Finding Expertise in the Immigrant Labour Pool
/in front, news/by Alison ClackHalifax-based contractor Dexter Construction has discovered a pool of “underutilized labour” that is proving to be a good hiring source for hard-working and reliable workers for its concrete division as well as other divisions in its fold. Read more
The Keys to Success in Integrated Project Delivery: People, Process and Promises
/in front, news/by Alison ClackIntegrated project delivery (IPD) is a collaborative method that addresses some of the shortcomings of the traditional procurement methods. IPD covers a spectrum of contracting — from the familiar (construction management infused with collaborative or team-based processes) to the arcane (alliance models with “no-dispute” clauses). However, in its most effective form, IPD involves a multiparty […]
Clients Should Mandate Better Outcomes instead of BIM
/in front, news/by Alison ClackMandating building information modelling (BIM) in Australia now should only be done as part of a wider national strategy for the construction industry. Otherwise it will be as effective as mandating CAD. Read more
2015 Awards Applications Due September 3rd
/in front, news/by Alison ClackThe deadline is approaching to submit a project for the CCPPP 2015 National Awards for Innovation and Excellence in Public-Private Partnerships. Read more