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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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 18, 2018

Plus, they need to make sure all parts of a job are executed according to plan, both in terms of cost and schedule. 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. The results: Excel (72%).

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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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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 10, 2022

Project managers have always taken critical roles on construction projects. Over my career, I’ve worked as a project engineer, BIM coordinator, and MEP manager. Yet, undoubtedly the role of construction project managers is evolving. The Current Role of Project Managers in Construction.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 19, 2022

Wilson into PlanGrid Unlimited but also started explaining this new construction management software that we hadn’t released yet–Autodesk Build. We were discussing the gaps they wanted to close in their project management process. The breakthroughs that turned Project Managers into Autodesk Build enthusiasts.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of the construction industry, where precision meets creativity and innovation, effective marketing strategies are paramount for attracting top-tier talent across diverse construction job categories. Project Managers Responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects.

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cnstrctr

AUGUST 10, 2019

When I first started my career in the construction industry I had no idea what a construction project manager was or did. So what exactly is a construction project manager and what do they do on a project? They manage the trades, financials, schedule, quality and administration.

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Lets Build

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

The same issues plaguing the industry last year—labour shortages, supply chain disruptions, high material costs, lower profit margins, etc.—followed 2023 also brings more unpredictability for company execs and project managers, making managing schedules, budgets, and timelines challenging. followed us into 2023.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Develop a Detailed Plan A detailed plan is the foundation of any successful construction project. Your construction plan should include clear goals, schedule, budget, equipment, dependencies, and team members. Ensure you incorporate all the details from the initial stages of the project to the final construction phase.

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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. As reported by McKinsey and Company, an average project in construction is expected to experience a minimum 20-month delay and an 80% budget overrun. Read more: How to reduce construction delays by more than 20%.

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Lets Build

MARCH 19, 2021

Do you work in projects with a lot of repetition (e.g. Then, you should already know how important it is to keep all your project schedules connected. Many project managers tell us that they have to spend over 6 hours a week creating and maintaining different schedules (e.g. apartments, hospitals, roadwork)?

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HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As anyone in the commercial construction industry knows, reliable, responsive, and skilled subcontractors are the lifeblood of our business. That’s why the leadership team at Englewood has put such priority on building, vetting, and nurturing a 20,000+ tier-one network of experienced and project-tested subcontractors over the last 22+ years.

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Lets Build

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

For many players in construction, the industry needs to change the way stakeholders communicate and, by extension, collaborate with each other. Free ebook: Why WhatsApp and Excel aren’t enough for running complex construction projects. 30% rework rate: Rework is also hurting the industry. Let’s talk numbers.

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Lets Build

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

The Myth about Scheduling Software In the construction industry, people often assume that a construction scheduling software is a basic planning tool that helps managers construct pretty tables in order to present them in meetings with various stakeholders. I will be frank here and say that there is so much.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Top Resources for Construction Project Managers. “If If you’re looking for a relaxing profession, choose construction management.” – said no experienced construction project manager ever. The job can be stressful as it continually keeps project managers on their toes. Key Takeaways.

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Construction Equipment

JANUARY 21, 2015

The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) Foundation will host two professional development courses in March—the Project Management Academy (PMA) and P6 Scheduling Academy—to help both new and experienced transportation construction industry professionals better manage their firm’s projects.'

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Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

The construction industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation as it embraces the digital age. Due to the quick adoption of new tools and technologies, keeping competitive and being successful in the current environment of the construction industry are now closely related to implementing technological innovations.

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Lets Build

JANUARY 21, 2021

How can you seamlessly connect your project schedule to the site? In other words, a digital tool that is tailored to the needs of the construction industry. Many project managers rely on WhatsApp and Excel for their communication with the field. They lack a real-time link to the schedule. The reason?

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Carol Hagen

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

Update September 27, 2010: Project Manager views Job Alerts on iPad using Corecon Mobile. Update: Project Manager uses iPhone to access construction documentation. Construction Project Managers main line of communication is their mobile device. Schedules. What’s missing? Google – Android.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Project Manager Workloads: How Much Is Enough? One example is our “Saved Day Calculator,” which measures the full impact of a schedule day. Note: Front-line field superintendents are known by many names, but for this column, I’ll refer to them as project managers or PMs. Sun, 12/12/2021 - 12:54. Scott Sedam.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Do you successfully finish your projects ahead of schedule and under assigned budget? Good project management skills are essential for any project manager. No matter what industry you work in, there is always some project management best practices imperative for your organization’s success.

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HardHatChat

MARCH 26, 2024

Over the past 20+ years, with 2500 completed commercial construction projects, we have learned that it takes more than a great price to win a bid. Our national retail, restaurant, hospitality, senior living, industrial, and automotive clients are very clear about what factors they look for when it comes time to award a project.

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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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Lets Build

JULY 8, 2022

In many respects, the answer to the question “How has COVID affected the construction industry?” Because this was internationally viewed as an essential industry, often taking place outside, construction companies and their staff were able to resume something approaching normal working conditions surprisingly rapidly.

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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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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 26, 2018

Technology coming to the construction industry isn’t a new topic. We’ve recently seen increases in mobile technology on the jobsite , drones , technology for project management and plenty of other tools that can change the way contractors work. Wearables at Work: Why Enterprise Usage Is Outshining Consumer Usage.

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Construction Equipment

JANUARY 2, 2018

And yet, we had some significant shifts this year, most notably PMI releasing the sixth edition of “A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge” ( PMBOK® Guide ), alongside the Agile Practice Guide. Here are five trends that project managers should be watching out for in 2018. But let’s look forward.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

As technology companies attempt to capitalize on the unspoiled market, the industry is becoming infiltrated with a slew of enticing new options. Innovative project management and scheduling software, building information modeling (BIM), lean tools, value stream mapping (VSM) and 3-D printing are flooding the market.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Chris Walker, VDC Project Manager at The PENTA Building Group, exemplifies this trait incredibly well. As for me, I’m in the VDC department, specializing in construction management, BIM, and construction technology. Walk us through your career and what led you to become VDC Project Manager.

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Lets Build

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

You need to always be one step ahead of your project manager and communicate critical issues to them before they turn into threats to the project. Free ebook: Why WhatsApp and Excel aren’t enough for running complex construction projects. Read also: 10 helpful tips for project managers. The reason?

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Lets Build

OCTOBER 21, 2022

However, because construction sites are complex and no two projects are the same, bottlenecks are a common issue in the industry, resulting in costly delays no matter the project’s size or scale. Let’s explore the best ways to prevent major bottlenecks in your construction projects. Labour management.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 29, 2022

Favorable construction outcomes are rooted in strong project management practices. When teams can stay on top of multiple project components—including timelines, scheduling, budget, and client relationships—they’re much more likely to deliver successful projects. Take out new Project and Cost Master Class.

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Lets Build

MARCH 10, 2023

Companies worldwide use data to make better decisions, predict future outcomes, and improve their efficiency— and the construction industry is no exception. Collecting and managing the right data allows them to make better decisions, improve efficiency, and productivity, and build quality. Our world is powered by data.

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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.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

JANUARY 30, 2016

firm providing scheduling training in Honolulu last week reminded me of the struggles most midsize contractors face when submitting an Initial Project Schedule (IPS) to NAVFAC or the Army Corps of Engineers. Most contractors produce a simple bar chart in MS Project for their typical jobs and aren’t familiar with P6.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

As technology companies attempt to capitalize on the unspoiled market, the industry is becoming infiltrated with a slew of enticing new options. Innovative project management and scheduling software, building information modeling (BIM), lean tools, value stream mapping (VSM) and 3-D printing are flooding the market.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

While many businesspeople swear by hard work and technical proficiency as the key ingredients of success, within the construction industry, there is a broader understanding that success is built on more than just structural expertise and hard work.

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