Mon.Dec 19, 2022

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Traditional Facilities Maintenance Approaches Are FAILING

Job Order Contracting

Traditional Facilities Maintenance Approaches Are FAILING for several reasons… Most maintenance programs employed by facilities professionals are reactive. Predicting the cost to repair or replace equipment is beyond the capability of real property owners. Preventive maintenance programs lack both technical and cost visibility. 99.99% of CMMS implementations fail to manage costs.

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Contractor Michels Unit Fined $2.1M For Canada Drilling Fluid Spills

ENR Construction

Court orders Michels Canada Co. fine for guilty pleas to two federal charges of environmental law violations in contaminating British Columbia waterways during horizontal directional drilling in 2017.

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Facilities Management & Uncertainty

Job Order Contracting

Uncertainty – The inability to foretell consequences or outcomes because of a lack knowledge or basis on. which to make any predictions. Uncertainty fuels risk, excessive costs, and project failure. Many real property owners are reluctant or incapable of qualifying and quantifying uncertainty, resulting in financial and environmental waste. Learn more about robust processes for managing uncertainty. .

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Long Beach, Tulsa Port Officials Outline Launch of IIJA-Funded Plans

ENR Construction

The two ports are using $703 million in grants awarded this fall under the federal funding law for projects, from hardening facilities against extreme weather events to reducing emissions.

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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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Pros And Cons Of Using Concrete In Commercial Stairs

Construction Marketing

Commercial stairs could carry high volumes of foot traffic daily so they need to be strong enough to withstand trampling. Although concrete seems stark and cold, it may be the perfect material for constructing stairs in commercial buildings. But before making a decision, builders must weigh the pros and cons of using commercial concrete stairs. Some of these are listed below to help you make the best decision for your property: Pros.

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Recession Proofing with Rapport3

Rapport3

Rapport3 Tips & Tricks: Recession proofing with Rapport3 With the economic landscape resulting in AEC companies facing rising overheads, our team at Rapport3 want to ensure you are prepared. With our simple tips and tricks regarding grade rates and overheads, Rapport3 can help you recession proof your business. 1. Maintain Staff Cost Rates And Overhead Factors More Frequently Most Rapport3 clients update their cost rates for forecasting once a year, helping their teams get a better und

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Newark, Del.-Based Electrical Firm Credits Success to Dedicated and Adaptable Employees

ENR Construction

The revenue of ENR MidAtlantic’s Specialty Contractor of the Year, Nickle Electrical Cos., has returned close to its pre-pandemic levels.

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Recession Proofing with Rapport3

Rapport3

Rapport3 Tips & Tricks: Recession proofing with Rapport3 With the economic landscape resulting in AEC companies facing rising overheads, our team at Rapport3 want to ensure you are prepared. With our simple tips and tricks regarding grade rates and overheads, Rapport3 can help you recession proof your business. 1. Maintain Staff Cost Rates And Overhead Factors More Frequently Most Rapport3 clients update their cost rates for forecasting once a year, helping their teams get a better u

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Texas & Louisiana: Specialty Contractors Stay Optimistic About ’23

ENR Construction

Labor and materials challenges abound, but the region’s specialty contractors still see plenty of opportunities ahead.

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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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Designing the Process to Deliver Zero-Carbon Construction – Computational Design in Practice

AEC Business

Computational Design is generating increasing interest in the construction industry as well as a certain amount of confusion. It is not parametric design; instead it takes parametric design to the next level. It is a set of methods that will define how we design structures over the next decades. With Computational Design, you don’t design […] The post Designing the Process to Deliver Zero-Carbon Construction – Computational Design in Practice appeared first on AEC Business.

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ENR 2022 MidAtlantic Top Specialty Contractors: Growth Remains Elusive for Region’s Specialty Firms

ENR Construction

The 18 firms on this year’s ENR MidAtlantic Top Specialty Contractor list saw a drop in total revenue compared with the prior year’s level.

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Top 5 Coolest Buildings of 2022

Contruct Connect

As we bid adieu to 2022, it’s once again time for our end-of-year annual tradition. No, I’m not talking about plotting revenge against all those people who sent me fruitcake again this holiday season. It’s finally time to reveal ConstructConnect's Top 5 Coolest Buildings of 2022.

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Serve Local: 2 VPO Leaders in CMAA Leadership

VPO Blog

We're excited to announce that in 2023, two of our team members are serving as Committee Co-chairs for our Pittsburgh headquarters' local chapter of Construction Management Association of America.

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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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House Leveling: 10 Common Misconceptions and Truths Explained

Civiconcepts

When it comes to house leveling, there are a lot of myths about the process and what’s involved. Some think house leveling is messy, expensive, or damages your home. But … House Leveling: 10 Common Misconceptions and Truths Explained Read More ».

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Texas & Louisiana: Specialty Contractors Stay Optimistic About 2023

ENR Construction

Labor and materials challenges abound, but the region’s specialty contractors still see plenty of opportunities ahead.

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December 2022 City Scoop: Harrisburg

ENR Construction

Dodge offers data on 2022 starts in the greater Harrisburg area.

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MidAtlantic People: December 2022

ENR Construction

Updates about construction professionals in the MidAtlantic region.

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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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MidAtlantic Snapshot: December 2022

ENR Construction

Photographs chosen by our editors from submissions to ENR.com/midatlantic/photos.

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Contractor Michels Unit Fined $2.1M In B.C. Drilling Fluid Spills

ENR Construction

Court orders Michels Canada Co. fine for guilty pleas to two federal charges of environmental law violations in contaminating British Columbia waterways during horizontal directional drilling in 2017.

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ENR Texas & Louisiana 2022 Top Specialty Contractors: Despite headwinds, Specialty Firms stay Optimistic About ’23

ENR Construction

Labor and materials challenges abound, but the region’s specialty contractors still see plenty of opportunities ahead.

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