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Mental Health in the Construction Industry

Supply chain disruption, worker shortages, deadlines, turnover, increasing costs, rising interest rates and overall uncertainty are facing us day after day. With the problems our economy is facing and the lingering effects of the pandemic we have seen a rise in mental health issues; anxiety, stress, burnout, substance abuse, and suicide.

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September 2023: On Your Radar

In September’s edition of On Your Radar, Becky writes about a new multifamily townhome development, a large-scale office and warehouse facility, and more.

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Estimating Training Available – GRBX Member Discount Offered!

In the construction industry, the value of an accurate estimate cannot be underestimated! The American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) offers training for estimators and industry personnel who rely on the production of comprehensive, quality estimates to project costs and profit, create a feasible budget, and minimize project risk.

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June 2023: On Your Radar

In June’s edition of On Your Radar, Becky writes about a massive electric vehicle battery plant, a large-scale fish farm, and more.

Enhance Your Estimating Skills with ASPE Courses: Exclusive Discount for BX Members!

Accurate estimating plays a crucial role in the construction industry, enabling professionals to project costs, create realistic budgets, and minimize project risk. Builders Exchange of Michigan (BX) has partnered with the American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) to offer discounted course registration rates to BX members.

Empowering Contractors with Guilde

Guilde, the newest partner of Builders Exchange of Michigan. Let’s discover how Guilde boosts productivity, streamlines workflows, and propels construction companies to new heights.

School Bond Proposal Update

See which bonds passed, and which bonds failed including estimates, architects, and more!

The Revitalization of Lyon Square

The revitalization of Lyon Square will transform and activate a small area of downtown Grand Rapids on the Grand River that is currently underutilized and in need of repairs.

Q1 2023: On Your Radar

In Q1’s edition of On Your Radar, Becky writes about a massive scale hospital tower, a library expansion, and more.

How Building a Solid, Safe, & Secure IT Environment Leads to Long-Term Business Success

Brian Young, a Rehmann principal, shares How Building a Solid, Safe, & Secure IT Environment Leads to Long-Term Business Success.

February 2023: On Your Radar

In February’s edition of On Your Radar, Becky writes about a large-scale indoor driving range , new student housing, a new children’s museum, and more.

Beep, Beep Repeat

Pssst…have you heard? The Source Magazine preparations are underway again! Have you contacted us to advertise your business yet?

Letter from the Executive Vice President

Elizabeth Bovard Strong, Executive Vice President of the Builders Exchange of Michigan, shares a recap of 2022 and what we look forward to in 2023.

Naughty or Nice

Naughty or Nice

If you are not receiving or are unsure if you are set up to receive the Nightly Update Email, here are a couple of things to check out and ways to troubleshoot the problem, if one is occurring.

Grassroots Efforts To Close The Skilled Trades Gap

Grassroots Efforts To Close The Skilled Trades Gap

Pandemic-related delays continue to affect the work of architects. It starts early with both new and existing clients expecting the same project schedules from pre-pandemic days, while contractor partners are pushing to have drawings out to bid earlier and earlier. Architects wind up squeezed in the middle.

Momentum Groups

Momentum Groups

Learn more about Momentum Groups and the benefits and discounts they provide to Builders Exchange of Michigan members.