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Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 16, 2020
4BT LEAN CONSTRUCTION COLLABORATION SaaS Solution. The innovate and exclusive Collaborative LEAN Construction Software for the Enterprise or Single Organization offering all of these features. The post Collaborative LEAN Construction Software appeared first on 4BT.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 26, 2025
The post Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways Construction defects commonly stem from design deficiencies, poor workmanship, substandard materials and inadequate quality control, potentially reducing property values by up to 25%.
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CCR Magazine
APRIL 9, 2025
The balance of power on construction sites is tiltingand fast. Subcontractors, once seen as supporting players, are stepping into the spotlight, often controlling the rhythm of the project, the timelines, and in some cases, the client relationships themselves. But lately, somethings shifted. This isnt about power grabs or ego.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 17, 2023
Controlling construction costs is not rocket science, nor does it involve time travel. Any real property owner can control construction costs for facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects. Controlling Construction Costs is not rocket science 1.
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Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
4BT exclusively provides all of the following, without the need to pay a percentage of construction volume, which results in excessive cost and failure to meet public sector fiscal responsibilities. Gain full cost visibility and control with local market cost data (no factoring of national data). JOC Cost Estimating.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 19, 2024
Lean construction aims to embody the benefits of the Master Builder concept, as does Advanced Job Order Contracting, Integrated Project Delivery, and Alliance Partnering. This role encompasses all aspects of planning, architecture, engineering, and building, integrating both creative and technical responsibilities.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 3, 2023
Errors and rework remain an acute headache within US construction, especially for critical infrastructure projects, particularly from a waste/carbon perspective. Whilst this is all well and good, it comes at a time when labor shortages are escalating, construction costs are rising, and the climate crisis is heating up.
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 25, 2021
Lack of recognition by senior management of the linkage between between the built environment and organizational mission Low level of understanding of both life-cycle total-cost-of-ownership management and integrated lean planning, procurement, and project delivery principles and processes. Construction Management and Economics.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 1, 2025
Whether they are leaning on public-private partnership (P3) or traditional delivery methods, owners and developers are recognizing the benefits of wood as a versatile, sustainable, and structurally efficient feature for their projects. “Mass timber offers cost and value considerations that developers and clients see as benefits.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 10, 2024
By Mike Banta Photos courtesy Mid-Atlantic Timberframes In the construction industry, there has long been a tendency to do things a certain way, primarily because “that is the way it has always been done.” Using a high-quality, carefully designed system such as heavy timber construction offers many advantages to off-site construction.
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 4, 2022
Unlock Public Sector Construction Productivity[1] with Proven Strategies: A White Paper. It has done virtually nothing to measurably impact the repair, renovation, maintenance, and construction of the built environment. LEAN Job Order Contracting is now available. First, a few things to consider. Take BIM for example.
Building Information Management
JUNE 26, 2016
LEAN, Collaborative, and Integrated Construction Delivery. The project delivery method ultimately determines the outcomes of renovation, repair, maintenance, sustainability and new construction activities more so than than any other single factor. from conceptualization/early design through project handover and beyond.
Building Information Management
APRIL 26, 2016
LEAN – Best Value Construction Delivery – Job Order Contacting & IPD. LEAN construction delivery focuses upon building processes to delivery more quality projects on-time and on-budget. Standardize – Use common terms, definitions, and data architectures (Uniformat, Masterformat, OMNICLASS).
iField Smart
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Abstract In the ever-evolving construction industry, efficient resource management is critical to project success. This paper explores the principles, methodologies, and tools used in construction resource management, with a focus on best practices that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and ensure project goals are met.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 2, 2017
IPD LEAN Construction JOB ORDER CONTRACTING – all are interrelated and all can lead to measurably improved outcomes for all participants. LEAN CONSTRUCTION – A way to design production systems to minimize waste of materials, time, and effort in order to generate the maximum possible amount of value.
LetsBuild
JUNE 2, 2023
The success of any construction project hinges on multiple factors, including budgeting and scheduling, which impact the project’s completion. They’re also shifting from design-bid-build to design-build, which helps to complete projects 102% faster. This provides a single source of truth to drive your construction engine.
Building Information Management
JULY 26, 2016
While LEAN principles, as defined for production systems, originated from the Japanese manufacturing industry, LEAN construction delivery methods have evolved to meet the requirements of real property owners and the AEC sector. Flexibility without excessive management and control. Focus upon outcomes. Waste reduction.
Building Information Management
JULY 26, 2016
While LEAN principles, as defined for production systems, originated from the Japanese manufacturing industry, LEAN construction delivery methods have evolved to meet the requirements of real property owners and the AEC sector. Flexibility without excessive management and control. Focus upon outcomes. Waste reduction.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
While alliance contracting is typically a term applied in the Australia and the UK to a model applied to large complex projects, its core aspects have been in place for both Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) for major projects, and LEAN, Open Job Order Contracting for years, if not decades.
LetsBuild
JUNE 9, 2023
Construction is usually involving and delicate, with different teams like trade professionals, project managers, and subcontractors working together to deliver successful projects. Today, construction teams rely on Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create and manage information during the entire lifecycle of a project.
Job Order Contracting
JUNE 6, 2023
Any organization can measurable improve repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build outcomes by integrating People and Robust Process with Standardized LOCAL MARKET Construction Task Data. 4 A poorly defined and poorly communicate Scope of Work is the #1 cause of “construction” project failure. . #2
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Job Order Contracting
JUNE 12, 2017
LEAN Collaborative Construction Practices Construction Cost Estimating. LEAN Collaborative Construction Practices Construction Cost Estimating. There are multiple alternative forms of estimates including conceptual, square foot, building, system, life-cycle, etc. Four BT, LLC.
Job Order Contracting
MAY 6, 2020
LEAN Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery. The negative practices that have affected the construction sector (including architects, engineers, builders, operators, and real property owners and facilities managers-AECOO sector) can not be resolved with technology. – Kanter, R.M. 1983) The change masters.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Any organization can consistently assure best value outcomes for facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds. Robust processes have been proven and available for decades and have now evolved into full solution frameworks for improving construction productivity. Collaborative Construction Environment. REFERENCES.
Job Order Contracting
JUNE 25, 2019
Forget BIM, Forget ISO, … Sure, BIM and ISO have their role, but neither provides a robust, usable methodology and associated suite of tools and services to consistently deliver quality facilities repair, renovation, and construction projects on-time, on-budget, and to the satisfaction of all participants and stakeholders.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 1, 2022
Construction is one of the world’s most important sectors and it wouldn’t be where it is today without all the dedicated individuals who continue to take the industry forward. Read on to discover some of the innovators and changemakers making waves in construction today. . 40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2022 .
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 13, 2025
The post Polycarbonate Greenhouses: Extend Your Growing Season with Durable, Weather-Proof Solutions appeared first on UK Construction Blog. These structures come in various designs from compact lean-to models to spacious freestanding options, with panel thicknesses ranging from 4mm to 16mm to suit different UK climate conditions.
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Building Information Management
JULY 21, 2016
The fundamental problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy is found within the following quotation “digital technology is changing the way we plan, build, maintain and use our social and economic infrastructure.”(Source: ”(Source: 2015, Level 3 Building Information Modelling – Strategic Plan, HM Government).
Building Information Management
JULY 21, 2016
The fundamental problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy is found within the following quotation “digital technology is changing the way we plan, build, maintain and use our social and economic infrastructure.”(Source: ”(Source: 2015, Level 3 Building Information Modelling – Strategic Plan, HM Government).
Building Information Management
JUNE 29, 2016
In include all aspects, including people, processes, and technology, throughout all phases from conceptualization/planning, construction project delivery, renovation/repair/maintenance, to deconstruction/recycling. Building RELATIONSHIPS. They must COLLABORATE with the building users, services providers (ie.
Building Information Management
FEBRUARY 23, 2015
Discrepancies in construction delivery methods and contracts lead to the failure of BIM, or many/most facility renovation, repair projects. It is time to rethink the contractual context for efficient construction project delivery. THE ROLE OF CONSTRUCTION DELIVERY METHODS. Life-cycle Management 101. BIM/ BIM EXECUTION PLAN.
Job Order Contracting
MAY 17, 2022
How to reduce the carbon footprint of a building? Source building material, bricks, cement, aggregate and sand from the closest source to reduce the transport distance and related emissions. Modify and refurbish instead of demolishing or adding to avoid unnecessary production and transport of building materials. Organizational.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Duro-Last, a member of Holcim Building Envelope, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Warner as its new Vice President of Operations. I am excited to bring my experience to help build on these strengths, driving operational enhancements that support both our partners and our ambitious growth goals.”
Construction Specifier
MARCH 4, 2022
Photos courtesy Legacy Building Solutions. In some cases, users have turned to fabric buildings when brick-and-mortar construction is not economically feasible or would take too long to complete. The fabric building market remained stable, but also stagnant, for a long time. The importance of metal building software.
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Introduction of Lean to Roof. If you are planning to build a new house then it is very important that you should select one of the best roof for your structure because roof is one of the most important parts of the structure which protects the structure from rain, sunlight and aggressive environmental conditions. What is Lean to Roof?
Building Information Management
NOVEMBER 3, 2015
Many, if not most, Real Property Owners have a serious management void when it comes to physical infrastructure stewardship (buildings, roadways, etc.) LEAN, collaborative construction delivery requires deployment of best management practices, ongoing training, and supporting technology. A Common, Standardized Unit Price Book.
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 12, 2016
Collaborative Construction Contracts Drive BIM, not Technology. Construction delivery methods and their associated processes, contract documents, including operations manuals/execution plans are directly linked to the success or failure of a BIM. As defined by the United States National BIM Standards (NBIMS3.0) Introduction.
LetsBuild
JULY 21, 2023
Quality control – it’s the foundation of any construction project’s success, impacting every phase of the build. It goes hand in hand with cost control, safety improvements , and better project outcomes. Unfortunately, construction quality control comes with many challenges.
LetsBuild
JULY 21, 2023
Quality control – it’s the foundation of any construction project’s success, impacting every phase of the build. It goes hand in hand with cost control, safety improvements , and better project outcomes. Unfortunately, construction quality control comes with many challenges.
Building Information Management
JUNE 20, 2016
Building Users part of the process. Collaborative LEAN Construction Delivery – Integrated Project Delivery -IPD, Job Order Contracting – JOC, etc. Collaborative LEAN Construction Delivery – Integrated Project Delivery -IPD, Job Order Contracting – JOC, etc. Mutual Trust and Respect.
Job Order Contracting
MAY 17, 2019
UNLOCK Construction Productivity and Quality with the LEAN OpenJOC TM Solution. Streamline construction project delivery. Add 10, 20, 50+ proven construction professionals without the typical administrative burden and risk. Consistently deploy and manage robust LEAN processes. Full financial transparency.
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 9, 2017
While some will argue that “Every situation is unique” and there is no standard application of LEAN construction, core characteristics are and requirements do exist. LEAN construction processes are built to adapt based upon the competency and communication of participants. Collaboration.
Building Information Management
AUGUST 29, 2012
Okay, so know let’s look a bit more about why BIM is not fully understood, nor being rapidly accepted across the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owner, Operations/Facility Management sector(s). Lack of appropriate tools to assist the life-cycle management process, inclusive of appropriate data validation and standardization.
Building Information Management
APRIL 13, 2016
Apparently Germany’s Federal Minister of Transport and Digital Infrastructure has issued a statement that the country ” fully embrace BIM, stating it must become standard for construction projects.”
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