To build things, humans need to work together. Graduates of today’s best construction management programs have an excellent understanding of the technical side of construction —...

In the construction industry of today, to grow or even preserve your profit margins you need to find smart ways to cut costs, especially as salaries for skilled workers are rising...

Take a close look the next time you see a work crew erecting a new utility pole or making structural repairs to a bridge. The materials they’re using may be made from composites...

Semi-automated equipment, prefabrication, lean construction and IPD contracts all contribute to increased productivity. But something much simpler can significantly move the needle...

Many companies in construction and heavy industry have a blind spot around equipment usage — one that’s costing them billions of dollars. A Texas A&M University study found that 82...

Temporary bypass systems allow for necessary maintenance and repair. Aging infrastructure and a growing population are placing a significant strain on sewer and public water...

Remote monitoring and instant alerts save time, money and manpower. Pumps are like toddlers: You have to watch them constantly. If a pump breaks down, it’s bad news because it...

When Is it Time to Bring 3D Laser Scanning In-House? In the past, 3D laser scanning has been used primarily to collect as-built data for the pre-build phase of construction...

Early in his career, Russell Goss worked on a construction project for which the architect had designed a shower made from large panes of glass. When Goss and his team got the...