Sarah Poirier, Author at Under the Hard Hat

Sarah Poirier

August 1, 2025

6 affordable shipping container homes redifining how to live

Looking for affordable shipping container homes? Our list includes 8 picks, including the TargetBox Tiny Container Home and MODS 40-Foot Home.

Projects

August 1, 2025

Hazelview new development features 856 units with rental housing

Sarah Poirier

Hazelview's new development will feature 856 units bringing affordable housing and daycare behind one of CMHC’s biggest insured loans.

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Career

July 29, 2025

How to become an architect (plus salary expectations)

Sarah Poirier

Learn how to become an architect, how much it costs, how long it takes, and how much you can earn in the U.S.

Projects

July 29, 2025

8 of the world’s deadliest construction projects

Sarah Poirier

Discover 8 of the world's deadliest construction projects, including the Panama Canal, Qatar stadiums, and find out what went wrong.

Safety

July 28, 2025

How to prepare your construction site for extreme weather

Sarah Poirier

Protect your construction site from extreme weather. Secure materials, reinforce structures, and create emergency response plans to stay safe.

Projects

July 25, 2025

$500M Kelso Solar Project breaks ground in Missouri

Sarah Poirier

Arevon breaks ground on $500M Kelso Solar Project in Missouri. 250 MW of solar power and 400 construction jobs are set to boost Scott County.

Featured

July 23, 2025

Renewable energy projects currently underway (2025-2027)

Sarah Poirier

The top renewable energy construction projects include Gujarat’s 30 GW hybrid park and Australia’s 50 GW TeraWatt Solar Project.

News

July 22, 2025

Bird Construction lands $650M in federal projects across Canada

Sarah Poirier

Bird Construction secures over $650M in federal contracts for defense, clean energy, and healthcare projects across Canada.

Career

July 21, 2025

15 construction influencers to learn the trades

Sarah Poirier

These 15 construction influencers are transforming the industry with their insights and expertise on how to build, design, and more.

Design

July 18, 2025

Building smarter: How sustainable building design is shaping the future of construction

Sarah Poirier

Sustainable building design cuts costs, improves efficiency, and reduces environmental impact. Energy-saving ideas include biophilic design and permaculture

Projects

July 18, 2025

Clearwater’s new hotel CW Resort & Marina rises in luxury

Sarah Poirier

CW Resort & Marina is a new hotel located on the Clearwater Beach offering 91 units, a 45-slip marina, and luxury amenities.

Wellness

July 16, 2025

Top air purifiers to help you breathe easier on the job site and at home

Sarah Poirier

The Dyson Purifier Cool TP07 and Honeywell HPA300 make our list of the top 10 air purifiers to improve air quality and help you breathe…

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