Lets Build

JUNE 18, 2021

It is one of the leading residential contractors in Central and South America, and a great example of how increasing site visibility by seamlessly sharing your programme with your teams can bring enormous benefits to your projects. But without a live schedule, it gets difficult to coordinate with multiple teams.

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Residential Schedule Contractors Site 147

Lets Build

MARCH 31, 2022

General contractors are at the forefront of almost every construction project. What is a general contractor? 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.

Contractors 148

Contractors Profitability Management Schedule 148

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

Industry Statistics Show Benefits & Resistance to Lean Construction ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 08:35 By now, most contractors have heard of “lean” construction; it has clearly gained a foothold in the practices of many contractors.

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Statistics Industrial Construction Budgeting 334

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 28, 2014

Encountering budget shortfalls or schedule overruns during a construction project can set off a cascade of problems. Fortunately, for contractors and industrial project owners, taking a proactive approach to project planning and using proven tools take the guesswork out of predicting a project’s scope, cost and schedule.

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Schedule Plans Budgeting Budget 299

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 29, 2023

This is why having an accurate and updated project schedule is so important. When everyone has access to the construction schedule, the chances of completing the project on time and within budget are much higher. Unfortunately, most construction pros struggle to stay on top of project schedules.

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Schedule Software Software Management 97

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 14, 2019

The most common contractor errors and how to avoid them to keep your construction projects safe, productive and profitable. The savvy contractor knows they can’t possibly avoid every jobsite mistake. Let’s explore 10 of the most common mistakes made by contractors with the best way to avoid the worst. Neglecting Safety Measures.

Contractors 255

Contractors Software Software Accidents 255

Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 10, 2024

Managing a hectic schedule and complex projects can be challenging if you're a contractor. Contractor paperwork documentation and procedures You should develop documentation and record-keeping procedures appropriate for your contracting operation or service if necessary.

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Documentation Insurance Legal Claims 115

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 16, 2019

From designing effectively to reducing waste, we have come up with seven tips and best practices that can help contractors stay above water. Eliminate material loss and labor waste by ensuring subcontractors are scheduled at the right time and the respective materials are where they need to be. Schedule Smart.

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Contractors Inventory Schedule Materials 255

The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

What are the “Schedule control measures” that instruct the contractor through contract documents? Read More at Schedule Control.

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Schedule Documentation Contract Contractors 100

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Your reputation and finished product as a national general contractor are only as good as the performance of your local subcontractor partners. This has allowed us to perform at a high level, ensuring quality finished products, a maintained schedule, and being mindful of the budget. They are a fantastic resource. It matters.

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Commercial Construction Schedule US 295

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 18, 2021

How BIM Helps General Contractors Win More Business. Technology is making vast improvements in the way general contractors (GCs) plan and build projects, paving the way for a reimagined future. Technology is making vast improvements in the way general contractors (GCs) plan and build projects, paving the way for a reimagined future.

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BIM Contractors Modeling Software 308

Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 3, 2024

And several are still working according to their schedule with quality, high-paying clients. Over the years, we have had many successful construction clients. The seasoned ones have become lifelong friends and are now retired, living according to their terms.

Contractors 84

Contractors Construction Finance Security 84

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Here are three examples of when you should reach out to your commercial construction general contractor. Often a commercial general contractor isn’t tapped for a project until the specific site is already locked in. Before You Select A Site. Our first question to them was “which cities do you want pricing for?”

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Commercial Contractors Construction Budgeting 410

ENR Construction

DECEMBER 13, 2023

CPB Contractors Pty Ltd, Ghella Pty Ltd and Acciona Construction Australia Pty Ltd. are scheduled to start tunneling in 2026.

Contractors 71

Contractors Schedule Construction 71

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Highway construction projects are multifaceted challenges for contractors. One component that is critical to staying on schedule and under budget is dowel pin drilling. The following are four best practices for road contractors.

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Roads Contractors Regulation Budgeting 214

HardHatChat

MARCH 19, 2012

While the construction best practices we shared might be common knowledge with our experienced Chicago restaurant construction clients, I realize novice restaurant owners or entrepreneurs opening fast-casual franchise restaurants may not know how to create a successful restaurant construction schedule. Simple, right? Chuck Taylor.

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Schedule Construction Budgeting Budget 258

ENR Construction

MARCH 13, 2024

In addition to fiber-reinforced polymer protection, contractor used extra shifts, value engineering to advance work on Harkers Island Bridge in North Carolina's Outer Banks.

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North Carolina Schedule Banking Engineering 79

Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 22, 2022

A proper Construction Contractor Bookkeeping System uses the Accounts Payable feature to track unpaid bills. The bank wants to get paid, and unlike the contractor who is embarrassed to call an old customer, the bank is very willing to call early and often for any outstanding payments due.

Accounting 99

Accounting Contractors Banking Insurance 99

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Improve Your Construction Schedule. Today, there exist many technology platforms and tools that are designed to streamline construction project scheduling without necessitating that you create new workflows from scratch. Choosing a Construction Scheduling Tool. Better overview of clashes. Nor is one tool necessarily enough.

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Schedule Construction Resource Project Management 59

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 14, 2021

Complex projects paired with tight labor markets and timelines have put additional pressure on construction contractors. A strategic, well-executed fleet strategy can eliminate downtime that strains your schedule — and your bottom line. Having the right equipment available at the right time is critical to staying on track.

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Schedule Equipment Contractors Construction 404

Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 3, 2024

And several are still working according to their schedule with quality, high-paying clients. Over the years, we have had many successful construction clients. The seasoned ones have become lifelong friends and are now retired, living according to their terms.

Contractors 62

Contractors Construction Finance Security 62

ENR Construction

DECEMBER 19, 2021

Completion of a privately financed 10-mile extension of Virginia’s I-95 express lanes will be pushed past the originally scheduled October 2022 completion deadline as the state’s toll road operator and contractor work to resolve responsibility for addressing geologic conditions that have slowed progress on the $565 million project.

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Schedule Virginia Finance Roads 68

Construction Dive

JUNE 24, 2020

Social distancing requirements such as staggered schedules and teleworking don't have to derail construction schedules, according to companies that are making them work.

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Products Contractors Schedule Construction 174

Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Construction Marketing Association sponsor Modern Marketing Partners (MMP), will share contractor website best practices , along with a Contractor Website Checklist , several diagnostic tools, contractor website examples, and a couple of website package options. Contractor Website Examples. Contractor Website Checklist.

Contractors 195

Contractors Mobility Visualization Engineering 195

Lets Build

JANUARY 21, 2021

How can you seamlessly connect your project schedule to the site? They lack a real-time link to the schedule. To make matters worse, this is something that they have to repeat not only for their master plan and their 3-6 week lookaheads but also for the other schedules that have an impact on the progress of the project.

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Schedule Site Construction Plans 78

Fieldwire

JANUARY 30, 2024

Electrical contractors face a lot of challenges. 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.

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Electrical Contractors Documentation Schedule 52

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 21, 2017

It’s not every day that the public thanks a construction crew for completing a project, or that a contractor shaves 4 weeks off of an aggressive, 10-week schedule. Matthews Contracting Co. Inc.pulled off both feats while rebuilding a fire-damaged stretch of I-85 in northeast Atlanta, Georgia.

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Schedule Atlanta Georgia Contract 120

Pro Builder

JANUARY 9, 2023

The Biggest Challenges for Contractors in the Year Ahead. High inflation, dwindling buyer demand, and lingering supply chain obstacles are just a few of the many challenges keeping contractors up at night during the first month of the new year. Trade Contractors. Mon, 01/09/2023 - 10:43. Home builders across the U.S. Builders.

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Contractors Georgia Contract Materials 98

Cassell Construction Estimating

JANUARY 30, 2016

firm providing scheduling training in Honolulu last week reminded me of the struggles most midsize contractors face when submitting an Initial Project Schedule (IPS) to NAVFAC or the Army Corps of Engineers. Most contractors produce a simple bar chart in MS Project for their typical jobs and aren’t familiar with P6.

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Schedule Honolulu Negotiation Consulting 100

HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Earlier this month, the Englewood Construction team was honored to be recognized as one of the Best Restaurant Contractors in Chicago by Chicago Architects. This recognition also got me thinking about what sets a really great restaurant contractor apart from a general construction firm.

Contractors 324

Contractors Inspections Construction Commercial 324

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 10, 2023

Register Now Don’t know how to start building your schedule? Build your construction schedule appeared first on Digital Builder. Register for AU 2023 today so you’ll be the first to hear when you can register for individual sessions later this month. We have a few recommendations below. The post AU 2023 session catalog is live!

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Schedule Autodesk Construction Modeling 52

Best Practices Construction Law

AUGUST 17, 2016

Many delay, disruption, and loss of productivity claims are lost or substantially reduced in value because mistakes, errors and carelessness are reflected in the original schedule and plan of operations. Incomplete schedules. Schedule does not “tie in” to the anticipated means and methods and/or estimate.

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Schedule Contractors Claims Documentation 48

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 17, 2021

In the past few years, there has been an explosion in the types of technology available to contractors on-site. The potential to improve productivity and increase budget and schedule certainty are among the appealing benefits that these technologies have the potential to offer. Alex Headley. Fri, 12/17/2021 - 08:00.

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Safety Site Zoning Budgeting 348

Pro Builder

MAY 6, 2022

Contractors Turn To Automated Payment Apps for Faster Billing. The days of long delayed payments and financial headaches are a thing of the past for contractors switching to speedy payment apps. When asked what they would change about their payments process, many contractors reported the need for automatic, instant or direct payments.

Contractors 97

Contractors Cash Flow Software Software 97

Best Practices Construction Law

DECEMBER 11, 2019

When savvy contractors face delays on a project, they immediately take steps to provide notice, document, evaluate and plan for recovery from those delays. However, the different methods of schedule analysis can lead to varying results. If the delay absorbs the “float” in the schedule, then it is not compensable.

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Schedule Compensation Claims Travel 71

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2022

The phrase “1099 employee” generally describes people that act as independent contractors or are “self-employed.” When tax season comes around, you issue a 1099-MISC to all the independent contractors that you’ve paid over $600 to that year. Independent Contractors (Self-Employed) vs. Employees. What is a 1099 Employee?

Insurance 156

Insurance Plans Contractors Employment 156

Fieldwire

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Electrical contractors face many challenges when working on project and field management. In order to stay on schedule and within budget, it is necessary to streamline complex processes and planning work into an efficient and user-friendly plan. Thus data ownership in the electrical contractor space deserves significant attention.

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Electrical Contractors Schedule Plans 52