Have an organization system.
You know what tools are on the job site. You know how they need to be used. Now, can you lay your hands on the tools and materials you need when you use them? Instead of simply throwing your tools into a trailer or tossing them in the back of a truck, develop a system that will allow you to quickly pick up the ones you need at any given moment. This system will also make inventory easier, allowing you to go straight to the materials you need instead of fumbling around looking for them.
Check the site plan and make sure it includes proper storage.
Do you have materials or tools that need to be protected from the elements? What about more expensive materials or dangerous ones that need to be locked up at the end of the day? Experienced general contractors will often put together a site map that shows where everything should be located, including that specific storage information. Consult with them about the best place to store your materials on the job site. This approach will also make it easier for you to find tools and materials and ensure that they won’t be moved if you leave for the day before someone else does, making it easier for you to get back to work the next day.
Managing materials on a job site is an ongoing process. Construction sites are often chaotic, filled with people moving everywhere and things that have to be done. Appropriately managing those materials will help give you a sense of confidence and make it easier for you to take care of your part of the job.
