In the competitive world of construction, it’s more important than ever for civil contractors to be efficient and profitable. However, many contractors are making costly mistakes that are eating into their profits. In this article, we’ll discuss three ways...
In the construction world, every detail counts! Especially when it comes to managing your costs and identifying potential opportunities. As a contractor, you’re familiar with the visible expenses of a project. But what about the hidden ones, those that sneak up...
As an external QS (Quantity Surveyor), the day is filled with various tasks that keep your construction projects on track and profitable. From managing emails to checking measurements, the behind-the-scenes activities are all crucial to make sure everything runs...
As a contractor, you’ve probably received a tender analysis from an architect as part of the tender process. But should you trust this analysis? In short, no, you shouldn’t trust an architect’s tender analysis. Architects, while experts in design and...
Have you ever been in the middle of a project, and suddenly, your quantity surveyor (QS) leaves? There you are, with a half-finished project and no one to manage the costs. The one person who knew the ins and outs of the money on the job – gone! In the fiercely...
