Safety technology and best practices for general construction site safety have come a long way in recent years. However, by the numbers, construction still remains one of the most dangerous professions there is.
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Building with Wood and Mass Timber Making a Comeback
In the early days, when Canada was just being settled, wood was often the building material of choice. It was plentiful, easy to work with, and used for constructing houses and just about every other … about Building with Wood and Mass Timber Making a Comeback
Growing Labor Shortage Spurs Innovative Ways to Fill Construction Worker Gap
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
6 Mega Infrastructure Projects Currently Underway
It may seem like the world slowed down since the beginning of 2020, but many huge construction projects are still in the works, with new ones cropping up all the time. For the first time … about 6 Mega Infrastructure Projects Currently Underway
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.
11 Famous Canadian Builders and Their Stories
While it may be difficult to pin down a distinctly Canadian style in architecture, many innovative designers and architects have pushed the collective aesthetic forward throughout this country’s history. Following are 11 of Canada’s most … about 11 Famous Canadian Builders and Their Stories
Tech Start-up is Taking 3D Homebuilding to the Moon
Austin-based ICON is known for its innovative construction projects here on Earth, but its newest major project is truly out of this world. The developer of advanced construction technologies like robotics, software, and building materials … about Tech Start-up is Taking 3D Homebuilding to the Moon
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
Integrating Technology into How We Build with Concord Projects
For Concord Projects, technology is not the future; it’s the now. President and CEO of the Winnipeg-based design-build company Nolan Ploegman says it’s essential for every company to realize this fact or they risk being … about Integrating Technology into How We Build with Concord Projects
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
