I want to reflect on all of the ways that builders could implement modular construction methods regardless of the design or the project management.
Tag: Design
Third Party Work Breakdown Structures – Why You Need One Every Time You Solicit Construction Quotes.
One of the biggest mistakes I see people make when they solicit the COW is making up their own list of line items.
A Tale of Two Professions – How Architecture and Procurement Align.
Throughout my procurement career, I have found many parallels between the process of architecture and the process of procurement.
Should you hire an engineer directly or through an architect
In last week’s article, I asserted that Architects are uniquely qualified to coordinate the various building systems of a project. I discussed the qualifications and training that makes them better suited to this task and gave my own experience of failure when the roles were reversed. Today I want to address a growing trend I…
When do You Need a Permit? (Part 4) Work Permits
As part of this multi-part series on the most common construction permits, this entry addresses the 6 considerations of work permits. Click here to read the first part where I explain the 6 considerations in detail. Click here to read the second part where I review zoning applications. Click here to read the third part where I…
When do You Need a Permit? (Part 1)
This series will discuss the three most common approvals you might need.
What are the phases of work of a typical project?
No matter how big or small, all construction projects follow the same basic phases of work. Spending an appropriate amount of time (relative to project complexity) at each phase can mean the difference between the success or failure of your project. If you try to skip a phase or fail to perform the proper due…
A new direction for Procurpro!
The interview I went out to North Carolina for went well. The Company made an offer and I have accepted. I am thrilled to be working with some great people in a great Company. I begin work next Tuesday. The downside is I won’t be able to continued marketing Procurpro while I work for my new Company….
How to avoid change orders on roof replacement.
The couple stood their in front of their home with their roof exposed and a pile of old roof tiles on the front lawn…Basically, there is no choice but to accept the change order and move on.
10 questions to ask a Contractor Reference.
Most people know that one of the best ways to qualify a contractor is to request references, but most never actually call. It might be that some think call a reference is a waste of time or possibly that you are imposing on the reference, but it is surprising how willing some folks are to…
My marketing plan
I do believe that content marketing is a valuable marketing strategy. As such, it is at the center of my marketing strategy, but to satisfy more immediate needs, I also need to employ more traditional marketing techniques.
How Owner’s influence Scope
One of the most important factors in the success of a construction project is having a quality Scope of Work. Scope of Work is the definition of what you expect your service providers to do for you. A service provider could be an Architect or a Contractor. You should have a Scope of Work for…