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Is Conflict Between Construction Managers and Tradespeople Inevitable? Ideally, construction managers and tradespeople should work together to move the project forward, but on-site, conflicts often arise. This is likely because, while both groups strive to produce high-quality work, their differing roles—as general contractor and subcontractor—lead to differing perspectives. General contractor…

For construction workers—such as construction managers and tradespeople who wear hard hats every day on job sites—rumors about hair thinning are a cause for concern. Since they must wear hard hats for long periods as part of their jobs, they worry about the effects on their scalps and hair. In this article, we’ll explore the reasons why people say wearing a hard hat causes baldness…

What Is Sacrificial Concrete? Sacrificial concrete refers to concrete poured prior to foundation work. It is generally poured to a thickness of about 5 cm and does not contain reinforcing bars, as strength is not required. Sacrificial concrete is often abbreviated as “sacrificial con.” Additionally, terms with the same meaning include…

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Illegal Act No. 1: Concealing the Outsourcing of Work to a Subcontractor The situation that led Mr. D (57), a formwork carpenter, into a predicament began when A Construction, a mid-sized construction firm, was awarded a contract by the Housing and Urban Development Corporation. After winning the contract, A Construction outsourced all construction management to a major general contractor, B…

Assigned to the Field Without Training, Despite Having No Experience—This is the story of one of my subordinates. She is a college graduate (humanities major) in her 40s with no experience in civil engineering. Her previous job was as a temporary employee, and this year marks her third year with the company. I think many companies set aside a training period for those new to the industry, regardless of whether they’re new graduates or mid-career hires…

Is “It’s okay” a “yes” or a “no”? In many cases, “It’s okay” means “no.” For example, when asked at a convenience store if you need a plastic bag, saying “No, thank you” or “I don’t need one” might come across as a bit harsh, so I think people often say “It’s okay” instead. “Yui…

I imagine most people working in construction management are employed by companies, but if there are certain traits shared by those who advance in their careers, wouldn’t you be curious to know what they are? Having worked at several construction companies myself, let’s take a look at the common traits I’ve observed among those who have advanced in their careers. “Being good at your job = getting promoted” is a misconception. Advancement…

Are You Being Too Considerate of the Client? In civil engineering projects, when you win a contract, there’s a high probability that the client will be a public entity. Once a contact person is assigned, you’ll generally proceed with the project by communicating with that person throughout the construction period. As you move forward with the project, are you being too considerate of the client…