By: Josh Farr Respected and feared — that’s the general sentiment about cranes on jobsites. We need them, but few types of construction equipment require as much detailed planning and safety consideration. Regardless of class or size, the very nature of cranes demands careful evaluation in the earliest stages of the project, ensuring effective budgeting and reducing the possibility of coordination obstacles later in the project. The big lift: preconstruction A successful project begins with successful preconstruction. One key element to accurate planning and estimation is ensuring the superintendent is engaged in the preconstruction phase. Being able to share experience […]