The general contractor of a 50-bed Midwest medical facility was facing a million dollar repair cost and a potential lawsuit due to winter frost and ice buildup in above-ceiling spaces, soffits and clerestories. The contractor found an innovative solution and avoided replacing the costly air barrier.
Four Tips to Build Stronger Subcontractor Partnerships
Done right, subcontractor management creates lasting partnerships with the best talent in the market. Done wrong, it can lead to a chaotic and frustrating jobsite.
ABC Announces 2018 Excellence in Construction Award Winners
Associated Builders and Contractors honored 92 projects collectively worth nearly $3.7 billion at the 29th annual Excellence in Construction® Awards gala during ABC Convention 2019 in Long Beach, California. The EIC awards program is the industry’s leading competition that honors both general and specialty contractors for innovative and high-quality merit shop construction projects.
Project Management Demands Increase in Today’s Volatile Construction Market
Improving the foundation of project management through TVO, supply chain integration and a unified buy-make-move-fulfill process will prepare the industry for consistent and meaningful growth in the coming years.
How Organizational Change Management Can Improve a Project’s Bottom Line
Organizational change management can greatly contribute to a project’s bottom line. Data from numerous sources shows a direct correlation between change management effectiveness and the likelihood of success.
Three Reasons Lean Construction Principles Are Still Valid
Though lean construction is hardly a quick fix, the concepts are not only valid, but can create dramatic improvements in scheduling, budget and delivery when implemented correctly.
Tips for Creating or Enhancing a Preconstruction Department
Preconstruction managers must carefully observe and listen to clients to exceed their expectations. To compete among the top contractors, become a trusted adviser and stay on top of details.
Heating Tips to Keep Construction Jobs Running in Winter
A sophisticated heating and drying system designed by an experienced contractor helps keep sites cleaner and safer and speeds up construction schedules—all while reducing fuel costs and potential risks and staying on budget.








