Construction work has started or is about to start on three major hospital projects in the Vancouver area. The projects, worth a combined $4.9 billion, will provide work for tens of thousands of trades workers.
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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, bricks, siding, and much more. The following six low-carbon … about Six Low-Carbon Building Materials for a Greener Construction Industry
How to Use a Gantt Chart to Keep Your Projects on Track
Since construction projects are always on the clock, creating and maintaining a project schedule is one of the most crucial aspects of a job. It’s no easy gig, either. Each task within a construction project … about How to Use a Gantt Chart to Keep Your Projects on Track
Be Better Prepared for Mandatory Compliance Inspections
Compliance inspections remain a challenge for the Australian construction industry, both in terms of delivery and compliance certification. Defect rates remain stubbornly high, and questions have been raised around the independence and expertise of building … about Be Better Prepared for Mandatory Compliance Inspections
How to Move from Residential to Commercial Construction
With the slowdown in residential construction, many firms might be looking to expand across into commercial projects. Here’s how to make it work. New codes, new supply chains, new staging, new products and highly competitive … about How to Move from Residential to Commercial Construction
Overcoming the Big 3 Excuses for Bad Quality
All construction projects have quality expectations, and there is no shortage of blame to go around when quality suffers. Here are three top excuses and how to deal with them so that poor quality becomes … about Overcoming the Big 3 Excuses for Bad Quality
What Comes Next for Cost Management in Construction
Last year brought about rapid changes to just about every business segment on the planet, and all industries, including construction, are still finding their footing in a post-pandemic world. Part of this ongoing recalibration includes … about What Comes Next for Cost Management in Construction
5 Ways to Take Control of Your Costs
With the economy still in flux and complex demands on stakeholders across the construction industry showing no signs of slowing down, controlling costs is more important than ever. The best strategy for keeping costs in … about 5 Ways to Take Control of Your Costs
Keeping the Traffic Flowing: Highway Upgrade Project Underway
Building a series of highway overpasses can be a challenge for contractors at the best of times. But when soil conditions are far from ideal for supporting heavy infrastructure, it adds a new wrinkle to … about Keeping the Traffic Flowing: Highway Upgrade Project Underway
Owners Use Procore to Centralize All Projects’ Data in One Place
As an owner of a construction project portfolio, you’re well aware that data is the fuel that powers and illuminates your project’s entire lifecycle. Data gives you that deep visibility that can spotlight any hidden … about Owners Use Procore to Centralize All Projects’ Data in One Place
