Are You Really Getting the Best Price on Your Materials?
Supplier Relationships Matter More Than You Think Material prices represent one of the most significant costs on a construction project. As much as two-thirds of total input costs could be from materials. As price volatility continues to impact construction costs, subcontractors know it’s in their best interests to find and negotiate the best prices on […]
How Communication, Transparency, and Team Alignment Empower Subcontractors to Meet their Growth Goals
In construction, growth doesn’t just come from winning more bids—you also need to create an organization and culture that can support existing operations and future growth goals. That’s why building a culture where communication flows freely, strategies are shared openly, and your team feels empowered should be a priority for subcontracting executives. Too often, subcontractors […]
Mechanic’s Lien Webinar
Increase profit margins by accounting for the cost of working capital Learn how to account for the cost of working capital to achieve long-term growth and increased profitability. You would never submit a bid that didn’t include labor, materials, overhead and equipment costs. The cost of your working capital is as significant as these other […]
Navigating Tariffs: A Subcontractor’s Guide to Staying Ahead at Every Project Stage
With material tariffs in effect, subcontractors are facing significant uncertainty. Tariffs are expected to drive up costs on key materials such as steel, aluminum, lumber, and gypsum, and have the potential to affect pricing for both existing and future projects. Tariffs can present uncertainty similar to what subcontractors experienced during the pandemic, including potential supply […]
6 Insights from Billd’s Subcontractor Meetup on How to Scale Sustainably
The majority of subcontractors want to grow their businesses—but many of them don’t know the right way to do it. That’s why Billd hosted a virtual Subcontractor Meetup featuring consultants Josh Luebker and Jerry Aliberti, two industry professionals dedicated to helping subcontractors successfully scale their businesses. They unpacked the most common mistakes that hold businesses […]
3 Strategies to Strengthen Your Cash Flow, According to a CFO
Every year, construction leaders inevitably run into a scenario where payroll or invoices are due, but cash flow is too tight to comfortably pay them. This uncertainty is all too common in the construction industry, whether you’re a $10M or a $100M sub. However, you can take steps to prevent this from happening. Josh Luebker, […]
5 unhealthy growth practices that hurt subcontractors—and how to avoid them
5 unhealthy growth practices that hurt subcontractors—and how to avoid them According to the most recent Subcontractor Market Report, 83% of commercial subcontractors plan to grow their business in 2025. Driving business growth is a priority for nearly every subcontractor. Many subs have lofty revenue growth targets, causing them to take on more and more […]
4 Strategies to Achieve Healthy Growth, According to a Construction Industry CFO
In the construction industry, fostering healthy growth can be tricky, forcing subs to be strategic in how they approach scaling their business. According to Josh Luebker, construction consultant and fractional CFO, the strongest indicators of healthy growth are often your working capital capacity and the culture that supports the company. One reveals your growth potential […]
6 Reasons Your Subcontracting Business Is Struggling to Scale
Growth goals are top of mind for every subcontractor. Subcontractors know where they want to be, and they want to do the work it takes to get there. But piling on projects in the name of hitting a revenue goal can be counterintuitive to success—catastrophic even. Scaling too quickly creates challenges that prevent you from […]
