by Carroll_Estimating | Oct 29, 2024 | Building
When you’re working on a construction project, you might come across a Prime Cost (PC) sum. But what does that mean for you as a contractor? A PC sum is a value put aside in a building contract for items that haven’t been chosen or priced at the time the contract is...
by Carroll_Estimating | Oct 22, 2024 | Exterior
Your contract is everything when it comes to working in construction. If an issue comes up, it might seem easier just to say, “It’s grand; we’ll figure something out,” and try to sort things out yourself. But, when it comes to construction contracts, especially under...
by Carroll_Estimating | Aug 20, 2024 | Exterior
“Could you price this for us?” A simple enough question. Whoever asked you probably thinks it won’t take too long. And it probably won’t, but it will eat into the time you set to complete those other tenders you’re working on. Not to mention distracting and pulling...
by Paul Devereux | Jul 23, 2024 | Exterior
Tenders have submission dates for a reason. Clients and architects have their own deadlines, so it’s only fair you respect that and get your bid in on time, especially if you have been contacted and asked directly. In reality, life happens, time runs away, and...
by Paul Devereux | Jul 16, 2024 | Exterior
These days, there’s a lot of competition out there. You might be up against other bigger companies when submitting your tender bid and it can be tempting to just go in at the cheap end. But there’s a much better way of doing things. Here are 12 ways you can start to...
