Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Olson Construction , an award-winning general contracting firm in California, today announced construction completion on Stony Oaks Apartments, an affordable housing community in Northern California. As a ‘design-build’ project we were able to have more control over planning and costs, ultimately helping them with the bottom line.”

General Contracting 130

General Contracting Property Management Construction Equipment Building Controls 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Five Contractors Recognized for Their Innovative Use of Technology LAS VEGAS— Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) today announced the winners of the annual Trimble Construction Management Awards, which honors the successes that North American civil, general and specialty contractors have achieved with the support of Trimble technology.

Construction Management 130

Construction Management Specialty Contracting General Contracting Building Automation 130

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 1, 2022

Creating a JOC coefficient is an important part of any Job Order Contract. Specific instructions as to what may be included in a JOC coefficient should also be listed in detail in the associated Request of Proposals (RFP) for Job Order Contracting construction services. Subcontractor costs. General / Prime Contractor Overhead.

General Contracting 92

General Contracting Quality Control Cost Control Construction Equipment 92

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Managing the procurement process and properly tracking costs with international suppliers is critical to help mitigate risk. With the release of Multi-Currency in Autodesk Build and BIM 360 Cost Management, teams can now easily manage supplier contracts, change orders, payment applications, and expenses in different currencies. .

Risk Management 98

Risk Management Change Management General Contracting Cost Control 98

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 27, 2019

Repair, Renovation, & Construction Project Cost Management. LEAN Processes Embed Transparent Costs and Project Cost Management Project cost management and efficient project delivery are core capabilities enabled by the OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contracting (JOC) Solution.

Cost Control 40

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

Building Radar

AUGUST 11, 2024

The construction manager acts as an advisor during the design phase and takes on the role of the general contractor during the construction phase. This dual role allows the CM to influence the design for cost-effectiveness and efficiency, ensuring that the project can be completed within the agreed budget and timeline.

Risk Management 40

Risk Management Construction Management Cost Control Project Management 40

cnstrctr

JANUARY 4, 2020

A construction contract is a tool that you can use to help outline these requirements. What exactly is a construction contract, how can it be used and what are the different types? A construction contract is a document that outlines the roles and responsibilities between two or more parties on a project. Lump Sum Contracts.

Contracts 88

Contracts Project Management Consulting Building Design Construction Management 88

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

In a perfect world, a contract should include a clear set of instructions that conveys well-defined expectations to all parties concerned. This episode of Autodesk’s Digital Builder podcast addresses the most common challenges with contracts and how simple adjustments can ensure you fully understand what you’re signing.

Specialty Contracting 52

Specialty Contracting Contracts General Contracting Risk Management 52

Building Radar

JULY 30, 2024

Improved Efficiency : Smart contracts on the blockchain automate various processes, such as payments and deliveries, reducing delays and administrative costs. This automation leads to faster project completion and lower overall costs. This level of transparency is invaluable for maintaining supply chain integrity.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Materials Manufacturing Building Automation Risk Management 52

The Federal Construction Contracting Blog

JUNE 7, 2022

The government acts in its sovereign capacity when it takes actions that are general and public in nature and do not target any particular contractor; rather the impact of the government’s action on its contracts is merely incidental to the purpose of a broader governmental objective. As the Court of Claims in Jones v.

General Contracting 59

General Contracting Government Works Contracts Public Works 59

Jonas Construction

MARCH 20, 2024

Imagine overseeing a construction project where you’re unsure about the cost of materials, labor, and other overhead costs. From tracking costs to ensuring projects stay within budget, a project cannot be successfully completed without accurate accounting data and reporting.

Construction Management 59

Construction Management Project Management Health Regulations Cost Control 59

Building Radar

AUGUST 5, 2024

With rising material costs and tighter schedules, optimizing construction procurement strategies is essential for enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. Understanding Construction Procurement Construction procurement involves acquiring goods, services, and contracts necessary for completing a construction project.

Procurement 52

Procurement Building Optimization Building Materials Manufacturing Building Automation 52

Construction Law

APRIL 2, 2024

Editor’s comment Government go-slow on infrastructure investment shows no signs of abating Editor Nick Barrett asks with a general election looming, if there is any prospect of a reversal in years of underinvestment in the UK’s infrastructure. Permission to appeal has already been granted.

General Contracting 52

General Contracting Safety Regulations Building Controls Government Works 52

Jonas Construction

APRIL 12, 2024

Contracts are Long-Term The length of time from recording the signatures on a contract to finishing the building and handing it over to the customer is another factor. This time frame is much longer than the shorter contracts that other industries work with. Many construction project contracts span several years.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance General Contracting Cost Control Project Management 52

Buildern

MARCH 10, 2023

One of the unique characteristics of payment management in the construction industry is the complexity of the contracts. Construction contracts typically involve multiple parties, including owners, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers, each with its specific requirements and obligations.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management General Contracting 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 5, 2019

What every public sector real property owner, facilities manager, procurement professional, and construction contractor should know about Job Order Contracting and Spreadsheets, The Power of Collaboration, Partnership, and Current Actionable Information. As spreadsheets are sent around to team members, users can’t control views, changes, etc.

Contracts 40

Contracts Change Management Lean Construction Cost Control 40

Field Wire

MARCH 5, 2024

Estimating project costs correctly and managing the budget accordingly are just as vital. Subcontractors getting awarded a contract spells financial disaster if the bid is too high to be competitive or too low to be profitable. All subcontractors make project cost estimation and budgeting errors.

Estimating 52

Estimating Budgeting Insurance Management General Contracting 52

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

For instance, the facility manager may advocate for specific security guard measurements, such as badge readers or PIN pads, to control access to restricted areas. During the Construction Phase: Facility managers collaborate closely with the general contractor and project superintendent throughout the construction process.

Facility Management 62

Facility Management Construction Management HVAC System Installation Cost Control 62

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

UNDERSTANDING THE CONTRACTOR’S JOB ORDER CONTRACT COEFFICIENT. A Job Order Contract Coefficient is a numerical factor that represents costs (generally indirect costs) not included in the unit price line items within the Unit Price Book, UPB, associated with the Job Order Contract. Quality control.

Contracts 40

Contracts General Contracting Insurance Management Risk Management 40

Building Information Management

MAY 13, 2016

Job Order Contracting provides several significant benefits to real property owners, building users, and construction contractors. A certain threshold of expertise, however, is required on the part of all stakeholders. Job Order Contract Audit – City of Tampa JOC Audit – 2010. However, four of SFPUC’s.

Contracts 40

Contracts General Contracting Cost Control Project Management Consulting 40

Building Information Management

MAY 13, 2016

Job Order Contracting provides several significant benefits to real property owners, building users, and construction contractors. A certain threshold of expertise, however, is required on the part of all stakeholders. Job Order Contract Audit – City of Tampa JOC Audit – 2010. However, four of SFPUC’s.

Contracts 40

Contracts General Contracting Cost Control Project Management Consulting 40

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2016

Job Order Contract Coefficient – Training 101. UNDERSTANDING a Job Order Contract COEFFICIENT. Sales tax on material and equipment costs. insurance costs. bonding and alternative payment protection costs. Sales tax on material and equipment costs. insurance costs. Quality control.

Contracts 40

Contracts General Contracting Insurance Management Risk Management 40

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 11, 2017

Job Order Contract Estimate Management. A clear written definition of the Job Order Contract Estimate Management process should be included within the approved Job Order Contract Operations Manual and/or JOC Execution Guide. Type of Job Order Contract Estimates. Task Order Proposal – Contractor.

Estimating 40

Estimating Contracts General Contracting Project Management Consulting 40

Building Radar

JULY 15, 2024

Common Types of Construction Insurance General Liability Insurance (CGL) Commercial General Liability (CGL) insurance is essential for both general and trade contractors. It’s essential to clearly outline these endorsements in contracts and obtain proper documentation.

Insurance Management 52

Insurance Management Risk Management Project Management Consulting Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Field Wire

AUGUST 13, 2023

A punch list (also called a snag list, deficiency list, or punch out list), according to the online Business Dictionary , is “a document listing work that does not conform to contract specifications, usually attached to a certificate of substantial completion.” Read more → 2.

Specialty Contracting 98

Specialty Contracting General Contracting Project Management Consulting Site Planning 98

Constructlaw

APRIL 20, 2023

Under FE&C’s theory, it was entitled to recover interest under a subcontract provision that generally incorporated all “terms and conditions … required by law.” For claims sounding in contract, Tennessee applies the law of the state where the parties executed the contract.

General Contracting 52

General Contracting Contracts Cost Control Permits 52

CCR Magazine

MAY 3, 2024

Becoming a licensed general contractor in Florida opens up opportunities in the construction industry. However, the path to becoming a licensed contractor is rigorous, with the Florida General Contractor Exam being a significant hurdle. The exam is divided into Contract Administration, Project Management, and Business & Finance.

General Contracting 52

General Contracting Real Estate Development Material Handling Building Materials 52

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 21, 2017

The primary objective of a Job Order Contract Source Evaluation Plan is to select the service provider that provides the BEST VALUE. It some markets, one be might surprised to learn that a Job Contract Source Evaluation Plan is either not used, or is basically a simple modification of a typical procurement process.

Contracts 40

Contracts Project Management Consulting General Contracting Lean Construction 40

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Because they weren’t in a position to easily customize a structure for specific needs, any attempt to modify a standard offering typically caused the cost to grow disproportionately higher, making such changes impractical. Companies relied on hollow-tube, web-truss framing and carried various pre-engineered, standard building sizes.

Steel Fabrication 130

Steel Fabrication Controls Manufacturing Structural Systems Building Design 130

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 21, 2017

Job Order Contracting Guide. A job order contracting guide is a required component of any best practice Job Order Contract. The Job Order Contract and is integral Job Order Contracting Guide should reflect current, objective, and transparent collaborative best management practices. Version control for materials.

Contracts 40

Contracts Project Management Consulting Building Performance Measurement General Contracting 40

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 29, 2017

Best Practice Job Order Contracting. The DOD has long been recognized as the leader in best practice job order contracting. Other non-DOD Federal Government Agencies and Higher Education follow in a close second in terms of level of general knowledge and skill. Best Practice Job Order Contracting. Note that for.

Contracts 40

Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 40

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Leading Federal/County/State and Federal Government, Education, Transportation, Utilities, and Healthcare institutions leverage Job Order Contracting (JOC) to complete over 90% of their numerous renovation, repair, sustainability and minor new construction projects on-time and on-budget… and to the satisfaction of all participants!

Contracts 40

Contracts Lean Construction General Contracting Estimating 40

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Leading Federal/County/State and Federal Government, Education, Transportation, Utilities, and Healthcare institutions leverage Job Order Contracting (JOC) to complete over 90% of their numerous renovation, repair, sustainability and minor new construction projects on-time and on-budget… and to the satisfaction of all participants!

Contracts 40

Contracts Lean Construction General Contracting Estimating 40

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Work execution and contract administration. An owner’s review of the historical type and volume of work is generally the first step. Work below a $2k-$5k threshold should not be included in the analysis as this level may not be cost effective and/or may be best accomplish by in-house staff or alternative methods. Monitoring.

Contracts 40

Contracts Quality Assurance General Contracting Quality Control 40

Construction Marketing

AUGUST 3, 2022

Heavy construction refers to megaprojects that are oftentimes infrastructure-focused, like dams or flood control systems and facilities. After the management team confirms and signs a contract with a client for the erection of a building, it is time to get a general contractor for the actual construction of the building.

Project Management 91

Project Management Construction Management General Contracting Risk Management 91

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

A Job Order Contract Execution Guide is a required element for any successful, best management practice JOC Program. JOB ORDER CONTRACT (JOC) EXECUTION GUIDE. The contract may consist of a collection of proposed institutional facilities type projects. The Contractor must take these costs into account when proposing the.

Contracts 40

Contracts General Contracting Cost Control Site Planning 40

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Every Job Order Contract should have an Operations Manual / Execution Guide. Job Order Contract Operations Guide. Summary of the Job Order Contract (JOC) Process. Contracting Process. Scope of Job Order Contract Services. Scope of Job Order Contract Services. Advertisement for Job Order Contracting Firm.

Contracts 40

Contracts General Contracting Public Works Quality Control 40