The Importance of Commercial Construction Waste Management
The construction industry generates a lot of waste—about 40% (or 3.57 billion tons) globally each year, to be exact. Included in those staggering numbers are recyclable materials such as wood, drywall, bricks, wiring, and nails, as well as more hazardous wastes, like lead paint, solvents, chemicals, and adhesives. It’s an unavoidable part of the business […]
8 Tips for Commercial Construction Safety
Commercial construction sites are prone to accidents. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the construction industry was responsible for 46.2% of all deadly falls, slips, and trips in 2021. This is often because, amidst the complexity of assembling an entire building from scratch, you also have to worry about heavy machinery, electrical […]
How to Improve Communication on a Commercial Construction Project
Poor communication is one of the leading causes of construction project failure—in fact, according to the Project Management Institute (PMI), it’s the reason at least one-third of the time. But how does this happen so frequently? Well, consider how many stakeholders are involved in a commercial construction project: the developer, architect, contractor, subcontractor, suppliers, and […]
Sustainable Building Practices: How to Make Your Project Eco-Friendly
To many, being “Eco-friendly” in construction has become a bit of a buzzword. It is something that many people claim to be focused on, but when the rubber meets the road it is often left as an afterthought. And we understand why. In our world that is dominated by budgets and timelines, being eco-friendly can […]
Construction Management: 5 Steps to Select the Right Firm For Your Project
The intricacy of commercial, institutional, and industrial construction projects may feel daunting to those needing more in-depth and up-to-date experience in the field. Finding the right construction management firm is integral to completing your projects with the precision you need. A construction manager is your advocate throughout a project’s development, construction, and beyond. The significance […]
Unveiling the Future: New Trends Commercial Construction
Like many other industries, the construction industry is constantly evolving and changing. Many of the issues that we have faced in construction for decades are coming to a head. Because of this, brand new technologies are constantly being developed to solve these problems and create a more efficient future for our industry. In this blog, […]
The Ultimate Guide to Building Collaboration in Construction
With opportunities for construction development on the rise, it has become increasingly important for industry professionals to collaborate efficiently throughout the process. No matter the size of the project, effective collaboration is the key to success. This guide will provide you with insights into the best ways to increase collaboration in the construction industry. Preparation […]
Design Build: Myth vs. Fact
Recent research predicts that design-build will continue to grow over the next three years, contributing to almost half of all construction spending by 2026, despite current industry challenges and market instability. Even with its growth, there are misconceptions about design-build. Here, we dispel these myths: MYTH: Design-Build Isn’t Suitable for architects FACT: By adhering to Design-Build […]
The Core Values of a Successful Construction Project
Working on a construction project from start to finish involves a lot of moving parts and people. At Jos. Schmitt Construction, we follow several core values that help us complete our projects on time and within budget. Below you will learn about these five core values so you can hopefully apply them to your next […]
3 Issues That Can Derail A Commercial Construction Project
Over the 125 years that we have been in business, we have seen it all. It is a common talking point that construction projects seem to, more often than not, not finish on time. The truth is, that there are a lot of moving parts, people to coordinate, and projects that rely on one another […]
