It has often been said that the key to project success both lives and dies with the ability to effectively plan.  When managers think of project planning, their mind tends to gravitate toward a mixture of resource allocation, budget, and schedule among many others.   Our ability to effectively juggle these

All successful projects have a singular common theme. A project team can be well organized and effective in planning for project success, but without the right team to execute this work, project success will not come easy. Each of us has likely been on a project where there was perhaps

It has often been said that the key to project success both lives and dies with the ability to effectively plan.  When managers think of project planning, their mind tends to gravitate toward a mixture of resource allocation, budget and schedule among many others.   Our ability to effectively juggle these

If you are a business owner, or if you have been involved in the bidding phase of construction contracting, you have likely heard the term EMR, or Experience Modification Rate as it relates to Worker’s Compensation Premium.  What you may not understand is how it is determined, and how

Whether your workforce is experienced in their respective trade, or on their very first job, the way in which you handle the employee onboarding and training process during the project onset is critical to your project’s overall success.  In the world of construction, many may look at employee onboarding

According to the National Equipment Register (NER), construction project sites experience losses of more than $1 Billion annually due to vandalism and theft.  Because theft is also the most common form of property loss, it is also often underreported with as low as only 29% of total thefts being reported

With the Summer weather well underway and hot temperatures raging throughout the country, heat-related illnesses are also on the rise.  With millions of workers exposed to occupational heat-related hazards each year, it is essential that you and your employees know and understand the extreme risks associated with heat stress.  Join

The construction industry has long been recognized as an industry riddled with high-hazard occupations where the need for strict controls is necessary in an effort to curb the historically high injury and illness rates that come with it.  With work tasks potentially exposing our workers to hazards such as  fall

Within Federal Construction, subcontractors play a crucial role in the successful completion of projects.  They bring specialized expertise that is often needed to ensure that various aspects of the project are completed on time. When hiring subcontractors, however, professional liability can be a very real if diligence is not paid

One of the more challenging aspects of working on Federal Construction Projects can be the numerous challenges associated with working around other contractors and trades.  Multi-contractor worksites present unique challenges in terms of coordination, communication and workplace safety.  As the complexity of the project increases, so does the need for

A Govgig EM385 1-1 Compliance Article Federal work opportunities are coming soon!  The Professionals here at GovGig specialize in requirements in the Federal arena and we are here to guide you as you work to meet the many obligations that will be expected of you when working in this industry.

Perhaps the greatest value that you can bring to your organization comes in the form of effective personal communication.  Like we have previously discussed here at GovGig, effective communication is by far the most important predictor of project success above all other variables; greater than education and experience combined.  Effective

The Month of June is National Safety Month. The professionals here at GovGig  subscribe to safety in the workplace and to the importance of planning our work around the health and safety of our workforce.  As we contemplate the sacrifices of past generations, we cannot help but be thankful for

The Federal Government has a goal of allocating 23% of Prime Contracts to small business.  With an overall $1.6 Trillion discretionary budget and with Billions of dollars now being allocated to the Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP), now is the time to jump into the market of Federal Contracting.

An EM 385 1-1 Compliance Article If you have been in the industry for any length of time as we have here at GovGig, you have likely heard the term Competent Person (CP) applied to a variety of areas such as excavation work, scaffolding, or fall protection.  Competent Person is

For those who have been engaged in Federal Construction for any length of time, project success has often been defined as the overall profitability of the project and being able to complete the project on time, and under budget.  There are times however, that despite our best efforts that a

Let’s talk about a difficult topic.  Let’s talk about a topic that has likely affected the lives of nearly every person in this room in one way or another.  The topic of suicide is not an easy topic to approach nor is it a comfortable discussion.  As we

A GovGig EM 385 1-1 Compliance Article Stop Work Authority (SWA)-  You may have heard this term quoted a time or two if you have spent any amount of time in the industry.  As the importance of workplace safety has gained a significant foothold in the way in which

Our team of professionals here at GovGig understands the substantial strain that workplace injuries can have on both our workforce and our bottom line.  As an employer and a government contractor, managing workplace injuries is a very big deal.  As outlined within the article below, failure to do so has

Here at GovGig, we have frequently discussed the importance of establishing controls on the projects in which we work in an effort to protect our workers. We are always seeking more effective and informative ways in which to better manage occupational risk. Ensuring that our workplace is free from recognized

With considerable Federal Contracting opportunities on the horizon due to the Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program’s (SIOP) investment in shipyard infrastructure, the upcoming job prospects will be numerous.  The imminent breakthrough in this sector promises to stimulate substantial job growth and presents exciting prospects for the qualified workforce.  Consequently, career

A GovGig EM 385 1-1 Compliance Article The professionals here at GovGig understand the importance of driving an incident-free work environment.  A lot goes into developing a proactive and responsive project where the safety of our workforce is given our highest priority. Even with our best intentions, incidents have and

At GovGig, we realize the importance of continuous development and the impact that growing as a professional can have on our professional future.  Consider the following recommendations as you look to own your own career path in the world of Federal Construction: 1)     Set goals and create a game plan

Whether you are in the middle of a career change, searching for a job, attempting to transition into the Federal Sector, or whether you have been in your place of employment for a very long time, professional networking can be a valuable resource for you no matter what stage you

A GovGig EM 385 1-1 Compliance Article Ensuring the safety of our employees, subcontractors and clients under our command is an imperative here at GovGig.  We truly understand the challenges that work around hazardous energy can pose to our work groups and continuously strive to ensure that sufficient controls are