Managing megaprojects: How joint ventures help companies share the risk and reward
Experts agree that as long as construction costs continue to rise, the trend toward more JV contracts will also grow. Read more
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Experts agree that as long as construction costs continue to rise, the trend toward more JV contracts will also grow. Read more
A new report from Transparency Market Research predicts the global building information modeling (BIM) market, worth $2.6 billion in 2014, will grow to $11.54 billion by 2022. Read more
We talked with experts from various sectors of the construction industry to find out their predictions for 2016. Their answers varied from new technology trends, to workforce concerns, to homebuyer preferences. But one common thread connected all of the experts: They have high hopes that 2016 will bring strong demand and booming business. Read more
2015 was a big year for the construction industry as it continues to pick up momentum and is projected to see activity growth of 13% in 2015 to $675 billion. But peppered into all the economic reports, housing data, startup news and labor challenges were unique, unexpected and outrageous stories. As 2015 comes to a […]
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The Apprenticeship Board of the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency is inviting applications for members of Trade Advisory Committees (TACs) under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act, Regulations and Operating Charter for the following trades: Automotive Insurance Appraiser (AIA) Elevator Constructor/Mechanic Bricklayer Heavy Duty Equipment Technicial The Board is seeking employers and employees who are knowledgeable […]
The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency, in partnership with the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal and the Construction Association of Nova Scotia, is introducing requirements where contractors bidding on provincially-funded construction projects must be engaged in the Apprenticeship Program. As an initial step, a pilot project involving new school construction projects was launched in January […]
Experts agree that as long as construction costs continue to rise, the trend toward more JV contracts will also grow. Read more
During sentencing on Monday, Judge Ian MacDonnell said he needed to impose a “significant term” on Kazenelson to make it clear to others that they have a “serious obligation” to ensure the safety of workers. Read more
January is a good time for businesses to take stock of their operations and evaluate how to work more efficiently, and more profitably, in the coming year. For those in the construction industry, advancements in technology will continue to play a big role. Read more