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The Startup Construction Business Checklist: 3 Important Documents You Need to Have

Construction Marketing

A construction business needs need public liability insurance , and employers’ liability insurance if you employ staff. Although public liability insurance is not a legal requirement, it should be regarded as essential. Your business plan should also identify potential risks that could result in cash flow problems.

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Less than 20% of Green Building Contracts Properly Drafted

Green Building Law Update

More than 60% of that subset was in jurisdictions with a mandatory green building law creating liability for the architect among others. Statistically, the next most common failing, in more than 22% of contracts reviewed, was allocation of who was responsible for achieving a green building standard (e.g.,

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Job Order Contracting - Untitled Article

Job Order Contracting

Key FY 2017 Statistics. As a result, the impact of lack of proper funding and management at the GSA presents staggering liabilities. Since 2003, federal real property was noted as “high risk” by the GAO. America’s Federal Buildings and Physical Infrastructure. Total buildings: 127,416 Total square footage of buildings: 1.2

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Industry Statistics. Green Construction & Construction Software » The Business of Construction Risk Management. With every project, no matter how big or small, there is always risk – risk of injury, financial responsibility, or quality assurance. First, they understand risk. Ask the Expert. Industry News.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Industry Statistics. In running a business, there must always be a certain amount of risk that you’re willing to take. Risk is healthy; it keeps things fresh and gives you the opportunity to evolve. I took a risk in 2005 and dressed up as Superman for a marketing campaign. Never settle and take some measured risks.

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Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being

Pro Builder

Consider these elements of a training and awareness program to save lives, mitigate injuries, and reduce liability and costs . Cannabis and the Jobsite: Keeping Your Risk to a Minimum. There’s a gap in the management of risk and safety in construction,” he says. John Caulfield, senior contributing editor.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Industry Statistics. In this article, Schoppman explains how business owners should evaluate construction professionals on specific criteria to enhance margin, improve productivity and hedge construction risks. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Equipment and Services Directory. Ask the Expert. Hardhat Connect.