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Construction Project Closeout

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We’ve all been there, stuck on that job that everyone has left, construction project closeout is not fun, but it’s a necessary evil of every project. Quality and Issue Closeout. Financial Closeout. Focusing on these areas won’t necessarily guarantee a successful closeout but will put you on the right track.

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New Year’s Resolutions for Commercial Contractors: Goals and Strategies for Growth

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Pretty much any national general contractor will tell you they’re in the client service business, but over the years we’ve developed a philosophy that focuses on building relationships with our clients so that we’re a trusted construction partner, not just another vendor. Focus on client relationships, not just client services.

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Common Types of Construction Contracts And Their Use

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As not every project is the same, there are various types of contracts between the owner and contractor which depending upon which is chosen can change your responsibilities drastically. For the examples I’ll be using a 10 storey office tower as the example building. Construction Management Contracts.

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Construction Budgeting 101

Autodesk Construction Cloud

For this reason, it’s important to understand and implement cost management best practices. Build relationships with people who are honest, transparent, and good at communicating. You’re less likely to run into miscommunication, which helps to avoid issues such as misaligned expectations and change orders. Iron out the scope.

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Understanding the Performance and Monitoring Phase of Construction

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Also, the general contractor or project manager will check on the subs constantly to ensure that they’re doing the work according to the contract, staying on top of deadlines, and maintaining the budget. It typically starts when the actual construction begins and ends upon project closeout. How long does it last?

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Preconstruction Meeting: A Quick Guide to Success   

Autodesk Construction Cloud

They ensure everyone is on the same page from the get-go, on topics as diverse as how change orders how the chain of communication will be handled on site. Overall, nearly a third of building projects fail or underperform. These are essential for preconstruction planning and for kicking off builds and keeping them strong throughout.

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8 Must-Haves for a Construction Management Platform

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With an average of only 2% of projects coming in on time, on budget and to the satisfaction of all stakeholders,1 more and more innovative contractors, owners and engineers are overcoming these challenges utilizing using an integrated construction project management platform. Better-connected office and field teams.