Fri.Jan 20, 2023

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AGC panel: An overly detailed safety plan can be a liability

Construction Dive

A massive rulebook that most workers won’t read can leave a contractor vulnerable to OSHA fines and lawsuits, according to panelists at AGC’s safety conference.

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Starting And Operating A Small Construction Business On Limited Funds

Contractor Bookkeeping

So you have a great business idea and are convinced you can make it work, but you don't have much capital to get your business off the ground. Juggling existing financial commitments such as a mortgage or bank loan could put a squeeze on your business plans. Many entrepreneurs use creative thinking and shrewd planning to get businesses off the ground with the smallest budgets.

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Construction input prices log biggest drop since April 2020

Construction Dive

December’s report marks the largest monthly decline since early in the pandemic and the smallest annual increase in nearly two years, according to ABC, but pricing pressures remain.

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Explored: Miscommunication in Construction [VIDEO]

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Anyone who has ever worked in construction knows the challenges posed by miscommunication: rework, serious safety risks, plus cost and schedule overruns. Project teams have more data available today than ever. But siloed technology and teams can lead to both information overload and data gaps that result in poor decisions and miscommunication. In hindsight, some construction miscommunications can be comical (as highlighted in our construction mishap cartoon series here ), but industry experts

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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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Five Minutes with Carol Ross Barney

ENR Construction

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New York Awards First Contract for $2.3B Syracuse I-81 Project

ENR Construction

Lancaster-Tully-led partnership beats two teams for $296-million contract, but start is unclear as state court injunction won by project opponents halts work execution.

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Did you know that we have a Newsletter Subscription button?

Rapport3

Did you know that we have a Newsletter Subscription button? There is a Newsletter Subscription button at the end of our website. You can click the button and fill out the form. You should expect to receive our newsletter on a regular basis and stay up to date with our latest Architecture, Engineering and Construction content. We post about the AEC industry, tips and tricks for Rapport3, our clients achievements, our products software updates, case studies and so on.

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Building A Shed: The Essential D.I.Y Guide

West Shore Construction

You can build a shed on your property for so many different reasons. Oftentimes people need extra storage, but you could also turn it into a workout room, a garden shed, a craft shed, or even a backyard studio. Building a shed on your property sounds a lot simpler than the reality, so we’ve put together some advice from the pros for building a shed on your residential property.

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Did you know that we have a Newsletter Subscription button?

Rapport3

Did you know that we have a Newsletter Subscription button? There is a Newsletter Subscription button at the end of our website. You can click the button and fill out the form. You should expect to receive our newsletter on a regular basis and stay up to date with our latest Architecture, Engineering and Construction content. We post about the AEC industry, tips and tricks for Rapport3, our clients achievements, our products software updates, case studies and so on.

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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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Securing Your Home: The Importance of an IP Intercom and Mobile Keyless Entry System

Learn Civil Engineering

It’s crucial to have a system in place for home security that offers ease and safety. IP intercom and mobile keyless entry are two elements that may improve your home security system.

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Clearing specifiers’ misconceptions about lightweight concrete

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy Byard and Schindler, 2010. By Ken Harmon Despite having well-documented performance capabilities, lightweight concrete often conjures several questions in the minds of specifiers. From its lead times to cost, unanswered questions can cause some professionals to steer away from the material, even when its use would enhance the building’s design and support cost-savings to the project’s bottom line.

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Revolutionizing Civil Engineering Education: Introducing the Leading Ed-Tech Platform for Civil Engineers

Learn Civil Engineering

Expert Civil is considered one of the leading ed-tech platforms for the civil engineering industry around the globe. An effort has been made to make information resources for civil engineering and construction available and accessible from anywhere, at any time, throughout the world by creating the greatest civil engineering website in India – Expert Civil.

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NY Awards First Contract for $2.3B Syracuse I-81 Viaduct Project

ENR Construction

Lancaster-Tully-led partnership beats two teams for $296-million contract, but start is unclear as state court injunction won by project opponents halts work execution.

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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.