CCR Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

A construction company provides: Detailed Cost Estimates : Breaking down expenses for labor, materials, permits, and equipment. A construction company typically manages: Material Procurement : Ensuring high-quality, durable materials are used. This stage is critical to avoid cost overruns and delays later in the project.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Material Handling Building Permits Building Codes 52

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 22, 2021

The consistent achievement of best value quality, cost, and schedule outcomes requires the strategic and tactical integration of planning, procurement, and project delivery in concert with the core organizational mission. These environments, when properly deployed and managed, drive unparalleled levels of efficiency quality.

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Construction Management Lean Construction 105

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. Recognition and leverage of the expertise of those actually doing the work is the norm.

Procurement 59

Procurement Lean Construction Property Management Quality Assurance 59

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Gain full cost visibility and control with local market cost data (no factoring of national data). Optimize planning, procurement, and project delivery in terms of quality, compatibility, constructability, cost, risk, and function to meet customer needs. Integrated Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Processes.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 104

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Quality Assurance Cost Control 104

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 14, 2024

He has served as Project Controls Manager, Chief Estimator, Senior Manager, and Project Manager for a variety of infrastructure projects. Project control experience includes work in the Government (DOD and DOE), Pharmaceutical (Capital Projects), and Environmental Markets (remediation and new construction).

Estimating 52

Estimating Quality Control Schedule Management Cost Control 52

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 1, 2019

LEAN Construction Cost Estimating Drives Optimal Performance. Currently available robust LEAN construction estimating, procurement, and delivery processes, services, and tools, make it possible to consistently deliver quality projects on-demand, on-budget, and on-time.

Lean Construction 52

Lean Construction Estimating Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Cost Control 52

iField Smart

APRIL 23, 2024

In the construction industry, efficiency is critical to meet project timelines, achieve planned costs, and produce high-quality outcomes. Efficiency in construction highlights a comprehensive approach to construction project management that includes various parameters including costs, labor, time, quality, and resources. Introduction.

Construction Management 103

Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management Project Management 103

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.

Procurement 52

Procurement Project Management Consulting Project Management Material Storage 52

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. Consistently delivering quality projects on time and on budget simply requires leadership, accountability, and commitment.

Cost Control 96

Cost Control Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Controls Quality Control 96

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

This year’s awards were expanded to five categories, two of which were specific to mechanical and electrical contractors: best estimating success story and most impressive use of virtual design and construction. Raulston has decreased its takeoff to estimate time by about 50 percent. On average, T.S.

Construction Management 130

Construction Management Specialty Contracting General Contracting Building Automation 130

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2022

Robust tools and processes have existing for decades that can assure quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds are consistent delivered on-time and on-budget. Faster, Higher Quality, and Lower Cost Project Delivery. Integrated Project Planning, Procurement, and Delivery. Fully Compliant. Common Source of Truth.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 105

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Quality Assurance Procurement 105

Building Information Management

JULY 25, 2014

Demand for higher productivity in the construction sector and environmental sustainability is reaching a critical level and causing significant changes in both construction cost estimating and the AEC industry as a whole. Emphasis upon estimate and project sharing, collaboration, and reuse (vs. eTakeoff /BIM/QTO).

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 45

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Estimating Lean Construction Cost Control 45

PN - Project Management

AUGUST 15, 2022

This article offers insight on the top reasons to add new estimating software to your construction company. Benefits of estimating software ​ Better Overall Construction Job Planning The top reason to add construction estimating software to your repertoire of internal tools is that it helps you see the big picture.

Estimating 52

Estimating Project Management Cost Control Budgeting 52

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

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.

Contracts 105

Contracts Project Management Consulting General Contracting Cost Control 105

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The basics Step 1: Identify ALL Participants and Stakeholders and Meet with Them (Planning, Procurement, Designers, Builders, Building Users) Focus upon clearly defining and communicating desired outcomes for all involved. An initial baseline Scope of Work including core requirements, scope, budget, and timeline should be the outcome.

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Public Works Schedule Management Risk Management 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

The software was used to develop a 3D model for the construction phase of the project, and the team harnessed its capabilities during the design-build procurement and final design development phases. Inclusive of the time taken to master the new software, the design team achieved plan approval within 12 months of notice to proceed.

Project Management Consulting 130

Project Management Consulting Building Design Project Management Building Controls 130

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 12, 2020

Nonetheless, a small, but growing number of real property owners and facilities management teams have embraced changing to integrated LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery processes. While change is gradual, the benefits of consistent delivery of quality project outcomes on-time and on-budget have been proven.

Maintenance 80

Maintenance Lean Construction Procurement Change Management 80

Job Order Contracting

MAY 9, 2017

Estimating Construction Costs for Job Order Contracts properly is critical to the success of any JOC program. Are management controls sufficient and effective? Reduction in the procurement lead-time and construction cost for work orders is a benefit promised by some JOC Consultants and/or service providers.

Estimating 40

Estimating Contracts Project Management Consulting Cost Control 40

iField Smart

MAY 14, 2024

Autodesk BIM 360 : Focused on Building Information Modeling (BIM), Autodesk BIM 360 revolutionizes construction project management by facilitating collaborative BIM workflows and providing field management tools for issue tracking and quality control.

Project Management 105

Project Management Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management 105

Building Information Management

JULY 25, 2014

Demand for higher productivity in the construction sector and environmental sustainability is reaching a critical level and causing significant changes in both construction cost estimating and the AEC industry as a whole. Emphasis upon estimate and project sharing, collaboration, and reuse (vs. eTakeoff /BIM/QTO).

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Estimating Lean Construction Cost Control 40

Field Wire

MARCH 5, 2024

Estimating project costs correctly and managing the budget accordingly are just as vital. All subcontractors make project cost estimation and budgeting errors. Follow these eight essential steps to estimate project costs and budget funds effectively to prevent grave miscalculations. Quality must take priority over price.

Estimating 52

Estimating Budgeting General Contracting Insurance Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Its objective will be to control combined sewer overflow pollution across the Big Creek, Spring Creek, and Rocky River areas. Estimated at $215 million, the project is beginning the design process. Procurement for the design-bid-build contract is expected sometime in 2024.

Cost Control 130

Cost Control Site Planning Infrastructure Development Estimating 130

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2025

Steel, concrete, glass, and other essential materials can experience price surges due to global supply issues or local procurement challenges. However, this doesnt mean sacrificing quality. The COVID-19 pandemic and other international events have caused periodic disruptions in material availability, which in turn drives up costs.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Project Management Consulting Cost Control Real Estate Development 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 31, 2023

Estimation and quantity takeoffs Estimation and quantity takeoffs are crucial to the success of prefab construction due to its inherent demand for precision and efficiency in these areas. Prefab and modular construction require tightly controlled planning and coordination, so there's very little room for inaccuracies.

Prefabrication 98

Prefabrication Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing 98

Building Information Management

OCTOBER 26, 2015

The Need for Credible Construction Cost Estimates. Education, key performance indicators, common terms and definitions, LEAN collaborative construction delivery methods and supporting technology can to be leveraged to enable significant productivity and quality improvement. Basic Characteristics of Credible Cost Estimates.

Property Management 45

Property Management Estimating Construction Management Structural Systems 45

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

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 30, 2017

JOB ORDER CONTRACT ACQUISITION/PROCUREMENT STRATEGY. Sample – Job Order Contracting Internal Control Checklist. JOC Procurement/Award Process. Independent Owner Estimate Preparation. Protection of Owner Estimate. Quality Assurance/Quality Control. INTERNAL CONTROL AND REVIEW PLAN.

Contracts 40

Contracts Quality Assurance Quality Control Cost Control 40

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 6, 2021

The above represents the initial “concept” or “planning” stage, however, the steps must be repeated throughout the planning, procurement, and project delivery phases. What documentation, forms are required? In addition, collaborative teams, robust processes, and current actionable information are critical.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Facility Management Risk Management Change Management 52

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

JOB ORDER CONTRACT ACQUISITION/PROCUREMENT STRATEGY. Sample – Job Order Contracting Internal Control Checklist 30. JOC Procurement/Award Process. Independent Owner Estimate Preparation. Protection of Owner Estimate. Quality Assurance/Quality Control 48. INTERNAL CONTROL AND REVIEW PLAN.

Contracts 40

Contracts Quality Control Quality Assurance Cost Control 40

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 22, 2017

JOB ORDER CONTRACT ACQUISITION/PROCUREMENT STRATEGY. Sample – Job Order Contracting Internal Control Checklist 31. JOC Procurement/Award Process. Independent Owner Estimate Preparation. Protection of Owner Estimate. Quality Assurance/Quality Control 49. INTERNAL CONTROL AND REVIEW PLAN.

Quality Control 40

Quality Control Quality Assurance Cost Control Contracts 40

Wrench

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects, the pursuit of success hinges on the ability to monitor both lead and lag indicators. Cost Performance: Comparison of the final project cost to the budgeted or estimated cost. Compliance with quality standards and specifications.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Project Management Schedule Management Change Management 52

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Any real public sector real property owner can efficiently and consistently procure and execute quality repair, renovation, and construction projects using the appropriate processes and tools. Control project performance factors. LEAN Construction Project Delivery. It’s not hard… really!

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Cost Control Quality Control Schedule Management 40

Job Order Contracting

MAY 31, 2017

Knowledge of the construction management industry and life-cycle management of the built environment including but not limited to, contract and information management, quality control, cost control, and schedule control. Review all JOC task order cost estimates, documents, packages for accuracy and compliance.

Contracts 40

Contracts Quality Assurance Project Management Consulting Property Management 40

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 13, 2019

The OpenJOC(TM) Solution streamlines construction procurement and project delivery by integrating LEAN processes with locally researched unit price detailed line item construction task cost data, and supporting Program, Project, Estimate, Document, Contractor, Subcontractor and Task/Issue and Management.

Quality Assurance 40

Quality Assurance Lean Construction Cost Control Procurement 40

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 15, 2018

JOC reduces unnecessary levels of engineering, design, and contract procurement time along with construction project procurement costs by awarding long- term contracts for a wide variety of renovation, repair and new construction projects. Smaller projects were taking up to 1 year to procure creating a growing backlog of work.

Contracts 40

Contracts Building Performance Measurement Procurement Quality Assurance 40

Job Order Contracting

MAY 17, 2019

UNLOCK Construction Productivity and Quality with the LEAN OpenJOC TM Solution. Integrate Program, Project, Estimate, Document, Contractor, and Subcontractor Management into one system. Leverage the experience of multi-discipline teams… procurement, builders, building users, facilities management, oversight groups….

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Quality Control Risk Management Facility Management 40

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 1, 2019

LEAN Construction Cost Estimating Drives Optimal Performance. LEAN construction cost estimating, procurement, and project delivery, drives optimal performance for the numerous repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction projects encountered by real property owners, facilities managers, and their service providers.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Estimating Cost Control 40