Communication (or lack thereof) in a construction project directly contributes to how much money every contractor makes on the project.

The reason communication is worth emphasizing so much is because I’ve seen firsthand how smoothly a project can go if the right systems and channels are in place. On the flip side, I’ve also seen the other end of the spectrum where a ‘quick and easy’ project turns into a nightmare that no one wants anything to do with because of the constant delays and lack of communication – ultimately resulting in sinking profits for every party involved.

Communication can singlehandedly make or break a project, therefore it is essential that you take every measure necessary to ensure that you have a strong communication plan in place PRIOR to starting construction.

A white paper produced by KPMG stated that the effective management of major projects relies on three key concepts:

1. Early Planning & Organization
2. Stakeholder Communication & Project Controls Integration
3. Continuous Improvement

If it wasn’t already clear: the absence of a communication plan leads to key stakeholders not being on the same page, ultimately resulting in errors and omissions throughout the project lifecycle. This will not only affect your budget but also potentially set your project back in time as well.

To avoid this, I’ve outlined some steps you can follow below which allow you to generate your own communication plan and hopefully execute it with the help of some kind of construction management software. If you’re struggling to find one that matches your exact needs, try looking for ones that utilize Construction Workflow Automation (CWA), as they tend to be more flexible and allow you to match your exact workflows onto their platforms.

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