Is Arbitration All It’s Cracked Up To Be?
In the late 1980s, early 1990s, alternative dispute resolution came on the scene and was all the rage as a means to effectively and...
Safety First: Removing the worry of falling debris with safety nets
No matter the job, one of the biggest concerns for contractors is safety, both for workers and pedestrians. Whether work is taking place on...
The Great Communicator
In studying the highest levels of leadership, impact, and influence, several common aspects of effective communication become clear. The 10th anniversary of Ronald Reagan’s...
The Real Cost of Construction Jobsite Theft
According to the National Equipment Register, construction jobsite theft costs the industry up to $1 billion each year. Professional contractors rely on their tools...
Manage Payroll Like a Pro
Payroll can be a hassle for construction companies. What if you have employees with multiple rates? Maybe you have employees with different job classifications, pay...
Rehabbing Aging Concrete Wastewater Infrastructure
Municipal wastewater treatment facilities, sewers, and vaults endure some of the most severe and corrosive environments in the water industry and must pass increasing...
Rebuilding Tired Iron
Schildberg Construction Co. is a family owned business that has been moving dirt and crushing rock for the past 75 years. At Schildberg, nearly...
Ebola: OSHA Gets Into The Act
For the past month or so, the lead story in every radio newscast and online report has involved the potential threat from the Ebola...
Tested in Texas
As the athletic director in the Alvin Independent School District (ISD), with more than 24,000 students nestled along the Gulf Coast, Mike Bass knows...
Hilti Delivers
The safety and productivity of tradesman on jobsites is crucial to a construction business—and choosing the right business partners can significantly impact both. The...