When it comes to commercial site development, your ability to communicate with your general contracting team can make or break your project. Here at S.E. Trogdon & Sons Inc., we value open communication with our clients, and we’d like to take this opportunity to walk through a few practical steps you can take to help ensure seamless communication from start to finish.
- Set the Stage: Getting off on the right foot is key, so be sure you are clearly articulating your goals, expectations, and requirements right from the start. This helps you make sure your general contracting team can meet your needs and sets the tone for clear, effective communication for the rest of the project.
- Clearly Defined Channels: There are numerous ways to communicate in the modern world, and effectively navigating these various channels can be a struggle for anyone. Make sure you let your general contracting team know the best way to reach you, and that you know the best way to reach them in turn.
- Recognizing Roles and Responsibilities: The more hands involved in a project, the more room there is for confusion. Sit down with your general contracting team and hash out everyone’s roles and responsibilities and consider utilizing tools like an organization chart that clearly outlines the chain of command and everyone’s roles.
- Constructive Check-ins: Being able to give and receive feedback is essential for both sides of a project. Planning time for regular project meetings to debrief what’s been done and discuss what is pending, as well as work through any problems, is a great way to keep everyone on the same page and effectively tackle issues.
Remember, as a client, your active involvement and clear communication are major contributing factors to the success of your project. If you’re interested in working with us for your general contracting needs, don’t hesitate to reach out and get your next project off on the right foot.