Construction Dive

APRIL 6, 2023

The company’s program aims to streamline materials procurement through the use of AI.

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Prodyogi

APRIL 6, 2023

Wi-Fi connectivity issues can be incredibly frustrating and can severely affect the productivity of a worker. While there are various technical causes of low Wi-Fi connectivity, interference caused by building materials is often overlooked. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 6, 2023

Local groups are pushing for an alternative to reduce congestion in the area that doesn't involve highway widening.

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PC Construction

APRIL 6, 2023

Early last Saturday morning, PC’s team on the BETA Technologies project site gathered to execute a carefully orchestrated pick to set the building’s skylight ridge beams. Given the building’s location directly adjacent to the Burlington International Airport runways, bringing a tall crane onsite was not ideal. As a result, the team utilized a helicopter, hovering 155 feet above ground, to place the steel beams at the top of the 55-foot-tall building.

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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Construction Dive

APRIL 6, 2023

Matt Terry sees more focus on emotional and mental health of the workforce and increases in data-driven decisions on projects.

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Contruct Connect

APRIL 6, 2023

ConstructConnect’s Product Team is among the best in the world, according to a new report.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 6, 2023

West Virginia approval was vacated by a Richmond, Va., federal court, which cited errors and ordered a permit redo for the 303-mile line from the Marcellus shale region in the currently halted project's latest legal battle.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 6, 2023

The 1 Java Street project will be entirely heated and cooled by a vertical closed-loop structure.

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Civil Manage

APRIL 6, 2023

Did you know that there are currently around ten million people who work in the construction industry? In today’s fast-paced and competitive construction industry, finding the right talent to drive your projects to success is more crucial than ever. With a myriad of responsibilities and complex projects, many companies struggle to attract and retain skilled.

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Civil Digital

APRIL 6, 2023

Some temporary buildings require planning permission either because they will be used for a longer time or because they are large. They are subject to planning regulations for temporary buildings to ensure the safety of the users. As such, they have to meet the minimum set building standards and codes during planning and after construction. Read more The post Permission and Regulations Involved When Planning for Temporary Buildings appeared first on CivilDigital.

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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.

Construction Management

In Eight

APRIL 6, 2023

Predicting cost to deliver a project is a challenge for owners and contractors alike. As an owner, the responsibility to pay for changes in estimated costs depends largely on the terms of the individual contract that was awarded. How many in our industry have prepared estimates with costs that shot up far beyond predictions without much advance notice?

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One Key Resources

APRIL 6, 2023

In 2016, McKinsey & Co. released a seminal article entitled “Imagining construction’s digital future” ( 4 ), where they ranked construction behind all but one industry with regard to its digital journey and proposed “5 big ideas” for how the industry can digitize.

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AEC Business

APRIL 6, 2023

Field Materials says it is the world’s first material-purchasing software powered by AI. The startup has now raised a $4.65 million seed round. Founders Eldar Sadikov and Victor Gane are Stanford-educated serial entrepreneurs. They sold their previous company to PayPal in 2018 and have backgrounds in AI, payments, e-commerce, and construction. Blumberg Capital leads the […] The post AI-Powered Construction Material Procurement App Raises $4.65M appeared first on AEC Business.

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Equipment World

APRIL 6, 2023

The ZAXIS-7 models, ranging from 31,973 to 76,955 pounds, "can work in congested areas while keeping lanes open on road projects.

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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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iField Smart

APRIL 6, 2023

Construction management involves a series of activities within various project phases including planning, design, construction, and facilities management. Effective and efficient construction management aims at four principal objectives viz. scope, time, cost, and quality. Connected construction management processes and tools plug gaps between planners, designers, contractors, construction managers, and onsite personnel to achieve hassle-free field operations.

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The Korte Company

APRIL 6, 2023

Mindy Keiser isn’t one for snap judgments. And as an estimator, this cautious approach has always served her well. She’s worked on the corporate headquarters addition for Subsurface Constructors, Stillwater Memory Care , Anderson Hospital Physicians Office Building and Anderson Outpatient Surgery Ambulatory Surgery Center and Pediatric Clinic , to name a few.

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BD+C

APRIL 6, 2023

Design for belonging: An introduction to inclusive design 0 dbarista Thu, 04/06/2023 - 09:53 Architects The foundation of modern, formalized inclusive design can be traced back to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990. The movement has developed beyond the simple rules outlined by ADA regulations resulting in features like mothers’ rooms, prayer rooms, and inclusive restrooms.

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Constructlaw

APRIL 6, 2023

Globalization increasingly fosters complex cross border transactions and other international business relationships. These transactions and business dealings often give rise to disputes that are commonly resolved through international arbitration. International arbitration is a private dispute resolution process that largely resides outside of the courts of a particular jurisdiction.

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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.

Risk Management

ENR Construction

APRIL 6, 2023

University researchers in West Virginia and South Dakota will gain $16M for front-end design of extraction facilities, with $450M also awarded across the U.S. for clean energy demonstration projects at mine sites.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 6, 2023

Photos courtesy Tremco CPG Inc. Natural disasters, such as hurricanes and tornadoes, are inevitable throughout North America, leaving millions of homes exposed to damaging winds and weather conditions. Lasting a few hours to days, damage from these disasters takes years to fully repair infrastructure, rebuild homes, restore buildings, and get families and communities back on their feet.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 6, 2023

West Virginia agency's approval has been vacated by a federal court in Richmond, Va., which cited errors and ordered a permit redo for the 303-mile line from the Marcellus shale region in the ongoing project's latest legal battle.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 6, 2023

It’s essential that business owners make the health and safety of their employees a priority. Whatever the industry, employers have a duty of care to their workforce. However, one sector that is particularly high risk is construction. This is a hazardous industry to work in that consistently sees the highest injury and fatality levels. Employers in this sector need to take additional steps to look out for the health and safety of those working onsite, as well as protecting their construction fir

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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 Construction

APRIL 6, 2023

University researchers in West Virginia and South Dakota will gain $16M for front-end design of extraction facilities, with $450M awarded over five years across the US for clean energy demonstration projects at mine sites.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 6, 2023

Override of the veto faces exceptionally long odds of securing two-thirds majorities in both houses of Congress.

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