How to Prepare Construction Management for the Future
Nothing changes quite as fast as technology in the modern era. For construction site managers, advancements in technology can offer transparency, safety and coordination never before seen in the...
Proper Attire for Women in Skilled Crafts
Performance workwear is a hot topic for women in skilled crafts like plumbing and construction. The skilled labor industry is no longer a man's world. While the modern-day male...
When Does Noise Become a Health Hazard on a Construction Site?
With everything from cranes to concrete trucks dotting the landscape, construction sites are inherently noisy. This might be an unavoidable part of reality in the industry, but there is...
Injury Prevention and Safety in the Construction Industry: A Complete Guide
Construction can be a dangerous industry if professionals don’t take the proper precautions, according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) statistics. Heights, construction equipment, heavy materials, and hazards...
Survey: Construction Craft Professions Continue to Offer Strong Salaries
Careers in the skilled crafts continue to offer high earning potential, according to a new survey by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER). NCCER released its 2026...
Scaffolding Safety 101: Essential Tips for Construction Sites
Construction sites help create the infrastructure that we have today. We wouldn’t have towering buildings and multi-story homes without workers experienced with scaffolding. These structures allow workers to reach...
Why Formal Training Matters for Construction Superintendents
One way construction businesses can set their companies up for success and take their team to the next level is by helping their superintendents learn new skills to meet...
The Value of Assessing and Upskilling Journey-Level Construction Professionals
Journey-level craft professionals are the backbone of a construction workforce. Typically considered to be tradesmen who have at least four years of experience in the industry, these workers have earned their...
8 Creative Ways Construction Project Managers Can Boost Team Morale
Careers in construction are exciting and rewarding, but they can also be physically and emotionally demanding. Project managers must keep this in mind and do what they can to...
The Key to Fixing the Workforce Shortage
As an industry, it is time to engage in critical outreach efforts that will recruit craft professionals and shift negative perceptions surrounding construction.