How to Wow the GC During The Prequalification Phase of Preconstruction
Last week, we explored an introduction to the preconstruction phase, which is largely the terrain of GCs, owners and architects. This week, we’re honing in on the aspects of preconstruction that subs should be aware of. Preconstruction presents a unique opportunity for subs to make an impression on GC’s: the prequalification phase. We’ll take a […]
The 3 Obstacles You’ll Experience When Growing Your Subcontracting Business And How to Tackle Them
In the 1980’s, a young man in his early 20’s decided he needed to make money. He picked up a rake and a bucket, and began knocking on doors. “For $20, I’ll clean up your yard.” He’d offer, and sometimes, the homeowners would accept. This man would go on to build a multimillion dollar landscape […]
What Is Integrated Project Delivery, and Is It Suitable for Your Project?
Just 2% of construction projects are completed on time and on budget. This encouraged construction professionals to develop new, more efficient project delivery methods. We’ve explored a few of these, like pull planning, value engineering and lean construction. One of the most popular project delivery methods that has emerged is Integrated Project Delivery. Here, we’ll […]
How to Win More Commercial Construction Jobs: Bidding Advice for Subcontractors
In commercial construction, effectively marketing your business doesn’t come down to typical branding initiatives like logos, websites, or brochures. As a subcontractor, you build your construction brand by delivering quality work in the field. However, you can only demonstrate that value once you’ve won projects where you can showcase that quality work. So, especially for […]