Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 10, 2018

Only 25 percent of construction projects are finished within 10 percent of their original deadlines, and 35 percent of costs in the construction industry can be attributed to material waste and rework. Delays and change orders are pretty standard, but that doesn’t make them any less stressful for those involved in a project.

Software 217

Software Software South Carolina Change Orders 217

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 10, 2018

Although historically the construction industry has been slow to go digital , times are changing. There’s an industry transformation happening in construction, driven by modern technology, and these changes are significantly elevating construction management.

Management 217

Management Viewpoint Construction Software 217

Pro Builder

APRIL 19, 2021

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. 2) Time & Productivity Management. 5) Material Planning & Document Management. Mon, 04/19/2021 - 06:00. 3) Estimating.

Software 52

Software Software Contractors Change Orders 52

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

This lack of effective communication and collaboration can be the downfall of a business, especially in the construction industry, where tight deadlines and razor-thin profit margins rule the day. For example, in most construction organizations, a project manager is responsible for ensuring a job stays on budget.

Project Management 147

Project Management Construction Budget Budgeting 147

Carol Hagen

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

If this is happening in your construction office it’s time to address the problem. This also holds true for your construction project management software. Correspondence, contracts and RFIs, change orders, and drawings are frequently emailed. 31% of faxed invoices get printed and scanned back in.”

Mobility 204

Mobility Office Documentation Construction 204

Fieldwire

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

We are excited to introduce our new project management module on Fieldwire. Our mission is to provide a user-friendly jobsite management software that makes the construction industry more productive and more efficient. Construction management on Fieldwire.

Management 52

Management Project Management Construction Software 52

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2019

But when it comes to back-office technology, too many firms rely exclusively on elbow grease and hope—definitely not a strategy that works. Often, this makes it hard to find a solution—you have to handle a complicated blend of equipment, inventory, subcontractors, bids, and project management, just to name a few. SAP S/4HANA.

Software 200

Software Software Construction ProCore 200

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. Mature organization don’t react to change, they address change according to their programmatic process.

Project Management 161

Project Management Capterra Organization Management 161

Construction Junkie

OCTOBER 21, 2020

The rise of emerging technologies and the realization that project financials need to be readily available from anywhere drove Sage, a popular provider of construction financial management solutions, to develop a cloud-based financial system for the industry, Sage Intacct Construction.

Sage 145

Sage Management ProCore Construction 145

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Construction sites these days have no shortage of data: design and BIM data from the planning stages of a project, jobsite data collected by wearables, mobile devices and sensors on equipment/materials, accounting and job progress data from the office, project management data and much more.

Construction 241

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 241

Carol Hagen

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

Editing PDFs is a daily occurance in the construction industry. PDF editing streamlines and helps clearly conveys changes, clarifications and improvements. The PDF solutions Bluebeam provides to Construction Industry Professionals “are designed to improve communication, tracking, and speed. .”

Industrial 142

Industrial Documentation CAD Estimating 142

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. Detailed project tracking and management. Comprehensive equipment management. Flexibility.

Software 130

Software Software Construction Project Management 130

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Equipment Management. Industry News. Industry Statistics. Some Advice on Change Orders » A Change (Order) for the Better? When clients ask me about change orders, I’m reminded of a well-circulated photo. The yacht is named “Change Order.”

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

MAY 24, 2012

Equipment Management. Industry News. Industry Statistics. Free Webinar: Managing Information Overload » Silos: Great for Grain, Not so Great for Business. One of our clients does industrial electrical work on projects around the country. The Office, The Field, and Technology. Resource Center.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Iowa 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 13, 2023

Viewed as best-in-class in the construction industry, SQUARE are committed to professional excellence that meets and exceeds clients’ expectations with a delivery promise centred around delivering flawless results. Step two for the team was to prepare a budget and to identify and account for all costs associated with the project.

Autodesk 98

Autodesk Management Engineering Accounting 98

cnstrctr

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Construction is a cut-throat industry, and making your construction business more profitable can be a challenge. There may be a disconnect between your knowledge of your industry and what the industry charges. You should not feel bad for making more money, and increasing your rates to match an industry standard is not a crime.

Profitability 60

Profitability Change Orders Construction Schedule 60

Levelset

APRIL 15, 2022

Mayer, the Mayer Building Company lists a number of past projects on its website, including: Alon Medical Technology office renovations Old US Mint and Jazz Museum preventative maintenance Cara Stone Law Firm addition and renovations French Truck Coffee cafe construction Strayer University campus build-out. Project closeout.

Resource 97

Resource Lien Documentation Change Orders 97

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 20, 2011

Equipment Management. Industry News. Industry Statistics. Not too long ago, or so it seems, we were more than ecstatic at the idea of being able to call our project managers in the field on mobile phones. Some of us remember the “dark ages” of going back and forth between job sites and the office.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Project Management 136

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

Equipment Management. Industry News. Industry Statistics. Every year, there seems to be a new product or service that’s all the industry buzz. You can’t turn the page of a magazine or open up an industry-related website without seeing it. the ability to send progress photos from the job site to the office.

Mobility 120

Mobility Cash Flow Construction Software 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 27, 2022

Tips for Beginning and Growing as a Construction Project Manager. While construction might not have been all of our childhood career aspirations, the majority of those who work in the industry today share a love of building. Interested in advancing your project and cost management skills?

Project Management 98

Project Management Management Construction Resource 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Overseeing large and complex construction projects requires quite a bit of skill and experience. Aside from industry and project knowledge, you need solid leadership and management skills to navigate unique challenges and ensure successful outcomes. During that project, my boss, the VP of Development, retired.

Design 80

Design Autodesk Construction Management 80

Fieldwire

AUGUST 7, 2023

In general, though, we do not do as good a job focusing on QA as we do focusing on QC, and that’s partly because many people in the industry don’t understand the difference. These conditions are not going to change, so it’s time to look at changing the processes used to manage them.

Construction 98

Construction Drawings Products Management 98

Lets Build

JANUARY 20, 2023

Identify and reduce delays A lack of communication and collaboration is a huge problem in the construction industry, causing projects to go over budget and miss deadlines. Without proper documentation and construction daily logs, the risk of misunderstandings that lead to delays rises, and communication becomes strained.

Site 148

Site Construction Documentation Products 148

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

A few days ago as I grabbed my smartphone before heading to the office, I thought back to the time when I would leave the house each morning with a pager and a roll of quarters in my pocket. In a business world that has come to expect instant response, that time savings is a huge value to us as well as our clients.

Commercial 144

Commercial Construction Bidding US 144

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Equipment Management. Industry News. Industry Statistics. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites » Better Project Management through Better Communication. Hopefully, you’ve had the chance to consider how deliberate your project communications are. change orders. Publications.

Construction 136

Construction Documentation Software Software 136

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 30, 2018

Editor’s Note: This is Part 3 of a five-part series on Construction Project Management. Previously, we looked at the complexity of construction projects and the importance of the folks working on project teams—especially the project manager who has to keep all people and processes moving on a daily basis.

Project Management 173

Project Management Management Contractors Software 173

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. How to Choose the Best Construction Management Software. What is Construction Project Management Software?

Project Management 98

Project Management Software Software Management 98

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

Equipment Management. Industry News. Industry Statistics. Gregg is a consultant with FMI and specializes in the areas of productivity and project management. With backlogs down and work less plentiful, field supervision has come into the office and become an integral part of the estimating process.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

MAY 29, 2012

Equipment Management. Industry News. Industry Statistics. Committing Intentional Project Communications. Better Project Management through Better Communication. change orders. construction management. construction management software. document management. Management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

Equipment Management. Industry News. Industry Statistics. Keeping documents as electronic files reduces paper waste and clutter in your office because you can get rid of the filing cabinets. Managing 401Ks. Committing Intentional Project Communications. Better Project Management through Better Communication.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

All public sector entities would benefit by using locally researched standardized cost data to generate line item cost estimates for construction projects. Typical construction project stake holders include: Owners (management, engineering, contracting/procurement, building users), Contractors, Subcontractors, and Designers/Architects.

Estimating 217

Estimating CSI Life Cycle Construction 217

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

Equipment Management. Industry News. Industry Statistics. Distances between job sites and the office continue to increase as companies go further and further from their home base to do work. Tracking cash flow isn’t just important within your own office, though. Committing Intentional Project Communications.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

MAY 7, 2012

Equipment Management. Industry News. Industry Statistics. No matter what industry you’re in, collaboration seems to be the latest “thing.” Each year at this event I’m reminded that collaboration is vital to our construction industry. Committing Intentional Project Communications. change orders.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 5, 2012

Equipment Management. Industry News. Industry Statistics. Carefully monitoring these numbers will help you preserve profit and build more accurate bids on future projects. Connect the Field to the Office. Committing Intentional Project Communications. Better Project Management through Better Communication.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

Equipment Management. Industry News. Industry Statistics. Confronting the brutal facts of your business and industry. There is wonderful technology available for the field and for back office operations. Committing Intentional Project Communications. Better Project Management through Better Communication.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Accounting 159

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 3, 2021

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. Project management is much better served with software that can incorporate real time changes into account.

Budget 52

Budget Budgeting Construction Software 52

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

The 4BT-CE(TM) JOC cloud estimating and project management system, or equivalent, shall also be used. Field Office Expense. Field Office Personnel. Main Office Expense. These negotiations must precede the JO award/approval and are not allowed on a Change Order basis. Job Conditions. Small Tools.

Contract 100

Contract Organization Change Orders Overhead 100