Unlock the True Value of your Plant & Equipment with BuildSmart
BuildSmart’s plant and equipment management functionality is an important tool in the construction contractor’s arsenal, helping them maximise asset utilisation while boosting efficiencies and ROI.
What’s the Difference Between Profit Margin and Markup in Construction?
When coming up with estimates, understanding the difference between profit margin vs markup is essential. Here’s everything you need to know.
Simplifying the Request for Quotation Process with eRFQ
A good eRFQ system will help to maximize efficiency and allow you to obtain clear and accurate quotes.
What is Preconstruction & Why is it Important?
Preconstruction is a critical stage in construction planning. It contributes to fewer delays, better resource management, and happy customers if done correctly.
Understanding the Different Types of Cost Estimates in Construction
There are a number of different types of estimates, to definitive estimates based on detailed design. Here are some key estimate methods used for pricing construction projects.
What is Lean Construction: An Overview
Lean construction offers significant advantages as the goal is to enhance construction efficiency right from the start through to final hand over.
Our 10 Steps Guide to Getting Your Estimate Right First Time
Estimating is a fundamental business function for Contractors, yet many small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the building sector fail to pay sufficient attention to this process. Here’s how.
How to Manage a Construction Project Effectively and Efficiently
There are many different moving parts to a construction project, which makes managing the project a challenging task. However, the success of any construction project comes down to project management.
Two Methods of Quantity Take-off: Manual vs Digital
There are two different quantity take-off methods – manual and digital. Different contractors take different approaches. But no matter which approach you take; it is vital to get the quantity take-off as accurate and efficient as possible.
Why You Should Be Using Specialised Construction Estimating Software Over Spreadsheets Like Excel
If you want to win more bids and eliminate costly errors, then it’s time to turn towards specialised construction estimating software.