Top Project Management This Week

The most engaging project management content from this week, curated by Construction News.

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    Closing on a house and the “basement” looks like this!

    Hi, so please be gentle with me, this home was all that was in my budget. There was a door that went to a half dug up basement that wasn’t in the ad. Half the basement was 8’ dirt, and the other ha...

    Reddit - Construction · 4 days ago
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    Estimate help badly needed

    Im bidding a garage and I feel this should be a simple task.. im just having a hard time with the framing estimate part. I know i should figure out how long i think it'll take and get my hourly rat...

    Reddit - Construction · 3 days ago
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    Construction Consulting Gig

    I am looking to start a side hustle where I use my knowledge and experience in the real estate and construction industry from my day job. Mainly looking to advise new home buyers or home owners on ...

    Reddit - Construction · 3 days ago
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    Cost management software

    HELP PLEASE Okay, I'm looking for a construction software program to better my cost control. I need to be able to take my itemized estimate and make it into a master PO for my job budget. Then take...

    Reddit - Construction · 2 days ago
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    Hercules shares to be suspended as results delayed | Construction Enquirer News

    "Further work needed to review certain subcontractor contracts."

    Construction Enquirer · 4 days ago
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    Autonomous construction startup Bedrock Robotics raises $270 million in Series B funding

    Bedrock Robotics secures $270 million in Series B funding to enhance autonomous construction fleets, addressing labor shortages and boosting infrastructure project efficiency.

    Construction Technology · 4 days ago
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    What do you guys eat working out of town with random hours?

    I’m out of town a lot. My schedule is all over the place — some days I’m done at 5, other days around 9. By the time I get back to the apartment I’m staying at, cooking feels like a hassle (plus I ...

    Reddit - Construction · 3 days ago
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    Vests custom printing

    Is there any budget friendly printing shops for construction vests, preferably in atlanta or the surrounding area? Its about 70 vests and we need to print our name and number on the back and front....

    Reddit - Construction · 6 days ago
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    Newbie question: Is the job site you walk into ever plumb, square, and level???

    I've recently changed careers to something that's turned into a lot of residential construction (long story there), doing bits and pieces of almost every trade. Anyway, my construction mentor and b...

    Reddit - Construction · 6 days ago
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    what changed your lead quality more than ad spend?

    We tested a simple intake change: required budget range + urgency + project photos before calls. No ad changes. Lead count dipped a bit, but qualified conversations went up and no-show calls droppe...

    Reddit - Construction · about 9 hours ago
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    Anyone else terrible at writing follow-up emails to leads?

    I'd do the estimate, follow up once, then just... ghost. Mostly because writing a second email felt awkward. Been working on fixing that. Curious if this is a common problem or just me. submitted b...

    Reddit - Construction · 6 days ago
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    Feedback For A Homeowner (Me) to Develop a Bid Spec for an ADU

    I am in the final stages of completing plans for a ~700SF single story detached ADU. I would like to develop a consistent pricing sheet for the ~4-6 GCsI would like to get a bid from. In my mind th...

    Reddit - Construction · 1 day ago
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    Ministers delay HS2 reset plan for extra cost savings | Construction Enquirer News

    HS2 boss Mark Wild to explore slower trains for billions in budget savings

    Construction Enquirer · 3 days ago
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    Construction restrictions in Toronto during World Cup could delay move-in dates for condo developments

    The peak construction season could see a few pauses this summer, at least in the downtown core and on select major roads as Toronto prepares to host six games for the FIFA World Cup.  

    Construction Industry News · 4 days ago
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    Race starts for £1bn NHS decarbonisation framework | Construction Enquirer News

    Bidders have until 1 May to chase places on retrofit work packages

    Construction Enquirer · 4 days ago
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    How did you learn to read plans?

    (Non-union) wet utilities operator here. I'm smart enough to know how to get the answers I need, and not dumb enough to intimidate my direct leadership by having them teach me to read plans (you're...

    Reddit - Construction · 1 day ago
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    Style Over Safety Part II: More on What’s Wrong with Today’s Bathroom Design - GreenBuildingAdvisor

    Discover why current bathroom designs might be flawed with insights on toilet history, hygiene, and safety for a better bathroom experience.

    Green Building Advisor · 4 days ago
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    How does your bidding process actually look day-to-day?

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    Reddit - Construction · 1 day ago
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    Warranty Walk, without the contractor?

    PM from owners side here. We're approaching the end of warranty, so I contacted the prime's pm to schedule a walk. Quick details: -Large dia storm -Confined space and traffic control required -Proj...

    Reddit - Construction · 3 days ago
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    The First Pan-African Biennale Establishes a Platform for a Decolonized, African-Led Architectural Future | ArchDaily

    The inaugural Pan-African Architecture Biennale one-week event is scheduled to take place in Nairobi, Kenya, launching on September 7, 2026.

    ArchDaily · 2 days ago

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