Buildern

MAY 20, 2025

Construction profit margin vs. markup is one of the most misunderstood financial concepts in the industry. Understanding how to calculate profit margin and markup correctly is essential to pricing jobs effectively and running a profitable construction business. What should I charge to hit my margin?

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Buildern

MARCH 6, 2025

Have you ever wondered what keeps the construction project on track, ensuring that everything goes as expected? A construction site inspection checklist is essential for any construction project. A construction site inspection checklist is essential for any construction project.

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UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 29, 2025

The post Construction Budget Templates: A Complete Guide to Project Cost Planning [2025] appeared first on UK Construction Blog. A construction budget template serves as your financial compass, providing a structured framework to plan, track and monitor all project costs effectively.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 3, 2022

Construction documents help keep your projects organized and guide the construction process from start to finish. Having access to these construction documents puts information into the hands of the right people at the right time, so decisions can be made quickly and action can be taken to finish projects on time and within scope. .

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 7, 2023

Plus, “as many as 86% of projects are found to exceed their initial estimate, each construction project costing an average 28% more than anticipated.” Blown budgets result from many reasons, from poor communication and missing data to scope creep to external factors like material price increases.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 29, 2024

In construction, understanding the difference between hard costs and soft costs is crucial for budgeting, project management, and overall financial planning. Both cost categories play a pivotal role in determining the total expenditure of a construction project, but they cover very different aspects of the process.

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Contractors Liability Blog

AUGUST 29, 2024

In Colorado, general contractor licensing is not managed at the state level but is regulated locally by cities and counties. Typically, contractors need a license only if their work requires building permits. Instead, licensing is managed locally by cities and counties.

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Construction Daily News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

In today’s construction news , read about how, with a projected cost of over $20 billion, the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and its State Water Project (SWP) are preparing a massive conveyance infrastructure project. After endangered species permits, water rights permits would come early next year.

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Contractors Liability Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Mastering Massachusetts Construction: Navigating Licensing and Insurance with Ease! Massachusetts, known for its rich history and diverse architecture, significantly emphasizes the quality and safety of its construction projects. Get Your General Contractor License in Massachusetts.

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cnstrctr

JANUARY 4, 2020

Construction projects are a conglomeration of various parties that all need to work together. A construction contract is a tool that you can use to help outline these requirements. What exactly is a construction contract, how can it be used and what are the different types? Construction Contract Types.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

State and local permits: Many states and local jurisdictions require moving companies to obtain permits to operate within their boundaries. These permits may include a state-issued household goods carrier license and local business permits. Creating a business plan A business plan provides a clear strategy for success.

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Contractors Liability Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Dive into the unique local licensing landscape, understand the critical insurance requirements, and arm yourself with the knowledge to navigate permits, registrations, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this article is your key to success in the Empire State’s bustling construction industry.

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Buildern

JANUARY 21, 2025

In construction, having a precise estimate serves as a building block for any projects success. To help you make an accurate estimation for your project, we offer you a detailed guide about construction soft costs and how to manage soft costs.

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PN - Project Management

MAY 30, 2022

Maybe your business is looking at expanding, which may require building a new warehouse, factory, process facility, or even a mine. Unfortunately many construction projects go wrong because they are badly planned and poorly thought through. Where to start, what are the pitfalls, how much will it cost, will it be completed on time?

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CCR Magazine

MAY 16, 2024

Building a commercial pool is a significant investment that requires careful planning and budgeting. Whether you’re constructing a pool for a hotel, resort, or community center, it’s essential to consider various factors to ensure a successful project. will impact the overall cost.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 20, 2023

Every construction site presents a variety of specific security risks that require attention and solutions. Often construction sites are quite large and can be busy with various activities and lots of professionals from contractors to employees. Why Should Building Sites Install CCTV?

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Buildern

MARCH 26, 2025

Ever wondered where all the money goes in construction projects? Job costing in construction is the answer to this challenge. With such a dynamic and complex industry as construction involving countless moving parts, keeping track of so many things can be difficult. Table of contents What is Job Costing in Construction?

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Buildern

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Unexpected cost overruns and delays are the last things we expect when it comes to construction project cost breakdown. An unsettling nationwide trend shows construction projects often exceed their budget by at least 16%, thus highlighting the importance of detailed planning and estimation.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 26, 2024

General contractors recognize the necessity of insurance as not just an expense; rather it serves to safeguard them against unforeseeable disruptions that can wreak havoc during their construction projects. Contractors should invest in modern safety equipment and enforce strict adherence to safety protocols at all times.

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Contractors Liability Blog

AUGUST 21, 2024

Introduction: The Importance of Specialty Licenses In Nevada, specialty trades such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC are critical to the construction industry and require specific licensing. Chilled Water Systems: Focuses on the design and maintenance of chilled water systems, often used in larger commercial buildings.

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Contractors Liability Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Maryland contractor licensing and insurance: Your passport to building a successful and compliant business. Professionals in the construction industry in Maryland must navigate the complexities of contractor licensing, which is a critical step. Get Your General Contractor License in Maryland.

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Levelset

APRIL 1, 2022

As a contractor or sub, you can expect to incur many costs during the course of a construction project. Materials, insurances, permits, payroll, and other typical costs are relatively simple to account for. However, there is one very expensive cost that isn’t so cut and dry: construction site theft. Insurance claims.

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Buildern

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Starting a construction company can be thrilling, filled with opportunities to create, innovate, and make your mark in the world of edifice creation. So, how do you navigate the path to becoming a successful construction entrepreneur? Whatever it is, the fact remains that starting a construction company can be pretty challenging.

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Buildern

JANUARY 15, 2025

Tracking construction costs is a crucial aspect for builders. Builders who actively manage construction costs can save a lot of money while keeping quality high. There are certain strategies to deal with cost problems and ensure that construction projects succeed financially.

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The Korte Company

OCTOBER 9, 2018

It’s a rudimentary idea on the surface, but behind the veneer it’s clear that hotel construction projects have many moving parts. The key to success is optimizing a wide array of hotel construction costs associated with these projects. Understand hard costs in hotel construction. Maximize soft cost management.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

The post Unlocking the Efficiency: How Soft Strip Demolition Streamlines Renovation Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Whether it’s preparing a building for a complete makeover or setting the stage for complete demolition, the soft strip process is instrumental. It extends deeper into the building’s infrastructure.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2024

You’re here because you’re eyeing a successful commercial construction project, but the looming costs might be a concern. Orchestrating a complex construction plan with efficient cost-saving measures isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. Risk Management Strategies Construction isn’t without risks.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 25, 2018

The construction cost data shown is not be applied to specific requirements, but rather intended as a general overview. Detailed line item construction cost data should be used for the preparation of actual construction project costs in concert with an experienced construction estimator and knowledge of local conditions.

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Contractors Liability Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Build with Confidence in North Carolina: Navigating the Path to Professional Licensing and Beyond! Stay informed about the NCLBGC’s pivotal role, licensing prerequisites, and the latest educational resources to elevate your construction business. Get your General Contractor License in North Carolina.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The redesign also makes it easier to build a new environment that would reflect your brand. Consider construction costs, fees, fixtures, contingencies, and expected rate of returns on investments and the time it should take for these returns. What do you think are the forces that are compelling you to redesign your commercial property?

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Buildern

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The wise construction manager knows that the actual cost of any project is only realized once the task is complete and all financial obligations have been accounted for. That’s because too many predictable and unpredictable factors can affect the cost of a major construction project. Why Is Construction Cost Estimation Crucial?

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Contractors Liability Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Mastering Contractor Licensing in Illinois: Your Essential Guide to Local Compliance and Success in Construction! From the bustling streets of Chicago to the unique requirements of local municipalities, our comprehensive guide demystifies the process, ensuring your construction endeavors are built on a foundation of compliance and expertise.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 8, 2012

Building Types. Construction Methods. Construction Technology. Construction Schools. Antea Group, the Dutch-based environmental services firm, managed the decommissioning and demolition of a bulk oil storage facility in South Africa for an unidentified client. SUBSCRIBE TODAY & receive immediate web access.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 8, 2012

Building Types. Construction Methods. Construction Technology. Construction Schools. Inside Scoop: Dredges are equipped with GPS software to help guide the buckets with surgical precision to their targets. Hudson River PCB Cleanup Projects Under Construction. -- Advertising --. Transportation. Environment.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Bidding is one of the most important parts of a construction business. Submitting winning bids keeps you in business, allows you to serve more customers, expand your construction business’s portfolio, and build a remarkable reputation for your business. According to data , most general contractors only win one out of six bids.

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Building Radar

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The construction industry is constantly evolving, with new technologies and methodologies emerging each year. Whether you’re a construction manager, contractor, architect, or just someone involved in a building project, understanding the terminology is crucial.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 26, 2021

Here, list of construction inventions are as follows. Modular Construction. In the construction of Self-healing Concrete cement is the most widely used material, but cement is also contributors one of the biggest to harmful carbon emissions, by using cement we increasing annual global emissions up to 7 percent. Kinetic Roads.

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