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General Conditions in Construction: Definitions & Best Practices

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The general contractor is responsible for all the construction contracting activities that occur on a construction site. These general conditions in construction are varied and costly. If you’re a general contractor working in construction project management, you’ll need to know about general conditions.

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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. There are many variables to consider, from market to labor costs and always-fluctuating prices. But creating a detailed budget is key to successful construction project management. What are Hard Costs In Construction? Learn More!

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10 Best Procore Alternatives of 2024 (Free + Paid)

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Construction project management relies on good planning, experienced contractors and powerful construction project management software. While Procore is a known name in construction project management, many construction managers are looking for a Procore alternative. Procore falls short in many ways.

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How to Build and Implement a Project Strategy

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To better manage projects, one must clearly understand project strategy, who’s responsible for it in the organization and the steps to create a project strategy. We’ll go over that and link to free project management templates that can help you in this process. What Is Project Strategy?

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Exploring the differences: Projects vs operations examples

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Projects vs operations The short answer to the question: “What’s the difference between projects and operations?” Projects change the business. Ops managers want (and seek) stability so they can manage process performance. The status quo is good but project managers keep changing things! More on that later.

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Measuring the Project Management Maturity of Your Organization

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When you’re a PMP, program manager or portfolio manager, you need to deliver all those multiple projects on time and within budget. This requires an organization with a well-developed project management process. It’s essential to keep projects successful for any organization to thrive.

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What Is a Capital Improvement Plan & How to Create One

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This is a tool used more often by public entities such as local governments for major public expenditures. Construction expansion or a major renovation of a public facility, such as a library or sewage treatment plan, are also targets of capital improvement plans. This is why you want to rank the projects by priority.

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