Project Management Resources
Learn best practices and key insights from experienced project managers -- from budgeting and scheduling to contract administration and quality control.
Intro to Project Management
Construction project management is a multi-disciplinary field. Project managers typically require expertise in a variety of topics, including:
- Workforce management
- Labor & subcontractor scheduling
- Budgeting & financial reporting
- Contract administration
- Change management
- Quality & safety
- Risk management & mitigation
- and more
6 Phases of Construction Project Management Explained
Construction projects are like no other. Each one is unique, having different participants, variable conditions, and one-off requirements. But across them all, construction project
8 Tips for Managing Multiple Construction Projects
By its nature, construction work is a juggling act, with project managers and general contractors (GC) constantly adapting to changing conditions, planning to make
Ultimate Guide to Submittals in Construction
Construction designers, architects and engineers design projects to a very high degree of detail. The design team produces drawings and specifications that prescribe the
Scheduling
Explore different methods and approaches to scheduling. Learn how to build efficient timelines and workflows -- and how to manage project delays to mitigate financial risk.
The Ultimate Guide to Construction Scheduling
A successful construction project requires careful project management, and one...
Mastering the Critical Path: A Guide to CPM in Construction
While every task must be completed to complete a construction...
9 Tips for Effective Subcontractor Management
Subcontractor management, the overseeing, supervision and coordination of subcontractors, profoundly...
Pull Planning in Construction: The Complete Guide to Backward Scheduling
Making projects more predictable and teams more collaborative doesn’t happen...
PERT in Construction: Scheduling for Uncertainty
Contractors with an array of planning tools and techniques are...
Forensic Schedule Analysis: Unlocking Insight Into Project Delays
Though construction sites may sometimes look like a large collection...
Construction Delay Claims: Learn the Main Types — and Their Defenses
Delays are among the most common disputes that arise on...
Construction Project Management Milestones
Completing a construction project on schedule, on budget and at...
Contract Management
Managing and administering construction contracts requires a thorough understanding of contract types, common clauses and the variety of documents included in the agreement.
Construction Contract Administration: Roles & Responsibilities
Construction contracts, especially for large projects, can be extremely detailed...
The 5 Key Types of Construction Contracts
There are five common types of construction contracts: lump sum...
General Conditions in Construction: A Contractor’s Guide
In construction, general conditions refer to a variety of operations,...
Successfully Navigating Change Management in Construction
Change management in construction refers to any alteration to the...
6 Construction Project Delivery Methods Compared
Construction project delivery methods help determine the way that stakeholders...
Guide to Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Contracts in Construction
A guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract sets a maximum price...
Construction Contract Documents: 9 Key Components
Every construction project — whether a small-scale residential renovation or...
Multi-Prime Contracts: Understanding the CMMP Method of Project Delivery
Construction projects often involve a sole owner that’s in charge...
Health & Safety
Project managers responsible for the safety of everyone on and around the jobsite -- part of successful project delivery is ensuring that everyone gets home safely at the end of the day. Learn strategies to reduce the risk of injury, accidents and costly delays -- and build a culture of safety that goes beyond compliance with OSHA regulations.
Creating a Culture of Safety in Construction
In construction, a positive safety culture impacts a company’s productivity,...
Construction Safety Management: Building a System to Reduce Risk
Due to the high-risk nature of construction work, having a...
Site Specific Safety Plans: What to Include — and Why They’re Important
When starting a new construction project, it’s important for workers...
Improving Mental Health in Construction: Resources & Tools
Construction workers face a variety of threats on the job...
Construction Health and Safety: Best Practices and Hazards to Avoid
In the construction industry, a lot can go wrong with...
What to Expect During an OSHA Inspection — and How to Prepare
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) construction site inspections ensure...
Construction Daily Reports: What to Include & Best Practices
Daily reports in the construction industry are an integral part...
Performing a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) in Construction
On the jobsite, safety is a contractor’s number one priority....
Go beyond OSHA regulations.
The Procore Safety Qualified program provides construction professionals with everything they need to know to create a culture of safety.
Budgeting & Cost Control
Managing a Construction Budget: Keys to Successful Project Delivery
In construction, where every penny counts and the unexpected is...
Job Costing in Construction: A Blueprint for Tracking Project Costs
Job costing is the process of tracking costs and allocating...
Construction Cost Codes: Best Practices and Industry Insights
Construction cost codes are unique identifiers that allow companies to...
Cost Breakdown Structure: Enhancing Financial Clarity in Construction
General contractors must closely monitor project costs across various categories,...
Construction Financial Ratios: Measuring Project and Business Health
When profit margins are small and risk is high, financial...
MasterFormat: The Definitive Guide to CSI Divisions in Construction
Often referred to as the “Dewey Decimal System” of construction,...
Cost Reporting in Construction: Tracking a Project’s Financial Health
Knowing a construction project’s financial health can decide its success...
Earned Value Analysis in Construction: Understanding the Intersection of Cost, Schedule and Scope
Earned value management (EVM) is a powerful tool that intertwines...
Quality Control
QC in Construction: How Builders Manage Quality Control
In construction, quality control (QC) refers to the procedures and...
How a Construction Quality Control Plan Ensures Project Excellence
Quality control in construction ensures the safety, functionality, and durability...
Contractor’s Guide to Jobsite Inspections
As a contractor, performing jobsite inspections is an important part...
The Importance of Minimizing Construction Rework
Construction rework can be costly and cause delays, and it...
The Ultimate Guide to Managing Commercial Construction Inspections
Commercial construction projects require ongoing inspections at almost every point...
AHJs in Construction: Gaining Approval from Government Authorities
In construction, an Authority Having Jurisdiction, or AHJ, is essentially...
A Guide to Construction Commissioning
During project closeout, an owner wants to receive any documents,...
Rough-in Inspections: Key Steps and What to Expect
The commercial construction process includes a variety of routine and...
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