Conflict in the workplace is part of the natural order. Everyone conducts themselves in their own way, and it can be difficult to account for the feelings and opinions of […]
Practical Tips for Reducing the Frequency of Conflict on the Project Site Read Post »
Every decision you make as a contractor has a cost. Whether it’s selecting one subcontractor over another, accepting a particular project when others are available, or giving your workers a
Opportunity Cost in the Construction Industry Read Post »
Lien waivers assure owners that a contractor won’t attempt to file a mechanic’s lien against a project after being paid. There are two types of waivers, conditional and unconditional. Both
Lien Waivers in Tennessee Read Post »
Contrary to popular belief, success actually makes life harder. Sure, the benefits reaped from success are worth the trouble, but those who assume that everything will be smooth sailing after
There are few building innovations that have garnered the level of excitement and enthusiasm that modular construction has managed to generate. As Construction Dive notes: “Hype for modular construction has
How Modular Construction Continues to Make a Case for Itself Read Post »
For contractors, getting paid is never as simple as it should be. Owners have a tendency to drag their feet once the time to start writing checks has arrived, which
Everything You Need to Know About Obtaining Final Payment on a Construction Project Read Post »
Recently, the Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR) published a series of toolbox talks discussing the emerging applications of nanomaterials in the construction industry. This series covers a broad
Nanomaterials: Are Your Workers Protected? Read Post »
Safety perception surveys are arguably one of the most effective performance measurement tools for gleaning insightful information about the current state of your safety and health procedures. But why are
The Value of Safety Perception Surveys in the Construction Industry Read Post »
For the past year, construction companies have benefited from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the most significant reform to be enacted since 1986. Signed by President Donald Trump on
How the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Affects Construction Companies Read Post »
A new study published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence shows what many employers in the industry already know and are struggling to control on their jobsites: out of
New Study Finds That Construction Workers Most Likely to Use Opioids and Cocaine Read Post »
