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Preconstruction can change the entire way a project is delivered (if done correctly). New York’s Richter + Ratner is paving the path for its peers

Iain — Thu, 25 May 2023 15:04:27 +0000

Construction Today last sat down with Marc Heiman, President and CEO of Richter + Ratner Contracting Corp. (R+R), in 2021.

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Frank Bodami of Total Wrecking and Environmental breaks down his passion for the demolition industry

Iain — Thu, 25 May 2023 14:58:03 +0000

With a wealth of experience and expertise in the demolition industry, there is no better-informed individual with which to discuss the market than Frank Bodami, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Total Wrecking and Environmental (Total Wrecking). Having co-founded Total Wrecking in 2013, Frank is also a long-standing member of The National Demolition Association. He has served as Chair of the Risk...

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The ever-increasing role of the ‘I’ in BIM for construction projects. By Nick Scalone

Iain — Thu, 25 May 2023 14:53:37 +0000

The ‘I’ in BIM has always had the potential to be important in construction projects. It’s not a new concept and has been thrown around the industry since the 1970s. It wasn’t commonly known until the US Army Corps of Engineers first introduced the term BIM in a 1992 report on the use of digital technology in the construction industry. This simple concept has grown exponentially more valuable than...

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Two ways the construction industry can adapt to preserve its future, according to John Meibers

Admin — Wed, 03 May 2023 12:55:40 +0000

Inflation is on everyone’s mind, and for the construction industry, its impact is taking shape in several ways. One is through stagflation, the state in which sales remain constant, while costs continue to rise. To share more on this topic, we speak with John Meibers, Vice President & General Manager of Deltek ComputerEase. “I have been in the construction industry for nearly 35 years...

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Why managing workflow and optimizing digital operations are crucial. By Stephane Bensoussan

Admin — Wed, 03 May 2023 12:41:22 +0000

In the construction industry, multiple resources must be managed to ensure a smoothly running system. Construction organizations tend to be fragmented, comprising various projects and stakeholders – each facing unique challenges. The pace of change is immense due to internal factors, including labor shortages and material costs, and external factors, such as Brexit, supply chain issues and...

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Professional soundproof windows vs. DIY window soundproofing? By Randall R. Brown

Admin — Wed, 03 May 2023 12:17:20 +0000

General contractors that work on remodeling projects for multi-unit buildings, offices, residential and other real estate have a profitable opportunity to professionally resolve noise intrusion problems because DIY projects are proving to be insufficient. Some may be tempted to try various DIY tactics to reduce external noise like blocking the window with furniture, caulking gaps between the wall...

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As the real estate industry faces increased threats and competition, companies struggle with qualified talent. By Nancy Cox

Admin — Wed, 03 May 2023 12:05:04 +0000

As real estate companies continue to struggle with industry concerns like procuring funding, cybersecurity threats, tenant management, and occupancy – finding, retaining, and properly training top talent has become a major priority. In fact, the 2022 State of the Real Estate Industry Study conducted by The Bonadio Group found that participants across the industry specifically noted staffing issues...

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Bentley Systems teams up with Cupix to be powered by iTwin program

Iain — Tue, 02 May 2023 09:00:45 +0000

A global spatial digital twin platform that provides visualization and analytics has announced the addition of its leading product, CupixWorks, to Bentley Systems’ powered by iTwin program. CupixWorks is a state-of-the-art 3D digital twin platform that enables decision-making and collaboration through all stages of a building’s life cycle. Project managers, general contractors, architects...

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First soccer-only stadium in New York City to boost economy

Finelight Media — Tue, 02 May 2023 08:58:06 +0000

Approximately $780 million will be spent on New York’s first football-specific stadium. New York City Football Club (NYCFC) has selected HOK as the architect, and Turner Construction Company as the general contractor to design and build the stadium. NYCFC is confident that HOK and Turner will successfully deliver the Club’s vision for a 25,000-seat stadium that will become a community resource.

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C & A Seneca Construction’s success story is one of family, commitment, and collaboration

Iain — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 15:10:57 +0000

Founded in 1926, C & A Seneca Construction (C & A Seneca) is a family-owned and operated business specializing in hospitality construction projects around the Manhattan area. Currently in its fourth generation, the company’s decades of experience uphold an industry standard of building excellence across the hospitality construction market. The business strongly believes in the concept that today’s...

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