Construction positions that require client-facing work pay better wages than jobs that don’t emphasize face-time, according to research from FMI. The firm provides management consulting, investment banking, and research to the engineering and construction industry. Duane Craig writes on ConstructionInformer.com that since the 2008 recession, some fundamentals in the industry have…(Read More)
“Picking a company that will train your personnel in crane and rigging equipment is a process that has to be carefully thought-out and you have to choose a company that best fits your company’s objectives.” That’s according to a post from Industrial Training International. They offer seven tips to consider when hiring…(Read More)
Project management, bidding and estimates, accounting, and equipment management are all getting easier thanks to new apps. Described as all-encompassing software solutions, this post by Feeley and Driscoll, an accounting firm that specializes in construction, says the technology can be a joy for your operations. http://www.fdcpa.com/Construction/0713Construction-construction-apps…(Read More)
On Oct. 17, 1989, a 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit San Francisco, where Game 3 of the World Series had just gotten underway. No one at Candlestick Park was hurt, but the quake killed 63 people and caused $6 billion in damage. The ballpark was demolished and a new stadium built with private funds was…(Read More)
Reduced waste, precision assembly, and quality control are a few of the reasons construction companies opt for prefabrication. Jeff Dusing writes on Modspace.com that reduced waste is another advantage. Factory construction allows builders to keep materials in stock and ready to use. “Remnant materials are used where possible instead of being discarded as scrap…(Read More)
Slips, trips, and falls are common occurrences on construction sites. Employers and contractors face delays and additional costs when an accident occurs, according to a post on ContractorLink.ca. Safety training, especially for new construction workers, is critical. “Most of the time, these are workers that are hired per project and have no experience working…(Read More)
A potential significant rise in construction costs may be looming, according to Rider Levett Bucknall’s Third Quarter 2014 USA Construction Report. A lack of skilled labor is creating a strain on the industry, states a post on GlobeSt.com. RLB, which tracks construction costs in 12 major U.S. cities, found that between April…(Read More)
Ever have that boss who told you during your annual performance review, I don’t give 5s. Everyone has room for improvement? This is the workplace equivalent of the perfectionist parent: – Dad, I pitched a no-hitter! But what about those two batters you walked? – Mom, I made dean’s list! …(Read More)
As the U.S., China, and other countries work to quell the Ebola epidemic in West Africa, the construction industry will be stepping up as well. The design and construction of treatment and quarantine centers needs standards that will minimize the risk of spreading the deadly disease. Equally as important is how to maximize both…(Read More)
Adhering to the many regulations imposed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration may seem cumbersome or unnecessary. But if you’re thinking a few shortcuts won’t be a big deal, think again. Every time your crew enters a jobsite, insurance hikes, lawsuits, and cost overruns can result from something that appears to be…(Read More)
