Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Sometimes, even the most experienced developers, contractors, owners, and construction managers find it challenging to maintain the highest efficiency standards and stay organized throughout the entire construction process. Your construction plan should include clear goals, schedule, budget, equipment, dependencies, and team members.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 28, 2022

Project management is tough. You have stakeholders tugging on your shirt for progress updates, financials, submittals, schedules, RFIs, and that barely scratches the surface. For project managers, Autodesk Build is an essential tool for keeping the entire project team on the same page, at every stage.

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Project Management Management Autodesk Schedule 98

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 19, 2019

That’s why effectively managing these changes is crucial to contractors’ success. These mistakes and delays can have a significant impact on your bottom line as a contractor — and leave your clients unimpressed with your teams’ abilities to manage projects. The Problem with Paper.

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Documentation Management Drawings Construction 191

Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2023

What’s your biggest fear as a construction project manager? Disputes, delays, cost or schedule overruns ? Keeping a detailed daily construction report is useful for more than tracking project progress and productivity; it decreases your risks of experiencing those fears that keep you up at night. All of the above?

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Project Management Construction Site Management 146

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Maintenance of Fall Protection Equipment During COVID-19. The dos & don'ts of equipment care to keep workers & gear both safe & productive. New concerns about germs and how they spread has led to improper techniques that put both equipment, and the workers that use it, at risk. Site Management. Greg Ragsdale.

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Equipment Virgin Islands Puerto Rico Samoa 156

Lets Build

APRIL 1, 2020

What are the responsibilities of a project manager in construction? The dispute manager. Manage risks. Not all construction project managers know what they do all the time. The construction project manager is the key figure of the construction project team. Hire, fire and supervise. Deliver on time.

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HardHatChat

MARCH 26, 2024

Here are some of the critical considerations for choosing a national contractor: Reputation and Track Record Developers and property management companies look for a contractor with a strong reputation and a proven track record of delivering high-quality commercial projects.

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Commercial Contractors Construction Project Management 177

Fieldwire

AUGUST 23, 2023

At Fieldwire by Hilti, we understand that your construction projects contain confidential information, and being able to minimize the risk of data breaches is critical to your business. Our team at Fieldwire is equipped with the tools and expertise to enforce all safeguards needed to protect your information.

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Security Software Software Management 52

Cassell Construction Estimating

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Focus on managing your biggest risk- LABOR i. Estimate labor & equipment hours required for each major task e. Project Scheduling a. Print updated As Built Job Cost & Schedule reports- weekly d. Take a consistent, organized approach (computer OR manual) c. Communicate your expectations CLEARLY 2.

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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. Make sure workers are properly trained and equipped. The Importance of Project Risk Planning.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

With the amount of money you invest in tools and equipment, it’s crucial to protect those assets no matter where you go. Whichever route you choose, you can get some peace of mind by exploring and purchasing coverage through an equipment floater. . What is an equipment floater? Who needs equipment floater insurance?

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Fieldwire

MARCH 1, 2022

Solid Risk Management. Potential bottleneck: Lack of comprehensive risk management can have grave consequences on a construction site, resulting in a heightened risk profile and, in turn, a higher risk of incidents that may cause bottlenecks. Intelligent Labor Management. Proper Equipment.

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Risk Construction Equipment Management 105

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Whether you’re an owner, executive, project manager, or job supervisor, it’s important to know what’s happening in your business and how you stand next to the competition. Scheduling, planning, and collaboration optimization. Risk management. Be it legal, safety, costs, or delays, construction is a high-risk business.

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Risk Schedule Profitability Viewpoint 217

The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

There are four phases of project management which are required to manage projects efficiently on quality, time and costs. Defining and organizing the project: Defining project is the first step in the project management process. Team members monitor and control progress in terms of cost, time, and quality; and manage risk.

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HardHatChat

JANUARY 17, 2023

This can result in project delays and schedule and cost overruns if you don’t have a plan in place. For Englewood and our national retail, restaurant, and hospitality clients, we’ve learned that the old mindset of the lowest competitive bid and a rigid approach to material and equipment is ineffective in times like these.

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Commercial Retail Construction Permits 156

Fieldwire

JULY 20, 2022

Preventive monitoring and maintenance is crucial to improving the equipment life and eventually sparing you time and cash. While you may assume that paying for scheduled maintenance is unnecessary, the reality is - without it, organizations are typically compelled to undertake more costly repairs. Managing Safety Hazards and Risks.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 14, 2019

Staying proactive during projects by recognizing pitfalls and taking appropriate steps to avoid them limits accidents, ensures budgets and timelines remain on schedule and creates a more positive work environment. We’re seeing wearable, connected safety equipment to monitor things like heart rate, heat and stress levels and more.

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Lets Build

JANUARY 5, 2022

Crew schedules. Learn more: Construction management 101: The ultimate guide. Before starting your project, you should communicate with all project stakeholders the general plan and schedule including your preparation plans and clauses dealing with specific situations that may arise. Deliveries. Decisions and choices.

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Construction Schedule Contract Claims 146

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Top Resources for Construction Project Managers. “If If you’re looking for a relaxing profession, choose construction management.” – said no experienced construction project manager ever. If and when things go wrong, you can bet the manager will be the first to hear about it, and frequently, the first to receive the blame.

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Project Management Management Construction Risk 52

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

This includes pre-construction and planning phase activities including initial owner scope of work as well as all related planning, procurement, and project management processes. A construction cost audit and associated checklist are important risk management and LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery tools.

Construction 160

Construction Procurement Documentation CSI 160

Levelset

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Before a construction project can begin, there is a lot of planning, number-crunching, designing, and scheduling that needs to occur. The designer helps the client develop budgets, schedules, potential issues, the scope, and other details related to the planning of the entire project. What does a preconstruction manager do?

Risk 52

Risk Feasibility Bidding Budgeting 52

Fieldwire

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Specialty contractors manage multiple projects at a time, and it can be easy to lose track of project information. 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.

Documentation 52

Documentation Schedule Office Management 52

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2017

Delays can be caused by anything: the client, the crew, equipment malfunctions , weather … the list goes on. When a job is behind schedule, it impacts everybody on the project, and likely the next scheduled project or build. Rushing from project to project is inefficient, and risks cutting corners. This is an easy fix.

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Viewpoint Construction Schedule Estimating 239

Fieldwire

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

It should not be surprising that there needs to be an emphasis on machine operators, given that they work with equipment that is often innately hazardous. Furthermore, they often work in hazardous or difficult locations (for example, at heights or in confined spaces) or in bad weather, which only heightens the risk. Management System.

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Safety Site Construction Equipment 94

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

This provides actionable data that’s instantly accessible to the team on the ground and to management and stakeholders remotely. They can, for example, perform a visual inspection of high-risk areas like tall buildings, smokestacks, and partially completed bridges. Uptick in the equipment rental. Green construction.

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Industrial Construction Equipment Software 158

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The scope of work is fully understood by all parties, owner and service providers, and their associated leadership, procurement, facilities management, and project teams on an early and ongoing basis. Owners and facilities management professionals provide leadership and support. Develop and maintain a common data environment.

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Renovating Procurement Budgeting Budget 212

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

However, delays can happen for various reasons such weather , equipment failures , labor shortages , missing or incorrect data, project mistakes and conflicts. Moreover, once estimates are complete, contractors need an easy way to get the project in their construction management platform and get to work. Labor Challenges.

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Construction Software Software Estimating 237

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Construction teams are increasingly faced with two competing realities on projects today: a shortage of skilled workers and consistently condensed project schedules. More visibility into the field workforce means teams can track, measure, and then improve productivity while better mitigating risk.? . Insights to make safer jobsites .

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Autodesk Safety Risk Schedule 98

Job Order Contracting

MAY 26, 2020

such as BIM, and offer advanced features such as the Common Data Environment and Facility Management, and Integrated Project Delivery (including LEAN Job Order Contracting). Managing tasks and issues through a dashboard saves a lot of time and gains complete control over requirements and schedules.

Procurement 151

Procurement Plans Life Cycle Documentation 151

Fieldwire

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Anyone who has managed a construction company, department, or project knows profitability can be challenging. For example, an electrical contractor specializing in installing automated manufacturing equipment might find high demand for their services in a region with strong manufacturing growth. Solid Management Processes.

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Profitability Contractors Management Contract 98

Fieldwire

DECEMBER 12, 2023

It demands a team equipped with specific traits. Without proper planning, there may be an increased risk of delays. CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULING SOFTWARE Easy construction project scheduling with Fieldwire Learn more → 4. Effective project management Successful subcontracting relies on effective project management.

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Project Management Construction Schedule Software 96

Lets Build

MAY 11, 2022

Most construction companies, project managers , and contractors will deal with preliminaries in their construction contracts. Preliminary costs in construction impact your entire project, and you’ll find that they cover a broad range of equipment, labour, and materials. A general allowance for risk. Site security.

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Contract Construction Site Accounting 144

The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

WHAT IS PROJECT MANAGEMENT? If you’re managing a project and you want to ensure its success, you need to transform what may begin as a vague concept into a measurable and accountable process that meets your company’s requirements. By managing projects effectively, you generate immense benefits for your company.

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Project Management Management Concrete Foundation 122

Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 19, 2017

Crowd management has been of particular interest since the 2008 death of a retail worker who was trampled during a Black Friday retail event. Since then, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has paid extra attention to the development and distribution of crowd management training and guidelines.

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Management Safety Retail Security 48

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Over 220 of these integrations now work with Autodesk Build, our comprehensive field and project management solution. Project managers can add the alwaysAI Partner Card to their Autodesk Build Insights or BIM 360 Project Home dashboards for real-time insights into productivity, operations, and safety.

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Autodesk BIM Visualization Construction 118

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Managing a reputation for delivering high-quality projects, keeping your business profitable, your people productive, and your firm growing requires focus, commitment, and understanding. Business management software like ERP is built to handle this—but who can deliver? Running a successful construction firm is by no means an easy task.

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Software Software Construction ProCore 200

The Constructor

DECEMBER 20, 2011

Advertisement Hot Topics Recent Topics Most Viewed Most Discussed FOUR PHASES OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT WHAT IS PROJECT MANAGEMENT? Tweet Loading GET LATEST TOPICS IN YOUR EMAIL- SUBSCRIBE NOW. He is the founder of The Constructor and works in a reputed construction company.

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