RedVector Partners with the National Association of Women in Construction Education Foundation – by Mike Freedman

RedVector.com, the leading provider of online continuing education for design and construction professionals, has formed a partnership with the National Association of Women in Construction Education Foundation (NEF), the leading educational organization for women involved in the construction industry. (PRWEB) September 12, 2005 — RedVector.com, the leading provider of online continuing education for design and construction professionals, has formed a partnership with the National Association of Women in Construction Education Foundation (NEF), the leading educational organization for women involved in the construction industry. Through the partnership, members of the National Association of Women in Construction, and other construction organizations served by NEF, will have access to hundreds of courses on virtually every construction-related profession. Categories of courses offered will include those focused on technical, management, and professional/personal development topics. “The NAWIC Education Foundation (NEF) is committed to providing and promoting educational opportunities and programs to benefit the construction industry,” said NEF Executive Director Darlene Johnson. “Our objective is to provide the best available educational opportunities for the Construction Professionals’ advantage. The introduction of new technologies has created more cost-effective construction, and through our Partnering Agreement with RedVector, more industry related programs will be readily available through NEF to upgrade the skills and knowledge of those employed in the industry. NEF is pleased to begin this new partnership.” “Women are a vital and growing force in the construction industry, “said RedVector Vice President of Content Development, Victoria Zambito. “By partnering with NEF we can help almost a million women who work in the construction industry meet their continuing education needs.” NAWIC has a membership of 5,800 with close to 200 chapters in almost every U.S. state and two Canadian provinces. NAWIC has advanced the causes of all women in construction, whose careers span business ownership to the skilled trades. The NAWIC Education Foundation (NEF), founded in 1972, serves the construction industry by developing construction-related education programs. For more information, visit www.nawiceducation.org RedVector (www.RedVector.com) provides online continuing education services to more than 50,000 licensed professionals, including Architects, Engineers, Contractors, Landscape Architects, Land Surveyors and others involved in design and construction.

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RedVector Partners with ConstructionJournal.com – by Mike Freedman

RedVector.com, the leading provider of online continuing education for design and construction professionals, has formed a partnership with ConstructionJournal.com, a leading provider of project information for AEC professionals. (PRWEB) August 10, 2005 — RedVector.com, the leading provider of online continuing education for design and construction professionals, has formed a partnership with ConstructionJournal.com, a leading provider of project information for AEC professionals. Through the partnership, visitors to the ConstructionJournal.com site will have access to hundreds of construction-related online courses, including technical, management, and professional/personal development courses. RedVector construction professionals will also gain information on Construction Journal project information services. ConstructionJournal.com is a leading provider of project information to many of the same construction and design professionals served by RedVector.com, said Lisa Maier, Senior Vice President of Marketing for RedVector.com. By partnering with ConstructionJournal.com, we can help AEC professionals advance their careers by meeting their continuing education and professional development needs. Through this partnership, we can also offer our clients with a valuable new service by notifying them of upcoming projects they may be interested in bidding on. Construction Journal (www.ConstructionJournal.com) provides comprehensive, accurate and timely Information on Construction Projects from the early planning stages through the bidding process to the project award. Real-time updates provide subscribers with the most current information available. Developers, Construction Managers, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Suppliers, Architects, Engineers and many other industry professionals use Construction Journal every day to identify relevant projects. RedVector (www.RedVector.com) provides online continuing education services to more than 60,000 licensed professionals, including Contractors, Engineers, Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, Land Surveyors and others involved in the design and construction industry. Companies, organizations, publications and educational institutions involved in the AEC industry can learn more about partnering with RedVector.com at http://www.RedVector.com/Partnerships

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Project management for construction – by Anne Harvester

Excellent project management for construction engagements is crucial for any new building or renovation, especially considering the growing complexity of major construction projects and construction-related laws. For these reasons, almost all positions opening up for construction management jobs require not only a specialized degree, but a good deal of experience in the industry.
Although it was not always the case, there are many universities that now offer construction management courses as well as degrees. In fact, there even a number of accredited online universities that offer project management for construction degrees. These degrees, which can be specialized in a number of ways, are a wonderful way to learn all the skills you need to know for jobs in construction management that are difficult to learn during internships or apprenticeships on-site.
Project management for construction engagements can be an all-encompassing job. Oftentimes managers in these roles are ultimately responsible for every aspect of the construction project. This includes managing all employees and contractors, all equipment used and the project budget. That is why is important to choose a project management for construction degree that can teach you a broad skill-set.
Some of the degree coursework that can give you an edge in the job market includes training on the latest software programs and technologies used in the industry and classes on any of the following topics: building codes and standards, contract administration, accounting, financial management, value analysis and project control and management.
It is ideal if you can find a university that will help place its project management for construction students into internships or apprenticeships during the degree program. This will give you the chance to learn a little bit about every aspect of construction and how you can effectively manage the employees and contractors you will need to work with, including architects, civil engineers and day laborers. This type of hands-on experience is exactly what most employers are looking for, and can oftentimes lead to full-time positions once you have graduated with your degree.
Although project management for construction can be a challenging career path, there are many reasons that it is worth the effort. There are more and more project management for construction jobs being filled every year, and according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, the average salary for project management for construction positions averaged $63,500 in 2002. These great salaries are also often accompanied by health benefits, bonuses and the use of company-owned vehicles. All of these factors indicate it is a great career to aim for that can be just as rewarding as it is challenging.

Anne Harvester works as assistant to a project manager for construction projects. She discusses what goes into project management for construction, how to choose a construction management degree, and what jobs in construction management are available.

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Polish Construction and Assembly Output in the Period 2005-2008 will Grow on Average by 13% a Year – by Richard Lucas

Polish construction and assembly output in the period 2005-2008 will grow on average by 13% a year, most strongly in those regions with the highest share of domestic construction and assembly output, according to PMR forecasts. The Mazowieckie, Slaskie, Wielkopolskie and Dolnoslaskie voivodships are forecast to see the fastest growth in residential and non-residential construction and in civil engineering. (PRWEB) September 23, 2005 — Construction and assembly output in the period 2005-2008 will grow on average by 13% a year, most strongly in those regions with the highest share of domestic construction and assembly output, according to PMR forecasts. The Mazowieckie, Slaskie, Wielkopolskie and Dolnoslaskie voivodships are forecast to see the fastest growth in residential and non-residential construction and in civil engineering. Recovery in the construction sector in all voivodships According to the PMR report The Polish construction sector “ Regional analysis and forecasts for 2005-2008 the already visible recovery in the construction sector will improve the situation for construction firms active in all regions of Poland. PMR forecasts construction and assembly output in the period 2005-2008 to grow on average by 13% a year. By comparison, in the period 2001-2004 construction and assembly output fell on average by 3% a year. Growth will appear in all segments of the construction market with the strongest growth in non-residential construction. Sales of civil engineering and residential services will grow only slightly slower, says Szymon Jungiewicz, senior construction sector analyst at PMR. The largest rise in construction and assembly output is expected to be noted in the Lubelskie vovoidship “ a relatively small region in terms of construction and assembly output sales, where in the period 2005-2008 average growth is forecast to exceed 19%. This is expected to be the result of a faster rise in investment outlays than in previous years, from which companies specializing in non-residential and engineering works will benefit most. In the following voivodships “ Malopolskie, Slaskie, Dolnoslaskie, Pomorskie and Lodzkie “ average rises in construction and assembly output in the period 2005-2008 should range from 16-19% a year. In the Mazowieckie voivodship “ by far the most developed economic region in Poland “ a strong rise in construction and assembly output is expected at an average annual level of just under16%. The weakest growth is expected in those voivodships with the lowest share of the domestic construction and assembly sector: Oplskie, Swietokrzyskie, and also Kujawsko-Pomorskie. Further growth in the significance of the most developed regions Those voivodships with the largest share of domestic construction and assembly output will continue to strengthen in the period 2004-2008, while those least developed in terms of construction and assembly output will fall. The share of the most economically developed voivodships in domestic construction and assembly output is expected to grow from the 32% noted in 2004 to 34% in 2008. PMR analysts expect the Wielkopolskie and Slaskie regions to experience special circumstances, in 2005 noting falls, followed by very dynamic growth in subsequent years in the construction sector. Production will also grow in the Malopolskie and Dolnoslaskie voivodships. Thanks to this improvement in the share of the above mentioned four voivodships, excluding Mazowieckie, construction and assembly output is expected to rise from 35% to 37% of domestic construction and assembly output in 2008. Mazowieckie, Slaskie, Wielkopolskie, and Dolnoslaskie to note fastest growth Analyzing the trends in the key segments of the building market in the period 2005-2008 “ in residential construction, non-residential construction and civil engineering “ one can state that all of these segments will develop fastest in one of the five most developed construction sector regions of Poland: Mazowieckie, Slaskie, Wielkopolskie, Malopolskie and Dolnoslaskie. In the years 2004-2008: – Residential construction will grow fastest in the Mazowieckie and Malopolskie voivodships, where developers are particularly active – Leaders in terms of rates of growth in construction and assembly output connected with non-residential construction will be: Mazowieckie, which is already the centre of the commercial property market, and Slaskie, Wielkopolskie, Dolnoslaskie and Lodzkie – Most civil engineering works are expected to take place in three voivodships: Mazowieckie, Slaskie and Wielkopolskie; currently, construction companies from these three regions combined realize 53% of all national civil engineering works, which is due to the large investment in transport and industrial infrastructure in these the fastest growing economic regions of Poland. The value of construction and assembly output in selected regions is for companies registered on the terrain of the given voivodship. You are welcome to contact the author of the report: Szymon Jungiewicz, Construction Analyst PMR Publications tel. (+48 12) 410 21 18 More information about the report: Marketing Department Tel. (+48 12) 428 03 61 About PMR: PMR Ltd. www.pmrcorporate.com is a publishing, consulting and market research company providing information, advice and services to international businesses interested in Central and Eastern Europe. With highly skilled staff, top ranked web sites and 10 years of experience, PMR is one of the largest companies of its type in the region. PMR ul. Supniewskiego 9, 31-527 Krakow, Poland tel. /4812/ 428 03 60, fax /4812/ 413 40 12 www.pmrcorporate.com

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Online Degrees in Construction Management – by Anne Harvester

Getting your
online degree in construction management may be much easier than you think. If you are ready to enhance your career opportunities and are interested in construction management jobs, an
online degree in construction management can be achieved on a very flexible schedule that works for you and your time commitments. You can take classes at night and on the weekends and complete tests online when it works for you €” all in the comfort of your own home. You can even specialize your online degree in construction management by selecting construction management courses focused on topics like financial management, site planning, contract administration, cost estimating and engineering or architectural sciences.

Construction project management has become an increasingly popular career choice for those graduating from college today. This is partly because the industry has started to recognize how invaluable solid project management for construction sites is – especially considering the growing complexity of major construction projects and the many laws that must be taken into account. The people who are hired into construction management jobs are ultimately responsible for the entire project€„¢s success or failure, which is why the not only requires a specialized degree, but also exceptional interpersonal communication and management skills.

Although these types of jobs can be complicated, they also have a fairly high level of compensation. A traditional or online degree in construction management can help qualify you for positions that pay as much as $63,000 per year, which was the industry average for those jobs in 2002. When you couple that with on-the-job construction management training, your earnings potential can increase dramatically as you move up the company ladder into higher-level positions. To help fast track your career, you could also search out a part-time apprenticeship or internship while you are still working toward your online degree in construction management.

If you are ready to start your search for the best undergraduate program offering an online degree in construction management, you can start by researching what online universities offer variations of the degree. One important piece of criteria is that the school you choose for your online degree in construction management must be an accredited online university. This essentially means the school has been evaluated by an independent committee to determine that the curriculum, staff, facilities and technology are up to current university standards. It also means that you should be able to easily transfer your credits to another university (if need be) and that all companies requiring a traditional or online degree in construction management for new hires will recognize your degree.

As a career advisor, Anne Harvester has seen an increase in people interested in pursuing construction management jobs. For those interested in construction project management Anne reccomends on the job training combined with an online degree in construction management.

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Online Construction-Document-Management Software Improves Communication with Multiple Consultants – by Kay Paumier

New enhancements to the Construction Communicator™ (www.constructioncommunicator.com) online construction-document-management system improve communication with multiple consultants Fremont, California (PRWEB) April 14, 2006 — New enhancements to the Construction Communicator™ (www.constructioncommunicator.com) online construction-document-management system improve communication with multiple consultants. Construction Communicator, which is targeted at mid-sized construction projects, enables owners, contractors and architects to further automate contract administration. The easy-to-use online software helps construction professionals to manage Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, change orders and other construction documents that affect the day-to-day progress of the job. New Features Help Architects Manage Consultants’ Document Reviews and Responses The new features include the ability to easily assign RFIs to lead consultants for “action” and to others for “information” or “comment.” This helps the architect or construction manager coordinate work among different consultants. It also helps consultants prioritize their work by presenting RFIs that require responses ahead of the documents that are informational or only require comment. To further expedite communication, automatic emails can also notify consultants whenever RFIs require their attention. This provides a back-up method of communication for those consultants who infrequently log into the system for a specific project. The email includes a link that automatically logs the consultant into the appropriate construction document on the web. The screen indicates whether the consultant needs to respond or comment. Each consultant response or comment is stored individually. Blind-copy emails can be sent to owner representatives or to others who need to monitor certain documents. “These new features are in direct response to customer requests and continue our commitment to make online contract administration simpler and more effective,” said Richard Sampson, president of Richard Sampson Associates, developers of Construction Communicator. “We firmly believe that, if you surf the web, you can manage construction documents online.” Pricing Pricing for the Construction Communicator subscription service is on a per-user basis. Three pricing levels are offered to suit smaller (maximum of 15 users), mid-sized (maximum of 49 users) and larger (maximum of 100 users) organizations. Charges cover licensing, maintenance, technical support and Internet hosting. The system is offered without email notification, which can be added at any time. Company Information Construction Communicator was developed by Richard Sampson Associates, Inc., a construction-management and consulting firm with more than 20 years experience in the planning, design, funding and construction of building projects. For more information or to take a free test drive of Construction Communicator, visit www.constructioncommunicator.com Construction Communicator is a trademark of Richard Sampson Associates, Inc. Note to Editors: Screen shots of Construction Communicator are available upon request or at www.constructioncommunicator.com/visuals.html

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