We Should Talk: Committing to Meeting of the Minds with PMs

By John Rowlett One strong indicator of a top-performing construction project is vigorous interaction and communication between the superintendent and the project manager. While it may be common for the two roles to intersect, the argument here is for a heartier, more cohesive relationship, one in which the two parties are fully in sync and clearly understand each other’s expectations and needs. Nowadays, owners expect even their most complex projects to be delivered faster, cheaper and with value-added services. In this environment, what’s called for is not an isolationist “I’ll-do-my job; you-do-yours” relationship between superintendent and project manager. To win … Read more

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Asta Powerproject Users Convene in Philadelphia Next Month

DENVER, Colo. – U.S. construction project managers and schedulers will connect in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania next month for the twice-annual Asta Powerproject user conference. The Sept. 15-16 event at the Hub-CityView convention center in downtown Philadelphia will feature tips to get more from the scheduling software and provide practical advice from other users. Real-world use cases will be showcased, new features will be highlighted and the projected roadmap for upcoming editions will be reviewed. Current users and those considering making the switch to Asta Powerproject are invited to attend. Conference attendees will hear from several speakers including Elecosoft’s Chief Operating Officer … Read more

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