Jacob Gibbs, Customer Success Team Lead, Mastt

About
Jacob Gibbs

Jacob Gibbs has led Mastt implementations for capital project teams at Newcastle Airport, EVT, Colliers Australia, and AngliSchools, designing cost reporting structures and training project teams on monthly reporting. He joined Mastt in 2023 and is now Acting Head of Customer Success.

Jacob contributes articles on construction contracts and client-side project management and has authored Mastt customer stories.

Before Mastt, Jacob Gibbs worked in customer success at Cisco, MongoDB, N-able, and Vendr. At Mastt, he contributes articles on construction contracts and client-side project management.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor of Economics (Economic Development)
^{University of New England}

All Articles by

Jacob Gibbs

Client Side Project Management

Q&A: Working Client-Side Project Managers Answer 12 Real Questions

Two working client-side project managers answer 12 questions on cost blowouts, authority delays, variations, hard conversations and advice for new clients.

Jacob Gibbs

Client Side Project Management

10 Client-Side Project Management Lessons We Learned From Real PMs

Client-side project management explained by two real PMs from Essence Project Management: the role, the cost blowouts, and what to sort before signing.

Jacob Gibbs

Project Scheduling

Construction Program or Programme? Difference and Meaning Explained!

Learn the difference between a construction program and a programme, their role in project schedules, contracts, and software tools for project success.

Jacob Gibbs

Project Scheduling

Time Impact Analysis Explained: How to Assess and Manage Project Delays

Explore how Time Impact Analysis (TIA) can help you stay on top of construction project delays and keep timelines on track. This guide breaks down TIA’s essential steps, practical examples, and expert tips to minimize disruptions and protect your project’s success!

Jacob Gibbs

Change Orders

How to Do a Change Order in Construction

To do a change order in construction, document the change, assess cost and time, then get approval. Follow these 7 steps to avoid delays, rework, and budget risks.

Jacob Gibbs

Construction Forecasting

S Curve in Capital Projects: Meaning, Formula, Examples [FREE Calculator]

Learn how S curves help track project progress, with a simple formula and calculator to create your own graphs. See real examples of S curves in action.

Jacob Gibbs

Variations

Negative Variation in Construction: Causes, Impacts & Management

Learn what a negative variation is, why it happens in construction, how it affects costs and contracts, and the best ways to manage it without causing project issues.

Jacob Gibbs

Construction Contracts

What is a General Contractor Contract in Construction?

Learn what a general contractor contract is, why it's important, and what key parts should be included to ensure a smooth construction project.

Jacob Gibbs

Construction Contracts

Design and Construct Contracts: What You Need To Know

Learn how design and construct contracts work, their key terms, risks, and benefits, and when they are the best choice for construction projects.

Jacob Gibbs

Construction Contracts

Time and Materials (T&M) Contract: Key Clauses, Pros & Cons

Learn how a Time and Materials contract works, when to use it, key clauses to manage costs, and how it helps both contractors and clients stay on budget.

Jacob Gibbs

Project Delivery Methods

How EPC Project Delivery Works

Learn how EPC project delivery works, from engineering to construction, and see how it helps project owners manage costs, risks, and timelines effectively.

Jacob Gibbs