles of underground infrastructure consisting of pipelines, tankage, equipment and supporting electrical/instrumentation to process our countrys most precious resource water.

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How Top Firms Protect Margins in Costly Construction Markets

Construction companies face shifting labor markets, volatile material pricing, and global supply chain disruptions that threaten profitability. This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight. Learn how to deploy workforce agility, connected jobsite monitoring, automated procurement, and cost simulation models to preserve margin stability.

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The Renovation of a Japanese Timber Framed Building

Natural Building

A century-old wooden structure is transformed into an atelier and office in a mountainous region north of Kyoto, Japan, integrating traditional Japanese craftsmanship and locally sourced materials. The renovation retains as much of the original handcrafted timber frame as possible. Complementing the existing framework, the studio introduces a cypress structure fitted with handcrafted sliding doors and windows.

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Autodesk Updates Forma With Seamless GIS-BIM Workflow

ENR Construction

During the American Institute of Architects’ 2025 Conference held in Boston June 3, Autodesk released ArcGIS for Forma, a public beta for a cloud-based connection that links up Esri’s ArcGIS and Autodesk’s Forma design environment.

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In Central Arkansas, Green Bay Packaging Expands Its Mill

Business Facilities

This week, Green Bay Packaging, a Wisconsin-based manufacturer of packaging solutions, has kicked off a more than $1 billion expansion at its Morrilton, Arkansas manufacturing facility. The multi-year project will significantly enhance the infrastructure of the mill there and underscore the company’s commitment to sustainable practices and operational efficiency.

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Why Texas? A Q&A With The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office

Business Facilities

By BF Editors From the May/June 2025 Issue Business Facilities: Why should companies consider Texas for their next manufacturing relocation or expansion? For those who tariffs are top of mind, why is Texas a place for business leaders to consider? Adriana Cruz: Texas is uniquely positioned to lead this new era of global trade. That’s thanks to a highly skilled, diverse, and growing advanced manufacturing workforce, expanding supplier ecosystems, location and logistical advantages with robust in

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Industrial AI can help rebuild construction and engineering, with the right digital building blocks 

Construction Today

Construction and engineering organizations are optimistic despite the persistent economic uncertainty but increasing demand for infrastructure, housing, and municipal business projects. There is significant market potential, with McKinsey estimating that the industry could grow to $22 trillion by 2040, a massive increase from the $13 trillion gross annual output from global construction projects… Source The post Industrial AI can help rebuild construction and engineering, with the right di

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Modular textile lightweight construction: The future of resilient and sustainable stadiums

Construction Specifier

By David Peragallo, assoc. AIA Photos courtesy Serge Ferrari Group As the world grapples with the increasingly extreme impacts of climate change, architects and builders continue to prioritize materials and building techniques that help manage the effects of wind, rain, flooding, and fires. This is especially true for athletic stadiums and sporting venues, which require extensive funding and labor to design and construct, thus they must endure and serve the needs of owners and visitors.

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Walsh/WSP Win $339M Rhode Island Bridge Job

ENR Construction

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Why construction needs to lean into better mentorships

Construction Dive

Teaching early-career professionals should go beyond technical know-how to give future leaders critical thinking and problem-solving skills, writes a senior project manager.

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Rightsizing Your Construction Fleet

Construction Business Owner

Rightsizing Your Construction Fleet ccapoccia Fri, 06/06/2025 - 08:03 T oday, efficiency is the new growth strategy. Many businesses increasingly prioritize efficiency over expansion in the evolving economic landscape. Rightsizing isn’t about arbitrary reductions; it’s about ensuring each vehicle serves a strategic purpose, aligning fleet size with demand, operational requirements and cost-effectiveness.

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The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth

Take your construction business to the next level with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Whether you're managing seasonal cash flow challenges, dealing with unexpected equipment repairs, or planning to scale your operations, securing the right funding is essential for success. This guide explores a range of fast and flexible financing options tailored for construction businesses.

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Henry® Prodeq™ System: Waterproofing That Keeps Projects Moving

Construction Specifier

Todays construction jobs are under pressure from tight schedules, complex designs, and harsh weather. Horizontal surfaces like split slabs, balconies, planters, and podium decks need fast, effective waterproofing that can handle those challenges without holding up other trades. Henry Prodeq is a spray-applied, instant-setting waterproofing membrane that forms a seamless barrier in seconds.

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PC Innovator: Anne Minor

PC Construction

As part of PC Constructions Innovation Week celebration , were shining a light on the incredible individuals across our company who are pushing boundaries, challenging norms and redefining whats possible in construction. Today, Im excited to spotlight Anne Minor, a senior project manager whose passion for innovation is transforming how we work, connect and build.

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$1.6B East River Tunnel rehab starts in NYC

Construction Dive

Skanska and E-J Electric Installation Co. crews will overhaul the century-old rail tubes that Hurricane Sandy damaged in 2012.

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Contractors Are Digging Deep for $1.5B Texas Capitol Complex Redo

ENR Construction

Extensive excavation highlights project's next round of to expand, upgrade the state government complex.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Problem job sinks Mace construction profits

Construction Enquirer

A problem job blew a hole in the books of Mace’s construction business with pre-tax profits slumping to £15.7m from £79.3m last time despite revenue topping £2bn from £1.73bn. Latest results for the year to December 31 2024 show that the smaller consulting operation is the main profit driver making £77.7m from £44.6m last time on increased turnover of £686.6m from £619.4m.

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Precision Piping and Pump Installation Calls for Planning and Creativity

PC Construction

The Townsend WTP Electrical Improvements Phase 2 project, underway in Greensboro, North Carolina, included major structural and mechanical rehabilitation to an existing high-lift pump station. PCs scope of work included demolition of more than 400 cubic yards of existing concrete structural supports, walls and slabs; demolition of 50% of the existing flanged ductile iron piping ranging in diameter from 6 inches to 48 inches; and removal of three existing dual-stage, split-case high-lift pumps, e

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New steel, aluminum tariffs will push construction costs higher

Construction Dive

Fresh 50% duties on the critical building materials will inflate prices across a range of commercial projects, according to panelists at a recent webinar hosted by Skanska.

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BLS: Construction Job Openings Are Down in April

ENR Construction

Movement in the construction job force has been slow amid the current economic uncertainty.

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How AI Reduces Cost, Safety, and Quality Risks in Construction Projects

Risk management in construction faces pressure from tighter margins, compressed timelines, and increasing complexity. This guide shows how AI strengthens project stability by predicting risks across cost, schedule, safety, supply chains, and workforce planning. AI algorithms analyze procurement data, subcontractor bids, equipment performance, and site conditions to identify potential disruptions.

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ABC: Nonresidential Construction Spending Dips 0.1% in April

Construction Superintendent Magazine

National nonresidential construction spending decreased 0.1% in April, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.248 trillion. Spending was down on a monthly basis in 6 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories.

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From mix to fix: The benefits of single-component grout

Construction Specifier

By Howard Jancy Photos courtesy Custom Building Products Single-component grouts, which do not require the addition of water or epoxy resins at the job site, have evolved significantly over the years. The latest product formulations, now backed by industry-accepted standards, offer a host of benefits for both project owners and installation contractors.

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DOT agrees to remove race, gender-based criteria from DBE program

Construction Dive

In a proposed settlement, the agency said the initiative “can no longer pass constitutional scrutiny,” effectively abandoning its defense of the decades-old policy.

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Waste Not: N.J. Anaerobic Digester Plant Transforms Food Waste into Renewable Natural Gas

ENR Construction

It’s no secret that New York City, like many densely populated urban areas throughout history, has a trash and rodent problem. Mountains of bloated trash bags —many containing food waste that attract rats burrowing and gnawing through them—are a blight on sidewalks all over the city.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Google Invests $7B in Iowa Expansion to Fuel Cloud and AI Infrastructure

Construction Today

Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction news. Google’s $7 billion investment in Iowa marks one of its most significant infrastructure commitments to date. The capital will expand data center operations in Cedar Rapids and Council Bluffs, positioning Iowa as a central hub for Google’s artificial intelligence and cloud computing capabilities.

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Gloom slowly lifting from construction buyers

Construction Enquirer

The downturn in the UK construction sector showed signs of easing in May with output and new orders falling at the slowest pace since January while growth projections for the year ahead improved again. The bellwether S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index posted 47.9 in May- up from 46.6 in April – to signal the slowest reduction in output volumes since January.

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Clarios plans $1B plant to shore up US critical mineral supply

Construction Dive

The facility would recycle metalloid antimony to boost domestic battery production.

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