by Bart Mendel on January 3, 2012
Why retain a Construction Manager? Large construction projects can be complex, with many “moving parts”. A good Construction Manager is like the glue holding the process together, educating and leading Owners through the challenges of design and construction. The benefit of an independent team of professionals managing the project is enormous. A professional Construction Manager will: [...]
by Jacklyn Wolf on September 13, 2011
I am so often asked how to pre-qualify new vendors that I put together this list for quick reference. As construction managers, we are constantly approached by new vendors who want to be considered for projects. Here is an outline that is sure to be helpful for anyone responsible for retaining contractors and vendors. The [...]
by Jacklyn Wolf on June 20, 2011
As professional Construction Managers, we cannot overstress the role of communication in a construction project. The most common reason for construction disputes is a breach in communication and expectations. Depending on the size of your project, the hub of communications could be the Estate or Property Manager, or it could be a large enough project [...]