Effective project management is the backbone of any successful build. In this article, we compare leading SaaS platforms tailored to construction—from Procore and Buildertrend to PlanGrid and CoConstruct. We cover core features such as real-time collaboration, submittal tracking, and mobile access for on-site teams.
Next, we illustrate how to set up a Gantt chart for a medium-sized project: breaking down tasks by phase, assigning resources, and linking dependencies. You’ll see example timelines and learn to adjust slack time to account for weather delays and supply chain hiccups.
We’ll also touch on team communication: integrating chat, video conferencing, and document sharing so everyone—from project managers to subcontractors—stays on the same page. Bonus section: how to pull meaningful analytics from your project data to forecast cost overruns before they happen.