Navigating the Crossroads: The High Cost of Inaction for Small Subcontractors in Commercial Construction

Navigating the Crossroads: The High Cost of Inaction for Small Subcontractors in Commercial Construction

Over the past few years, the construction industry has seen a shift toward the adoption of software for project documentation, field communications, and project management. What has become a cornerstone of modern practices in other industries is now becoming a standard practice in construction. Yet, some construction subcontractors remain resistant to this change, often underestimating […]

7 Signs You Need an Electrical Contractor electrical contractor

7 Signs You Need an Electrical Contractor

  Electrical contractors are some of the most important people on a job site. They are responsible for the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems in a construction project. An electrical contractor is also responsible for ensuring that the systems are safe, functional, and environmentally friendly.    In addition to providing an essential job […]

How to Reduce Construction Costs

How to Reduce Construction Costs

With local economies improving in many places around the world, the number of new commercial construction projects is growing. Managers for commercial construction projects have many tasks to handle at once, especially when the number of expected projects to complete is continuously increasing. Construction project managers must do market research, communicate with the owners of […]

Top 8 Causes of Cost Overruns in Construction

Top 8 Causes of Cost Overruns in Construction

Cost overruns are the unfortunate norm in the construction industry, which is notorious for being late and over budget. Additionally, the construction industry’s productivity has been pretty stagnant year over year, with almost 90% of construction workers classifying the industry as unproductive. To understand the causes of cost overruns and why they are so typical […]

How to Estimate a Construction Project How to Estimate a Construction Project

How to Estimate a Construction Project

Accurate cost estimation for a construction project is crucial for creating and maintaining a budget for project costs. Read more to learn how to estimate a construction project.  Article Overview: — Construction project estimate terminology that you need to learn and know.  — Key elements of a construction project estimate to ensure accuracy and getting […]

10 Tips for Holding a Safety Stand-Down Tips for Holding a Safety Stand-Down

10 Tips for Holding a Safety Stand-Down

Construction is a dangerous industry; workers are susceptible to injury because they face a wide range of hazards on job sites. The most common injuries in the construction industry stem from collapsed scaffolding, falling from heights, electrocution, failing to use correct protective gear, and collapsing trenches. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) under the US […]