Tag: Work
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Protecting Work Vehicles on Construction Sites
Construction sites are chaotic by nature—dirt, dust, heavy equipment, unpredictable weather, and constant activity. In the middle of it all are your work vehicles. Whether it’s a fleet of trucks, a single project manager’s ride, or subcontractor pickups, these vehicles are essential assets that take a daily beating if not properly protected. And let’s be…
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Work Safe, Stay Cool: Heat Protection Tips for Summer Construction Sites
As the sun turns up the heat and we celebrate Independence Day, it’s the perfect time to refresh our commitment to staying safe on the job. Summer on the construction site brings its own set of challenges — dehydration, fatigue and heat-related illness, just to name a few. But with a few smart moves, we…
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Swinerton scales up with public work
Listen to the article 6 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Swinerton is finding ways to grow while other contractors pull back by leaning into public sector work and shoring up its supply chain. The Concord, California-based builder recently jumped five spots to No. 30 on ENR’s list…
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Bechtel nabs $9B more Rio Grande LNG work
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Award: Trains 4 and 5 and related infrastructure at the Rio Grande LNG FacilityValue: $9 billionLocation: Brownsville, TexasClient: NextDecade Reston, Virginia-based Bechtel has finalized and executed $9 billion in contracts for construction work at the Rio Grande LNG Facility…
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How to Claim Lost Wages If You Can’t Work After an Accident
Suffering an injury after an accident can be physically, emotionally, and financially overwhelming. For many victims, one of the biggest concerns is the loss of income during recovery. If you’re unable to work due to your injuries, you may be entitled to recover lost wages through a legal claim. In cases involving work-related incidents, such…
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Shared home office ideas that work for two or more people
When two people are working from home, space can get competitive fast. Who gets the comfy chair, who’s closest to the wi-fi router, and whose video calls take priority? A well-designed shared home office can make the difference between daily frustration and a workspace that supports your routines and work styles (and, let’s be honest,…
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Work Smart, Stay Safe: Safety Essentials for Mobile Lube Technicians
As summer heats up, so does the pace of construction across much of the country. That’s why June marks National Safety Month. As time frames become compressed and keeping machines running smoothly is a priority for profitability, lube technicians face constant pressure. Every minute of fleet downtime counts as operators depend on machines to be…
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Work Smart, Stay Safe: Safety Essentials for Mobile Lube Technicians
As summer heats up, so does the pace of construction across much of the country. That’s why June marks National Safety Month. As time frames become compressed and keeping machines running smoothly is a priority for profitability, lube technicians face constant pressure. Every minute of fleet downtime counts as operators depend on machines to be…
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T1 Energy picks Yates for precon work on $850M Texas plant
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Award: Energy plant preconstructionValue: Undisclosed, total project cost is $850 millionLocation: Austin, TexasClient: T1 Energy T1 Energy has found a site prep contractor for its $850 million, 5 gigawatt solar cell plant planned for Austin, Texas. The…
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Our Work Retreat in Wine Country (And Some Thoughts On Running The Business 15 Years In)…
Oh, how I love a team retreat – I get both excited and nervous and afterwards feel both so full and exhausted (in a good way!). Like all aspects of our lives, Zoom is never a substitute for in-person (IRL) connection. I have found that, like a long-distance romance, the more time we go without…