Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Sustainable Public Sector Facilities Management is unattainable if current practices are not fundamentally changed. The current mindset across all public sector organizations is not conducive to sustainable facilities management from either economic or environmental perspectives. appeared first on 4BT.

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Sustainability Change Management Project Management 105

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 30, 2022

Nonetheless validity of a construction cost estimate is critical to cost management. Definition of VALIDITY – the quality of being logically or factually sound; soundness or cogency; the state of being legally or officially binding or acceptable. Learn more about… Ineffective leadership and construction management.

Estimating 105

Estimating Lean Construction Cost Control Building Performance Measurement 105

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 30, 2021

Ensure robust nontechnical risk management by developing long-term relationships with well defined roles, responsibilities, workflows, information requirements, and deliverables. Rethink procurement, planning and project delivery processes. Most owners says they are doing this, but in reality this rarely occurs.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 99

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Budgeting General Contracting Procurement 99

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Faster Adjustments : With access to current local data, contractors can quickly and confidently adjust bids to reflect changes in the market, giving them an edge in fast-moving or competitive bid environments. Avoid databases focused primarily on procurement or industry averages unless they include truly localized data.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 59

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Estimating Building Materials Change Management 59

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

30%-50% OFF Facilities Repair, Renovation, and Maintenance Costs on an ongoing basis is possible for real property owners who elect to support integrated construction planning, procurement, and project delivery. What is required are fundamental changes in Principles, Processes, and Systems. Technology is not the solution. via 4bt.us.

Maintenance 87

Maintenance Lean Construction Procurement Change Management 87

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

Fortunately there are proven processes to better manage construction costs, schedules, and quality. The fundamental reason for poor outcomes is the failure to implement and properly manage robust and integrated LEAN planning, procurement, and project delivery processes. Better Manage Construction Costs.

Schedule Management 93

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

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The real area of befuddlement is why real property owners have not changed the decades old legacy of rampant economic and environmental waste plaguing the AECCO sector (AECOO – Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owner, Operator). International Journal of Project Management Belout, A., & Gauvreau, C. 1999). (1999).

Stakeholder Engagement 98

Stakeholder Engagement Property Management Change Management Project Management 98

Job Order Contracting

JULY 30, 2024

Robust FSRM activities are required to efficiently manage the lifecycle of a portfolio of facilities and associated physical infrastructure. Holistic View of Asset Management PEOPLE – A primary focus upon PEOPLE is the first step towards sustainable facilities management. How can this be?

Sustainability 97

Sustainability Facility Management Schedule Management Change Management 97

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Construction cost knowledge management is a component of integrated LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery. Information must be presented in plain English, using industry standard terms and definitions, and organized in a standard data format (CSI Masterformat). Embrace available tools and methods.

Construction Management 105

Construction Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Information Modeling (BIM) Lean Construction 105

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 22, 2021

Clear definition of information requirements, aligned with robust Lean processes, and collaborative delivery teams is a proven pathway to best value construction. Learn more… The post Managing Best Value Construction appeared first on 4BT.

Construction Management 66

Construction Management Lean Construction Procurement Change Management 66

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 29, 2022

Change management to address the fundamental evolution from traditional construction planning, procurement, and project delivery methods. Change management requires owner leadership and commitment. Strategic collaboration has proven to be a fundamental requirement for achieving measurable productivity gains.

Maintenance 98

Maintenance Change Management Quality Assurance Collaboration 98

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 24, 2021

An integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery solution that drives consistent on-time, on-budget, quality outcomes at a fair price. All parties can visualize project and work order requirements at a granular level and drive efficient life-cycle management.

Quality Assurance 100

Quality Assurance Facility Management Lean Construction Project Management 100

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 9, 2018

The primary reason why all owners, designers, and builders don’t use these alternative construction delivery methods is that they require change management. Associated procurement and construction documents and workflows, as well as associated written Operations Manuals and/or Execution Guides are core requirements.

Change Management 40

Change Management Construction Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction 40

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 22, 2019

BEST VALUE & COMPLIANT Construction Planning, Procurement, And Project Delivery can be deployed and managed today using a robust suite LEAN tools and services. Both LEAN and OpenJOC Job Order Contracting go beyond identification of waste and definition of value. the OpenJOC(TM) Solution). the OpenJOC(TM) Solution).

Procurement 45

Procurement Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Project Management Consulting 45

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Learning how to effciently manage dynamic project is the first step toward solving FM and construction waste. – System thinking requires a fundamental change in mindset for current AECOO players. . Owners must lead a change in mindset and provide a consistently safe, welcoming, and collaborative environment.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 96

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management Construction Management Change Management 96

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 22, 2019

Efficient & Quality Construction Services Procurement and Delivery should not be this hard! We all know what can go terribly wrong with traditional construction procurement and delivery processes… lack of financial visibility, poor work scope definition, quality issues, legal disputes… in short, poor outcomes tend to be the norm.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Procurement Quality Assurance Property Management 40

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 15, 2020

JOC Program development involves a strategic analysis of current and planned capabilities and a clear definition of desired outcomes. These tools enable transparent, compliant, and high performing JOC planning, procurement and project delivery environments. JOC Program Development.

Lean Construction 66

Lean Construction Procurement Quality Assurance Facility Management 66

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 8, 2023

What is standardized work? Specific to construction, it is the definition of a granular work task in terms of (1) definition (what does the task accomplish) (2) timing (Labor hours and composition required , (3) the associated type and number/amount of physical items required (materials and equipment), and (4) associated detailed costs.

Lean Construction 98

Lean Construction Construction Equipment Property Management Collaboration 98

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

First and foremost is important to understand that all projects are exercises in managing change. The key to consistent delivery of successful projects therefore lies in the ability to account for and/or manage variations as they occur. Senior management failure is the #1 cause of poor project outcomes.

Project Management Consulting 91

Project Management Consulting Change Management Project Management Schedule Management 91

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 20, 2020

Planning, procurement, and project delivery are all included with the LEAN JOC framework. Public and private sector real property owners and facilities management professionals can leverage LEAN JOC to achieve more efficient use of existing capital resources in a full transparent and compliant planning and operating environment.

Contracts 82

Contracts Lean Construction Facility Management Property Management 82

Building Information Management

JANUARY 17, 2012

BIM (Building Information Technology) and THE CLOUD (Cloud Computing) are disruptive technologies converging to significantly alter traditional construction and facility management practices. Definition of BIM. . Building Information Management (BIM) is the life-cycle management of facilities [1] supported by digital technology.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 78

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Project Management 78

Building Information Management

AUGUST 29, 2012

BIM is the life-cycle modeling and management of the built environment supported by digital technology. First, a few clarifications and items to help frame this discussion: BIM definition: “BIM is the life-cycle modeling and management of the built environment supported by digital technology.” INTRODUCTION.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 74

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Project Management Consulting 74

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Efficient management of the numerous repair, renovation, and construction project facing real property owners requires changing how owner, architecture, engineer, and builder relationships are structured. The post Performance-based Procurement & Project Delivery for Facilities Repair, Renovation, and More! Or work smarter.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Lean Construction Quality Assurance 40

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 20, 2020

Planning, procurement, and project delivery are all included with the LEAN JOC framework. Public and private sector real property owners and facilities management professionals can leverage LEAN JOC to achieve more efficient use of existing capital resources in a full transparent and compliant planning and operating environment.

Contracts 64

Contracts Lean Construction Facility Management Property Management 64

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

The four primary failure points associated with facilities management and construction. Robust process – Failure to integrate internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery teams within a consistent, programmatic framework with associated workflows and supporting tools. appeared first on 4BT.

Facility Management 52

Facility Management Construction Management Property Management Change Management 52

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2022

A JOC Program that observes current best management practices with incorporate the following elements. Definition of the types of construction services that can be done using the JOC Program (General construction, Roofing, Maintenance, etc.). The following JOC Program policy considerations are provided for general knowledge.

Project Management Consulting 105

Project Management Consulting General Contracting Project Management Approvals 105

Procore

MAY 4, 2023

Everyone in the industry, whether in the trades, project management or safety has strong feelings about their gear—you either love it or you hate it! What has been one of the biggest catalysts for change in PPE production and procurement? PPE is the most visual part of the construction site experience.

Procurement 98

Procurement Risk Management Insurance Management Construction Equipment 98

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

A credible construction cost estimate is required prior to engaging in procurement. However, multiple studies/reports note that available and proven best management practices have not been implemented on a widespread basis. The follow elements are common to a credible construction cost estimate.

Estimating 98

Estimating Structural Systems Schedule Management Risk Management 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Future of Work: the changing tides of construction’s workforce. Traditional industry business models will shift towards data truly being valued as an asset- providing new service offerings and new business models for the industry and society.” – Adam Plunkett, Group Manager- Business Technology & Planning, John Holland.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 111

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Building Automation Schedule Management 111

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Sustainable Facilities Management will require a fundamental change in mindset. AECOO = Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owners, Operators) What are the barriers? – System thinking requires a fundamental change in mindset for current AECOO players. . Time for real change?

Facility Management 52

Facility Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Sustainability Property Management 52

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 14, 2012

BIM, the life-cycle management of the built environment supported by digital technology, requires a fundamental change in how the construction (Architects, Contractors, Engineers) and facility management (Owners, Service Providers, Building Product Manufactures, Oversight Groups, Building Users) sectors operate on a day-to-day basis. .

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 45

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Change Management 45

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Efficient planning, procurement, and project delivery are intertwined and invovled real property owners and services providers. 2 Common data environment (CDE) Use of industry standard terms and definitions , all in plain English without excessive use of acronyms or abbreviations. .) #5

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Procurement Risk Management Project Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Mechanical Engineer & Project Manager, AKF Group. As Mechanical Engineer & Project Manager, Jason oversees the implementation of digital platforms in a multi-building and multi-phase project. Manager, Global Design Tech, Amazon. Project Manager, Boldt. New York, NY. Kirkland, WA. Ariana Alvear. San Francisco, CA.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 122

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Project Management Construction Management 122

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Design-assist is a popular procurement method for curtain wall systems in today’s commercial market, intended to help resolve these challenges, particularly for custom curtain walls with unique performance requirements and/or unique material configurations. Figure 1: Collaboration is the key to design-assist success.

Wall Systems 104

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 104

Building Information Management

APRIL 6, 2016

Owner focus upon a BEST VALUE approach to facility management is required in order to maximize productivity and minimize waster. Early and ongoing participation of all project participants (owners, contractors, A/Es, subs, engineering, procurement, project managers, planners, oversight groups, users). Shorter Procurement Times.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Risk Management 40

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

Or… Job Order Contracting is a LEAN procurement and project delivery method for facilities repair, renovation, and minor new construction. Considering a JOC Program? Do your homework! The post appeared first on 4BT.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Procurement Facility Management General Contracting 40

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

– The application of system thinking to facilities management (FM) and the AECOO sector, and associated tools and support processes, can consistently ensure the delivery of quality, sustainable outcomes, on time and on buget. Owners must lead a change in mindset and provide a consistently safe, welcoming, and collaborative environment.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 52

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Lean Construction Change Management 52