Catch up on what’s going on in construction this week. From an update on the state of the Australian infrastructure sector to the US cities expected to bounce back the fastest with regard to commercial construction, we’ve got you covered on all the industry news from around the world.
Weekly Grind
Impact of the Pandemic on Workers’ Mental Health, New Sydney Rail Project, and the Specialty Contracts Were Thankful For
Catch up on what's going on in construction this week. From an update on the…
UK Construction Sector Holds Strong, Procore Acquires Esticom, and BD+C’s Building Team Awards
Catch up on what's going on in construction this week. From an update on two…
The Construction Tech Tools Companies Use Most, Mitigating Risk When Working at Height, and the Canadian Province Leading Recovery
Catch up on what's going on in construction this week. From ENR's list of top 600…
One Exec’s Advice to SMBs, Simplifying the Closeout Process, and How to Future-Proof Your Construction Firm
Catch up on what's going on in construction this week. From an update on the…
World
How Solgen Energy Stays Ahead of the Compliance Curve
Many of Australia’s construction companies rely on a fleet of subcontractors and installers to help them build. Everyone involved in a construction project needs to understand compliance—and stay ahead of what seems like a never-ending compliance curve.
Canada’s Construction Workforce Outlook 2021 and Beyond
Canada’s construction industry shed a massive number of jobs in the early days…
Montreal’s New Extension to Light Rail Line One of the Largest Systems in the World
Montreal’s historic LRT will be extended to become one of the largest systems…
Six Reasons to Be Proactive about Quality
There is an old saying in management circles—you are only as good as your last…
Projections for Health of Construction Industry Vary in 2021
Australia Construction’s Lasting Lessons of 2020
Top 7 Homebuilding Trends Every General Contractor Should Know About
Managing Specialty Contractor Crews for Optimal Performance
Turning the Unexpected into an Opportunity in Your Construction Business
Brush Up on Your Construction Terms From A-Frame to Z-Sprocket
How We Can Build for Extremes Without Blowing Budgets
Technology
6 of the World’s Most Impressive 3D Printed Buildings
The following six 3D-printed structures showcase what can be accomplished with this technology and might offer a glimpse of the global housing landscape in the years ahead.
Robotic Legs Help Multi-Story Building Walk to New Location
Building in big cities often requires making a difficult choice between progress…
How Will Artificial Intelligence Change the Construction Industry?
Even in construction, artificial intelligence applications range from a formless…
A Look at the Future of AI and Robotics for Construction Equipment
The following is a look at six of the world’s largest and most prominent…
Can Innovating Slowly Help Speed Up Construction Technology Adoption?
They say slow and steady wins the race, and this adage is definitely applicable…
Safety
2020: A Year of Safety Firsts for Australia’s Construction Industry
As other industries closed their doors for the better part of the year, construction sites remained open and fully functional thanks to a swift response and everyone’s willingness to…
Lifetime Tips From Australian Construction Safety Experts
Safety in the construction industry isn’t something you learn overnight. Great safety leaders are born from decades of experience, on-site and in managerial roles, with plenty of life…
Keeping Canadian Workers Safe During COVID-19
With winter approaching and cases of COVID-19 on the rise, construction employers…
The Digital Edge in Obtaining and Retaining ISO 9001 Certification
Achieving ISO 9001 certification can unlock opportunities when it comes to doing…
Top Strategies for Avoiding Construction Contract Disputes
Contracts pose a major source of conflicts and disputes. Often, the reason is that construction companies don’t administer and manage their contracts. If you adopt some proactive habits…
Construction Sites Turn Down the Volume With New Methods and Technology
For as long as there’s been construction, there’s been jobsite noise. As our understanding of how excessive sound can affect workers’ health has improved, greater efforts have been made…
Leveraging a Connected Platform Can Lead to an Improved Customer Journey
At a recent Groundbreak session hosted by Rob Frank, Customer Experience Director at BW Workplace Experts, attendees considered the benefits of using a connected platform to deliver…
Top 5 Construction Technologies Tackling COVID-19 Challenges
As disruptive a force as the pandemic has been on global construction work, C&E firms have been adapting to their new environment with technology. We took a look at five technologies that…
6 Strategies to Get You from Mediocre to Dream Projects
Like type-cast actors who always end up playing the same roles, contractors get caught in circles doing the same old projects over and over again. Often they got into these project types to…
Featured
Methods and Materials for Blast-Resistant Construction
While no known technology can guarantee no damage to a building in an explosion,…
How Data Will Help Firms Survive and Thrive
A Look at How Covid-19 Changed the Construction Industry in 2020 and Beyond
6 Ways AR and VR Will Rule Construction in 2021
How to Give a Rough Estimate that Wins You New Business
2020 Wrapped: Most Popular Jobsite Articles of the Year
Why It’s Important to Understand a Project Owner’s Motivations
A Company Culture Based on Purpose and Passion Paves the Way to Innovation
From its inception, Procore has considered the bigger picture in its work. The…
Bidding for Real Estate Owners & Managers
Think about it: Before bids are awarded, typically only a small fraction (10% or…
Leading Inclusively: 10 Things You Can Do to Promote Inclusion & Diversity
Construction is such a competitive business, it’s easy to be swept up in…
Top Construction Project Challenges You Need to Face Head On
Project challenges usually come with no prior warning. When the lead electrician…