The time is coming when your projects will be judged not just by cost and quality but by their carbon footprint. The push toward sustainability is picking up. There’s still a lot of work to be done, but you need to start thinking about carbon now because, in one...
It’s no surprise the construction industry is unforgiving. It’s a tough one to be part of and we see so many businesses start out promising but quickly run out of steam and finances with no choice but to shut up shop. Whether it’s struggling to balance budgets,...
Understanding and working within the terms of your contract gives you a direct path to success. Not paying attention or playing hard and fast with the terms is a surefire way to hit roadblocks, resulting in money being left behind. That’s why you should leave...
Getting paid your hard-earned money on a job should be straightforward, right? Well, it turns out, not always. When you’ve put in the elbow grease, tracked every inch of progress, and your QS (Quantity Surveyor) submits your payment claim, hearing...
You see something missing from the drawings, something you know is essential. Leave it out of the tender, score the job, and figure it out later as an “extra”, right? Wrong. You’ll get found out, and fast. Everyone gets burned – especially the...
