Deep Dive: Page 6
Industry insights from our journalists
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What can be gleaned from 2018's highest-profile construction bankruptcies?
Causes of last year's significant bankruptcies varied, and though some were beyond contractors' control, there are lessons to be learned.
Kim Slowey • Jan. 16, 2019 -
For Generation Z, the value of a construction career is a no-brainer
Trades training is an attractive alternative to student loans for frugal Gen Zers, who seek financial success and entrepreneurial opportunities at a young age.
Kathleen Brown • Jan. 16, 2019 -
7 trends that will shape commercial construction in 2019
Automation, drone use, hyperloops and more are among the trends that will make the biggest impact on the industry this year.
Kim Slowey, Laurie Cowin, Joe Beeton and Kathleen Brown • Jan. 7, 2019 -
The Dotted Line: Mitigating the risks of technology
It's all about the allocation of risk, legal experts explain. Humans are responsible for computing errors just as they would be for a bulldozer mishap.
Kim Slowey • Dec. 18, 2018 -
Construction heads should tread lightly in new risk territory, for landmines await: DBIA
At the Construction Super Conference last week, contractors and arbitration lawyers shared the importance of mitigating risk by spotting "landmines" early in the preconstruction phase — when the contract is still being written.
Joe Beeton • Dec. 14, 2018 -
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Two years of Trump: Where are we and what's next for construction?
Nearing the halfway point of President Donald Trump's term, we take a look at policies that impact construction, weighing economic health against risks that could inflame industry challenges.
Kathleen Brown • Nov. 20, 2018 -
Mass timber's striking case for sustainability
As mass timber lays claim to increasingly innovative technology and prefabrication, it also hopes to get an edge up on its traditional building material counterparts through its lower carbon footprint and renewability traits.
Laurie Cowin • Oct. 26, 2018 -
The Dotted Line: 4 answers to common collaboration hiccups
Design-build, integrated project delivery and other collaborative construction processes present myriad challenges, but several experts have outlined steps contractors can take to boost teamwork across stakeholders.
Kim Slowey • Oct. 23, 2018 -
7 giant airport projects around the world take flight
Global airport construction is valued at $737.3 billion as many projects, including some in the U.S., undertake ambitious growth plans to process more passengers and get more planes in the air.
Laurie Cowin • Oct. 11, 2018 -
5 stadium projects that are knocking construction out of the park
These projects feature billion-dollar mixed-use developments to keep consumers coming back — and spending money — after game day.
Kim Slowey • Oct. 9, 2018 -
How to protect and retain immigrant workers
Awaiting President Donald Trump's next policy move, construction executives underscore the economic contributions of foreign-born workers, who make up 25% of the workforce, while unions and others call for better safeguards against wage theft and jobsite injury.
Kathleen Brown • Sept. 24, 2018 -
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Is leasing employees the answer to workers' comp, labor shortage issues?
Small and midsize companies are finding success using employee leasing to reduce their employment risks as well as their administrative burdens.
Laurie Cowin • Sept. 24, 2018 -
Hiring mandates still on the rise, contractors slow to pose a challenge
Hiring goals can sometimes be in conflict with the realities of the labor market contractors face today.
Kim Slowey • Sept. 24, 2018 -
Picking from 2K+ con-tech startups like 'a kid in a candy shop'
Finding reliable products in the booming construction technology marketplace has contractors stretched thin, but the right partnerships could boost efficiency and offset the hassle, experts told Construction Dive.
Kathleen Brown • Sept. 12, 2018 -
Safety in bridge construction: some say it's as simple as ABC
It's in the hot seat, but accelerated bridge construction, or putting prefabricated components in place like "Legos," is increasingly used, contractors say, because it doesn't interrupt traffic or place workers in danger.
Kim Slowey • July 18, 2018 -
How sensors are building smart jobsite 'ecosystems'
Sensors allow access to new information and analysis that can help keep workers safe, equipment online and projects on track.
Kathleen Brown • July 16, 2018 -
Connected tools, equipment boost jobsite productivity
But the successful adoption of these products sometimes requires a major shift in company culture.
Kim Slowey • July 16, 2018 -
Business toolbox: Maximizing cash flow
Having cash at the ready not only allows contractors to pay their bills on time but to finance material and manpower on new projects.
Kim Slowey • July 11, 2018 -
Not your average 'snowflake': Why construction educators are excited about millennials
College construction management programs are attracting entrepreneurial young people drawn to the industry’s dynamism and job opportunities.
Kathleen Brown • June 28, 2018 -
The Dotted Line: How to make sure a contract protects your money
Contractors shouldn't hesitate to try to strike a better deal for things like change orders and retainage during contract negotiations.
Kim Slowey • June 19, 2018 -
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Forensic BIM: Using modeling to resolve disputes and claims
The ability to use BIM to retrospectively verify that the scope of work completed matches what the contract required could save millions in some lawsuits.
Kim Slowey • June 18, 2018 -
Leveraging BIM in the prefabrication space
By improving project visibility and coordination between the trades, 3D models can reduce design errors and save offsite construction firms time and money.
Kathleen Brown • June 18, 2018 -
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Business Toolbox: How to produce a winning estimate
Winning new work is critical to any construction company, and the key to prevailing over competitors often comes down to providing the most accurate cost estimate.
Kim Slowey • June 5, 2018 -
The smart buildings dilemma: Redevelop or start fresh?
Adding technology to an older structure can make the building more efficient and boost occupant productivity, but new construction may be a better option.
Chris Teale • May 30, 2018 -
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Why drones are a 'no-brainer' for top contractor McCarthy
A manager from one of the top U.S. construction firms said in a webinar this week that while implementation has its challenges, drones are easier to make use of than it might seem.
Joe Beeton • May 23, 2018
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