CME Blog - Eng 320

 Construction Sectors      The construction industry is a crucial part of the development process of any country. It encompasses various sectors with each having its own characteristics and requirements. There are 4 main sectors of construction that we talk about. Residential, Commercial, Industrial, and Infrastructure construction.      The residential sector focuses on the construction of homes and housing complexes. These can be for single individuals or families alike. The residential sector is driven by the demand for housing which can come and go as times and markets change. You make never know if you need more single-family homes, apartments, or condominiums. Residential construction requires careful planning to meet the needs to homeowners while being up to code.     Next up, the Commercial construction sector which focuses on business buildings. Commercial construction involves the development of non-residential buildi...

      Construction Labor and Peak Seasons      Construction labor is a crucial part of all construction projects no matter the size or cost. The availability of skilled workers can have a huge impact on the success of the project. Many companies are struggling to find skilled workers to help on their jobs during the peak seasons. These seasons vary on trade and scope of work on the project.      Peak seasons of construction typically happen during the summer months along with a few months in spring and fall. Mainly the weather conditions that allow us to work outside comfortably and can do groundwork as well. This time of year, there is a surge of construction projects either ongoing or starting. With those factors in mind, the labor on these projects needs to be increased to get it all done.     A big issue that happens during peak season of construction is the lack of skilled workers. Many of the skilled workers alr...