How Preconstruction Software Improves Collaboration Among Teams

Owners increasingly value the preconstruction stage of the project and seek partners who can ensure certainty of outcomes, manage risks effectively and foster positive teamwork. Preconstruction management software, like ConCntric, was built to meet these needs by centralizing all project data into one unified platform. 

In this blog post, we talk about how to make collaboration a priority, break down silos in preconstruction, and eliminate inefficiencies that are holding your team back from making data-driven decisions and increasing transparency among all stakeholders.

Enhancing Team Synergy from Day One

Preconstruction management software such as ConCntric fosters seamless collaboration among all stakeholders. Because Owners value the preconstruction phase of a project, they look for partners who can guide them through this critical phase while ensuring certainty of outcomes. 

In preconstruction, you’ll often hear Owners ask questions like:

• How do you provide certainty of outcome from day one through the turnover of the completed project?
• What tools do you use to identify and manage risk?
• What do you do to ensure positive collaboration through the preconstruction phase?

These questions are asked to underscore the need for transparency and trust from the outset. Collaborative project delivery platforms in preconstruction unify all workflows into a single, accessible environment, allowing teams to work cohesively. When teams can dynamically present everything from cost analysis to risk management, preconstruction management software not only facilitates open communication but also helps build trust.

Sharing accurate, consistent information is key to collaboration in preconstruction, and preconstruction management software makes this possible with real-time access to data, ensuring everyone is on the same page. In the age of fast-moving technology, standing out as a collaborative partner is crucial in this competitive construction landscape.

Breaking Down Silos

ConCntric’s unified platform makes it possible to break down silos in preconstruction by centralizing all project data in one accessible place. Instead of working in isolated teams or fragmented workflows, ConCntric gives every stakeholder the ability to access the same real-time information. With this improved transparency, teams can reduce miscommunication and eliminate bottlenecks that occur when operating in independent silos.

Here are some examples of quotes from real preconstruction professionals about what is important to them in the preconstruction phase:

Mike Schnizlein, VP of Construction at Related Midwest: “The best functioning preconstruction that we have, and strive for, is really about people. It’s about bringing together the right people with the right alignment of goals and objectives. That’s when we see the best success. Where the design team is informed, the construction group is informed and then quite frankly, we, the Owner, know what we want, and we know what the outcome should look like, and we can communicate that.” 

Martin Walsh, VP of Facilities Development at Sonic Automotive: “It’s about being truly engaged and not just passing an estimate across the table and expecting myself on the Owner side and the Architect to decipher, what is $30 a square foot for a slab? It’s putting context into everything. It’s super important to be willing to come forward and be the expert, be that trusted adviser.”

Mike Vitkovich, Director of Preconstruction, Pankow Builders: “Before ConCntric, I could go look at my profit or fee, but I couldn’t realistically predict my fate and play with the health of the project, but now I can. ConCntric adds dimensionality to the estimate, adding a story. And I think that’s really powerful.” 

With all preconstruction workflows, from budgeting to risk management, integrated into one platform, ConCntric ensures everyone is aligned and working towards a common goal, enabling informed decision-making and smooth project execution.

The Power of a Collaborative Project Delivery Platform

To streamline communication and improve collaboration and efficiency in preconstruction, you need a great tool. By having all stakeholders work within a single platform, ConCntric allows teams to directly access the data they need to do their jobs without the delays and inefficiencies of communicating across various channels. Using a collaborative project delivery platform saves time and prevents bottlenecks, which are often the biggest hindrance to decision-making.

Another major factor driving efficiency in preconstruction is the ability to leverage past project data instantly. ConCntric’s platform stores past project data, allowing teams to capture historical insights that help make more informed decisions on current and future projects. In fact, “35% of construction professionals’ time is spent (over 14 hours per week) on non-productive activities, including looking for project information, conflict resolution and dealing with mistakes and rework.” – Autodesk + FMI. ConCntric addresses these inefficiencies by automating manual steps and streamlining the entire process. This powerful combination of real-time access and automation saves teams thousands of hours and dollars, making ConCntric’s preconstruction management platform the go-to solution for those seeking more efficient and collaborative preconstruction.

Transforming Collaboration in Preconstruction with ConCntric

Transforming collaboration in preconstruction begins with unifying the myriad of 40+ workflows into a single, digitized platform. By consolidating all preconstruction activities into a single platform, stakeholders can take their performance to a whole new level. ConCntric empowers teams to make data-driven decisions, leveraging historical data to validate current strategies and forecast future outcomes more accurately.

The difference between ConCntric and other preconstruction software is that it was purpose-built for preconstruction by builders who have lived and breathed the process themselves. This deep understanding of the myriad of workflows and how they intersect could only be understood by someone who has worked through it time and time again. ConCntric’s platform considers the needs and nuances of every stakeholder. The result? A more efficient, transparent, and collaborative preconstruction phase that drives better outcomes for the entire project.