Fri.Jan 27, 2023

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NY’s Carlos’ Law hikes penalties for jobsite safety crimes

Construction Dive

The $500,000-minimum fine for a felony targets contractors that have a “poor safety culture,” one attorney said.

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Seven Tips To Help Your Construction Business Adjust For Inflation

Contractor Bookkeeping

Inflation has ballooned worldwide in recent months, and there's no question that small construction businesses are feeling the pinch. Supplies cost more, employees are hard to find, and your profits are shrinking. This can lead to operating at a loss - spending more money than you make. Otherwise, you will eventually run out of cash reserves and be out of business.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Maggie Farrell, Diversity & HR Manager at S. M. Wilson & Co.

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Fact: R epresentation matters , and it greatly affects your employee recruitment and retention. This is why diversity and inclusion programs are vital to building a solid workforce in your construction firm. Multiple studies have shown that diverse teams are more innovative and perform better. A study by Boston Consulting Group found that firms led by diverse management teams see higher revenues.

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Reducing the admin burden for foremen: How construction apps can help save time

LetsBuild

How much time do you and your crew lose each day because you’re stuck working on time-consuming administrative tasks? If you’re like most foremen and site managers, it’s more than you’d like to admit—construction professionals spend over one-third of their time on non-productive activities. As a result, on-site activities get delayed, causing you to miss deadlines and go over budget trying to make up for that wasted time.

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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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Midwest People: November/December 2023

ENR Construction

Updates about construction professionals in the Midwest region.

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ENR 2022 Top 25 Newsmakers

ENR Construction

As varied as their backstories and accomplishments are, these 25 Newsmakers are united in their efforts to make the industry—and their communities—better places to live and work. Read their stories here and meet them in person at ENR’s Award of Excellence gala on April 13 at Pier 60 in New York City.

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How does Rapport3 help empower Australian AEC projects?

Rapport3

How does Rapport3 can help empower Australian AEC projects? Rapport3 has already demonstrated its suitability for the Australian market. Our team’s experience in the APAC region has meant we fully understand the requirements of Australian architects and engineers to have successful projects. "With Rapport3 we are able to be more efficient with work stage's, projecting, fee forecasting and resource planning, which before were quite time consuming.

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Top Starts: ENR Southeast Ranks the Largest Projects to Start in 2022

ENR Construction

Take a sneak peek at ENR Southeast's 2022 Top Starts ranking before the finalized list publishes with the March 6 edition.

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How does Rapport3 can help empower Australian AEC projects?

Rapport3

How does Rapport3 can help empower Australian AEC projects? Rapport3 has already demonstrated its suitability for the Australian market. Our team’s experience in the APAC region has meant we fully understand the requirements of Australian architects and engineers to have successful projects. "With Rapport3 we are able to be more efficient with work stage's, projecting, fee forecasting and resource planning, which before were quite time consuming.

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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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January 2023 City Scoop: Omaha

ENR Construction

Rich data from Dodge Data & Analytics for the Omaha area.

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How does Rapport3 can help empower Australian AEC projects?

Rapport3

How does Rapport3 can help empower Australian AEC projects? Rapport3 has already demonstrated its suitability for the Australian market. Our team’s experience in the APAC region has meant we fully understand the requirements of Australian architects and engineers to have successful projects. "With Rapport3 we are able to be more efficient with work stage's, projecting, fee forecasting and resource planning, which before were quite time consuming.

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Construction Economics for January 30, 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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Behind The Spending Forecasts

Ed Zarenski

2-1-23 Here’s a look at Nonresidential Buildings Construction Spending Forecasts for 2023. What’s Behind a Forecast? Two things to look at when developing a forecast: What is the current rate of spending (SAAR), and what direction has it been moving?, and, What has been the recent activity in new starts (new contract awards)?

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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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In Praise of Escrow for Taking Tension Out of Construction Payments

ENR Construction

I was working for a general contractor on several fast-track student housing projects in the late 1990s to fill a need in the Boston area, especially on smaller campuses that had limited space.

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3 Types of Manholes : The Ultimate Guide for Manholes, Purpose, & Importance

Learn Civil Engineering

Looking for an ultimate guide on manholes. We have got the right information for you regarding manholes. Manholes are the most frequently used underground structures for utility maintenance that allow access to installed pipelines for cleaning and inspection. It is an essential part of the sanitary system and water supply, the fundamental subsurface utilities.

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Choosing between restoring or replacing cracked, spalled, and displaced brick facades

Construction Specifier

Image courtesy Brick Institute of America, Tech Notes 18A. By Luke Niezelski, PE, and Stephen Holland PE Restoring brick facades plays an essential role in reusing existing building stock. Every project should answer this question: can the facade be saved or has the brick’s deterioration critically compromised the wall’s stability? Existing brick masonry is often treated as a maintenance item and not much thought is given to whole system performance.

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20 Different Types of Indian Marbles with Prices, Materials & Specifications

Learn Civil Engineering

In India, there are a lot of options for natural stone flooring. As you know, Indian Marble stones are one of the most famous natural stones. That is why Marble Flooring gives your home an elegant and fresh look. And, no doubt it raises the worth of your house as well.

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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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Busy Work or Empowerment? Something Has to Change About Tech in the Field

ENR Construction

For technology tools to make a real impact in construction they must be used beyond minimum requirements. That means understanding and respecting the processes of the jobsite.

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BE&K Is Building Boom's $500M North Carolina Supersonic Airliner Plant

ENR Construction

Startup Boom Supersonic plans to produce airliners at the 400,000-sq-ft "superfactory" beginning next year.

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BE&K Is Building $500M North Carolina Supersonic Airliner Plant

ENR Construction

Startup Boom Supersonic plans to produce airliners at the 400,000-sq-ft "superfactory" beginning next year.

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Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority Named 2023 ENR Southeast Owner of the Year

ENR Construction

Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority's successful efforts to speed up expansion projects amid ballooning traveller numbers has earned the airport authority the title of ENR Southeast's 2023 Owner of the Year.

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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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ENR Newsmaker Choices Highlight Inspiring Events

ENR Construction

In the cartography of human accomplishment, you’ll find ENR’s Top 25 Newsmakers in past years all over the map. I mean that literally and figuratively.

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Pulse: Project News for the Week of January 30, 2023

ENR Construction

Project news from Dodge Data & Analytics.

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On the scene, Midwest Events, November and December 2023

ENR Construction

The construction teams behind 24 projects that earned recognition as ENR Midwest’s Best Projects for 2022 gathered Dec. 1 in Chicago to accept their awards and celebrate their accomplishments.

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January 2023 City Scoop: Chicago

ENR Construction

Rich data from Dodge Data & Analytics for the Chicago area.

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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.