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Construction Process

Construction purchase order

Construction purchase order

It is always advisable to have a binding contract or agreement before money or goods change hands when doing business....
Civil Engineering Projects

Civil Engineering Projects

Humans have been using their intelligence for centuries to solve everyday problems and make life easier. Engineering involves the conception,...
Construction Project Management

Construction Project Management

As cliché as it is, large construction projects almost always go beyond time and budget. Research suggests that large projects...
Construction Contract

Negotiating Construction Contracts

Whether you are a client, contractor, or subcontractor, learning negotiation skills can spell success or doom for your business. Learning...
How are dams built

How are dams built?

A dam is a structure commonly built across a river or stream to create a large reservoir behind it. We...

Construction Document Management Best Practices

As a construction manager, you signed up to manage a project, but you have a lot of paperwork on your...

The Construction Submittal Process

In the current atmosphere of the construction industry, it is now more important than ever to stay ahead of your...

Creating & Managing A Construction Budget

Managing and budgeting for a construction project is a process that requires a lot of planning for a project's success....

The 5 Types Of Construction

We use buildings daily; however, most people do not know how to construct them or the type of construction that...

Construction management: Salary, Skills & The Role

Construction management is a long and demanding process in construction. It is the foundation of success for construction projects. As...

How to find construction subcontractors

Most general contractors tend to outsource a significant portion of the project's work from subcontractors. This may be because they...

How To Successfully Bid a Construction Job

Most contractors land their jobs through bidding. If a contractor is reserved about bidding, the business is likely to starve...

Construction Sites: Types, safety & tips

In engineering, construction is a method that involves assembling infrastructure using a detailed plan and different materials. Other than materials,...
Understanding Cost Performance Index

Understanding Cost Performance Indexes

The Cost Performance Index (CPI) is a metric that influences construction management decisions globally. However, a low CPI does not...

Construction Procurement Process Explained

For a project manager to successfully deliver a project, they need to have a proper construction procurement process. How organizations...

Bid Leveling: What is it? Is it important?

The bidding process is hectic for clients as they must be on the lookout to ensure that they are not...

Getting started with Building Permits

Before you start developing your piece of land, you need approvals from the local or federal government, which are referred...

What is Construction Planning: The steps for success

Construction planning is the first step in integrating all the project activities within a given time frame and budget. It...
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The Ultimate Guide To Construction Accounting

If you own a construction business, then accounting correctly for your sales and costs is ultra-important. The plain truth is...

Substantial Completion

Substantial completion is one of the significant stages that affect the rights and duties of the owner and client of...

Common Construction Contract Types Explained

No two construction projects are alike, and there is a need to have different construction contracts to meet all the...

The key principles of lean construction

Lean construction is a method of designing systems in construction to minimize effort, time, and material wastage. It ensures that...

Building a Commercial Building: From start to finish

When it comes to building a commercial building, there are many factors you need to take into consideration, some of...

The 6 Stages of Construction

If you want to venture into construction, you are probably curious about turning your idea into reality. Construction projects vary...
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