May 1, 2023 | Blog, Construction Equipment, Finances
Excavators are some of the most important heavy equipment used in the construction industry. They come in different sizes and shapes, and their functionalities can vary from one model to another. With the numerous options available, it can be challenging to decide on...
Apr 28, 2023 | Blog, Job Bidding, Job Costing
As a young construction contractor, it’s important to have the right tools to make your business profitable. An app for contractors to bid on jobs is a great starting point. But if you want to make a profit, that’s not enough. You also need job costing...
Apr 26, 2023 | Blog, Finances, Job Bidding, Management
The 2023 National Subcontractor Market Report, a report created by Billd, a company that specializes in helping contractors acquire and finance materials for projects, has just been released. The report is based on survey of nearly 900 subcontractors around the...
Apr 24, 2023 | Blog, Career, Hiring, Management
As a construction company owner, one of the biggest expenses you’ll incur is the cost of labor. Paying your workers and equipment operators fairly is not only important for the success of your business but also for the well-being of your employees. However,...
Apr 21, 2023 | Blog, Career, Management
Construction project managers are professionals responsible for overseeing and managing construction projects from the design phase to the completion phase. They work with architects, engineers, contractors, and other construction professionals to ensure that projects...
Apr 17, 2023 | Blog, Job Bidding
Construction projects are complex undertakings that involve a wide range of tasks, from planning and design to implementation and completion. While many construction projects are completed without incident, there are always unforeseen events that can arise during the...
Apr 14, 2023 | Blog, Construction Equipment
If you’re going to be in construction, you’re going to need equipment. The equipment is often very large. And it is expensive! For that reason, their maintenance is crucial in order to extend their lifespan and keep them running efficiently. In this...
Apr 12, 2023 | Blog, Job Bidding
As a contractor, you will likely bid on work for both private entities as well as municipalities/government enties. While the end goal may be the same – to win the project – the processes, requirements, and nuances of each type of bidding can vary significantly. In...
Apr 10, 2023 | Blog, Career, Management
If you’re a construction contractor, you’re probably always on the lookout for ways to grow your business (if you’re not growing, your stagnant). One effective way to do this is by using sub-contractors. You probably don’t know how to do...
Apr 6, 2023 | Blog, Finances, Job Bidding, Management
Let’s talk about something that affects all of us in the industry: the prices of materials. Have you ever noticed that the price of wood and other materials can go up like crazy one day, and then drop just as quickly the next? It can be frustrating, but there...
