Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 18, 2018

Contractors have a lot to keep track of daily: from crews on the jobsite and subcontractors to equipment, materials and ever-changing conditions. To keep things organized, most contractors use technology in some capacity to facilitate day-to-day workflows for project management , scheduling, accounting , estimating and more.

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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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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 6, 2018

Editor’s Note: This is Part 4 of a five-part series on Construction Project Management. Over the past three weeks, we’ve looked at complex construction projects, the people that run them and the technology tools they use. Having real-time data also keeps the owners and financers of the project up to date and ultimately happier.

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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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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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Building Radar

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The role of a project manager is pivotal in ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the desired quality standards. To excel in this demanding field, construction project managers must possess a diverse set of skills that enable them to navigate complex challenges and lead their teams effectively.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 30, 2018

Editor’s Note: This is Part 3 of a five-part series on Construction Project Management. Previously, we looked at the complexity of construction projects and the importance of the folks working on project teams—especially the project manager who has to keep all people and processes moving on a daily basis.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 24, 2025

Understanding Project Budgeting Project budgeting is a crucial component of successful project management. At its core, a project budget is the total estimated cost of all the tasks, activities, and materials associated with a project.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Effective leadership is crucial for project success in the dynamically challenging construction environment. A Project Manager (PM) oversees operations, guides teams through day-to-day tasks, ensures effective communication, and maintains stakeholder alignment.

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Lets Build

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Even the most seasoned project managers face challenges on a daily basis. Construction projects are prone to more risks than most other industries—each project is unique, and there are endless factors that can impact its outcome. You can’t manage a project well without effective communication.

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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. Act as a liaison between clients, architects, and construction teams to ensure project success.

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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. From financial overruns to project delays, unexpected risks can impact budgets, timelines, and overall project success.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 2, 2025

Key issues related to cost factors: Fluctuating Material Costs: Prices of construction materials can significantly vary based on market conditions, supply chain issues, and seasonal fluctuations, making accurate cost estimations challenging. Locally researched costs for labor, material, and equipment. Cost, and VFA, Inc.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Get Durable Materials The type of materials you use can greatly impact your construction process, whether it is a residential or commercial building. Working with low-quality materials can cause you to encounter various problems during construction that can slow down the process, wasting time and money.

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HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

It could be installing specialty equipment in a commercial kitchen, utilizing pre-ordered materials such as flooring and millwork, or providing electrical hookup for a sign or security system. One recent project we bid even had the pre-fabricated steel structure of a building as an OFI.

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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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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Project Management: Cost, Time, and Quality, Two Best Guesses and a Phenomenon, Its Time to Accept Other Success Criteria. International Journal of Project Management Belout, A., & Gauvreau, C. Factors Influencing Project Success: The Impact of Human Resource Management. Construction project management.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 7, 2025

Granular Local Market Cost Data is Essential for Cost Visibility & Management (Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, & New Builds) Using current, verifiable, and detailed local cost dat a instead of national averages with adjustment factors ensures: Cost transparency All labor, material, and equipment costs are broken down and verifiable.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 27, 2022

Tips for Beginning and Growing as a Construction Project Manager. It’s amazing to see parts become wholes, to watch a humming construction site transform from a ground-level pile of materials into a beautiful high-rise, hospital, office building or campus. Interested in advancing your project and cost management skills?

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 13, 2018

Innovative techniques and processes for project management, new software solutions, the internet of things (IoT) and alternative materials are all making a push into mainstream construction. New advances in technology, particularly on the digital side of the spectrum, can do a lot to drive revenue and cut costs.

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 6, 2023

In this guest blog post for Fieldwire, Patrick Hogan explains five common challenges project managers face on construction projects. Patrick is the CEO at Handle.com which builds software that helps contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers secure their lien rights and get paid faster.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 28, 2022

Project management is tough. As simple as it sounds, having the right information in front of you is essential to managing the stress of a project management role,” shares Esteban Coralles , Manager, Technical Solutions at Autodesk and a former construction project manager. “As

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 21, 2023

Construction projects can be complex, with millions of dollars invested and tight deadlines. As a project manager, it’s up to you to execute the plans and ensure everything runs smoothly. Leveraging technology The first place you should look for project improvements is technology.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 2, 2024

PPC is a crucial aspect of Lean philosophies and practices like “Last Planner” and has been a part of DoD FM project management for decades. For PPC to be effective, however, a detailed Scope of Work with construction tasks, labor, materials, equipment details, and local market costs is essential.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Real property owners must meet the challenges of sustainable building lifecycle mangement, continuous improvement, waste elimination, a stronger focus on the user, the need to increase the value for money coupled with high quality project management and improved supply chains and communications.

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Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Learn how construction leaders transform operations, reduce costs, and streamline project management in the cloud. Track your fleet, materials, and equipment. Drive lean project management with data-driven decision-making. Project Management. construction project management software.

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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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Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

Construction businesses should rethink their processes, increase productivity, and deliver projects with extraordinary accuracy and speed by embracing cutting-edge solutions. Construction companies are leveraging robotic technologies for tasks such as bricklaying, 3D printing of building components, and automated material handling.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 29, 2024

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

. #3 Current, locally researched cost database inclusive of all required labor, material, and equipment. Valid construction estimates are critical to efficient construction project management and best value outcomes.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 14, 2021

4bt.us – Unlike other cost databases available, 4BT construction cost data includes locally researched labor, material, and equipment costs not national averages. Compliance and Risk Mitigation.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 25, 2024

The formidable barrier, however, is that is does require change from the ‘status quo’ All repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds struggle at the onset at the interfaces of planning, procurement, and project delivery teams. Mandatory initial and ongoing training for all. #6. Quantitative performance metrics.

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Construction Today

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The construction industry is undergoing a rapid transformation with advancements in technology, materials, and processes. For project managers and developers, staying cost-effective without sacrificing quality is essential.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

This variation — in project size, scope, type, materials, timelines, etc. At the beginning of a project, get all parties involved — architects, engineers, project managers, customers — together and make sure you understand where you’re going. Workflows are the foundation of all construction projects.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 14, 2022

Emerson Smith, Assistant Project Manager at Donohoe Construction Company , understands this fully and he’s a big fan of using technology to take care of tedious tasks. Walk us through your career and what led you to become an Assistant Project Manager. So I got a job as a project engineer in the service department.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

And thanks to a recent KPMG survey , we also know that the large majority of owners (87%) report that their projects are coming under greater scrutiny. So what’s the key to managing increased stakeholder involvement and logistical challenges? It starts with efficient project management processes.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 27, 2017

When you’re dealing with jobs that are in the six, seven, and even eight figure budgets, project management can become very complex with many variables to account for. Using integrated construction software can make it easy to stay above the green line throughout the project lifecycle. Reduce wasted materials.

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