Field and office communication are essential to a well-run project. The problem is that the office and trailer usually operate in their own little world, while the jobsite functions entirely separately. There are...
Category - Collaboration
Grace Ellis
The Ins and Outs of Working More Collaboratively through Design-Build
When you think of a construction environment that fosters positive relationships and maximizes productivity, what seems more fitting? Is it: Secretive attitudes, protective measures, proprietary turf wars, mistrust and...
PlanGrid
3 Essential Steps to Build a Culture of Transparency in Construction
Why Project Visibility Is Key to Construction’s Success Raise your hand if you remember Veruca Salt from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, singing her outrageous song that boiled down to wanting more, more, more. Does...
Behind the Build: How Rubicon Is Revolutionizing Jobsite Collaboration with New “Super Tablet”
Interview with Todd McCall, Vice President of Operations for Rubicon General Contractors Mobile technology is becoming more commonplace than not on jobsites around the world. In fact, today over 83% of construction...
3 Strategies for Maintaining Design Intent Throughout Construction
What makes a building a hospital? What’s the difference between a facility for higher education versus one for K-12 learning? Why is one skyscraper considered a corporate office and a neighboring one used as an...
How Specialty Contractors Can Find Project Independence [Scorecard]
How Does Your Project Independence Rank? For specialty contractors, many workers enter a particular trade as a chance to further a passion or skill in construction. Whether it’s mechanical, electrical, drywall, interior...
Why the First Step of Collaborative Delivery Is People
How to Build High Performing People and Projects in Construction The construction industry is rapidly changing. There is a major focus on technology and a significant focus on more collaborative project delivery and...
Brent Darnell
Complete Guide to Conflict Resolution: How to Avoid Disputes in Construction
How to Win (Construction) Friends and Influence Projects Construction is one of the most dispute-ridden industries by far. Disputes in construction frequently result in protracted negotiations, broken contracts...
World Cup Construction: Building a Lasting Legacy with “The Beautiful Game”
From June 14 to July 15, Russia plays host to the 21st FIFA World Cup, a quadrennial event featuring the national football teams from 32 global nations who compete for the coveted trophy and glory of winning. The...
Amanda Fennell
The Ultimate Guide to Building Collaboration in Construction [Scorecard]
Best Practices to Connect Teams and Win Projects We all know what it feels like when someone isn’t pulling their weight. Whether it was a project from university days or plain old household chores, lack of cohesiveness...