Posted by The construction industry is quite competitive and it can be hard to get a leg up on the competition. Advertising, word-of-mouth recommendations, and fair bids can help you to land projects, but in an area with lots of builders, it may not be enough to help your business flourish. Adding some professional certifications can give you the advantage you need to be one of the top contractors in your area.
1. Construction Management Certification
The Construction Manager Certification Institute offers programs for both construction managers and managers in training, which tells clients that you have the training and expertise necessary to competently handle their job from start to finish. This program builds on your personal experience working in construction and gives you desirable tools and skills to use on the job site.
2. Green Building Council
In a world that is becoming more conscious of the environment, next to a Montana contractor license, green building certification is one of the most sought after certifications that contractors can obtain. The US Green Building Council’s LEED credentials show that you have taken the time to learn green building processes and principles, which earth-conscious clients will be looking for.
3. OSHA Construction Safety
Running a safe construction site is not only more efficient but also more cost-effective. When clients see that you have taken OSHA certifications, they will know that you have the safety of your workers at the forefront of your business and that translates to you building a safe structure for their project.
Though there is more to developing a successful construction business than flashing certifications and accolades, they can definitely make clients take notice during the bid process. Should it come down to several similar proposals and timelines, the company that can offer trained, certified, and experienced workers will almost always be the one that lands the project.