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Experience vs. Credentials: Does Your Commercial Construction Contractor Make the Grade?

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and the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows employment for construction managers will grow 16 percent (faster than average for all occupations) from 2012 to 2022. But the interesting thing about commercial construction is all the different paths people take to end up in this industry.

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Managing from the Mother Ship: How a National Commercial Contractor Operates

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The other day I was talking with a Chicago-area client who didn’t realize Englewood is a national general contractor that manages national commercial construction projects across the country. We’ve posted before about how technology is changing commercial construction , and never is that more true than when running projects nationally.

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City leaders call for more cash for green building skills

Construction Enquirer

The City of London Corporation has released a new report urging investment in workers to meet the growing demand for green jobs and skills to decarbonise the city’s commercial buildings. It will also promote the delivery of a new National Retrofit and Green Skills Strategy for commercial developments.

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Sweco buys Ball & Berry to ramp up building control offer

Construction Enquirer

Established in 2007 and with six offices in England, Ball & Berry provides Approved Inspector services to commercial, residential, education, healthcare, hospitality, industrial and leisure sectors. The acquisition also strengthen Sweco’s competencies in all sectors and extends its geographical presence in England.

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Historic glazing contractor urgently seeks buyer

Construction Enquirer

Clients range from the largest construction companies to private individuals, in sectors including education, commercial, retail, leisure, healthcare, ecclesiastical and residential. The firm has worked with major contractors including Kier Wates, Willmott Dixon and Balfour Beatty.The company currently employs more than 65 people.

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Claritas Group heading for liquidation

Construction Enquirer

” Claritas specialised in projects up to £70m across the residential, commercial and education markets. . “Right now, I am truly sorry if you are being affected by the Claritas Group’s failure in any way.” Latest accounts for Claritas Group for the year to March 31 2022 show a £50.4m to trade creditors.

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10 award-winning metal building projects

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Awards were given in the following categories: Commercial/Industrial, Education – Primary and Secondary Schools, Education – Colleges and Universities, Municipal, Institutional, Roofing, Residential, and Overall Excellence. MCA also honored two projects with an Honorable Mention Award. Body Image: read more.