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Rob Perrins steps up as executive chair in Berkeley shake-up

Construction Enquirer

. “W e continue to work with both the MHCLG and the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) to resolve the ongoing process issues encountered at Gateway 2 which, if left unresolved, would lower industry-wide delivery over the medium-term.”

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Contractors back New York’s Scaffold Law update

Construction Dive

Skip to main content CONTINUE TO SITE ➞ Dont miss tomorrows construction industry news Let Construction Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. Yet safety advocates warn that diluting New York’s scaffolding law would make it harder for workers to recover damages. You can unsubscribe at anytime.

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Building world-class hotels: The power of preconstruction and self-perform services

Construction Dive

Daily Dive M-F Tech Weekly Every Wednesday Infrastructure Weekly Every Tuesday Labor & Safety Weekly Every Thursday By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Early involvement of the general contractor enables an informed design, facilitating a more strategic planning and procurement process.

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Prefab ADUs: A Rising Trend in Affordable Housing and Off-Site Construction Solutions

The Pro Builder

At the same time, the construction industry is contending with its own set of challenges regarding workforce availability, jobsite safety, building quality, lack of materials, and building sustainability. Fortunately, the implementation of off-site construction practices is one approach that can help solve these challenges.

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Construction restarts on $2.1B Portland water plant

Construction Dive

Skip to main content CONTINUE TO SITE ➞ Dont miss tomorrows construction industry news Let Construction Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. You can unsubscribe at anytime. Portland water plant The Bull Run Filtration Project has been paused since February due to a legal fight with area residents.

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Virginia Becomes First State to Adopt Offsite Construction Standards

The Pro Builder

This underscores the Commonwealth’s commitment and leadership in establishing uniformity in offsite construction regulation. Offsite construction can also support jurisdictions in achieving their goals of sustainability and jobsite safety.

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Custom Safety Solutions: Why One-Size-Fits-All Doesn’t Work in Safety

Safety Services Company

Quick Highlights: Generic safety programs can leave critical gaps in compliance and workplace protection. Custom safety solutions better align with your specific operations, hazards, and regulatory demands. When it comes to workplace safety and compliance, out-of-the-box manuals, policies, and programs dont always cut it.