Mar 13, 2023 | Job Bidding
A soil sample is a small amount of soil that is collected from a specific area for testing and analysis. It is usually taken by using a soil sampling tool to collect a small amount of soil from various depths and locations within the designated area. The sample is...
Mar 6, 2023 | Job Bidding
Excavation work is a vital part of construction, whether you’re building a new structure or renovating an existing one. Usually in construction some dirt’s got to be moved! Excavation can be lucrative, but bidding those jobs can be tricky, especially if...
Feb 24, 2023 | Management
Excavation work involves digging, trenching, or earthmoving activities that can be hazardous if proper safety measures are not in place. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has established excavation standards to protect workers from accidents and...
Feb 20, 2023 | Career, Management
Managing a construction crew can be a challenging task that requires a lot of organization, communication, and leadership. In this article, we will provide you with seven tips for effective construction crew management that can help you improve your crew’s...
Feb 17, 2023 | Job Bidding
If you work in the construction industry, you know that creating estimates for residential projects can be a time-consuming and challenging process. With so many factors to consider, from labor costs to materials, it’s easy to get bogged down in the details....
Feb 14, 2023 | Job Bidding, Management
While both a bid and an estimate involve predicting the cost of a construction project, they are not the same thing. An estimate is an approximation of the total cost of a project based on available information, whereas a bid is a formal offer to perform the project...
Feb 10, 2023 | Job Bidding
Bidding on excavation jobs can be complicated. Don’t attempt to go out on your own in excavation until you have the experience to know what you are doing. Excavation job bidding involves several steps, including: Understanding the scope of the project: Before...
Feb 8, 2023 | Job Bidding
When you are just getting started as a contractor, one of the more confusing things to deal with is how to find construction jobs to bid on. It’s not as hard as you think. There are several ways to find construction jobs to bid on, including: Online job boards...
Feb 6, 2023 | Career, Job Bidding
GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price) is a type of contract in construction project management that sets the maximum price the owner will pay for the construction work, regardless of actual costs. The GMP is agreed upon before construction begins and is based on the...
