Fieldwire

AUGUST 6, 2023

In this guest blog post for Fieldwire, Patrick Hogan explains five common challenges project managers face on construction projects. Each construction project poses unique challenges — this is why construction project managers have distinct roles and responsibilities to fulfill from project to project.

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Lets Build

JUNE 23, 2023

What do your construction KPIs look like? Your construction KPIs should do more than measure a project’s health—they should show you where profit and productivity are dropping, why they’re dropping, and how to fix the issue. No one wants a project full of change orders and rework.

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Lets Build

JUNE 23, 2023

What do your construction KPIs look like? Your construction KPIs should do more than measure a project’s health—they should show you where profit and productivity are dropping, why they’re dropping, and how to fix the issue. No one wants a project full of change orders and rework.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 10, 2022

Project managers have always taken critical roles on construction projects. Yet, undoubtedly the role of construction project managers is evolving. Driven by new business models, emerging technology, and shifts in the workforce, it’s vital for today’s project managers to prepare for change and embrace the future.

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Levelset

MARCH 16, 2022

Undertaking a large construction project is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. Instead of looking at the project as one big job, it’s possible to break almost every project down into individual phases of construction. Once a construction project is finally taking shape, it hits the performance and monitoring phase. .

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Construction Marketing Ideas

FEBRUARY 16, 2015

Tempest Company ‘s Oh, By the Way blog , started six years ago by Don Short, has provided invaluable tips and ideas for anyone concerned with the most important challenge in bidding fixed price jobs — getting the original estimate right. Short’s blog, indeed, is a worthy entry in the 2015 Best Construction Blog competition.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 6, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « 3 Tips for Better Construction Fleet Fuel Management. My take on this idea is very simple: Stay Hungry. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? INSURANCE |.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 10, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Linked-Tweet-Book-In-Face » Construction Biz Group a Success. Ideas start flowing and problems are solved. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? INSURANCE |.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 17, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « Got (Construction) Apps? Choosing a Cloud Host: Data Security » Ergonomics and Construction. Tags: construction safety , ergonomics. INSURANCE |. EQUIPMENT |.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 24, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. As he was telling me about his experience, I started thinking about silos in our clients’ construction businesses. INSURANCE |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Software & Technology.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 25, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. The (Construction) Telephone Game » Are you part of the 30%? Even one new idea can be worth its weight in gold…but that’s just my opinion. Top 5 Trends in Construction Software.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Podcasts are now an essential medium for sharing information, and experts across the construction industry share their wisdom every day with listeners interested in growing a construction business, learning about the latest construction trends and technology, and building their understanding of construction law and finance.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Overseeing large and complex construction projects requires quite a bit of skill and experience. Mike White , Director of Design and Construction at North Point Hospitality (NPH) , is one individual who possesses these traits and abilities. Walk us through your career and what led you to become Director of Design and Construction.

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Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Now construction professionals use smart phones extensively to complete their tasks in jobsite. Various Apple or Android Apps are used to accomplish all the tasks like Construction Daily Log, Estimating, Operations and Tasks management, Equipment Inspection etc. associated with the construction.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 20, 2023

6 Easy Ways to Improve Construction Punch Lists At some point, no matter how much of a joy (or hell) it’s been, every project must come to an end. But as most steps in construction, it’s easier said than done. What Is a Construction Punch List? The construction punch list, also known as a snag list in the U.K.,

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 5, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « New Year’s Resolutions for Construction Management. Simplified Decision Making – Getting People and Processes In Order » 3 New Year’s Resolutions for Construction Operations.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 20, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. It probably comes as no surprise that I’m a bit of a technology geek, after all, I do develop construction software for a living. Construction Connectivity – Can you hear me now?

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 29, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « Marketing Your Construction Business. The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM) » Lessons in Construction Leadership. INSURANCE |. EQUIPMENT |.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 29, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « Lessons in Construction Leadership. The Business of Construction Risk Management » The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM). INSURANCE |. EQUIPMENT |.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 24, 2021

But Platinum Homes was losing money on change orders from demanding clients. 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!”. In BuildTools, Molthan has found exactly the solution he needed.

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Levelset

MARCH 11, 2022

And any savings on paper are usually lost mid-way through the project in change orders. It’s time to re-educate the construction industry and reframe the “low bid wins” philosophy. Owners or developers frequently push for the low-bid procurement method in construction. But that is almost always a bad idea.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « The (Construction) Telephone Game. So You Want to Buy New Construction Software » Construction Software – Is it Time to Buy? INSURANCE |. EQUIPMENT |.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « Why Construction-Specific Accounting Software Costs More than Generic Accounting Software. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? change orders.

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Stok

JANUARY 22, 2019

Progressing the exercise from blue sky to implementable, these ideas are distilled into a report and action list that outlines the reasoning behind rejected and pursued elements that were revealed during the process, along with action items and additional analysis. What are the benefits of an IDP Charrette?

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 6, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Let me know if any of you have done this before or have any ideas for putting together a stress test model for the construction industry. Top 5 Trends in Construction Software.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 1, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. 3 Tips for Better Construction Fleet Fuel Management » Cloud Computing Basics: The Internet as a Utility. cloud computing) is going to bring us closer to that idea. change orders.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

When they do, it’s not enough to simply watch it fade away through the rearview mirror; you have to make sure all the i’s have been dotted and the t’s have been crossed—and that means a construction punch list. But as most steps in construction, it’s easier said than done. What Is a Construction Punch List?

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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. Below, let’s take a look at the 12 critical skills of successful construction project managers. Key Takeaways.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

JANUARY 17, 2018

Contractors may benefit in making a small equity investment in the projects they construct. The financial benefit can arise from the investment itself and from improved understanding and communication with the owner during construction itself. So the idea went out of fashion. But maybe it is time to revisit the idea.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 19, 2013

We are happy to be able to offer free Invoice templates, free Change Order templates and free estimate templates to construction contractors and other business owners to help them grow their sales and profits and have better lives for their families. As friends we exchange emails and ideas to assist one another.

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Building Information Management

DECEMBER 6, 2014

I recently read a blog from a great colleague of mine about IPD for small construction projects. My colleagues response was “The idea that Integrated Project Delivery is only appropriate for large projects is one that most people believe, but that I absolutely reject.” than new construction! ” and I agree!

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Construction Cost Estimating

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

Recently the global construction industry has witnessed great technological evolution. Several useful applications emerges out which can make your construction project management process superior from project planning to achievement. The following are some newest applications useful for effective construction project management.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Why Choosing the Right Delivery Method Matters in Construction. Although construction and car services are two very different industries, the same sentiments are valued; the journey is just as important as the end result. That’s why choosing the right project delivery method is an important first step before construction begins.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 29, 2022

A good purchasing professional must understand the construction process, local building codes, risk management, the enterprise resource planning system, schedules, the installing trades in a given market and the materials they use, alternative materials that could be used, their cost drivers, and so on—all while being an excellent negotiator.

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Building Information Management

AUGUST 11, 2015

As a result, more facilities and government agencies are turning to job order contracting (JOC) to support their construction, renovation and repair efforts. More funds applied to construction work instead of administration of RFPs. All the dollars saved on procurement can be saved or go toward construction efforts.

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Building Information Management

AUGUST 11, 2015

As a result, more facilities and government agencies are turning to job order contracting (JOC) to support their construction, renovation and repair efforts. More funds applied to construction work instead of administration of RFPs. All the dollars saved on procurement can be saved or go toward construction efforts.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 18, 2013

We offer the following list of root causes for the extremely high rate of construction company failure which has accelerated beginning in 2009 and continuing as of June, 2013 when this article was written. We do not ask you to change who you are but rather encourage you to do what you do best and outsource the rest.

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