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Building world-class hotels: The power of preconstruction and self-perform services

Construction Dive

For hospitality projects, preconstruction sets the stage for success by focusing on client vision, guest experience, and optimizing both schedule and budget. We delve into every detail, from design elements and guest experience to mechanical systems and budget management,” says Raymer.

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Construction’s Two Supply Chain Reality

Construction Daily News

They serve fewer, higher-margin clients and can afford better supply chain management. Operational Complexity: Managing Two Businesses Parallel supply networks create hidden operational challenges that most contractors underestimate. It’s managing complexity. ” Construction costs are up 38.7%

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Schimenti Announces Printemps Opening at One Wall Street

CCR Magazine

Schimenti’s scope extended beyond typical construction, managing every interior detail, including custom lighting, audiovisual systems, furniture, artwork, and high-end finishes. Millwork sourced from Italy, New York, and New Jersey helped unify the space across both floors.

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Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation

The Pro Builder

Construction Automation In my first job with a large-volume home builder, I saw firsthand the value of making as much of the house—wall panels, roof trusses, floor systems, stairs, millwork, and other components—as possible in a factory-controlled setting and delivering them to the jobsite on a just-in-time schedule.

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Trending: The Rise of Prefab and Modular Commercial Construction Techniques

Commercial Construction Blog

can have a positive impact on a construction project’s schedule and budget. Not all that long ago, when I was still a young laborer in the field, many items such as millwork, ductwork and mechanical components were still frequently fabricated on the job site. Back then, many “old timers” predicted prefabrication was the future.

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Commercial Construction Project Management Trends: How to Survive the Incredible Shrinking Timeline

Commercial Construction Blog

One of the biggest challenges for commercial construction firms today is the tighter project timelines that have become the norm at every phase of a project – from shorter deadlines for submitting initial bids and budgets, to quicker resolution on addendums and change orders, to compressed schedules for construction and delivery.

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Commercial Facility Management: 4 Steps to Prep your Facility for Winter

HardHatChat

Englewood’s Facilities Management Group notes that fall is an ideal time to address seasonal maintenance concerns and make sure building systems are ready for winter. At Englewood Construction, one of the services we offer as a national commercial construction firm is a full Facilities Management Group.