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Who are commercial general contractors

A commercial construction company is a business that specializes in constructing vertical buildings. These companies are responsible for managing all aspects of the construction process, from design and planning to project completion.

See below for more information on the companies within Ganarpro. 

Work on a variety of projects

New construction, additions, and alterations of commercial buildings including offices, retail stores, warehouses, hotels, warehouses, factories, and other non-residential structures.

Primary role of a commercial general contractor

Ensure that the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the client's specifications. They are responsible for hiring and managing subcontractors, obtaining necessary permits and licenses, and ensuring that all work is done to code.

Largest building constructors

These general contractors primarily construct vertical buildings, not civil construction: Turner Construction , Balfour Beatty, Aecom, Whiting-Turner, DPR Construction, Gilbane, Clark Group, Tutor Perini, Hensel Phelps, Mortenson, Swinteron, Mccarthy.

Partners that construction companies may need to work with

Architects and Engineers to design and plan their projects. Subcontractors to perform specialized tasks such as electrical, plumbing, or roofing work. Suppliers to source materials such as lumber, concrete, and steel for their projects. Government Agencies to obtain permits, approvals, and inspections. Banks and private equity firms to obtain loans or other forms of financing. and Clients: Construction companies work for clients who initiate the construction projects.

Systems that construction companies may use

Project management systems to plan, schedule, and track their projects. BIM software is used to create detailed digital models of building designs. Accounting and financial management systems to manage their finances, track expenses, and generate invoices. Equipment management systems to track and maintain their equipment. Human resources management systems to manage employee data, track time and attendance, and administer benefits. and Safety management systems to ensure that their projects are completed safely and in compliance with relevant regulations.

Companies that provide software and systems to General Contractors

Procore, PlanGrid, and Autodesk BIM 360. Autodesk Revit and Bentley Systems MicroStation. QuickBooks, Sage 300, and Oracle Construction and Engineering. Asset Panda and EZOfficeInventory. ADP Workforce Now, Paychex Flex, and BambooHR. SafetyCulture iAuditor and IndustrySafe.

Employee hierarchy of a construction company

Owner/CEO, Chief Operating Officer (COO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), Project Managers, Site managers, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, and masons, Laborers.

State with the most construction companies in the United States

California, with over 172,000 construction firms. Texas and Florida were the second and third states with the most construction companies, with over 111,000 and 92,000 firms respectively. Other states with a significant number of construction companies include New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio.

Union hall affiliation

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers (SMART), Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA), United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America (UBC), and International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE).

Construction companies can get new clients in a variety of ways

Word-of-mouth referrals, Attending industry events and networking, Marketing and advertising, Bid on construction projects, and Partnering with other companies.

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