The Atlanta BeltLine is expanding its trails to the southside, which is teeming with up-and-coming retail complexes. The urban redevelopment project plans to break ground on the first phase of its Southside Trail during a ceremony on Jan. 22, according to their website. The 0.75-mile portion called Southside Trail
Drones can much more for construction sites once their full potential has been explored.
This is both a moral and business issue. And something has to change.
Jobs in construction are growing, as is the number of new entrants to the workforce. Companies can narrow the gap by adapting new approaches for attracting millennials. By focusing on the millennia…
The construction industry has a labor shortage and a perception problem- but that does not mean that it cannot be attractive to young people joining the workforce.
Women represent 50% of the U.S. population, but less than 10% of the construction workforce. How can the industry encourage them to consider a career in the trades?
The process of erecting a new building hasn't changed substantially in 50 years. Why is that?
Successful firms are focusing on company culture as a way to draw in new employees and retain existing ones.
When you look at the enormous success of America's top construction companies, it's hard to imagine they once started with fairly humble beginnings.
Five steps to follow to think big and gain an edge over the competition
Providing self-funded health benefits to a hourly and geographically dispersed workforce requires a unique approach that integrates enrollment, ongoing eligibility management, premium collection and compliance. Self-funding has many positives, such as reducing...
To me, the answer is two-fold. While I think many may subconsciously be more likely to hire folks they easily relate to or find common ground with, we have found...
By not considering the tax implications of certain decisions, you may be leaving valuable tax deductions and credits on the table
Re-evalute your construction crews and remove any poor performers who are bringing down their co-workers, you company and your bottom line
We must challenge the stereotype of a builder as a man and help women thrive in careers in construcion
Contractors who discover construction defects or mistakes in their work face two challenges: ignore them and risk liability, or fix the problems and risk destroying evidence.
Renters may feel powerless to effect change in their buildings, but they have leverage — especially in the current market.
The construction industry is experiencing a fundamental shift as a looming labor shortage is creating fierce competition for workers. In addition, technology is transforming the way projects are designed and delivered, and diversity is becoming an increasingly important focus for the industry, expanding beyond race and gender to include diversity of thought, background, and experience. [...]
Design tips for a concrete outdoor kitchen including cut-out for Big Green Egg, built-in bbq, refrigerator, etc. with outdoor design expert Kevin Keene of Fl...
Contractors are increasingly using automation for the hard labor that goes into construction. Some workers see it as labor-saving—others, as a threat.