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Anti-Gravity Construction: Building Upside Down to Save Space

The Constructor

Anti-gravity construction represents a revolutionary shift in architectural engineering, challenging conventional floor-up design by activating ceiling and overhead spaces that were once considered unusable. Using advanced suspension systems, lightweight composites, and dynamic stabilization technologies, architects can now create functional spaces that seemingly float above the ground.

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Eliminating Uncertainty From Construction Payments

Construction Business Owner

Eliminating Uncertainty From Construction Payments ccapoccia Thu, 05/01/2025 - 16:56 In the construction industry, every dollar counts. Managing project finances effectively can mean the difference between staying on budget and facing costly overruns. With materials, labor, permits and equipment rentals driving costs, construction firms must ensure financial control at every stage.

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Construction Value Engineering and Cost Estimating

Job Order Contracting

Construction Value Engineering and Cost Estimating go hand in hand. Simply put, value engineering is a process intended to balance between function, performance, quality, safety and cost. The appropriate balance in alignment with organizational requirements results in the maximum value for the project. Arguably Integrated Project Delivery , Collaborative Job Order Contracting , Alliance Partnering, and similar project delivery methods represent value engineering applied to built environment repa

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AI fuels data center demand: Can precast concrete keep up?

Construction Specifier

By Tim Cullen and Tom Bagsarian Photos courtesy Encon United Much attention has turned to data center construction, not only in the United States, but throughout the world, as technology companies strive to find facilities to house the infrastructure needed as artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more prevalent. Precast concrete is a desirable material for these buildings for a variety of reasons, whether used for walls, floors, and roof panels in a total precast structure or as an enclosure sys

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How Top Construction Firms Reinvent Cost Control

Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast. This guide reveals how market leaders are managing financial risk by shifting to incremental budgeting, regional sourcing, and real-time cost tracking. Learn how to structure contracts with price protections, streamline procurement workflows with automation, and avoid labor cost increases with smarter workforce planning.

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Turner Construction Releases First Quarter 2025 Building Cost Index

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The First Quarter 2025Turner Building Cost Index which measures costs in the non-residential building construction market in the United States had increased to the value of 1459. This represents a 1.18% quarterly increase from the Fourth Quarter 2024 and a 3.62% yearly increase from the First Quarter 2024. The fundamentals of the construction market remain strong.

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Atlanta’s Skyline Evolves With the Rise of its Tallest Building

Construction Today

Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction news. In Midtown Atlanta, a towering statement of ambition and design is taking shape. The 1072 West Peachtree skyscraper, led by Rockefeller Group and designed by local studio TVS, marks a transformative moment for the city’s architectural profile. When completed, it will be the tallest building… Source The post Atlantas Skyline Evolves With the Rise of its Tallest Building appeared first on Const

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Construction Job Openings Down Amid Economic Uncertainty

ENR Construction

Openings were down or stagnant in nearly half of all metro areas.

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‘I can’t find any help’: Employers scramble to solve worker shortages caused by immigration crackdowns

Construction Dive

President Donald Trump recently said the government would seek to let some undocumented persons return to the country “if they’re good,” but he was scant on details.

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Former Keltbray managers jailed over demolition bribes

Construction Law

Four people (28 April 2025) have been jailed for corruption within the demolition industry over bribes of over 600,000. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter onFridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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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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Smarter Workforce, Stronger Business — Hire IUPAT Apprentices

Construction Business Owner

Smarter Workforce, Stronger Business Hire IUPAT Apprentices Train the next generation of tradespeople while growing your business. mhodges Tue, 04/29/2025 - 09:15 Build a Stronger, Smarter Workforce: How the IUPAT Apprenticeship Gives Contractors a Competitive Edge The International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) offers a robust apprenticeship program that helps contractors build a highly skilled, reliable workforce - a competitive edge in todays fast-paced construction industry.

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From Chaos To Clarity: The Right Construction Job Management System

Contractor Bookkeeping

Running a business involves countless moving parts, which can feel overwhelming. From managing projects and keeping the team on the same page to ensuring profitability, have you ever sent an email about a critical update only to find that team members missed it? With a job management system, those headaches disappear. Given the industry's complexity and unique challenges, effective job management is crucial for construction contractors.

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Construction spending plummets on tariff fears

Construction Dive

Data centers are “perhaps the only remaining source of industry momentum” as most private sectors pulled back in March, according to ABC’s chief economist.

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L-H Battery and ISNetworld®: New Opportunities for Contractors

Safety Services Company

L-H Battery and ISNetworld have officially joined forces, creating new opportunities for contractors looking to work with this innovative company. This update means contractors will need to meet specific *ISNetworld compliance requirements to secure contracts with L-H Battery. If your business aims to work with L-H Battery, were here to guide you through the compliance process.

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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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Maximize Your Fleet's Uptime

Construction Business Owner

Maximize Your Fleet's Uptime Learn about essential strategies for construction fleets mhodges Thu, 05/01/2025 - 10:54 Construction fleets face unique challenges that can impact uptime and efficiency, including equipment breakdowns, theft, and difficulty in managing complex operations. Geotab's telematics solutions address these issues by providing real-time tracking, predictive maintenance, and data-driven analytics.

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Specialty Contractors Drive Construction's 11K Jobs Gain in April

ENR Construction

Residential and nonresidential specialty trade contractors kept hiring in April, collectively adding 9,000 jobs, according to the latest jobs report.

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Policy uncertainty could trigger ‘recession’ for renewables, analyst says

Construction Dive

A lack of clarity surrounding tariffs and tax credits has triggered steep declines in funding for renewable energy in the first quarter of 2025, per Mercom Capital Group.

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Balfour Beatty Secures $889M Deal for Dallas Interstate Project

Construction Today

Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction news. Balfour Beatty has been awarded an $889 million contract by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to reconstruct and expand a critical section of Interstate 30 (I-30) through Dallas. The contract, part of TxDOT’s initiative to modernize major corridors, covers a 2.3-mile stretch of I-30 that… Source The post Balfour Beatty Secures $889M Deal for Dallas Interstate Proje

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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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Returning to the Art of Good Customer Service (Part 1 of 2)

Construction Business Owner

Returning to the Art of Good Customer Service (Part 1 of 2) ccapoccia Thu, 05/01/2025 - 15:30 In the construction industry, how well does your team do in the realm of customer service? Discover how to provide good client relationships at any level.

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Failure to prevent bribery case goes to court

Construction Law

One of the UKs leading insurance brokers, which has a major presence in construction, will appear in court next week in what will be the first failure to prevent bribery case brought by the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) to be heard by a jury. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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Granite shrugs off tariff impacts, hints at new IIJA

Construction Dive

The California-based civil builder’s CEO said the firm hasn’t been hampered by levies and that there’s political will in Congress for a follow-on infrastructure law.

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Three Killed in Fall Accident on Bechtel Port Arthur LNG Project

ENR Construction

The contractor has suspended all work on the Port Arthur LNG construction pending an investigation.

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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

Generative AI is already transforming how the construction industry operates. This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times. Get a detailed look at the tools and platforms making it possible, including AI-driven robotics and material optimization.

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Non-DPF Engine: What It Means & Why It Matters

Construction Business Owner

Non-DPF Engine: What It Means & Why It Matters ccapoccia Tue, 04/29/2025 - 11:56 Learn what non-DPF means and how it translates to efficiencies and productivity on your jobsite.

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Arrests made in bribery investigation

Construction Law

The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has made three arrests and searched five properties as part of a new multi-million pound international bribery investigation. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter onFridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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Construction hiring slows to lowest rate ever recorded

Construction Dive

New job numbers point to a decreased demand for labor across the industry, according to Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis.

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Korean Offshore Wind Cable Maker Break Ground on $700M Virginia Plant, Eyeing Long Term

ENR Construction

LS GreenLink, moving to build what will be the largest US facility to produce subsea high-voltage direct-current cables to carry wind farm power to onshore grids. is more focused on the sectors long-term fortunes, Bon-Kyu Koo, CEO of its parent told an offshore wind advocacy group April 28. We dont worry too much, he said.

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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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Maximizing Profit Margins With Project & Information Management Tools

Construction Business Owner

Maximizing Profit Margins With Project & Information Management Tools ccapoccia Tue, 04/29/2025 - 10:00 Protecting profit margins is crucial for long-term success, and project and information management tools offer powerful solutions to streamline operations, enhance collaboration and boost efficiency. Lets explore how these tools can transform your business and impact your bottom line.

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Newly appointed building control panel to report in Autumn

Construction Law

A report from the newly appointed Building Control Panel that was set up to provide a thorough and independent review of building control in England is expected in Autumn following appointment of five members. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter onFridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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NFL’s Commanders ink $4B stadium deal

Construction Dive

Washington, D.C.'s football team will return to the site of Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium, where the franchise played on its way to three Super Bowl titles.

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