Concrete Future: Construction’s Pending Labour Problem
Santosh Mohanan believes more young people and better access to the talents of immigrant workers are needed in the construction industry.
Building Blocks: How Blockchain Could Transform Construction
Blockchain offers the construction industry transparency, conflict-resolution, and superior management capabilities. What’s stopping it?
Human Building: The Role of People in High Tech Construction
Does the presence of tech in construction make humans expendable? No, although it does necessitate an evolution in recruiting and training.
Is Glass Good? Innovators Aim to Make it So
Researchers, manufacturers, and engineers look to address the environmental and safety challenges of window-centric buildings.
A Window Into the Future of Sales and Construction
For Justin Vroegop, sales manager of Westeck Windows and Doors, responding to supply chain, labour, and market forces is key to success
Dream Builders: Investing in Purpose Built Rental Units
What is the future of purpose built rental units? For developers who understand emerging lifestyle and economic trends, opportunity knocks.
Engineers Building Better Building Materials
Innovative researchers, scientists and engineers create new and improved building materials for a stronger, lighter, more sustainable future
Balance Builders: Construction Accounting and Finance
Cost allocation and cash flow challenges in the construction industry make top tier finance and accounting professionals crucial to success.
Life Goes On: Thriving and Recruiting During a Pandemic
CanWel Building Materials Director of HR Julie Wong on recruiting, compensation and employer reputation management during a pandemic upturn.
The Construction Industry Needs an Equitable Update
We can address the looming skilled labour shortage by hiring more women, but retaining those employees will require systemic change.