The very nature of the industry — always a new project, with different processes and requirements for each — makes it hard to take advantage of time-saving assembly-line production...

Owners and developers are always looking to beat a schedule while staying cost-conscious. One way project designers and managers are making that happen is by incorporating...

All construction workers are at risk for jobsite accidents, but it makes sense that those new to the industry or even to a different type of project are more vulnerable. One way...

When most people think of mentoring, they imagine a seasoned worker imparting wisdom to a younger, greener employee. This kind of traditional mentoring program can help you attract...

Labor makes up an average of 40 percent of all construction project costs. And the more labor-intensive a job is, the higher that percentage goes. So it’s critical to weed out any...

In the construction industry, nothing is more important than safety. There’s no shortage of safety rules and procedures, usually memorialized in a hefty employee manual. And you’re...

Apartment developers and owners have enjoyed a robust multifamily market since the housing bubble burst in 2008. In fact, 2016 saw big multifamily construction and rental rate...

The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recommends that job sites limit the exposure of workers to no more than 85 decibels for eight hours of work. While...

Since the ancient Egyptians and the ancient Romans, concrete has been synonymous with strength. But it leaves a heavy carbon footprint. The production of one of its major...