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Managing Delays & Adjustments for Masonry

The Managing Delays & Adjustments workflow supports masonry contractors by standardizing how setbacks are handled. It covers identifying causes of delays, updating work schedules, coordinating with trades, and notifying clients. By following this process, masonry companies reduce disruptions, improve efficiency, and strengthen client relationships. Clients benefit from transparency and timely communication, while teams gain accountability. With this workflow in place, masonry contractors can protect profitability, improve professionalism, and deliver projects reliably despite challenges.

Identify the source and scope of the delay (weather, materials, labor, etc.)

Evaluate impact on current and upcoming tasks

Notify project manager or lead immediately

Communicate delay to client and affected subcontractors

Review options for rescheduling, re-sequencing, or reassigning work

Check for alternate material sources or crew availability

Update project schedule with new timelines

Adjust deliveries, inspections, and subcontractor timing as needed

Document cause of delay and steps taken to resolve it

Track any added costs or schedule impacts for change orders

Monitor adjusted plan to ensure recovery progress

Debrief with team to identify how to prevent similar issues

Maintain transparent updates with client until resolved

Identify the source and scope of the delay (weather, materials, labor, etc.)

Evaluate impact on current and upcoming tasks

Notify project manager or lead immediately

Communicate delay to client and affected subcontractors

Review options for rescheduling, re-sequencing, or reassigning work

Check for alternate material sources or crew availability

Update project schedule with new timelines

Adjust deliveries, inspections, and subcontractor timing as needed

Document cause of delay and steps taken to resolve it

Track any added costs or schedule impacts for change orders

Monitor adjusted plan to ensure recovery progress

Debrief with team to identify how to prevent similar issues

Maintain transparent updates with client until resolved