We're all aware of the labour shortage in the construction industry, partly due to the ageing workforce. However, we should also have in mind another important area impacted by the shift in population—the teachers who … about Labour Shortage Impacted by Lack of Construction Trade Teachers
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Top Ways to Boost Project Collaboration
As construction projects become more complex, effective collaboration is increasingly becoming a key factor in completing projects on time and on budget while delivering a quality product to the client. Good collaboration leads to many … about Top Ways to Boost Project Collaboration
What the Latest National Reform Means for Construction
The Rebuilding Confidence Report by Shergold and Weir, commissioned by the Building Ministers Forum, aimed to address the major flaws in the industry’s processes and products. Finally, the BMF response has finally been released. It … about What the Latest National Reform Means for Construction
Integrated Project Delivery: A Guide to Seamless Construction Projects
IPD is a delivery method that integrates project teams in order to take advantage of the knowledge of all team members to maximize the best possible project outcome. Integrated Project Delivery is the highest form … about Integrated Project Delivery: A Guide to Seamless Construction Projects
Owners – How to Build A Better Project From the Start
Getting your project started off right and seeing it through to completion depends on a huge number of correct decisions as well as following best practices. However, the most critical decisions are those you make … about Owners – How to Build A Better Project From the Start
What You Need to Understand About Contractor’s Professional Liability Insurance
As the contractor’s professional liability insurance market has grown, so have the claims. CPL Policy limits are also climbing, the average now double what it was just five years ago. Contractors pay a lot for … about What You Need to Understand About Contractor’s Professional Liability Insurance
Waterproofing 101: How to Get it Right
Recent Deakin University research has found defects involving waterproofing are one of the major issues for Australian buildings. The research study focused on multi-residential buildings and included an in-depth examination of 212 building defect audit … about Waterproofing 101: How to Get it Right
Closing the Skills Gap one Student at a Time
With many secondary school students heading straight into the workforce or University, apprenticeship numbers—both the uptake and completion—have seen a steady decline in recent years. This drop is being felt by construction companies across the … about Closing the Skills Gap one Student at a Time
Cool Solar Innovations Coming to a Jobsite Near You
At the end of 2018, Australia passed the milestone of two million households with rooftop solar panels. As new products come onto the market, roof-mounted panels are only one of numerous options that can turn … about Cool Solar Innovations Coming to a Jobsite Near You
Parramatta: A City in Transformation
With a population of more than 230,000 people and another 41,000 expected to move to Parramatta in the next five years, the city is being touted as one of Sydney’s most desirable places to live.
