Construction Dive

DECEMBER 11, 2018

The challenges presented by the traditional Design-Bid-Build process has forced project managers to come up with innovative solutions to deliver high-quality projects on time and on budget.

Bidding 97

Bidding Project Management Budgeting Budget 97

Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2023

What’s your biggest fear as a construction project manager? Keeping a detailed daily construction report is useful for more than tracking project progress and productivity; it decreases your risks of experiencing those fears that keep you up at night. Another risk that project managers face is schedule overruns.

Project Management 146

Project Management Construction Site Management 146

Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Enter the event marketing experts at the Construction Marketing Association (CMA) to elucidate on how to improve trade show marketing effectiveness using the CMA 41-Point Trade Show Marketing Checklist (presented in chronological order ) , along with some additional, relevant resources. 41-Point Trade Show Marketing Checklist.

Construction 315

Construction News Plans Resource 315

PSMJ Resources

APRIL 24, 2014

We asked this question a few years ago at a seminar attended by 40 project managers from public works agencies. Yet when firms promote technical people to become project managers, technical proficiency is often their number one consideration. By Dave Burstein, P.E.

Project Management 72

Project Management Management Organization Deals 72

Fieldwire

DECEMBER 12, 2023

There’s more to a successful construction project than enough resources, workforce and budget. As a subcontractor , you play a crucial role in the success of a construction project, making it essential for you to embody and instill these characteristics in your crew. It helps streamline project specifications and progress.

Project Management 96

Project Management Construction Schedule Software 96

Lets Build

DECEMBER 28, 2022

The Association of Professional Builders’ 2022 annual report on the state of residential construction included some alarming findings: Almost one-third of global residential construction projects were delivered late in 2021. More residential projects went over budget in 2021 compared to previous years. Industrialisation.

Residential 148

Residential Construction Project Management Software 148

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 14, 2022

For those working in infrastructure, there are always projects to address, like designing signals and traction power or performing maintenance. . Isabel Harlan , Senior Engineer and Project Manager at Hatch LTK , has learned to expect unexpected challenges in engineering. Engineer & Project Manager, Hatch LTK.

Project Management 52

Project Management Engineering Management Autodesk 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 24, 2023

That’s why you want to align teams, costs, and expectations early on; all stakeholders must be on the same page from the outset of the project, including the earliest design phases. You can help avoid these unnecessary costs during construction by better connecting the office to the field with project management software.

Profitability 97

Profitability Construction Autodesk Forecasting 97

Construction Cost Estimating

JUNE 16, 2014

Now-a-days various construction companies utilize high-tech mobile gadgets to handle their estimating and project management data in the cloud. This latest application was designed to be applied with Corecon V7, a web based estimating , project management, and job-cost suite of construction software.

Project Management 45

Project Management CoreCon Estimating Management 45

Construction Cost Estimating

MAY 19, 2016

Project management requires the knowledge & expertise of the project team members involving the project manager , use of tools and techniques accessible to make sure that the assigned tasks are accomplished in a perfect manner. Will he/she be able to deliver on the project goals and on stipulated timeframe?

Project Management 40

Project Management Management Negotiation Environment 40

Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 27, 2011

Or, if you have the budget, you can hire an agency search firm to help you. Realistically assess your budget vs. agency size. Conduct on-site visits and/or request agency presentations from a shortlist of agency candidates that did well with RFP responses. But before you do anything, determine key drivers.

Budgeting 225

Budgeting Budget IDEA Management 225

Stok

JUNE 27, 2018

After a successful project kick-off , a solid foundation is required to bring your project into “flow state”. That foundation is a detailed schedule and budget, created and owned by the Project Manager, with input from consultants and contractors, and approved by the Client. The post Project Foundation Pt.

Schedule 40

Schedule Foundation Project Management Budgeting 40

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 28, 2017

Different styles of leadership on a construction site have a direct impact on how the project can turn out, with great leaders influencing high performance and respect from crews and subcontractors. From project management to estimates and bids, Viewpoint has the construction tools to make all workers perform to the best of their ability.

Viewpoint 231

Viewpoint Construction Safety Equipment 231

Lets Build

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Managing a team of so many people is a herculean task. Construction managers have to keep their eyes and ears open while being on their feet all day long to manage the crowd. Project managers tell us that they spend 40% of their time on site day after day attending meetings, making phone calls, and writing reports.

Management 158

Management Construction Project Management Site 158

Lets Build

MAY 27, 2020

Teams will just come to “do the work” having no understanding of the bigger picture and why it matters to deliver the project successfully. 5 steps to reducing admin workload in your projects. Regardless of the type or the size of a construction project, 80% of the process is always the same. Invest in standardisation.

Construction 218

Construction Maine Project Management Schedule 218

Pro Builder

MARCH 24, 2021

When it came time to present the final bill to the homeowner, it would turn into a messy, uncomfortable situation. He recalls multiple instances that sounded something like this: “I had it in my head that we were only over budget by a few thousand dollars, I had no idea we were this far over!”. It’s all right there.

Management 52

Management Change Orders Negotiation Dallas 52

Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 21, 2012

Construction Project Management & accounting software plays a vital role for construction companies. Now-a-days industry-specific project management software plays an important role for expanding integrated project management modules to participate with the leading stand-alone project management systems.

Project Management 40

Project Management Software Software Accounting 40

Lets Build

JULY 15, 2022

With construction design software, you can visualize different design possibilities, create professional presentations, better assess risks , and make more informed decisions. to help architects and project managers speed up the drawing process. AutoCAD comes with a comprehensive toolkit with thousands of objects, styles, etc.

Software 148

Software Software Design AutoCAD 148

PSMJ Resources

MARCH 26, 2012

Effective Project Managers Need Authority. Clients want strong project leaders rather than mere project “administrators” who’ll simply manage things and move them around. Numerous excuses can be made for any project that does not meet budget, schedule, or quality needs.

Project Management 43

Project Management Resource Management Cash Flow 43

PSMJ Resources

NOVEMBER 14, 2011

6 Common Project Management Practices of the Most Successful A/E/C Firms. This practice is essential for realistic budgeting, scheduling, easier negotiating, and to serve as a yardstick to monitor the progress of the project against the resources spent to date. project management professional. HubTrotter.

Project Management 49

Project Management Resource Management Negotiation 49

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

The characteristics of strategic collaboration and efficient construction project delivery are discussed below. The benefits of strategic collaboration vs. traditional construction planning, procurement, and project delivery are well documented and partially listed below (Chan et al., Lower project related cost growth.

Construction 222

Construction Project Management Engineering Management 222

Lets Build

MAY 15, 2020

Just like that, construction projects might suffer serious delays opening the door to legal disputes and budget overruns. This is where the problem begins for many project managers and project directors all over the world. 3 questions all project managers should ask themselves.

Plans 127

Plans Project Management Management Accounting 127

Fieldwire

AUGUST 13, 2023

A zero punch list indicates that there is no outstanding punch list work at the time of project completion. For this to occur, effective planning, project management, and transparent communication is required. Additionally, a study by the Navigant Construction Forum states “average rework on projects can cost between 7.3%

Contractors 98

Contractors Drawings Software Software 98

Fieldwire

APRIL 11, 2022

Insufficient supervision – Experienced supervisors are not present to oversee work. Inadequate quality management – Quality control (QC), quality assurance (QA) and monitoring are not sufficiently conducted to identify issues before rework is required. Design and fabrication issues can be mitigated when identified early in the project.

Schedule 98

Schedule Fabrication Construction Budgeting 98

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 19, 2017

An open, objective, independent and verifiable JOC Cost Estimating, Project Management, and Document Management System for real property owners, architects, contractors, facilities management, and oversight groups. Line item modifiers are also presented to further enhance data value.

Contract 100

Contract Life Cycle Renovating Management 100

Lets Build

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

The new normality that was violently introduced not only to our industry but also to our societies, due to COVID-19, calls for a new approach around project management. Reworks can consume between 7% to 15% of the total budget in new construction. But it shouldn’t be like that. Source: McKinsey & Company.

Industrial 167

Industrial Construction Project Management Claims 167

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 15, 2018

Not Time and Materials, not cost-plus-fee, not Construction Manager @ Risk…. • Incentive to perform efficiently. JOC contractors strive for: • Fast Delivery • High Quality • No Change Orders • No Warranty Hassles • Maximize budgets. Focus limited staff and budgets on mission critical and priority needs. OpenJOC Benefits.

Contract 100

Contract Change Orders Procurement Estimating 100

Help Everybody Everyday

AUGUST 21, 2020

Maybe one example win theme would read like this: “Our patented gobbledegook process can cut time off your schedule and reduce ACME University’s library project costs. In fact, we used this process to deliver NextDoor University’s library project ahead of schedule and $3M under budget.”

Budgeting 72

Budgeting Budget Schedule Project Management 72

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

Note, also, that there is no further breakdown of the project management element as would be the case in a true WBS. ” – GAO Report, 2009 via www.4bt.us For example, it would be normal for the individual floors to be identified and the appropriate work packages for each floor selected from the appropriate MasterFormat sections.

Estimating 218

Estimating CSI Life Cycle Construction 218

Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Many companies find that the budget required to bring necessary focus to technology security, can be very elusive, and the user experience is often in opposition to security “best practices.” As a principal with FMI , Gregg specializes in the areas of productivity and project management.

Industrial 227

Industrial Contractors Consulting Florida 227

CivilJungle

APRIL 13, 2022

Set a Budget. For doing a successful project, we first need to plan our budget well. To spend money on the project should make a strategy to protect ourselves from dealing with overpayments and other unforeseen expenses. The budget includes taxes, down payments, and labor and building material costs. Furnishing.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Budget Zoning Materials 52

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 11, 2017

There are many reasons to adopt integrated construction software , including flexibility, organization, and project management. In an effort to increase your profit margin, it’s imperative to accurately estimate labor hours, budgets, and costs without wasting time or money. It should be a part of your strategy to win more bids.

Estimating 130

Estimating Bidding Viewpoint Construction 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Unfortunately, construction project success is not a given. In fact, surveys show that construction projects routinely come in over budget. According to the same source, a mere quarter of projects came within 10% of their deadlines (and not on the favorable side of that date). And timelines?

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Documentation Schedule Budgeting 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 4, 2024

You create fancy animations and visualisations of the built assets coming to life, ultimately presenting a relatively low-fidelity model of the asset you’re creating. However, 4D construction sequencing adds a crucial component of the formula for project management success – time. But it can be so much more.

Construction 116

Construction Resource BIM Modeling 116

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 10, 2017

The primary focus of any “best practice” Job Order Contract” is to develop, support, and manage long term win-win relationships between Owners and Contractors, resulting in quality construction projects delivered on-time, on-budget to the satisfaction of all participants. o Export to Excel, PDF.

Consulting 100

Consulting Estimating Contract Management 100

Lets Build

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

All construction projects rely on a long chain of stakeholders that have to work together and communicate in a seamless way so that the scheduled tasks are completed on time and on budget. Of course, everyone in the industry knows that it is almost impossible to go through a construction project without experiencing any kind of delays.

Site 148

Site Construction Claims Schedule 148

Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 7, 2017

From project management to estimating, Viewpoint helps companies like yours be successful in many ways. Our suite of software makes it easy to professionally present yourself and keep tabs on jobs, equipment, and team members.

Construction 130

Construction Insurance Employment Viewpoint 130