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You might think you know what it takes to be a construction worker. Maybe it’s that they know how to use a hammer, can operate a crane, or understand how to read a blueprint. But, beyond the brains and brawn typically associated with our industry, there’s also an array of soft …
continue readingWhen we talk about software engineering, it might feel like we’re speaking a completely different language. Where do software engineers fit into construction? What do they do? That’s why we’re here! Let’s decode this trade together. Construction in the Modern Age We know that some believe our industry is only traditional, or not …
continue readingAll month long, we’ve featured the perks of being a construction ironworker, where you can cut, weld, and fabricate the structures of amazing projects all across the Golden State! Our friend Bryan Berber from Martinez Steel is helping us show you even more reasons to explore a future in ironworking. Check …
continue readingIn the construction family, we’re proud to have workers from all walks of life. We know your generation is more diverse than any generation before, and the future California workforce deserves an industry committed to that diversity. But, there’s still work to do. Systemic, positive change in the industry can start …
continue readingWe’re switching out our hard hats for party hats because… it’s our birthday! Today, the Build California Initiative turns one, and there’s so much to celebrate. We said we were building something big, and that’s just what we’ve done. During the last 12 months, we’ve grown and learned so much, all …
continue readingChange is coming for the construction industry. As national conversations emerge surrounding how to make our communities and industries more inclusive, Build California is committed to doing our part. Join us as #IYouWe make the construction industry and California better for all. Our state of California is diverse, with different identities and …
continue readingModular construction is quickly catching the attention of construction professionals across the state and innovating the way we #buildcalifornia. Learn a little bit more about this modern approach to our projects. What is it? In modular construction, as the name suggests, “modules” of buildings are constructed in a controlled, indoor workspace rather …
continue readingSafety is always our top priority in construction, and we can thank Safety Managers for their hard work to protect our workers. Safety Managers develop and evaluate safety procedures that help keep people and property on job sites stay safe each day. But, they do so much more than that. Here …
continue readingWhile students and educators cannot physically meet at this time, there are still plenty of opportunities to engage in construction education available to you now. Whether you’re looking to explore if this is the industry for you, kick start your career, or enhance your current skillset, Build California has the …
continue readingBuild California and Procore.org polled women leaders from across the construction industry. The question was simple: why should women work in construction? Here’s what they said: 1. Rewarding: In construction, you see your work come to life! “We are building complex projects with many people on insanely tight deadlines. At the …
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