Fieldwire

JUNE 28, 2023

RFIs, on the other hand, are used to clarify, ask and determine the design intent of the project. Specifications, often called specs, in construction documents usually include information about the project’s materials, the timeline, methods and requirements.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Attending construction events and trade shows is a great way to grow your business, expand your network, and learn about new methods, materials, and processes. The construction events we’ll discuss in this article are ideal for construction executives, senior managers, and those working on digitalisation.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Attending construction events and trade shows is a great way to grow your business, expand your network, and learn about new methods, materials, and processes. The construction events we’ll discuss in this article are ideal for construction executives, senior managers, and those working on digitalisation.

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Lets Build

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Other than increasing material prices, workforce shortages are a significant driving factor which is likely to keep construction inflation at higher-than-normal levels. Managing costs, removing waste, and increasing productivity should be top priorities for organisations wanting to overcome rising costs due to construction inflation.

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Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2022

From coordinating with clients to organizing contractors to liaising with material providers, projects can quickly spiral out of control with poor organization and planning. Without an effective project management tool, this probably means a whole lot of emails, spreadsheets, notebooks, and, perhaps most importantly, mental energy.

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Lets Build

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

The same issues plaguing the industry last year—labour shortages, supply chain disruptions, high material costs, lower profit margins, etc.—followed 2023 also brings more unpredictability for company execs and project managers, making managing schedules, budgets, and timelines challenging. followed us into 2023.

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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.

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Fieldwire

MAY 16, 2022

With the current supply shortage driving up the costs of construction material, waste is not only inefficient but can also dissolve the profit of a job quickly. The fact is, without material, a job site is at a standstill. There is no substitution for timely materials and equipment.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 19, 2019

An entire project can come to a screeching halt while paper plans are replaced. Many project managers or supervisors keep a duplicate set of plans in field offices, but even those can get lost, or if changes were made to the current set that was being used, the backup may not reflect these. Want to know more?

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Lets Build

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Since then, it’s evolved into a broader signboard system, allowing sequential management of a project or process. Kanban boards are filled with coloured cards, rather like a Trello board, providing a top-down overview of project management. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals.

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Lets Build

JULY 15, 2022

Many in the industry consider AutoCAD to be the best construction drafting software to create blueprints for everything from residential homes to large-scale commercial projects. to help architects and project managers speed up the drawing process.

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Fieldwire

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Successful firms generally use a combination of electronic media, printed materials and networking to achieve that. Printed materials, such as brochures and business cards, while becoming less prevalent, still provide value when a potential customer asks for information in a face-to-face meeting. Clear Communication.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 19, 2015

From managing service contracts, to generating work orders at the office or in the field, to efficiently dispatching technicians, Spectrum Service Management Construction Software provides a complete solution for all aspects of your service business. Schedule preventive maintenance visits months in advance. Request a Demo.

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Fieldwire

MARCH 16, 2022

You probably don’t want to add any more activities to your busy schedule. Here are some reasons to consider joining an association: Expand your knowledge: Gain access to courses, seminars and educational materials to stay up to date on industry trends. Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA). Schedule Demo.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 5, 2022

Better planning and scheduling. Inefficient scheduling is one of the largest reasons why construction professionals see productivity loss on the job site. That productivity loss takes the form of things like scheduling workers before their role is needed or scheduling them in congested areas, resulting in inefficiency all around.

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Fieldwire

MARCH 1, 2022

Solution: Set up a solid risk management program that is risk-appropriate and specific to a given construction project/workflow. A 2021 Taiwanese construction industry study found that risk factors affect the expected achievement rates of three main performance goals, namely cost/budget, schedule/time, and quality.

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Fieldwire

JANUARY 25, 2022

Every construction project is uniquely different, and the distinctive characteristics of the industry - such as high-cost intensity and lengthy durations - also add an additional layer of complexity to the risk landscape. If you have enough workers for your construction project, you may face health and safety hazards on the construction site.

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Lets Build

MARCH 31, 2022

Managing on-site workers & schedules. Providing materials, equipment, and temporary facilities. Further read: How a large residential contractor reduced building time 5x by moving their schedule to the cloud. LetsBuild is the construction management software designed to optimise every aspect of your project.

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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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Fieldwire

AUGUST 2, 2023

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT APP Discover how Fieldwire can improve your team’s productivity Request demo → The eye-opening 2021 KPMG Global Construction Survey found that construction and engineering professionals think highly of some technologies but not others. Starting a calendar also enables you to give each employee enough attention.

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 21, 2023

Construction projects can be complex, with millions of dollars invested and tight deadlines. As a project manager, it’s up to you to execute the plans and ensure everything runs smoothly. Leveraging technology The first place you should look for project improvements is technology.

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Lets Build

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Even the most seasoned project managers face challenges on a daily basis. Construction projects are prone to more risks than most other industries—each project is unique, and there are endless factors that can impact its outcome. You can’t manage a project well without effective communication.

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Lets Build

MARCH 3, 2023

What’s the biggest struggle that you face as a project manager? If you answered staying on schedule, you’re not alone. So if you don’t want your next project to end up as another statistic for missed deadlines, you need to improve your construction schedule. Are on-site activities matching up with your schedule?

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 31, 2023

Since then, our site supervision team also came on board, as did our contractors and project management sister companies.” For example, TMG is now saving 15% of the overall materials cost on projects such as Noor City because bills of quantity are consistently audited and updated using the BIM model throughout the build.

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Lets Build

OCTOBER 21, 2022

The only bottleneck affecting the construction industry in the EU more than material and supplier disruptions this year is the ongoing labour shortage. Not having enough skilled workers creates a bottleneck in construction projects that can have devastating effects on project managers, general contractors, and their teams.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 17, 2022

Planning and scheduling are at the forefront of lean design and construction – let’s explore where the lean process starts. Keeping up with project progress daily to keep tasks on track. Linking your 3- to 6-week plan to your project’s main schedule and master plan. Lean scheduling. Look at the big picture.

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DECEMBER 16, 2022

The success of any construction project relies on scheduling, costs, and the quality of the finished product. One of the major reasons that construction managers must schedule rework and fight against claims is defects. Material defects. This is especially true for materials that ship out with defects.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Waste is a broad term in the construction industry, encompassing wasted materials, time, and labour —all of which are prevalent in residential construction. There are five types of waste that impact almost every residential project: Transportation waste happens when you move materials or equipment around sites unnecessarily.

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Lets Build

JUNE 9, 2023

Construction is usually involving and delicate, with different teams like trade professionals, project managers, and subcontractors working together to deliver successful projects. Today, construction teams rely on Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create and manage information during the entire lifecycle of a project.

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Lets Build

MARCH 10, 2022

When you build structures on-site, material and labour costs add up quickly. Manufacturers also have the advantage of better access to raw materials and logistics like rail cars. A case study by WRAP UK suggests that modular construction can reduce on-site material waste by up to 90% over traditional construction methods.

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Construction Transportation Site Fabrication 187

Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Herein, we explore how construction management software can support the efforts of small construction businesses. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals Improved efficiency Construction software provides tools for managing materials, monitoring inventories, managing equipment, and eliminating paperwork.

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Wolgast Corporation

APRIL 18, 2023

Design-Build Construction is a project delivery method in which a building owner forges a single contract with one entity for architectural/engineering design services and construction services. During Phase III – Construction , your Project Manager and Project Supervisor will mobilize equipment and monitor onsite activity.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Herein, we explore how construction management software can support the efforts of small construction businesses. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals Improved efficiency Construction software provides tools for managing materials, monitoring inventories, managing equipment, and eliminating paperwork.

Management 78

Management Construction Software Software 78

Lets Build

JUNE 9, 2023

Construction is usually involving and delicate, with different teams like trade professionals, project managers, and subcontractors working together to deliver successful projects. Today, construction teams rely on Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create and manage information during the entire lifecycle of a project.

BIM 78

BIM Site Mobility Management 78

Lets Build

APRIL 29, 2022

Because the punch list is essentially the list of remaining tasks on any given construction project, punch list items can range greatly from site to site. These items could include anything from a final coat of paint to fixing wall dents to removing excess building materials from the site. Punch list best practices.

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Construction Cost Estimating

SEPTEMBER 14, 2011

This method is applied at the time of progression of level of detail with the advancement of project. To get a top down estimated schedule the estimator has to break down the activity and set up linkage between activities. Watch the following power point presentation for demo. Material Estimate Sheets. Total Pageviews.

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 16, 2023

I supplied materials and services to dozens of these projects, all over the U.S., It will almost never be the same team as the last project. The CPM schedule we used on the last project will be a great starting point for facilitating the planning and scheduling processes, but it won’t ever match exactly.

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