Hi there. The Chamberlin Man here.In the current issue of the Chamberlin newsletter is a poignant piece from consultant David Leslie of Building Exterior Solutions that...
Sustainable Value
Premier contractors operate on principles that produce sustainable value, consistent quality and high return on investment. Many lesser-quality contractors skirt the law, limit compensation and eliminate benefits, safety and training programs in order to hit the low cost bid. How do construction leaders communicate their superior value so owners and developers can avoid the risks and hidden costs associated with second-rate contractors?
Often low price wins the job, but does it deliver best value and return on investment?
Hi there. The Chamberlin Man here.I'm minding my business the other day, just strolling down the street when a gust of wind lifts my fedora right off my head. It's a...
In just the latest example of the consequences that can result from a lack of quality control in construction, the Army Corps of Engineers has been sharply criticized by the...
Editor’s note: Access, Control and Technology are all important components of a secure construction site. In part three of this series last week, Jim Kollaer explained...
Editor’s note: Access, Control and Technology are all important components of a secure construction site. In part two of this series last week, Jim Kollaer explained...
Editor’s note: In part one of this series last week, Jim Kollaer’s article ACT Now on Jobsite Security began as he explained the many areas of jobsite security which must be...
This article was originally published in the November/December issue of Construction Savvy. Reprinted with permission.My first construction boss told me everything he...
One of my clients, an industrial construction company, recently asked me to conduct their annual employment law training. Here are my observations and lessons learned.The...
Hi there. The Chamberlin Man here.You may very well be interested to know The Center for Environmental Innovation in Roofing minted a program in 2011 called RoofPoint....
