Category: Over budget

by MDCI Project Managers / on 12 February, 2024

Why we love being a Project Manager

MDCI have been delivering quality project management in Spain for 24 years and we are passionate about what we do. That’s why, in the month of love, we wanted to tell you six reasons we love our job and why our clients love MDCI. 1.
by MDCI Project Managers / on 23 January, 2024

A year of Project Management

There has been a significant increase in these conflicts, delays and budgetary issues over 2023. Reasons for this vary from project to project, but there are clear trends fuelling these problems across the board, such as lack of overall strategy and planning, price constraints
by MDCI Project Managers / on 5 January, 2024

Building a luxury Villa – going it alone

We have recently started working with a couple who have been trying to navigate the ins and outs of building a villa in Spain alone. After a year of hitting road blocks and being let down by suppliers, they reached out to us and
by MDCI Project Managers / on 5 November, 2023

Do you know what is included in your contract?

We have recently been supporting our project management clients by reviewing the contracts from potential architects, builders and design and build contractors, before they sign on the dotted line. They have been shocked by the number of revisions we have been suggesting to make
by MDCI Project Managers / on 24 October, 2023

What to do when constructors are overcharging and underdelivering

In this article, we will give you a real-life example of how things can go wrong. We’ll also share how you can come back from this position, or even better, manage it in such a way that you are not exposed to the risk
by MDCI Project Managers / on 1 October, 2023

What to do when a fixed price contract is not being honoured

The best way to protect your interests and bottom line is to establish a rock solid fixed-price contract with your main contractors. This should include a project plan and well put together costing for the build and deadlines to meet along the way. It
by MDCI Project Managers / on 20 June, 2023

Why contracting a Project Developer helps to guarantee results and profits?

The returns available from building a villa, hotel, or a development of apartments or townhouses and then selling them on are considerable. This makes it a very attractive investment proposition and has caught the attention of groups and companies outside of the construction and
by MDCI Project Managers / on 10 December, 2022

What can go Wrong with your Project?

Our Project Rescue Service seems more and more frequently needed. Most clients are struggling with their budget and their timelines and need us to come in and help them to regain control and complete the project successfully.
by MDCI Project Managers / on 1 September, 2022

Why projects go over budget

The most common problem for self-builders and developers alike is running into unexpected problems, issues or costs, and going over budget. The scale of this issue industry wide is staggering.