HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As anyone in the commercial construction industry knows, reliable, responsive, and skilled subcontractors are the lifeblood of our business. Our project management system, Procore, allows us to classify subcontractors by category and rate their performance through internal analysis. They are a fantastic resource.

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Commercial Construction Schedule US 295

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 17, 2017

LEED Commercial Interiors projects present the best single opportunity for greening buildings. million existing commercial buildings in the United States today. million existing commercial buildings. greater than 80% exist in rented space within those existing commercial buildings. The proof is in the numbers.

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Commercial Green Commissioning Baltimore 248

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

I wouldn’t go so far as to call myself a control freak, but as a national general contractor, it’s part of the job description to be the one calling the shots and telling everyone what to do on a complex commercial construction project. One recent project we bid even had the pre-fabricated steel structure of a building as an OFI.

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Commercial Management Project Management Construction 156

Lets Build

APRIL 1, 2020

What are the responsibilities of a project manager in construction? The dispute manager. Manage risks. Not all construction project managers know what they do all the time. The construction project manager is the key figure of the construction project team. Hire, fire and supervise.

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Project Management Management Construction Drafting 173

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 23, 2018

Editor’s Note: This is Part 2 of a five-part series on Construction Project Management. Last week, we talked about the complexity of construction projects and the role of the project manager in managing the processes behind them. And these workers will undoubtedly change from project to project.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 26, 2018

Information is the essential core of every commercial construction project. From the initial stages of a project through to its conclusion, having the correct information at every step is the best way to ensure you will not face costly delays and errors.

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Risk Project Management Management Budget 209

Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

The term construction project management can be used to describe a vast number of tasks, roles and responsibilities. In-depth technical insight, tools, software, techniques , and knowledge are required to deliver today’s complex and quality building projects. Construction Management 101. But one thing is always sure.

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Project Management Management Construction Feasibility 148

HardHatChat

AUGUST 18, 2016

Involving your commercial contractor early-on for a large-scale project, such as this shopping center development Englewood Construction completed in Connecticut, allows the construction team to create a realistic timeline for key project milestones.

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Commercial Construction Schedule Budgeting 226

Construction Marketing

MARCH 24, 2021

The process of building a commercial property is very different to the construction of a residential home; sourcing a specialized commercial building firm is likely to make the process go much more smoothly than hiring the first builder to return your call. 2) Dedicated project managers. 3) Managing budget expectations.

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Commercial Project Management Contract Budgeting 156

HardHatChat

AUGUST 5, 2024

Selecting the right national commercial construction general contractor is a critical decision that can significantly impact the success of your construction project. Over the past 20+ years, with 2500 completed commercial construction projects, Englewood has learned that it takes more than a great price to win a bid.

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Commercial Construction Project Management Safety 156

HardHatChat

MARCH 26, 2024

Selecting the right national commercial construction general contractor is a critical decision that can significantly impact the success of your construction project. Over the past 20+ years, with 2500 completed commercial construction projects, we have learned that it takes more than a great price to win a bid.

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Commercial Contractors Construction Project Management 177

Building Radar

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The US commercial building construction market is a massive and competitive landscape, with several leading companies dominating the sector. The commercial construction sector includes office buildings, retail spaces, and industrial facilities, and knowing who the major companies are can provide insights into market trends and opportunities.

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Commercial US Construction Project Management 52

HardHatChat

OCTOBER 9, 2024

As a National General Contractor, Englewood has a front-row seat to the opportunities and challenges facing the commercial construction industry. Instead of demolishing old buildings, many commercial remodels focus on the adaptive reuse of historic or outdated structures. Want to talk about your next project?

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Commercial Retail Remodeling Construction 156

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

This construction project manager infographic shows, that construction projects vary, depending on whether they’re commercial, residential, institutional, agricultural, industrial or heavy civil projects. The construction project manager infographic. Well, many things. IT knowledge.

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Project Management Management Construction Spirit 108

HardHatChat

DECEMBER 20, 2016

With December here, it’s time for our annual post reviewing some of the positives – as well as a few of the challenges – that shaped the commercial construction business in the past year. Here’s a look at our top 2016 commercial construction “highs” and “lows”: Low: Mall Retail Tenants Choose Local over National.

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Commercial Retail Construction Chicago 156

Construction Today

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Having experienced an impressive rate of growth, it has quickly evolved into a major player in the Texas construction sector.

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Fort Worth Project Management Dallas Industrial 52

Lets Build

JUNE 24, 2021

Many project managers who work on projects with a lot of repetition tell us that they have to spend up to 50% of their time each week on admin-heavy tasks related to planning. Their programme is stuck on MS Project and to update it they have to go through countless WhatsApp notifications, emails, or phone calls.

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Project Management Management Zoning Plans 137

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 9, 2017

Steve owns Quik Contractors, a midsize general contractor that specializes in commercial projects. Over the last several years, his company has grown to over $16 million in annual sales, with an average project size of $500,000 to $1,500,000. He employs a total of 45 office and field personnel.

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Project Management Employment Estimating Commercial 218

HardHatChat

OCTOBER 18, 2016

Behind-the-scenes team members – such as Englewood Construction’s CFO, Mary Davolt, who was recently honored as a CFO of the year by the Daily Herald – play a critical role in the success of a commercial construction firm. Recently our CFO, Mary Davolt, was honored as a CFO of the Year by suburban Chicago’s Daily Herald newspaper.

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Commercial Safety Construction Project Management 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 27, 2022

Tips for Beginning and Growing as a Construction Project Manager. Even better than participating in the building process is working in construction project management and getting to help direct the organized chaos that eventually produces a cohesive product. Interested in advancing your project and cost management skills?

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Project Management Management Construction Resource 98

HardHatChat

APRIL 15, 2020

Tara Fox is a senior project manager with Englewood Construction. As our Englewood Construction team works together to continue serving our commercial construction clients while also navigating the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on our industry, we are more thankful than ever for our staff of dedicated and experienced employees.

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Commercial News Construction Project Management 31

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

As we discussed in this blog before, technology is playing an increasingly vital role in the commercial construction industry. Business seems to be booming for construction software products that help commercial contractors manage various aspects of their business. Managing the Moving Pieces. Adding it All Up.

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Software Software Commercial Contractors 120

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Additionally, certifications in safety procedures and project management can further increase earning potential. Workers with significant experience are often in demand for high-profile projects, leading to higher pay. For instance, those skilled in crane operation or welding can earn up to $80,000 annually.

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Construction Project Management Los Angeles Certification 97

Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Any commercial building can be built in three easy steps. Additionally, the team of Project Manager, Project Superintendent, Project Manager Assistant, and Skilled Trades Partners work to deliver a project that is exactly as expected, on-time, and within budget.

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Commercial Drawings Bidding Budget 127

HardHatChat

APRIL 12, 2016

The other day I was talking with a Chicago-area client who didn’t realize Englewood is a national general contractor that manages national commercial construction projects across the country. At Englewood, we employ a stable of superintendents who specialize in managing projects on the road.

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Commercial Contractors Management New York City 120

HardHatChat

JANUARY 17, 2017

A big part of going from a vendor to a partner is providing insightful counsel and realistic expectations at all stages of a commercial construction project – even if it isn’t necessarily what the client wants to hear. Streamline our processes.

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Commercial Contractors Bidding Spirit 156

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Project Managers Responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects. Coordinate and communicate with various stakeholders, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Ensure indoor comfort and air quality in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

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Construction Project Management Electrical Safety 332

HardHatChat

AUGUST 19, 2015

and the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows employment for construction managers will grow 16 percent (faster than average for all occupations) from 2012 to 2022. But the interesting thing about commercial construction is all the different paths people take to end up in this industry.

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Commercial Contractors Construction Certification 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 18, 2022

Table of Contents: What is Construction Management Software? The Benefits of Construction Management Software. Key Features to Look for in Construction Project Management Software. How to Choose the Best Construction Management Software. What is Construction Project Management Software?

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Project Management Software Software Management 98

Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 16, 2023

In certain instances, you may need to adjust the project’s scope or stretch the timeline a bit to accommodate the changes that may come along the way. Get Durable Materials The type of materials you use can greatly impact your construction process, whether it is a residential or commercial building.

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Construction Budgeting Budget Materials 337

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

The use of technology and apps for daily construction reporting, sharing photos and scheduling look-aheads has become common practice on today’s commercial construction job sites. As antiquated as that probably sounds to this blog’s younger readers, it really wasn’t that long ago.

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Commercial Construction Bidding US 144

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Project Management Constraints. P roject Failure – A project becomes a failure when it does not deliver what was required within the agreed-upon budget and time, to the dissatisfaction of one or more participants.No matter how well-planned your project is, lack of visibility can lead quickly to failure.

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Project Management Organization Capterra Management 229

Job Order Contracting

MAY 29, 2018

Use 4BT OpenCOST TM Construction Cost Data Construction Cost Estimating Data and 4BT-CE Construction Cost Estimating Software for Pubic and Commercial Construction. We help Real Property Owners, Facilities Management, Contractors, and AEs to do there jobs faster, better, and more cost effectively. Cloud-based technology.

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Estimating Software Software Commercial 100

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 20, 2023

Founded in 1985, Hi-Tech Electric provides residential, commercial and industrial electrical repairs, maintenance services, and installations, EV charging equipment and infrastructure with locations in Michigan and Indiana.

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Software Software Contractors Electrical 282

HardHatChat

MARCH 8, 2016

Just as clients’ needs change, so too does the way we exchange information in construction management. In a post last month, we took a look inside the commercial construction technology toolbox, specifically a rundown of construction management software options that benefit not only the contractor, but also the client.

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Software Software Commercial Contractors 120

Construction Dive

MARCH 28, 2019

Gensler will be the lead architect and CAA Icon the project manager for Precourt Sports Ventures' privately financed mixed-used project for Austin FC.

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Austin Management Commercial Texas 89

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 7, 2018

Jay has directly led the planning, design, and construction of more than $500 million dollars of commercial development. His leadership in business consulting has improved the strategy, operations, and services of Fortune 500 companies, software providers, construction project owners, general contractors, and trade contractors.

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