Rory Woolsey

MAY 31, 2012

Rory Woolseys Construction Estimating Blog. Construction Estimating One Bite at a Time. “ What are the” appropriate” markups for overhead, profit and contingency when budgeting facilities construction projects?” The phase of design that a project is in will also influence the markups used.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

DECEMBER 20, 2013

"Online Invoicing and Bill Pay is the next great leap in productivity since the introduction of the cell phone!" - Randal DeHart, Premier Construction Accountant. an hour after all of the taxes and overhead. Randal DeHart, Premier Construction Accountant. For example a part-time bookkeeper paid $15.00

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Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

These forms are not perfect and not the best for all construction contractors. The first one shown below offers a FREE template you can use to develop your own customized construction Accident Prevention Program. What Gets Measured Gets Managed! No Form To Fill Out - Just Click And Go! We hope you do too!

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Construction Cost Estimating

MARCH 2, 2018

So the estimated created by following steps: • Project management software: There is various kind of software that increases calculation speed needed to estimate costs and the calculations included direct, indirect, overhead and fixed cost calculations for many activities.

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Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 18, 2018

So the estimated created by following steps: • Project management software: There is various kind of software that increases calculation speed needed to estimate costs and the calculations included direct, indirect, overhead and fixed cost calculations for many activities.

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Rory Woolsey

APRIL 4, 2012

Rory Woolseys Construction Estimating Blog. Construction Estimating One Bite at a Time. Costing Construction. Thrifty, speedy estimating software coupled with unit cost construction data does NOT an accurate estimate make!!! Choosing, Clicking, and dragging is not construction estimating. Wednesday, April 4, 2012.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 24, 2014

When you own a small contracting company, like a residential remodeler, plumber, electrician, concrete contractor, flooring contractor or any other construction related company it is imperative that you have a good clean set of books that are consistent and updated regularly.

Accounting 48

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Rory Woolsey

JANUARY 16, 2012

Rory Woolseys Construction Estimating Blog. Construction Estimating One Bite at a Time. A New Year in Construction Estimating. Hello to all the friends that I have made over the past 25 years of facilitating construction estimating seminars. Monday, January 16, 2012. Labor Productivity?

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 7, 2022

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 6, 2014

2 The financials tell the banker your bookkeeper doesn''t understand Construction Accounting. #3 4 You have no access to a construction accountant, not even for quarterly check-ups. #5 5 You don''t have a formal documented Business Plan with a budget and projections. The Construction Specifications Institute (CSI).

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Contractor Bookkeeping

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

Tax Season Is Here and this is when most construction contractors think about getting their construction bookkeeping system in order so they can file their annual tax return for the previous year. Each Branch Of Accounting serves a different function similar to how it works in construction. Why Not All Three? Most C.P.A.

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Help Everybody Everyday

AUGUST 19, 2009

A common pricing format within the consulting world is the hourly rate. Your loaded rate is the (Actual Rate + (Actual Rate * Overhead %) + Fee. However, when providing loaded rates, it is important to have an understanding of overhead. Most clients will pay all or a portion of your audited overhead costs. Field Overhead.

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PSMJ Resources

JULY 15, 2014

the premier management consulting firm for the architecture, engineering, and construction industries, announces members of the 2014 Circle of Excellence. Phillips + Bacon Consulting Engineers DGR Engineering Praxis3 Enterprise Engineering, Inc. Robinson Consultants Inc. GEC Architecture Rodgers Consulting Inc.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

All construction contractors have experienced the financial pain of bad debt which is defined as a customer who refuses to pay no matter what you do. In your construction company it is the same, you need the answers in order to develop understanding and that is what helps us all let go of the past and move forward.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 18, 2013

Are you getting resumes and applications from bookkeepers who worked for a construction company that went bankrupt and now they are so desperate for a job so they offer to work for minimum wage or less! If The Bookkeeper Has No Skill In Construction Accounting. No Construction Bookkeeping Services System Means Chaos Rules!

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Contractor Bookkeeping

APRIL 1, 2014

We Are Construction Accountants. We show you how to remove unique cash flow bottlenecks which are common in contractors bookkeeping, that results in more money in the bank, reduced overhead and lowers their stress level. Business Process Management (BPM) For Contractors. QuickBooks Outsourced Construction Accounting Services.

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Rory Woolsey

MARCH 20, 2012

Rory Woolseys Construction Estimating Blog. Construction Estimating One Bite at a Time. The article outlines the process of construction estimating.yes it is a process! The estimating process begins with a thorough understanding (and visualization) of the projects scope of work. Tuesday, March 20, 2012.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 15, 2014

If you believe you are the only one who can do anything right and nothing can be done without your oversight and approval your construction company is and will continue to be a nightmare until you snap out of it and turn it into a wonderful dream. Make decisions. That is the one thing only you can do. That is the one thing only you can do.

Contractors 48

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 13, 2014

For Example Let''s Look At One Field Worker Named Henry: Here Is What Happens - Your construction worker, Henry Rockerman, may or may not have a hearty breakfast before coming to work at the construction site depending on a variety of factors outside your control and perhaps his too. How is spending money going to make me money?

Contractors 48

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Rory Woolsey

FEBRUARY 28, 2012

Rory Woolseys Construction Estimating Blog. Construction Estimating One Bite at a Time. I heard the Critical Path Method (CPM) defined once as a management technique for losing your shirt under perfect control! Welcome to the world of construction; stuff happens! If scope is wrong a project budget is wrong.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 29, 2013

an hour plus overhead. hours of labor costs in the course of four years it would meet most Construction Company''s Investment Return on Investment Hurdle Rate. About The Author: Randal DeHart, PMP, QPA is the co-founder of Business Consulting And Accounting in Lynnwood Washington. link] and learn more.'

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 5, 2014

Service agreement holders are more likely to be clients that add more value to your construction company because they represent the most loyal segment of your customer base. In some cases they may not even remember you or your construction company name. Construction Accounting As It Relates To Service Agreements.

Cash Flow 48

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 24, 2014

Anything Not Related To Your Core Construction Business Is An Outsourcing Candidate. For example, suppose you decide to upgrade your contractor bookkeeping software from shoeboxes full of receipts or spreadsheets to a computer based construction accounting software like QuickBooks. And that means they need to reduce costs.

Contractors 49

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 29, 2014

Cash flow is the lifeblood of any construction company and especially the ones with annual sales volume under $1,000,000. Some construction Company experts even say that a healthy cash flow is more important than your contracting company''s ability to complete projects! What Makes Up Your Construction Company Cash Flow?

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PSMJ Resources

OCTOBER 17, 2011

And, with overhead dollars so tightly controlled, you must leverage every dollar you spend developing new business. For more tips on how to mitigate risks with great project management skills, attend PSMJs A/E/C Project Management Bootcamp , the worlds most successful PM training program in the industry!

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Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 20, 2013

QuickBooks Online is a great program for small companies including some non-profit organizations but it is not suited for a serious construction contractor with more than two projects a month and generating more than $500 a year in sales. Now Lets Examine The Differences Between Construction Accounting Vs. Regular Accounting.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Bill, a five-year project manager, turns to Steve and asks, “How much detail do we need on this point?” Fully trained, experienced sales, construction, and warranty service personnel, as well as internal support staff. The official title of that exercise is “Community Start-up Re­engineering Workshop.”

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 27, 2014

Did someone setup QuickBooks by trying to follow the built in template inside QuickBooks and you figured out you cannot get any of the financial and job costing reports you need to operate and grow your construction company? We Do QuickBooks Setup For Construction Beginning With Year 2000 And Up. Of course you are! User Permissions.

Contractors 89

Contractors Accounting Work in Progress Profitability 89

Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 22, 2014

At networking events, construction contractors have asked me if we are cheaper than a virtual bookkeeper is. Contractors who outsource important construction accounting services to a "virtual bookkeeper" in an effort to save money are completely foolish because a virtual bookkeeper is usually a Bad Bookkeeper.

Contractors 48

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 15, 2014

Which QuickBooks Is Best For Your Construction Company? QuickBooks - Is a tool like any other tool in the hands of a Master Construction Accountant it can do marvelous things that will amaze even the toughest contractor, their banker and performance bonding agent. it can destroy your construction company.

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Rory Woolsey

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

Rory Woolseys Construction Estimating Blog. Construction Estimating One Bite at a Time. This is true for the basis of JOC, the construction task unit price “book.” JOC and Scoping: The next argument for savings with JOC is in the scoping of the project with the contractor. Thursday, February 16, 2012.

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PSMJ Resources

JUNE 25, 2012

Programs should be taken in leadership training, project management, and marketing, as well as technical and other support functions. management. It will take planning, and it will take some balance between billable hours and overhead hours. Construction Marketing Ideas. Scarlett Consulting. Young staff in.

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PSMJ Resources

JULY 16, 2012

To learn more tips and techniques you can use to become a better and more successful project manager, check out PSMJ’s Ultimate Project Management Manual. Construction Marketing Ideas. Scarlett Consulting. Building Design & Construction. Environmental Design & Construction. Newer Post.

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PSMJ Resources

JULY 30, 2012

Up-and-coming project managers are often frustrated by how hard it is to “win work.” Construction Marketing Ideas. Scarlett Consulting. Building Design & Construction. Environmental Design & Construction. Construction Writers Association. 11 Ways to Cut Overhead. Ford Harding blog.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

In your search for a suitable project management system for your construction business , you will no doubt be faced with the challenge of narrowing down many options. Construction projects involve many moving parts, so it’s important to have an audit trail each step of the way. Field defects management.

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PSMJ Resources

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

At PSMJ Resources, we are committed to dramatically improving business performance of A/E/C organizations worldwide by empowering CEOs, Principals, Project Managers, Marketers, HR Directors and other top firm leaders to make strategic and tactical improvements that pay off with great speed in measurable ways. Scarlett Consulting.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 29, 2021

Lean Construction – Overcoming decades of mistrust, lack of communication, and opposition between facilities owners, designers, engineers, and builders… possible? Only two of the following construction delivery methods are LEAN. Construction Project Delivery Comparison. Do you know which they are? Advantages.

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