From colonial times until a century or so ago, most people built their own homes. Then ‘Builders’ gradually came into existence, people would hire one man/company who was mason, carpenter, electrician and roofer to build their home. Following World War II, specialists arrived and the General Contractor was born – the home was subcontracted to specific trades because this delivered more cost efficiency and better quality.
So what is a ‘Builder’ today?
Builders should be managers and leaders who are charged with coordinating hundreds of moving parts and ensuring quality and value.
What is that Builder’s Value?
A Builder’s real value is his ability to create and maintain a process. At the end of the day, most people get a decent product when they build. The true measure of success is to answer this question: ‘Was it a good experience, or a painful disorganized mess?’
THE CONCLUSION WE HOPE YOU REACH:
You don’t want a Builder struggling to run a business…
You want an organized and professional Businessman, who happens to build great Homes.
About Nate
Bridgewater Consulting & Construction Management designs and builds Homes for discriminating Clients looking for a unique personal relationship and high attention to detail. Founder Nate Schoen has been honored as a 'Top 40 Under 40' by Professional Builder magazine.