If you’re a young person looking for work, or someone in the workforce looking for a change of career, the construction industry could be what you’re looking for. Over the next decade, there will be … about Growing Labor Shortage Spurs Innovative Ways to Fill Construction Worker Gap
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Design Risks Every Contractor Should Watch Out For
New project delivery methods are reshaping the role of the contractor. Throughout most of the 20th Century, design-bid-build was the standard way of running projects. This model relied on architects working with the owner under … about Design Risks Every Contractor Should Watch Out For
Building Reforms 2021: The Quality Conversation
In response to an erosion of public confidence following several high-profile issues with apartment buildings in New South Wales, the construction industry is increasing its collaboration with regulators, property owners, and building occupiers to ensure … about Building Reforms 2021: The Quality Conversation
New Hospital Construction Projects to Create Thousands of New Jobs in Vancouver
Construction work has started or is about to start on three major hospital projects in the Vancouver area. The projects, worth a combined $4.9 billion, will provide work for tens of thousands of trades workers.
Six Low-Carbon Building Materials for a Greener Construction Industry
As the world becomes more eco-conscious, more manufacturers are starting to turn to the production of carbon-smart building materials that can replace traditional cement, roof shingles, bricks, siding, and much more. The following six low-carbon … about Six Low-Carbon Building Materials for a Greener Construction Industry
How to Use a Gantt Chart to Keep Your Projects on Track
Since construction projects are always on the clock, creating and maintaining a project schedule is one of the most crucial aspects of a job. It’s no easy gig, either. Each task within a construction project … about How to Use a Gantt Chart to Keep Your Projects on Track
Be Better Prepared for Mandatory Compliance Inspections
Compliance inspections remain a challenge for the Australian construction industry, both in terms of delivery and compliance certification. Defect rates remain stubbornly high, and questions have been raised around the independence and expertise of building … about Be Better Prepared for Mandatory Compliance Inspections
How to Move from Residential to Commercial Construction
With the slowdown in residential construction, many firms might be looking to expand across into commercial projects. Here’s how to make it work. New codes, new supply chains, new staging, new products and highly competitive … about How to Move from Residential to Commercial Construction
Overcoming the Big 3 Excuses for Bad Quality
All construction projects have quality expectations, and there is no shortage of blame to go around when quality suffers. Here are three top excuses and how to deal with them so that poor quality becomes … about Overcoming the Big 3 Excuses for Bad Quality
What Comes Next for Cost Management in Construction
Last year brought about rapid changes to just about every business segment on the planet, and all industries, including construction, are still finding their footing in a post-pandemic world. Part of this ongoing recalibration includes … about What Comes Next for Cost Management in Construction
