September, 2022

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Quinnipiac University Partnership

Wholsen Construction

Engineering is one of the most challenging and demanding majors of any undergrad program – many of Wohlsen’s team members can attest to this! As a leader in the industry, The post Quinnipiac University Partnership appeared first on Wohlsen Construction.

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3 Reasons You Can’t Miss Trimble Dimensions+ 2022

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Trimble Dimensions+, the biggest construction conference of the year, is in person, in Las Vegas, in November! Register now.

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Level Up Design and Coordination Workflows with Accessible Reality Capture 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Picture this: your construction firm is looking to bid on a project to renovate an old factory into a new office building. The owner wants to preserve the structure’s historic look and feel while revamping the building’s internal layout and adding modern amenities. . It’s an exciting project, but it also comes with a host of challenges.

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Future of Net Zero Energy Buildings for Michigan Business Owners

Wolgast Corporation

We hear about energy efficiency, greenhouse gases, renewable energy, and carbon emissions more frequently these days, but maybe not as popular is Net Zero Energy Building or Net Zero Energy Building Ready. These aren’t new concepts, but with the flurry of attention on energy savings, we wanted to check into the current status for Michigan Commercial Building Owners.

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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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Construction Company Employee Compensation And A Note On Taxes

Contractor Bookkeeping

There are a few different methods that employers use to pay their employees, and while they may have similarities, they each also have implications for your construction business and employees. On top of that, there may be a blended model at play, in which you offer two types of compensation at once, such as a wage and bonuses. When paying employees, laws and the IRS have made the payroll function a time-consuming nightmare for the small business owner.

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Wohlsen Construction Announces Regional Vice President for North Jersey Operations

Wholsen Construction

We are pleased to announce that Mauro Rubbo has been named Regional Vice President for our North Jersey Operations. Mauro will continue to serve as the Regional Vice President of our Connecticut. The post Wohlsen Construction Announces Regional Vice President for North Jersey Operations appeared first on Wohlsen Construction.

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Debunking 5 Myths of Construction Management in the Cloud

Viewpoint Construction Technology

As more and more contractors move to the cloud, those that have held back are finding their reasonings are losing steam.

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Listing of LEAN Construction Practices

Job Order Contracting

Below is a listing of LEAN construction practices. Of these, only LEAN Job Order Contracting provides a robust framework that integrates internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery teams within a common data environment inclusive of actionable cost visibility, defined workflows, and quantitative metrics. 6 Sigma. Benchmarking.

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Using exterior-grade waterproofing in interior applications

Construction Specifier

By Makoto S. Weinstein, PE and Scott A. Tomlinson, PE. Photo © iStock. Designers of new construction and renovation projects sometimes prefer to use exterior-grade waterproofing and roofing products (collectively referred to as “exterior-grade waterproofing” in this article) within interior space for improved performance compared to typical interior-grade waterproofing products.

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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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How To Raise Your Prices: Value Over Price

Contractor Bookkeeping

As prices continue to rise, you've likely noticed that your cost of doing business has increased as well. After all, the main point of any business is to make money, and you can't do that if you're no longer breaking even. It's inevitable in every industry – you must raise your prices to continue making a profit. Many factors decide how much to charge, all of which are dynamic.

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Damage Control: 5 Ways to Manage Construction Mistakes

Autodesk Construction Cloud

And How to Avoid Construction Errors and Mistakes Altogether. When it comes to large construction projects, the last thing a contractor wants to deal with is a costly mistake that will cause them to absorb the repair costs into their budgets. However, this problem was exactly what one major contractor recently faced during the D.C. Silver Line Metrorail project leading to the Dulles International Airport.

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What Is Epoxy Flooring | Types Of Epoxy Flooring | 10 Best Epoxy Floors For Home | Advantages and Disadvantages of Epoxy Flooring

Civiconcepts

Introduction To Epoxy Flooring It is possible that you have never heard of epoxy flooring when you are considering various flooring designs. The epoxy resin flooring really stands out from … What Is Epoxy Flooring | Types Of Epoxy Flooring | 10 Best Epoxy Floors For Home | Advantages and Disadvantages of Epoxy Flooring Read More ».

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Construction Industry Trends: September 2022 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Decreasing material costs, a push for more BIM practices, and more high-dollar projects among the construction industry headlines in September.

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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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Managing Multiple JOC Programs, Contracts, Projects, UPBs, and Workorders

Job Order Contracting

Managing Multiple JOC Programs, Contracts, Projects, UPBs, and Workorders is now possible with full visibility and minimal administrative burden and cost! Programs, Contracts, Projects, and Workorders vary in size, complexity, required governance. Everything can now be done in a single point solution with full compliance. Move from information silos and percentage fee systems to the 4BT OpenJOC Framework (TM).

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Subcontractor Insurance: 7 Policies Subs Should Consider for Their Business

Levelset

Business insurance can help mitigate occurrences or disasters that can severely impact or destroy the good standing of your business. It’s important to know which policies make the most sense for your business, and how to choose policies that provide the right type of coverage to keep you protected. Let’s take a look a subcontractor insurance: when it’s needed, what happens if a sub goes uninsured, and what policies subs can use to protect their businesses from risk.

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Five Effective Ways To Retain Employees And Keep Your Company Healthy

Contractor Bookkeeping

Traditionally, employers have relied on giving employees raises to retain their staff and reward them for being hard-working and loyal. Raises can get expensive, and there is often an upper limit for what you can offer regarding increasing salaries and wages. Keeping your employees happy makes business sense. You want to keep your good employees, and it costs money to find, hire and train new staff.

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Tackle Any Schedule Change with Autodesk Build 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Construction schedules: they are highly complex, sometimes consisting of thousands and thousands of scheduled activities. This leaves you, the scheduler, to deal with tracking all the moving pieces to ensure projects stay on time and within budget. . Scheduling is not an easy task but it is especially difficult when you consider the complexity of managing all the changes that occur as the project progresses.

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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.

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What Is Epoxy Paint? | 5 Difference Between Epoxy Paint & Normal Paint | How To Apply Epoxy Paint

Civiconcepts

What Is Expoxy Paint? Epoxy paints are made up of latex acrylic and a small amount of epoxy, where epoxy is one type of polymer that is responsible for the … What Is Epoxy Paint? | 5 Difference Between Epoxy Paint & Normal Paint | How To Apply Epoxy Paint Read More ».

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The Connected Construction Professional Series: Construction Equipment and Fleet Management Professionals

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Your Construction Equipment and Construction Fleets are Your Company’s Biggest Capital Assets—Protect It With Better Data.

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Construction Project Delivery Leadership – Public Sector

Job Order Contracting

Greater focus is required upon Construction Project Delivery Leadership in the public sector. Efficient management of the built environment is critical to the environment, economy, and our overall well being. Repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build activities however have been notoriously ill managed. Both formal and professional education have not prepared real property owners to address the basics of planning, procurement, and project delivery that enable the consistent delivery of qu

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Top 15 Most Beautiful Cities of the World

Learn Civil Engineering

Are you unable to choose a beautiful place for a trip? There are many beautiful cities or places in the world where you may appreciate nature and human constructions. They combine perfect views with amazing art in ideal harmony. If you are looking for a place that is a perfect mixture of both man and nature […].

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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Ways To Get Rid Of Construction Accounting And Bookkeeping Confusions

Contractor Bookkeeping

Doing something different is hard. Do you feel like everyone else is the most brilliant person in the room, and you just don't get it? Getting into a rut and repeatedly doing the same things is easy. If those things work, then yes, continue to do them repeatedly. The problem is when something is not working, and you continue down the same path expecting a different result.

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Autodesk Doubles Down in Helping the Construction Industry Reduce Risk 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

As with every industry, everything ultimately boils down to the bottom line. But in construction, with razor-thin margins, the stakes are significantly higher and there is little room for the unexpected. Contractors are focused on executing efficiently and safety, while winning new business and staying profitable. . However, the industry is at a pressure point and unfortunately, the unexpected is one of the few things companies can expect.

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Thermal Insulation | Thermal Insulation Materials In Buildings | Best Thermal Insulation In Buildings

Civiconcepts

What Do You Mean By Thermal Insulation? The process of heat reduction and heat transfer between the thermal object within the range of radioactive influence, it’s called a process of … Thermal Insulation | Thermal Insulation Materials In Buildings | Best Thermal Insulation In Buildings Read More ».

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Connected Construction: A Special Discussion on How Technology is Transforming an Industry Worldwide

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Trimble and GlobalData break down the details behind the connected construction experience and how technology is redefining construction worldwide.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.

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Current Construction Cost Data CSI Masterformat

Job Order Contracting

Current Construction Cost Data CSI Masterformat is now more important than ever. 4BT exclusively offers locally researched construction cost data that is updated quarterly. Granular line-item construction cost data with labor, material, equipment, and productivity information. Organized using expanded CSI Masterformat. Over 65,000 line-items- repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build.

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Two Building Materials Manufacturers Expanding In Georgia

Business Facilities

GAF Materials will invest $146 million in Lowndes County, while YKK AP will invest up to $125 million in its Bibb County expansion.

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Intel Ohio Fab Breaks Ground, Leading Chip Plant Project Wave

ENR Construction

The project will support roughly 7,000 construction jobs, according to Intel. .

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