As a general contractor or project manager, you might find yourself overwhelmed by many daily tasks and struggle to find time to check the progress of each job personally. You need to ensure that you are on top of many things, such as juggling visits to building sites, overseeing your team, keeping track of finances,
The construction industry has long recognized the “leader” —those who stand out for their exceptional work ethic, technical skill, or problem-solving abilities. You undoubtedly know a few, or maybe you are one, like me. The focus on individual greatness may not necessarily foster the long-term success and stability necessary for sustainable project delivery, even if
Regardless of the industry, technology is constantly improving how businesses handle their processes and how they deliver results. The world is changing because people want things to be faster, more accurate, and able to change. When these new technologies emerge, contractors must make a tough decision that can either make or break their success. They
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
