MY WORKERS ARE RIPPING ME OFF ON SITE

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Hello guys my name is BAMIDELE and I just graduate from one of the top architectural university In the country... I've always dedicated my life and accountability to ensure the zeal to uplift the face of architecture in this country stands as a priority as I feel a lot of nigerians are not regulating building conformity when building..


I've gained experiences with site construction project over the years and loved every bit of site work, as I feel they enlarge my gang of ideology nin a way that makes me think differently when it comes to designing and construction.....


I worked under several engineers and architects, civil contractors and foreign expatriate in lagos, Abuja, port Harcourt and Ibadan,until 3 months ago when I landed my first contract to build a 2 unit of 3 bedroom apartment for a client from the united kingdom, I was so happy and fulfilled as this was one of my lifelong wish at least I can start to fend for my siblings and take care of my wonderful parent who have been helping me out with so little but with love and support....


Half of my workers are mid range over 48-55, and constitute the set of people who like to cheat me , I've been extremely nice to my workers in such a way you'll always love to work with me, I pay them promptly , sometimes cook for them and made sure they see enough gain when buying materials aside from their workmanship fee....

There's this carpenter that has been working for me over 2 weeks, he seemed cool at first and sweet coated whenever he dishes me daily report about his work and how well coordinated he works, I decided to give him a trial in the first place but the first work he did was so unsatisfactory he got me angry , someone over 40 years older than me, I gave him money to get nails for me which he never bought for the work , when I requested for the pack of nails he bought he gave me unreasonable excuses... And he was someone who was literally begging to get the job misbehaving to me....


as if that's not enough, I caught my bricklayer with a vehicle to the site loading over 4 bags of cement into the little van they brought, I wish I could record the shock all over his face and the way he was stammering .. And decent guy who I thought was reasonable enough to handle things for me, I sacked the motherfucker, the new one I employed is even worse, he thinks I'm a small buy kus I'm 22 and maybe he's feeling Intimidated by the portfolio of work I'm handling....

so many instances I can't even mention, after showing them love and care, allowing them to eat even when you are paying them well, they'll go at any length to rip you off...

please always open your eyes ooo, most of these worker's but not all are fond of acting crazy and take people they work for granted on site, they feel they are always smarter than. everyone else in the room and know how to cheat their way around you.... we have to do better and more as human...


greed is unnecessary as it won't define breakthrough moment for anybody and I have nothing but pity for these guys but at the same time inwont allow their greed ruin my work....

This thing too long nau.

Bro, I'm sorry to say this but you didn't really learned anything while you were working for foreign expatriates and Architects from whatever company you came from . Because if had, you wouldn't be having troubles knowing who is trustworthy in your team .

Ammishaddai:
Bro, I'm sorry to say this but you didn't really learned anything while you were working for foreign expatriates and Architects from whatever company you came from . Because if had, you wouldn't be having troubles knowing who is trustworthy in your team .

see as mouth dey sweet u to open

lifenija:
see as mouth dey sweet u to open

I'm speaking from experience, but you're speaking out of pure hatred for me because I'm saying what is right

Ammishaddai:
I'm speaking from experience, but you're speaking out of pure hatred for me because I'm saying what is right

if u speaking out of experience, is that how u advice someone?

you will continue to be ripped off until you treat business as business not as an NGO.

lifenija:
if u speaking out of experience, is that how u advice someone?

The OP is not looking for advice. He is merely sharing an experience that he regrets

Bro it's part of the experience you need in the field. I'm a structural engineer and have handled various projects

1. Don't work with people you can't control.
2. You need to be as active on site as your staff. If you're always away, they will make sure you are at loss.
3. Know the exact materials needed; not all experts know this, they rather depends on quotation. I personally can do the calculations of every materials needed and always keep record.
4. Don't make your staff too comfortable; they misbehave when you do. I started my first project at 25 (5 bedrooms duplex) but I don't make them feel too comfortable. I get all the materials needed, I make sure there's no wastage.

Being cool is not needed in construction field

Senoiret:
MY WORKERS ARE RIPPING ME OFF ON SITE

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Hello guys my name is BAMIDELE and I just graduate from one of the top architectural university In the country... I've always dedicated my life and accountability to ensure the zeal to uplift the face of architecture in this country stands as a priority as I feel a lot of nigerians are not regulating building conformity when building..


I've gained experiences with site construction project over the years and loved every bit of site work, as I feel they enlarge my gang of ideology nin a way that makes me think differently when it comes to designing and construction.....


I worked under several engineers and architects, civil contractors and foreign expatriate in lagos, Abuja, port Harcourt and Ibadan,until 3 months ago when I landed my first contract to build a 2 unit of 3 bedroom apartment for a client from the united kingdom, I was so happy and fulfilled as this was one of my lifelong wish at least I can start to fend for my siblings and take care of my wonderful parent who have been helping me out with so little but with love and support....


Half of my workers are mid range over 48-55, and constitute the set of people who like to cheat me , I've been extremely nice to my workers in such a way you'll always love to work with me, I pay them promptly , sometimes cook for them and made sure they see enough gain when buying materials aside from their workmanship fee....

There's this carpenter that has been working for me over 2 weeks, he seemed cool at first and sweet coated whenever he dishes me daily report about his work and how well coordinated he works, I decided to give him a trial in the first place but the first work he did was so unsatisfactory he got me angry , someone over 40 years older than me, I gave him money to get nails for me which he never bought for the work , when I requested for the pack of nails he bought he gave me unreasonable excuses... And he was someone who was literally begging to get the job misbehaving to me....


as if that's not enough, I caught my bricklayer with a vehicle to the site loading over 4 bags of cement into the little van they brought, I wish I could record the shock all over his face and the way he was stammering .. And decent guy who I thought was reasonable enough to handle things for me, I sacked the motherfucker, the new one I employed is even worse, he thinks I'm a small buy kus I'm 22 and maybe he's feeling Intimidated by the portfolio of work I'm handling....

so many instances I can't even mention, after showing them love and care, allowing them to eat even when you are paying them well, they'll go at any length to rip you off...

please always open your eyes ooo, most of these worker's but not all are fond of acting crazy and take people they work for granted on site, they feel they are always smarter than. everyone else in the room and know how to cheat their way around you.... we have to do better and more as human...


greed is unnecessary as it won't define breakthrough moment for anybody and I have nothing but pity for these guys but at the same time inwont allow their greed ruin my work....

Thank you very much , I have this as reference already ,but I'll impose more of this to the schedule of my operation, thanks

MRFIXER001:
Bro it's part of the experience you need in the field. I'm a structural engineer and have handled various projects

1. Don't work with people you can't control.
2. You need to be as active on site as your staff. If you're always away, they will make sure you are at loss.
3. Know the exact materials needed; not all experts know this, they rather depends on quotation. I personally can do the calculations of every materials needed and always keep record.
4. Don't make your staff too comfortable; they misbehave when you do. I started my first project at 25 (5 bedrooms duplex) but I don't make them feel too comfortable. I get all the materials needed, I make sure there's no wastage.

Being cool is not needed in construction field

[ lol, I get your ideology but you should say I didn't learn anything, finding someone who is trustworthy is a delicate issue in construction , until you experience stuffs like this, you won't understand and you probably would be able to judge from afar quote author=Ammishaddai post=105498410]Bro, I'm sorry to say this but you didn't really learned anything while you were working for foreign expatriates and Architects from whatever company you came from . Because if had, you wouldn't be having troubles knowing who is trustworthy in your team . [/quote]

[ grin grin lol, I get your ideology but you should say I didn't learn anything, finding someone who is trustworthy is a delicate issue in construction , until you experience stuffs like this, you won't understand and you probably would be able to judge from afar quote author=Ammishaddai post=105498410]Bro, I'm sorry to say this but you didn't really learned anything while you were working for foreign expatriates and Architects from whatever company you came from . Because if had, you wouldn't be having troubles knowing who is trustworthy in your team . [/quote]

Ammishaddai:
Bro, I'm sorry to say this but you didn't really learned anything while you were working for foreign expatriates and Architects from whatever company you came from . Because if had, you wouldn't be having troubles knowing who is trustworthy in your team .

Good one, you have learnt your lessons

.

I don't mind if I get the chance to work with you... I am a graduate of civil engineering, very good with structural designs and drawing and their interpretation. Also good with CAD programs. I have experience as a site supervisor and won't mind working with you.

I know trust is something you gain but I can assure you of being a trustworthy person. If you don't mind you can reach on

Soloemman88@gmail.com

All you just need is a lady supervisor. A trustworthy woman. Make them 2 .. A man and a woman and watch how things run smoothly. I'm a lady architect, also 22 and I'm speaking from experience...
Better still, if you have a close friend you can trust... he/she may not be qualified for the position but just ask him/her to help with the supervision and pay him well... Try this

[quote author=Senoiret post=105497778]MY WORKERS ARE RIPPING ME OFF ON SITE

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Hello guys my name is BAMIDELE and I just graduate from one of the top architectural university In the country... I've always dedicated my life and accountability to ensure the zeal to uplift the face of architecture in this country stands as a priority as I feel a lot of nigerians are not regulating building conformity when building..


I've gained experiences with site construction project over the years and loved every bit of site work, as I feel they enlarge my gang of ideology nin a way that makes me think differently when it comes to designing and construction.....


I worked under several engineers and architects, civil contractors and foreign expatriate in lagos, Abuja, port Harcourt and Ibadan,until 3 months ago when I landed my first contract to build a 2 unit of 3 bedroom apartment for a client from the united kingdom, I was so happy and fulfilled as this was one of my lifelong wish at least I can start to fend for my siblings and take care of my wonderful parent who have been helping me out with so little but with love and support....


Half of my workers are mid range over 48-55, and constitute the set of people who like to cheat me , I've been extremely nice to my workers in such a way you'll always love to work with me, I pay them promptly , sometimes cook for them and made sure they see enough gain when buying materials aside from their workmanship fee....

There's this carpenter that has been working for me over 2 weeks, he seemed cool at first and sweet coated whenever he dishes me daily report about his work and how well coordinated he works, I decided to give him a trial in the first place but the first work he did was so unsatisfactory he got me angry , someone over 40 years older than me, I gave him money to get nails for me which he never bought for the work , when I requested for the pack of nails he bought he gave me unreasonable excuses... And he was someone who was literally begging to get the job misbehaving to me....


as if that's not enough, I caught my bricklayer with a vehicle to the site loading over 4 bags of cement into the little van they brought, I wish I could record the shock all over his face and the way he was stammering .. And decent guy who I thought was reasonable enough to handle things for me, I sacked the motherfucker, the new one I employed is even worse, he thinks I'm a small buy kus I'm 22 and maybe he's feeling Intimidated by the portfolio of work I'm handling....

so many instances I can't even mention, after showing them love and care, allowing them to eat even when you are paying them well, they'll go at any length to rip you off...

please always open your eyes ooo, most of these worker's but not all are fond of acting crazy and take people they work for granted on site, they feel they are always smarter than. everyone else in the room and know how to cheat their way around you.... we have to do better and more as human...


greed is unnecessary as it won't define breakthrough moment for anybody and I have nothing but pity for these guys but at the same time inwont allow their greed ruin my work....




(All you just need is a lady supervisor. A trustworthy woman. Make them 2 .. A man and a woman and watch how things run smoothly. I'm a lady architect, also 22 and I'm speaking from experience...
Better still, if you have a close friend you can trust... he/she may not be qualified for the position but just ask him/her to help with the supervision and pay him well... Try this)