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Would it surprise you the best way to increase productivity on the jobsite is through planning and good communication? According to FMi most projects could see up to a 33% increase in productivity through better planning, collaboration, and communication. They go on to say as little as a 10% increase in productivity could double the … Continue reading Good Planning and Communication Increases Jobsite Productivity
The Request for Proposal (RFP) is typically serves as your initial formal interaction with the client, presenting a crucial opportunity to make a positive impression and demonstrate your company's operational excellence. Once you secure the project it is essential to continue caring about the RFP. A thoughtful review can offer valuable insights that help set … Continue reading Start Right by Understanding the RFP and Your Company’s Response
"The real measure of any time management technique is whether or not it helps you neglect the right things." By Oliver Burkeman in his book Four Thousand Weeks. Four Thousand Weeks is one of the best books I have read and brings to light how little time we have in life and how unreliable it … Continue reading Do you neglect the right things?
I rely heavily on my Outlook calendar. I keep it up to date and, when needed, I block work times and travel time. Over the past year I started categorizing my meetings by department and/or construction project. I have found this to be highly useful when I look at my schedule. I can clearly see … Continue reading Organizing in Outlook
I am a construction manager. Currently I am the Executive in charge of Pre-construction with responsibilities to manage our scheduling, virtual design and construction, and pre-construction departments as well as two construction project teams. I deal with a lot of moving parts everyday that can be a challenge. The ability to manage my work load … Continue reading Three Questions to Start My Day
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