Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Buildertrend excels at streamlining our project management — simplifying everything from communication and scheduling to budgeting. ccapoccia Tue, 11/05/2024 - 15:18 Ryan Stryker President Stryker Construction Inc. Buildertrend and STACK CT are tied for first place as my favorite software tools.

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HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

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.

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The Constructor

APRIL 5, 2024

Scheduling in construction projects is a meticulous process involving the listing of tasks, activities, and milestones, each assigned with a planned start and finish date. The significance of scheduling in construction projects cannot be overstated, as it fundamentally contributes to the success of a project.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 10, 2023

If the office and field teams aren’t aligned, it directly impacts a project’s ability to stay on schedule and budget. Join us to learn best practices for managing and creating processes that reduce risk and improve visibility. A construction project’s success ultimately depends on how well the office and field work together.

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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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Project Management Commercial Management Construction 349

Construction Marketing

APRIL 11, 2023

But it has also changed the way in which project managers do their jobs. With this in mind, keep reading for 5 innovative approaches to industrial construction project management in 2023. Modern projects are incorporating building information management (BIM) software. It streamlines scheduling.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 9, 2019

Job whiteboards, paper calendars and Excel spreadsheets are inefficient ways of managing crew/equipment scheduling. Commonly used in the workplace, specifically in construction, whiteboards and calendars help to outline jobs, resources needed and the personnel who will work on them.

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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.

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HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Working with some of the best Directors of Construction, architects, and project managers in the business, we understand that risk management is a core concern for our clients. This early planning minimizes the risk of disruptions and keeps the project aligned with its budget and schedule.

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Risk Commercial Budgeting Budget 156

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 1, 2022

Job Order Contracting Best Management Practices – Contractor Evaluation. Did the Contractor provide a detailed line-item proposal per schedule? Did the Contractor adhere to the approved construction schedule? The post Job Order Contracting Best Management Practices – Contractor Evaluation appeared first on 4BT.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

Identify, Manage & Reduce Jobsite Hazards & Threats ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 09:57 All construction projects carry some level of risk that needs to be identified, assessed and managed so construction projects are not negatively impacted. There are four main types of risk in construction: financial, safety, scheduling and legal.

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Lets Build

MARCH 1, 2022

Construction projects are complex, and project managers have to take many factors into account. Fortunately, construction scheduling software makes it easier to keep your project on track and stay in control. 5 advantages of construction project scheduling software. 5 advantages of construction project scheduling software.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 26, 2023

Locally researched unit price cost data can be leveraged to detail labor type, time, and cost requirements, scheduling, and provide valid cost visibility. Lump sum or poorly detailed contractor or subcontractor quotes, historical cost data, or national average cost data do not provide any ability for cost management to an owner.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 29, 2021

At the end of the day, Public Sector Facilities Portfolio Management 101 is a PASS/FAIL course for practicing professionals. As a public sector facilities management professional, your days are as endless as the list of repairs, renos, and new builds. Schedule a call. Via 4BT www.4bt.us

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 25, 2022

Construction workforce management is here to help combat the shortage. Join us for a webinar to unlock key insights into the six pillars of proper workforce management: communication; scheduling; data management; people management; forecasting; and actuals and analytics. Workforce Management. Brian Witt.

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Management Virgin Islands ProCore Puerto Rico 334

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 22, 2021

Introduction – 2021 Facilities Repair Renovation and New Construction Cost Management spans multiple principles, practices, domains, and more. These environments, when properly deployed and managed, drive unparalleled levels of efficiency quality. Sample Workflow. Project Procurement and Delivery Environment Comparison.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 8, 2024

The older methods, while prevalent and arguable the ‘status quo, do not provide requisite levels of cost visibility and/or cost management. Nor do they generally provide the level of support and collaboration required to maximize return on investment in mutually acceptable manner for both real property owners and JOC design/builders.

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Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Site inventory management is a crucial part of any construction business. Updating your inventory management style will require a bit of creativity in equal measures of practicality. This article provides some helpful tips on boosting your business through inventory management improvement. Continue reading to learn more.

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Inventory Management Site Construction 285

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Value generation in public sector facilities management will rapidly become a mandate. Furthermore, the administrative burden required for sustainable facilities management must be reduced as staffing levels continue to fall. contact-form] The post Value Generation in Public Sector Facilities Management appeared first on 4BT.

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Management CSI Change Orders Budget 263

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Managing Supply Chain Disruptions in the Construction Industry. For construction businesses to stay afloat and remain competitive in the current global market, they must learn the steps necessary for managing supply chain disruptions. Having a storehouse of supplies will also help keep your projects on schedule. Greg Ragsdale.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 29, 2024

mhodges Tue, 10/29/2024 - 09:45 Managing over 200 vehicles and 100 construction assets is no small feat, especially in heavy industries like construction. They boosted uptime by harnessing instant GPS data, optimizing maintenance schedules, reducing aggressive driving, and saving on costly repairs.

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Lets Build

APRIL 20, 2020

Construction schedule delays are a common problem within the industry and for a very good reason. Regardless of the type of the project, excessive administrative work and hours of never-ending meetings appear to be two of the main factors that lead to many schedule delays in construction. Reputation damage for the parties involved.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 26, 2021

Almost every construction company owner, president or manager is busy — they never have enough time to finish everything on their plate. They view their stacked schedules, overworked temperaments and overfatigued bodies as badges of honor. They tend to take on too many duties. They don’t delegate.

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Schedule Management Construction 374

Lets Build

MARCH 3, 2023

What’s the biggest struggle that you face as a project manager? 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. Are on-site activities matching up with your schedule?

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Construction Marketing

AUGUST 3, 2022

None of this would be possible without efficient and careful construction project management planning and construction managers. Construction project management plays a vital role in ensuring that all the buildings around us are built safely and on time. What does the construction project management team do? .

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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. But here’s the hitch: Too often, you often pull your best field employees and managers into scheduling because they know the work.

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HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Ensure Realistic Budgeting and Scheduling: Combining the architects design vision with the GCs knowledge of materials, labor, and logistics allows for more accurate cost estimates and timelines. Predictable Timelines Through Smarter Delivery One of the most critical elements of risk mitigation is maintaining project schedules.

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Lets Build

DECEMBER 9, 2022

But the industry is plagued with challenges and inefficiencies, from resource wastage to poor construction workforce management techniques. So, let’s explore how we can solve those inefficiencies with these five tips to improve your construction workforce management. Optimise your scheduling processes. Implement lean practices.

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Management Construction Schedule Software 157

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.

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Budgeting Budget Schedule Contract 316

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Realize that your customers view your subcontractors as a reflection of your ability to manage. If your subcontractor completes a critical part of the work ahead of schedule, you will get the credit. Likewise, you will receive the blame if the subcontractor is behind schedule.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 10, 2023

Understanding Tech Options & How They Impact Operations ccapoccia Mon, 04/10/2023 - 08:12 Software selection can be a daunting task, whether it’s for accounting, project management, scheduling, estimating, timecard capture, contact management or another process. Software becomes part of your infrastructure.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 7, 2022

The reason Public Sector Construction and FM Grade F for Cost Management is simple… the lack of owner leadership and competency. More than half the time wasted during construction, the study teams have found, is attributable to poor management practices. It affects costs, prices, international competitiveness, and our safety.

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Management Construction Procurement Renovating 246

HardHatChat

MARCH 20, 2025

The reality is that construction fundamentals remain consistent across sectorswhat matters most is a contractors ability to execute, manage complexity, and ensure quality from start to finish. A general contractors job is to manage the process, coordinate with subcontractors, and ensure the project aligns with the clients vision.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Conference Management (CM). Health and Safety Improvement Management. Location-Based Management System (LBMS). Onsite Management. Plan of Conditions and Work Environment or Environmental Management System. Pull Scheduling/Planning. Total Quality Management (TQM). Visualization tools/management.

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