It takes a hardy group of people working outside construction jobs to get through the winter months. In addition to typical warnings about protection from the extreme cold, many in construction jobs are getting creative when dealing with the elements. With costs and deadlines in mind, here’s one example mentioned on ConstructionDive.com: Tug…(Read More)
Construction jobs are key to a healthy labor market, says Paul Davidson, a reporter for USAToday.com. That’s because they provide the kind of middle-wage jobs that have dwindled in recent years and the prospect of stronger pay increases. “Contractors added 48,000 jobs in December, the most since last January, and 290…(Read More)
I was recently asked to lead a presentation on the topic of multiple generations in the workplace. I’ve heard several speakers present on this topic and the punchline is generally something like this: – kids today are selfish and lazy – baby boomers must adapt their behavior to accommodate them I have a slighly different…(Read More)
The many moving parts and potential pitfalls in construction jobs can quickly result in sizable invoices that don’t get paid. To handle payment disputes arising from a construction job contract, it’s imperative for companies to have safeguards in place before projects get underway. Attorneys familiar with the construction industry should review all contracts…(Read More)
Here’s a lively lunchroom conversation: If older cranes are maintained and pass inspections on a regular basis, should they be put out to pasture simply because they have aged? A new report, Tower Crane Lift Expectancy: An Examination of Recent Trends to Establish Age Limits, has been released by Haag Engineering in Sugar Land…(Read More)
Cost estimators, mechanical engineers and sheet metal workers are among the top construction jobs for 2015. U.S. News Careers’ annual rankings by industry has examined job openings, salary and career advancement opportunities. For construction jobs, this infographic says science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) related jobs are gaining steam. http://money.usnews.com/money…(Read More)
Listen to what is right, not who is right. That’s the secret of an organization that operates based on a flat perspective instead of hierarchical one. This approach has been successful for DPR Construction in California for nearly 25 years. It helps to attract and keep millennials in construction-related jobs, as this demographic…(Read More)
It’s no fun chasing final payments and retention accounts. As construction jobs and projects are nearing completion, retention terms and conversations with subcontractors can cause friction. “There are always arguments about whether or not completion has been reached. This will be defined in the contract, but if it isn’t then generally when the…(Read More)
It’s no secret that the construction industry has the highest number of on-the-job injuries and deaths. While there’s plenty of talk about safety and prevention, the reality is that accidents are often followed by lawsuits. A post from Wilson Kehoe Winingham, a personal injury law firm that litigates construction accidents, provides…(Read More)
PM’s working on construction jobs strive to avoid chaos and crises. Accessibility to key documents, designs, contractors and stakeholders help keep jobs running smoothly, and often involve working in the cloud. To help streamline construction job operations, employers must look at accessibility, simplicity and scalability. Several tech companies have customized options for construction companies…(Read More)
