It’s Women in Construction Week, and here at HBW Construction, we have reason to celebrate. A week isn’t enough to recognize what women are doing in our industry, but it’s a great opportunity to acknowledge and feature the women in our workforce at a time when the number of women in construction is at an… Read More
In honor of Career Technical Month, we are focusing on our own educational offerings at HBW Construction. We know firsthand how valuable career technical education (CTE) programs are to commercial construction and our own workforce. Many young people start their careers in construction trades with a CTE program and on-the-job learning. At HBW, we believe… Read More
Big changes lie ahead for the commercial construction industry as it continues to regain its footing following pandemic shake-ups. The supply chain is still an issue, and the future of work in traditional offices remains unknown. What does it mean for HBW Construction? Thanks to a quick pivot early in the pandemic and smart practices… Read More
Build a Schedule Like a Boss with HBW Construction Ben Franklin said, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” He probably wasn’t talking about commercial construction, yet his advice is spot on. Planning, scheduling, and time management are more important than ever before, as minutes get measured in dollars, and missed deadlines lead… Read More
Anticipate a Zero Punch List in the Construction Project Schedule By Allison Lambert and Mike Foley Is it possible to anticipate a zero punch list? Yes, it is. We can tell you how because we do it. Over several years of transforming the construction project schedule to be focused on the client, HBW Construction has… Read More
When we develop a new project schedule, there are three main components to consider: Materials, Personnel and Local Regulations. Materials refer to all of the components, fixtures and finishes required to complete the project as designed. Personnel are the project partners, subcontractors and field crews. Regulations refer to the codes, permitting and inspections that are… Read More