Fieldwire

AUGUST 6, 2023

In this guest blog post for Fieldwire, Patrick Hogan explains five common challenges project managers face on construction projects. Each construction project poses unique challenges — this is why construction project managers have distinct roles and responsibilities to fulfill from project to project.

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Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

The term construction project management can be used to describe a vast number of tasks, roles and responsibilities. Additionally, the basics and essentials of budgeting, finance, organisation, scheduling, conflicts, and legal issues are also covered by the project manager. Construction Management 101. The basics. Initiation.

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Fieldwire

MARCH 5, 2024

Estimating project costs correctly and managing the budget accordingly are just as vital. All subcontractors make project cost estimation and budgeting errors. Follow these eight essential steps to estimate project costs and budget funds effectively to prevent grave miscalculations. Quality must take priority over price.

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Fieldwire

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

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). Management System. Perhaps most fundamentally, there needs to be a safety management system in place.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

For another, work delays from 2021 are likely to impact the risk of subcontractor default in 2022 and beyond. . The following standard financial ratios can help risk management teams evaluate potential trade partners during the subcontractor qualification process. SAFETY RATES & METRICS . Quick Ratio .

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

FDRsafety supports and promotes employers developing strong safety policies, training their employees and enforcing those policies. In such cases, management must rely on the training and workers using judgment to come up with a safe method for accomplishing the task. my estimate based on 50+ years in industry).

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FDR Safety

MARCH 12, 2015

When assessing the safety risks of a work task, the devil is in the details, and who knows the details better than the employees who perform the task. That is one of the guiding principles behind Task Based Risk Assessment, or TaBRA for short. TaBRA facilitates discussion about variables that could occur and create problems. .

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Among the most efficient construction technologies are building estimation software , cloud-based systems, building information modeling, and more. These are some but not the least solutions that can enhance the design, accounting, budget planning, on-site and business processes, and management. Construction Software.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 8, 2023

Because preconstruction offers the biggest opportunity to de-risk a project. Connect the design phases with downstream tasks like scoping, estimating , and buyout by ensuring data flows smoothly into these various processes. This is where connected bid management solutions comes in handy.

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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. While doing planning for the project, effective and clear estimate of the time and costs are done.

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Fieldwire

MARCH 1, 2022

The quality of the build and meeting pre-set safety and health targets may also be important factors in determining the success of construction work. Solid Risk Management. Solution: Set up a solid risk management program that is risk-appropriate and specific to a given construction project/workflow.

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HardHatChat

OCTOBER 18, 2016

For many companies, bringing a CFO on board is a major turning point that takes them from a small mom and pop shop to a large-scale firm with the capacity to manage complex construction projects. A lot of commercial construction firms view pre-construction services and estimating as the same thing, but we see them as two different animals.

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Lets Build

JULY 7, 2023

We’ll explore how you can use ChatGPT in your construction company to improve communication, scheduling, document management, safety, and more. Streamlining document management with ChatGPT ChatGPT also offers a streamlined approach to managing construction documents , including plans, specifications, and reports.

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The Constructor

JANUARY 29, 2012

This leads to the presentation of an Information Technology IT tool for construction project safety management Total-Safety and, in particular, a module within Total-Safety designed to help construction personnel develop method statements with improved levels of hazard identification.

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Lets Build

JULY 7, 2023

We’ll explore how you can use ChatGPT in your construction company to improve communication, scheduling, document management, safety, and more. Streamlining document management with ChatGPT ChatGPT also offers a streamlined approach to managing construction documents , including plans, specifications, and reports.

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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. Risk management. Be it legal, safety, costs, or delays, construction is a high-risk business.

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Lets Build

JULY 22, 2022

The principles of lean construction are nothing new, and most construction professionals understand the risks of not using an organised, proven process when taking on a new project. Manage opportunities and risk to maximise return on investment. This brings us to target value delivery. This brings us to target value delivery.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 22, 2018

Manage estimates, budgets and forecasts. Accurately estimate and manage LEAN construction programs and associated renovation, repair, and minor new construction projects. Clearly communicate work and project scope, deliver detailed line item estimates, and maintain operational efficiency and compliance. Components.

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Lets Build

JUNE 1, 2017

Is a certification necessary to get into construction management ? However, if the recent trends are anything to go by, a construction management degree or certification have almost become a requirement. Check out this awesome guide for #online certification in construction management Click To Tweet.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JUNE 21, 2011

Construction Cost Estimating Blog. Types of risks in construction. Risk in construction is fully integrated with every facets of construction life cycle. With construction risks construction projects may experience with ill defined scope, design and constructability issues and mismanaged vendors. Technical Risks.

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Lets Build

MAY 23, 2022

Any construction project is a complex web of targets, opportunities, challenges, and risks. Little wonder, then, that the global prefabricated buildings market will be worth an estimated $153 billion by 2026. There are fewer ambient risk factors. There is less risk of on-site accidents. A world of choice.

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Construction Junkie

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

There are now hundreds of construction-specific apps available, ranging from project management, to compliance and reporting, to photo documentation, to estimating, and many more. Construction technology has come a long, long way in the past decades. More info: ABC Tech Alliance | Associated Builders and Contractors.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 24, 2023

Lack of visibility Disconnects between the office and the field mean construction executives often have limited data and insights into budget, safety, and quality make it difficult to make critical project and business decisions. Decisions made using “bad data” are estimated to cost the industry $88.69 design and preconstruction.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 28, 2017

From project management to estimates and bids, Viewpoint has the construction tools to make all workers perform to the best of their ability. Follow and enforce safety protocols. Safety can often be underestimated by workers if their supervisors do not properly communicate safety procedures and potential risks to be aware of.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 14, 2019

Neglecting Safety Measures. Modern technologies have made it significantly easier to ensure that all-important safety steps get followed. We’re seeing wearable, connected safety equipment to monitor things like heart rate, heat and stress levels and more. The hiring and HR management processes can prove a difficult endeavor.

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Construction Cost Estimating

AUGUST 30, 2014

Construction Safety Management and Engineering, the much cherished book edited by Darryl C.Hill, has produced its second edition. This book has extensive coverage on implementation of safety and healthy programme of the construction companies. Hayslip does not disappoint in the chapter on excavation and trenching safety.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 13, 2023

Traditional thinking within the building enclosure industry may suggest the aesthetic and comfort features of interior spaces run counter to their safety and security capabilities. Research from SafeHome.org estimates that while property crime occurrences have fallen by 33 percent since 2010, violent crime in U.S.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 9, 2018

It is estimated that more than one million construction workers are exposed to asbestos-containing materials every year. was put on hold when air quality inspectors found signs of asbestos and no evidence the developer hired a certified contractor to remove the toxic material, putting workers’ lives at risk.

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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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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Home builders, electrical manufacturers and fire safety experts are on the front line in implementing solutions that can avoid costly damage and prevent injuries and deaths. NEC requirement adoption can vary by state and municipality, but it is important to follow full NEC guidelines to minimize the risk of electrical fires. .

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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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Construction Cost Estimating

JULY 2, 2013

Latista Technologies Inc recently launched LATISTA, an all-inclusive application in construction quality and field management. The users can apply it for Issues, QA/QC, Punchlist, Safety and Documents. It is a protected, cloud-based, web and mobile software that offers a effective solution to field management.

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Fieldwire

JANUARY 11, 2023

Another measure to reduce emissions is using a digital site management tool , which not only saves paper but also allows teams to limit trips between the office and the site. A construction management software will also reduce waste and improve jobsite productivity, therefore decreasing carbon emissions and production costs.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 15, 2022

After being a digital experience for the past two years, we’re excited to get back in person this year to bring together product users, managers, executives, business leaders, and software developers. Platform: What have you achieved by integrating tools across a platform to manage your project lifecycle and improve project delivery?

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 20, 2017

LEAN construction delivery – project and program management. The OpenJOC Job Order Contracting Framework enables centralized management and consistent deployment of best value and compliant processes, methods, and technologies to drive optimal renovation, repair, and construction outcomes. Attacking variation reduces risk.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 11, 2019

When you log into your ViewpointOne experience through Viewpoint Team , the web-based, collaborative document and project management solution that ties together the field and office, you’ll see a list of the projects you’re involved with. So what advantages are reaped by having an inter-connected, cloud-based construction management solution?

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Lets Build

MAY 11, 2022

Most construction companies, project managers , and contractors will deal with preliminaries in their construction contracts. Even though the owner might state which items qualify as prelims, it’s the contractor’s responsibility to claim the amounts for each of those items—they’re in the best position to estimate preliminary costs.

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