Construction crew management is about precise, consistent communication – employees need to know what you want from them and your ultimate goals for the success of your project and the company. Once that is clear, everything else should fall into place. However, crew management is more than just making your team show up and monitoring
The construction sector is known to be extremely fragmented and usually involves the approval, designing, and construction phases. In addition, project managers, construction workers, architects, material suppliers, and contractors are involved in the overall process. Construction supply management comprises the relationship between suppliers and contractors contributing to the project. It shows how essential this type
The construction industry can be unpredictable and volatile at best and worst times. With the many things that have happened over the last two years, the construction sector is taking a hard hit. So, how is your company coping? Did you level up your game? How flexible is your business becoming? Flexibility is becoming a
Delays are inevitable in any of your construction projects and usually come in many forms. Whenever a delay occurs, it may be the right time for you to request an extension, and this request for an extension of time is a formal favor for an additional time. How a request will be made depends on
Undertaking a construction project is a very tough job. Internal factors like process delays and external factors like price vitality, weather constraints, and temporary contractors can be involved in your projects. All of these factors may significantly impact your projects on different levels. If you are the project manager, this will be your responsibility, and
Have you ever noticed the many changes now that the world is going digital? The business industry has already entered a data-driven and digital age, and the construction sector is no exception. While it is true that many construction professionals have been so slow compared to other industry experts in embracing the latest techs like
Generally, there are two major assets that should be managed in a construction operation: people and inventory. While construction crew management involves scheduling, delegating, and constant supervision, inventory management requires much more. In today’s article, we will discuss what poor construction team and inventory management can cause your project and how a construction management application
Being an HVAC contractor, you may find yourself being pulled in different directions. It seems more complicated to keep still and maintain a level of stability when managing your projects and even your business. But the most unfortunate thing that may happen is that you exert effort but still gets nothing done. Project management, in
As a project manager or a general contractor, your ultimate goal is to finish projects on time. If someone gave you a new project to start and run, the first thing that comes to mind is how can you manage it efficiently to deliver it on time? You are probably feeling a combination of excitement
As a general contractor or a project manager, your commitment to your clients is always to deliver your projects on schedule and within budget, all without compromising success. So, how do you measure if your construction project is a success? Most companies treat financials as the leading performance indicator of the project’s progress. However, a
Nowadays, people from all walks of life are becoming more interested in construction trades, and being an electrician is usually at the top of the list. Electrical systems play a big part in our lives, and the fact that an electrician’s salary could reach the upper five figures in some areas is also enticing. But
Now that it is 2022, what is your construction firm’s level of preparation against an unexpected disaster? Perhaps, your business is most likely aware of the many risks that usually come with complex projects. Whether maintaining employee safety on the job site, meeting the contract terms, or dealing with natural disasters, each construction project has
When managing construction, you will inevitably need to hire subcontractors specializing in different trades depending on your project’s specific needs – concrete, electrical, plumbing, or even HVAC. A concrete contractor is one of the subcontractors you will need to hire early on in the project. As you guessed, contractors specialize in using concrete to build
As most people know, there are a million activities to do when it comes to construction, whether it is building, remodeling, or repairing a residential or commercial development. Whether a client or a project manager, you will have to work with contractors, inspectors, and other trade partners to ensure the project’s quality and safety. And
Subcontractor default has been a major problem that is neither under-reported nor understated. For sure, you are already familiar with this and its consequences. Yet, surprisingly, it is still unexpected when one of your subs goes into default with your projects. Since the last decade, the construction economy began to tank, and the sector has
