Whether you are concrete, electrical, roofing, mechanical or other specialty contractors, there is one common bond you should know firsthand – that collaboration is the key to success. While you work with others, especially with prime contractors, suppliers, and even subcontractors of your own, it is already clear that the projects you and these people
Variations are an unavoidable aspect of your construction projects. Only a very few projects are being completed without any alterations enforced or requested. The apparent diversity of these variations could be harder for you and your team to predict beforehand, resulting in issues amidst the project’s lifespan. Today, many companies hoped to raise additional revenue
1. Improved Safety Measures in Construction Sites Safety has always been a problem in construction sites, where hazards are quite numerous. According to an Occupational Safety and Health Administration study, 21% of the recorded workplace fatalities occur in construction sites. One of the ten most frequently violated OSHA standards is the Eye and Face Protection
With the New Year coming up in just a few short days, everyone, including the construction businesses, schools, and associations, is making plans for 2022 as we put away our old calendars and bid farewell to 2021. While planning for the coming year, it is helpful to be aware of some of the construction industry’s
When working with a client for a construction project, it is essential to set the terms of the working relationship as soon as possible. Generally, this is done by entering into a construction contract, and there are many forms of project contract you can choose from. Some construction companies use a standardized form from a
Construction projects have a reputation for being prone to delays, which is understandable considering all the complex processes needed to be considered throughout their lifespan. These projects, no matter how simple or complex they may be, involve many moving parts throughout their duration, and a slight delay can result in your timelines and milestones being
Once again, it is that time of year. Many people are looking forward to taking a well-deserved break and spending quality time with their families and friends as the holiday season approaches. Of course, the construction industry is no exemption to this fact. Christmas and New Year are just around the corner, and many construction
In the construction industry, the last impression matter. Project owners expect a seamless turnover process essential to efficient facility operations and management. For general contractors, a stress-free handover turnover process is also a way to retain loyal customers and win more work through successful referrals. But while project closeout is essential, planning for a seamless
Without effective strategic planning, it isn’t easy to obtain success in construction management. Strategic planning is a critical aspect of your business operations. It focuses on your construction company’s future by understanding resource availability and operational priorities, setting out clear objectives for desired business results, and developing action plans on how to achieve them successfully. The
Remote working is the great equalizer – several construction companies are now pulling back the in-office work and giving up sweatpants for some laptop sessions at home. Yet, many are not even ready for this. Are you? As of today, remote working and working from home have declared their presence in the construction industry. This
Looking back in the past decades, benchmarking has long been used as a tool for companies looking to boost the overall importance of their construction businesses. The whole process involves comparison and evaluation to a particular standard with the ultimate goal of applying systematic improvements in an organization. While the concept of benchmarking is not
In today’s intense and competitive construction industry, excellent project planning, efficient management, and reasonable control of your workflow processes are vital to successfully achieving project objectives. Often, the success of a project is defined by how well it is executed on time and within budget without sacrificing quality. However, suppose you are an experienced project
In managing construction, we know that at any given moment, depending on the scale of the project, there could be hundreds of different tasks that must be done. While the long to-do list might seem daunting at first, we can grow on the controlled chaos. Success in a construction project is expected with thoughtful planning,
Standardized processes are a major part of your construction company’s operations. So, how well your company executes and implements these processes affects the effectiveness of your business. For instance, operational performance impacts all parts of your business, from service delivery to your clients, managing construction projects, and controlling project costs. In turn, it also influences
Smartphones are ultimately getting into the construction sector with some modern solutions for all thriving construction professionals. These smartphone applications lead the way in providing modern solutions as well as mobility on the go both to the management and construction workers. Whether you are looking for a single mobile solution intended for plan viewing, daily
