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Choosing the most effective project management methodology depends on several factors. For instance, if you’re building a house with a small framing crew, a finish carpenter, and a few subcontractors, you need a simple methodology that’s fast and efficient. However, suppose you’re building a skyscraper or constructing a large capital project with a multi-year timeline…

The Critical Path Method (CPM) is a powerful tool for construction project management. By identifying the essential tasks required to finish the project on time, CPM can help project managers design a master schedule, proactively identify potential problems, and keep their projects on track. What is the critical path method? The critical path method (CPM)…

Project management information systems (PMIS) help busy construction professionals create, collect, store, and control the flow of information related to their projects. Moreover, owners and project managers can analyze the data stored in their project management information systems to make better decisions now and in the future.   A PMIS can be a valuable tool for…

Construction software apps are increasing in popularity. The potential of this software to help contractors communicate, collaborate, track, and inform is too beneficial to ignore. There are many options available from high-end to common to general to niche. How can you choose the right project management software for the job?  The first quality of a…

When project managers make mistakes, it can lead to cost and schedule overruns, decreased revenue, legal trouble, and more. Here are the top five project manager errors: 1. Produce inaccurate estimates Producing inaccurate estimates is probably the biggest errors project managers make. Project managers (or estimators) tally numerous quantities during pre-construction planning. They need to count…

Managing a construction project is a complex task. Most projects experience significant delays and cost overruns. The best construction management software can alleviate a lot of problems. Web-based construction software includes construction scheduling tools, project management financial tracking, and collaboration tools. It’s increasingly making project management more straightforward, leading to fewer delays and excess costs. …