Construction Dashboard in Power BI

Managing multiple construction projects across departments, regions, and contractors can be overwhelming. That’s why the Construction Dashboard in Power BI is your ultimate solution — a ready-to-use dashboard that offers real-time insights, powerful visualizations, and data-driven decision-making capabilities for the construction industry.

Track budgets, monitor safety, and manage contractors effortlessly using this dynamic dashboard tailored for construction project managers, engineers, and executives.

📊 Key Features of the Construction Dashboard in Power BI

🧭 1. Overview Page – Snapshot of Your Construction Portfolio

Includes:

• 🔢 Cards: # of Projects, Budget, Cost, Cost per Project, Safety Incidents

• 📊 Charts: Projects by Region, Status, Phase, Month, Cost per Project by Type

Quickly assess your project spread, current status, and key KPIs at a glance.

💰 2. Budget vs Cost Page – Keep Finances on Track

Includes:

• 📉 Budget & Cost by Department

• 🏢 Budget & Cost by Project Type

• 🌍 Budget & Cost by Region

• 👷‍♂️ Budget & Cost by Top 7 Contractors

Compare targets vs actuals and instantly identify budget overruns.

🛠️ 3. Contractor & Department Page – Performance Insights

Includes:

• 📋 Projects by Contractor & Department

• ⚠️ Safety Incidents by Contractor

Evaluate which teams are performing well and which require attention.

🦺 4. Safety & Risk Page – Monitor Incidents and Risks

Includes:

• 🚧 Safety Incidents by Department, Region, Phase, and Project Type

Stay proactive by tracking and mitigating safety risks across your sites.

📈 5. Monthly Trend Page – Performance Over Time

Includes:

• 📅 Projects by Month

• 💸 Budget & Cost by Month

• ⚠️ Safety Incidents by Month

• ⏱️ Avg. Resolution Time

Track seasonal trends, delays, and improvements to guide better planning.

🔍 6. Decomposition View Page – Drill Down with Power BI

Explore the root causes and breakdowns in:

• 🏗️ Project Type

• 🧱 Project Phase

• 🌎 Region

• 👷 Contractor

Perfect for advanced users needing multi-dimensional analysis.

📦 What’s Inside the Dashboard?

✅ 6 Fully Designed Power BI Pages
✅ Linked Excel Data Model (Actuals + Targets + KPI Definitions)
✅ Cards, Charts, and Drill-down Visuals
✅ Dynamic Filters and Slicers for Instant Segmentation
✅ Shareable for Team Collaboration
✅ Completely Customizable

🛠️ How to Use This Dashboard

1. 📥 Load your data into the provided Excel template

2. 📊 Open the Power BI file (PBIX) – everything updates automatically

3. 🔍 Use slicers for instant filtering by region, contractor, phase, etc.

4. 👥 Share with stakeholders for real-time collaboration

5. ✏️ Customize charts or add new metrics as needed

👥 Who Should Use This Dashboard?

• 🏗️ Construction Project Managers

• 🧑‍💼 Contractors & Site Engineers

• 🏢 Real Estate Developers

• 🧾 Finance & Procurement Officers

• 🦺 Safety Officers & Auditors

• 📈 PMO & CXOs overseeing capital projects

If you manage more than one project, this dashboard is a game-changer.

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