Roads Online

MARCH 25, 2025

Do you develop or use software for collaboration and communication, for cost analysis and estimating, or even Building Information Modelling (BIM) and bid management. If so, we want to hear your story and give you exposure to those who matter in the infrastructure space.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 66

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Infrastructure Development Construction Management Estimating 66

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2019

B est practice, consistent, and efficient construction cost estimating should consider Owner, Builder, and AE requirements. Detailed line item construction cost estimating optimally communicates scope of work while providing full financial transparency and visibility. Here’s a shortlist for your consideration and comment.

Estimating 55

Estimating Lean Construction Communication Construction Equipment 55

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

They EMPOWER internal and external teams to plan, procure, and execute projects collaboratively on an early and ongoing basis, while also ensuring a detailed, clearly communicated, and verifiable cost and technical scope of work. At the core of these robust processes is a locally researched detailed unit price cost book.

Project Management 104

Project Management Construction Management Procurement Communication 104

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The solution is to improve technical and cost transparency early in the planning phase and maintain communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle. Automated Estimate Comparison. Budget and Estimate versus Actual and Committed Budget Tracking. Proposals/Quotes/Estimates. Unit Price Book Management.

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Sustainability Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management 105

Job Order Contracting

JULY 14, 2021

Actionable construction cost data is required to assure financial visibility and transparency and to create a detailed, well-communicated scope of work. 4BT OpenCOST Cost Data is available via the Cloud and comes with the 4BT-CE Cloud Cost Estimating Module. Actionable cost data is critical for successful …. Cost comparisons.

Cost Control 105

Cost Control Estimating Construction Equipment Risk Management 105

Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

” Definition: detailed cost estimate: “a forecast of construction cost prepared on the basis of a detailed analysis of materials and labor for all items of work.” – 13th edition of the Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice. Line item estimates are also used to create and validate construction budgets.

Estimating 45

Estimating Lean Construction Risk Management Project Management 45

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Some suppliers of Job Order Contracting software and cost data use “Assemblies” within what is supposed to be a unit price book (UPB). Documentation: Clearly document each line item, including descriptions, quantities, unit costs, and any assumptions or considerations that went into the estimation using detailed notes.

Contracts 98

Contracts Estimating Site Planning Construction Equipment 98

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 1, 2019

LEAN Construction Cost Estimating Drives Optimal Performance. The vast majority of failures can be traced back to a poorly defined and poorly communicated scope of work. Based upon the size of the project, there is great value for an owner to develop an internal detailed line item estimate to compare against a builder’s estimate.

Lean Construction 52

Lean Construction Estimating Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Cost Control 52

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 16, 2021

Financial transparency is provided through the use of an associated detailed unit price book. Single trade JOCs” such as fencing, electrical, communications, roofing, etc., The ability to build and understand detailed line item cost proposals and estimates is also required. also may be structured. would represent a 20% markup.

Contracts 103

Contracts General Contracting Project Management Consulting Lean Construction 103

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 11, 2017

Job Order Contract Estimate Management. Assigned owner and contractor team members request, create, review, edit, and/or approve detailed line item estimates during the JOC process. These actions can occur during conceptual, request for proposal, detailed estimating, or estimate approval/review stages.

Estimating 40

Estimating Contracts General Contracting Project Management Consulting 40

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

80% of cost overruns are due to poor scope of work definition, and associated inadequate and/or flawed construction cost estimates and otherwise poor planning, procurement, and project delivery management. Labor productivity value for each craft /work area needs to be estimated at a detail level as it will significantly vary.

Schedule Management 93

Schedule Management Construction Management Lean Construction Building Information Modeling (BIM) 93

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 15, 2017

Job Order Contract Unit Price Book Basics. Detailed Line Item Unit Cost Construction Estimating, & Unit Price Books, UPB (Unit Price Guides-UPG). Materials, labor, and equipment cost breakdowns and detailed descriptions in plain English provide the highest level of granularity and value when preparing a cost estimate.

Contracts 40

Contracts Estimating General Contracting Lean Construction 40

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 8, 2019

Accurate, detailed construction cost estimating is critical to the success of any repair, renovation, or new build project. Top estimators have years of experience and a working knowledge of construction means and methods. Detailed line item estimating is the more accurate and valuable for of construction cost estimating.

Estimating 40

Estimating Lean Construction Facility Management Public Works 40

Building Information Management

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

B est practice, consistent, and efficient construction cost estimating should consider Owner, Builder, and AE requirements. COMMUNICATION – Use industry standard terms in plain English for each construction task. DO NOT USE a national unit cost book and/or location factors/indexes. EXPERIENCE, EXPERIENCE, EXPERIENCE.

Estimating 40

Estimating Construction Equipment Communication 40

PN - Project Management

AUGUST 15, 2022

This article offers insight on the top reasons to add new estimating software to your construction company. Benefits of estimating software ​ Better Overall Construction Job Planning The top reason to add construction estimating software to your repertoire of internal tools is that it helps you see the big picture.

Estimating 52

Estimating Project Management Cost Control Budgeting 52

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 13, 2021

Avoiding construction cost overruns is best accomplished by, Getting the front-end of capital investments right, including using reliable reference class information to create unbiased cost estimates. Optimally a locally researched detailed unit price cost book (UPB) is used. The more localized and granular the information the best.

Building Optimization 76

Building Optimization Lean Construction Estimating Procurement 76

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 12, 2016

How to Select a JOC Unit Price Book– WHITE PAPER. A Common Data Environment in the form of a locally researched detailed Unit Price Book, UPB, significantly improves renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction outcomes. Here is a listing of initial considerations when selecting a JOC Unit Price Book. INTRODUCTION.

Estimating 40

Estimating Project Management Consulting Quality Assurance Construction Equipment 40

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 12, 2016

How to Select a JOC Unit Price Book– WHITE PAPER. A Common Data Environment in the form of a locally researched detailed Unit Price Book, UPB, significantly improves renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction outcomes. Here is a listing of initial considerations when selecting a JOC Unit Price Book. INTRODUCTION.

Estimating 40

Estimating Project Management Consulting Quality Assurance Construction Equipment 40

LetsBuild

JUNE 2, 2023

Manual processes and tasks in designing, estimating, bidding and project management are primarily responsible for such lapses. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals Connecting the project site to the office Good communication and a seamless flow of information are essential to the success of any project.

Project Management 98

Project Management Construction Management Budgeting Schedule Management 98

Building Information Management

MAY 14, 2015

– Better communicate with and better support your selected Contractors. – Adopt the industry standard – 80%+ of all JOCs are based upon RSMeans Cost Data (typically the RSMeans Facilities Cost Book). – Easy compare your estimates with Contractor estimates using automation – comment at a line item level!

Estimating 49

Estimating Contracts Project Management Facility Management 49

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 16, 2020

The innovate and exclusive Collaborative LEAN Construction Software for the Enterprise or Single Organization offering all of these features. The innovate and exclusive Collaborative LEAN Construction Software for the Enterprise or Single Organization offering all of these features.

Lean Construction 75

Lean Construction Collaboration Building Information Modeling (BIM) Facility Management 75

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

B est practice, consistent, and efficient construction cost estimating should consider Owner, Builder, and AE requirements. COMMUNICATION – Use industry standard terms in plain English for each construction task. DO NOT USE a national unit cost book and/or location factors/indexes. EXPERIENCE, EXPERIENCE, EXPERIENCE.

Estimating 40

Estimating Construction Equipment Communication 40

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 16, 2017

Introduction to Current Construction Cost ESTIMATING Techniques . Robust construction cost estimating is critical to improving productivity, quality, delivery times, cost control, and overall satisfaction for any renovation, repair, or new project. ESTIMATING FORMATS. TYPES OF ESTIMATING & ESTIMATES.

Estimating 40

Estimating General Contracting Cost Control Lean Construction 40

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 27, 2022

Job Order Contracting best management practices should be applied throughout the life cycle of every program, contract, project, estimate, and work order. Use a locally researched unit price book (UPB) to assure cost visibility and validity and collaborative technology to lower administrative burden as well as assure compliance.

Contracts 104

Contracts Lean Construction Procurement Site Planning 104

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 21, 2020

PEOPLE – Team-based and outcome-focused individuals with requisite leadership, communications, and technical competencies. A locally researched detailed line item unit price book, organized using a standard data format, i.e. CSI Masterformat, is a key CDE element.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 85

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Lean Construction Project Management 85

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 21, 2017

Construction Cost Estimator – Line Item. A superior line item construction cost estimator generally has an intricate knowledge of field construction techniques, uses a common data environment, and is skilled at both collaboration and LEAN construction and/or facilities management. Benefits of Unit Cost Line Item Estimating.

Estimating 40

Estimating Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Facility Management 40

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Job Order Contract Cost Estimating- A Quick Start Guide. Here’s the fast and best value path to Job Order Contract Cost Estimating. 4BT-CE is the estimating and LEAN construction delivery component of Building in Cloud. Here’s the fast and best value path to Job Order Contract Cost Estimating. 4BT-CE-Home.

Estimating 40

Estimating Contracts Fire Protection Systems Cost Control 40

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

DO – Use locally researched detailed construction cost data that is regularly updated for your JOC unit price book (UPB). DON’T – Do not use a national average cost book and attempt to create a UPB, with or without factors or construction cost indices (CCIs).

Contracts 105

Contracts Project Management Consulting General Contracting Cost Control 105

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The basics Step 1: Identify ALL Participants and Stakeholders and Meet with Them (Planning, Procurement, Designers, Builders, Building Users) Focus upon clearly defining and communicating desired outcomes for all involved. An initial baseline Scope of Work including core requirements, scope, budget, and timeline should be the outcome.

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Public Works Schedule Management Risk Management 105

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 14, 2025

Chicagos Burnham Park Stadium renovation resulted in a 15% rise in hotel bookings within a 10-mile radius, highlighting the indirect job creation potential. Economic projections estimated an annual economic output of $620 million, displaying the long-term benefits of strategic public investments. billion (about $5.8

Stakeholder Engagement 52

Stakeholder Engagement Facility Management Project Management Historic Preservation 52

LetsBuild

MARCH 3, 2023

This includes going over your spec book, construction drawings, etc. Determine the estimated time that each activity will require. Establish better communication and collaboration practices How well everyone communicates during the project is a significant factor in determining whether or not everything stays on schedule.

Schedule Management 98

Schedule Management Site Planning Project Management Construction Management 98

BDC Network

AUGUST 14, 2023

As a result, minor changes like moving a wall or electrical may need to occur after they are built but having a fully integrated and communicative team ensures a reduction in such spends. There may be allowances, holds, or yet-to-buys shown throughout an estimate that artificially inflate the cost.

Schedule Management 92

Schedule Management Risk Management Building Materials Manufacturing Project Management 92

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

These platforms help market everything from books and video games to various online entertainment industries. Tips on how to estimate the cost of materials for construction DIY projects like closing in a porch or building a deck. Mobile devices have improved communication and transparency in the construction industry.

Building Materials 113

Building Materials Project Management Construction Management Communication 113

Field Wire

AUGUST 13, 2023

For this to occur, effective planning, project management, and transparent communication is required. Instead of waiting until the end of a project to communicate punch list items, the general contractor should produce punch list reports that are automatically sent to each specialty contractor on a given day, week, or month.

Specialty Contracting 98

Specialty Contracting General Contracting Project Management Consulting Site Planning 98

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

A collaborative long-term multi-party contract and integral Operations Manual / Execution Guide are key elements as is a common data environment inclusive of a locally researched, detailed unit price book. Team focus is directed towards mutually beneficial, well-communicated outcomes. Program versus Project View. Training is King.

Lean Construction 76

Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement Procurement Communication 76

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 12, 2020

Traditional methods for planning, cost estimating, procurement, and project delivery are incapable of driving mutually beneficial optimal outcomes. Builder supplies a detailed line item scope of work and proposal developed from an approved, locally researched unit price book. Target, Communicate, Validate, Detail, Execute, Improve.

Maintenance 80

Maintenance Lean Construction Procurement Change Management 80

Job Order Contracting

JULY 29, 2021

Lean Construction – Overcoming decades of mistrust, lack of communication, and opposition between facilities owners, designers, engineers, and builders… possible? No contractor and limited A/E assistance with detailed estimating, plan checking, and constructability reviews during design phase. Do you know which they are?

Lean Construction 52

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Communication General Contracting 52