Building Radar

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Grasping the burden rate in construction is also vital for accurate budgeting. Implementing key strategies for maintaining financial control in construction projects ensures that projects stay on track financially. It involves careful planning, monitoring, and controlling of financial resources.

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iField Smart

JANUARY 4, 2025

To mitigate these risks, the construction industry must implement robust cost control strategies. But how can we ensure that projects stay within budget and deliver on time? Heres Our Top Picks On How To Cost Control in Construction Projects: We did some research and found that to control costs and mitigate the risk of overruns, 1.

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The Pro Builder

JANUARY 2, 2024

But customized designs, even with prefab components, can end up extending the schedule and increasing the budget. Their collaboration enables homeowners or builders to select from Hereabout’s list of preexisting, ready-to-use design plans, then build the home using B.PUBLIC’s prefab floor, roof, and wall panels.

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Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Modular Construction Building Codes 264

LetsBuild

JUNE 2, 2023

The success of any construction project hinges on multiple factors, including budgeting and scheduling, which impact the project’s completion. In fact, most contractors usually add a 10% margin error into their budgets and timelines as a contingency.

Project Management 98

Project Management Construction Management Budgeting Schedule Management 98

Workflow Management

MAY 2, 2025

TL;DR: Aligning job costing with the RIBA Plan of Work improves financial clarity, budget control, and project efficiency. WorkflowMax helps British architects and firms track expenses, manage resources, and gain real-time insights at every stagefrom strategic definition to building use.

Building Automation 52

Building Automation Cost Control Building Controls Budgeting 52

iField Smart

JANUARY 8, 2025

Rising material costs, labour shortages plus complex projects mean we need to be smarter with our budgets without compromising on quality. These issues need new ways like value engineering and BIM for construction management to deliver on budget. Simplify stakeholder collaboration to ensure transparency and alignment on budgets.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The role of an Assistant Construction Manager is crucial in ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications. They play a vital part in the success of large-scale developments, from commercial buildings to residential complexes.

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Construction Management Building Code Compliance Building Optimization Schedule Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Construction was completed on budget and on schedule, providing a regional facility capable of treating up to 92 dry tons of biosolids per day. About PC Construction PC Construction offers general contracting, construction management and design-build services to private and public clients across the country.

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Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

From financial overruns to project delays, unexpected risks can impact budgets, timelines, and overall project success. When GCs participate in the planning and design phases, they can identify constructability issues, optimize designs, and establish realistic budgets and timelines.

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Collaboration Risk Management Schedule Management Quality Control 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

Building a home or commercial space is a journey that starts with a vision and ends with a completed structure. Lets explore the key stages of turning a building concept into a completed structure and how a construction company plays a vital role at every step. But how does an idea on paper become a reality?

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Rabbet

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

When planning a construction project, understanding the full scope of costs is crucial for accurate budgeting and project management. Real estate professionals in development and construction lending are impacted by cost and budgeting issues. These include: Building materials (lumber, concrete, steel, etc.) What are hard costs?

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 19, 2025

Key features such as job costing, WIP reporting, and retainage management ensure financial control throughout the project. This person keeps the project vision, requirements, testing, and data conversion on track and within budget. Regular financial reviews help teams spot budget issues early.

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Structural Systems Cost Control Electrical Systems Project Management 59

CCR Magazine

MARCH 14, 2025

A leader with strong management expertise ensures that teams are aligned, budgets are controlled, and risks are mitigated. Budget Control Projects often derail due to poor financial planning. Skilled managers keep tight controls on spending, ensuring no surprises hit down the line.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management Quality Control 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 7, 2025

Granular Local Market Cost Data is Essential for Cost Visibility & Management (Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, & New Builds) Using current, verifiable, and detailed local cost dat a instead of national averages with adjustment factors ensures: Cost transparency All labor, material, and equipment costs are broken down and verifiable.

Construction Management 59

Construction Management Cost Control Change Management Estimating 59

CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

The construction industry is shifting toward more efficient project delivery methods, and Design-Build has emerged as one of the most effective approaches. Unlike the traditional design-bid-build process, where design and construction are handled separately, design-build consolidates both under a single contract.

Building Design 52

Building Design Building Permits Quality Control Cost Control 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2025

Zoning laws, building codes, environmental regulations, and permits all contribute to the overall expense of any construction project. Projects that require special variances, such as those in historic districts or areas with more stringent building regulations, may face even higher costs in securing the necessary approvals.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Project Management Consulting Cost Control Real Estate Development 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Owners building complex industrial projects face a wide range of risks in delivering their projects as quickly and as cost-effectively as possible. Summary of both stays at the defined level, and the contingencies are under Client control, not contractors. Quality: The speed of EPCM delivery means quality assurance is a key challenge.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

These three systems form the basis of any modern building, offering functionality, energy efficiency, and compliance with industry standards. For contractors, an accurate MEP cost reduction is vital to avoid budget overruns, secure competitive bids, and ensure smooth project execution.

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Rabbet

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The profit margin is typically calculated either as a fixed fee or as a percentage of the total costs, usually ranging from 10% to 20% depending on project complexity and market conditions.

Contracts 52

Contracts Real Estate Development Cost Control Quality Control 52

Buildern

JUNE 11, 2025

Small construction business owners already know how quickly things can spiral out of control. Such software solutions have been designed to keep your projects on track and your budget under strict control. Such software solutions have been designed to keep your projects on track and your budget under strict control.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Schedule Management Change Management Project Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

LOUIS, MO – Kwame Building Group has added three new members to its team including Kodey Lane-Norful and Likitha Kaki as Project Engineers and Diamond Spence as Project Administrator. ABOUT KWAME BUILDING GROUP, INC. Kwame Building Group, Inc.

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Facility Management Schedule Management Quality Control Project Management 130

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 19, 2025

This person keeps the project vision, requirements, testing, and data conversion on track and within budget. Setting Up Effective Budget Tracking Systems Budget tracking systems act as the financial nerve center of construction projects. Regular financial reviews help teams spot budget issues early.

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iField Smart

JANUARY 6, 2025

Although this is the case, quality control is one of the most common pain points in the industry. As such there is a need for proper quality control mechanisms to be put in place otherwise construction projects are likely to be non compliant in most design aspects and this will result in: Damage to safety features of the structure.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 30, 2024

Time had taken its toll on the iconic building, which had a leaking roof and obsolete building systems which contributed to a drag on the university’s operating budget. The real challenge was with the students and faculty who use the building as part of their campus experience. Woell, Ph.D.,

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Buildern

MAY 12, 2025

It emphasizes budgeting, proposals, and basic project tracking, making it an approachable starting point for teams transitioning from manual processes. JobTread also offers estimating and proposal-building capabilities. Users can create budgets and client-facing documents quickly.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Project Management Cost Control Change Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 20, 2024

Launched in July 2024, this addition to HeavyJob will streamline the process of tracking and managing change orders, ensuring accurate budgeting and billing, and improving overall project profitability. Owners and executives will benefit from improved awareness of project health and margins, enabling them to make informed business decisions.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

These tools enable construction professionals to rethink every aspect of project planning, execution, and collaboration, whether it be through the use of project management software, virtual reality (VR), or building information modeling (BIM). Robotics and Automation: Robotics and automation are revolutionizing construction processes.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Code Compliance Building Automation Renewable Energy Systems 114

Buildern

JUNE 2, 2025

The right software helps manage budgets, organize workflows, and improve communication, without adding unnecessary complexity. Table of Contents Buildern vs. Wunderbuild: Feature Comparison Overview What Makes Buildern and Wunderbuild Different Cost Estimation and Budget Management: Which Tool Wins?

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Schedule Management Change Management Project Management 52

Buildern

JULY 3, 2025

While managing a small residential remodel or a large-scale commercial build, knowing how to calculate labor cost in construction the right way can mean the difference between hitting your margins and losing money. Including direct and indirect expenses, they can snowball into budget overruns when overlooked.

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Estimating Building Performance Measurement Insurance Management Cost Control 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 27, 2025

That’s why more companies are investing in building, construction and maintenance services nationwide. Aging properties need constant repairs to stay safe and functional, while tight budgets mean housing providers have to do more with less without cutting corners on quality.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Property Management Energy Efficiency Cost Control 52

Rabbet

JANUARY 29, 2025

When budgets, documents, and schedules are scattered across spreadsheets and emails, teams struggle to identify risks and manage changes effectively. Budget Management Rabbet provides real-time budget tracking, allowing teams to monitor actual costs against forecasts. Ready to take control of your project costs?

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Schedule Management Cost Control Risk Management Building Automation 52

Job Order Contracting

JULY 7, 2024

GSA PBS JOC Program Management Audit – Issues Continue: The General Services Administration (GSA) Public Buildings Service (PBS) has faced scrutiny and criticism in the past for various financial and management issues, including those related to Job Order Contracting (JOC) programs.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

With rising material costs, environmental concerns, and increasing regulations, contractors and developers are searching for ways to build cost-effective yet durable structures. Knowing how much masonry labor and materials cost per hour allows construction professionals to optimize budgets and prevent overspending.

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Masonry Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 52

Procore

APRIL 15, 2025

The Procore Platform can help owners formalize and digitize their processes while leveraging a single repository for data that is captured across the plan, build, and operate lifecycle to help continuously drive improvements.    This robust Capital Project Governance solution builds off Project Financials and Procore Analytics.

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Stakeholder Engagement Building Controls Quality Control Project Management 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 9, 2025

For decades, general contractors stood at the center of every job site, running the show, coordinating teams, and acting as the final word on everything from schedules to budgets. While general contractors still wear the managers hat, the layers of specialization required in modern builds have shifted the dynamic.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) is highly complex and represents a significant cost burden on utility operations and maintenance (O&M) budgets. Each vegetation encroachment area requires specialized crews and equipment capable of working near live power lines, often involving planned de-energization, arborists, and traffic control.

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Risk Management Cost Control Electrical Systems Schedule Management 202

Roads Online

JUNE 29, 2025

This integration, which will be live in the coming weeks, keeps your project controls and markups in sync, without requiring a 12-step process or a dedicated IT wizard. It’s especially useful for government and mega-cap builds, where missing one document can mean blowing a deadline (and your budget). No weird workarounds.

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