As the year winds down, reflection settles in—a quiet companion to the season. For construction professionals, it's a time of looking back on projects completed, lessons learned, and challenges overcome...while preparing for what comes next. 

If the construction industry had its own version of A Christmas Carol, the story would unfold differently than Charles Dickens originally imagined. There would be no rattling chains or candlelit rooms, but the lessons would still ring true. Construction has its own ghosts of the past, present, and future—each offering a reminder of where the industry has been, where it stands today, and where opportunity lies.

Looking forward to the new year, it's the perfect time to reflect on the practices that may be holding your construction business back. As the popular saying goes, “out with the old, in with the new”—what are some habits that are better left in 2025 when it comes to managing your construction business?

In this article, we'll explore 12 all-too-common terrible construction project management habits that need to stay in 2025 so your business can thrive in the years ahead:

The New Blueprint for Construction Sales

What separates a construction firm that grows 15% year-over-year from one that plateaus? It's rarely the quality of their work; more often than not, it's how they manage the work they haven't won yet.

For many construction companies, relationships, referrals, and reputation have historically been their primary sources of new leads and opportunities. But, as the industry changes, clients are becoming more aware and more selective. To stay competitive, successful firms are focusing on purposeful, data-driven sales processes.

Modern sales management in construction is about more than closing deals. It's about building visibility across your pipeline, improving accuracy in estimating, and strengthening the connection between marketing, preconstruction, and project management. When done well, construction sales management becomes the foundation for long-term profitability and growth.

That's where construction sales management software like ConstructionOnline comes in — delivering an integrated platform that empowers teams to manage leads, track opportunities, build precise estimates, and present winning proposals, all in one connected system.

Construction professionals know the chaos all too well: a dozen browser tabs open, five different logins, critical data scattered across silos like loose lumber on a job site. 

What starts as a minor annoyance quickly becomes a tangled mess of apps, updates, and duplicated effort. 

Complexity wasn't the plan. It crept in quietly as the construction tech stack expanded—one "best-in-class" tool at a time. Scheduling here, cost tracking there, document storage somewhere else. 

Each tool promised focus. But together, they delivered friction. 

Now that's changing. The future of construction management isn't just about having the right tools; it's about having tools that work together. 

Managing large construction teams often goes hand-in-hand with overseeing larger projects, more complex budgets, and a wider scope of responsibilities. To run a tight ship, you need more than just grit—you need the right systems, tools, and strategies to keep everything on track and under budget.

In this article, we’ll share six practical strategies to help you lead large construction teams with less stress and more success.

Integrating your project management and accounting software is one of the smartest moves a construction business can make—but that doesn’t mean it’s always smooth sailing. Like any operational change, it comes with its own set of challenges. The good news? With the right tools, the right mindset, and a little upfront planning, these challenges can be tackled head-on.

With more than two decades of experience working in partnership with Intuit, the ConstructionOnline Team has helped thousands of construction pros successfully connect ConstructionOnline with QuickBooks™ - and we’ve seen the pitfalls teams face when syncing two powerhouse systems. Here’s what you need to watch out for - and how to stay a step ahead. 

In the construction world, managing chaos is part of the job—but your systems shouldn't add to the mess. Whether you’re running a handful of jobs or managing dozens of active projects, keeping your financials aligned with field operations is critical for profitability, performance, and peace of mind.

That’s where integration comes in.

By connecting your project management software with your accounting system, you create a unified workflow that empowers your team with accurate, up-to-date information across every department. And when you use UDA ConstructionOnline’s award-winning integration with QuickBooks, the results speak for themselves.

Let’s break down the key benefits of integrating project management and accounting software in construction.

Imagine a job site where seemingly every detail is in place, the materials on hand are top-notch, and the schedule is running smoothly. Yet, an overlooked precaution, a moment of complacency, or a rushed decision could unravel everything. This Construction Safety Week, an industry-wide campaign observed May 5th - 9th, we recognize that creating a truly safe work environment involves more than the plans and materials - it fundamentally hinges on the people. Embodying this year's theme, "All In Together," UDA believes in the power of collective effort. That's why ConstructionOnline™ cultivates this spirit, fostering the connected and proactive safety measures that enable construction teams to Plan effectively, Own their actions, and Commit to a safe workplace. 

Wondering why construction safety demands your utmost attention? 

• The construction industry consistently has the highest number of workplace fatalities, and a concerning number of workers, nearly 1 in 10, experience a non-fatal injury each year. 
  

The statistics paint a clear picture: the consequences of ignoring safety are severe. The high rates of fatalities and injuries underscore the need for every individual and process to prioritize safe practices. Furthermore, a strong safety culture isn't just ethically sound; it's financially prudent. Construction companies can save significantly for every dollar invested in protecting their workforce. Strong safety records often lead to fewer delays and higher productivity, contributing to overall success. 

Keep reading to discover how ConstructionOnline fosters team-driven safety that protects your people and your profits - 

Are you tired of inefficient project management? Are you tired of ripping your hair out and losing sleep because you are drowning in past due schedule tasks, over-budget change orders, a construction team that’s always asking you repetitive questions, and hunting down that one crucial document among multiple drives, folders, and software platforms?

If so, we’ve got 5 timeless strategies that will help you manage construction projects without being overwhelmed and stressed to the max, plus you’ll discover a single tool that will help you implement all 5 strategies in one place. Keep reading to learn more:

Every construction professional who has signed a contract should understand the critical role of submittals. These are essential documents—ranging from shop drawings and material samples to product data and test reports—that contractors provide to architects, engineers, or consultants before work begins. Submittals allow these professionals to verify that the proposed materials and methods comply with the project specifications, ensuring that construction proceeds as planned.