If you told me a few years ago that I’d be working in marketing and business development and representing a professional training company at industry events, I probably would’ve laughed. I was just some 21-year-old with a small dog training and pet care business, trying to pay rent and navigate a tough home life. I had always believed I’d become a dog trainer, herpetologist, or vet- or at least end up with a career working with the animals I love so much. But life had other p

Subcontractors often step into projects where key risks are lurking in the dark, hidden within pages of legal language that seem routine or harmless. These provisions can quietly shift major responsibilities, costs, and liabilities downstream — until it’s too late to react. To avoid being caught off guard, subcontractors need to shine a light on hidden risks. By understanding and managing certain high-risk clauses, you can protect your business, maintain control over your wor

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Adopting a work ethic of “excellence” is a powerful and lasting tool.  Don’t confuse this with perfectionism. It is far different....

According to the 15 th  Annual Construction Disputes Report (the “Report”) published by Arcadis , “speed, agility, and adapting to...

If you do both federal and state public works projects, you need to know the key distinctions for getting paid on under payment bonds for...

Here’s the scenario – your work is on schedule, your work complies with the contract documents, yet you haven’t been paid for your last 3...

In this industry you frequently find yourself stuck in a very frustrating game of waiting until the end of the project to resolve extra...

It is a rare project that has no conflicts, problems, disputes, change orders, or claims.   An important goal in managing your scope of...