Contractor project management software might not seem different from project management software for subcontractors, but they have strong differences. The work general contractors and subcontractors do day to day is incredibly different and requires a separate software solution. A subcontractor can maximize their profits and the return on investment for the software simply by using […]
Ways to Improve Your Construction Management Process
Successful project managers are always looking for new ways to improve their construction management process. A successful process can improve project completion times, communication, and even impact future projects. Many construction projects end up over time or over budget which hurts the subcontractors that work on them. Improving the construction management process can help improve […]
The Best in 2019 – BIM Design, Subcontractor Project Management, and Accounting
After decades of low productivity and operating under manual processes, the construction industry is finally starting to acknowledge the productivity gains that can be achieved with technology. And technology vendors recognize this and are flooding the market with solutions. According to global management consulting firm McKinsey &Company, there are more than 2,400 construction technology solutions! […]
Reasons for Using Cloud Based Collaboration in Construction
Reasons for Using Cloud Based Collaboration in Construction Construction work isn’t just field work, there are teams of office and field workers using cloud based collaboration to complete projects. Cloud based collaboration in construction works to connect the field and office as well as general contractors with subcontractors. Cloud storage and software is no longer […]
What is Integrated Project Management?
When implementing new software, creating a product, or delivering a service, specific processes are in place to achieve specific goals. To do so successfully, a project manager is appointed to lead the charge. There are different methodologies in place to ensure the project meets the specific success criteria. One of those methodologies is integrated project […]
How VDC Software Improves Responses to RFIs and Change Orders to Increase Productivity
There is a shift in the mentality of the construction industry in part due to the push by architects and engineers to adopt VDC software. VDC software is more than just a suite of new tools that can view three-dimensional buildings; it’s a process and a mindset that is changing how things are built. As […]
How to Improve Operational Efficiency in Construction with BIM Modeling
BIM modeling is a hot topic in construction, analysts and forecasters are betting on how it will shape the industry. One of the more significant areas where BIM can impact construction is in operational efficiency. Since BIM modeling can predict and showcase many possibilities and potential issues while generating loads of valuable information, it can […]
Project Management Basics Every Project Manager Needs to Master
Project managers play a significant role. They are responsible for driving a project from planning towards execution. But how do they get there? The specific responsibilities of a project manager differ from the type of project and industry. However, there are project management basics that every project manager needs to master regardless of the kind […]
Tips for Defining Construction Project Management Scope of Work
The construction project management scope of work is like a playbook for every project. It defines the project, who is expected to do what work. Scopes that aren’t well-defined usually lead to confusion and miscommunication and delay. While those that are well-defined make projects easier to navigate. Here are some ways to improve your construction […]
9 Tips to Destroy Data Silos in 2019
For decades the construction industry has lacked productivity gains. Why is this? Even as construction firms have shifted to adopt technology, many have sided with implementing short-term point solutions to address departmental needs for automating tasks. However, this approach only masks problems and exacerbates the negative impact data silos have on the enterprise construction company […]
What is Structural Design in Civil Engineering?
Civil engineering is considered the second-oldest engineering discipline, with military engineering considered the oldest. Civil engineering is a professional discipline that deals with the design, construction and maintenance of the physically and naturally built environment, especially public sector works such as roads, bridges, dams, highways, airports, pipelines, sewage and drainage systems, railways, ports and all […]
Document Attachments Have Never Been Easier than with BIM 360 and eSUB
As every subcontractor who has haggled for payment knows, “You don’t get paid for the work you do, you get paid for the work you document.” That is why document control is at the center of many construction project management solutions. Proper documentation including document attachments can make the difference between getting paid and getting […]
Best Ways BIM Management Software Improves Communication to Field Operations
Ways BIM Management Software Improves Communication to Field Operations Many designers and contractors develop a building information model (BIM) to deliver a virtual 3D model of the building. BIM serves to help architects, engineers, and contractors plan, design, construct, and manage buildings more efficiently and effectively. In order to manage BIM, teams rely on BIM […]
Best Practices for Health & Safety in Construction
Construction work is one of the riskiest jobs in America. In fact, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the “fatal injury rate in construction is higher than the national average in all industries.” The manual labor, the heavy machinery, the noise, the heights…those are just some of the risks on an active […]
eSUB Academy Arrives in Oakland at the JB Knowledge ConTech Roadshow on December 5
Get the most value out of eSUB with tips, tricks, and one-on-one time with eSUB experts at the JB Knowledge ConTech Roadshow Oakland OAKLAND REGISTRATION Register Now! eSUB Academy delivers valuable live training and networking with eSUB product experts and users. Join us at eSUB Academy and you will walk away with helpful tips and […]