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11 Construction Jobs That Work (Much) Better with Construction Technology

Viewpoint Construction Technology

New software technology is helping many parts of the construction business go faster. See 11 hotspots where the rubber hits the road!

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Episode 11: How Collaboration with Employees Can Fix Safety Blind Spots

Safety Services Company

Safety is not something that can be solved by one person alone. It requires collaboration and buy-in from all levels of an organization. As the saying goes, it takes a village. Jason Damm is the Natural Resources Project Manager and Health and Safety Coordinator at Metric Environmental. He shares why it’s important for safety professionals to be humble and to factor in feedback from others when investigating and refining safety plans.

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Invoicing Construction Clients The Fast And Easy Way

Contractor Bookkeeping

Creating invoices and receipts is vital to successfully running a business. You need receipts to track your purchases and expenses. Your clients need invoices for their tax purposes and to manage their finances. Paper receipts and invoices have been around a long time, so many people are used to them and may even resist moving away from them. Thanks to technology, paper receipts and invoices are becoming more a thing of the past.

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What Is Kitchen Triangle | Kitchen Work Triangles | Kitchen Triangle Dimensions | Kitchen Work Triangle Rules

Civiconcepts

What Is The Kitchen Work Triangle? One concept you can use to create a more efficient layout in your kitchen is the “Kitchen Triangle“ The three points of the triangle … What Is Kitchen Triangle | Kitchen Work Triangles | Kitchen Triangle Dimensions | Kitchen Work Triangle Rules Read More ».

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How CMiC Helps Construction Teams Stay Ahead of Project Risk

CONSTRUCT™ by CMiC delivers structured project management built for the realities of construction. It brings together RFIs, submittals, drawings, and punch lists in a connected environment that prevents gaps in communication and documentation. Risk is managed in real time with issue tracking, automated compliance checks, and daily journals that surface hidden patterns.

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State of the Construction Industry: November 2021 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Much-needed good news for the construction industry highlights the stories we were following in November.

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Passive Solar Greenhouses in Ladakh

Natural Building

Ladakh has a long and harsh winter season when temperatures hit as low as -30°C (-22°F). These long winters reduce the cropping season to barely four or five months in a year. Other factors include low precipitation largely in the form of heavy snowfall, high wind velocity, sparse plant density, thin atmosphere with high volumes of UV radiation and a fragile ecosystem.

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Queen Bed Dimensions | Dimensions on Queen Size Bed

Civiconcepts

What Is Bed? A bed is a piece of furniture made from wood or other materials which are used for sleep or rest. A bed is typically used with the … Queen Bed Dimensions | Dimensions on Queen Size Bed Read More ».

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AirTrunk Unveils Tokyo Data Center, Set To Be Largest In Japan

Business Facilities

Australian AirTrunk has established its first data center in Japan; the sprawling Tokyo complex will become the country's largest data campus. The post AirTrunk Unveils Tokyo Data Center, Set To Be Largest In Japan appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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Specifying suspended acoustic baffles

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy Rockfon. By Gary Madaras, PhD. The need to decrease indoor noise levels and improve auditory comfort, speech intelligibility, and sound privacy by specifying high-performing, sound-absorbing surfaces or objects is well-established in building standards, guidelines, and rating systems. Building owners and occupants expect their spaces to function well acoustically, even if they do not verbalize this during the design phase or the building is not required to comply with any specifi

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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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New York City Dept. of Buildings Explores Drones for Facade Inspections

ENR Construction

New report sees potential for drone use in city building inspections, recommends further study of the issue before restrictions are lifted.

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What Is Concrete Edging | Types of Concrete Edging | Concrete Curbing | Concrete Garden Edging

Civiconcepts

What Is Concrete Edging? Concrete edging is a landscaping operation which aim is to create a border between two types of the ground line between the garden and pawn. Edging … What Is Concrete Edging | Types of Concrete Edging | Concrete Curbing | Concrete Garden Edging Read More ».

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New Mexico: Intel Plans $3.5 Billion Expansion In Rio Rancho

Business Facilities

Semiconductor giant Intel will create 700 high-wage jobs at its chip fab in Sandoval County, New Mexico. The post New Mexico: Intel Plans $3.5 Billion Expansion In Rio Rancho appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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Demystifying fire-retardant treated wood specifications

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy Hoover Treated Wood Products Inc. By Mike Eckhoff, PhD. The U.S. is experiencing a “wood revival” contributing to the complexity of fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) specifications. This demand for wood products continues to grow as designers appreciate its renewability, versatility, aesthetics, and most important, its ability to sequester carbon once installed.

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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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With Solid November Jobs Gain, Construction Workforce Nears Pre-Pandemic Level

ENR Construction

The unemployment rate was up from October level but has improved year over year.

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How Many Bags of Concrete Do I Need For 10×10 Slab

Civiconcepts

How many bags of concrete do I need for a 10×10 slab? Let me clear first, here we are discussing ready mix concrete bags. Traditionally, concrete is made by mixing … How Many Bags of Concrete Do I Need For 10×10 Slab Read More ».

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Transcom To Establish North American Presence In South Carolina

Business Facilities

Customer service specialist Transcom will begin expanding its operations to the North American market with new office space in Greenville County, SC. The post Transcom To Establish North American Presence In South Carolina appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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How Clash Detection Evolved Into Everyone’s Tool

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Teams are changing their approach to collaborative design. Over the last several years, we’ve seen a major shift in the ways project teams work together and the requirements that owners put on contractors. Design-Build project delivery, lean methodologies, and joint ventures are at an all-time high, and accelerated by digital adoption from at-home work and the Covid-19 pandemic.

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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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US Energy Dept. Awards Latest Nuclear Complex Megacontract

ENR Construction

Fluor-led team gains performance-based management award at DOE Oak Ridge, Tenn. and Texas-based Pantex complexes valued at up to $2.8B annually for a possible 10 years.

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What Is Concrete Grinder | Types of Concrete Grinders | Walk Behind Concrete Grinder

Civiconcepts

What Is Concrete Grinder? A concrete grinder is a tool used to perform finishing on concrete surfaces. It is also used to perform grinding and leveling of the concrete surface. … What Is Concrete Grinder | Types of Concrete Grinders | Walk Behind Concrete Grinder Read More ».

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Hootsuite To Create More Than 60 Jobs With New Atlanta Office

Business Facilities

Canadian software as a service (SaaS) company Hootsuite will launch its new space in Atlanta's Tech Square by early 2022. The post Hootsuite To Create More Than 60 Jobs With New Atlanta Office appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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6 Common Causes of Cost Overruns in Construction Projects

Autodesk Construction Cloud

How Proper Planning Can Help Keep Your Project on Budget. It’s safe to say that cost overruns in construction projects have become an industry-wide status quo. In fact, according to a study from KPMG, just 31% of all projects came within 10% of the budget in the past 3 years. However, with construction budgets being scrutinized more so than ever and overall industry productivity remaining a constant concern, construction professionals can’t really afford to accept the new normal.

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Guide to Solving Labor, Equipment, and Materials Management Gaps

Specialty contractors operate in a high-pressure environment where labor, equipment, and materials must be managed with precision. Delays, misalignments, and compliance gaps can derail performance and cut into margins. This guide offers a structured approach to managing LEMs using integrated systems, predictive analytics, and transparent workflows. From reducing idle equipment time to maintaining compliance and tightening inventory control, every recommendation in this guide is built around impr

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Project of the Year and Best Residential/Hospitality: Clippership Wharf

ENR Construction

Built to be resilient against future sea level rise, the mixed-use development on East Boston’s waterfront transformed an underutilized area into an active and publicly accessible extension of its surrounding neighborhood.

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Construction called to perform on net-zero plans

Construction Law

The construction industry will be at the centre of developments over the next generation to combat the climate change emergency; that much must now be clear after the COP26 meeting in Glasgow. Some of this will be reflected in changes to construction contracts, possibly more decarbonisation related regulation of industry activities and a general increase in the amount of monitoring and reporting of carbon footprints.

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Mississippi: Milwaukee Tool Expands In Grenada And Clinton

Business Facilities

Hardware maker Milwaukee Tool expects to create 800 new jobs in Grenada, MS and will add 400 more in Greenwood, Jackson and Olive Branch. The post Mississippi: Milwaukee Tool Expands In Grenada And Clinton appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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Roof Leak Detection | What Can a Leaking Roof Due to My Home | What Are the Symptoms of a Leaking Roof | What Causes a Roof to Leak

CivilJungle

Roof Leak Detection. At first, we have to do an initial survey on a roof to know whether there have any leaks or not. If your home early has any types of leaks then firstly, check those parts again because this part of the roof can leak again. So, you have to check carefully of your roof. There have many signs of leaks, some leaks can be detected easily and some are becoming difficult to find.

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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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Vogtle Monitors: Nuke Project May Not Complete Until 2024

ENR Construction

Construction monitors see ongoing issues at the project continuing to delay completion targets.

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Hopkins Architects Win New London Award

Rapport3

We are thrilled to see our client Hopkins Architects win the NLA Award in the Working category for 100 Liverpool Street. Last week the NLA’s annual New London Awards was hosted, in association with the Mayor of London. The awards celebrate all scales of projects, that enhance the vision for a New London: a city that is sustainable, civilized and egalitarian, with improved standards of design and quality.

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U.S. Tech Firm Helm360 Expands Operations In Costa Rica

Business Facilities

Global tech innovator Helm360 will continue to expand its Costa Rican operations with a new $3.5 million facility in Pérez Zeledón. The post U.S. Tech Firm Helm360 Expands Operations In Costa Rica appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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