Nathan,
That's why I am on all my reno,s personally.
No one else cares and that's the problem,
I work 7 days a week,sometimes 12 hours a day on mine,because every hour I work is a saving of hundreds.
I don't want to burst your bubble but even if you got 4 builders in there and all working like they care,it will still take longer than what you are saying.
Plaster is still a week off ,its gotta be taped and set,with two coats and in this weather,it is taking a longer time to dry now,especially in a closed up house,even by a professional,there is also cornice to fix,
There is a kitchen to be fitted and finished(2-3 days)
Doors hung,carpentry fit out,skirtings etc (2 -3 Days)
Bathroom,plumbing fit out,toilet,taps etc(2-3 days)
Tiling in wet areas (2-3 days laying and grout),
Waterproofing for floor under bath and shower (If any),
Floor coverings ( up to 2 days),
Painting by professional(5 days internal only)longer for amateurs,
Electrical fit out ,lights,power points etc(around 2 days)
And that doesn't include any work outside yet?
Painting, (5 days external)longer for amateurs.
There still needs to have verandah ceilings fitted,balustrade ?,
Locksmith ?
Windows fitted and framed.
Screens,security or fly?
Blinds /curtains ?
I,m sure I have forgotten some things but you get the drift?
Another thing I am thinking is what have you done to eliminate the smell of smoke and burnt timber? I always spray a coat of clear lacquer over the frames to hold that smell in and to give it a fresh paint smell.
Other than that,it a good project and as long as the boys work until it is finished and they aren't ripping you off in hours,you will do well.
Keep up the good work,