Construction has long been a male-dominated industry, but times are changing. New attitudes, new technologies, and new ways of building are creating a construction environment more open to women than ever before. Still, you often … about How to Create a Female-Friendly Culture that Women Want to Join
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Georgia Tech Uses 5D BIM for $100M Campus Project
Even by construction industry standards, the commercial construction sector in particular has been slow to get on board with the latest technological innovations. That said, the fact that Georgia Tech is leveraging 5D Building Information Modeling for … about Georgia Tech Uses 5D BIM for $100M Campus Project
It Came From Prinsburg: Marcus Construction and the Art of Diving In
Carl Marcus had an idea—one of those ideas that can take root, feed on its own common sense and sweat, and blossom into a big deal. He’d been building quonset huts for the Norling family, … about It Came From Prinsburg: Marcus Construction and the Art of Diving In
WiOPS: Opening Doors for Women in Construction
Women in construction today make up just 9% of the workforce, a figure that hasn’t changed much in WiOPS National Board President Holly Cindell’s more than three-decade career in the industry. Being in such an … about WiOPS: Opening Doors for Women in Construction
What Does Future Hold for Women in Construction?
There’s been a lot of talk recently about women’s participation in the construction industry to help with the lingering labor shortage. Like most things these days though, it’s complicated. One question the industry can’t avoid … about What Does Future Hold for Women in Construction?
9 Women Construction Leaders Share Their Best Career Advice
Jobsite spoke to nine construction leaders who are paving the way for future generations of women in the building industry. The women, who range from a project manager to CEO, offer sage advice for women of … about 9 Women Construction Leaders Share Their Best Career Advice
What You Might Have Wrong About Lien Waivers
Lien waivers are probably the single most misunderstood payment document there is in construction. Which is kind of funny, because lien waivers are everywhere in construction.
The Successful Traits of a Project Manager
Being a project manager on a construction site is not easy. There are practical skills like learning how to budget or set up a comprehensive schedule. Whether you are looking for a change in career … about The Successful Traits of a Project Manager
Narrowing The Construction Skills Gap
The construction industry is on the rebound after the Great Recession and spending is at an all-time high. In November, investment in new projects peaked at $1 trillion. Still, there’s a critical obstacle in the … about Narrowing The Construction Skills Gap
Construction’s Digital Transformation and Where it’s Headed
Traditionally speaking, the construction industry has been slow to change, particularly when it comes to adopting new technology. But a number of market forces have shifted the thinking around digitizing operations in an effort to … about Construction’s Digital Transformation and Where it’s Headed
