Many contractors are incredibly busy, but somehow their profits are not reflecting how hard they work. For many business owners, it seems that there is so much time spent just
Design-Build vs. Design-Bid-Build: What is Best for the Contractor?
There used to be one model for construction project delivery: design-bid-build. In this model, the owner first hires an architectural firm to design the building. The architect hands off the
What Construction Contractors Need to Know to Make a Profit
As a construction contractor, you know that hard work and quality results matter. You hold yourself and your workers to a high standard and your customers love your work. But
How to Become a Successful Construction Contractor
Every business leader wants to see their business grow. If you want to become a successful construction contractor, you should look to other successful contractors to see what they are
Technology for Contractors
Technology has revolutionized the way we live. It has also revolutionized the way we work. But one thing that has remained pretty constant is the way we build. Houses are
What is the Best Way to Manage a Construction Project?
Construction project management is as old as construction itself. From the time of the great pyramids, workers, materials, and other resources had to be managed to successfully complete a project.
How Contractors Can Escape the Office
If you’re a construction contractor, chances are you didn’t get into the business because you like sitting behind a desk. Contractors are doers by nature. They want to get out
Why Every Contractor Should Use Construction Management Software
Construction contracting, like every business sector, has benefited from the advancement of technology. Many contractors think that their primary skill set should include the tools, methods, and management of construction.
What is Vendor Management for Property Managers?
As a property manager, you will have a number of vendors. Your vendors are all of the contractors whom you hire to do work on your property. These Vendors include
The Benefits of Using Estimating Software
Before the advent of personal computing, estimating was more of an art than a science. Contractors had no choice but to estimate by hand. That meant combining a good dose