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C-10 Licenses: Everything Future Electricians Need to Know
Electrical subcontractors are in high demand across the country, and large contractors are constantly hiring to keep up with the demand. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of job opportunities for electricians will increase by 9% between 2020 and 2030, owing to an increase in construction spending. But what exactly do you [...]
C-20 Licenses 101: How to Get Them, Costs, and Timelines for 2024
As the demand for climate control systems rises, HVAC professionals will continue to be in higher demand. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers is expected to rise by 5% between 2020 and 2030. However, residential, commercial and industrial systems are becoming more complex, [...]
How to Wow the GC During The Prequalification Phase of Preconstruction
Last week, we explored an introduction to the preconstruction phase, which is largely the terrain of GCs, owners and architects. This week, we're honing in on the aspects of preconstruction that subs should be aware of. Preconstruction presents a unique opportunity for subs to make an impression on GC's: the prequalification phase. We'll take a [...]
Billd Announces Partnership with ConstructConnect to Significantly Strengthen Bid Strategies for Trade Contractors
Billd introduces partnership with ConstructConnect, giving trade contractors access to project financing solutions that help reduce barriers to entry on projects AUSTIN, Texas, May 10, 2022 — Billd, the leading provider of material financing and pay app advancement for commercial trade contractors, today announced a partnership with ConstructConnect, a portfolio of software and services that [...]
The Preconstruction Phase: A Quick Introduction
As every subcontractor knows, before any construction project can begin, a lot of planning, designing and scheduling must be done. This initial planning stage is called the preconstruction phase. In this phase, the entire scope of the project is laid out making it a critical component that determines the success of the construction project. In [...]
The 3 Obstacles You’ll Experience When Growing Your Subcontracting Business And How to Tackle Them
In the 1980’s, a young man in his early 20’s decided he needed to make money. He picked up a rake and a bucket, and began knocking on doors. “For $20, I’ll clean up your yard.” He’d offer, and sometimes, the homeowners would accept. This man would go on to build a multimillion dollar landscape [...]
The Best Construction Podcasts In 2023
Whether you want to make your commute more productive or tune into something engaging and educational on the job site, podcasts are a great option. Construction podcasts can help you track the latest news, learn tactical tips and tricks, and become a more informed, well-rounded construction professional. But what podcasts should you start with, or [...]
Why Are Low Bids Chosen? An Honest Assessment of Hard Bid Projects
By Larry Bernstein LinkedIn Every subcontractor has second-guessed themselves after crafting and submitting a bid. Were you too bold? Was the bid too high? Or did you undervalue your services? Was the bid far too low? e GC resorts to one single criterion to pick a sub: Price. Rather than considering reputation, skill level, approach [...]
Connected Construction 101: Why It’s the Future of the Industry
As a subcontractor, you know how difficult it is to manage construction projects. You need to bring together suppliers, equipment, materials, and labor within an estimated budget and timeline. Managing workflows by hand can often lead to client dissatisfaction, budget overruns, delays, reduction of profit, and additional costs for project stakeholders. According to the 2022 [...]
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