The best safety managers live and breathe health and safety, and their passion shows through in their interactions with employees. Buy-in from workers and management are necessary for a successful safety program, along with open … about Top Habits of Successful Safety Managers
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In Challenging Times, How one Company is Giving Back
Despite the tsunami of economic and operational challenges brought on by the pandemic, many construction companies are going above and beyond to help their communities.
The Value of Effectively Managing Project Schedule Compression through COVID-19
The purpose of this article is to be helpful in guiding stakeholders to understand schedule compression, when and how it occurs and how to recognize when a schedule has been over-compressed and leading a project … about The Value of Effectively Managing Project Schedule Compression through COVID-19
How Predictive Analytics Can Get You On The Path to An Incident-Free Jobsite
Predictive analytics sounds complicated, and behind the scenes it is, but real world uses are easy to understand, and they make good business sense. And for construction companies, predictive analytics are offering the next step … about How Predictive Analytics Can Get You On The Path to An Incident-Free Jobsite
Recycled Plastic a Serious Contender for Future Construction Materials
As the construction industry makes moves towards more sustainable and environmentally friendly building practices, it’s exploring new, better replacements of traditional building materials. Yes, even plastics.
Substantial Completion: What Is It and Why Is it Important?
Owners want to occupy and use their properties as soon as possible even though every little detail might not be completed. Agreeing to substantial completion lets them do just that. A certificate of substantial completion … about Substantial Completion: What Is It and Why Is it Important?
Time and Materials Contracts in Construction: Three Useful Tips and Templates
Time and materials (T&M) contracts are used in construction when the project’s scope isn’t predetermined, making it difficult to agree on a fixed price and timeline for the contract. Instead, time and materials contracts allow … about Time and Materials Contracts in Construction: Three Useful Tips and Templates
Anatomy of a Time and Materials Contract in Construction
A time and materials contract for construction work is a tool for handling unusual or time-sensitive work. Unless handled properly, though, these contracts burn both contractors and owners.
A Greener Future for Construction Through BEM
Across both residential and commercial construction, the amount of energy consumed to keep buildings lit up and temperature-controlled is steadily climbing. Homes and commercial buildings account for nearly 40% of all energy use in the … about A Greener Future for Construction Through BEM
Bay Area Construction Experts Share Best Practices for Reopening Jobsites During COVID-19
Bay Area construction leaders shared what it’s like to run jobsites in the middle of a devastating pandemic. From staggered starts for field teams to using technology to capture vital health information, construction businesses are … about Bay Area Construction Experts Share Best Practices for Reopening Jobsites During COVID-19
