Meet Deb Poteet, the woman behind one of Montana’s essential construction firms
The president of Poteet Construction sees rewarding opportunities for women in construction who develop their skills and deliver quality work
The leaders and influencers that are making real change happen in the industry.
Want more women in construction? Try ‘Returnships’
Construction firms looking for new ways to recruit women might consider return-to-work programmes, which have proven effective in other industries at helping women re-enter the workforce
Where are all the Black architects?
Minority representation in the architecture profession is woefully low, with the disparity particularly large when it comes to African-Americans
5 things welder Lashanna Lintamo can’t live without
Construction workers rely on several essential tools to get the job done. Here, a welder shares the items she can’t live without on the job
Women in Construction Week 2021: More Women Are Working in Construction—But Further Progress Is Needed
Women make up just over half of the U.K. population, but fewer than one-fifth work in construction. A week dedicated to highlighting women’s contribution to the sector aims to change long-held bias and outdated perceptions.
Marta Baron – Breaking Down Stereotypes
Bluebeam asked Marta Baron, BIM manager at London-based construction firm O’Keefe, what led to her choosing construction as a career.
Why growing construction companies must accelerate their digital adoption
Digital transformation is now a priority within construction, but many firms are still in catch-up mode. Find out why early technology adopters are reaping rewards
Meet the New, Modern Public Library in Austin
The new library in Austin, Texas, shows how architects and builders are re-thinking the traditional public institution to include aspects of modern life
Why Mental Health in the Construction Industry Cannot Be Ignored
The industry’s stern reputation and physical toll mean construction firms need to make a deliberate effort to care for workers’ mental well-being.
The Pandemic Has Turbocharged Digital Transformation – Let’s Keep Up The Momentum
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the construction industry has had to find new ways to maintain the flow of information that’s critical to its success. Bluebeam partnered with Building Magazine to host a roundtable discussion on the most useful lessons the construction industry has learned during COVID-19.
2D vs. 3D Is Irrelevant
Data-focused design is becoming the future of modern construction
CIOB Competition Tests Students’ Ability to Run a Large Construction Firm
The U.K.-based professional association’s Global Student Competition aims to provide college students with the comprehensive experience of running a construction business
Why Construction Would Benefit From a ‘Millennial Mindset’
What if the moniker used to identify a generation is a mindset the industry should embrace?
The Perks of Being a Bluebeam Beta Tester: Interacting With Other Power Users
Three previous beta testers share their experience, including the value they gained from joining a larger user community
The Characteristics of a Solid Business Continuity Plan
The COVID-19 pandemic caught many companies off-guard. Those that had a plan experienced far less pain and stand prepared for when the next crisis hits
