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Refine versus shine: Defining and defending design intent with refined concrete

Construction Specifier

LEED AP, Vivian Volz, CSI, AIA, LEED AP, SCIP Photo courtesy Tao Group Solutions After years of grappling with client callbacks, legal disputes, and financial losses from poor polished concrete installations, the industry has reached a breaking point: prohibit polished concrete.

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Construction Project Forecasting for Better Budgeting and Scheduling

Buildern

When forecasting is done right, it turns raw data into reliable insight, helping builders manage risks and create more realistic and accurate estimates. In this guide, we’ll break down the different types of construction project forecasting, explain why each one matters, and show you how to use forecasting to stay on schedule.

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Profile – Drone Manager Nick Ross

Granger Construction

Since joining the construction industry in 2023 as Granger Construction’s Drone Manager, Nick Ross has significantly elevated the capabilities and contributions of the firm’s in-house Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) program. Nick did not come from a construction background.

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PC Construction Accepts National CMAA Award for BETA Technologies Manufacturing and Assembly Facility

PC Construction

South Burlington, VT – PC Construction recently accepted a National Project Achievement Award from the Construction Management Association of America. In addition, evolving manufacturing requirements caused significant building scope and design changes midway through construction.

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Team Erects 460-Ft.-Tall Tower on Tight Manhattan Site

ENR Construction

Tall Tower on Tight Manhattan Site Faced with tight timelines and site constraints, the team crafted a strategy to keep critical concrete pours on a consistent schedule By Bruce Buckley A tight site forced the team to position the crane close to the building and secure it through temporary openings in the facade.

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General Contractor Contract: The Ultimate Guide for USA and Australian Builders

Buildern

If you’re managing crews, working with subs, and wondering how to handle general contractor markup , this is the foundation you can’t skip. A general contractor contract comes into play when a builder takes full responsibility for managing a construction project , coordinating trades, materials , timelines, and client expectations.

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Improving Sustainability in the Construction Industry: A Complete Guide for 2025

UK Construction Blog

Technology integration is crucial for sustainable construction success, with Building Information Modelling (BIM) reducing waste by 30%, smart building systems achieving 20-30% energy savings, and digital tools enabling precise resource management and real-time monitoring. What Is Sustainable Construction?