Middle East Cities Emerge as Global Leaders in Sustainability
While it’s the U.S. Green Building Council that sets the standard for LEED certification, two cities in the Middle East are quickly emerging as the world leaders in sustainable cities, or cities with a...
View ArticleThe Modular Solution for the Today’s Military Buildings
The days of canvas tents and simple aluminum barracks are long gone for housing our nation’s armed forces, replaced in many instances with modular structures. Whether stationed Stateside or deployed...
View Article5 Things You May Not Know About Modular Construction
Although the modular construction has become more widely adopted by large and small architectural and construction firms, for some, modular still remains a mystery. Here are five benefits of modular...
View ArticleWhitepaper: Why Modular?
Modular construction was again named one of the hottest trends in construction and architecture for 2013. And for good reason. It’s faster, more efficient and every bit as good, if not better, than...
View ArticleWomen Make New Strides in Drilling and Construction
Two traditionally male-dominated industries are closing the gender gap. As drilling and construction expand nationally and try to keep pace with staffing demands, a higher percentage of jobs are going...
View ArticleConstruction Employment Improves in May
Newly-released data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) confirms the US economy added 175,000 jobs in May — 7,000 of which were in the construction sector. At the same time, May’s positive...
View ArticleQ&A: Behind Building the Unseen City at the 2013 U.S. Open
The 2013 U.S Open wrapped up last weekend at Merion Golf Club in Ardmore, PA. To the millions of fans that watched the event on TV, the severe thunderstorms, dramatic landscape and one-of-a-kind wicker...
View ArticleOSHA’s Tips for Preventing Heat Illness
The mercury is rising and people who work outdoors are at an increased risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Risk of heat related illnesses peaks when temperatures reach 95o F with humidity over...
View ArticleHow Technology is Taking over the GC’s Toolbox
Someone recently said to me that the construction industry has been reluctant to embrace technology. To that, I say, “Really? Advances in technology are giving the industry new ways to make projects...
View ArticleWanted: Skilled Tradesmen for Growing Construction Industry
The outlook for new residential and non-residential construction is increasingly positive. But with more projects on the horizon, new fears are emerging regarding a potential shortage of skilled...
View ArticleNew Tech Tools of the Trade Give Contractors an Edge
Last week I talked about how, more than ever, the construction industry is incorporating new technologies to make time on the jobsite more efficient and effective. From business-specific apps to...
View ArticleConstruction Unemployment Hits 5-year Low
For the first time since 2008, unemployment in the in construction industry has dropped below double digits to 9.8 percent. The Bureau of Labor Statistics confirmed the addition of 195,000 jobs for...
View ArticleChasing Jobs: Current and Future U.S. Construction Hot Spots
The national outlook for the construction industry remains positive, though some regions are outpacing others on the road to recovery. As new projects get started across the country, here’s a look at...
View ArticleA Rising Sea of Change? New York Weighs Coastal Readiness Plan
Photo courtesy of Arcadis Rising oceans and severe storms are a real threat to coastal cities around the world. Superstorm Sandy is great example of how tidal surge can devastate low-lying...
View ArticleInfographic: Modular Franchises Make Fast Food Even Faster
Franchises that open their doors sooner stand to make more money and capture more market share in their first year. Modular franchise construction uses simultaneous onsite foundation work and...
View ArticleHow to Spot Workers’ Comp Fraud
Workers’ compensation insurance fraud is an unfortunate but still common occurrence in the construction industry. Fraudulent claims increase insurance rates and put additional strain on...
View ArticleIs Blue Infrastructure the Cure for Ailing Detroit?
Detroit’s recent bankruptcy filing has pushed city leaders and residents to find new ways to manage its financial, human and natural resources. After several years in the red, some Detroit...
View ArticleThe Changing Face of Construction
The traditional construction worker is here to stay. Hands on experience and practical know-how make these workers invaluable to the industry. At the same time, the construction industry is evolving...
View Article3 Industries Made for Modular
Bayside Marina Hotel, Yokohama, Japan As modular grows in popularity and architects find new uses for prefab, three industries are best suited to take advantage of the benefits of building offsite. A...
View ArticleINFOGRAPHIC: How Much Can You Fit in a Portable Storage Container?
Portable storage containers can be placed almost anywhere on a construction site, behind a retail store, at a factory or wherever additional storage is needed. But for a go-anywhere store-all, a...
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