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12 Tips For Expanding Your Construction Business

Civil Engineer Blog

Business growth takes careful planning. This is particularly true in the construction industry. If you are ready to take your construction business to the next level, your first task is to make sure that you have the people and infrastructure that you need to deal with all of the new work. Otherwise, you could find […] The post 12 Tips For Expanding Your Construction Business first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Construction Cost Estimating Guide

Job Order Contracting

The following is presented as a Construction Cost Estimating Guide for enabling owners and design-builders to gain visibility into actual local market labor, material, and equipment costs. It has long been recognized that detailed line item estimating is a proven best practice for developing verifiable, objective, and actionable cost information for repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects.

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Revolutionising construction: the benefits of digital twins 

Construction News

Digital twins are reshaping the global construction industry by enabling better decision-making, reducing risks and increasing efficiency throughout a projects lifecycle. Unlike traditional methods that rely on static data, digital twins provide a dynamic, real-time representation of physical assets, enhancing project planning, execution and facility… The post Revolutionising construction: the benefits of digital twins appeared first on Construction News.

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Navigating the UK’s 2025 Building Regs: What Contractors Need to Know

UK Construction Blog

The post Navigating the UKs 2025 Building Regs: What Contractors Need to Know appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Points The 2025 UK Building Regulations, under the Future Homes Standard, aim to reduce carbon emissions from new homes by 75-80% compared to 2013 standards, focusing on energy efficiency and low-carbon heating. It seems likely that contractors will need to adopt heat pumps, improve insulation, and meet new overheating prevention and ventilation standards, though exact detail

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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology

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.

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Why Process and Execution Matter in Commercial Construction

Commercial Construction Blog

Experience is Not the Only Measure of a Great General Contractor In the world of commercial construction, developers and construction directors often face a common challenge: finding a general contractor they can trust. One of the most frequent concerns we hear is, “Have you done this exact type of project before?” While experience is undoubtedly valuable, it is not the sole indicator of success.

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Instead of build, build, build we should reduce, reuse, repair, refurbish, repurpose, recycle, recover

New Civil Engineer

Industrial economies have been shaped by a throwaway culture for over half a century. The carbon footprint of such discarded materials key contributors to climate change have underscored the urgent need to slow material consumption, particularly in the built environment. This has prompted… The post Instead of build, build, build we should reduce, reuse, repair, refurbish, repurpose, recycle, recover appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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How to Create a Pet-Friendly Garden with Artificial Grass

UK Construction Blog

The post How to Create a Pet-Friendly Garden with Artificial Grass appeared first on UK Construction Blog. For pet owners, maintaining a lush, green lawn can be a challenge. Traditional grass is prone to wear and tear, muddy patches, and discolouration from pet waste. Artificial grass offers a durable, low-maintenance solution that keeps gardens looking pristine while providing a safe and comfortable space for pets to enjoy.

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Column Jacketing: Types and Benefits Explained

Vin Civilworld

Column jacketing enhances the load capacity, durability, and seismic resistance of structural columns by adding materials like concrete, steel, and fiber-reinforced polymers around existing columns. This method is essential for retrofitting aging structures, meeting safety standards, and improving resilience against various loads, particularly in earthquake-prone areas.

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Christopher Grey Talks MA Building & Energy Codes at FGIA

CCR Magazine

Those participating in the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida, learned about the building, energy and stretch codes in the state of Massachusetts in a presentation about the complexity of backstop calculations from presenter Christopher Grey ( Simpson Gumpertz & Heger ). In this presentation, Grey provided an overview of the 2023 Massachusetts Stretch Code updates that impact faade design including requirements for air leakage, thermal bri

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How Top Firms Protect Margins in Costly Construction Markets

Construction companies face shifting labor markets, volatile material pricing, and global supply chain disruptions that threaten profitability. This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight. Learn how to deploy workforce agility, connected jobsite monitoring, automated procurement, and cost simulation models to preserve margin stability.

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Surrey specialist calls in administrators

Construction News

Design-and-build specialist Marbank Construction Ltd has appointed administrators. The 67m-turnover firm, which was headquartered in Byfleet, Surrey, specialised in commercial buildings, retail parks and distribution centres. Formed in 1994, its revenue reached 91m in its 2008 financial year, when it operated as a general design… The post Surrey specialist calls in administrators appeared first on Construction News.

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Skip Bin Hire: From DIY Renovations to Major Cleanouts

UK Construction Blog

The post Skip Bin Hire: From DIY Renovations to Major Cleanouts appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Are you planning a DIY renovation or handling a large-scale cleanout project? Are you overwhelmed by debris and waste piles, wondering how to dispose of it all efficiently? Finding the right solution for waste disposal is crucial for maintaining a clean and safe working environment, whether you are working on a small home improvement project or a major overhaul.

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The Tech Divide: How Construction Firms Embrace Emerging Technologies

AEC Business

What does a new study from the University of Sydney tell us about the digital divide between construction companies? The post The Tech Divide: How Construction Firms Embrace Emerging Technologies appeared first on AEC Business.

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PREMIER Design + Build breaks ground on NY Logistics Center

CCR Magazine

PREMIER Design + Build Group recently broke ground on the I-84 Logistics Center in Montgomery, New York, marking its first collaboration with developer Ridgecut Road. As PREMIER’s nationwide portfolio continues to expand, the project is another milestone for its growth in the New York region. We are excited to work with the Ridgecut Road team and continue our growth in the New York market with this facility, says Ryan Keefe, Executive VP of PREMIER, a leading national design-build construc

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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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Tender prices edge up as economic limbo hits activity

Construction News

Economic uncertainty and the continuing spectre of insolvency have seen contractors becoming increasingly risk averse, according to new analysis. However, there are also indications that the collapse of ISG last September provided a much-needed shake-up in the market. The latest data from the Building Cost… The post Tender prices edge up as economic limbo hits activity appeared first on Construction News.

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Wood, Vinyl, or Aluminum? Expert Advice from Cedar Rustic to Help You Choose the Perfect Fence

UK Construction Blog

The post Wood, Vinyl, or Aluminum? Expert Advice from Cedar Rustic to Help You Choose the Perfect Fence appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Phoenix draws commercial real estate investors. There is a healthy economy, business-friendly policies, and rising demand for office space, warehouses, and retail properties. But buying commercial property does not necessarily involve signing a purchase agreement and taking title.

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How Pollution and Dirt Are Quietly Ruining City Skylines

Construction Marketing

City skylines are meant to be a reflection of progress, innovation, and architectural brilliance. Yet, over time, many of these towering structures lose their visual appeal due to pollution, grime, and environmental wear. The slow degradation is often unnoticed until the damage becomes significant. From stained glass to discolored stone, pollution and dirt are silently altering the urban landscape.

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Addressing Low Productivity in the Construction Industry

CCR Magazine

Even small issues can completely derail your construction projects, resulting in a major loss of productivity. This is why smart, veteran managers use careful planning and robust workflows to improve their budgeting, employee onboarding, material and equipment purchases, and other operations. In this article, well focus on things youre doing wrong and share tips that will help you fix them.

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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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What’s Next for AI in Construction – An Interview with Oracle’s Josh Kanner

AEC Business

In this episode of the AI AEC Show, I sat down with Josh Kanner, Senior Director of Product and Strategy at Oracle Construction & Engineering, to explore how AI is transforming construction. The post What’s Next for AI in Construction – An Interview with Oracle’s Josh Kanner appeared first on AEC Business.

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The Role of IoT in Modern Home Construction

UK Construction Blog

The post The Role of IoT in Modern Home Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The hum of progress is the physical buzz of smart houses run on the Internet of Things (IoT), not just a figure of phrase now. Imagine a home that detects your presence, adjusts the heat to suit you, turns down the lights to a comfortable glow, and even pings your phone should the basement leak.

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How Emerging Technologies are Driving Construction Innovations

Construction Placements

How Emerging Technologies are Driving Construction Innovations As the construction industry evolves, new technologies like AI, 3D printing, and AR/VR are revolutionizing the entire processleading to faster builds, lower costs, and more sustainable outcomes. Explore how these breakthroughs are transforming the built environment and reshaping future projects.

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Rapid Prototyping: Definition and Best Practices Explained

CCR Magazine

Rapid prototyping is viewed as a crucial process in product development that allows designers and engineers to create, test, and refine their ideas quickly. By using various technologies, such as 3D printing to CNC machining, you can improve the turnaround time of your manufacturing process with the help of rapid prototyping services offered by someone like Dadesin , for example.

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Data Talks, CFOs Listen: Why Analytics Are Key To Better Spend Management

Speaker: Claire Grosjean, Global Finance & Operations Executive

Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.

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Sripath: Leading a global change

Roads Online

Images: Sripath. Sripath has continued its rich history of developing environmentally friendly mix additives, this time learning from best practice across several sectors to develop the PHALANX warm mix additive, an innovative design for hot asphalt and polymer modified bitumen (PMB) mixes. Sripath has long excelled in innovative product development, technical expertise, customer-centricity, and global adaptability.

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What To Consider When Setting Up a Warehouse-Based Coworking Space

UK Construction Blog

The post What To Consider When Setting Up a Warehouse-Based Coworking Space appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Coworking spaces have evolved far beyond traditional office buildings, with more businesses turning to warehouses as a flexible and cost-effective alternative. These large, open spaces provide an industrial-chic aesthetic, ample room for collaboration, and the potential for unique work environments.

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Covid loans: more than 8,300 construction claims suspected of fraud

Construction News

More than 8,300 bounce back loans issued to the construction sector during the pandemic are suspected to have been fraudulent, Construction News can reveal. The loans, issued from May 2020 as emergency relief of up to 50,000 for small companies, were backed by 100 per… The post Covid loans: more than 8,300 construction claims suspected of fraud appeared first on Construction News.

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Vectorworks-Bluebeam Link Enhances Real-Time Collaboration

CCR Magazine

Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. has partnered with fellow Nemetschek Group brand Bluebeam to enhance project collaboration like never before. The first integration of its kind developed on Bluebeam’s revamped integrations platform and APIs, Vectorworks’ Bluebeam Connection links Vectorworks files with Bluebeam Studio Sessions, enabling project stakeholders to collaborate more effectively from anywhere, at any project phase and on any operating system. “

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How AI Reduces Cost, Safety, and Quality Risks in Construction Projects

Risk management in construction faces pressure from tighter margins, compressed timelines, and increasing complexity. This guide shows how AI strengthens project stability by predicting risks across cost, schedule, safety, supply chains, and workforce planning. AI algorithms analyze procurement data, subcontractor bids, equipment performance, and site conditions to identify potential disruptions.

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Works fast-tracked and planning begins for two bypasses

Roads Online

Image courtesy of the New South Wales Government. Construction is set to commence earlier than scheduled on the Muswellbrook Bypass, as planning kicks off on the new Cessnock Bypass, both situated in the Hunter region of New South Wales. The fast-tracking of works on the Muswellbrook Bypass is the result of the Federal Government bringing forward its $304.8 million investment.

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Executive Summary of “The Evolution of eCommerce in the Construction Industry” Report

UK Construction Blog

The post Executive Summary of “The Evolution of eCommerce in the Construction Industry” Report appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The construction industry faces increasing pressure to adapt to digital transformation as B2B customers now expect the same seamless experiences they receive from B2C retailers. A recent report by eCommerce agency PushON reveals that over half of B2B buyers will switch suppliers if they encounter poor digital experiences.

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NMDC Steel Limited Recruitment 2025 | 246 Managerial Vacancies | Nagarnar, Chhattisgarh | 07.04.2025

Construction Placements

NMDC Steel Limited Recruitment 2025 | 246 Managerial Vacancies | Nagarnar, Chhattisgarh | 07.04.2025 NMDC Steel Limited has announced 246 managerial vacancies across various grades. Apply online by 7th April 2025. Check eligibility, pay scale, and more. The post NMDC Steel Limited Recruitment 2025 | 246 Managerial Vacancies | Nagarnar, Chhattisgarh | 07.04.2025 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.