Catch up on what’s going on in construction this week. From an update on the World of Concrete conference to the top women-designed landscapes in the US, we’ve got you covered on all the industry news from around the world.
Weekly Grind
Establishing a Lasting Company Culture, The Truth About Construction Certifications, and Finland’s Wooden City
Catch up on what's going on in construction this week. From an update on the…
How Procore’s Embedded Experience is Helping Contractors Best COVID-19, Impact of the West’s Wildfires on Construction, and 8 Innovative Multifamily Projects to Debut in 2020
Catch up on what's going on in construction this week. From the ways in which…
Raiders Stadium Construction Complete, Most In-Demand Contech Jobs, and Where BIM Stands Today
Catch up on what's going on in construction this week. From an update on…
How Procore’s Construction Data is Alleviating Market Uncertainty, An Update on SF’s Millennium Tower, and Tackling Lonely Leadership
Catch up on what's going on in construction this week. From the world's first…
World
Despite the Pandemic Trade Schools Must Persevere Through Virtual Training
COVID-19 has significantly affected job prospects for youth pondering careers in the hospitality and restaurant industries. However, the construction industry might be able to benefit from that.
What You Need to Know About the Underground Risks on Your Site
Incomplete or inadequate geotechnical information can be a major cause of project…
One Ontario Aiming to Streamline and Speed up Permitting Process
The development approval processes used by municipalities in Ontario are…
Why Choose a Green Roof for Your Next Build
Green roofs have become more than a trend over the past decade. Municipalities…
What is Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Why It’s Important
Affordable Housing: Here Is How It Could Be Done
How the Canadian Construction Industry is Weathering the COVID Storm
5 Construction Tech Trends Making an Impact in 2020
How Computational is Helping Ease Construction Pain Points
Harnessing Solar Energy With Eyes in the Sky
What Technology Providers Need to Understand about Construction
Business
4 Ways to Make Your Company Standout from the Competition
The Best Advice Ever Given by a Superintendent
Home Construction Demand Surges, Even as Other Sectors Slow
Brush Up on Your Construction Terms From A-Frame to Z-Sprocket
How Capturing Environmental Data on Your Construction Projects Can Help You Get Ahead
Technology
A Million Points of Light: The Benefits of 3D Laser Scanning
In the competitive construction world, time is money. Utilizing a 3D laser scanner at every stage of the construction process has numerous benefits, all of which contribute to efficiency and accuracy for all stakeholders involved, from architects and engineers to designers themselves.
Drone Safety: The Sky’s the Limit
As more construction companies use drones to act as the canary in the coal mine,…
Could BIM Be the Key To Better Project Outcomes?
Building Information Modelling and digitised documentation could hold the key to…
The Evolution of Construction Technology
As construction is rapidly moving into a digital-first world, companies are…
Working Smarter with Construction Data
In past years, construction data was collected mostly on paper and filed away at…
Safety
Four OSHA Tips for a Successful Safety Stand-Down
Safety stand-down practices are often overlooked on jobsites, which can lead to injuries and work disruptions. See OSHA’s best practice tips.
Impacts of COVID-19 on Construction in Victoria
While most states and territories in Australia have already loosened restrictions on movement and business activity due to low or zero levels of COVID-19 community transmission, Victoria has…
Canadian Construction Workers Scoring Higher on Mental Health Surveys Than Other Industries
Canadians are coming to realize the far-reaching impacts of psychological…
What’s a JSA and Why You Need it on Your Jobsite
One of the most common job safety analysis misconceptions is that JSA procedures,…
Renewable Energy Leaders Discuss Big Benefits of Using One Global Platform
Procore recently hosted a wide-ranging discussion with key team members of some of the biggest and most prominent names in renewable energy. The conversation during the webinar covered a…
Six Low-Carbon Building Materials for a Greener Construction Industry
As the world becomes more eco-conscious, more manufacturers are starting to turn to the production of carbon-smart building materials that can replace traditional cement, roof shingles,…
5 AI Solutions Powering the Construction Industry Today
Technology usually takes root in an industry when it’s driven by genuine need. As the construction industry grapples with the impacts of Covid-19, now more than ever the industry should…
Reduce Risk Through Early Owner Involvement in the Capital Project Lifecycle
Risk has accompanied every venture ever undertaken. Ask any capital project owner. A successful capital project is tomorrow made flesh—a built dream taking shape through informed risk…
How People-First Gardner Builders Makes Employees Feel Valued
Most companies would describe themselves as operating a little differently than their peers. For Gardner Builders, that mindset is at the forefront of everything it does, from the mutually…
Featured
Top 6 Strategies for Finding Clients Who You Love and Love You
Potential new clients pose the toughest new business inquiries. Besides learning…
How to Recruit and Retain Top Construction Talent Online
Don’t Let Complexity Ruin Your Efforts to Improve Construction Productivity
Getting the Most out of Virtual Groundbreak 2020
How Construction Firms are Getting Ready for the Future
Steel Construction: Faster, Cheaper, and Greener
Technological Breakthroughs That Will Reshape Construction’s Future
Top Tips for Producing a Successful Virtual Conference
Many conferences and trade shows have gone virtual in 2020 because of COVID-19.…
Realizing the Potential for Virtual Construction Education
Jobsite recently spoke with Diana Eidenshink, President of the ACE Mentor…
Earthquake Sensors Make it Easier and Safer to Detect Damage
Pasadena-based Kinemetrics is one company specializing in earthquake and building…
NRP Group Is On A Mission
“What are we doing with the building to make it more than just a building?”…