General Contractor
Articles covering day-to-day oversight of the construction site and management of building projects.
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Read ArticleHow to Find Talented Estimators During the Labor Shortage
Many essential roles in construction don’t physically involve getting your hands dirty. In addition to skilled labor, estimators are becoming harder to find during the labor shortage.
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Read ArticleOld Buildings Matter: Sustainability and Existing Structures
The greenest building isn’t always the latest and greatest, highest-scoring LEED-Platinum award winner; the greenest building is a building that is already built.
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Read ArticleThis CEO Is Using IoT Technology to Transform the Construction Industry
IoT can transform industries. Construction, while not leading in adoption, isn’t far behind. IoT technology is moving into the construction of new buildings, their maintenance, and their operation.
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Read ArticleGlobal BIM Standards: Is Your Country Next?
BIM (Building Information Modeling) is becoming the standard amongst major countries. Many now have BIM standards mandating that certain BIM levels are achieved on projects. Is your country listed?
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Read ArticleThe ELD Mandate Can Save Construction Operators Time and Money
A more comprehensive fleet management solution can help construction equipment operators stay compliant with the new ELD mandate. Discover the additional benefits in the way you manage your fleet.
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Read ArticleHow to Make the Most Out of Your BIM Content
What are the different BIM file types and formats available and how can you make the most out of these types of BIM content? Read this post to understand the different types of content.
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Read ArticleThese Manufacturing Executives Use IoT to Increase Profit and Drive Value for Customers [Interviews]
We interviewed Executives from Schneider Electric, ABB, Lutron, and Mestek to find out just how these manufacturing powerhouses are using IoT (Internet of Things) to drive value for their customers.
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Read ArticleSpaceX to Mars City: How to Build on Mars
Humans have been fascinated with Mars for centuries, and today the idea of building on Mars is no longer science fiction. We are crossing the next frontier, uncovering how to build on Mars.
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Read ArticleTop 10 Construction Jobs for 2018, Ranked
Skilled construction workers are needed like never before— and with the resource shortage across the globe, there is no better time to consider construction jobs. Here are the top 10 construction jobs
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Read ArticleNew Horizontal Elevator Will Make You Rethink Megacity Construction
A new elevator ditches the ropes, harnesses linear motor technology, and allows multiple cars to move in a single shaft in different directions. It’s changing the way megacities are built.
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Read Article2D to 3D Models: Entering the Third Dimension
The construction industry is in a state of transformation: from flat to fat; from two to three dimensions. 3D models in construction aren't just a thing of the future, they're here to stay.
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Read ArticleYou’re Burning Money Every Month on Job Submittals
Most construction firms could save over 70% of the time and money they invest into job submittals by making just a few small changes to the tools and processes they use to put packages together.
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Read ArticleResilience Planning in Design and Construction
Resilience planning is one of the most dominant themes in green building and sustainable construction. Is your construction firm prepared in the unfortunate case of a disaster, like flooding?
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Read ArticleAre Easier and Faster Job Submittals Always Better?
If you’re responsible for creating job submittals for your firm, you’ll agree they’re time-consuming and labor-intensive. Most firms invest 5-7 hours of work into each complete binder that ships out.
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Read Article5 Hidden Benefits of ELDs (Electronic Logging Devices)
The FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) now mandates that commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs be installed with electronic logging devices (ELDs). Here's what contractors need to know.
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Read ArticleBeyond Energy Efficiency: BIM in Sustainable Construction
Sustainability has become a buzzword everywhere. When referring to BIM in sustainable construction, it takes on special meaning for professionals.
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Read ArticleWhat Is a Point Cloud?
If you're taking a 3D laser scan of a site’s as-is condition and creating a 3D CAD model to estimate, detail, or renovate MEP projects, you might wonder what a point cloud is.
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Read ArticleThe Future of Building Design in 5 Minutes or Less
The future of building design is far too deep and rich a topic to cover in five minutes or less. Here are the top trends that are much easier to wrap your head around.
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Read ArticleHow Construction Asset Management Supports Success
For project managers in construction, there are several ways to improve your workflow. Construction asset management is one of those ways.
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Read ArticleBIM Content Is Everything
Content. It is essential for BIM projects. If you've ever wondered "what is BIM content and how do I use it?" this is for you. BIM content is everything.
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