Project management is the backbone of any successful construction project. To succeed, you need to have control over all processes – from costing to strategic purchasing. In this article, we show how you can combine good costing and purchasing practices with effective project management tools to ensure profitability and success in construction projects. 

 The basis for success - Accurate calculation 

A good project plan starts with a precise calculation. This gives you an overview of costs and profits and ensures that you set realistic limits for the project. 

Interaction between costing and purchasing 

Once the estimate is in place, it's time to plan and execute your purchases. A solid estimate provides the foundation for your purchasing strategy, allowing you to prioritize cost-effective and reliable suppliers. 

How to ensure efficient purchasing: 

• Competitive bidding: Invite multiple suppliers to submit bids to secure the best prices. 

• Use of tools: A system like myoffer allows you to send a request based on your estimate and easily compare offers from different suppliers. 

• Clear requirements: Describe the assignment carefully, including quality requirements, deadlines, and technical specifications. 

Tip: Choose suppliers who can deliver within the project timeframe to avoid delays. 

Risk Management - Anticipate challenges before they arise 

Risk management is a key part of project management. Through careful costing and procurement planning, you can reduce risk and ensure project progress. 

Common risk factors: 

• Delivery delays: Choose suppliers with a solid track record, and build a buffer into the schedule. 

• Price changes: Use a calculation tool with an updated price database to avoid surprises. 

• Time Miscalculation: Always calculate a little extra time for unforeseen events. 

Example: A project using mycalc discovered that price increases on materials could be offset by negotiating directly with suppliers via myoffer . 

Seamless integration with digital tools 

Digitalization is the key to efficient and modern project management. By using integrated systems like mycalc , myoffer and myproject , you can ensure a smooth workflow from start to finish. 

Advantages of integrated systems 

• Time saving: Get rid of manual processes in Excel – use automated solutions. 

• Precision: Updated price banks and standards provide more accurate calculations. 

• Effective communication : Share information seamlessly between teams and suppliers. 

Example: With myoffer you can easily compare offers and transfer data directly to the calculation in mycalc , so that the project is always up to date. 

Post-calculation - Learn from every project 

After the project is complete, it is important to conduct a post-project costing to see how actual costs match the cost estimate. This provides valuable insight for future projects. 

Important questions in a post-calculation 

• What costs were underestimated or overlooked? 

• Where could we have saved time and money? 

• How can we improve the calculation and purchasing processes? 

Your key to project success 

Effective project management in the construction industry requires careful calculation, strategic purchasing and good time management. By using digital tools such as mycalc , myoffer and myproject , you can ensure that your projects are carried out more efficiently, cost-effectively and profitably. 

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