The Chad Fisher Construction (CFC) team are long-term general contractors with more than 40 years of experience. As a result, we’ve had some time and experience planning and executing construction projects on a schedule. We know what it takes to finish construction projects on time.
As with any project, there are a few factors that make all the difference between completing projects as promised and missing deadlines.
Essential Steps For Finishing A Construction Project On Time
Proper Planning
Before beginning a construction project, you need to have a comprehensive project plan. We work with the client, architects, public agencies, subcontractors and our construction team to ensure everyone involved knows their roles and timelines. Plans will also include backup contingencies for unexpected circumstances to avoid any project setbacks.
Establishing A Realistic Finish Date
Construction projects are often complex and involve many people. It is essential to continually collaborate with all parties regarding due dates for their part to make sure the target completion date is realistic.
General contractors are responsible for dealing with the competing timelines in order to make sure clients reach their goals for completion.
Assigning Clear Roles And Responsibilities
The project plan clearly identifies all involved parties and their specific roles and responsibilities.
In addition, all the staff involved should have a clear understanding of:
- What they need to do
- When they need to do it by
- Accountability for what they do
We involve the whole team from the start. We discuss every step of the project and have dialogue on the best way to execute the plan. This step makes all the difference for the project when everyone is involved and has a clear understanding of the project plan.
For some of the tasks the contracting company cannot provide, projects need trustworthy vendors to carry out these aspects. Choose subcontractors based on a history of working with them, ask for referrals, and do your research.
These steps will help give reassurance that you have the best possible team for the task at hand. In addition, even when employing workers, the recruitment team should focus on vendors with appropriate knowledge, experience, and skill.
Tracking Progress Throughout
Tracking the progress of the construction project is crucial. It can mean all the difference in completing the project on time. If there are changes that emerge to a construction schedule, we have detailed plans on how best to respond.
Good Management
Project managers review the schedule frequently. This process includes field and project notes and communications with contractors and subcontractors regarding the project process. These steps allow the project manager to make schedule changes where necessary.
In addition, at CFC we are very experienced and knowledgeable about the permitting process and work closely with public agencies to ensure we have everything needed for a smooth project.
Having Contingency Plans In Place
It is important to assess the initial construction schedule early on to identify areas of risk. This step will help reduce the chances of potential delays to the project.
Extra time might be necessary for unexpected delays caused by poor weather, a lack of skilled labor, and other factors. We work with trusted and reliable subcontractors who are prepared for these contingencies.
Thinking through these risks with the team and conducting daily progress report assessments help to manage the project.
Communication
Breakdowns in communication can turn small issues into considerably larger ones. Subcontractors, the project management team, and all relevant stakeholders are in regular contact throughout the lifecycle of the project. They work together to problem-solve and keep the project on pace.
Communication procedures include:
- progress reports
- plan adjustments
- feedback
Final Thoughts
There are several crucial aspects to finishing a project on time and within budget. Commercial construction projects can be very fluid. With so many things to consider, like weather, subcontractors and material, which is why planning is so important.
At CFC, we have a highly skilled team of experts to meet our client needs and deliver projects on time and within budget. Contact our team to talk about your construction project and how we can meet all your requirements.