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The 5 Phases of the Construction Process (Templates Included)

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Construction project management has five phases, the same as any project. Construction phases have different names and require different documentation to begin with. We’ll define in depth each of the five construction phases: initiation, pre-construction, procurement, construction and post-construction.

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RFI in Construction: A Quick Guide for Contractors

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An army of subcontractors each with their own specific discipline complete construction projects. An RFI in construction is a request for information. This construction document helps subcontractors understand what they need to do if they have any questions. What Is an RFI in Construction?

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The Gantt Chart in Construction Project Management: Understanding the Best Planning & Scheduling Tool

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Construction Gantt charts, therefore, are a natural fit. Gantt charts in construction can be used for any number of different activities. We’ll show you how to make a Gantt chart in ProjectManager and why construction Gantt charts help deliver projects on time and within budget. What Is a Construction Gantt Chart?

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Capital Projects: Capital Planning, Budgeting and Funding

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Let’s take a look at capital projects, explore the idea of a capital asset and delve into the process of capital planning. Because a capital project must be carefully managed, governments and corporations alike will use project management software to control the use of its resources and manage time. What Is Capital Budgeting?

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How to Make a Contractor Payment Schedule in Construction (Template Included)

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Construction projects are often long and complicated endeavors. Payment is determined in the contract process, which includes the contractor payment schedule. Let’s look at the construction payment schedule to fully understand its benefits. The contractor payment schedule is how contractors in construction projects are paid.

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Construction Budget: A Quick Guide (with Examples)

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Construction projects will never get off the ground without financing. Money sets the gears of construction management in motion. Creating a construction budget, therefore, is one of the most important pieces when developing a construction plan. Let’s take a look at what goes into making a construction budget.

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Construction Reporting: Types of Construction Reports

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All projects use reporting to monitor progress and performance, but in construction reporting is especially important. Construction reports are more varied and chart everything from project status to incidents and compliance. First, let’s define what construction reporting is and then explain why construction reports are so important.