Nathan Sher Speaks on Improving Estimating Accuracy at Advancing Preconstruction

📣 We’re proud to share that our CEO, Shanthi Rajan, has been featured in Construction Financial Management Association’s flagship publication, CFMA Building Profits Magazine. 💸 Her article, “Closing the Gaps: Predictive Signals for Cash Flow, Change Orders & Margin,” is featured in the March/April 2026 issue (pages 61–66) and explores how construction leaders can use predictive insights to strengthen financial visibility, manage change orders proactively, and protect project margins. 🚧 In an environment where project complexity is increasing and margins are tighter than ever, she shares practical strategies for turning data into early warning signals that support better decision-making and stronger financial outcomes. ☺️ We’re honored to see her expertise recognized by one of the construction industry’s most respected publications and grateful to Construction Financial Management Association for spotlighting this important topic. Read the full article here 👇 CFMA Building Profits Magazine – https://lnkd.in/e25mVRJZ P.S. Log-in as a guest to view her article and others for free! #ConstructionFinance #CFMA #BuildingProfits #CashFlowManagement #ConstructionTech #ProjectControls #PredictiveAnalytics #ChangeOrders #MarginProtection #ConstructionLeadership #Linarc

At Digital Construction Week join an expert panel of estimating and delivery leaders as they explore how cost planning adapts from complex mega‑projects to modular delivery, and what lessons genuinely transfer across scales. Featuring Chris Bennett (Head of Performance Management & Estimating, Rolls-Royce SMR), James Rickett (Head of Estimating, Balfour Beatty plc) and Nigel Hart (Estimating Leader for Infrastructure, Laing O'Rourke), and moderated by Graeme Braybrooke (RIB Software), this session goes beyond theory to unpack real‑world experience - from upfront preparation and repetition, to site realities, risk and changing measures of success. A candid, practical discussion for anyone involved in cost planning, estimating and delivery, with clear takeaways you can apply long after the session ends. 📍 Transformation Hub, Digital Construction Week 🗓 4 June | 14:00–14:30 Learn more: https://okt.to/Obquap #RIBSoftware

What really changes when major programmes scale up, and scale down? At Digital Construction Week join an expert panel of estimating and delivery leaders as they explore how cost planning adapts from complex mega‑projects to modular delivery, and what lessons genuinely transfer across scales. Featuring Chris Bennett (Head of Performance Management & Estimating, Rolls-Royce SMR), James Rickett (Head of Estimating, Balfour Beatty plc) and Nigel Hart (Estimating Leader for Infrastructure, Laing O'Rourke), and moderated by Graeme Braybrooke (RIB Software), this session goes beyond theory to unpack real‑world experience - from upfront preparation and repetition, to site realities, risk and changing measures of success. A candid, practical discussion for anyone involved in cost planning, estimating and delivery, with clear takeaways you can apply long after the session ends. 📍 Transformation Hub, Digital Construction Week 🗓 4 June | 14:00–14:30 Learn more: https://okt.to/6B5TEX #DCW2026 #DigitalConstruction #CostManagement #Estimating #Infrastructure #ConstructionInnovation #ProjectControls #ModularConstruction #MegaProjects #DigitalTransformation

In industrial environments, the right replacement decision is about more than price. It is about scope clarity, operational planning, and reducing surprises after award. Independent roof specifications help owners evaluate bids with better context before work begins. Define the scope before replacement begins. Talk with an independent roof consultant about specifications that help clarify bids, planning, and project risk - https://lnkd.in/gtvT5Pkm #IndustrialFacilities #RoofReplacement #BidClarity #FacilityManagement #CapitalPlanning

At Digital Construction Week join an expert panel of estimating and delivery leaders as they explore how cost planning adapts from complex mega‑projects to modular delivery, and what lessons genuinely transfer across scales. Featuring Chris Bennett (Head of Performance Management & Estimating, Rolls-Royce SMR), James Rickett (Head of Estimating, Balfour Beatty plc) and Nigel Hart (Estimating Leader for Infrastructure, Laing O'Rourke), and moderated by Graeme Braybrooke (RIB Software), this session goes beyond theory to unpack real‑world experience - from upfront preparation and repetition, to site realities, risk and changing measures of success. A candid, practical discussion for anyone involved in cost planning, estimating and delivery, with clear takeaways you can apply long after the session ends. 📍 Transformation Hub, Digital Construction Week 🗓 4 June | 14:00–14:30 Learn more: https://okt.to/AvNzX7

This is going to be an exciting conference! InEight offers a comprehensive platform across estimating, project controls, document and project management, advanced work packaging, AI scheduling, billing, safety and compliance, completions, modeling (including model-based estimating) and engineering design management — integrating with hundreds of third-party solutions.

At Digital Construction Week join an expert panel of estimating and delivery leaders as they explore how cost planning adapts from complex mega‑projects to modular delivery, and what lessons genuinely transfer across scales. Featuring Chris Bennett (Head of Performance Management & Estimating, Rolls-Royce SMR), James Rickett (Head of Estimating, Balfour Beatty plc) and Nigel Hart (Estimating Leader for Infrastructure, Laing O'Rourke), and moderated by Graeme Braybrooke (RIB Software), this session goes beyond theory to unpack real‑world experience - from upfront preparation and repetition, to site realities, risk and changing measures of success. A candid, practical discussion for anyone involved in cost planning, estimating and delivery, with clear takeaways you can apply long after the session ends. 📍 Transformation Hub, Digital Construction Week 🗓 4 June | 14:00–14:30 Learn more: https://okt.to/bX5qe2

I was talking to Renee who oversees facility maintenance contracts in protected federal spaces. The work is scheduled tightly, but billing isn’t always aligned with completion. Some invoices go out quickly; others take time depending on documentation flow. It works, but it’s inconsistent. That inconsistency adds up across contracts. How consistent are your billing cycles across different projects?

A meaningful shift is happening in how cost reasoning is supported in quantity surveying. FROM COST DATA TO DEFENSIBLE COST REASONING In construction, we do not really have a data problem anymore. Data is abundant. What we have is an interpretation problem. A cost can look high. We can reference a benchmark. But in a real project conversation, the question is always: .........why is this number what it is? and more importantly: ...............How do we defend it? Most cost discussions still rely on a mix of experience, fragmented data and assumptions that are not always clear. That can work until the number needs to be clearly explained. The good news is that a shift is happening. We are moving from simply reporting cost data to enabling clear, traceable cost reasoning. Because in the end, the real value is not just the number. It is the confidence behind it. We want to give stakeholders confidence that the cost is robust and defensible.. This is shaping how we are building Intelligent Cost Manager (ICM). Happy to share more if of interest. #QuantitySurveying #Construction #CostManagement #Benchmarking #CostAnalysis #DataDriven #DecisionMaking

Many construction businesses are experiencing high workloads—but not seeing proportional financial results. The issue often lies in backlog composition. 👉 A full pipeline does not equal a profitable one. When backlog is driven by volume instead of strategy, it can lead to: Low-margin projects Resource strain Stagnant profitability despite growth 💡 The focus should shift from “staying busy” to building a profitable backlog. That means: ✔️ Prioritizing higher-quality, higher-margin work ✔️ Leveraging historical job data for decision-making ✔️ Aligning your pipeline with financial objectives 🎯 If you want to improve revenue and profitability: 👉 Watch the FULL video to learn how to evaluate and optimize your backlog for better financial performance. WATCH THE FULL VIDEO HERE: https://lnkd.in/e6amRypr Learn more of our services here: https://lnkd.in/eqzmyFsn Follow our Facebook Page: https://lnkd.in/eQMXa3X7 Follow us on Instagram: https://lnkd.in/exdKHceB Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/dQfWgfQk Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/erwhR6_7 💬 Share your thoughts or challenges — let’s discuss. #ConstructionCPA #ConstructionFinance #BacklogManagement #WIPReporting #JobCosting #Profitability #ConstructionIndustry #ContractorSuccess #BusinessGrowth