JE Dunn Construction: Empowering Smarter Decisions with CMiC ERP

Introduction

For JE Dunn Construction, a general contractor with over 90 years of experience, success has been built on delivering quality projects with precision and expertise. From its beginnings as a family-run business to becoming one of the largest general contractors in the U.S. with 22 offices nationwide, JE Dunn’s journey has been marked by growth and innovation.

However, as operations expanded, so did the complexity of managing employee resources, project timelines, and budgets across job sites. With critical data scattered across spreadsheets and systems, decision-making became time-consuming and inefficient. JE Dunn partnered with CMiC to address these challenges and implement a solution that unified their workflows and created a single source of truth.

The Problem: Operational Inefficiencies Slowing Progress

As JE Dunn grew, it became clear that their reliance on spreadsheets and fragmented systems was no longer sustainable:

Scattered Data: Key information was stored on individual computers, leading to delays and the risk of data loss.
Manual Processes: Simple tasks like gathering project updates required contacting multiple people, wasting hours or even days.
Lack of Integration: Separate systems for HR, payroll, resource planning, and cost management created silos, reducing visibility and efficiency.

These inefficiencies highlighted the need for a comprehensive ERP solution to streamline workflows and accelerate decision-making.

The CMiC Solution: A Single Source of Truth

CMiC provided JE Dunn with an ERP platform that consolidated their operations into one unified system. Key features of the solution included:

1. Centralized Data Management

HR, payroll, resource planning, and cost management were all integrated into CMiC’s single source of truth database. This provided JE Dunn’s teams with immediate access to up-to-date information, eliminating the need to chase down updates from multiple people.

2. Resource Planning Made Easy

With CMiC’s Resource Planning module, JE Dunn could assess and allocate resources for new projects with ease. Key details such as job size, budget, and duration were readily available, enabling quicker and more accurate planning.

3. Real-Time Collaboration

CMiC’s platform brought superintendents, project managers, and office staff together in real time, fostering seamless communication and improving project outcomes.

“Having all the information we need integrated within CMiC’s single source of truth database, such as HR, payroll, resource planning, and cost management, has provided our staff with the visibility they need to make better and quicker decisions. It’s a one-stop shop.” – BJ VanOrman, ERP Strategic Director at JE Dunn Construction.

The Results: Faster, More Informed Decisions

By adopting CMiC’s ERP, JE Dunn saw transformative improvements across their operations:

Faster Decision-Making

With all critical information consolidated in one system, tasks that once took days could now be completed in minutes. The Resource Planning module streamlined processes and allowed JE Dunn to act swiftly on new opportunities.

Enhanced Collaboration

Real-time access to project data enabled smooth communication between superintendents, project managers, and office staff. This reduced delays and improved project timelines, resulting in faster and more efficient completions.

Reliable Data Access

JE Dunn no longer relied on scattered spreadsheets. CMiC provided accurate, real-time insights into resources, budgets, and timelines, enabling leadership to make proactive and informed decisions.

A Model for Industry Innovation

JE Dunn’s success with CMiC underscores the importance of modernizing construction operations with tailored ERP solutions. By creating a single source of truth, the company streamlined workflows, enhanced collaboration, and empowered smarter decision-making.

Their experience serves as a valuable blueprint for other construction firms looking to scale effectively and thrive in a competitive market.