Common Profit Pitfalls in Construction and How to Avoid Them

Construction Management

Common Profit Pitfalls in Construction and How to Avoid Them

Even the most experienced contractors can make mistakes when managing construction, which can hurt their profitability and bottom line. The construction industry is known for being tedious and complicated. As a project manager, you have to deal with many different teams, complex procedures, and significant financial investments. Financial management is a crucial responsibility of the

December 18, 2024 No Comments

Green Certification in Construction Building: Is it Worth It?

Construction Management

Green Certification in Construction Building: Is it Worth It?

Over the past decade, much has been written about the advantages of green building: it is more sustainable for the environment, provides better health for building occupants, and can save owners on energy costs. Building owners may wonder if it is worth going through the certification process for their green construction project or if they

December 2, 2024 No Comments

Strategies to Successfully Manage Multiple Construction Projects

Construction Management

Strategies to Successfully Manage Multiple Construction Projects

Whether you are a seasoned general contractor or a new project manager, keeping track of many jobs at once is like juggling and can quickly get overwhelming. As you work on one project, it is critical to ensure that everything you do will not compromise the other project, or it should fit seamlessly with the

November 25, 2024 No Comments

Black Friday Shopping Tips for Construction Pros

Construction Equipment

Black Friday Shopping Tips for Construction Pros

Tis the season…. For Holiday Shopping! The most awaited Black Friday shopping season is almost here and for a good reason, this is exactly when we get to see some of the biggest discounts of this year on almost everything. According to a survey from National Retail Federation, a record of 183.4 million people is

November 20, 2024 No Comments

A Gameplan for Start-Up Construction Companies to Thrive in a Competitive Market

Construction Management

A Gameplan for Start-Up Construction Companies to Thrive in a Competitive Market

Construction, a multi-trillion dollar industry, is a critical element of the world’s economy that continues to expand. The construction industry’s diversity and growth present nearly limitless opportunities for contractors and other companies to establish successful businesses. Despite the wide array of opportunities, the difficulties inherent to starting a business, from hiring and onboarding to marketing

November 18, 2024 No Comments

6 Common Construction Specs Issues and Effective Solutions

Construction Management

6 Common Construction Specs Issues and Effective Solutions

Construction specifications are an important element of construction projects. They provide critical information about the project’s scope, workmanship, material schedule in construction, and much more to keep all stakeholders aligned about how the operation is supposed to be carried out. Knowing how essential and challenging communication has become on a job site, having an organized

November 11, 2024 No Comments

The Logistics Behind Building a Project from the Ground Up

Construction Management

The Logistics Behind Building a Project from the Ground Up

The proper management of construction logistics can separate an on-budget, timely, and high-quality project from one that is regarded as a failure. Construction logistics refer to the operations that need to occur in order to facilitate construction tasks and activities. Effective logistics create plans and workflows to coordinate what happens on a jobsite, by whom

November 4, 2024 No Comments

How To Keep Construction Crews Motivated and Engaged

Construction Management

How To Keep Construction Crews Motivated and Engaged

In today’s modern world, offering salary raises alone is just not enough to inspire workers and retain them. As much as the construction industry is highly volatile and dangerous, employees must be acknowledged, encouraged, supported and engaged. Most of the mechanisms for employee engagement are designed for a person working in an office environment. In

October 28, 2024 No Comments

How to Create A Comprehensive Construction Progress Report

Construction Management

How to Create A Comprehensive Construction Progress Report

Since a construction project involves a million moving parts, you might find yourself diving deep into every small detail and focusing on making sure that everything is going on track and within budget. Then, you suddenly remember that you need to give your clients a progress report. It is not easy to make the switch

October 23, 2024 No Comments

Navigating the Complexities of Construction Site Management

Construction Management

Navigating the Complexities of Construction Site Management

A construction site is an ever-evolving and complex environment. For many professionals in the industry, sites are both fascinating as they are stressful. However, each construction site varies depending on the project type, stakeholders incorporated, and safety requirements. In this article, we will explore the different kinds of construction sites, the key practices that should

October 21, 2024 No Comments

Using Stakeholder Mapping To Boost Communication and Collaboration

Construction Management

Using Stakeholder Mapping To Boost Communication and Collaboration

Have you ever thought a project was good to go, only to find out that someone else had decided otherwise? Stakeholder management is one of the best ways to ensure that all the important people agree with the project’s and the company’s vision. The people inside or outside the project who have a strong interest

October 16, 2024 No Comments

Starting On the Right Foot With Efficient Construction Project Initiation

Construction Management

Starting On the Right Foot With Efficient Construction Project Initiation

When you are in the early stages of your construction project, it is essential to know that you will need to finalize all the details from your project’s scope and deliverables to budgets, timelines, and tasks. For construction project management to go well, it needs to start on the right foot. You can be sure

October 14, 2024 No Comments

The Foundational Framework of Project Planning in 5 Steps

Construction Planning

The Foundational Framework of Project Planning in 5 Steps

The construction industry has been growing more rapidly than ever, and there is no stopping it. Projects are becoming more complex, the demand for efficiency continues to rise, and the expectations for sustainability are increasing. Seeing these changes in the past few years, construction professionals are now exploring out of their comfort zones and experimenting

October 9, 2024 No Comments

The Red and Green Flags in a Subcontractor’s Proposal

Construction Management

The Red and Green Flags in a Subcontractor’s Proposal

As a project manager, one of the most critical parts of your job is selecting the right subcontractor for your project. Just like the varied nature of our projects, subcontractors are also different in terms of their portfolios, expertise, and methodologies. This is why it’s highly important to set a proper evaluation process for selecting

October 7, 2024 No Comments

The Critical Role of Construction Reporting

Construction Planning

The Critical Role of Construction Reporting

When you work in construction, you focus on the technical or critical aspects of project management, such as scheduling, budgeting, or inventory management. Most people find creating construction reports a hassle, but they are an essential part of every project. From the conceptualization and planning stages to the construction and final handover, reports are necessary

October 2, 2024 No Comments

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