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  5 benefits of arbitration for construction disputes

  Avoiding court can save time and money while leading to better project outcomes, says attorney Jacqueline Greenberg Vogt.

  Jacqueline Greenberg Vogt • Jan. 26, 2024

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  Why — and how — to ignore nasty emails

  Don’t fall for these common mistakes when a rude message hits your inbox, writes consultant Matt Verderamo.

  Matt Verderamo • Jan. 24, 2024

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  How to gain respect from experienced co-workers

  Young construction leaders must learn how to navigate relationships with the seasoned pros on their team, according to an industry consultant.

  Matt Verderamo • Dec. 18, 2023

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  5 tactics to tell — and sell — your firm’s story

  Once you know what you want to say to potential clients, decide how best to present it.

  Chemene Phillips • Dec. 14, 2023

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  3 steps to a profitable exit strategy

  To make the most money when it’s time to sell, owners need to focus on building value in their firms, writes construction consultant Matt Verderamo.

  Matt Verderamo • Nov. 21, 2023

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  8 ways to build your brand

  Contractors often downplay marketing efforts and instead rely on word-of-mouth connections, but a few simple steps can help find new clients, says a construction branding expert.

  Chemene Phillips • Nov. 7, 2023

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  Billions in deferred maintenance projects coming to US facilities

  A nationwide push to address delayed upkeep on public buildings and infrastructure will create myriad opportunities for contractors, according to a consultant.

  Mary Scott Nabers • Oct. 25, 2023

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  5 ways to improve construction DEI

  One CEO says some companies may overlook the importance of diversity, but the business case for it is compelling.

  Jim Fowler • Oct. 20, 2023

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  Diversity, not racism, must be construction’s default

  In an industry known for overcoming challenges, progress on inclusion doesn’t measure up, according to one construction CEO and author.

  Melvin Gravely • Oct. 17, 2023

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  Are your subs covered?

  A COI does not promise actual insurance coverage, so contractors must be thorough in confirming that they are protected. Here are five things to look for.

  Melanie C. Kalmanson • Sept. 14, 2023

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  The time is now to protect your firm from ransomware attacks

  Contractors are prime targets for hacks, but there are important steps businessowners can take to protect themselves, writes one cyber expert.

  Stel Valavanis • Sept. 13, 2023

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  How lean construction helps clients and improves contractors’ profits

  Beyond better collaboration and time savings on projects, gains show up in builders’ bottom lines, writes a Rochester, New York, construction executive.

  Ken Osmun • Aug. 23, 2023

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  How to comply with E-Verify

  As Florida joins other states using the online system, contractors should get familiar with the process, so they don’t open themselves up to liability or citations.

  Kim Coan • Aug. 17, 2023

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  AI holds promise for contractors that understand the risks

  From go/no go decisions to proposal development, firms are already using the technology in surprising ways.

  Richard Friedman • Aug. 16, 2023

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  How to support the mental health of an injured employee

  Taking certain steps can help workers heal faster, according to Jennifer Cogbill, vice president at third-party claims firm Gallagher Bassett.

  Jennifer Cogbill • Aug. 10, 2023

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  How to embrace tech to help manufacturing clients attract, retain workers

  JE Dunn's design management director describes a range of innovations that make it easier for customers to staff their plants.

  Drew Overmiller • July 19, 2023

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  The infrastructure act was historic. Now, we need workers to get the job done.

  To make the most of public works dollars, the construction industry should support foreign-born and diverse applicants entering the workforce, says New York Building Congress CEO Carlo Scissura.

  Carlo Scissura • July 18, 2023

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  5 factors that can make your construction risk register obsolete

  Contractors should recalibrate risk to account for today’s challenges in order to mitigate disputes and potential litigation.

  James Gallagher • July 11, 2023

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  How Skanska addresses ‘total worker health’

  The contractor’s U.S. health and safety director emphasizes the need to include mental wellness in overall safety.

  Joaquin Diaz • July 6, 2023

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  Midyear check-in: How’s your construction firm doing?

  At the halfway point of 2023, UBS financial advisor Jason Lowy says that construction leaders should assess their year-end goals.

  Jason Lowy • June 29, 2023

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  What condo owners, developers can learn from the Surfside collapse

  Overdue repairs on multifamily buildings are a recipe for disaster, writes construction risk management expert Don Neff.

  Don Neff • June 28, 2023

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  5 steps to keep change orders from becoming disputes

  Divergence from the original plans on construction projects is unavoidable. But that doesn’t have to lead to a dispute.

  Spencer Krebs • June 21, 2023

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  New hurricane-focused codes on the horizon for Florida

  Contractors in the Sunshine State can expect much stronger building and land use regulations in the wake of Hurricane Ian, according to a construction expert. 

  Don Neff • April 24, 2023

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  Good jobs are coming. Let’s make sure women don’t miss out.

  With the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, construction is uniquely poised to improve diversity in its workforce, according to two experts on women’s equity in employment.

  Emily Andrews and Lauren Sugerman • April 3, 2023

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  What The New York Times got wrong about construction

  What is holding the industry back from broader tech adoption and more collaboration?

  Reid Senescu • March 22, 2023

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