Avoid Common Budgeting Mistakes with Construction Software
The Constructor
JANUARY 20, 2022
As a construction project manager, your primary task is to oversee the scope, budget, and timeline. Making a mistake with your construction budget.
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Sage Estimating to Vista Exporting Tool
Cassell Construction Estimating
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Intorducing The New Sage Estimating To Vista Exporting Tool Quickly convert your sage estimates into a viewpoint vista project management budget Works with the sage estimating versions 9.8
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All You Need To Know About Construction Project Management To Get Started
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? .
Maximising ROI with construction project execution software
Lets Build
AUGUST 4, 2023
Getting your project off on the right foot can minimize bottlenecks and breakdowns down the road and ensure successful deliverables. To that end, project managers need to invest in the right construction project execution software to oversee the entire phase, track progress, and coordinate teams.
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Maximising ROI with construction project execution software
Lets Build
AUGUST 4, 2023
Getting your project off on the right foot can minimize bottlenecks and breakdowns down the road and ensure successful deliverables. To that end, project managers need to invest in the right construction project execution software to oversee the entire phase, track progress, and coordinate teams.
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Top 5 Challenges for Construction Project Managers
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.
Construction project management 101 – Checklist
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. The basics.
Construction in the Digital Age: Embracing Innovative Tools for Successful Business
Construction Marketing
MAY 17, 2023
These tools enable construction professionals to rethink every aspect of project planning, execution, and collaboration, whether it be through the use of project management software, virtual reality (VR), or building information modeling (BIM).
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A Guide to Selecting the Right Construction Software
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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Construction Estimating Made Easy
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 11, 2017
There are many reasons to adopt integrated construction software , including flexibility, organization, and project management. Using a web- or cloud-based software solution is also the best way to increase your estimate accuracy and improve profitability. Estimating digital takeoff.
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8 Benefits of Using Web-Based Software in Construction
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 4, 2017
Web-based software has changed the face of the construction industry. Large or small, construction jobs can be made easier with the right support system, especially when it comes to management software. Below are eight benefits to using web-based software, which keeps you and your crews flexible, accurate, and efficient.
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5 Reasons to Use Mechanical Contractor Software
Pro Builder
APRIL 19, 2021
5 Reasons to Use Mechanical Contractor Software. The construction industry has gone through an extensive transformation, and technology has completely changed the concept of how to drive more quality, productivity, and profit into projects. Here are five reasons to use mechanical contractor software: 1) Drawing & Design Planning.
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FOUR PHASES OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
There are four phases of project management which are required to manage projects efficiently on quality, time and costs. Defining and organizing the project: Defining project is the first step in the project management process. Always remember, Quality = Time + Cost.
4BT Job Order Contract Enterprise Management System
Job Order Contracting
JULY 12, 2023
4BT Job Order Contract Enterprise Management System Program Management o Ability to roll up program, project, and workorder schedule, resource and budget data o Multi-year, multi-contractor, multi-UPB, project management o Capture initial planning and detailed Scope of Work requirements o Track variance from cost and schedule baselines across the (..)
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Meet the New Cassell Consulting: Your Partner in Construction Technology
Cassell Construction Estimating
OCTOBER 20, 2023
After more than 25 years of continued success providing our clients with Construction Technology Consulting Services, Cassell Consulting is expanding our capabilities to offer even more value to our Construction clientele.
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Behind the Build: Interview with Emerson Smith, Assistant Project Manager at Donohoe Construction Company
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. I started as an estimating intern here at Donohoe.
The Most Common Reasons Construction Projects Are Delayed
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. Estimates get thrown off, rush fees ensue, and general disdain for the job can surface. Keep your construction project from hitting a standstill with the right software and planning.
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7 Mistakes a Seasoned Estimator Knows Not to Make
Autodesk Construction Cloud
OCTOBER 27, 2022
It’s important not to overlook the importance of comprehensive budgets and estimates when companies are working under immense pressure to get work done on time and for a profit. As an estimator, there are things you need to be picky about. Working solely or primarily out of spreadsheets leaves your estimates prone to error.
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Improve your project management and estimating skills with newly launched cloud based estimating & project management applications
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.
Trimble makes an integration among all its estimating software applications
Construction Cost Estimating
AUGUST 1, 2013
Trimble just introduces software data assimilation aptitude connecting its all planning, estimating and management software applications. These newly launched products will facilitate the general and building contractors to retain their projects on track, on schedule, and within budget. Proliance 5.5
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What Causes Construction Project Delays?
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 23, 2019
Working with cloud-based, integrated construction software can keep everyone on the same page by providing equipment, materials and worker status visibility, project progress and productivity and timeline transparency — all in real time. This helps contractors complete their construction deliverables on time and within budget.
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The Main Benefits Of Construction Management Software
Lets Build
AUGUST 3, 2017
From sales management techniques to accounting software, we have digitized and automated our work to a level where we require very less man power. With a large construction project taking years to complete, digitizing a few processes, might get the work done faster and better. are solved with construction software.
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Top 10 ERP Solutions for Construction Firms
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 19, 2019
Business management software like ERP is built to handle this—but who can deliver? To answer this question, we’ve partnered with analysts and technology experts, the Business Software Education Center , to explore the top ERP solutions for growing construction firms. Who’s Delivering ERP Solutions for Construction?
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WHAT IS PROJECT MANAGEMENT?
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
WHAT IS PROJECT MANAGEMENT? Tweet A project is a set of interrelated activities, usually involving a group of people working together toward a common goal or objective over a period of time. Not surprisingly, project management requires strong organizational, budgeting, staffing, controlling, and communication skills.
Free download project cost estimate and budge template
Construction Cost Estimating
DECEMBER 18, 2017
Download Project Cost Estimator Excel Template at free of cost to work out the Project Cost or Project Budget to pass on to your client. It is a vital template in Project Management and often it is indicated as budget, cost effort estimation or cost analysis excel template.
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40 Technology Adoption in the Construction Industry
Viewpoint Construction Technology
DECEMBER 20, 2017
As we approach the end of 2017, it shouldn’t surprise anyone that digital technology and software adoption is happening in almost every industry. The report also estimates that the productivity gap in construction costs the global economy $1.6 Only 25 percent of construction projects are completed on time, and those delays cost money.
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These 5 essential traits in your team are the secret to a successful construction project
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.
Breaking Down Silos for Better Construction Collaboration
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
For example, in most construction organizations, a project manager is responsible for ensuring a job stays on budget. In many cases, though, this person isn’t involved in the process of setting that budget. In cases like this, management may need to rethink the way the company holds people accountable.
Why Projects Fail
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 13, 2020
The ability to successfully account for and manage change during a project lies in an organization’s leadership and level of maturity relative to its strategies, processes, goals, and resources. This is why, at the end of the day, leadership and organizational leadership are the primary cause of endemic project failure.
The Secret Sauce to Protecting Construction Profits
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. Decisions made using “bad data” are estimated to cost the industry $88.69 That’s just factoring in reported rework and direct expenses.
Latest software for estimating & designing architectural projects
Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 15, 2012
Construction Cost Estimating Blog. Latest software for estimating & designing architectural projects. Estimating for architect is required to find out the price of projects before the commencement of bidding process. The software can easily customize your design with basic floor plan.
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LEAN Job Order Contracting
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 22, 2018
Manage estimates, budgets and forecasts. Accurately estimate and manage LEAN construction programs and associated renovation, repair, and minor new construction projects. Clearly communicate work and project scope, deliver detailed line item estimates, and maintain operational efficiency and compliance.
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Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 18, 2012
Construction Cost Estimating Blog. Some exclusive software for construction cost estimating. D4COST is a professional preliminary cost estimating system useful for preliminary, conceptual design development square foot cost estimates as well as cost feasibility, valuation study, or budget. Estimate Master.
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Cassell Construction Estimating
JULY 14, 2015
Partnership leads to an exciting software integration: Sage to Procore Interface. Vancouver, WA July 13, 2015: Cassell Consulting announces our Sage Estimating to Procore Interface will be released in August. provides cloud-based construction software to clients across the globe. Procore Technologies, Inc.
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6 Common Causes of Cost Overruns in Construction Projects
Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 3, 2021
How Proper Planning Can Help Keep Your Project on Budget. It’s safe to say that cost overruns in construction projects have become an industry-wide status quo. In fact, according to a study from KPMG, just 31% of all projects came within 10% of the budget in the past 3 years. Inaccurate Project Estimates.
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Monitoring Your Financial Position to Succeed in the Construction Industry
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 23, 2018
In fact, there are numerous examples which show that irrespective of the hard work and precision which is put into place for each and every project, failure to pair this with an effective construction accounting and expense control strategy which drives back-end decision making, can be the difference between success and failure.
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How to survive and overcome inflation and rising construction costs
Lets Build
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Contractors must communicate changes in costs and delivery dates, managers need to communicate about constraints and challenges , and construction executives should model a transparent culture of communication to set the tone from day one. Further reading: 5 tips to improve construction workforce management 6.
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HardHatChat
OCTOBER 18, 2016
A big part of that is because the CFO and financial team take on the invoicing, billing, accounts payable and receivable, keeping track of the suppliers and subcontractors, and facilitating project close-out in a timely fashion. Pre-Construction Services. This team’s work could also include initial site visits and evaluations.
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Job Order Contract Task Order
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 28, 2017
As a the most widely used LEAN construction delivery method, Job Order Contracting can deliver multiple benefits, including the consistent delivery of over 90% of projects on-time, on-budget, and to the satisfaction of all participants and stakeholders. budget and confirms funding availability. Contractor creates estimate.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 26, 2012
MANAGEMENT |. SOFTWARE |. General Management. Software & Technology. People Management. Equipment Management. Customer Collaboration & Construction Software » Staying Focused in the Fight Against Profit Fade. Know the Contract and Budget. Was your initial estimate off?
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Building Strong Starts: Protecting Profit Margins Through Effective Preconstruction
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JUNE 8, 2023
Many things can happen during this period, and project teams often face complications like design creep and price increases, which negatively impact budgets and schedules. Connect the design phases with downstream tasks like scoping, estimating , and buyout by ensuring data flows smoothly into these various processes.
What Is a Change Order?
Autodesk Construction Cloud
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
According to some estimates, an average of 35% of projects experience at least one major change throughout the life of the project. When it’s requested, you can’t tell a project owner no and you can’t simply ignore the change; you have to find a solution (and fast). Faulty budgets and schedules.
The Unique Challenges of Procurement Planning for Construction Companies
ProcurementExpress.com
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
How ProcurementExpress.com Helps Construction Teams Manage Purchases Across Different Budgets–click here to access the full list. Multiple Projects at Once. Different projects require specific materials and often involve working with several subcontractors. Project Management. Estimation tool.
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Construction Project Management Software: Choosing the Best Solution
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JUNE 18, 2022
Table of Contents: What is Construction Management Software? The Benefits of Construction Management Software. Key Features to Look for in Construction Project Management Software. Use Cases for Construction PM Software. How to Choose the Best Construction Management Software.
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