General contractor

Recovery Experts: W.J. Smith Construction Announces Range of Emergency Recovery Services

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Vendredi, mai 3, 2024

Installation, Safety, General contractor, Life, Trust

Smith Construction, a General Contractor in Greenville, NC , is thrilled to announce the launch of its range of emergency recovery services, including roofing, window installations, and siding repairs, to ensure safety and restoration for homeowners.

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Smith Construction, a General Contractor in Greenville, NC , is thrilled to announce the launch of its range of emergency recovery services, including roofing, window installations, and siding repairs, to ensure safety and restoration for homeowners.
Smith Construction, led by experienced General Contractor Willie Smith, have been designed to provide a swift and reliable solution to homes damaged by adverse weather conditions, old age, or other factors.
Smith Construction, we bring your dream home to life, from the foundation to the flawless finishing touches,” said a spokesperson.
Smith Construction offers a full-service design-build contractor service where the company handles every step of the process with expertise.

Applied Software, GRAITEC Group Expands Sustainability Scholarship Program

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Mardi, avril 30, 2024

Education, GRAITEC, Research, Student, Software, Professional, AEC, Creativity, General contractor, Growth, Nursing

ATLANTA, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Applied Software, GRAITEC Group, a leading systems integrator in the AEC, construction, and manufacturing industries, announced today it is bringing back its "Keeping AEC Green" scholarship program for a second year and is expanding to accept essay entries from high school students in Canada. Designed to encourage students to explore careers in sustainable construction, the program will award four winners this year more than $3,000 toward their future education.

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"GRAITEC and Applied Software are glad to do our part among AEC companies actively trying to solve the industry's labor shortage and encouraging more sustainable construction practices," said Scott McMaster Executive Vice President, GRAITEC North America.
Applied Software, GRAITEC Group launched the scholarship contest in 2023 and received more than 200 entries in the inaugural contest.
Executives from Applied Software, GRAITEC Group and a panel of industry judges will evaluate each entry and award four students receiving the highest scores with scholarship donations.
The first-place winners' high schools will also receive a $500, or CA$500, donation to their technology innovation department or similar program from Applied Software, GRAITEC Group.

PlanHub Unveils Upgraded Private Planrooms and Additional Tools for General Contractors

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Jeudi, avril 25, 2024

ITB, Directory, General contractor, Thought, PALM, Software as a service, Construction

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PlanHub, the leading cloud-based preconstruction software (SaaS) platform, has announced the rollout of a new-and-improved private planroom experience. Building upon the all-in-one solution's already-extensive array of tools, PlanHub's new and improved private planroom helps general contractors network, find more qualified subcontractors for their projects and simplify bid management like never before.

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Building upon the all-in-one solution's already-extensive array of tools, PlanHub's new and improved private planroom helps general contractors network, find more qualified subcontractors for their projects and simplify bid management like never before.
With our enhanced private planroom, we're proud to offer general contractors new and exciting ways to help them network, connect and grow - Ro Bhatia
With private planrooms, general contractors can confidently grow and collaborate with their network of subcontractors.
Plus, general contractors can create lists of subcontractors to send ITBs to, and restrict access to projects to keep them private.
"With our enhanced private planroom, we're proud to offer general contractors new and exciting ways to help them network, connect and grow."

The Housing Authority of the City of Alameda celebrates the start of construction at North Housing

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Mercredi, avril 24, 2024

ALAMEDA, Calif., April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate the start of construction of the North Housing Master Plan, the Housing Authority of the City of Alameda (AHA) and its affiliate Island City Development is hosting a start of construction celebration event on April 24th (from 3pm to 5pm) at 2000 Lakehurst Circle in Alameda.

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ALAMEDA, Calif., April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate the start of construction of the North Housing Master Plan, the Housing Authority of the City of Alameda (AHA) and its affiliate Island City Development is hosting a start of construction celebration event on April 24th (from 3pm to 5pm) at 2000 Lakehurst Circle in Alameda.
The North Housing Master Plan is a multi-year commitment for AHA, along with Island City Development, to create 586 homes to serve low-income Alamedans in need of affordable housing.
Island City Development ( www.islandcitydevelopment.org ), an affiliate of AHA, is the developer of this project and the Housing Authority of the City of Alameda owns the land.
Funders to the project include the City of Alameda (HOME, Community Block Development Grant, Permanent Local Housing Allocation, and Inclusionary Housing funds), US.

Agilix Labs Unveils BusyBee: An AI-Personalized Learning & Teaching Assistant

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Lundi, avril 15, 2024

Education, Learning, Motivation, Heart, Partnership, Student, History, Curriculum, Educational technology, General contractor, Knowledge, Tutoring

OREM, Utah, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a leap forward for educational technology, Agilix Labs is proud to announce the launch of BusyBee, an AI-powered assistant built on the Agilix Learning Suite, that promises to transform the learning experience for students, teachers, and families alike.

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OREM, Utah, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a leap forward for educational technology, Agilix Labs is proud to announce the launch of BusyBee, an AI-powered assistant built on the Agilix Learning Suite, that promises to transform the learning experience for students, teachers, and families alike.
Curt Allen, CEO of Agilix Labs, shared the vision that sets BusyBee apart from other educational tools, including those powered by AI.
Unlike generic chatbots, Agilix Labs brings to BusyBee a two-decade legacy of innovation in online education and experience from serving over 50 million enrollments.
"Agilix Labs has always championed a partner-first approach, recognizing the power of collaboration in crafting unique and impactful educational solutions.

ABC Files Lawsuit Against President Biden’s Anti-Competitive Project Labor Agreement Rule for Federal Construction Projects

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Jeudi, mars 28, 2024

PLA, ABC, Administration, Government, District court, Regulatory Flexibility Act, Policy, Management, Builder, Complaint, Competition, Constitution, Constitutional right, Workforce, Federal, General contractor, Associated Builders and Contractors

ABC’s complaint asserts that President Joe Biden lacks the legal and constitutional authority to impose a new federal regulation injuring economy and efficiency in federal contracting and illegally steering construction contracts to certain unionized contractors, which employ roughly 10% of the U.S. construction workforce.

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ABC’s complaint asserts that President Joe Biden lacks the legal and constitutional authority to impose a new federal regulation injuring economy and efficiency in federal contracting and illegally steering construction contracts to certain unionized contractors, which employ roughly 10% of the U.S. construction workforce.
ABC estimates the Biden pro-PLA policy will affect at least 180 federal construction contracts valued at $16 billion across America on an annual basis, including several federal construction contracts for projects in Jacksonville and dozens of projects in Florida and the Southeast.
“ABC has heard from large and small federal contractors—including firms signatory to union agreements—and concerned federal agency contracting officers that the Biden administration’s controversial PLA policy has already stifled competition and raised costs on federal construction contracts in Florida and across the country.
ABC members won 54% of the $205.56 billion in federal contracts worth $35 million or more during fiscal years 2009-2023 and built award-winning projects safely, on time and on budget, without unnecessary government-mandated PLAs.

Slice Expands to 47 States + D.C. with PHLY AM Best A++ Rated Contractors General Liability Insurance

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Mardi, avril 9, 2024

Slice Labs Inc (Slice), a pioneering technology company revolutionizing insurance solutions for small businesses, proudly announces its expansion into 7 additional states and the District of Columbia with Philadelphia Insurance (PHLY) backed AM Best A++ rated Contractors General Liability small business insurance product, now providing coverage in a total of 47 states; all but Kentucky, Louisiana and New York.

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Slice Labs Inc (Slice), a pioneering technology company revolutionizing insurance solutions for small businesses, proudly announces its expansion into 7 additional states and the District of Columbia with Philadelphia Insurance (PHLY) backed AM Best A++ rated Contractors General Liability small business insurance product, now providing coverage in a total of 47 states; all but Kentucky, Louisiana and New York.
Slice continues to set the standard in the industry with its fully digital small business insurance offering, featuring PHLY’s top-rated contractors general liability product.
This expansion enables agents to provide coverage for over 60 class codes in 47 states plus the District of Columbia.
With this latest milestone, Slice reaffirms its commitment to near-nationwide accessibility and superior insurance protection for small businesses across the United States.

New ServiceTitan Data Highlights Contractors’ Focus on Revenue Growth in 2024

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Mardi, mars 26, 2024

Software, Technology, Professional Services, Business, Growth, General contractor, Construction

Exterior contractors' profit margins remain tight as they navigate rising material costs and a continuous shortage of qualified workers.

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Exterior contractors' profit margins remain tight as they navigate rising material costs and a continuous shortage of qualified workers.
According to new survey data from ServiceTitan, most contractors' goals are to acquire new customers (66%) and grow revenue (65%).
To achieve these goals, businesses plan to streamline labor costs (64%), reduce turnover (38%) and increase technology use (27%).
In 2024, the biggest identified challenges included staffing (57%), overhead costs (56%), and rising prices of materials (56%).

The Fine Wine Retail Revival: Millesima USA's New Store Opening Marks a New Chapter of Personalized, Luxury Service

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Mardi, avril 2, 2024

Marketing, Wine, General contractor, Restaurant

NEW YORK, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Millesima USA is immensely proud of opening its doors at its new location at 1257 2nd Avenue (at E. 66th Street), New York, NY 10065, as it is the latest step on the fine wine retailer's journey to serve its neighborhood wine customers and allow its fine wine collectors to enjoy the extensive wine library.

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We wanted to see that translated into a physical space for our customers to visit," says Hortense Bernard, Sales and Marketing Director for Millesima SA.
"This new location is a great step to show how we can expand in the US market and grow our business while continuing to hold onto our values."
The final design reflects the stories of the wines in Millesima's cellars and encourages visitors to embark on a memorable wine journey.
The new store was designed by the global creative agency Malherbe , an international leader in luxury design.

The Vertex Companies, LLC Acquires TriLogix Consulting, LLC

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Mercredi, mars 27, 2024

Culture, Risk management, Learning, Partnership, Acquisition, CPM, General contractor, JD, MSCE

WEYMOUTH, Mass., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Vertex Companies, LLC ("Vertex") is pleased to announce the acquisition of TriLogix Consulting, LLC ("TriLogix"), a highly respected construction claims, scheduling, and risk management firm that is based out of New Jersey and offers its services throughout the United States. TriLogix's team brings decades of consulting and testifying experience and its staff includes professional engineers, CPM scheduling experts, and professionals experienced in supporting the management of complex construction projects.

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The Vertex Companies, LLC ("Vertex") is pleased to announce the acquisition of TriLogix Consulting, LLC
"We couldn't be more excited to welcome TriLogix to the Vertex team because both firms embrace a culture that maximizes urgency, learning, value, and synergies," said Bill McConnell, PE, MSCE, JD, Chairman of the Board.
Vertex continues to seek acquisitions that add exceptional talent, complementary employee-focused cultures, and a deep commitment to clients.
Jeff Picard, Chief Strategy Officer of Vertex said, "The addition of the amazing team at TriLogix represents our continued commitment to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities."
Hugh Coyle, Managing Director of Vertex's Project Advisory team noted, "We are excited to welcome the TriLogix team to Vertex.