New Beauty of Block

Today’s architects, engineers, and contractors have the tall task of designing structures that check all the boxes: safe, stylish, sustainable, and all within budget....

Taxes in 2014: Know the Facts and Avoid an Audit

The possibility of a tax audit can strike fear into the hearts of even the most seasoned contractors. Whether records are meticulously kept in...

WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION: Digital Shift

How do you see digital transformation enhancing the career path for women in construction? I see the acceleration of digital transformation enhancing career opportunities for...

Product Selection: Part 1 of 3

Designing a building is no easy task. Even “simple” projects present challenges as architects balance competing priorities like energy, carbon, cost, quality, and time.  Navigating...

Insurance Needs

To be successful, construction companies need to be prepared and protected for any potential work-related injuries. One of the most critical components of this...

True Calculation

Construction business owners and managers are increasingly interested in understanding the total cost of ownership (TCO) of their machines. It’s a more complicated equation...

Industry Challenges

As we start a new year, it’s always interesting to reflect on the many industry challenges, successes, and progressions that have taken place, and...

Company Retreats

By Christine Corelli Company retreats represent a significant investment of time and energy. Many construction contractors and related businesses refrain from holding them because they are...

Transforming Views About the Construction Industry

It’s no secret that there is a shortage of skilled laborers in the construction industry. As previous generations of skilled laborers leave the field,...

Fighting Discrimination

Renee Conner knows what it means to be a woman in construction. As a kid, she went out to sites with her father and,...