Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 9, 2023

Persimmon is looking to retender subcontractor packages more regularly as it looks to “share the cost pressures in this new challenging environment.” ” The house building giant highlighted cost control measures in its latest results as sales continued to slump.

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Cost and quality management systems in facilities management with respect to the numerous repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects faced by real property owners must be dynamic, proactive and able to support on-demand decision-making processes. The post Dynamic Construction Cost Control appeared first on 4BT.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Collaborative Construction Procurement Planning and Project Delivery is a robust process for consistently achieving long-term best value for all participants and stakeholders. Parametric cost modeling, area cost factors, location factors, etc., are not suitable for work scope developing or costing.

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Procurement Collaboration Project Management Consulting Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 7, 2025

Granular Local Market Cost Data is Essential for Cost Visibility & Management (Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, & New Builds) Using current, verifiable, and detailed local cost dat a instead of national averages with adjustment factors ensures: Cost transparency All labor, material, and equipment costs are broken down and verifiable.

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Construction Management Cost Control Change Management Estimating 59

Construction Dive

MAY 21, 2014

Yet, the property that affords site access is almost always controlled by others – the project owner, public authorities or other third parties. This is one of the biggest cost risks of performing construction work, but it is difficult to control. Construction contracts usually address the matter of site access.

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 3, 2020

Improving construction planning, procurement, and project delivery involves consideration of core “competencies”, “process”, “efficiency”, and “technology” Or, put another way, People, Process, Information, and Technology. The most glaring example is BIM. BIM is not a solution, but a tool.

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Wrench

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In this series we’ll be leveraging our experience of consulting with EPC organizations around the world, and with project control teams, to dispel some of the most popular myths. AI can even extract key metrics from diverse sourceslike combining procurement schedules with field updateswithout needing them to be in a uniform format.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 3, 2020

Robust LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery tools and services are readily available. Various forms of LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery have a track record spanning as long as decades and include integrated project delivery, IPD, LEAN job order contracting, JOC, and alliance contracting.

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Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Building Performance Measurement 76

Roads Online

MARCH 20, 2025

Civil construction projects are becoming more complex, with demands for sustainability, cost-efficiency, and innovative solutions at an all-time high. Geosynthetics are uniquely designed to deliver varying functions such as soil and slope stabilisation, reinforcement, separation, filtration, drainage and erosion control.

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The Pro Builder

MARCH 13, 2024

Getting Passive House building procurement right is critical to ensuring a smooth, cost-effective, and successful certification process,” said Andrew Peel, founder and managing principal of Peel Passive House Consulting. Buildings designed with Passive House principles are extremely comfortable, airtight, and controlled.

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Wrench

MARCH 5, 2024

The value of procured items in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects can vary depending on project specifics, but typically, it ranges from 60% to 80% of the total project cost. While most of these comes under the gamut of procurements, projects get heavily impacted when there are slippages and cost overruns.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Construction Automation In my first job with a large-volume home builder, I saw firsthand the value of making as much of the house—wall panels, roof trusses, floor systems, stairs, millwork, and other components—as possible in a factory-controlled setting and delivering them to the jobsite on a just-in-time schedule.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 24, 2022

Lack of direct Owner participation and leadership (versus using a third party intermediary/consultants) can result in higher overall costs, higher JOC Program administrative costs, lack of cost visibility and controls, and a potential for misuse/fraud. if the unit price book is prepared correctly.

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ProcurementExpress.com

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Construction teams face unique procurement challenges due to the complex nature of the business. As technology changes the game, procurement is becoming a strategic juggling act. With that in mind, we’ll look at three of the biggest challenges that construction teams deal with and how they affect procurement planning.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 23, 2025

Selecting a reliable welding company for installing and welding Industrial piping under pressure is a challenge many procurement specialists face. This reduces logistical costs and simplifies coordination. Blueprint Distribution Share detailed project drawings with shortlisted companies for precise cost and timeline estimates.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 22, 2015

A Maryland appellate court recently upheld the imposition of a PLA on a public project even though PLAs are not expressly authorized by state procurement statute or regulation. The court concluded there was conflicting evidence on the effect of PLAs on non-union contractors. It could not be said with certainty that PLAs restrict competition.

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Schedule Management Cost Control Project Management Procurement 145

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. Procurement of built assets.

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Construction Management Procurement Cost Control Infrastructure Development 105

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery can consistently drive significant improvement over traditional methods. Technology – The role of technology is to support the consistent execution of robust processes, lower associated deployment costs, and provide appropriate monitoring capabilities.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 30, 2022

Valid construction cost estimate creation is the goal of every professional estimator. Using the final construction cost, for example, is just plain silly as there are far too many variables involved in the outcome. Nonetheless validity of a construction cost estimate is critical to cost management. and oversight groups.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

This integration minimizes risks, optimizes costs, and enhances project efficiency. This eliminates the common disputes that arise between architects and contractors in traditional models, where design feasibility conflicts can delay progress and inflate costs.

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Rapport3

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

To make sure profits stay steady and grow, it's crucial to manage increasing costs for materials, labour, and operations. The Impact of Inflation on the Architecture sector Inflation directly affects project costs in architecture. This helps identify cost overruns quickly and take corrective action.

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Building Radar

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

As projects become more complex, the need for streamlined, efficient procurement processes has never been more critical. Construction procurement management is where digital tools are making the most significant impact, helping businesses reduce costs, improve project timelines, and increase transparency.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 5, 2024

Procurement plays a crucial role in determining project success. With rising material costs and tighter schedules, optimizing construction procurement strategies is essential for enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. Effective procurement is vital for managing costs, ensuring quality, and maintaining project timelines.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 6, 2024

Procurement risk management is a critical aspect of construction project management, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Effective risk management strategies can help mitigate potential issues that may arise during the procurement process. AJER /W050801640172.pdf)

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Building Radar

JULY 17, 2024

In the construction industry, procurement plays a crucial role in project success. Efficient procurement strategies can lead to significant cost savings, timely project completion, and overall enhanced productivity. This data-driven approach enables better decision-making and helps identify opportunities for cost savings.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2025

The main cost usually does not attract people’s attention until it is too late, which is the cost of strengthening. As prices continue to rise, companies must formulate strategies to control their operating costs. Establish better relationships with suppliers who may prioritize bulk buyers during shortages.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Integrity in Public Sector Procurement of Facilities Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, and Construction Services is essential to minimizing costs and ensuring quality and safety. A professional, efficient procurement system begins with sound policies implemented through systematic, programmatic procedures. contact-form].

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 22, 2020

Adaptive Lean Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery tools and services are readily available to assure the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects on-time and on-budget. Roles and responsibilities, deliverables, tools, workflows, etc.,

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Building Radar

AUGUST 28, 2024

The rise of construction procurement automation tools has revolutionized how companies manage their supply chains, enabling them to streamline processes, reduce costs, and enhance overall efficiency. Why Automate Construction Procurement? Top Construction Procurement Automation Tools 1.

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Without granular, line item Local Market Construction Cost Data you can’t have a verifiable estimate. Most organizations rely upon national average cost data, consultants, and/or historical data. National average cost data is not representative of local market data even when cost indices or area cost factors are applied.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The 4BT-PEP is a turnkey JOC Program that delivers the highest performance at the lowest possible administrative cost. 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.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2025

Whether you are a homeowner planning a renovation , a developer looking to break ground on a commercial project, or simply an interested party in the real estate market, understanding the construction costs in NYC is crucial for making informed decisions.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 22, 2021

Introduction – 2021 Facilities Repair Renovation and New Construction Cost Management spans multiple principles, practices, domains, and more. Project Procurement and Delivery Environment Comparison. The post 2021 Facilities Repair Renovation and New Construction Cost Management appeared first on 4BT. Sample Workflow.

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Trekker Group

AUGUST 28, 2022

Procurement in construction can be difficult. Procurement managers deal with complex supply chains, high-quality standards with a limited budget, and regulatory guideline compliance. In fact, over 50 percent of chief procurement officers agree that underutilizing automation technologies is a huge project management risk.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 25, 2023

Owners & Developers – Planners – Designers – Procurement Professionals – Builders Collaborate with internal and external teams to detail Scope of Work and validate local market construction costs. Full document management and version control.

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Building Radar

JULY 17, 2024

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems have emerged as crucial tools for streamlining construction procurement processes. This article delves into the integration of ERP systems in construction procurement, highlighting their importance, benefits, and best practices for successful implementation.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Robust Process Integration + Common Shared Cost/Technical Information + Supporting Tech = Measurably Improved Cost Management. Integrating People, Process, Information, and Technology with proven industry best practices and organization-specific requirements into a proven cost management solution. Exclusively from 4BT!

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