Teamwork between field and office in construction begins with excellent communication. The two parties must share confidential information in a timely fashion to get the best results. The flow of data between the office and job site is critical to a project, and any drawback in communication creates avoidable and unwanted stressors in managing construction.
A career in construction can be both satisfying and rewarding, giving excellent benefits and salary. However, the nature of the work can bring risks to the safety and health of the crew. Physically-demanding and time-consuming work create various risks for fatigue and other related injuries. Even varying job locations and very tight work schedules lead to
The latest air conditioning units today are quieter than ever. Some technological innovations have made it possible to lessen the operation noise not to be an inconvenience for homeowners or other clients. However, in a few cases, abnormal and strange noises come up right from the HVAC systems. Since various complex parts are working together,
Roofs are one of the oldest building structures known to man. Primarily functioning as protection against environmental factors, such as rain, wind, and intense heat, roofs are an integral part of any structure. Construction managers and roofing subcontractors ensure the structure’s integrity and quality to properly serve its function. Since the “invention” of the roof,
How is your organization managing construction projects? If your answer is Microsoft Excel, you are not the only one. Excel is the most prevalent project management tool of least resistance. However, with the rise of construction project management solutions that provide more accurate data automation, Excel should not be the best choice. Almost thirty-five years
2021 is set to be the anticipated year that ultimately shows innovation and improvement across all construction platforms, including construction management. With the continuous advent of leadership standards and new construction tools, even project management discipline is also undergoing evolution and significant changes. Thus, the construction industry continues to bloom as the years go by.
Managing construction sites is never easy. Project managers are given a full-load of responsibilities throughout the entire construction phases from running initial meetings to the design and planning stage, building stage, and post-construction stage. Without a reliable tool to aid in all the tasks, project managers can become worn out but the output quality isn’t
The winter season is a double-edged sword for workers in the HVAC trade. On the one hand, it’s a peak season where the business is booming. On the other, the exceptionally high volume of repair calls and amount of jobs can be overwhelming– and that’s on top of other projects like working on commercial construction
Managing construction projects is a huge responsibility on its own. On top of making sure the project progresses without a hitch, you have the safety of everyone on your mind, yours included. But things get extra tough when weather conditions are not so favorable. While it is challenging to take on projects when the rain
HVAC configuration is one of the most vital design choices for commercial buildings since it represents a more significant portion in the long term. For HVAC loads, it will commonly mean the highest energy expenses in commercial buildings. For HVAC techs, using a construction schedule software has made their way of work more progressive and
Managing construction projects and construction sites are not easy to take on, and neither is a trades business. One of the biggest challenges in working in plumbing is distinguishing the truth from the myth. Aside from advanced construction tools, modern technology has helped a lot in busting plumbing myths. Whatever plumbing position you’re in, it’s
Electrical designs are among the construction drawings vital to managing construction projects. Although pen and paper drawings are still used at the site, they are already quickly becoming unnecessary. In fact, most electrical contractors are now relying on computer-aided design (CAD) programs when doing their designs for higher accuracy. And lately, the evolution of CAD
Many painting contractors in the construction industry are highly concerned about estimating, and rightly so. You don’t want to overcharge your clients and assess the paint job excessively, but you also don’t wish to underestimate the job and not generate any money, or even worse, lose money. Construction painting jobs come in varying shapes and
Years ago, the construction industry was relatively slow in accepting technological changes, but today it becomes an early adopter of the two most advanced technologies in existence. As VR (virtual reality) and AR (augmented reality), technologies continue to acquire more and more traction in consumer software and gadgets; numerous professional and industrial markets are a
Companies are giving more thought to the corporate gifts they give out to their clients, prospects, partners, and workers. The construction industry is not an exemption as builders learn to become more creative with their tokens. While we’ve been seeing many notepads, calendars, pens, and umbrellas in the past years, companies now use more valuable
