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Understanding Your Performance Gap | For Construction Pros
I do not mean to get personal, but would you mind if I asked you about your performance gap? Most businesses have one but may not be aware where they stand regarding their type of business. The performance gap is defined as the difference between the decided performance level and the company’s actual performance. The…
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Bill O’Neil, former W.E. O’Neil CEO, dies at 83
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. William “Bill” O’Neil II, former CEO and board chairman of Chicago-based W.E. O’Neil, who worked at the company for nearly 50 years, died on April 10, according to the firm. O’Neil was 83. Bill O’Neil Courtesy of…
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Bill O’Neil, former W.E. O’Neil CEO, dies at 83
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. William “Bill” O’Neil II, former CEO and board chairman of Chicago-based W.E. O’Neil, who worked at the company for nearly 50 years, died on April 10, according to the firm. O’Neil was 83. Bill O’Neil Courtesy of…
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UWE Bristol reveals climate event programme
UWE Bristol has revealed the programme for its next Digital Construction Climate Nexus event on 20 June. Ahmed Hagras, co-programme leader for the MSc BIM and senior lecturer in BIM at UWE Bristol, told BIMplus: “As the built environment faces increasing climate challenges, we must leverage the full potential of digital construction. This event creates…
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New York builders awarded $251M contract on I-81 viaduct
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Award: Viaduct removal and infrastructure upgradeValue: $251 millionLocation: Syracuse, New YorkClient: New York State DOT A team of New York-based builders secured the final contract for phase one on a major infrastructure job in Syracuse, according to a news…
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What’s in the Construction Products Reform Green Paper?
Simon Lewis and Michelle Essen review key points of the government’s consultation on its proposals for the reform of the construction products regime. (Image: Sergeevspb via Dreamstime) This 158-page Green Paper lays out the enormous complexity of our current system and the largescale changes proposed to transform the industry. It also poses 58 questions to…
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Clean energy manufacturers cancel projects as Trump-era policies take hold
Clean energy manufacturers canceled, closed or downsized nearly $8 billion in projects in the first quarter of 2025, as the Trump administration’s rollback of support for the sector sets in. Clean energy advocacy nonprofit E2 announced the cancellations last week as part of its monthly tracking of clean energy project announcements in the U.S. It…
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Wates reports progress on inclusion and diversity
Wates has revealed the impact of its inclusion and diversity strategy since its launch five years ago. Its Inclusion and Diversity Impact Report 2024 outlines how its three core priorities – fair treatment, fair opportunities, and fair hiring – have helped to guide positive change across the business. The report shows that since the inclusion and diversity…
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Contractor Snapshot: Asphalt Authority Focus On Quality And Care
Growing up in the asphalt and pavement industry is often the start of a pavement maintenance company. But not every company origin starts with a knack for marketing and returning interest in asphalt. Starting a business takes a lot of determination and can take a significant team effort. With enough dedication and effort, a company…
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We Found A Way To Save On Everything From Blu Dot To Kohler – Here’s The Secret
HEY THERE. For the last five years, I’ve been spewing out budget-friendly ways to design your home. I’ve taught you how to change up your furniture for free by working with your local vintage store; I’ve shared the credit card hacks I use to optimize my spend; I’ve revealed my top secret sources for brands…