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Construction management is the overall planning, coordination, and control of a project from its inception to completion. Construction projects are often infamous for going over budget, over schedule, and in some cases, ending with litigation issues. Outsourcing your construction project management to an experienced team of professionals can help avoid any potential issues. Here are…

Have you heard of cloud-based construction document management? Cloud computing is changing the way companies do business. Organizations can manage and store information on the cloud rather than on local servers or computers, allowing them to move and exchange data from almost any connected location, including construction job sites. There is…

The California State Legislature recently passed AB 1701 with bipartisan support… a new measure that could have devastating and significant financial impacts on the housing industry. Assembly Bill 1701 by Assembly-member Tony Thurmond is a severely flawed proposal that would drive up project costs and unfairly punish innocent home-building companies. A major threat to our industry and housing…

Project Management is a very broad term… Project Management is providing the overall management of a construction project from coordinating and obtaining permits for construction to a projects close-out documentation and acceptance. Successful Project Management is achieved through building strong relationships with governmental agencies, owner/builders, contractors and providing uninterrupted persistency…

Do you perform clearing, grading, or excavation activities? Do you build roads, park related projects, homes, or buildings? Are you involved in demolition activities? Will you discharge dredged or fill material to a waterway or wetland? Are you involved in tunnel or pipeline projects? According to the U.S. Environmental Protection…

What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the word “drone”? I’m willing to bet it’s not “estimating.” Drones can be extremely helpful when estimating. A drone in the sky essentially gives you a top to bottom view of the entire job site. It is…

Joint Venture agreements are common in construction, because they allow firms with varying specialties, experiences and resources to come together to meet specific requirements of a construction project. Where a project may have been impossible for a party to complete alone, the combined effort makes it more feasible. Investing in a…

On Monday, June 26, the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) approved a federal loan for $675 million with the U.S. Department of Transportation, coming through the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act. This completes the financing needed for the county’s biggest capital project ever, according to the Orange County Register. The…

Companies performing prevailing wage work in California, must be registered as a Public Works Contractor with the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and pay an annual fee of $300.00. Registration is now open on the DIR’s website and is due no later than July 1, 2017. Register or Renew Here…

There is no better way to unite your company with the community than with a ribbon cutting ceremony!  A ribbon cutting ceremony can be overwhelming until you look at the steps.  Here is a basic guide to planning your next success ribbon cutting ceremony!  Remember – each company and project…