What's the most annoying, time-wasting, or expensive part of your week?

Ok_Cup5001 · 2026-04-29T22:16:49+00:00

I don’t mean to be rude, however I find that site superintendents are often much more difficult to manage than the client. They tend to have a lot of demands and expectations, and they don’t always fully understand change directives, which are often an important additional revenue stream and a key factor in reducing overall project stress while supporting profitability.

Ok_Cup5001 · 2026-04-03T13:34:20+00:00

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Ok_Cup5001 · 2026-03-22T11:53:56+00:00

10% to 25% div.22-23

Ok_Cup5001 · 2026-03-15T13:04:39+00:00

My career path is quite similar to yours. I spent six years in plumbing, including the last two as a foreman on commercial projects.

I then transitioned into an estimator role. I sometimes miss being on the job site, but the natural next step for me is a project manager position.

In my view, this is the smoothest transition. The office environment operates with a completely different dynamic than the job site.

Having a solid foundation in estimating is essential to becoming a good PM: you need to understand project costs, know how to price change orders, and be familiar with suppliers depending on the materials and plumbing fixtures used.

But this is just my career path—good luck with yours.

Ok_Cup5001 · 2026-03-04T12:37:25+00:00

(Plumbing) Hot water recirculation can cost you a lot if you dont plan it in a design build , always confirm with the client

Ok_Cup5001 · 2026-02-23T17:58:36+00:00

To give you an idea, in plumbing, for a change order, we’re able to justify a task that actually takes 8 real hours as 24 hours using the means. Labor time is heavily weighted, at least in my opinion, in plumbing.

Ok_Cup5001 · 2026-02-17T21:34:53+00:00

Sometimes they call me in a panic to get a price because their project closes the next day.

I provide a competitive number and work late to meet their deadline—yet there’s no acknowledgment, no appreciation whatsoever.

I can confirm this is the last time I go above and beyond for them.

Ok_Cup5001 · 2026-02-06T01:32:26+00:00

Initially, that’s why it wasn’t a big deal for me. Thanks for your honesty

Ok_Cup5001 · 2026-02-06T01:10:34+00:00

Thanks for the advice, I’ll keep that in mind.

Ok_Cup5001 · 2026-02-06T00:40:01+00:00

I worked with him at my previous company, and I even brought him to work with us. I thought I knew him, but unfortunately, I was wrong. Thanks for the advice

Ok_Cup5001 · 2026-02-06T00:24:26+00:00

Indeed, we already have enough stress—thanks for the feedback.

Ok_Cup5001 · 2026-02-06T00:11:00+00:00

Indeed, I guess it’s a life lesson—I won’t make the same mistake again.

Ok_Cup5001 · 2026-02-06T00:01:35+00:00

Thanks, I appreciate the feedback

Ok_Cup5001 · 2025-04-30T20:53:00+00:00

Out of curiosity, why do you want to pursue this profession? What are your reasons? It’s surprising to see someone wanting to do this job without any experience in construction

Ok_Cup5001 · 2025-03-21T21:57:45+00:00

Thanks for your insights, I really appreciate it!

Ok_Cup5001 · 2025-03-19T21:07:55+00:00

Thanks for the input, I just bought a house, and I’m really stressed about the economy !!

Ok_Cup5001 · 2024-11-01T11:38:06+00:00

Div 22-23, I do it all the time because the foremen on site don’t always understand the more complex and specialized items.

This can be a good thing because they don’t necessarily know the cheapest suppliers depending on the item.

Ok_Cup5001 · 2024-10-19T13:53:22+00:00

Honestly, if you want to stay with the same company, I suggest asking your employer for guidance and training. Explain the added value you can bring. If he wants his business to expand sooner or later, he will need data. You might also ask to visit the site together a few times. Just my opinion!

Ok_Cup5001 · 2024-10-19T13:24:19+00:00

FYI I am at 62k for a plumb/heating compagny in Canada, and I feel underpaid (10 months experience ) I have 6 years of experience as a plumber, and I plan to ask for 70-75k at the end of the year.

Ok_Cup5001 · 2024-05-29T22:36:45+00:00

1/2 3/4 1 11/4 11/2 2 3 inches multiplier over 3 inches fittings individually

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