When it comes to gender diversity, the construction industry is an interesting study. While only about nine percent of today’s construction workforce are women (less than half of that segment are trade workers) their pay … about Meet Angie Simon, the Glass-Ceiling Shattering CEO of Western Allied
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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
5 Ways to Take Control of Your Costs
With the economy still in flux and complex demands on stakeholders across the construction industry showing no signs of slowing down, controlling costs is more important than ever. The best strategy for keeping costs in … about 5 Ways to Take Control of Your Costs
Multi-level Industrial Project First of its Kind in Vancouver
The Greater Vancouver Area (GVA) is one of the most land-constrained industrial markets in the world. Property is pricey, so bold solutions are required when building expansive new business parks.
Keeping the Traffic Flowing: Highway Upgrade Project Underway
Building a series of highway overpasses can be a challenge for contractors at the best of times. But when soil conditions are far from ideal for supporting heavy infrastructure, it adds a new wrinkle to … about Keeping the Traffic Flowing: Highway Upgrade Project Underway
Why Training is the Key to Turning QA Policy into Onsite Practices
Training for workplace safety on Australian construction sites has led to measurable improvements in the rate of injuries and fatalities. As the industry strives to address the issue of construction quality failures, there is a … about Why Training is the Key to Turning QA Policy into Onsite Practices
Making the Most of Construction Technology
Last year was full of unprecedented challenges for construction companies, but the industry is eyeing a serious rebound for 2021. A big step on that path, which many companies grappled with in 2020, involves examining … about Making the Most of Construction Technology
Future of Canadian Women in Construction
Canadian construction has come a long way to welcome women in past decades. Women make up just over 17% of the construction workforce across the country, up 4.4% since 2006. Yet even as the number … about Future of Canadian Women in Construction
Owners Use Procore to Centralize All Projects’ Data in One Place
As an owner of a construction project portfolio, you’re well aware that data is the fuel that powers and illuminates your project’s entire lifecycle. Data gives you that deep visibility that can spotlight any hidden … about Owners Use Procore to Centralize All Projects’ Data in One Place
