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Preparing Independent Government Estimates – IGEs , IGCEs

Job Order Contracting

Preparing Independent Government Estimates – IGEs is fundamental to achieving best value outcomes. Most Independent Government Cost Estimates are Not Well Documented. This has lead to the vast major of construction cost estimates (80% or more) being inaccurate. FAR 2.101 and 13.000. Owner Leadership.

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University of Nevada, Reno pavement testing technology hits the market

Civil + Structural Engineer

. – After a long, stormy winter, drivers are faced with dodging potholes or suffering the consequences of damage to their vehicles, but a first-of its-kind quality control tool may help increase the quality of pavement and keep those potholes, ruts and cracks from forming. In some cases, the entire road may have to be rebuilt.

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PROVEN FORMULA FOR EFFICIENT FACILITIES Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, and New Construction

Job Order Contracting

Create estimates, deploy project workflows and controls, inclusive of timelines, approval stages, appropriate information access, and more. Put an end to poor traditional planning, cost estimating, procurement, and project delivery practices! 84% gain in higher-quality construction. 41%-74% reduction in project schedules.

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Best Construction Cost Estimating Solution

Job Order Contracting

Here is a recommended list of considerations if you are seeking the best construction cost estimating solution for your organization. Collaborative environment – Even if there is only one estimator, it is critical to share current, actionable information with multiple internal and external parties. and Detailed BIM Information.

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Building Better: Maximizing Efficiency with Construction Management Software Solutions

iField Smart

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.

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STV Celebrates the Successful Completion of Sound Transit’s Lynnwood Link Extension Project

Civil + Structural Engineer

Sound Transit estimates the Lynnwood Link will accommodate 25,000 to 34,000 daily boardings. STV, in joint venture with Mott MacDonald, oversaw the systems construction for the Lynnwood Link Extension. STV has a strong local presence in the Pacific Northwest, including two offices in the Portland and Seattle metropolitan areas.

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CCCT with Ralph Buckles Chief Estimator from Eno Enterprises

CCR Magazine

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).