Being able to deliver your construction projects on time is a crucial part of the business. Like we always mention, delays would mean more money spent and certain agenda not being fulfilled, causing inconvenience. For example, if a certain condominium is not constructed by the time of its deadline, this is a huge issue for […]
Want to eliminate common sources of waste and increase the value of your construction processes? Consider using lean construction for your next project. The US construction industry has been championing lean construction for a few years now. While the uptake hasn’t been what was hoped for, as we continue to move towards a more collaborative
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Any construction process, big or small, involves different phases. These phases were created to keep activities organized in a step-by-step manner so that none of them gets left out. They also serve as a good guide to the team so errors will be minimized. But the basis for the success of a project greatly relies
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Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing needs are key requirements for the energy efficiency of modern commercial construction. Since buildings are a major consumer of energy, MEP companies can make a huge difference to meet the efficiency expectations of lean construction. The Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) work is part of the implementation of high-rise construction work
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The management of construction projects requires knowledge of modern management as well as an understanding of the design and construction process. Construction projects have a specific set of objectives and constraints such as a required time frame for completion. While the relevant technology used in construction management such as Project Management (PM) software, institutional arrangements
Managing a construction business has never been easier, thanks to all the essential construction trackers available in the market today like Pro Crew Schedule. With such simple construction project management softwares used correctly, any firm can boost its efficiency and productivity, hence delivering higher-quality projects. But apart from the use of these essential construction trackers,
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The failure of building structures are often due to lack of knowledge about construction materials; improper mix proportions,; poor site supervision because of the hesitation to use project management systems; poor Labor workmanship which is often unseen because of the absence of essential construction trackers; less quality materials; lack of technical or specialty knowledge; as
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Managing a construction site is hard work. A construction manager must keep the project within financial plan, on schedule, and all these must be in accordance with several codes, laws, guidelines, etc. However, construction managers average around 120 responsibilities, according to The Construction Management Association of America. This means they have to be strategic and
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Making a builders schedule or construction schedule for your construction project takes time. However, we think you’ll find that you will reap the rewards in both time and money in the long run, by taking some time and making an accurate schedule. While it’s easy to talk about the benefits of a construction schedule (which
As a construction manager, are you still struggling to improve the efficiency of your team at the construction site? Apart from employing a good construction management software, there are several other strategies you can implement to reduce the inefficiencies in your construction business. Just look at one of the biggest construction overrun disasters in history.
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Every project has a construction schedule or builders schedule. Not only does the schedule outline how quickly the work will get done, but it also outlines how the work will get done. The builders schedule defines the sequence and method in which the materials will be put in place. Thus, the earlier the schedule is
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Financing a construction business can be very tricky for contractors. The risks of dealing with delinquent clients run high, and sometimes you have to invest in a new project even before you get paid for the previous one. But don’t fret. From construction loans to invoice financing, there are options available to you. Whether you’re
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Construction is a complex process that involves multiple parties including builders, contractors, lenders, solicitors, accountants, quantity surveyors, and the council. With so many people involved in the process, there’s always the possibility of a communication breakdown and things may go wrong. Getting approved for a building loan is half the battle with the majority of
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The past years have been fruitful for the construction industry. With the new technologies leveraged by the industry like automation, robotics, construction ERP (Enterprise resource planning) solutions, artificial intelligence, and so on, construction companies have been growing even further. The coming years won’t be different. They will be strong years for the industry, with more
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Previously, we pointed out at the importance of construction management in achieving success in this industry. Construction managers carry out the plan at the site and see to it that everything is in order – from materials to crew members to equipment – and make sure that the operation is geared towards achieving the goal
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Construction management, as we mentioned in a previous blog, is an essential part of any construction management. Without it, a project’s order and success cannot be ensured. And we’ve even mentioned several problems that might be encountered when there’s no construction manager on site. This is why a lot of civil engineers go into supplemental
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Construction management is a vital element that ensures the success of any construction project. Despite the size, your project needs someone to watch over the flow and the progress, making sure that the plan, schedule, and budget are strictly followed. What else does it do for your business success? Find out below. Importance of Construction
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The U.S. economy is demanding more and more trade electrical contractors, so it’s a great time to invest in starting or growing your electrical business. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are more than 628,800 electricians working in America today. That number is expected to shoot up 14% between 2014 and 2024, making
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After we discussed some tips on how to make more accurate estimates before you go to bid, one of the things you’re probably wondering about now is how to compute labor costs, exactly. Well, it isn’t as difficult as it sounded when we advised you to have your project managers and foreman to join you
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Green and sustainable – these have become the main objectives of most construction projects being made today. And why not when they offer a lot of benefits not just to the environment but to the building owner and occupants too. When we hear of sustainability, the first context that comes to mind is that of
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We always hear that “change is inevitable” and we’ve proven this to be true a lot of times in a lot of aspects in our lives. Most of the changes that we encounter are not anticipated in any way. This is most especially true in our professions. Technology has played a crucial role in managing
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Getting the right construction project is never easy. Researching about upcoming bids is already a challenge and without any help, you might never land on the job that you need to grow your firm. So if you haven’t heard yet, there are some great construction bidding websites out there that can help contractors find new
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There are so many complex processes involved in construction. In a day, a lot of tasks need to be updated or completed. And during the process, small problems may be encountered that need to be solved quickly, otherwise, they can become serious troubles that would require so much effort, time, and money to fix. This
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Getting an accurate estimate for the projects you go into bid can give you a huge advantage over those who don’t. Estimate too high and the client will give the project to others. Estimate too low and you will encounter budget shortage as your operation goes on. But it’s tough to get it right and
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One of the major problems in any construction project is cost overrun and overdue. We’ve discussed most of the factors that add up to these problems and you might notice that one of the biggest contributors is mismanagement. But we totally understand since construction isn’t as simple as any other job out there. One project
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The annual “Engineer’s Day” celebrated in several countries on various dates now gets a revamp. The World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO) is designating March 4 as the first World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development. The celebration will highlight the achievements of engineers and engineering when it comes to developing modern buildings that are at
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In construction, electricity plays a big role in making a project successful. Operations can’t obviously go on without power to make equipment, machines, and some tools work. The site needs light so workers can see their way and what they are working on. However, working around electricity can be very dangerous, evenly deadly at times.
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Some of you may have already been delivering projects in the industry for years. Some just started. But even if you’ve been contracting projects for so long and you think you already know what it takes to carry projects forward and achieve success, the changes in technology and trends change the standards. So it helps
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In any service provider business, proper planning and scheduling of jobs are needed to deliver optimum customer satisfaction. These processes are done to see to it that all job orders are completed on time. This goes the same for electrical contractors. A well-planned electrical project schedule helps in outlining the pace of work of deployed
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Electrical works in construction don’t only revolve around contracts involving the main project. They may also include services in support of electrical supplies for construction operations like installation of power systems for construction equipment and tools. Sometimes, the electrical subcontractors also have to take on repairs and maintenance tasks. With this much role, electrical subcontractors
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As Pro Crew Schedule is starting to become a widely-used construction project management software, we are discovering more and more about the industry. And we’re seeing more construction projects kicking off on the coasts of the U.S. So today, we’d like to help budding firms in dealing with one of the major problems in coastal
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Seasons change and a big construction project will definitely see the transition. It can’t be avoided that you will experience working in the rain. And when the wet season comes, firms are kind of hesitant to do cement works because it might not cure and might not solidify. But won’t it? Civil engineers and his
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Construction projects can easily get off track if stakeholders, general contractors, subcontractors, crew members, and other parties involved can’t work efficiently together. Remember that the site isn’t the only workplace in construction. There is also the office where the contractor stays to manage the admin side of the project and there’s also the office of
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We’ve talked about construction project delays too often and mentioned how incompetence, poor crew management, and lack of communication can cause such. Fortunately, they can easily be prevented by correcting the process and with the use of the right technological tools like construction project management software. However, there are some things that are inevitable but
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Electrical contractors or subcontractors – if you are the general contractor of a construction project – play a big role in a construction project. Not only will they provide the electrical design and installation for the main project but they can also set up the power line and lighting you need as you start your
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In a workplace where everything is physically tiring, making daily reports becomes the last priority. In the construction site, for example. Workers would rather take off early and rest than spend another 10 minutes writing reports. But in a business where data is vital, daily reports are something that should be faithfully delivered. But how
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Construction litigation is stressful and costly. No firm would want to go through lawsuits yet, they happen as we live in a litigation-crazed society. The more bitter part there is that not all lawsuits can be anticipated and prevented. All construction firms certainly want to finish a project without going through any legal troubles so
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Sustainable infrastructure will continue to be the trend this year 2020 and it isn’t just to save the environment. In the past years, the construction industry has been searching for new ways to increase their profit and found that by going “green,” they can definitely do so. This method of constructing buildings was also found
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The United States is experiencing a huge shortage of construction labor, which we already mentioned a lot of times in our previous blogs. Yahoo Finance even pointed out that there’s an estimate of 350,000 unfilled construction jobs nationwide. We’ve pointed out some of the major reasons for the shortage and we’ve also recommended some solutions
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Subcontractors also play a vital role in construction projects. They provide specialized services that the firm may not have like electrical works, plumbing, HVAC, tiling, waterproofing, setting up scaffolds, and so on. Without these people, the building can’t be declared 100 percent finished. But what if as a construction subcontractor, you are scheduled to do
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Construction projects take a long time to finish – that’s natural unless you opt to use the 3D printing method which should complete a simple structure in just 24 hours. For these highly-technological firms, time isn’t an obstacle to achieving a successful project. But for most construction firms who’d rather stick with the traditional building
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When productivity in construction is being talked about, you might have noticed the phrase “lean construction” always being mentioned. Well, essentially because the methods in this technique all lead to an improved productivity rate on the site. Basically, lean construction is all about reducing waste, making your home or infrastructure projects more sustainable. It also
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Landing big civil engineering projects is often the measure of a construction firm’s victory. But it isn’t as simple as it sounds. Working on a huge project requires a lot of research, discernment, winning the trust of the owner so he’ll hire you to do the job. Then the next thing for you to do
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BIM, subcontractor, infrastacture projects, civil engineering projects, top construction companies, construction subscontractor More and more milliennials and members of the Gen Z group are securing work early in their lives. Most of them would apply as apprentices or assistants until they finally complete their requirements to become fully qualified to take on higher positions. Now,
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Delays in construction projects are often caused by several factors, which we discussed in a previous blog, pointing out to weather disturbances, lack of communication, and poor management as some of the major reasons to experience such. However, we also mentioned about construction budget, which is an issue on the client’s side, and the productivity
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Managing a single construction project is no joke. Contractors and project managers are held responsible for hundreds of lives working on the site, a multi-million investment, and other expensive resources like materials and equipment. With all of these moving together at the same time, it’s extremely difficult for the leaders to manage them all properly
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If your construction business isn’t on the cloud yet, then you are falling behind. Cloud computing will remain to be the future of the digital world. Companies with modern IT are capitalizing on this technology. But the construction industry is notorious for being among the least digitized industries in the world, hence seldom will you
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We all know that the construction site is one of the high-risk workplaces. OHSA records one in every 10 construction workers is injured annually. Meanwhile, one in five worker deaths annually is in the construction industry. But as the years go by and as technology and procedures improve, these numbers are slowly being diminished. Deaths
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Construction firms, developers, contractors, and subcontractors are in business for two things: first is to build structures that can be world-renowned and second is to make a profit. But why are there those who struggle to make money in this industry when there are those who see success in their first try? Well, part of
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Bids are important indicators of your profitability as a contractor or subcontractor. Without a winning proposal in the first place, there won’t be any project to make money with. But writing bids can be long and tedious. It takes more than just penning your ideas on a good structure to build to win a project.
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Businesses often require subcontractors, most especially in the construction industry. General contractors get assistance for specialized or diversified projects from subcontractors when they do not have the right skills or resources on hand. Sometimes they get subcontractors when they need additional expertise. During these instances, getting experts to work on one or more short-term projects
Productivity is probably one of the most important aspects to watch out for in your construction projects, next to quality and safety. Your team’s productivity will dictate whether you’re going to meet your deadline and stay on budget. So as you go on with your project, it will be beneficial for you, as the team
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The construction industry is booming in the United States and everywhere in the world. With the population continuously growing, more houses and condominiums are being erected every year. And with their demands incessantly increasing, more factories, malls, marketplaces, and other facilities should be constructed. This is a good scenario for project owners since this means
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Over budget is a common problem in the construction scene. Apart from project delays, most contractors foresee construction cost overrun as an inevitable situation. In fact, in the past three years, only one out of three projects can achieve 10 percent of their original budget plan. Furthermore, data showed that big construction projects like airports
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The construction sector is notoriously known for its vaunted resistance to change. Characterized as consistently traditional, many players in this industry tend to abide by the old practices and standards and are slow in adopting new innovations, such as the use of a cloud-based construction management system. But technology has penetrated almost every business sector
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There’s a longstanding debate on the true impact of motivating workers in improving productivity in the construction industry. After technology provided productivity tools custom-designed to cater to construction needs, the old strategies of motivation have seemingly lost its essence as a major driving force for laborers to work harder. But is this practice dead? Should
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Day check! It’s already December and that means the long holiday season has arrived once again. Everyone’s excited to feast on the deelishis turkey and ham, but more than that, working people are more thrilled to see how much they’ll receive for their bonus and what corporate gifts they’ll be bringing home this year. This
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Delay in construction means more than just re-planning and rescheduling. More than the hassles of having to go over the original plan and starting to lay out countermeasures, both the contractor and the client will suffer from great losses. All of these can be traced back to one cause – the inability to handle changes
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To see is still the best way to believe. Routine inspection remains a crucial part of a construction project to ensure that it progresses smoothly. Despite having construction management software, contractors and project managers can check all set activities’ status. It’s very convenient to have software that lessens the workload and automates a couple of
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Managing a project without any tool to keep things organized can lead to upsetting situations. Setting roles alone is already time-consuming, and when you rely only on your memory for task dissemination, your project is bound to fail. A small construction project that involves a mid-rise building employs at least a hundred workers. One project
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Keep track of your construction project with a reliable tool. Stay on schedule and push tasks as planned. Learn how to leverage the best construction project management software to ensure all these and more. The construction industry is not an easy business. Think about it, there are hundreds and if not, thousands of moving parts
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No matter how perfectly you plan your construction project; there will be instances when changes should be made. Inevitable issues like accidents, treacherous weather, unavailability of supplies, and so on can greatly affect your project schedule. But with a capable construction management software at hand, project managers can easily adjust. Read here about some more
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Communicating with your crew members is very important in a construction project. To secure multiple channels of communication from mobile to radio and building contractor software. These will make sure there’ll be no impediments when one method fails. Communication is more than important in the construction industry. It is a major ingredient for the successful
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Women can be useful even in a male-dominated industry. Make her take over the construction scheduling software tasks or leading the whole construction process. Find out here what else a woman can do and how to include her in a construction project. The construction industry is many things. It employs
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There’s a lot of things that a contractor can actually do to retain his workers in his company. Prioritizing employee welfare, introducing technology like automation, helping them become more productive through construction management software, and allowing crews to up their skills are just some of the many factors that make workers stick with their employer.
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From equipment, procedures, and up to construction project management software, technology has indeed made a big impact on the construction industry, and this revolution has led us to sky rise buildings and innovative structure designs. Learn more about technology’s role at the construction site. Advancements in technology are one of the main reasons why the
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Improving employee productivity in the construction industry is the Holy Grail – endlessly pursued for its mythic ability to transform a workplace, where projects are accomplished on time, following the budget, and with relative ease. It’s what we all dream of when we think of the expression that is why companies do their best to
