Construction
Infrastructure and capital projects are being hit hard by rising financing costs, inflation and expensive lawsuits, but the latter issue is one builders have some power to mitigate. Contractors can empower themselves by understanding the causes of cost disputes and overruns, and curb the losses of money and time these ...
Construction
As a result of the numerous hazards present in construction sites, it's imperative that there are foolproof plans put in place to mitigate the risks.The use of water in construction sites is essential for various purposes, including mixing concrete, dust suppression, and flushing of pipes.Additionally, construction workers need to be ...
Hiring
Nothing gets built without labor. And labor is growing ever harder to come by.Even as fewer construction workers leave their jobs, whether by their own decisions or through layoffs, openings in the industry shot up in September 15% month-over-month to 431,000 total openings.Those positions need to be filled, and some ...
Contractors
The push to bring manufacturing back to the United States is unlike anything Didi Caldwell has seen in her career.Private companies have spent more than half a trillion dollars since 2021 to onshore facilities back to the U.S., according to the White House. As long as labor shortages don’t derail ...
Equipment
When it comes to choosing the right forklift or construction equipment for your business needs, there are several factors to consider. Making the right decision can help you save money, increase productivity, and enhance safety. In this article, we'll explore some key considerations to keep in mind when selecting equipment ...
Construction
IntroductionConstruction is an essential component of society, shaping the built environment that surrounds us and supporting economic growth. However, traditional construction techniques have been associated with various problems, including inefficiency, cost overruns, and delays. As a result, there has been a growing interest in innovative construction techniques that can address ...
Construction
Dive Brief:Two years after President Joe Biden signed it into law, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is fueling thousands of projects around the country and has helped boost construction employment, according to a White House progress update. The five-year, $1.2 trillion federal IIJA includes $550 billion in new funding. The ...
Construction Tech
IntroductionThe construction industry has undergone significant changes over the years, especially in recent times. Technological advancements have brought a revolution in the way things are done, and construction software estimating has not been left behind. The introduction of construction software estimating has made it easier for professionals to manage projects, ...
Construction Tech
Contractors are beginning to centralize and automate their supply chain processes. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the industry’s soft underbelly when it comes to materials procurement and management, but the next step — utilizing blockchain and artificial intelligence to track and predict material flow — is still several years away.“We’re in a very ...
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