Construction Roadblocks
Parm Bhangal MRICS
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There is way too much competition in the construction business. Therefore, it is necessary to stand out from the competition. To do that, you need to provide the best work in the shortest possible time. Indeed, it is all about efficiency.
Construction is not just about making things. In some cases, a bit of demolition is required. Similarly, to make sure all your projects succeed, creating a project management strategy isn’t enough. You also have to demolish any possible roadblocks that might pop up throughout the course of your project. Fortunately, our construction consultants stay wary of these problems to ensure a smooth ride ahead.
In this blog, we will discuss some construction roadblocks and how Bhangals can help dodge them.
Communication Gap
Strangely, communication is probably not the first thing you think about when it comes to construction project management. To be fair, communication is key here, like in any other pursuit. And no, by that we do not mean a lack of conversation between the on-site workers. We are talking about making sure that all the vital information is properly communicated from one area of the project to another. Otherwise, you will get unwanted outcomes. Redoing everything will take up more of your time and money.
Therefore, communication coordination among everyone, working on-site and behind the scenes, needs to be on-point. This means managers should spend some more time on the site, instead of their office.
The consultants at Bhangals can help bridge the gap between all the players (contractor, architect, and even construction professionals) while keeping your best interest in mind.
Old Tools and Equipment
A lot of people seem to forget that construction machinery and equipment do not stay good forever. Even if you properly maintain it, this is not the case. Defective and dysfunctional equipment equals low productivity. It can delay your schedule.
Moreover, it could also help if you considered the competition. Many other businesses are heavily investing in modern equipment and machinery. They are quicker and more productive. However, it is also very easy to go all out, which can affect your project's budget.
Our construction consultants work with selected dealers. As they have worked with them on several projects, they can easily negotiate bulk discounts. This will ensure your workers have all the essential and new tools without a drastic increase in the construction costs.
Overcomplication
Your plan should be easy to understand and streamlined. Even people who are not experts should be able to understand it. Unfortunately, most consultants do not take this route. They complicate things. This, in turn, causes miscommunication and confusion among people working on the construction project.
For instance, they may drift from a working process in an attempt to improve efficiency. But instead, it makes things way more difficult. Or, they may think that an aspect of the project requires a subcontractor, but continue to create more arbitrary fields, that need more 'expert' hires. Keep in mind: simple is efficient, no matter how complex the project.
The consultants at Bhangals are meticulous. They can help outline the budget, timeline, and scope of your construction project. With a detailed plan and an expert overseeing everything, you can prevent delays. It will lessen costs that come with late completions and overruns.
Starting Too Early
Yes, you probably want to get done with the project as fast as possible to please your clients. (Or even because you are aware you may not like it as much.)
But if you begin too early, then you should expect many roadblocks throughout the construction process. When we said you must avoid overcomplicating things, we did not mean you should not go through a proper planning process before construction.
Discussing what the project is about and will entail is essential. It can be beneficial if you talk about everything in detail to point out all possible problems. We, at Bhangals, have years of experience. So our consultants can make your construction project succeed, all the way from planning to fieldwork.
To Sum Up
There is a lot that goes into a successful and smooth-running construction project. No matter how good your planning is, roadblocks are bound to arise. These can occur on-site or even before any construction has taken off.
If you want to stay on budget, avoid delays, and make quick decisions, our expert construction consultants are your answer. At Bhangals, we have years of experience and can make things work in your favour.