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Bank failures cause uncertainty for contractors

Construction Dive

The collapses of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank could weaken this year’s outlook for commercial real estate and construction, an economist said.

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Digital Builder Ep 44: Identifying Risk in Old Construction Tech Part 2

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In the second half of our two-part episode with Autodesk colleagues Lisa Chen, Technical Sales Executive, and Ross Wagner, Manager of Technical Sales, we continue talking about the obstacles preventing the industry from digitization and why legacy non-purpose-built tools are holding companies back. If you haven’t yet, catch the first half of our conversation with Lisa and Ross in Episode 41!

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Tutor Perini earnings ‘negatively impacted’ by legal issues, canceled work

Construction Dive

The Los Angeles contractor also said it lost a record $11 billion in potential new jobs in 2022 when owners canceled projects.

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Three interconnected solutions for 'saving' urban centers

BD+C

Three interconnected solutions for 'saving' urban centers 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/16/2023 - 10:33 Urban Planning Gensler Co-CEO Andy Cohen explores how the global pandemic affected city life, and gives three solutions for revitalizing these urban centers. Andy Cohen, FAIA, IIDA Multifamily Housing Office Buildings Transit Facilities Coronavirus Urban Planning Many believe that cities are in trouble.

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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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Biden’s 2024 budget proposal bolsters OSHA funding by 17%

Construction Dive

The plan would increase the agency’s number of full-time positions, but it still has a hard time filling jobs.

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Working in person isn’t worth the commute, employees say

Construction Dive

At the same time, about half of workers said being in the office is beneficial for career advancement, signaling a potential disconnect in priorities.

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Work Truck Week Sets Record Attendance

The Contractor Magazine

Largest event in the work truck industry returns to pre-pandemic levels with 14,885 attendees, sold out Green Truck Summit and exhibit hall.

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Los Angeles County approves local hiring PLA

Construction Dive

The agreement applies to solely jobs built by the county that cost $5 million or more.

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Viewpoint: Work From Home? Nope.

ENR Construction

As someone who has never had much interest in education in the traditional sense —I lasted about five weeks before dropping out of college—most of my valued knowledge and experience has come from working with and around people.

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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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Viewpoint User Summits 2023

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Join this free user event for Trimble Viewpoint users of the Spectrum or Viewpoint ERP! Network, ask the product experts, and earn up to 7 free CPEs.

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Meeting ceiling requirements in restaurant settings

Construction Specifier

Photo courtesy Ceilume and Little Jumbo. By Ben Carr; Michael Chusid, RA, FCSI, CDT; and Steven H. Miller, CDT Restaurants, cafeterias, banquet halls, commissaries, and other food-service venues typically have at least two different types of ceilings. In the front of house, which includes public-facing areas such as the dining room, bar, and reception area, visual aesthetics are of primary importance, including the ceiling.

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Aligning Cost Breakdown Structure with Work Breakdown Structure

In Eight

An adage in construction is that a successful project is any project that comes in under budget and ahead of schedule. Or at least one that doesn’t considerably over-run either one. In some cases, however, we have completely different audiences monitoring each of these two pillars within the triangle of scope, cost and time. While project teams in the field certainly care about costs, their focus in many cases appears to be on schedules: what are we doing this week, what do we need to prepare fo

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Bylt://™ Offshore™ – A Digital xD™ Series Focusing On Emerging Markets In Aquaculture, Marine and Offshore Energy. Available Via Your Bylt™ Passport™ On The BYLT™ SOS™ Social Operating System & It’s Partner Freemium Sites

Bylt News

Bylt:// Offshore Bylt’s digital xD is a first of It’s Kind for media, Models, Assets And More Via interactive & immersive Products Through It’s emerging markets. The series will be available via your Bylt Passport in xD delivered by the bylt SOS (Social Operating System & Modular Economic Infrastructure ) A new form Of Multilateral Protocol Dubbed “Hybrid Intralized Interplanetary Protocol” (HIIP ) Social & Economic Systems built on interacting fuse poin

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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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Virginia Bans Pay-If-Paid Clauses to Protect Construction Subcontractors

Constructlaw

Virginia has joined the ranks of states that ban “pay-if-paid” clauses. Contingent payment clauses, like “pay-if-paid” and “pay-when-paid” clauses, protect contractors: A contractor need not pay its subcontractors or suppliers until the owner pays the contractor. A “pay- if -paid” clause conditions a subcontractor’s right to payment on the owner paying the contractor.

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PC Construction Wins National AGC Build America Award for One Spruce Peak

PC Construction

One Spruce Peak-Stowe, VT South Burlington, VT – This week, PC Construction accepted a national Build America Award from the Associated General Contractors of America for One Spruce Peak , a residential mountain retreat at the base of Stowe Mountain Resort built in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The $46.5 million, six-story, 125,000-square-foot facility includes 27 ski-in/ski-out residences, townhomes, and penthouses.

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Construction Economics for March 20, 2023

ENR Construction

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.

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Morgan State University Named ENR MidAtlantic Owner of the Year

ENR Construction

Morgan State University is ENR MidAtlantic's Owner of the Year.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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At Workforce Conference, Lessons About Inclusion, Burnout, Ethics

ENR Construction

Gathered in a city populated by master musicians and chefs, ENR’s third-annual Top Young Professionals conference attendees absorbed another kind of expertise in New Orleans March 9-10.

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Atkins CEO George Nash Has Advice for Young Professionals

ENR Construction

Recalling limited facetime with C-suite executives as a young engineer, the now CEO of the engineer's North America business told ENR conference attendees that he welcomed emerging professional feedback "as a key part of being a good leader.

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GPRS Releases SiteMap, a GIS-For-Construction Platform

ENR Construction

Ground Penetrating Radar Systems, based in Toledo, Ohio, provides services that include utility locating, 3D laser scanning, acoustic leak detection, video pipe inspection, underground storage tank locating, concrete scanning and drone imaging.

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Design-Build Article Misleads On Walsh-Granite v. HDR

ENR Construction

The article “Walsh-Granite Lawsuit Against HDR Cited Standard of Care and Quantities” (ENR 2-6/13, p. 24-25) by Richard Korman contains false and misleading statements regarding me and my firm, O’Connell & Lawrence Inc.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.

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Ohio Sues Norfolk Southern for Train Derailment Damages

ENR Construction

March 14 civil lawsuit alleges railroad violated hazardous waste and water quality laws and failed to take proper care to prevent toxic spill in East Palestine.

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