The Department of Buildings recently reported that construction-related injuries in New York City decreased by over 21% since 2018. This statistic is proof that the increased safety measures and technologies on construction sites are working and demonstrates that we are making significant...
How Job Fairs Can Help Jump-Start Your Construction Career
When looking for a job in the construction industry, it can be difficult to know where to start. There are countless websites dedicated to construction jobs, job offers on recruiting websites, and posts highlighting open positions on social media. However,...
“The New Normal” in Construction: What Will Change as COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted
After a year of extensive but necessary COVID-19 safety precautions, Governor Andrew Cuomo recently announced a lifting of all restrictions reaching after the state reached its goal of a 70% adult vaccination rate. Capacity limits, social distancing, disinfection and mask...
Skills Training is the Key to Career Advancement
The construction sector is booming with new opportunities. But in order to benefit – whether you’re looking for your first job in the industry or hoping to move up the ladder – it’s critical that you’re prepared. It’s more important...
How to Battle the Summer Weather
Now that pandemic-related restrictions have been significantly rolled back and an influx of COVID-relief federal funding is expected, the construction sector is bracing itself for a busy summer. The season comes with a new set of challenges on the jobsite,...