Winning the Work
From requests for bids to managing change – we cover everything you need to know to make your project planning profitable.
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Read ArticleMake Sure Your Construction Estimating Software Pays Off with This Six-step Plan
You may be well versed in the advantages of construction estimating software, but if the challenge of implementing it is weighing heavily on your mind, you’re not alone.
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Read Article7 Tips for Plumbing Success in Modern Construction
We’ve identified seven simple but powerful tips that plumbing companies have put into practice to enhance their competitive positioning and optimize their workflow - from design to construction.
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Read ArticleHow to Turn Your Conceptual Estimates into Your Competitive Advantage
You only get one chance to make a first impression. When it comes to large or complex construction projects, your first impression is often your response to a request for a conceptual estimate.
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Read ArticleThe Pitfalls of Using Industry Averages for Construction Cost Benchmarking
As a construction estimator, you’re under pressure to work quickly. Needing to move quickly, but beware of generic cost estimates. Generic cost averages can’t ensure accurate construction estimates.
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Read Article5 Challenges MEP Estimators in the US Face Today
MEP estimators must work their magic consistently, sometimes with very little hard data to go on. Here are 5 challenges they face today and practical tips for addressing them.
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Read Article3 Reasons to Think Twice about Turning Down Conceptual Estimate Requests
How do you decide if conceptual estimates are really worth pursuing? Read this post to discover a few key considerations that can make your decision clearer.
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Read Article5 Ways Paper-based Construction Files Are Costing You
General contractors are losing money relying on paper-based construction files. Learn the 5 ways paper-based construction files are costing money, and how digital cost-estimating can help.
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Read ArticleTwo Tell-tale Signs that It’s Time for Construction Estimating Software
Spreadsheets are a familiar estimating tool for a lot of industries. Because they’re a staple of the business software mix, they’re an easy choice. That doesn’t mean they’re the best choice for you.
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Read Article7 Deadly Sins of Spreadsheets: Are Your Construction Estimates at Risk?
While basic spreadsheets were once the de facto standard, they’re no longer the best solution. They lack critical features and functionality that could be putting your profits in danger.
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Read ArticleYour Last Estimate Failed — Try This Instead
Your firm can’t afford another bad estimate. Learn how to improve the appeal of your bids with a few easy tips and construction estimating software.
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Read ArticleHow to Compete for Bigger Construction Projects
Experts estimate that most construction companies only win between 10-20% of the projects they bid. Estimating is often considered to be a numbers game. Here's how to compete for bigger projects.
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Read ArticleYour Best Estimator Just Quit - Now What?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job growth for cost estimators is projected to increase by 11% by 2024. Here are 3 tips to minimize the impact should your top estimator quit.
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Read Article4 Margin-killing Construction Estimating Errors—and How to Avoid Them
When you underestimate, you eat into your margins, which are already tight. When you overestimate, your high bid may be the reason you lose the job to a competitor. Here's how to avoid construction.
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Read ArticleState of MEP Construction 2018 [INFOGRAPHIC]
The results are in! We surveyed over 1,000 construction professionals in the MEP and field professions to determine the state of construction in North America. Read on to learn more.
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Read Article4 Problems With Underbidding
Whether your shop needs cash to make it through the month or you could fit in another job, getting that extra gig can make all the difference to your business. But underbidding is a problem.
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Read FlipbookHere's How Expert Estimators Win More Bids
Estimators personally create more than 100 estimates a year, and most win just less than 25%. Here are 3 tips for winning bids.
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Read ArticleThe Denver Airport is Expanding. Here’s the Price Tag.
The planned expansion project at the Denver Airport is huge for the local construction market, but some eyebrows are being raised at the price tag.
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Read ArticleWhy Specify "Access Control" in Your Construction Bids?
Are you properly protecting your construction workers from hazardous conditions? Learn why access control should be a priority during estimation and project bidding.
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Read Article5 Things to Remember When Writing a Competitive Bid
Most companies only close on 10 - 20 percent of bids. Learn what estimators can do to help close deals, and the role technology plays in improving the quality of project bids.
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Read ArticleYou Should Be Training Your Estimators - Here's Why
In the construction industry, it’s important to provide training and professional development opportunities for your estimators. Here’s why.
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