Top Online Purchase Order Systems Completing and tracking purchase orders is a common daily task in the construction industry. Because of this, maintaining an efficient purchase order system is vitally important. Unfortunately, with so many different materials and expenses to keep track of throughout a project, construction companies risk making mistakes along the way. […]
The Importance of a Schedule of Values (SOV) in Construction
The Importance of a Schedule of Values (SOV) in Construction A schedule of values commonly referred to as SOV is a comprehensive documented list of work that was done on a particular project. SOV’s are an essential part of every construction project. Without a SOV, contractors and labor workers would not be able to […]
Breaking Down the Barriers to Achieve Higher Construction Productivity
Breaking Down the Barriers to Achieve Higher Construction Productivity Productivity barriers are something that all businesses deal with at some point or another and the construction industry is no exception. Whether its higher costs, additional risks, or lack of innovation, productivity barriers can have devastating effects on construction business efficiency. So, what are these barriers […]
5 Ways Concrete Construction Software can help Subcontractors
5 Ways Concrete Construction Software can help Subcontractors While the construction industry may have struggled in the past decade, these hard economic times are now over. The future looks extremely promising and it’s expected to grow around 6% this year alone. With the construction demand steadily growing, concrete subcontractors need to start looking at tools […]
What are as built drawings & how to make them
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, […]