Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 24, 2021

Why Shared Responsibility Must Be the Standard to Reduce Construction Risk and How Technology Can Help.

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Collaboration 128

BD+C

AUGUST 25, 2021

Malls are important, they’re some of the most visited places in our communities, frequented by billions of people around the world every year. To survive, however, they need to become places that are about much more than retail transactions. Honestly, malls are in decline. Hundreds of American malls shuttered after the 2007-09 recession. And retail researchers estimate 25% of America’s roughly 1,000 remaining large malls will close over the next 3 to 5 years.

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Estimating 122

Business Facilities

AUGUST 26, 2021

Michigan-based SK Siltron CSS, a manufacturer of semiconductor wafers used in power system components, will invest $302 million and create up to 150 jobs in Monitor Township, MI. The new semiconductor wafer manufacturing and R&D operation will help meet the demand for electric vehicle components and is supported by a $1.5 million Michigan Business Development Program performance-based grant.

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Electrical Systems Site Planning Facility Management Building Products Distribution 121

Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 27, 2021

Have you been in business as a construction contractor or specialty contractor for a while, and now you are wondering what your construction company is worth? Nothing is ever as good or as bad as it appears. If you are like most contractors, you learned a trade, skill, or craft, and after a while, you decided to go into business for yourself and make "The Big Bucks," which was one of the happiest days of your life.

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Construction Management

Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 25, 2021

ASRC’s Scot Strickland shares why his company digitized its construction human resources workflows with Viewpoint HR Management and what it gained.

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Construction Management 127

Business Facilities

AUGUST 23, 2021

The migration of workers is not occurring in a vacuum. Available workforce is often the most important factor when companies make decisions about relocations—and where to put their corporate HQ. The post Corporate Headquarters: Base Camps For Business appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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PC Construction

AUGUST 24, 2021

The excitement on site was visible when the first truck delivering the Cambi unit arrived at the Piscataway site. Over the course of three days, nine trucks arrived delivering the modular Cambi components for installation. The post The Cambi THP System Arrives at WSSC Piscataway Bio-Energy Project first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.

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Modular Construction 105

Civiconcepts

AUGUST 26, 2021

Coarse Aggregate Replcement Aggregate is an important part of the concrete and acts as inert material in concrete. Coarse aggregates are uneven and granular materials such as gravel, sand, or … Replacement of Coarse Aggregate In Concrete | Alternative Materials For Coarse Aggregate In Concrete Read More ».

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BD+C

AUGUST 25, 2021

Giannis Antetokounmpo has been the talk of the basketball world after leading the Milwaukee Bucks to their first NBA Championship in 50 years. After dropping 50 points in the clinching game six and winning Finals MVP, it’s been well deserved.

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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

Business Facilities

AUGUST 25, 2021

Sungwoo Hitech will invest $40 million to locate its first U.S. manufacturing operations, Sungwoo Hitech America Corp., in Telford, TN. The Korean automotive supplier has purchased the former Alo Tennessee building in the Washington County Industrial Park, where it will create 117 new jobs. “Sungwoo Hitech has experienced significant growth, and we are excited to now bring our first production facility to the U.S., in particular, Washington County, Tennessee,” said Suk Je Lee, CEO, preside

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Site Planning 118

Practical Law Construction

AUGUST 24, 2021

The scope of duty and the extent of liability of professional advisers are two hotly contested issues at the core of many a dispute between professional advisers and their clients in negligence claims. For the last 24 years, the judgment in South Australia Asset Management Corp v York Montague Ltd , popularly referred to as SAAMCO , has been the leading authority setting out the principle of scope of responsibility that a court must consider when assessing a negligent adviser’s responsibi

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Risk Management Sustainability Approvals Construction Management 98

Civiconcepts

AUGUST 24, 2021

What Is Unit Weight? The unit weight of any substance is defined as the ratio of mass or weight per unit volume. It is generally measured in pound/ft, gm/cm or, … What Is Unit Weight of Steel | Unit Weight of Steel Bar Formula | Steel Unit Weight | How to Calculate Steel Bar Unit Weight Read More ».

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BD+C

AUGUST 27, 2021

A “Jewel Box” retail building is under construction at Miami Worldcenter, representing one of the last remaining retail components in the $4 billion, mixed-use project. The Jewel Box is located at the confluence of 7th Street Promenade and World Paseo open-air retail pedestrian streets.

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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

Business Facilities

AUGUST 25, 2021

By Dominique Cantelme. From the July/August 2021 Issue. A ccording to the International Energy Agency (IEA), based on current policy settings and economic trends, electricity generation from renewables, including hydropower, wind and solar PV, is on track to grow by 8 percent in 2021 and by more than 6 percent in 2022. However, renewables will still only be able to meet around half of the projected increase in global electricity demand over these two years.

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Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 115

ENR Construction

AUGUST 24, 2021

A new survey echoes prior research about advantages of progressive design-build and CM-at-risk.

Surveying 88

Surveying Building Design 88

Civiconcepts

AUGUST 21, 2021

What Is Brick work? Brick work is the laying of brick in a systematic manner with the help of mortar in a number of layers. In brickwork, bricks are laid … Brick Work Calculation | How to Calculate Quantity of Cement Mortar In Brickwork and Plaster Read More ».

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Masonry 98

BD+C

AUGUST 26, 2021

The California Energy Commission (CEC) passed new standards that would mandate solar energy and storage on new commercial buildings and high-rise multifamily structures.

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Building Commissioning Building Standards 105

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Construction Management

Business Facilities

AUGUST 23, 2021

A $124 million investment will create the Global Transportation & Industrial Park of Oklahoma, bringing global commerce opportunities, economic development, and jobs to the region. The post Ardmore Industrial Airpark Becoming Global Multimodal Logistics Hub appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Real Estate Development Infrastructure Development 105

ENR Construction

AUGUST 23, 2021

Rhode Island installed storm gauges on its bridges after 2019 storm.

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Learn Civil Engineering

AUGUST 21, 2021

In this article, we are going to know about “Indian Standards codes with downloadable links” for civil & structural engineers. This list of IS codes we categorized as per the different methods and materials which is used in civil engineering, you can find and download the Indian Standards codes in pdf format for the following […].

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Engineering Building Codes Building Standards 81

BD+C

AUGUST 24, 2021

MAD Architects has revealed the design for the Hainan Science and Technology Museum, located on Haikou’s west coast in Hainan province, shortly before the project is set to break ground at the end of August. The 500,000-sf museum draws from the site’s dual urban and natural context, set against the backdrop of a tropical rainforest. The museum’s main pavilion is shaped like a cloud in dialogue with nature.

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Building Design 105

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Construction Junkie Blog

AUGUST 23, 2021

This article is brought to you by ALICE Technologies Construction project delays are both frustrating and costly - but they’re also incredibly common. So common, in fact, that GCs no longer ask if a project will veer off-schedule or off-budget, they ask by how much? The bigger the project, the harder the fall. Large-scale construction and infrastructure projects involve complex scheduling, with many interdependent tasks and moving parts.

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Environmental Impact Assessment Budgeting Building Materials Manufacturing Cost Control 78

ENR Construction

AUGUST 23, 2021

Crews finish 3,500-ft pipeline at Energy Dept.'s Hanford site in Washington state to carry long buried radioactive wastes to giant treatment plant—two decades in the making.

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Painting/finishing 83

Business Facilities

AUGUST 26, 2021

Late last month, the City Council of Abilene, TX approved three major expansion projects presented by the Development Corporation of Abilene (DCOA). Dubbed “Project Tiger,” “Project Future Hope,” and “Project Double T,” they were approved for incentive packages totaling $7.6 million, and will result in an estimated $76.3 million total investment in Abilene.

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BD+C

AUGUST 25, 2021

Summit One Vanderbilt, a new, innovative destination that combines views, curated multi-sensory experiences, and cutting-edge technology, is set to open on Oct. 21.

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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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 27, 2021

Succeeding in today’s competitive and somewhat uncertain construction landscape requires flexibility, resilience , and—let’s be honest—help from technology. To overcome major challenges, like a global pandemic, you need to have the right skills and mindset, along with tools to make your life easier. . Jonathan Mabe learned these lessons first-hand as a young assistant project manager at Eckardt Group.

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Project Management Building Automation Building Materials Building Standards 52

ENR Construction

AUGUST 27, 2021

State DOT chief engineer cites volatile material prices and uncertain times.

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Procurement Engineering 80

Business Facilities

AUGUST 27, 2021

Defense contractor KBR will expand its operations in Huntsville, AL with a new headquarters facility and more than 160 additional jobs as it taps the talent pool in Alabama’s “Rocket City.”. Houston-based KBR will consolidate its presence in Huntsville at two buildings being developed at Redstone Gateway by Corporate Office Properties Trust (COPT) in partnership with Jim Wilson & Associates as part of a $65 million project.

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Real Estate Development Facility Management Site Planning Property Management 69