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This page is your gateway to learning how we can help you take control of your business, improve operational efficiency, increase profitability, and plan confidently for the future. Whether you're ready to grow, restructure, or prepare for succession, we're here to guide you every step of the way.
Virtual Review & Discovery
Remote review and discovery that leads to on-site action plans.
At Shapcott & Lauber, every engagement begins with a virtual approach designed to establish credibility and build trust from day one. Before we offer solutions, we take the time to truly understand your business — without getting in the way of your day-to-day operations. This initial phase provides a comprehensive, remote assessment of your company’s operations, strategies, and market position—setting the stage for impactful, on-site implementation.
Our Virtual Review & Discovery phase evaluates key aspects of your business, including your goals, financial performance, operational efficiency, customer engagement, and competitive positioning. By conducting this work remotely, we minimize disruption while saving you time and money.
Through the use of virtual communication and data analytics tools, we help clients quickly surface challenges, uncover opportunities, and generate actionable insights. This phase not only accelerates decision-making but also ensures a seamless transition into our hands-on execution phase—delivered on-site and, when appropriate, virtually.
Operations & Project Management
Field productivity, quality implementation and scheduling mastery.
This important function is the engine of your company, responsible for turning contracts into completed projects. It oversees all aspects of project execution—from planning and mobilization to scheduling, jobsite coordination, subcontractor management, and closeout.
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Coordinating resources and crews for maximum productivity
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Managing timelines to avoid delays and liquidated damages
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Ensuring quality control and adherence to specs, plans, and codes
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Maintaining job cost control and field-to-office communication
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Managing safety programs and compliance
How Shapcott & Lauber helps:
We work directly with management and your team to streamline project workflows, improve scheduling efficiency, and install clear job costing systems that eliminate chaos. Our knowledge on operational systems within the construction vertical increases field productivity, reduces delays, and ensure quality control, allowing you to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to spec—consistently.
Estimating & Preconstruction
Better takeoffs, smarter pricing, higher award rates.
Estimating and preconstruction plays a critical part in laying the groundwork for success before a project begins. Estimators analyze blueprints, conduct takeoffs, price materials and labor, and prepare bids. Preconstruction teams collaborate with clients and operations to clarify scope, mitigate risk, and align budgets with goals.
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Preparing detailed estimates and accurate cost projections
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Developing competitive bids and proposals
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Conducting value engineering and constructability reviews
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Improving bid-to-award ratios through targeted strategies
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Aligning awarded work with operational capacity and strategic goals
How Shapcott & Lauber helps:
We help our clients improve the accuracy and consistency of their estimating process, establish better controls around takeoffs and pricing, and implement strategies to boost their bid-to-award ratios. Our support ensures you’re bidding the right jobs at the right price—setting up your teams for operational success and financial gain.
Financial & Cash Flow Management
Cash flow clarity, clean books, and financial confidence.
There's an old saying, "If you can't measure it, you can't manage it." Knowing your numbers is crucial, especially in construction. This department manages the financial backbone of your company. From daily transactions to long-term financial planning, it provides the insight and controls needed for sustainable growth.
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Cash flow management and job cost tracking
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Budgeting and variance analysis
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WIP (Work-In-Progress) reporting for real-time performance
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Billing, collections, and payroll processing
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Tax planning and long-range forecasting
How Shapcott & Lauber helps:
We install financial systems that provide real-time visibility into project performance, cash flow, and profitability. Our approach includes building effective WIP reports, tightening budget controls, and training your team to use financial data as a strategic tool for informed decisions and long-term sustainability.
Marketing & Business Development
Better leads, stronger brand, consistent backlog
This part of your organization ensures that your company has a strong pipeline of future work by cultivating relationships, business conversions promoting the brand, and pursuing strategic opportunities.
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Lead generation and strategic prospecting
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Nurturing existing client relationships and repeat business
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Branding, digital presence, and reputation management
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Proposal writing and presentations
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Building and maintaining a strong backlog of profitable work
How Shapcott & Lauber helps:
We work with you to build a repeatable sales system, clarify your value proposition, and create marketing tools that position your firm competitively. We also help establish backlog forecasting tools and performance metrics to ensure your growth strategy aligns with operational capacity.
HR & Workforce Development
Hire smart, retain talent, and stay compliant.
In a labor-constrained industry, HR is critical to building and maintaining a high-performing team. This department is focused on attracting, developing, and retaining talent at all levels.
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Recruiting skilled tradespeople, supervisors, and staff
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Employee onboarding, training, and career development
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Managing performance, culture, and engagement
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Ensuring legal compliance and risk management
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Creating workforce plans for scalability and succession
How Shapcott & Lauber helps:
We help you design organizational structures, build recruiting systems, and install performance management tools that align with your culture and goals. Our process improves retention, supports training and development, and builds scalable teams that grow with your business.
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