At Meyer Najem, we’ve made it our mission to create a culture of safety that extends beyond just adhering to regulations. OSHA standards serve as our foundation, guiding us in creating secure work environments. This commitment to safety is not just about protecting our team members, but also about strengthening our relationships with clients. A…
At Meyer Najem, we have an aggressive position on safety and a relentless motive to continuously improve it. Construction work is inherently one of the most dangerous occupations, and winter weather can make it even more dangerous. Even though this has been one of the milder winters on record, taking proper safety precautions now to…
If you’re an owner undergoing a building project, there’s no shortage of concerns, from helping your internal teams understand the project process to hoping it runs smoothly, is finished on time, and comes in on budget. With today’s rapid advancements in technology, construction firms have a multitude of tools available to address your needs, add…
Meyer Najem is constantly evaluating new technology. Whenever we find new technology that will bring value to us and our clients, we are adopting it. In the implementation phase, we are ensuring that new technology makes us better builders and strengthens our projects. Driven through advancements in virtual design and construction, Meyer Najem utilizes our…
At Meyer Najem, safety is a core value that is central to the success of our projects. Construction can be a hazardous industry. With heavy machinery, working at heights, and potential exposure to dangerous materials, it is essential to prioritize safety on the job site. We value our employees and their families, and we are…
What does the Safety team do? We are problem solvers who assist in developing safety solutions with our onsite teams to keep everyone safe. Our safety team assists our onsite teams with subcontractor safety pre-planning activities so that the work can be completed safely. We provide subcontractor mentoring during project safety walk throughs to prevent…
With construction teams working amidst the pandemic, digital tools have become more essential than ever for teams looking to maintain their productivity, while maintaining social distancing measures. Digital platforms can be leveraged to augment, or even entirely replace, a variety of daily tasks that traditionally do not adhere to social distancing procedures. They can completely…
For Consultants, Corporate Executives and Developers By Courtney Zaugg, CECD, Veridus Group, Inc. In light of the recent Amazon HQ2 contest taking place across the country, people are actively seeking to better understand the deciding factors involved in a major organization’s process for selecting a site. When a company needs to expand or relocate its…
Six Tips: Reducing the Likelihood of Construction Litigation By James R.A. Dawson, TAFT LAW What makes the strongest case in construction litigation can also help the parties avoid litigation altogether. This principle applies to owners, project managers, project partners, general contractors and sub-contractors alike. Although the vast majority of construction projects are completed without any…
Building Smart: Reducing Risk and Adding Value By Shari Held Today’s definition of a successful construction project is more than “on time, on budget.” Truly successful projects foster collaboration and communication among all stakeholders and are proactive in the pre-construction phase, with early involvement of the construction team. They also employ techniques and technology that…