AEC Business

MAY 11, 2023

The High-Rise – Northern Exposure seminar on June 13, 2023, is the highlight of the summer for anyone who wants to keep up to date with the latest trends and technologies in high-rise construction. The organizers have invited some of the industry’s absolute best to Helsinki to share their experiences and answer the burning questions […] The post The Must-Attend High-Rise Construction Seminar in Helsinki on June 13 appeared first on AEC Business.

Construction Dive

MAY 30, 2023

The suddenly-everywhere tech can spit out a contract lickety-split. But would you trust your $100 million project to it?

Contracts

Construction Enquirer

MAY 26, 2023

The government is considering plans to install solar power panels across the rooftops of commercial buildings. Its new Solar Taskforce met yesterday and highlighted the untapped potential of commercial buildings, schools, warehouses and car parks to generate solar power. Chris Hewett, chief executive of Solar Energy UK and co-chair of the Taskforce, said: “Installing rooftop solar power, whether at residential or commercial scale, is one of the best investments available, offering dramatic

Roofing Systems

The Pro Builder

MAY 24, 2023

The Right Immigration Reform Means More Affordable Homes rbinsacca Wed, 05/24/2023 - 13:00 Let’s get one thing straight: Immigration has always fed the U.S. labor supply. Throughout the history of our country and industry, people from every corner of the globe have fled poverty, violence, and oppression to seek opportunities for a better life in America, with jobs that others were unwilling or unable to perform awaiting them.

Ceiling Systems

Speaker: Dylan Secrest, Founder of Alamo Innovation and Construction Digital Transformation Consultant

Construction payment workflows are notoriously complex when you consider juggling multiple stakeholders, compliance requirements, and evolving project scopes. Delays in approvals or misaligned data between budgets, lien waivers, and pay applications can grind progress to a halt. The good news? It doesn't have to be this way! Join expert Dylan Secrest to discover how leading contractors are turning payment chaos into clarity using digital workflows, integrated systems, and automation strategies.

Approvals

Build LLC Blog

MAY 16, 2023

KUGGEN, photo by Tord-Rikard Soderstrom Back in 2014, BUILD met with Swedish architect Gert Wingårdh at his Stockholm headquarters to discuss his impressive roster of forward-thinking public and commercial designs. With completed projects in Scandinavia, Northern Europe, and the US, Wingårdh has designed work ranging from embassies and university buildings, to shopping malls and air traffic control towers.

Architecture

AEC Business

MAY 3, 2023

There have been several attempts to automate design tasks. You can go a long way with parameterized and algorithmic tools, but using machine learning has opened unforeseen opportunities for design automation. I talked to the founders of ARCHITEChTURES and witnessed how their AI-powered design tool could create astounding results in just a few minutes.

Building Automation

AEC Business

MAY 15, 2023

Suffolk Technologies, a VC firm focused on funding companies that address built environment challenges, has opened applications for its fourth BOOST program. The six-week intensive accelerator program aims to propel growth in built world startups, providing them with the necessary tools to revolutionize the industry. Participants will gain direct access to jobsites, deep operational insights, […] The post Suffolk Technologies Launches Its Annual BOOST Program for Startups appeared first on

AEC Business

MAY 23, 2023

Industrialization is a crucial strategy for increasing the productivity and sustainability of construction. I sat down with Tomi Pitkäranta, Head of Concept and Partnerships at Sitedrive, to discuss how the company’s products help contractors systematize and industrialize production. Sitedrive is a Finnish innovation. It originates from a 2016 internal startup competition of Fira Group, a […] The post Halve the Production Time with Sitedrive for Construction Project Management appeared fir

Project Management

AEC Business

MAY 2, 2023

We’re delighted to announce our partnership with Chicago Build, the leading construction & design show in the Midwest. Chicago Build will be taking over McCormick Place on October 11-12 and is currently allocating prime booths at no extra cost. Exhibit at the leading construction & design show to: Prime exhibition space is selling fast, so […] The post We Partner with Chicago Build 2023 appeared first on AEC Business.

Building Design

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AEC Business

MAY 9, 2023

Soeren Brogaard, the CEO of Trackunit, invited Aarni Heiskanen to speak about ‘situational awareness’ on the Downtime Talk podcast. Check out the interview. The post Downtime Talk Podcast Features Aarni Heiskanen appeared first on AEC Business.

Construction Dive

MAY 18, 2023

New legislation that requires companies to confirm that employees are allowed to work in the U.S. could result in severe consequences for construction firms.

Construction Dive

MAY 2, 2023

For most safety experts, “Lunch Atop a Skyscraper” is cringe-inducing, though it also evokes feelings of pride. For Construction Safety Week, several of them chimed in on the history of the photo, its significance and the red flags that stood out to them.

Construction Dive

MAY 1, 2023

The manufacturing boom is helping the industry weather softening residential and other nonresidential markets.

Sustainability

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

Construction Dive

MAY 11, 2023

The announcement came on the same day as an indictment of an accountant who allegedly defrauded the state out of millions in workers’ comp payments.

Construction Dive

MAY 24, 2023

OpenAI’s much talked-about language model told Construction Dive that AI is meant to collaborate with contractors, not rob workers of their jobs.

Collaboration

Construction Dive

MAY 15, 2023

Construction pros say given the shortage of workers, the tech will enhance more positions than it replaces, but employment law issues remain.

Construction Dive

MAY 16, 2023

Boosted by a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects, contractors continue to express confidence in their six-month outlooks, despite economic headwinds.

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

Construction Dive

MAY 9, 2023

The lending environment, which has grown more treacherous over recent weeks, could dampen new multifamily starts by as much as 60%, according to one executive.

Construction Dive

MAY 5, 2023

The firm allegedly segregated workers into all-Black crews run by White supervisors who harassed them with racial slurs at a $600 million Google data center project.

Construction Dive

MAY 31, 2023

The machine fastens reinforcing steel at a rate of over 1,100 bindings per hour.

Construction Dive

MAY 22, 2023

Hongtao Dang of Washington State University will develop a training program to engender jobsite cultures where workers feel comfortable speaking out.

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Construction Management

Construction Dive

MAY 3, 2023

Approximately 73,000 building job openings disappeared in the latest government report, continuing the industry’s wild ride in 2023.

Construction Dive

MAY 8, 2023

The fastest way to go out of business is lack of a good safety program.

Construction Dive

MAY 11, 2023

Experimenting with flexibility can be good in the long run, even if it doesn’t quite work as expected, experts said.

Construction Dive

MAY 11, 2023

According to a Lodging Econometrics report, recovery in travel demand led to first-quarter pipeline growth, though developers are seeking alternatives to new construction.

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.

Construction Management

Construction Enquirer

MAY 14, 2023

Barratt London is pressing ahead with plans for a major mixed tenure scheme in east London despite the weakening housing market. The firm has submitted plans to build seven blocks ranging from 8 to 30 storeys in Canning Town on a 4 acre site known as Crown Wharf on the River Lea. Around 35% or 241 of the planned 871 homes will be affordable. Under the plans drawn up by architects JTP and Met Works the tallest two central towers will be grey rising to 25 and 30 storeys.

Site Planning

Construction Dive

MAY 25, 2023

Crews poured 1,500 cubic yards of concrete at the massive semiconductor facility in Licking County, Ohio.

Concrete Pouring

Construction Dive

MAY 30, 2023

AGC called upon legislators and motorists alike to improve roadwork safety as part of its highway contractor survey.

Zoning