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Cost-Plus Vs. GMP Construction Contracts

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When evaluating what type of contract to use, they likely have different priorities, too. There are many different types of contracts , but two of the most common are cost-plus and guaranteed maximum price. Project owners tend to prefer guaranteed maximum price contracts to protect them from cost overruns.

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2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement: Water/Stormwater

Civil + Structural Engineer

Alpha Testing, a UES company, was chosen by the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) to provide quality control/construction materials testing services to multiple project teams. Halff was contracted to perform emergency repairs that stabilized the dam and prevented a breach. Bois d’Arc Lake will span 16,641 acres.

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When Speed Counts: EPCM Delivery for Industrial and Manufacturing Projects

Civil + Structural Engineer

Summary of both stays at the defined level, and the contingencies are under Client control, not contractors. Quality: The speed of EPCM delivery means quality assurance is a key challenge. A rigorous quality control approach executed as planned is necessary to mitigate this risk.

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DRMP Leads Largest LED Lighting Conversion Project in Florida

Civil + Structural Engineer

That is why Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise (FTE) has chosen DRMP as the prime consultant for the Districtwide HPS to Light-Emitting Diode (LED) Conversion Contract, which will convert 65.2 LED lighting not only boasts extended longevity but also offers superior light quality while consuming less power.

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Job Order Contracting Overview

Job Order Contracting

While traditional construction delivery methods are fraught with problems, Job Order Contracting can consistently deliver quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects on-time and on-budget. The latter used for estimating, negotiating, project control and closeout.

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Alliance Contracting Key Aspects

Job Order Contracting

Below is a summary of Alliance Contracting Key Aspects The fundamentals of alliance contracting are not new. Alliance Contracting / Alliance Partnering in Construction, when properly designed, implemented, and managed, drives innovation, collaboration, and best value outcomes for all parties.

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Master Builder Concept, LEAN, and Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting

Lean construction aims to embody the benefits of the Master Builder concept, as does Advanced Job Order Contracting, Integrated Project Delivery, and Alliance Partnering. While specialization and complexity have grown over time, the core idea of integrating design and construction to ensure quality, efficiency, and cohesion remains valued.