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Promote to rotator No Rotator Image Status of webinar Upcoming Discover how to standardize your schedule of values, application for payment processing, lien waivers and change orders. In this webinar, discover how you can standardize your schedule of values, application for payment processing, lien waivers and change orders.
For Directors of Construction, engaging the right general contractor (GC) who can work seamlessly with commercial architects is essential to mitigate risks and achieve project goals. Predictable Timelines Through Smarter Delivery One of the most critical elements of risk mitigation is maintaining project schedules.
Due to a variety of factors – from smaller profit margins following the economic downturn, to the sense of immediacy that’s so pervasive in the modern business world – everyone from our clients on down to our subcontractors are being squeezed for time and asked to deliver commercial construction projects on tighter schedules than ever before.
Job Order Contracting Best Management Practices – Contractor Evaluation. Did the Contractor respond to the request for a Joint Site Visit / Joint Scope Meeting (JSM) in a timely manner? Contractor attend the JSM on time with appropriate personnel? Did the Contractor provide a detailed line-item proposal per schedule?
At the highest level, contractors understand the importance of accurately predicting and preparing for variances in costs or schedules when delivering a construction project. In fact, leaders know it is essential to the profitability, cash flow and potential viability of projects.
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The most common contractor errors and how to avoid them to keep your construction projects safe, productive and profitable. The savvy contractor knows they can’t possibly avoid every jobsite mistake. Let’s explore 10 of the most common mistakes made by contractors with the best way to avoid the worst. Neglecting Safety Measures.
From designing effectively to reducing waste, we have come up with seven tips and best practices that can help contractors stay above water. Eliminate material loss and labor waste by ensuring subcontractors are scheduled at the right time and the respective materials are where they need to be. Schedule Smart.
Here are three examples of when you should reach out to your commercial construction general contractor. Often a commercial general contractor isn’t tapped for a project until the specific site is already locked in. Before You Select A Site. Our first question to them was “which cities do you want pricing for?”
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Complex projects paired with tight labor markets and timelines have put additional pressure on construction contractors. A strategic, well-executed fleet strategy can eliminate downtime that strains your schedule — and your bottom line. Having the right equipment available at the right time is critical to staying on track.
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How BIM Helps General Contractors Win More Business. Technology is making vast improvements in the way general contractors (GCs) plan and build projects, paving the way for a reimagined future. Technology is making vast improvements in the way general contractors (GCs) plan and build projects, paving the way for a reimagined future.
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No longer rely on historical data, national average cost data, contractor lump sum quotes, location factors, or economic factors Improve cost estimates and visibility 30%-40%+ Itemize quantities, labor requirements, materials, equipment.
Industry Statistics Show Benefits & Resistance to Lean Construction ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 08:35 By now, most contractors have heard of “lean” construction; it has clearly gained a foothold in the practices of many contractors.
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Construction Marketing Association sponsor Modern Marketing Partners (MMP), will share contractor website best practices , along with a Contractor Website Checklist , several diagnostic tools, contractor website examples, and a couple of website package options. Contractor Website Examples. Contractor Website Checklist.
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It is one of the leading residential contractors in Central and South America, and a great example of how increasing site visibility by seamlessly sharing your programme with your teams can bring enormous benefits to your projects. But without a live schedule, it gets difficult to coordinate with multiple teams.
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Selecting the right national commercial construction general contractor is a critical decision that can significantly impact the success of your construction project. Safety Record and Practices Safety should be a top priority when selecting a contractor. is essential. Our safety record is stellar. We put a premium on training.
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