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How to Manage Compliance for Construction Success

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These days, many contractors are faced with managing larger, more complex projects on a regular basis. Construction management is challenging, in no small part because the industry is governed by a plethora of regulations. Insurance and bonding requirements. Wage and union payroll agreements. Building codes.

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Commercial Construction Strategies: Flagship Stores to Footprint Expansion

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Bringing the general contractor in as early as possible and negotiating with them to manage these challenges for you will ensure a smooth and successful project. And, of course, the desire to use union vs non-union labor can dramatically influence costs and timelines.

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8 essential steps for effective project cost estimation and budgeting

Fieldwire

Estimating project costs correctly and managing the budget accordingly are just as vital. Calculate labor costs Labor costs include worker wages, taxes, insurance premiums, retirement contributions, vacation and sick leaves, and union dues. Technologize budget management Responsibly spending funds is a different skill.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

MANAGEMENT |. INSURANCE |. General Management. People Management. Equipment Management. Other reports that are typically offered include: EEO/Minority Compliance, Workers’ Compensation, Union Reporting, and the ability to create countless custom reports. construction management. document management.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

MANAGEMENT |. INSURANCE |. General Management. People Management. Equipment Management. In fact, he turned his father’s small grave-digging business into a large union excavation business. Better Project Management through Better Communication. construction management. document management.

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Seven Construction Associations You Should Consider Joining

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Other benefits: Some associations provide financial benefits, such as discounts to car rentals, insurance, supplies and other items. Union organizations are not listed here, but also provide many similar benefits to members. Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA). Green Project Management (GPM).

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Q2 Construction Labor Costs $28.13/Hour

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Activities of these establishments generally are managed at a fixed place of business, but they usually perform construction activities at multiple project sites. Union Membership and Representation. . . Union membership and representation. Members of unions (percent of wage and salary workers). Construction managers.