What are “As Built” Drawings & How to Make Them As built drawings are an essential part of every construction project. The main purpose of an as-built drawing is to replicate how the contractor built the project and identify what changes were made throughout the course of constructing the project. The final sets of as-built […]
5 Signs Your Company Needs Construction Management Software
5 Signs Your Company Needs Construction Management Software Designed for you, the Subcontractor Every contractor in the industry knows that as the world gets more complex, so do their construction projects. Over the last decade, the world of construction has jumped headfirst into the future. From innovations in tools and building materials to the […]
Effective Construction Meeting: A Construction Project Game Changer
Effective Daily Construction Meeting: A Construction Project Game Changer Effective communication over the course of a construction project is one of the most important factors in a project’s success. Unfortunately, maintaining communication with the numerous groups of people working on a project is not so easy. Things can often get lost in translation leading to […]
The Best States for Construction Jobs in 2023
The construction industry in the United States is thriving, with a multitude of opportunities for job seekers in various states. Whether you’re a skilled tradesperson, a project manager, or an aspiring construction professional, finding the right location to kickstart or advance your construction career is crucial. In this article, we’ll explore the best states for […]
How to Increase Productivity in Construction Using Time Cards
How to Increase Productivity in Construction Using Time Cards Why are time cards important in construction? Like with any other business, keeping a close record of the hours that employees work is important for maintaining efficiency. In construction, time cards should not only record the amount of time worked, but also should include what […]
What is a purchase requisition in construction?
What is a purchase requisition in construction? In construction, a purchase requisition is a document generated by a certain sector of the company which notifies the purchasing department on items that it needs to order. This document normally includes the quantity of the items and the time-frame in which they are required. In other words, […]
5 tips for conducting effective meetings on the jobsite
5 Tips for Conducting Effective Meetings on the Jobsite 1. Come prepared and organized Make the most out of every meeting you hold on the jobsite. By preparing ahead of time and organizing direct subject topics to cover during the meeting, you put your own time and your employees time to good use. When […]
Top Hazardous Substances on Construction Sites
Top Hazardous Substances on Construction Sites Working on a construction site can pose various risks for field workers. Construction sites often contain many hazardous substances such as dust, fumes, and gases that can be extremely harmful to worker’s health and wellbeing. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, almost 2,000 construction workers dealt with […]
The difference between a Purchase Order and an Invoice
The difference between a Purchase Order and an Invoice What is a construction purchase order? Construction purchase orders, or (POs), are formal documents sent from buyers to sellers that request orders for products. They can be viewed as contracts that bind the buyer and the seller through the products being sold. In commercial construction, subcontractors […]
How “Pushing Paper” is Crushing Your Bottom Line
How “Pushing Paper” is Crushing Your Bottom Line With disruptive technologies such as cloud-based project management and mobile apps making their way onto jobsites, the construction industry has begun to see a dramatic change in how project data is stored and accessed from start to finish. Traditionally, field workers collected information and brought […]
4 Major Benefits That Field Reporting Tech Can Do For Your Subcontractor Firm
4 Major Benefits That Field Reporting Tech Can Do For Your Subcontractor Firm Given all of the paperwork that is part and parcel of a construction project, it’s understandable that project managers and superintendents don’t particularly want to do more. And given all of the updating that does go on throughout the project process, […]
The Different Types of Drywall
The Different Types of Drywall Drywall, also known as gypsum board, wallboard, and plasterboard, is gypsum plaster sandwiched between two thick sheets of paper. This popular interior wall finish began to replace plaster in the 1950’s due to easier installation and cost benefits. Today, drywall is the standard wall covering used in the United […]
How to Build Trust in the Field
How to Build Trust in the Field Trust in the construction field is essential in fostering relationships and reducing project costs. With so many different parties working together, team-building, partnering, and alternate dispute resolution can help increase cooperation among everyone on the construction team. Benefits of Building Trust Reduces uncertainty- Better communication equals […]
Construction Tips for Higher Profit Margins
Construction Tips for Higher Profit Margins on Every Project Failing to achieve desired profit margins in construction is often due to poor project management, documentation and underestimation of materials and time needed to complete a project. Often, project managers fail to communicate goals effectively, and inaccurate calculations are made which result in low bid […]
The Environmental Impacts of Renewable Energy and its Impact on the Construction Industry
The Environmental Impacts of Renewable Energy and its Impact on the Construction Industry “Renewable energy is derived from sources which are naturally replenished and practically inexhaustible.” Renewable energy is a “greener” more sustainable way to consume energy that will create a long-term solution to the exhaustion of fossil fuels. The world has been hugely […]