Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2023

How would you describe your process of creating daily construction reports? If you can simplify your daily construction reports by recording the right information correctly, you can finish in minutes right from the job site—no more after-hours paperwork in the office. What’s your biggest fear as a construction project manager?

Project Management 146

Project Management Construction Site Management 146

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. Construction companies that don’t leverage the power of data risk falling behind. Construction companies that don’t leverage the power of data risk falling behind.

Construction 147

Construction Site Schedule Management 147

Fieldwire

MAY 14, 2023

Harris Construction (JEH) has worked on the construction and renovation of water and wastewater treatment plants, sewage pump stations, and metering and monitoring installations in North and South Carolina. Since 1973, James E. Dalton sums it up best - “Fieldwire just makes everything easier.”

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Products South Carolina Construction Project Management 98

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Arcadis recently released a report about international construction inflation and costs with some interesting findings: Construction companies in both developed and emerging economies are experiencing price increases of over 5%. So what can we do to survive when construction costs are higher than ever?

Construction 148

Construction Materials Risk Management 148

Lets Build

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

The construction industry has a unique problem when it comes to calculating and improving labour productivity: Every project consists of a wide variety of tasks that differ from site to site. However, even with this challenge, there are some methods to calculate labour productivity in construction. Planning and scheduling practices.

Products 145

Products Construction Site Accounting 145

Fieldwire

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Downtime is the enemy of progress in construction, and downtime is fueled in large part by the 8 wastes of lean construction. The construction industry is responsible for the creation of remarkable achievements, but unfortunately, it can also be responsible for generating inefficiency and waste.

Inventory 98

Inventory Construction Materials Transportation 98

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

There are some unique construction trends in 2023, but we also have more of the same. 2023 also brings more unpredictability for company execs and project managers, making managing schedules, budgets, and timelines challenging. Here’s what the top construction industry trends in 2023 look like: 1. New year, new trends, right?

Industrial 148

Industrial Construction Profitability Budgeting 148

Lets Build

JULY 7, 2023

But can using ChatGPT for construction really be beneficial? If you’re unsure how this can help you as a construction professional, you’re not alone. We’ll explore how you can use ChatGPT in your construction company to improve communication, scheduling, document management, safety, and more. Yes, if you use it right.

Documentation 78

Documentation Construction Schedule Safety 78

Lets Build

JULY 7, 2023

But can using ChatGPT for construction really be beneficial? If you’re unsure how this can help you as a construction professional, you’re not alone. We’ll explore how you can use ChatGPT in your construction company to improve communication, scheduling, document management, safety, and more. Yes, if you use it right.

Documentation 78

Documentation Construction Schedule Safety 78

Fieldwire

APRIL 11, 2022

Rework is a word no one wants to hear on a construction project. It typically means some portion of work has to be redone to fix a problem, often with adverse schedule and cost impacts. Planning and Scheduling Problems. Schedule issues can lead to numerous problems on projects, one of which is rework. Construction Errors.

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Schedule Fabrication Construction Budgeting 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Project delays in construction happen quite frequently, and typically result from poor planning. With such long time-tables, it’s difficult to plan for unforeseen schedule disruptions while managing the many moving parts of a project. Today, we are excited to announce the new Schedule Tool available in Autodesk Build.

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Autodesk Schedule Cash Flow Forecasting 52

Lets Build

MARCH 1, 2022

Construction projects are complex, and project managers have to take many factors into account. Fortunately, construction scheduling software makes it easier to keep your project on track and stay in control. 5 advantages of construction project scheduling software. Eliminate surprises.

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Schedule Software Software Construction 179

Fieldwire

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Due to the size and complexity of most construction projects, contractors often need to supply additional proof of their work to prove to the owner or general contractor (GC) that they deserve to get paid. On many projects, construction businesses are required to submit a payment application. What Is A Payment Application?

Lien 98

Lien AIA Documentation Change Orders 98

Lets Build

MAY 11, 2022

Most construction companies, project managers , and contractors will deal with preliminaries in their construction contracts. These preliminaries, also called prelims, cover costs for an entire construction project—not for specific work sections or activities. What do preliminaries in construction mean? Site security.

Contract 144

Contract Construction Site Accounting 144

Fieldwire

JANUARY 30, 2024

Electrical work often requires close coordination with other construction trades, so effective communication and collaboration with plumbing and HVAC contractors on the project are key, as well as with the general contractor. Now, the construction management app is used to increase transparency on the teams’ tasks and progress.

Electrical 52

Electrical Contractors Documentation Schedule 52

Lets Build

AUGUST 5, 2022

Construction projects are more complex than ever—with tight deadlines and budgets, small inefficiencies quickly add up to high costs and more waste. Luckily, lean construction principles offer organizations practical ways to minimize waste and maximize value throughout their projects. The top 5 lean construction benefits.

Construction 78

Construction Schedule Plans Organization 78

Fieldwire

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Save time and money on your construction projects. Developing the easiest-to-use construction management software has always been Fieldwire’s mission. Our mission is to provide a user-friendly jobsite management software that makes the construction industry more productive and more efficient. Schedule Demo.

Management 52

Management Project Management Construction Software 52

Fieldwire

AUGUST 9, 2023

Let’s face it, for an industry that uses increasingly cutting-edge technology to execute their clients’ complex projects, companies in the construction industry still struggle to embrace tech that provides the same level of precision for the internal workings of their businesses. And yes, that can add up fast.

Industrial 52

Industrial Construction Management Products 52

Fieldwire

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Adopting a construction management app that can be tailored to your company’s needs can help coordinate and document your activities, avoiding potential mistakes and costly rework. Fieldwire is a jobsite management software suited for companies of all trades and sizes. Planning and coordinating For Elektro Scherer e.K. ,

Documentation 52

Documentation Schedule Office Management 52

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 19, 2019

The one constant on any construction project is change. Paper has been the traditional format for plans, specs and drawings in construction. Technology has advanced to the point where construction documents are made easily readable and portable via electronic means. The Problem with Paper. Want to know more?

Documentation 159

Documentation Management Drawings Construction 159

Fieldwire

MAY 16, 2022

Construction hasn’t always been the most technologically advanced industry, but recent years have shown that technology has been beneficial in nearly every aspect of it. From safety training and accident prevention to AR building assistance, technology does indeed belong on the drafting table and the construction site alike.

Industrial 98

Industrial Accidents Construction Safety 98

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. Other project management software (28%).

Project Management 169

Project Management Management Viewpoint Software 169

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 19, 2022

Wilson, a construction management firm out of St. Wilson into PlanGrid Unlimited but also started explaining this new construction management software that we hadn’t released yet–Autodesk Build. To build useful software, you have to listen closely to feedback, unpack it, understand it, integrate it, and make patient progress.

Project Management 97

Project Management Autodesk Management Software 97

Fieldwire

MARCH 1, 2022

There are many reasons a construction project may be considered a ‘success’. Coming in on budget is obviously important, but another factor is on-time completion, undoubtedly one of the most important attributes for any construction project. However, few workplaces are as inherently complex and varied as a construction site.

Risk 105

Risk Construction Equipment Management 105

Fieldwire

APRIL 4, 2023

The company estimates they’ve saved £100.000 in rework using our construction management app. They established a quality assurance process using Fieldwire’s custom forms and have been using the software to easily access project documentation and streamline communication between teams. In the construction industry, efficiency is key.

BIM 52

BIM Innovation Schedule Site 52

Fieldwire

JULY 24, 2023

The construction industry is undergoing a big change, with the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) at its core. However, embracing BIM is just one aspect of maximizing construction efficiency. Challenges faced Construction professionals navigate a landscape full of challenges that impact project efficiency and productivity.

BIM 52

BIM Construction Innovation Visualization 52

Fieldwire

AUGUST 2, 2023

The construction industry has historically been slow to adopt technological changes, but that attitude is starting to change. Visibility: The growth of monitoring tools such as construction wearables and drones provide full visibility of the worksite, resulting in fewer incidents and projects of higher quality. About 59.9% About 59.9%

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Management Certification Construction Education 52

Fieldwire

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

One thing is clear: construction continues to be one of the most dangerous industries in the world. For example, in the United States, an astounding one out of every five deaths in the workplace is due to a construction accident , according to statistics published by the country’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

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Safety Site Construction Equipment 94

Fieldwire

JULY 31, 2023

Together, we can help unlock the full potential of your construction projects. Gain more transparency and visibility to your projects and jobsites with software and services that monitor tools and materials, optimize tasks, and maximize labor hours. Learn more about Hilti prefabrication services. Check out some of our system solutions.

Products 52

Products Software Software Management 52

Lets Build

JUNE 30, 2023

And in the construction industry, those activities are extremely interdependent, relying on different trades, suppliers, contractors, etc. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals What are interactive planning sessions? More to read: 3 benefits of location-based planning in construction 2.

Plans 78

Plans Schedule Project Management Management 78

Lets Build

JUNE 30, 2023

And in the construction industry, those activities are extremely interdependent, relying on different trades, suppliers, contractors, etc. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals What are interactive planning sessions? More to read: 3 benefits of location-based planning in construction 2.

Plans 78

Plans Schedule Project Management Management 78

Fieldwire

JUNE 28, 2023

In construction, a Request For Information (RFI) seeks the clarification of plans, drawings, specifications, and agreements. The construction RFI is a formal written process in which parties, such as the contractor and designer, clarify information gaps in construction documents. What is a specification?

Documentation 52

Documentation Drawings Project Management Materials 52

Fieldwire

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

From turning cost estimates into a schedule of values (SOV), planning and forecasting of labor and aligning with the contract schedule, to maintaining detailed recordkeeping for field teams—it’s a process that can be labor-intensive, time-consuming and frustrating. Fieldwire can save up to one hour per person every day.

Electrical 52

Electrical Contractors Schedule Plans 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 16, 2022

AR has also been making waves in the construction industry. Taking advantage of augmented reality in construction requires a solid understanding of the technology’s capabilities and use cases. Below, you’ll learn about the role of AR in construction today and in the future. How is augmented reality used in construction?

Construction 119

Construction Visualization Modeling Mobility 119

Lets Build

MARCH 31, 2022

General contractors are at the forefront of almost every construction project. Before we get deeper into the details of a general contractor’s salary, let’s briefly talk about their role in the construction industry. Managing on-site workers & schedules. How much do other construction contractors make?

Contractors 148

Contractors Profitability Management Schedule 148

Fieldwire

AUGUST 8, 2022

As we continue to develop more project and field management features, we’re updating our prices to reflect our expanded investments in providing the most powerful and performant software tools for construction teams worldwide. To learn more about Fieldwire’s premium features, please register for a live demo. Schedule Demo.

Plans 52

Plans Management BIM Schedule 52

Lets Build

OCTOBER 14, 2022

It’s subsequently been adopted globally by forward-thinking businesses including construction and facilities management companies. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals. Other projects are put on hold by this redirection of staff resources, causing other schedules to slip.

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