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PlanHub's General Contractor Directory for Subcontractors

In the construction industry, building strong connections is key to success. At PlanHub, our core mission is to help subcontractors connect with General Contractors (GCs) and Suppliers in their local markets. However, we recognize that the existing process requires subcontractors to first interact with a posted project before they can connect with the associated GCs […]

  • Subcontractors

    Construction Manager vs Project Manager: What’s the Difference?

    December 27, 2021

    There are subtle differences between a construction manager and a project manager. In some locations, these terms are interchangeable, and in others, they are separate positions. We’re going to look at what each position’s responsibilities are, then look more closely at their differences. Pro tip: both positions use construction bidding sites. Construction manager responsibilities Act […]

  • Subcontractors

    Four Types of Construction Contracts

    December 10, 2021

    While there are many contract clauses that can be used in construction contracts, there are really only four main contract types for a builder: time and materials, lump sum, total cost-plus, and guaranteed maximum price. The differences between these contract document types are subtle, but if you know what to look for, it’s easy to […]

  • Subcontractors

    The 7 Essential Phases of Any Construction Project

    December 8, 2021

    Construction projects aren’t built in a day, usually. The construction process takes planning and schematic design ahead of the project for even the simplest remodel. A Project team works tirelessly before construction begins to determine what work needs to happen and what materials should be used. Only then do contractors bid on the construction plan […]

  • Subcontractors

    How to Bid Construction Jobs

    November 30, 2021

    Understanding how to bid construction jobs is key to winning more construction projects and work. A construction bid can be confusing if you don’t fully understand the construction bidding process on a construction project or how to bid construction jobs.  From understanding what a construction bid should look like to how to put together a […]

  • General Contractors

    Habits of Successful Estimators

    November 9, 2021

    Construction estimators are under a lot of pressure. Estimate accuracy is paramount when bidding work but can be difficult in the real world. And there’s more pressure to win jobs and ensure that the company’s making a fair profit. Successful estimators are good communicators who rely on the latest in technology to improve their bid […]

  • General Contractors

    Construction Contract Types: Pros and Cons

    November 2, 2021

    While there are many contract clauses that can be used in construction contracts, there are really only four main contract types: time and materials, lump sum, cost-plus, and guaranteed maximum price. The differences between these contract types are subtle, but if you know what to look for, it’s easy to distinguish one from the other. […]

  • Subcontractors

    Bidding Checklist for GCs & Subcontractors

    October 26, 2021

    There are a lot of components to create a winning bid, and if you’re always scrambling to get information for a bid and wish there was a detailed list of what you needed to know to bid on a project, we’ve created a solution for you! This is a checklist to help you identify projects […]

  • General Contractors

    Ways to Find Subcontractors for Out of Town Work

    October 22, 2021

    If you’re expanding to a new location or bidding on work outside of your usual service area, it can be tough to find subcontractors to bid construction projects. You need to find reliable subs who will bid the work and provide quality performance for your customer. But you also need to find subs who can […]

  • General Contractors

    Scaling Your Construction Business

    October 19, 2021

    Are you ready to take on larger construction projects, but don’t know exactly how or where to start? This article will prepare you to take on bigger projects, make bigger profits, and help you know where to find them. What is a scale in construction? In very general terms ‘scale’ refers to an item’s size […]

  • Subcontractors

    Introducing PlanHub’s Bid Navigator for Subcontractors

    October 18, 2021

    PlanHub has rolled out a new suite of powerful features that make searching, bidding, and winning construction projects easier than ever for subcontractors across the nation.  The new tools, also known as the Bid Navigator, are direct additions to PlanHub’s bidding software and early access will be available to PlanHub Premier users. Core Features of […]

				
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