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ABC Announces 2018 Excellence in Construction Award Winners

by Maggie Murphy | Mar 29, 2019
Business | Diversity | Project Delivery | Total Human Health

Associated Builders and Contractors honored 92 projects collectively worth nearly $3.7 billion at the 29th annual Excellence in Construction® Awards gala during ABC Convention 2019 in Long Beach, California. The EIC awards program is the industry’s leading competition that honors both general and specialty contractors for innovative and high-quality merit shop construction projects.

Project Management Demands Increase in Today’s Volatile Construction Market

Improving the foundation of project management through TVO, supply chain integration and a unified buy-make-move-fulfill process will prepare the industry for consistent and meaningful growth in the coming years.

How Organizational Change Management Can Improve a Project’s Bottom Line

Organizational change management can greatly contribute to a project’s bottom line. Data from numerous sources shows a direct correlation between change management effectiveness and the likelihood of success.

Three Reasons Lean Construction Principles Are Still Valid

by Kevin Clary | Jan 24, 2019
Business | Business Development | Project Delivery | Project Management

Though lean construction is hardly a quick fix, the concepts are not only valid, but can create dramatic improvements in scheduling, budget and delivery when implemented correctly.

Tips for Creating or Enhancing a Preconstruction Department

by Alan MacNair | Jan 17, 2019
Business | Business Development | Project Delivery | Project Management

Preconstruction managers must carefully observe and listen to clients to exceed their expectations. To compete among the top contractors, become a trusted adviser and stay on top of details.

Heating Tips to Keep Construction Jobs Running in Winter

by Patrick Heintz | Jan 11, 2019
Markets | Project Delivery | Project Management

A sophisticated heating and drying system designed by an experienced contractor helps keep sites cleaner and safer and speeds up construction schedules—all while reducing fuel costs and potential risks and staying on budget.

Changing the Way America Builds With Design-Build

by Lisa Washington | Jan 10, 2019
Business | Business Development | Project Delivery | Project Management

The increased use of design-build is allowing collaboration and innovation to flourish, saving time and money on projects that used to be burdened with cost overruns, schedule delays and litigation.

Control Scope Creep With Improved Project and Change Management

by Andrew D. Mendelson | Dec 13, 2018
Business | Contracts | Project Delivery | Project Management

Diligent project management and change management can effectively control scope creep to preserve intended profit margins and prevent client miscommunications.

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ABC Announces 2018 Excellence in Construction Award Winners

Project Management Demands Increase in Today’s Volatile Construction Market

How Organizational Change Management Can Improve a Project’s Bottom Line

Three Reasons Lean Construction Principles Are Still Valid

Tips for Creating or Enhancing a Preconstruction Department

Heating Tips to Keep Construction Jobs Running in Winter

Changing the Way America Builds With Design-Build

Control Scope Creep With Improved Project and Change Management

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