Beyond Physical Deterrents

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6 ways superintendents can help prevent jobsite theft By Janan Guillaume Construction theft is a serious problem that negatively impacts jobsite productivity and profitability. Based on recent FBI data, statistics show that almost 12,000 construction site thefts occurred in 2022, with loss estimates ranging from $300 million to $1 billion annually. Unfortunately, most stolen items are never recovered. While difficult to quantify, the total impact of construction theft is even greater when the hidden costs are considered, including jobsite delays and work stoppages. A study conducted by two East Tennessee State University professors and presented at the 2019 ACS International … Read more

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How Superintendents Can Minimize Jobsite Theft: 5 Tips to Protect Tools, Equipment on your Watch

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By Sean Clements Chances are, if you’ve been in the business a while, you’ve already experienced theft at a jobsite. Whether it was a tractor or a fork lift, theft of a piece of important equipment can bring a whole job to a standstill. But the real cost of that theft isn’t just the cost of purchasing a new piece of equipment. It might be the cost of renting one first because it’s more readily available – and then buying one later on. It’s the cost of lost time, leading to project delays down the road. It’s the cost of … Read more

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