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What is an Excavating Contractor? Definition, Duties & Job Outlook
Before you can start building, you need to prepare the jobsite. That’s where excavating contractors come in. Learn about the roles, responsibilities, and average salaries of...
The Evolution of Construction Technology Through the Years
Construction has existed as an industry for as long as humans have sought shelter from the elements. It didn’t take long before humans aspired to grander visions, though, as...
How To Manage Construction Progress Photos
As an experienced industry professional, you know firsthand how important daily reports are for construction projects. One of the most crucial parts of these reports is...
5 Traits That Make an Effective Construction Superintendent
Construction superintendents have an important job. From upper-level management to field crews, you have a lot of people (with very different needs) to keep happy. You also have...
5 Ways Construction Superintendents Can Make Meetings More Productive
Nobody is immune to unnecessary meetings. Across every industry and every workplace, everybody has been subjected to at least one meeting that could have been an email ....
Tips to Improve Operational Efficiency in Construction
For most construction companies, improving operational efficiency is a constant goal. In our industry, profitability depends significantly on a business’s understanding and...
Design-Build Construction: A Comprehensive Guide
Design-build construction is a project delivery method that’s quickly grown in popularity over the past several years. How does design-build construction work, and how can your...
How to Manage Construction Projects With Smaller Crews
In August 2022, the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) reported that the construction industry is experiencing a significant workforce shortage . According to their...
What is a General Contractor? - An Overview
Learn what it means to be a general contractor in this guide to one of the construction industry’s most important roles.
Using Data to Streamline Construction Project Management
Today’s project managers have a wide variety of construction technology solutions at their disposal to help collect and assess critical information from the field. If your...
Types of Construction Disputes and How to Avoid Them
Disputes are a common occurrence in construction, and many businesses spend a significant amount of time and resources on litigation each year. In 2020, construction companies...
How Communication Improves Productivity in Construction
For many types of businesses, good communication is essential to success. This is especially true in the construction industry, where the quality and consistency of information...