HardHatChat

MARCH 4, 2019

One of the biggest challenges for commercial construction firms today is the tighter project timelines that have become the norm at every phase of a project – from shorter deadlines for submitting initial bids and budgets, to quicker resolution on addendums and change orders, to compressed schedules for construction and delivery.

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Lets Build

MARCH 3, 2023

If you answered staying on schedule, you’re not alone. So if you don’t want your next project to end up as another statistic for missed deadlines, you need to improve your construction schedule. We’ll discuss five techniques you can use to create a construction schedule that keeps your project on track.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 11, 2023

As in all walks of life, technology and innovation are changing the landscape of the industrial construction industry. This has obviously led to large-scale improvements in the way structures are designed and building materials are fabricated. It streamlines scheduling. It eliminates the need for in-person meetings.

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Project Management Innovation Management Industrial 305

HardHatChat

MARCH 27, 2018

can have a positive impact on a construction project’s schedule and budget. Something we’re hearing a lot about in our industry right now is the growing trend and popularity of prefab and modular commercial construction solutions. Labor Efficiencies: Plus, on-site labor needs are more streamlined for prefabricated items.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 7, 2014

Keeping projects and programs on schedule has always been a challenge for both owners and contractors. Delays are very costly and should be avoided if at all possible.

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HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As anyone in the commercial construction industry knows, reliable, responsive, and skilled subcontractors are the lifeblood of our business. We believe it enhances our project outcomes, mitigates risks, and supports the overall success of our national construction business. Believe me, it takes some trial and error. It matters.

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HardHatChat

DECEMBER 19, 2018

A strong pipeline of senior living construction was a “high” of 2018. So before we officially ring in 2019, here is our rundown of Englewood Construction’s commercial construction trends “highs” and “lows” from 2018: High: A Sizable Senior Living Pipeline. Low: Labor Shortage Shapes Schedules.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Why Schedulers Turn Into Glorified Babysitters — & How to Fix It ccapoccia Tue, 12/05/2023 - 08:44 Construction schedulers are the real heroes behind every construction project. They make sure everything lines up right, from people to materials. While that’s valuable, scheduling is a different beast.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Managing Supply Chain Disruptions in the Construction Industry. This has been true for every industry, but few have been as broadly affected as the construction industry. Construction supply chains are naturally complex, and the operating principles that worked in the pre-COVID-19 marketplace may not be as successful today.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 16, 2019

Also, researching affordable building materials ahead of time with the architect can help cut costs prior to project kickoff. It may seem time consuming, but spending a few minutes researching materials and equipment cost could save money. Reduce Wasted Materials. Schedule Smart. Shop Around. Invest in Technology.

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HardHatChat

JUNE 26, 2018

At Englewood Construction, we’re proud to say we’ve already been “on tour” with American Girl for the last 10 years, working with the popular retail brand to build, remodel and maintain American Girl Place stores across the country. As such, we carefully scheduled other work around them. Grand Entrances (And Tight Squeezes).

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HardHatChat

AUGUST 28, 2018

Budget is always a major consideration for our commercial construction clients, and as a general contractor we devote significant time to the budgeting process. Getting Too Specific on Specifications.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 26, 2024

How to validate a construction takt plan: Validating an “optimized” TAKT plan is challenging, if not impossible, without access to an objective and granular local market database of construction tasks that includes labor, material, and equipment requirements. Here’s why this database is critical: 1.

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HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Over the past 20+ years, Englewood has completed over 2500 commercial construction projects in the retail, restaurant, hospitality, senior living, industrial, cannabis, and automotive sectors. For example, at Englewood Commercial Construction, early collaboration is a core part of our process.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2017

When a job is behind schedule, it impacts everybody on the project, and likely the next scheduled project or build. Working with integrated construction software can keep everyone on the same page, jobs and duties on time, equipment and worker status visible, and timelines transparent. Subcontractor schedules.

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Viewpoint Construction Schedule Estimating 239

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 18, 2022

Improving Construction Project Delivery Outcomes. Improving construction project outcomes is critical from both economic and environmental perspectives. Efficient repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction of buildings, transportation systems, utilities, and bridges can become a reality with appropriate leadership focus.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 2, 2024

You Can’t Fix What You Can’t See ccapoccia Mon, 12/02/2024 - 12:49 Every construction project, no matter how well planned, runs into unforeseen challenges: Weather, labor shortages, material supply issues and design changes, among other factors, make on-time project delivery a constantly moving target.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 9, 2022

PROVEN FORMULA FOR EFFICIENT FACILITIES Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, and New Construction. Manage costs of all types: Effort (labor, crews, timelines), quantities, materials, and equipment. 84% gain in higher-quality construction. 41%-74% reduction in project schedules. 43%-77% increase in productivity.

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Renovating Estimating Construction Procurement 246

Construction Business Owner

JULY 29, 2022

Most managers focus on producing results, such as: finishing projects on time and on budget, scheduling crews, ordering materials, managing subcontractors and suppliers, winning new contracts, getting paid, hiring good employees — all the many things necessary to keep a company functioning properly. Your Guidance Matters. Kathy Wells.

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Budgeting Budget Schedule Contract 316

Job Order Contracting

MAY 24, 2023

Construction Cost Estimating Facts Construction Cost Estimating Facts #1 There is no such thing as an “accurate cost estimate” Beware of any so called expert, estimating firm, or vendor using the term. #2 2 Construction cost estimating is NOT an art.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

The construction industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation as it embraces the digital age. Due to the quick adoption of new tools and technologies, keeping competitive and being successful in the current environment of the construction industry are now closely related to implementing technological innovations.

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Innovation Construction Safety Budgeting 247

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

6 reasons your construction projects are not being completed on time and how to avoid them. It’s both frustrating and costly for contractors when a construction project is postponed. There are some reasons, like weather that are beyond your control, but most construction project delays can be avoided. Budget Inaccuracies.

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HardHatChat

AUGUST 18, 2016

Before the 2016 Games opened, media coverage showed crews in Rio de Janeiro putting finishing touches on new-construction Olympic facilities, and reporters speculated whether venues and the athletes village would be completed in time to welcome participants and spectators.

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Commercial Construction Schedule Budgeting 226

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

A credible construction cost estimate is required prior to engaging in procurement. The follow elements are common to a credible construction cost estimate. Credible Cost Estimate Core Elements #1 Objectivity – The information used and those invovled in the creation of the construction cost estimate must be objective.

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Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Every construction professional knows the downside to missing project deadlines. With that said, few construction teams actually succeed in finishing their jobs on time. The following breakdown looks at 5 common challenges in meeting construction deadlines and provides some simple solutions to help mitigate them. .

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HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

When I think back on the most interesting construction projects and challenges I’ve handled in my career as a national commercial contractor, without a doubt some of the most memorable have been in landmark-status buildings. Not surprisingly, construction in a landmark-status property takes the permitting process to an entirely new level.

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New York City Construction Chicago Permits 267

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

How to Build the Perfect Construction Logistics Plan ccapoccia Thu, 09/19/2024 - 09:14 How will you move and deploy your workforce, equipment and materials to get the job done? Taking the time to think through your construction logistics plan will help you answer questions like these.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This document outlines A Solid Construction Project Delivery Framework to better address the complex problems of planning, procurement, and new builds. Cost and schedule overruns, accidents, less than expected quality and inadequate functionality are the norm in the publics sector at federal, state, county, and local levels.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 26, 2018

Technology coming to the construction industry isn’t a new topic. But if this month’s news is any indication, the trend toward new, inventive construction technology continues to move along quickly. In construction, safety will likely be one of the biggest uses for this technology.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

If construction jobsites have one thing in common, it’s that they’re all different. This variation — in project size, scope, type, materials, timelines, etc. makes a philosophy like lean manufacturing seem unsuited to the construction industry. It is possible to use lean in construction. Reduce Waste.

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Lets Build

MARCH 10, 2022

There’s a strong trend toward the modular construction approach—in fact, the global market is expected to reach $175 billion by 2025. Is modular construction cheaper than other methods? What advantages do modular construction techniques bring to the table? Modular construction is gaining more attention, and for good reason.

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Construction Transportation Site Fabrication 187

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Improve construction cost visibility and management with a LOCAL, CURRENT, OBJECTIVE, and VERIFIABLE Comprehensive Unit Cost Database with 90,000 granular construction tasks including labor, material, equipment, and productivity details. The post Comprehensive Unit Cost Database – Construction appeared first on 4BT.

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CSI Construction Estimating Equipment 131

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Ransomware Is Crippling the Construction Industry ccapoccia Tue, 10/31/2023 - 15:47 The construction industry finds itself in the crosshairs of ransomware attacks. What makes construction so alluring to cybercriminals? It’s not just the industry’s digital transformation — it’s the mechanics of project delivery.

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Industrial Construction Schedule Contract 156

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Site inventory management is a crucial part of any construction business. However, construction inventory can run into a few specific challenges. The introduction of management software systems could add some much-needed modernization to your construction business. Continue reading to learn more. Conclusion.

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Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

If you’re the owner of a construction or trade business, chances are you’ve asked yourself what it takes to be successful in this field. But there are some key elements every construction business should have in place to ensure they stay on track and continue growing. You can also avoid costly mistakes in the future.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 9, 2018

Construction management is no easy task, as today’s contractors have a lot to juggle: job costs and budgets, progress reporting, overseeing subcontractors, field crews and schedules, materials and equipment, constantly moving timelines and much more. How to Choose Construction Management Software.

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Software Software Construction Budget 200

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 27, 2017

Planning for construction costs can mean the difference between making a decent profit and barely breaking even. Using integrated construction software can make it easy to stay above the green line throughout the project lifecycle. Changes made during the design process are less costly to implement than those made during construction.

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