During the life of a construction project, there are many potential pitfalls. Project managers are responsible for keeping a site running smoothly, safely, within schedule, and on budget. Often this can prove challenging.
According to a study on construction productivity, 98% of construction projects come in over budget, and 77% suffer significant delays. The study cited a variety of factors that account for poor productivity and cost outcomes:
Unresolved issues stack up due to a lack of communication and accountability.
Inadequate communication, especially in reporting the progress of the project.
Poor organization when it comes to decision-making and procurement processes.
Insufficient management of long and short-term risks.
Not finding the right people to do the job.
At Greenup Industries, we take pride in our ability to keep our construction jobs moving forward past delays and budget issues. Here are some of the processes we have in place to ensure that we are prepared to face construction challenges:
Communication Is Key
Communication is an important tool in any profession, but it’s crucial when the delegation of duties is involved. Without clear and effective communicating, important tasks can slip through the cracks, and the team can remain unaware of an issue until it’s too late to rectify the situation.
Project managers need to enact clear guidelines. There should be communication that informs teams of any progress or obstacles at the end of each day. This way, you can solve problems proactively. If in-person meetings are not an option, zoom meetings are a great alternative.
A construction project can easily be delayed or run over budget if management does not set goals. Without clear goals, it’s challenging to get things done efficiently, and people can not be held accountable for their part in the project.
Performance management
A crucial aspect of project management is keeping everyone on task. There must be straightforward communication and defined tasks to perform. At Greenup Industries, we believe it is more effective to break down bigger, project-wide goals into smaller, daily targets for individuals to accomplish. When you keep people accountable through set processes, you can keep the whole project moving forward.
Risk Management
Project managers often put safeguards in place for long-term risk. However, short-term issues are sometimes left out. Short-term issues, such as unanticipated bad weather, can snowball quickly and start to have a tangible impact on the bottom line. Whether it’s subcontractors who turn out to be unreliable, or scheduling conflicts, minor issues can derail a project. It’s essential to have contingency plans and to build some wiggle room into scheduling.
At Greenup Industries, we make safety a priority. We have invested in training to ensure that our construction jobs run smoothly.
Key Personnel
Construction is a reputation-based industry. People like to tend to work with people they know and trust. When teams know how to work together, the work will be seamless and efficient. However, when there is a skills gap in the group, it may cause unnecessary delays.
At Greenup Industries, our variety of clients range from the industrial and commercial manufacturing industries to Federal and local municipalities and utilities. We can help you at any phase of your project, from idea to construction and startup.
Want to know more about how we can help you achieve your project goals? Call us today at (225) 283-4843.