June, 2023

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Boston’s new construction safety ordinance mandates 3 key steps

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Henry Construction crashes into administration

Construction Enquirer

Henry Construction Projects has gone into administration leaving hundreds of suppliers and subcontractors out of pocket. Insolvency experts from FRP Advisory took control of the London-based residential tower builder yesterday evening. The collapse ends weeks of speculation about the contractor which has been strangling its supply chain of payments for several months.

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Addressing Expertise Gaps in Transportation with Staff Augmentation

Civil + Structural Engineer

Transportation agencies across North America are facing challenges in staff retention and development, accompanied by an ongoing reduction in workforces. At the same time, new federal funding is providing states with billions for infrastructure. In this environment, finding the staff to complete projects has become a high-priority concern for many agencies.

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Single Family Build-For-Rent Homes Reach All-Time High

The Pro Builder

Single Family Build-For-Rent Homes Reach All-Time High qpurcell Tue, 06/13/2023 - 09:33 In its annual Built-to-Rent Report , RentCafe's analysis of Yardi Matrix data shows an exponential increase in build-for-rent (BFR) home completion. Today, there are 44,700 rental homes in the pipeline—triple the amount of houses completed in 2022. Last year, the U.S. saw a record-breaking year for BFR homes.

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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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Scandinavian Modernism: A Conversation with Gert Wingårdh / PART TWO

Build LLC Blog

BUILD and Gert Wingårdh discuss design, clients' happiness, and what it means to be a maximalist. We hope you enjoy part two of this interview from our archives! The post Scandinavian Modernism: A Conversation with Gert Wingårdh / PART TWO appeared first on BUILD Blog.

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Construction job openings increase 68K

Construction Dive

There are more job openings than there are unemployed Americans and construction, like many industries, faces a growing need for workers.

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Semiconductor company plans $600M investment in Colorado

Construction Dive

The 100,000-square-foot facility forms part of Entegris’ new campus project, which is targeted to begin initial commercial operation in early 2025.

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4 strategies for contech success

Construction Dive

While money is pouring into the construction technology space, a fragmented customer base is holding solutions firms back. Here’s how to cope.

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Finnish manufacturer plans $750M Georgia mega factory

Construction Dive

Admares, a Finland-based buildings and homes manufacturer, will build a 2.5-million-square-foot factory as part of its relocation to the United States.

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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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Construction expert predicts flat material prices for second half of year

Construction Dive

Labor shortages, a manufacturing boom and infrastructure work are keeping the industry from returning to pre-pandemic price levels.

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Contractors swap hard hats for helmets

Construction Dive

Increasing availability and better protection have made helmets the new standard for major contractors like Clark and DPR.

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Subcontractor automation boosts profits while cutting costs: report

Construction Dive

Contractors that automate more than half of their subcontractor management processes see bigger benefits, according to Dodge Construction Network.

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Falling material prices expected to reverse course

Construction Dive

Additional upward pressure on materials costs will lead to a permanent shift in prices, according to construction industry sources.

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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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Despite $50B of investment, contech is being held back by its fragmented customer base

Construction Dive

Cash into the construction technology space grew by 85% during the pandemic, according to McKinsey, but the nature of the industry makes it a tough nut to crack.

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5 steps to keep change orders from becoming disputes

Construction Dive

Divergence from the original plans on construction projects is unavoidable. But that doesn’t have to lead to a dispute.

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Public projects surge, private starts falter

Construction Dive

Commercial and apartment construction are feeling the weight of higher interest rates, tighter lending and lower demand, as jobs tied to public funding jumped, Dodge said.

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Industrial construction is ‘cooling in some markets’

Construction Dive

Kyle Roberts, executive managing director at Newmark, talks with Construction Dive about an industrial construction slowdown in certain markets.

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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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Bills break ground, A’s plan move and Jags drop renderings: Latest in stadium construction news

Construction Dive

Some pro sports franchises are barreling ahead with plans for new venues, while others are reconsidering the right real estate for their future facilities.

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Canadian wildfires prompt Northeast contractors to send workers home

Construction Dive

Neither the Environmental Protection Agency nor OSHA have mandates on when outdoor work should cease due to hazardous air quality.

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Safety helmets that streamline worker training records

Construction Dive

The Malta Dynamics APEX Type 2 Safety Helmet with WaveOn Technology meets ANSI standard Z89.1-2014, and features a six-point suspension system for improved impact protection with adjustable head and chin straps for ultimate comfort and fit.

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North Dakota county cuts power on $1.9B data center project

Construction Dive

The vote to shut off power follows several failures to meet building codes and zoning ordinances, according to a county commission meeting.

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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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Subcontractors feel the pinch but still expect growth

Construction Dive

A shrinking labor pool and supply chain delays impact subs’ bottom lines, but the silver lining of the IIJA has gotten shinier.

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Single-family rental construction more active than ever

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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$6.6B Mountain Valley Pipeline gets green light to finish construction

Construction Dive

The much-delayed pipeline got permission from federal regulators to move ahead after years of legal challenges.

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ASHRAE unveils new standard to reduce disease transmission risk

Construction Dive

The trade group’s new guidelines provide requirements for many aspects of air system design, installation, operation and maintenance.

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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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What condo owners, developers can learn from the Surfside collapse

Construction Dive

Overdue repairs on multifamily buildings are a recipe for disaster, writes construction risk management expert Don Neff.

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Texas just nullified water break mandates. How will that impact construction workers?

Construction Dive

While some argue the local laws were unnecessary and cumbersome, others say they provided a baseline protection in the absence of an OSHA standard.

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Friday Feedback: How do you keep workers healthy when air quality is dangerous?

Construction Dive

Construction Dive wants to know how contractors across the country keep workers safe when outside air is unhealthy.

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