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How Can Telematics Reduce Rising Equipment Costs?

Construction Business Owner

How Can Telematics Reduce Rising Equipment Costs? ccapoccia Wed, 11/29/2023 - 18:05 Inflation has taken its toll on the construction industry. Earlier this year, one of the world’s largest equipment manufacturers said the average price of its machinery would jump by 8% globally. Further, in a survey Teletrac Navman recently undertook, equipment operators said that maintenance costs are also growing.

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The Dotted Line: Change orders often spark conflict, but they don’t have to

Construction Dive

While disputes between contractors and design teams are growing, planning and communication can mitigate this friction, legal experts say.

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How Bellway’s Innovative Future Home Leads the Charge in Sustainable Construction

Construction Today

In recent years, the importance of sustainable home construction and energy-efficient housing has become increasingly prominent in the UK’s efforts to combat climate change. The UK’s built environment contributes significantly to its carbon footprint, accounting for 40% of the nation’s total carbon emissions. As the country strives towards achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

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Why Online Reviews Matter And Ways To Deal With Negative Feedback

Contractor Bookkeeping

In today's digital age, online reviews hold immense power and influence over the success of small construction companies. With easy access to social media, Google reviews, and review websites, customers can easily voice their opinions and experiences with your business online. Most people searching for a local construction company - whether they need a plumber, painter, or general contractor, will check their online reviews before deciding.

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Stay Ahead in 2024 with Proven Strategies for Success

The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.

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Courthouse Reporter Series: The Bizarre Case That Required a 117-Year-Old Expert

Constructlaw

Reposted from The Dispute Resolver with permission. A recent decision by the Georgia Court of Appeals, Munro v. Georgia Department of Transportation , highlights how overly specific and inflexible rules of evidence can create peculiar results. Munro involved a dispute over the design of a Georgia intersection. No. A23A0404, 2023 WL 4194716 (Ga. Ct.

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Handling Litigation and Disputes in Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Like it or not, construction is a highly litigious industry. Read our blog to see what to watch out for, and how to resolve disputes in construction.

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Job Order Contracting Quick Facts

Job Order Contracting

Access hundreds of Job Order Contracting Quick Facts to see how your organization can… Improve contractor availability and relationships Improve cost visibility and cost management Achieve faster delivery times Ensure a higher level of service and support from senior professionals Attain all the above with the lowest JOC Program administration fee that doesn’t require a percentage of your construction volume!

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Gilbane tapped for $5B Mayo Clinic expansion in Minnesota

Construction Dive

The medical complex in Rochester will feature buildings with rooms and floors that can convert to different functions, removing a typical limitation in healthcare construction.

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Outstanding Women in Construction 2023

Construction Business Owner

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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SDB Contracting Services Wins 2023 Construction Award for Best HR Achievement

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Learn about SDB Contracting Services' award winning construction HR process.

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Critical Component of Integrated Project Delivery

Job Order Contracting

A critical component of Integrated Project Delivery is objective, verifiable, granular local market cost data and and associated and an associated detailed scope of work (SOW) fully communicated with and agreed to by all participants and stakeholders. While IPD has been marketed as an improvement to traditional construction delivery methods (Sutter Health, etc.) and clearly demonstrated obvious benefit, the process has not been maximized.

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Florida bill would allow minors to do roofing work

Construction Dive

The legislation, which would permit teens 16 and older to work on roofing projects, also expands recruitment efforts in the trades.

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Why Owners Need a Common Data Environment

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Owners are faced with rising pressure in today’s construction landscape with project risks and costs at an all-time high. Acquiring capital is getting more expensive with rising interest rates. Beyond that, the cost of building facilities is increasing. Data from Oxford Economics indicates that 82.5% of construction materials experienced a significant cost increase since 2020.

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How General Contractors Can Drive Growth Without Increasing Headcount

For construction businesses, scaling operations means taking on greater workloads. Unfortunately, much of the responsibility of managing additional work falls on you and your finance team. Learn how you can navigate the increased complexity of managing more projects without adding headcount. We’re here to share insights into why technology is key to scaling your finance operations.

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Safety First, Bidding Next: How Safety & Compliance Wins Contracts

Safety Services Company

Consider this! Two contractors working for a construction firm bid for projects in the same city —we’ll call them Mark and Bob. Both contractors have operated with their firms for over 15 years, employ qualified workers, and boast high-level capability to take on major commercial jobs. Here’s where things change. Bob has entirely surpassed Mark’s business in recent years and consistently lands contract after contract.

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STOP using ACFs – The inherent flaws of Area Cost Factors

Job Order Contracting

STOP using ACFs – The inherent flaws of Area Cost Factors There are multiple false assumptions associated with Military Construction Budgeting and Area Cost Factors. As a result, more than 40 years after the introduction of area cost factors (ACFs), the Department of Defense (and the Federal Government in general) is no closer to its goals of having construction cost estimates match actual construction costs, or properly adjusting for regional (location based) and/or time-based cost varian

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The future of infrastructure is green, AECOM exec says

Construction Dive

Public policy and new tech, including AI, are driving resilience projects in Southern California, said Los Angeles Metro Executive and Strategy + Growth Leader Jill Kurth.

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A lasting housing impact: Gen-Z redefines multifamily living

BD+C

A lasting housing impact: Gen-Z redefines multifamily living 0 qpurcell Thu, 11/30/2023 - 17:00 Multifamily Housing Nathan Casteel, Design Leader, DLR Group, details what sets an apartment community apart for younger generations. Nathan Casteel MFPRO+ Blog Affordable Housing Student Housing Apartments Designers Urban Planning Generation Z doesn’t settle for the typical living environment.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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National Search for America's Top Plumber Concludes

Contractor Magazine

CBS Sports broadcast highlights skilled trades as the nation's top electricians, plumbers, HVAC and auto techs compete for their share of over $300,000 in awards.

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Construction Kicked Off for New Hampshire Housing

PC Construction

Yesterday PC Construction gathered with our partners – Lincoln Avenue Communities and Market Square Architects – along with a host of dignitaries to celebrate the construction of New Hampshire’s latest multi-family residential development. The new Residences at Chestnut facility, located in the Central Business District of Manchester, features two mid-rise buildings offering a total of 142 studio, one- and two-bedroom affordable housing units.

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Unfair labor practice charges on the rise

Construction Dive

Reports of labor violations and union petitions to the NLRB both rose in the last year. Here’s what construction employers need to know.

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Building More with Less Waste, How GIS Helps Construction Go Full Circle

ENR Construction

Using geographic information systems to add quantities of materials and placement of coordinates can help contractors achieve they and their clients' sustainability goals.

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Outdated ERP? Spot the Signs Before It Stalls Your Progress

Aging construction ERP systems can slow down productivity and put your business at risk. If you’re working with outdated software, you may be missing out on essential features and innovations like AI, AR, and enhanced reporting capabilities. This guide provides you with insights regarding when you need to upgrade and outlines what to look for in a new construction ERP system.

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Designing the oft-overlooked transition between air barrier and fenestration

Construction Specifier

The Slate apartment in Portland, Oregon. Photo ©Joshua Jay Elliot/courtesy Works Progress Architecture. By Kevin Haynes Designing the transition between an effective air barrier and fenestration, such as curtain wall and storefront, can present challenges for the designer and specifier. During the design phase, the process of selecting and specifying a curtain wall and/or storefront, in some cases is limited to aesthetics, structural considerations, thermal performance, and cost.

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7 ways multifamily designers can promote wellness in urban communities

BD+C

7 ways multifamily designers can promote wellness in urban communities 0 qpurcell Mon, 11/27/2023 - 14:32 MFPRO+ Blog Shepley Bulfinch's Natalie Shutt-Banks, AIA, identifies design elements that multifamily developers can use to maximize space while creating a positive impact on residents and the planet Natalie Shutt-Banks, AIA MFPRO+ Blog Multifamily Housing Biophilic Design Sustainable Design and Construction Since the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been an increase in the amount of time individ

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Construction spending inches higher

Construction Dive

Manufacturing and infrastructure investments fueled a 0.1% uptick in October, but warehouse and distribution center outlays tumbled.

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After Worker Rescue at Collapsed India Tunnel, Focus Shifts to Key Project Risks

ENR Construction

As the last of 41 workers trapped for 17 days emerged this week, there are growing calls to reemphasize safety and geology risks as the nation embarks on a rapid infrastructure buildout.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Understanding Jalousie Windows: Features, Types, Maintenance, and Costs Explained

CivilJungle

Introduction of Jalousie Window jalousie is a French word for “jealousy” and is derived from the Italian word “geloso” in 18th century France. Which means “jealous” or “screen”.

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Promoting wellness in urban communities

BD+C

Promoting wellness in urban communities 0 qpurcell Mon, 11/27/2023 - 14:32 MFPRO+ Blog Shepley Bulfinch's Natalie Shutt-Banks, AIA, identifies design elements that multifamily developers can use to maximize space while creating a positive impact on residents and the planet Natalie Shutt-Banks, AIA MFPRO+ Blog Multifamily Housing Biophilic Design Sustainable Design and Construction Since the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been an increase in the amount of time individuals spend in their residences.

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7 airport expansions to watch

Construction Dive

From St. Louis to Denver, Houston and Des Moines, aviation projects are taking off, boosted by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

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