The subcontractor’s role is an important component to every construction job. General contractors and construction companies generally have some sort of constraints on their offerings, so they turn to subcontractors to fill in any skill … about Survival Guide for Subcontractors at Small Firms
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Two Sides of the Same Coin? The Differences Between General Contractors and Construction Managers
Ever wonder what’s the difference between a general contractor and construction manager? Well, you’re not alone! To help clear up any confusion, we’ve broken down the roles and responsibilities of each.
After-the-fact Reporting is Not Data, It’s Project Suicide
For every piece of missing, inaccurate, or incomplete performance records, people are making decisions based on bad information. The chaos is compounded when information flow doesn’t keep up with the speed of the project. People … about After-the-fact Reporting is Not Data, It’s Project Suicide
Survival Guide for Engineers and Architects at Medium-Sized Firms
The construction landscape is changing fast as companies of every size rush to keep up with shifting trends in customer tastes and government regulations. Alongside increased competition in a resurgent construction industry, these factors have … about Survival Guide for Engineers and Architects at Medium-Sized Firms
Optimizing the Project Management Triangle
One of the primary objectives for project managers working in the construction field is carefully balancing the three aspects of sound management: quality, time, and money. To be successful, project managers must take all three … about Optimizing the Project Management Triangle
Change the Way you Think about Change Orders
There is a misconception that contractors make all their money off of change orders. Let’s set the record straight: nobody likes change orders. While there are certainly cases where a contractor’s profitability on a project … about Change the Way you Think about Change Orders
Tackling the Challenges of the Construction Sales Funnel
Small construction companies have unique challenges when it comes to marketing and sales. Unlike companies selling everyday consumer products, construction companies are usually selling an expensive service. Small construction companies also work within limited geographies, … about Tackling the Challenges of the Construction Sales Funnel
Survival Guide for General Contractors at Large Construction Firms
As the point person for a client, the main wranglers of subcontractors and the supervisor for a project, general contractors at large construction firms have considerable responsibilities that impact the full range of operations at … about Survival Guide for General Contractors at Large Construction Firms
The Industry Has a Problem with Safety. Here’s How to Fix It.
The construction industry has a problem with safety. Safety records in the industry are troubling, at best, and little improvement has been made over the years. This is partially due to construction processes and job … about The Industry Has a Problem with Safety. Here’s How to Fix It.
The Difference Between an Estimate, Quote, Bid, and Proposal
In construction, an estimate, bid, quote, and proposal can take on different meanings depending on who is using the term. Some construction professionals use the words “estimate” and “quote” interchangeably, while a bid or proposal … about The Difference Between an Estimate, Quote, Bid, and Proposal
