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A Request For Proposal (RFP) and a Request For Quote (RFQ) are very similar, and many use the terms interchangeably, but these two processes are not the same. They both serve the same purpose of obtaining bids from vendors, but in very different ways. Construction project managers need to understand the difference between RFPs and…

Securing zoning approvals and building permits are critical steps in the preconstruction process. Delays here will set your project back weeks or even months, so it’s important to know what you’re up against and how to navigate the requirements during preconstruction to get your project started as soon as possible. Let’s walk through the zoning,…

Supply chain management has become increasingly challenging for the construction industry. Transportation costs have increased steadily since the pandemic. And many building materials are entirely out of stock or have extended lead times. In addition, sustainability is quickly becoming a driving factor in design. Architects and engineers are increasingly specifying cost-effective, eco-friendly solutions in their…

Creating a construction budget is integral to the preconstruction process, but the construction budgeting process begins long before that. A comprehensive construction budget includes all the costs associated with the constructed asset from concept through decommissioning.  This is important because accurate construction budgeting is essential for meeting the project’s goals while staying on schedule and…

The preconstruction phase is the most crucial step in the construction process and sets the stage for successful project completion. Hands down, if your project’s going sideways, it’s always because of something you didn’t plan well or could not have anticipated. Either way, a well-planned and thoroughly executed preconstruction period can save you time, energy,…

Workforce development in the construction industry used to mean apprenticeships, trade schools, and good old-fashioned On-the-Job Training (OJT). Very few construction companies had active outreach programs for recruiting new talent. And even fewer companies invested in training programs to upskill their existing workforce.   But the demand for skilled craft workers, forepersons, superintendents, and project managers…