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JULY 24, 2024

6 Reasons to Lease Compact Equipment ccapoccia Wed, 07/24/2024 - 16:51 In an industry as dynamic and fast-paced as construction, efficiency and flexibility are paramount. One key strategy that construction companies may consider to maintain a competitive edge is leasing equipment. It’s important to note that when it comes to buying, renting or leasing there is no wrong choice — every business is unique, and the decision comes down to what’s best for your specific needs.

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Construction Dive

JULY 24, 2024

Total groundbreakings plummeted to kick off the summer, but included a $1.5 billion data center in Ohio and $1 billion multifamily building in Florida.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 21, 2024

Balancing Objectives and Costs for Job Order Contracting is often overlooked by most organizations. Are you consistently achieving quality on-time, on-budget repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build outcomes at a reasonable cost? Do you have full, verifiable, objective cost visibility? Are you using just to simply speed the procurement process?

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 24, 2024

Accountability: An Easy Word to Say, but a Hard Word to Practice ccapoccia Wed, 07/24/2024 - 14:52 I f you ask any associate in any construction organization the top two areas of improvement, the first would probably be communication. Feeling in on things, knowing the direction of the firm, knowing the score of the game, “drive-by” communication and lack of time are all common factors that have led to the conclusion that communication appears to a weakness.

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JULY 24, 2024

State officials plan to rebuild the collapsed bridge in Baltimore using the same footprint as the original that was struck by a container vessel in March.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 24, 2024

Understanding IRS Credits, Regulations & Compliance ccapoccia Wed, 07/24/2024 - 16:15 The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) aims to incentivize companies to implement a number of goals. Among other objectives, goals include building additional infrastructure, manufacturing equipment needed to strengthen domestic supply chains, reducing energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions, increasing the number of available jobs, and paying wages not less than the prevailing rates for workers’ effor

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Construction Dive

JULY 24, 2024

Researchers at the university’s Helmet Lab are turning their attention from the gridiron to the jobsite to better understand how to mitigate head injuries at work.

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Building Radar

JULY 25, 2024

Supply chain transparency is critical for the construction industry, where managing complex networks of suppliers, subcontractors, and logistics partners can significantly impact project success. As the industry grows increasingly complex, ensuring transparency throughout the supply chain not only mitigates risks but also enhances efficiency and builds trust among stakeholders.

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BD+C

JULY 22, 2024

Fire-Rated Frames Contribute More Than Code Compliance 1 kcichowicz Mon, 07/22/2024 - 10:52 Fire-rated design is no longer limited to opaque materials. Fire-rated glass and narrow-profile, fire-rated frames support inspiring and code-compliant designs. Defending against fire is an essential part of safer school design. It is also a code requirement in many commercial occupancies—from retail and multifamily buildings to offices and warehouses—and for good reason.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 25, 2024

Your Guide to Work Boots for Construction & Other Trades ccapoccia Thu, 07/25/2024 - 10:18 Having the right footwear is critical for comfort and safety. However, depending on your trade, you might have unique requirements, and the type of work boots you choose can make a significant difference in performance and protection. Here’s a comprehensive look at 10 essential types of work boots for various trade workers, such as construction workers, electricians, HVAC professionals, landscapers and

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 25, 2024

Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 26, 2024

Current, objective, verifiable, and detailed construction cost data is critical to achieving any useful level of cost visibility and cost management. The fact that detailed unit price cost estimates using this type of information is rarely used and shared among owners and design/builders is largely responsible for cost overruns. “National average price books” are wide used by both owners and design/builders, however, cannot provide an adequate representation of local market conditi

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Construction Dive

JULY 24, 2024

The biggest contractor in the U.S. is eyeing data center and biopharma opportunities in Europe with the acquisition of an Ireland-based firm focused on tech-heavy builds.

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JULY 25, 2024

Is Your Equipment Set Up for a Successful Job? ccapoccia Thu, 07/25/2024 - 09:02 Concrete pumps are indispensable assets in the construction industry. Over time, they have revolutionized the way concrete is placed, and enhanced the efficiency of construction projects. Whether it’s pouring foundations, erecting tall structures or constructing intricate architectural designs, concrete pumps play a pivotal role in ensuring precision, speed and accuracy.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 26, 2024

The recent cyber outage is a stark reminder of digital systems' vulnerability and potential impact on businesses, including those in the construction industry. This incident offers several critical lessons for construction bookkeeping. As a contractor, your accounting and bookkeeping systems are vulnerable not only to cyber threats but also to software outages, which can compromise sensitive financial data and disrupt business operations.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 24, 2024

Why consider the 4BT JOC Program Management Solution? 1. Critical management functionality 2. Current, objective, verifiable, LOCAL MARKET labor, material, and equipment costs 3. Achieves unparalled value, cost savings, and ROI 4. Builds and retains owner and design-builder knowledge [contact-form] The post 4BT JOC Program Management Solution appeared first on 4BT.

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Construction Dive

JULY 22, 2024

An automatic sprinkler installer based in the Bay Area allegedly made verbal and physical threats against a worker due to his gender identity and sexual orientation, the agency said.

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JULY 25, 2024

The Reality of Using VR for Health Care Construction ccapoccia Thu, 07/25/2024 - 10:07 The continued advancement and affordability of virtual reality (VR) and its close cousins, augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR), continue to directly influence and, in some ways, redefine the means and methods of project delivery. The ability to simulate a three-dimensional environment in detail can greatly enhance the planning, design and conceptualization phases of building, particularly on complex

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ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2024

Esri President Jack Dangermond and Autodesk CEO Andrew Anagnost promise new GIS-to-BIM workflows as Esri and Autodesk's partnership works to bring planners and designers closer together.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 23, 2024

It’s critical that FM professionals engage, inspire, and harness the full potential of internal and external teams. Communicate vision, purpose, mission, and strategy for your organization clearly, directly, and continuously. FM Productivity Solution – Technology #1. Collaborate and communicate at speed and scale. #2. Ensure cost visibility and cost management capability. #3.

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Construction Dive

JULY 22, 2024

The planned 10,000-seat Richmond Diamond District Ballpark will be the home of the Flying Squirrels, an affiliate of the MLB’s San Francisco Giants.

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JULY 24, 2024

5 Ways to Overcome Cash Flow Challenges & Grow Revenue ccapoccia Wed, 07/24/2024 - 15:46 Two of North America’s premier concrete events took place just a few short months ago. Anyone who attended World of Concrete in January or the Canadian Concrete Expo in February would no doubt feel pretty excited about the state of the industry. The convention centers were filled to the rafters with exhibits that showcased the most innovative products and technologies available to customers, and legions

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ENR Construction

JULY 25, 2024

Crews building the Gordie Howe International Bridge recently celebrated the milestone for the crossing between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 26, 2024

Construction Aggregates The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) defines the construction aggregates industry as those companies that mine and process crushed stone and (or) construction sand and gravel. Construction aggregates are an essential part of the construction industry and serve as an indicator of the strength of the industry. All 50 U.S. States produce construction aggregates.

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Construction Dive

JULY 26, 2024

The Reston, Virginia-based builder continues to work on the Port Arthur project’s first phase, a $13 billion undertaking that will finish between 2027 and 2028.

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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!

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 24, 2024

ESOP: An Independent Alternative to Mergers & Acquisitions ccapoccia Wed, 07/24/2024 - 16:27 I ndependence drives the construction industry. Builders and skilled tradespeople constantly go out on their own and take big chances, because they believe there is a better way to get things done. Rugged individualism helps create better processes, more ambitious projects and durable businesses.

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ENR Construction

JULY 23, 2024

25 US grantees were selected from 300 applicants, some of them coalitions across regions to address air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions—with Pennsylvania and New Jersey the big winners.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 25, 2024

Construction planning, procurement, and project delivery integration is a prerequisite to the consistent delivery of quality facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build project on time and on budget. Failure to achieve the above is the #1 reason for the rampant waste endemic to public sector organizations. Achieving integration and collaboration among internal and external groups is far from complex.

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