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4 months Behind Schedule: How to Find the Real Cause of Construction Delays Before It's Too Late
A GC was 4 months behind—and the agency was ready to pull the plug. Delays like that aren’t caused by one big mistake. They’re built over time. This post reveals how to find the real root cause and stop the bleeding before it’s too late.

Gil Rosa
Jun 182 min read


The GC-Client Contract Clause Everyone Forgets Until It's Too Late
Most lawsuits in construction don’t start in the field—they start in the fine print.
There’s one quiet clause in most GC-owner contracts that binds you to every other agreement on the project—agreements you’ve likely never seen. It’s called incorporation by reference, and it’s the hidden trigger behind blown budgets, missed deadlines, and legal nightmares. This post shows you how to spot it, stop it, and protect your bottom line—before it’s too late.

Gil Rosa
Jun 172 min read


What Every GC Should Teach Their PMs (But Doesn't)
Most general contractors never teach their PMs the system they need to succeed. This GRPM starter kit changes that—with tools to lead, not just react.

Gil Rosa
Jun 162 min read


The Preconstruction You're Skipping Is Costing You Thousands
Skipping or rushing preconstruction is one of the costliest mistakes in the field. Here’s how early planning with GRPM Services creates trust, clarity, and profit.

Gil Rosa
Jun 32 min read


Architects in the Field: Enhancing Collaboration Between Design and Build
Architects don’t just belong in the studio—they belong on site. When they show up early and often, the work improves. Fewer gaps. Better builds. Stronger teams.

Gil Rosa
Jun 23 min read


Training the Trades: Building Skills for the Modern Builder
Training isn’t just for apprentices it’s how you future-proof your business. In today’s fast-paced construction world, modern builders need more than tools they need training that sharpens both hands and minds. Discover the three essential skill sets your crew must master and actionable steps to develop a team that doesn’t just show up but levels up.

Gil Rosa
May 282 min read


If You're Doing All the Thinking, You Don't Have a Team
If your crew can’t move without you, that’s not leadership it’s dependency. Real construction leadership means building a team that can think, act, and solve without constant direction. When you stop doing all the thinking, you start building a business that runs on more than just your brainpower.

Gil Rosa
May 272 min read


Is Construction Broken or Just in Transition?
Some say construction is broken. We say it’s evolving. Here’s what’s failing in the field and how the smartest firms are fixing it

Gil Rosa
May 232 min read


The 4 Noble Truths of Project Management
Jobsite suffering is real—but preventable. Here’s how GRPM Services uses clear scope and smart systems to help builders and developers avoid chaos.

Gil Rosa
May 222 min read


Everyone's Selling You Construction Tech. Here's What Actually Works
Tired of construction apps that promise the world and deliver confusion? This post breaks down the tools that actually save you time—and the ones that just waste it.

Gil Rosa
May 203 min read


What If Project Management Was Actually About People?
We’ve built systems to manage timelines, budgets, and deliverables—but somewhere along the way, we forgot we’re building with people, not just resources. It’s time to bring humanity back into how we manage our projects—and each other.

Gil Rosa
May 192 min read


Dear Developer: This Is Why Your Project Is Bleeding Money
Most developers don’t realize their project is bleeding money until it’s too late. The root causes aren’t in the field—they’re buried in preconstruction. This post breaks down five hidden leaks and shows you how to lead smarter from the start.

Gil Rosa
May 163 min read


What the Best Builders Do Before 9 AM
Great builders don’t just show up—they show up ready. This post breaks down the morning rituals that top GCs and Supers follow before 9AM to set the tone, lead with presence, and keep the jobsite flowing.

Gil Rosa
May 152 min read


The Fire Drill Business Model: Why You're Always Scrambling and How to Stop
If every day on the jobsite feels like an emergency, you’re not alone—you’re in a Fire Drill Business Model. At GRPM, we help builders escape the cycle of chaos with practical systems that calm the chaos, stop the bleeding, and build real leadership. This post gives you 3 ways to break the fire drill cycle today.

Gil Rosa
May 142 min read


Why you may have turned Your Best Crew Member into Your Bottleneck
He’s your go-to. Your fixer. Your MVP.
But what if the very person holding your jobsite together… is also holding your business back?
This post explores the hidden cost of over-relying on one crew member—and how to build a team that doesn’t break when your best guy needs a day off.

Gil Rosa
May 123 min read


The Project Didn't Fail; It Was Set Up to Fail
Most problems are born before the shovel hits the ground. When a project goes off the rails, everyone scrambles for answers. The client...

Gil Rosa
May 122 min read


Why Your Most Important Design Decision Happens After the Drawings Are Done
Design doesn’t end at the drawing set. In fact, your most important decision happens once construction begins. How you show up during CA—how present, responsive, and respected you are—can make or break your design in the field. In this post, we show architects how leadership during construction protects your vision, your budget, and your client’s trust. Drawings don’t build buildings—leadership does.

Gil Rosa
May 72 min read


Three Things I Ask When a Project Starts to Drift
Project drift doesn’t announce itself. It shows up as confusion, delays, and silence. In this post, learn three field-tested questions that help you catch drift early and reset your team before it’s too late. These aren’t big systems—they’re small, practical habits that create clarity and momentum. Ask them weekly and you’ll lead with confidence, not crisis.

Gil Rosa
May 52 min read


The Most Dangerous Words on a Jobsite: "That's How We've Always Done It”
“That’s how we’ve always done it” is one of the most dangerous mindsets on a jobsite. In this post, we break down why old habits lead to stalled progress, missed opportunities, and wasted time. Then we show how to ask better questions, update your systems, and create a culture of field-tested improvement. Stop defending the past and start building what works now.

Gil Rosa
May 22 min read


The 5 Essential Systems Every Construction Project Needs to Stay on Track—and Updated Regularly
Strong systems don’t just run projects, they grow with them. In construction, doing things the same way because it’s familiar leads to drift, delays, and lost profit. At GRPM Services, we help builders, architects, and developers install and improve five essential systems: scheduling, communication, cash flow, field feedback, and closeout. If your systems aren’t evolving, your project is already starting to slip.

Gil Rosa
Apr 303 min read
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