Executive Summary. The designer knows design. You know cost. If you can satisfy the designer at a fraction of the cost, this equates to an increased bottom line for you. Know the designer’s worry. Designers worry about their designs standing the test of time. They...
Owners Loosen Your Grip!
Executive Summary. COVID and inflation in 2020, 2021, and 2022 have created challenging and unpredictable times for contractors. Owners should consider loosening contract provisions during this interim for the good of their projects. I’m tired of hearing of these...
Incidental: What’s in a Word?
Executive Summary The word “incidental” is common to the construction industry and it can be damning if you’re not careful. Understand what you’re committing to when you enter that unit price in the bid proposal when it requires “all incidental costs be included”....
SJCC Toolbox Terms & Glossary
Listen to our podcast for new terms and check out our glossary below. Click on a term to find articles that reference that term. Glossary of Terms A Aggregate – Coarse material such as sand, gravel, or other crushed rock. Often used as a substrate or base...
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ReviewsClient Reviews - Appreciations & Recommendations Over fifty (50) letters from clients, plus testimonials below - SJ Construction Consulting, LLC has earned its fantastic reputation from quality work provided to great clients.A-C | D-G | H-K | L-O | ...
Smartsheet™ – A Contractor’s Dream
Executive Summary. It’s like Excel™, but not Excel™. It’s a great fit for logging: submittals, RFIs, letter, potential change orders, et cetera. Read on for a quick review of this not-so-heard-of product in our industry. Recommended! What is Smartsheet™? Smartsheet™...