Roads Online

MARCH 20, 2025

Geosynthetics are uniquely designed to deliver varying functions such as soil and slope stabilisation, reinforcement, separation, filtration, drainage and erosion control. As designers and manufacturers, having control over the full product lifecycle means we can optimise sustainability outcomes for our customers, saysMusella.

Controls Manufacturing 66

Controls Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing Wall Systems Quality Control 66

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 3, 2020

Consistent on-time, on-budget delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction projects is possible only when owners have the requisite levels of leadership and competency. Robust LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery tools and services are readily available.

Lean Construction 76

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

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. A poor choice of contractor can lead to delays, budget overruns, and quality issues. Quality Management Audit Confirm the company has a quality management system, like ISO 9001.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Insurance Management Quality Control Warranty 52

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. Collaborative Nature of Work Another aspect of procurements which makes it time consuming is the sheer number of stakeholders involved.

Procurement 52

Procurement Schedule Management Project Management Consulting Cost Control 52

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.

Project Management 52

Project Management Cost Control Schedule Management Structural Systems 52

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.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Procurement Project Management Construction Management 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

Permitting applications, material procurement, and preliminary site work can start while the final design is still being refined. Cost Control Through Early Collaboration Budget overruns are a frequent concern in construction, often resulting from incomplete designs, misaligned expectations, or unexpected site conditions.

Building Design 52

Building Design Building Permits Quality Control Cost Control 52

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 63

Procurement Project Management Consulting Project Management Material Storage 63

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.

Procurement 52

Procurement Building Optimization Building Materials Manufacturing Building Automation 52

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.

Building Automation 204

Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing Site Planning Controls Manufacturing 204

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.

Procurement 52

Procurement Building Automation Quality Assurance Risk Management 52

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].

Procurement 59

Procurement Maintenance Quality Assurance Cost Control 59

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

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

A construction company typically manages: Material Procurement : Ensuring high-quality, durable materials are used. By overseeing this stage, construction companies ensure that projects move forward efficiently and meet quality standards. Stage 4: On-Site Construction The actual building process takes place during this phase.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Material Handling Building Permits Building Codes 52

Roads Online

OCTOBER 31, 2024

“At Converge, civil and infrastructure precast manufacturers can benefit from interactive networking sessions as well as attending and presenting at educational sessions on changes to sustainability requirements, the trend towards offsite construction, regulatory updates, design solutions, quality control and case studies.

Infrastructure Development 105

Infrastructure Development Construction Equipment Project Management Construction Management 105

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

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. JOC contractor coefficients/adjustment factors should always exceed 1.0

Cost Control 105

Cost Control Procurement Quality Assurance Quality Control 105

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. Explore more about the benefits of procurement software on GetPowerplay.

Procurement 52

Procurement Building Performance Measurement Risk Management Building Optimization 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 27, 2020

How real property owners and facilities management professionals traditionally plan, procure, and deliver projects is the most significant barrier to improving capital reinvestment performance outcomes. Key areas monitored include the level of collaboration, timeline, costs and cost comparisons, specifications, satisfaction, and quality.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 105

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Maintenance Lean Construction Procurement 105

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 30, 2022

Definition of VALIDITY – the quality of being logically or factually sound; soundness or cogency; the state of being legally or officially binding or acceptable. Final procurement of any repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build service should always involve review of a detailed line time construction cost estimate and quantities.

Estimating 105

Estimating Lean Construction Cost Control Building Performance Measurement 105

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

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.

Procurement 52

Procurement Stakeholder Engagement Project Management Risk Management 52

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Traditional methods for planning, procuring, and delivery repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction are incapable of consistently delivery of quality outcomes on time and on time. Existing tools and support services to mitigate waste/rework and enable consistent quality outcomes on time and on budget are readily available.

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Sustainability Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management 105

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

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Integrating internal and external Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Team under supportive and committed leadership is step one. Technology supporting a shared, single source of truth with full version control. Overcome poor data quality. People come first. Technology. Establish trust in your information.

Property Management 104

Property Management Facility Management Quality Control Cost Control 104

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 9, 2022

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.

Maintenance 105

Maintenance Quality Assurance Cost Control Facility Management 105

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 19, 2021

The overall is the current “state of the union” in which 95% of participants don’t engage in integrated, collaborative, and efficient planning, procurement, and project delivery practices, and even fewer maximize the associated potential benefits. What is the most critical factor in facilities management and sector?

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Project Management Construction Management Cost Control 105

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 13, 2020

White Paper: How-to-Select-a-JOC- Unit Price Book – – A JOC Unit Price Book, UPB is very important to the quality, integrity, productivity, and transparency of any Job Order Contract. Usage of a locally researched 4BT UPB mitigates roots problems and the negative consequences resulting from traditional methods.

Cost Control 105

Cost Control Quality Control Construction Equipment Procurement 105

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2025

As prices continue to rise, companies must formulate strategies to control their operating costs. Reducing Procurement Frequency Another often overlooked advantage of bulk buying is that it reduces the frequency of procurement processes. Check Certifications: Ensure that suppliers meet industry standards for quality and safety.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Procurement Material Storage Foundation Systems 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 19, 2024

Key Characteristics: Unified Responsibility : The master builder held ultimate responsibility for the project, ensuring it met design intent, functioned properly, and was built to high-quality standards.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 98

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Contracts Building Information Modeling (BIM) Lean Construction 98

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

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

iField Smart

JULY 20, 2024

This intricate process involves a symphony of moving parts, including design, procurement, construction, and closeout phases. These archaic tools engender a myriad of challenges that can cripple project timelines, inflate costs, and compromise overall quality.

Project Management 105

Project Management Construction Management Landscaping Schedule Management 105

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

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

While most real property owners, designers, and builders, are aware of the issues associated with Traditional Planning, Engineering, Procurement and Construction strategies such as Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, CM@R, etc. The following are requisite components of a best value approach to all forms of Alliance Contracting.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 97

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Contracts Project Management Consulting Stakeholder Engagement 97

Job Order Contracting

JULY 22, 2021

A JOC program should never be used to bypass the lengthy traditional procurement process so that projects can be pushed along quickly, regardless of size or type, and without considering if JOC is the best option. Negotiating individual projects is critical to ensuring quality work at fair and reasonable prices. (Partial Listing).

Project Management Consulting 81

Project Management Consulting Quality Control Cost Control Project Management 81

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