Construction Manager vs. General Contractor: What’s the Difference? There are so many different companies and people involved in a construction project—owner, architect, general contractor, construction manager, various specialty trades each with their own project manager and more—that it truly is a cacophony of different sounds. For all these entities to make beautiful music together (i.e. […]
What is Project Management Issue Tracking?
What is Project Management Issue Tracking? Project Managers work diligently to ensure that their projects get completed on time and on budget. It is a challenging job because problems will inevitably arise from nowhere. If these issues don’t get identified and resolved promptly, the project can suffer extreme time delays and cost impacts. Construction projects […]
How to Plan Quality Control into Your Construction
How to Plan Quality Control into Your Construction Ensuring quality projects is essential in making sure your client is happy with their end product. In construction, a quality control plan looks at specific areas of a project that may affect the quality and then outlines how those areas will be controlled. These areas could […]
The Value of the Construction Submittal Review Process
The Value of the Construction Submittal Review Process Submittals are an essential part of every construction project. They are valued as a tool to keep track of materials used and the overall progress of a project according to the agreed contract, similar to a schedule of values. Submittals are created before and during construction and […]
Different Types of Electrician Licenses and Their Purpose
Different Types of Electrician Licenses and Their Purpose Electricians are skilled and licensed tradesmen who primarily install and maintain electrical systems. This encompasses a wide set of tasks, from installing lighting to troubleshooting faulty wiring. Compared to other construction-based jobs, electricians are required to go through a heavy amount of training and licensing in order […]
7 Reasons Going Paperless Can Improve Your Construction Firms Operations
7 Reasons Going Paperless Can Improve Your Construction Firms Operations It’s no secret that green business is a growing trend throughout all industries. What you might not know, is the multitude of benefits that green business can offer. While most people know about the environmental benefits that green business, such as going paperless, can […]
Benefits of Using a Construction Contractor Daily Reporting App
Benefits of Using a Construction Contractor Daily Reporting App Daily reports are an important document used in the construction industry used to keep track of activities. These reports record all on-site work and often include hours worked, type of work, equipment used, completed tasks, and much more. Why are these reports so important? […]
Field Works Mobile App 3.4 for Android and iOS
Labor is the biggest cost to subcontractors, and this new feature will reduce the errors in payroll and provide more accurate cost reports to protect your company’s profits. Bridging the gap between the office and the field requires a project management system that incorporates real time updates from an integrated mobile application. To ensure successful […]
The 5 Best Ways to Manage Correspondence Process Systems
Correspondence process systems are vital to not just construction businesses and projects; all companies worldwide should take a serious approach to their correspondence management system. How a company handles correspondence reflects their professionalism, organization, and capabilities. Correspondence management is a company’s process of receiving, responding, recording, and sending information about a construction project or project […]
Organizing Your Cloud-based Virtual Filing Cabinet
Organizing Your Cloud-based Virtual Filing Cabinet The benefits of implementing a virtual filing cabinet are essentially endless. Whether it’s instant access, unlimited storage or improved data accuracy, cloud-based filing cabinets offer it all. Gone are the days of scrounging around for misplaced documents and wasting time organizing stacks of paperwork. The future is here […]
How are other construction firms avoiding claims and mitigating risk?
Subcontractors using eSUB Construction Software declare the platform surpasses other general contractor-based solutions by providing them the ability to actually manage their business and mitigate risks that effect their profitability. Only eSUB will give you the ability to monitor your actual progress against your estimate. Crucial questions and answers to protecting your business. Are you […]
Top 5 Reasons Why You Need eSUB for Your HVAC Company
Top 5 Reasons Why You Need eSUB for Your HVAC Company If you have given any thought into transitioning your HVAC company to a digital based software to better manage your projects, business, and information; reading the 5 points below will help you better understand how much a virtual platform can improve the efficiency and […]
How to Implement a Corporate Management Structure and Solution
How to Implement a Corporate Management Structure and Solution Implementing a corporate management structure is essential to the success and coordination of a project. A Management structure not only fosters better interactions but reduces confusion amongst team members as well. Without an organizational structure, disruptions, broken communication and conflict are likely to occur. When developing a […]
How AIA Pay Applications in Construction Work
How AIA Pay Applications in Construction Work What are AIA Pay Applications? An AIA contract, which stands for American Institute of Architects contract, is designed to protect the interest of architects when hired to work on a construction project. An AIA is a document that contains completed contract billing throughout the project; this document was […]
Five Ways Drywall Software Can Help Drywall Contractors
Five Ways Drywall Software Can Help Drywall Contractors As demand for drywall services steadily increases in 2022, competition and the labor shortage is forcing subcontractors to seek ways to increase their profit and competitive edge. General Contractors are also focused on low bids, which forces firms to squeeze their margins. So, how do subcontractors address […]