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.

Project Management 349

Project Management Commercial Management Construction 349

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 7, 2019

Effectively managing the materials on jobsites with modern software can have a significant impact on contractors bottom lines. Every built environment turns raw materials into polished projects. But along the way, those material costs can start to add up, especially if the materials aren’t procured and managed properly.

Materials 205

Materials Software Software Project Management 205

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. Collaborate with clients, construction managers, and other professionals to bring architectural visions to life.

Construction 315

Construction Project Management Electrical Safety 315

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.

Project Management 98

Project Management Management Construction Budgeting 98

Fieldwire

MARCH 5, 2024

Estimating project costs correctly and managing the budget accordingly are just as vital. All subcontractors make project cost estimation and budgeting errors. Follow these eight essential steps to estimate project costs and budget funds effectively to prevent grave miscalculations.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Budget Estimating Bidding 52

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 271

Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 19, 2024

When K-12 School Leaders do reach a point where their District’s need for improvements is beyond what their operating budget can cover, they need to organize a team of professionals to set them up for building success. The AE/CM team then assists the District to identify the full scope, budget, and financial resources for their needs.

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Plans Bidding Budgeting Budget 127

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). Safety and Risk Management Safety and risk management are paramount in the construction industry.

Innovation 254

Innovation Construction Safety Budgeting 254

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

However, it has been worth the effort to develop a thorough vetting process and understanding of what works best for our clients and the type of projects we manage. This has allowed us to perform at a high level, ensuring quality finished products, a maintained schedule, and being mindful of the budget. It matters.

Commercial 295

Commercial Construction Schedule US 295

Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

The term construction project management can be used to describe a vast number of tasks, roles and responsibilities. Additionally, the basics and essentials of budgeting, finance, organisation, scheduling, conflicts, and legal issues are also covered by the project manager. Construction Management 101. The basics.

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Project Management Management Construction Feasibility 148

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

So what’s the key to managing increased stakeholder involvement and logistical challenges? It starts with efficient project management processes. With this in mind, let's shed light on best practices and tools that can help you keep all the balls in the air as well as level up your project management game in 2024 and beyond.

Project Management 80

Project Management Management Autodesk Schedule 80

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

It’s not uncommon in the construction industry for teams to work with subcontractors or materials suppliers from different countries. With the possibility of materials pricing rising, especially in today’s market, this presents risk due to currency exchange rate fluctuations. . As actual (realized) costs come in (e.g.,

Autodesk 98

Autodesk Management Change Orders Forecasting 98

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 25, 2022

This process virtually assures the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects on time and on budget. Furthermore, locally researched unit price books are available for preventive maintenance also, complete with labor and material costs and a complete check list for each task!

Contract 240

Contract Change Orders Bidding Budgeting 240

Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

During this step/phase, the final drawings, selection of your construction team, a confirmed maximum budget, and confirmed schedule are finalized to be construction ready. We also gain all permit approvals, get materials ordered, and trade contractors scheduled for construction to commence at this time.

Commercial 126

Commercial Drawings Bidding Budgeting 126

Construction Specifier

APRIL 13, 2023

The construction industry faces a myriad of challenges, such as completing projects on schedule, ensuring the quality and safety of products and materials, overseeing the costs so they do not exceed the budget, and complying with corporate environmental and social responsibility standards; all while applying effective risk management at every step.

Materials 52

Materials Products Inspections Foundation 52

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.

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Project Management Management Concrete Foundation 242

Lets Build

MARCH 10, 2023

Collecting and managing the right data allows them to make better decisions, improve efficiency, and productivity, and build quality. In an industry where large chunks of our budgets are spent on labour and materials, we benefit from every opportunity to decrease our costs, improve our efficiency, and minimise our material waste.

Construction 147

Construction Site Schedule Management 147

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

When it comes to large construction projects, the last thing a contractor wants to deal with is a costly mistake that will cause them to absorb the repair costs into their budgets. Instead of the installed panels lasting for 100 years, water would be able to penetrate the concrete to deteriorate the materials at a faster rate.

Management 105

Management Construction Documentation Schedule 105

Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2023

What’s your biggest fear as a construction project manager? Disputes, delays, cost or schedule overruns ? One of the most significant risks that construction project managers face is disputes. By keeping detailed daily construction reports, project managers can provide evidence that can help resolve disputes promptly.

Project Management 146

Project Management Construction Site Management 146

Lets Build

AUGUST 4, 2023

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. Real-time communication Communication between teams and workers is essential, and the software allows project managers to centralise all project communications.

Software 78

Software Software Construction Budgeting 78

Wolgast Corporation

MAY 8, 2024

Your building department will include an architect, estimator, project manager, project supervisor, project assistant and promoter to complete the following Design-Build Construction phases. In the meantime, you’ll meet with your new project manager who’ll plan the schedule with you all while having your end date in mind.

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Design Bidding Project Management Construction 62

Lets Build

AUGUST 4, 2023

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. Real-time communication Communication between teams and workers is essential, and the software allows project managers to centralise all project communications.

Software 78

Software Software Construction Budgeting 78

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Other than increasing material prices, workforce shortages are a significant driving factor which is likely to keep construction inflation at higher-than-normal levels. Managing costs, removing waste, and increasing productivity should be top priorities for organisations wanting to overcome rising costs due to construction inflation.

Construction 148

Construction Materials Risk Management 148

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 27, 2017

List of Facilities Management Key Performance Indicators / Metrics: (1) Thermal comfort (e.g. 10) Actual costs within budgeted costs. (11) 15) Percentage of maintenance material cost. (16) 30) Scheduling intensity. (31) 42) Quality of scheduling. (43) 43) Schedule realization rate. (44) reverberation). (4)

Management 100

Management Security Schedule Equipment 100

Stok

OCTOBER 25, 2019

As stok’s Project Management team , this question comes across our desks at a steady cadence. As a firm that provides integrated Construction Management and Sustainability Consulting , we have insight into how to prepare for a sustainability pursuit and how to manage expectations along the way. 3: Schedule.

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FAQ Project Management Sustainability Management 64

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Waste is rampant to the extent that 80% or more of all projects are late, over-budget, and/or poorly completed to the dissatisfaction of participants and stakeholders. Supporting robust processes, tools, and training are readily available to assure on-time, on-budget, and quality outcomes 90%+ of the time.

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Renovating Procurement Budgeting Budget 212

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 21, 2023

At its core, BIM represents an all-encompassing strategy for creating and managing information about a built asset. Remember, BIM is all about creating and managing the information of buildings. These components include schedule, cost, operations, and more. Scheduling 4D BIM adds the dimension of time to the 3D BIM model.

BIM 98

BIM Modeling Schedule Visualization 98

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

Locally researched labor, material, equipment, and productivity data is essential in the devlopement of a credible construction cost estimate. However, multiple studies/reports note that available and proven best management practices have not been implemented on a widespread basis. ENR economic index, etc.)

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Estimating CSI Life Cycle Construction 217

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.

Industrial 148

Industrial Construction Profitability Budgeting 148

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

How to Manage Risk in Your Construction Project. According to The Construction Industry Institute , there are about 107 construction risks you should consider when managing a project. Regardless, a solid risk management strategy is critical to the security of your company and project. What is Construction Risk Management?

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Risk Management Construction Documentation 59

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Great teams of people working collaboratively toward mutually beneficial goals while sharing current actionable information on an early and ongoing basis is the ONLY path to the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects on time and on budget. . Here what doesn’t work… #1.

Industrial 130

Industrial Renovating Procurement Bidding 130

Fieldwire

AUGUST 2, 2023

The common misconception is that only big companies with flexible budgets can afford it, but that’s not true. Here are five steps construction managers should take to successfully implement new technology. Integrating tech in small doses will make the learning curve more manageable for your employees. About 59.9%

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Management Certification Construction Education 52

Stok

JUNE 27, 2018

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. To start, here are key considerations to take when creating the Master Schedule, prioritized by stok’s Project Managers : 1.

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Schedule Foundation Project Management Budgeting 40

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 15, 2021

All the tools and support services to implement and manage LEAN Job Order Contracting for any public sector organization are now available within the 4BT-PEP JOC Knowledge-based Information Management System. Schedule a 15-minute introductory call , or visit www.4bt.us. Outcomes your organization cares about. Learn more?

Contract 220

Contract Procurement Estimating Management 220

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. Accurate estimating ensures there is always enough money for materials, wages, and more. Stay on top of schedules and budgets to avoid delays. Subcontractor schedules. This is an easy fix.

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Viewpoint Construction Schedule Estimating 220

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.

Software 157

Software Software Construction Budgeting 157

Lets Build

JULY 22, 2022

Manage opportunities and risk to maximise return on investment. Target value delivery essentially flips the traditional design and delivery process upside down—instead of the design determining the cost, the project’s scope informs the budget, which, in turn, determines the design. This brings us to target value delivery.

Construction 148

Construction Risk Budgeting Budget 148