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There’s a simple 4-step process that transforms change orders and variations into profits for your construction business.

Most builders and construction companies lose money on change orders and variations. But with the ACES framework - variations can become profitable. 

One Sydney-based construction company implemented this framework and consistently increased its project margins from 22-23% to 26-27% by properly managing variations.

Tune in to discover:

✅Why proper variation management prevents costly disputes with clients

✅How to avoid doing work for free

✅Practical strategies like charging administration fees for pricing variations

✅Why weekly variation meetings with clients eliminate "surprise" bills 

✅How to train your team to recognize and document change orders properly

Key Moments:

00:00:43 The ACES formula 
00:01:40 Increased margins
00:03:46 Anticipate variations before they happen
00:04:33 Capture all changes in writing
00:05:13 Charge fees for this
00:06:22 Price variations for maximum profit
00:06:58 Account for timeline extensions
00:07:30 Create bulletproof variation management system

Ready to stop the profit leakage? Click play to discover how the ACES framework can revolutionize your construction business and protect your bottom line.

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