Workforce Management: Part 4 of 4

Miscommunication is often the underlying cause of many problems throughout the construction lifecycle, from causing delays and rework to more serious problems like workplace...

Mass Miscommunication

You fiddle with your smartphone under the table during an important meeting. You type an (error-ridden) email to a client while talking (distractedly) on...

Metal Shaping Resilient Buildings

As wildfires rage across the American West, hurricanes intensify in the Southeast, and insurance markets tighten nationwide, the demand for fire-resilient, climate-ready buildings is...

Family First

Anyone who has founded a construction business knows that success is often a slow climb, involving years of relationship-building and developing a reputation for...

Proactive, Problem, Prevention: 3Ps to the Rescue

By Christine Corelli That quote from Ben Franklin applies to many things in business and in life. It especially applies to handling problems and complaints.  What’s...

Up With Local Leadership

I swear if I read another blog about the leadership lessons of some famous leader, I’ll gag. I’d much rather read about real leaders...

Stop Work Authority

We hear from clients that they have given employees stop work authority. If they see something unsafe or are unsure about something they see...

Stop Toolbox Talk Burnout

By Ruthann Ellis Holding regular Toolbox Talks is an effective way to reinforce the focus on safety for workers. At Ceco Concrete Construction, our crew...

Contractors vs. Weather

Severe water damage can wreak havoc upon any building, whether it’s been completed or still under construction, leaving long-lasting effects in its wake. Whether...

Employee Ownership

Contractors using employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) as a business strategy are on the rise. Fifteen percent of all employee stock ownership plans are...