Shortage of Qualified Contractors Opens Doors for New Contenders
In response to the abrupt halt to nearly all construction in the microelectronics market, a contractor long successful in that industry recently polled professional staffers about prior work experience. He found a substantial number had done powerplant engineering or construction. The contractor now is considering how to crack the power market.
Success in power hinges on good estimating, proper attention to risk allocation, qualified people and cost and schedule controls, says Bob Milhiser. But the power division vice president of engineer-constructor Burns & Roe Enterprises Inc., Oradell, N.J., says new players must "understand the power businesswhat assets or qualities could they bring?" He advises looking for a niche where a newcomer can apply its strengths.