Why Accounting in Construction Management is Needed
Imagine overseeing a construction project where you’re unsure about the cost of materials, labor, and other overhead costs. This is where the role of accounting in construction becomes evidently crucial to the project’s success. From tracking costs to ensuring projects stay…
The RONA+ banner has arrived in Québec
RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating or servicing some 425 corporate and affiliated stores under different banners, recently celebrated the grand opening of RONA+ Hull, located at 95 Atawe Street in Gatineau (QC). The store in Hull is the…
New Zones: Track and Solve Issues More Efficiently
Field Notes in OpenSpace makes it easy to capture detailed information about your project and send it to the right person—on the jobsite or in the office. Customers use Field Notes to keep track of observations, flag issues, streamline punch lists,…
Understanding Construction Risk Management
You don’t need a lifetime’s worth of experience to realize that construction is rife with risk. Worker accidents, materials shortages, weather delays, environmental regulations, and payment disputes are all common risks in construction projects. These factors all play a role in…
Op-ed: Canada needs to get real about addressing the housing crisis
Mary Van Buren, president of the Canadian Construction Association, critiques Canada’s approach to the housing crisis, emphasizing the lack of discussion on the necessary infrastructure for new homes. She points out the oversight in not considering the infrastructure investment needed alongside…
Developer proposes new Halifax neighbourhood with 3,500 housing units
The proposed “Strawberry Hill Future Growth Node” in Halifax aims to transform the area with 14 multi-use buildings housing 3,656 units, alongside new roads, parklands, and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure. Submitted by Fathom Studio for Dynamic Properties Co. Ltd., the plan focuses on…
Challenges Impacting Toronto’s Forest Hill Luxury Condo Development
A stalled luxury condo project in Toronto’s Forest Hill neighborhood highlights the broader issue of delayed multi-residential developments contributing to the city’s housing shortage. Originally a single-family home, the property was demolished in 2017 for a four-story condo project that has…
North Shore wastewater plant now expected to cost $3.86 billion
The cost for completing the North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant in Metro Vancouver has risen to $3.86 billion. Originally set for completion in 2020 with a $500 million budget, delays and legal issues with the contractor have significantly increased costs. Now…
Construction begins on new Vancouver Art Gallery
Construction has started on the new Vancouver Art Gallery, showcasing Coast Salish art with a facade designed by local Indigenous artists. This large-scale, nine-level project, designed by Herzog & de Meuron, aims to be a space of protection and representation, incorporating…
ConTech: Latest Trends and Innovations – No. 50
A look at the world of Construction Technology – by Arnie Gess, publisher of Construction Links Network. Calling All Construction Tech Enthusiasts! Do you have the latest scoop in construction technology? Submit your news releases to us! Don’t miss the Tuesday deadline each…
Enhancing Financial Control: Introducing ControlQore for Construction
Introducing ControlQore, a groundbreaking expense management platform specifically designed for the construction industry. Founded by construction industry veterans, ControlQore addresses the unique financial complexities faced daily by construction companies. The announcement also includes the unveiling of a new self-onboarding feature and…
Challenges and Promises of Modular Housing in Global Construction
The concept of modular housing, employing pre-assembled components for quicker, more sustainable construction, is experiencing varied adoption rates globally. Despite its potential to address housing shortages efficiently, challenges such as financial investment in factories, market fluctuations, and conservative industry attitudes have…