There are countless factors that go into making a construction project run smoothly, but perhaps the most important aspect is having a strong project manager overseeing the process. One of Bobbitt’s project managers weighs in on the attributes of a good project manager. Project managers in construction oversee the building process...
Have you ever wondered how a construction company takes a customer's ideas and creates a budget estimate? As a building owner, the estimating process can seem like your construction team has pulled numbers out of thin air, and those numbers can often be daunting. But a good estimating department actually...
While investing in commercial real estate can seem intimidating, it is usually an excellent investment with attractive yields. Overall, real estate investments are used to generate profit and income for the investor. If you’re new to commercial real estate, let’s cover some of the basics. What is commercial property? Commercial real estate...
Bobbitt article published in the Carolina Fire-Rescue-EMS Journal Josh Boltinhouse once worked on projects as an outside architect. Now, as a principal architect for Bobbitt A&E, he understands the multiple benefits of bringing in the general contractor early on. With the architect and contractor working together from the beginning, they are...
The term “wellness” no longer means “not sick” as it did 50 years ago. With the rise of high-end fitness boutiques, stylish athletic wear, health food stores and smoothie and juice shops, wellness is no longer a trend but a booming industry that is now making its way into interior...
You may read the title of this article and laugh at the thought of winter in the Carolinas – especially when it’s the mid-fall and still 86 degrees outside! However, the Carolinas are not immune to winter weather as evidenced by the multiple snowstorms that hit in the last few...
Whether you’re building new or renovating an existing location, understanding how budgeting works during the planning phases of your project is extremely important. Given the unforeseen hiccups that can occur, there is no way to be 100% prepared for a construction project, but understanding the estimation phases can give you...
When contemplating a new facility for your company or organization, deciding between renovating your existing space or embarking on new construction is a big decision. It’s important to go into the evaluation with a defined set of goals and parameters that need to be met by either renovating or building...
Chances are you’ve heard the term “green building” in the construction industry in recent years. But what exactly is green building, and why does it matter? What is green building? While there are many definitions of green building throughout our industry, the underlying principles are the same: Minimal disturbance to...
Bobbitt is proud to be featured this month in the industry magazine Metal Construction News as a leader in design-build construction. This article takes a look at the design-build construction method, the efficiency and quality of metal building construction, and Bobbitt's approach and experience in these areas. Excerpts from the article: "In...