Cost Estimators Winning Work With BIM

Project awards are the lifeblood of a company’s survivability, particularly in times of economic recession.  Veteran members of architecture and construction firms strive to cultivate trust and the kind of relationships with their clients that usurps competition and all but guarantees the next business opportunity.  However, with issues such as the economy, shareholder satisfaction, and the fear of losing the “competitive edge” a relationship built on trust and repetitive successes can still easily fall prey to the hunt.  In this industry it is common that project awards are made based on a combination of factors, where relationships carry only a portion of weight.

Becoming an Invited Bidder

How can you as a contractor increase your chances of being invited to bid on a project in this competitive market? Here are a few tips from those in the business.

Before You Start a Project

Green Considerations: Focus on Concrete

Contractor Registration and Licensing

Licensing tips for contractors

Pre-Bid Site Inspection

Minimize the risk of oversight in bidding site work with these important tips…

A Look at Contractor Failure: Part 2

Valuable contractor survival tips for long-term economic viability. 

Local Renovation Projects Looking to JOC (Job Order Contracting) to Cut Costs

JOC (Job Order Contracting) is a delivery method to streamline the costs of renovation within various facilities. JOC is used primarily for renovation projects under $10million and is established as an IDIQ contract between the owner and designated JOC contractor.

Metal Roofing Maintenance & Repair

Metal roof construction varies significantly, but the areas that almost universally require remedial treatment are fasteners, seams, projections and penetrations, rooftop equipment, rust and failed coatings.

A Look at Contractor Failure: Part 1