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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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Construction Cost Management: Managing Construction Costs

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Construction costs are one of many metrics that a general contractor has to keep an eye on. But if the construction cost goes over budget, that’s coming out of the contractor’s pocket. That’s why construction cost management is so important. What Is Construction Cost Management? Learn more What Is a Construction Cost?

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Hard Costs vs Soft Costs in Construction: Definitions & Examples

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It’s not easy for construction companies to make accurate budget forecasts. But creating a detailed budget is key to successful construction project management. One way to control your project billing is by defining the hard costs vs soft costs on a construction project. What are Hard Costs In Construction?

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7 Free Resource Management Templates

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Resources include the needed people, equipment, raw materials and so on to execute project tasks. From manufacturing to construction, these free resource management templates add consistency and efficiency to processes to result in better project outcomes. But it’s not a one-and-done activity.

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10 Steps for Successful Project Completion (Templates Included)

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Project planning, execution, monitoring and controlling are often the focus of project management. Even project initiation gets attention, but project completion is usually mentioned as an afterthought. Every phase of a project is important. Here are 10 steps that will lead to successful project completion.

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Best Project Cost Management Software

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Projects live and die on many hills, but the one stakeholders are usually most passionate about is cost. Project cost management software is an essential tool from construction to IT and professional services. Having the right project cost software could differentiate between financial control or chaos.

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Project monitoring and control: Complete guide (+ checklist)

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And that may be true, but here at Resource Guru, we say that a watched project never fails. Monitoring and controlling a project is an essential part of any successful project process. So come with us as we go down the rabbit hole of monitoring and controlling, and show you just how important it really is.