The world of contracting often has many layers that really help highly complex projects that require a wide range of specialized skills. But, when subcontractors start hiring subcontractors of their own, complexity ramps up.
Quality Management
Common Material Risks And How To Avoid Them
Construction projects need a lot of materials, and not all materials work out as planned. Here’s a look at other examples of troubled projects with material problems, along with some ideas for avoiding the material … about Common Material Risks And How To Avoid Them
myComply: A Fast Track to Jobsite Safety
Workplace safety is a front-of-mind concern for any responsible construction company. Strict adherence and compliance with safety training regulations not only keeps workers safe, but prevents the company from facing heavy fines or jobsite slowdowns … about myComply: A Fast Track to Jobsite Safety
Getting on the Same Page as your Building Inspector
Building inspectors and contractors share the same target: to complete a build safely and efficiently so that they can satisfy the homeowner. While there has historically been a disconnect between the two parties, there’s a … about Getting on the Same Page as your Building Inspector
6 Superintendent Tactics for Managing Materials
Superintendents deal with a lot of materials. Even though subs order and maintain their own job stocks, the superintendent must often handle the logistics of material movement and storage. Plus, as the GC’s rep, the … about 6 Superintendent Tactics for Managing Materials
Quality As Your Differentiator
It's typical to pursue quality by tracking benchmarks or quality indicators. But the ultimate goal for any quality program is customer satisfaction. Quality measured by the customer is the only measurement that serves to differentiate … about Quality As Your Differentiator
Mitigating Risks: 10 Micro Practices that Threaten Your Daily Objectives
In a study called “Identifying Key Risks in Construction Projects: Life Cycle and Stakeholder Perspectives," researchers analyzed the top 10 risks that are most likely to occur and have a significant impact on your project … about Mitigating Risks: 10 Micro Practices that Threaten Your Daily Objectives
3 Must-haves: Quality Control, Customer Satisfaction, and Reputation
Customer satisfaction and quality control are dynamically linked. As quality rises or falls, customer satisfaction usually follows. But, when it comes to clients with whom you have continuing business, the opposite can also be true. … about 3 Must-haves: Quality Control, Customer Satisfaction, and Reputation
5 Ways to Get Proactive About Lessons Learned at the End of the Project
When you don't harness the knowledge gained from construction projects, you miss out on important insights related to project success. But perhaps more damaging, you miss out on insights that you can use to drastically … about 5 Ways to Get Proactive About Lessons Learned at the End of the Project
How Quality Affects Your Customer Satisfaction
Customer satisfaction is one of the most important aspects of any organization. Customers expect high quality, and nothing less. High quality ensures higher customer satisfaction and a greater chance of continued partnership. If customers aren’t … about How Quality Affects Your Customer Satisfaction
