Since 1998 average temperatures have exceeded the historical average, still when the cold strikes it comes with steeper temperature drops. All construction estimates rely somewhat on historical information. When it comes to the weather, though, … about Top Ways to Build Weather into Your Estimates
Five Outdated Excuses for Using Spreadsheets
There was a time when spreadsheets were the workhorses for many business processes. Before special purpose apps and cloud-based project management software, spreadsheets were easier and more accurate than paper ledgers and calculators, so people … about Five Outdated Excuses for Using Spreadsheets
Preconstruction Meetings: Everything You Need to Know
Preconstruction meetings come in many formats because every party to a construction project uses them, both individually and collectively. However, a project without a preconstruction meeting is a project poised to have difficulties.
Your Guide to Selecting the Best Project Management Software Features
Whether you run a construction company or you are a project manager, the work these days requires more than just spreadsheets and hand-written notes. This list of project management software features will help you guide … about Your Guide to Selecting the Best Project Management Software Features
How to Make your Punch List a Done List
Let’s face it, punch list items are simply rework. Every time someone doesn’t do something right, or there’s a foul-up after the work is finished, it goes on the list. Here are ideas for making your … about How to Make your Punch List a Done List
Five Reasons Your Contractor Business Isn’t Growing
You've decided you want to grow your contractor business. Now, you're a couple of years into it, and it's just not happening. It seems like you're stuck in one place, doing fine getting by, but … about Five Reasons Your Contractor Business Isn’t Growing
Top Construction Project Manager Pitfalls to Avoid
Those who manage projects must contend with many variables. They've got the entire project to think about, not just one small piece. So, the one skill construction managers can't do without is problem solving. Every … about Top Construction Project Manager Pitfalls to Avoid
How McCownGordon is Using Technology to Improve Customer Experience
McCownGordon Construction and Procore go back a long way. Headquartered in Kansas City, MO, the company started using Procore in 2012 and even worked with the construction management software firm to build its financial integration … about How McCownGordon is Using Technology to Improve Customer Experience
The Five Project Management Rules You Should Never Break
Construction projects have so many moving parts they can't survive without the rules of the contract and rules of project management. Project managers who break them usually pay a high price of reputation loss, job … about The Five Project Management Rules You Should Never Break
Keep Your Customers Happy Through All Your Project’s Construction Phases
You've already done the hard work by landing the client. This customer could easily become a repeat customer or someone who refers others, so don't let your gains fall aside as the project unfolds. Try … about Keep Your Customers Happy Through All Your Project’s Construction Phases
