Improve Project Delivery With More Timely Job Costing
Timely job costing helps contractors understand where the project stands and functions as a source of truth for the entire project team.
Construction Companies Must Prepare for a Surge of Third-Party Contractors
By planning, implementing open standards of communication and leveraging technology, construction companies can establish a blueprint for successful operations, no matter how many contractors are needed for a project.
Cash Flow Considerations in the Bidding Process
By considering cash flow in the bidding process, a contractor should be better prepared to complete each phase of construction based on the inflow and outflow of cash.
Contractors on Private Projects Also Need Bonding
Surety bonds can protect private construction project owners from contractor default, but general contractors should consider them as protection against subcontractor default.
How to Choose the Right Concrete
Armed with this information, contractors should be able to better decipher the differences between types of concrete, and determine the type that is best for specific projects.
End Change Order Request Confusion
If there isn’t a single way of tracking change orders, every involved party will come up with their own method—and all too often this will lead to missed requests and cost overruns. Here are three approaches to improving COR communication and getting a better handle on the process.
Eight Obstacles to Running a Lean Construction Business
The best way to gain competitive advantages is to be as lean as possible. One of the best places to start is by eliminating, or at least minimizing, the eight most common areas of waste in lean construction.
Three Safety Myths About Propane-Powered Construction Equipment
Propane is commonplace on jobsites, powering everything from jobsite heaters to scissor lifts. While many contractors are familiar with this energy source, misinformation still exists about propane—especially with regard to its safety.
