A spokesman for Insulation Australasia Scott Gibson tells Jobsite that while the industry commends some of the Inquiry’s recommendations, the broader industry issue of non-compliance needs addressing. Whether it is non-conforming products or non-compliant product … about Call for Stronger Oversight and Enforcement of Building Products
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A Solid Start to 2019’s Construction Pipeline
The construction outlook for 2019 is looking strong with 2,210 new construction projects entering the pipeline at the end of 2018, according to the CoreLogic Cordell Construction Monthly report for December 2018. The total value … about A Solid Start to 2019’s Construction Pipeline
Australia and New Zealand Construction Forecast 2019
Across the board, economists are predicting a downturn in the market. Yet many still remain positive for 2019. Hans Kunnen, Principal & Chief Economist at Compass Economics shared his forecast for the Construction Industry heading … about Australia and New Zealand Construction Forecast 2019
What the Industry can Learn from the Opal Tower
Compliance and quality issues are back in the headlines following the failure in concrete components of the Opal Tower in Sydney’s Olympic Park. The faulty structure forced the Christmas Eve evacuation of some residents of … about What the Industry can Learn from the Opal Tower
Top Tips for Effective Equipment Management
Owning equipment scores high marks with companies that want maximum control. By owning, you decide not only what brand and features you get, but also the machine's availability for whatever use you want. Some companies, … about Top Tips for Effective Equipment Management
Capricorn Highway Duplication Project Set to Go Underway
The Australian Federal Government has committed $59.99 million to the Capricorn Highway duplication project with the Queensland State Government committing $15 million. An average of 187 direct jobs will be created over the life of … about Capricorn Highway Duplication Project Set to Go Underway
Get Set for NCC 2019
General Manager of the Australian Building Codes Board, Neil Savery, told Jobsite that NCC 2019 is the first planned amendment to the Code since 2016. The planned changes capture an accumulation of three years of … about Get Set for NCC 2019
Subcontractors: Don’t Let Your Fleet Run Over You
You face some pretty serious risks as a subcontractor if your employees are driving company vehicles.These fleet risks extend beyond just the care and maintenance of the vehicles––they are particularly troublesome for subcontractors with service … about Subcontractors: Don’t Let Your Fleet Run Over You
Largest Solar Farm in the World to Open In Queensland
It is the latest in a string of solar projects announced in 2018 that has broken records. Australian States and communities continually embrace alternative energy sources, even as leaders or governments are toppled, or increase … about Largest Solar Farm in the World to Open In Queensland
You Say Potato: Project Manager vs Construction Manager
From budgeting, to payroll, to actual responsibilities, the Project Manager and Construction Manager are not to be confused with each other. They may seem interchangeable, but they are anything but.