Each year, the American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) releases its annual Bridge Report, offering a detailed snapshot of the nation’s bridge infrastructure. The 2019 edition of this report revealed that 7.7 percent of all bridges in the United States are classified as structurally deficient. While this figure represents a modest improvement over previous […]
The September 2015 collapse of a Liebherr LR 11350 crawler crane at the Grand Mosque in Mecca remains one of the deadliest crane accidents in modern construction history. With 107 lives lost and more than 200 people injured, the disaster forced the construction industry to confront difficult questions about who bears responsibility when massive lifting
Construction professionals spend long hours on the jobsite, often eating meals in less-than-ideal conditions. Between cramped break trailers, dusty truck cabs, and outdoor perches overlooking the work zone, the humble plastic spork from the deli is not going to cut it. Enter the tactical-grade eating utensil, a category defined by rugged construction, portability, and multi-function
The United States Department of Labor introduced significant updates to the Fair Labor Standards Act in 2016 that reshaped how overtime pay is calculated and administered across many industries. For construction contractors, these changes carried unique implications due to the project-based nature of construction work, fluctuating hours, and the mix of exempt and non-exempt employees
Running a construction project successfully demands more than just reading blueprints and scheduling deliveries. It requires navigating complex human dynamics, maintaining quality standards under pressure, and making decisions that affect budgets, timelines, and safety. Few people understand this better than Jason Shipe, co-host of The Construction Management Podcast, who has spent years working as a
Construction sites present a unique blend of hazards that require coordinated efforts between site managers, workers, and local law enforcement to maintain safety and security. Every year, thousands of construction professionals work alongside public safety agencies to prevent theft, manage emergencies, and ensure that job sites remain secure environments for everyone involved. Building a strong
In the construction industry, managing projects efficiently requires juggling multiple software tools for budgeting, scheduling, document control, quality inspections, and team communication. Recognizing this fragmentation, Procore introduced Construction OS, a unified platform designed to bring together project management, financial oversight, and quality and safety tools into a single connected ecosystem. This approach eliminates data silos
The construction industry has long pursued ways to reduce the weight of materials used in building projects. Lighter materials translate to lower structural loads, reduced foundation requirements, simpler transportation logistics, and improved on-site safety. From high-rise towers to residential developments, the ability to minimize material weight without compromising strength has become a defining factor in
For anyone considering a career in the building trades, understanding entry level construction job pay is a critical first step. The construction industry offers solid earning potential even for those just starting out, with wages that often exceed what entry level workers earn in other sectors. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the
The health of a nation’s bridge infrastructure provides a clear window into the state of its transportation network. According to the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), the United States has approximately 618,000 bridges, and each year the association releases a comprehensive report detailing their condition. Their 2021 findings revealed that roughly 45,000 bridges,
