Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

Using estimating software simplifies bids, estimates, and financial project planning and makes the process somewhat foolproof. If a change request is submitted for example, a project manger gets an alert on his dashboard, and from his mobile device can approve and create a change order. Lack of Effective Communication.

Construction 237

Construction Software Software Estimating 237

Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

Review the contract terms. As you develop the claim, the contract documents are the first set of documents that you should review. Review change orders and correspondence. At this point, your focus should be on what has been documented on the project to date. Assess other pertinent documents.

Claims 48

Claims Change Orders Legal Schedule 48

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

I know a lot of contractors are getting into bidding season, and this got me thinking about communication. I know from my days as a general contractor that plans and specifications are altered continuously as subcontractors become involved, materials are changed, and change orders are issued. change orders.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Bidding 159

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2012

Legal language is often unclear, resulting in differences in interpretations that can disrupt and delay projects, increasing costs. Meet with them before every project to discuss not only the contractual provisions for scope of work and change orders, but also what you bid and why. Stay on Top of Changes.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Profitability Software 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Some Advice on Change Orders » A Change (Order) for the Better? When clients ask me about change orders, I’m reminded of a well-circulated photo. The yacht is named “Change Order.” Discussion about change order difficulties tends to be one of two types.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Building Information Management

APRIL 6, 2016

Owner focus upon a BEST VALUE approach to facility management is required in order to maximize productivity and minimize waster. Documented roles, responsibilities, deliverables, and metrics. Fewer Change Orders. Virtually Elimination of Legal Disputes. Shared risk/reward. Continuous improvement. Higher Quality.

Renovating 40

Renovating Change Orders Procurement Construction 40

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

A Job Order Contract Execution Guide is a required element for any successful, best management practice JOC Program. The following template is provide for sample purposes only and should not be used a legally bidding document without through review and modification by appropriate Owner legal counsel.

Contract 100

Contract Organization Change Orders Overhead 100

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Job Order Contracting done right, that’s what the OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contracting Framework is all about. An open, objective, independent and verifiable JOC Cost Estimating, Project Management, and Document Management System for real property owners, architects, contractors, facilities management, and oversight groups.

Contract 100

Contract Life Cycle Renovating Management 100

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

Change orders and legals disputes are all but eliminated. From a public sector perspective, any requirement/statue dictating that the lowest bid/bidder must be use is counterproductive and demonstrated a complete lack of fiduciary responsibility. LEAN facilities manage can improve overall productivity by 60%.

Renovating 100

Renovating Life Cycle Construction Management 100

Building Information Management

AUGUST 11, 2015

The owner accepts the project proposal, which includes a detailed project scope document and detailed line item estimate, every project’s price is fixed once the proposal is accepted, so there are no budget surprises. Without JOC, the owner must procure each project individually in the traditional design-bid-build procurement method.

Contract 40

Contract Procurement Change Orders Budgeting 40

Building Information Management

AUGUST 11, 2015

The owner accepts the project proposal, which includes a detailed project scope document and detailed line item estimate, every project’s price is fixed once the proposal is accepted, so there are no budget surprises. Without JOC, the owner must procure each project individually in the traditional design-bid-build procurement method.

Contract 40

Contract Procurement Change Orders Budgeting 40

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 5, 2012

Evaluate Bidding Strategy. There are fewer projects to bid and what projects are available are being bid by more people. Consequently, the bidding climate is very competitive with some work going to people bidding below cost. change orders. document management. It’s tough out there. foundation.

Construction 120

Construction Bidding Software Software 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Due to the competitive nature of the bidding process , estimates may suffer from wrongful expectations of the scope of work included in the project. At the same time, incomplete or incorrect plans almost always result in substandard work from the contractors completing the work, which can result in legal battles down the line.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Budget Construction Software 52

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

« Simplified Decision Making – Getting People and Processes In Order. The Expensive Process of Bidding » Save Time, Resources – File Electronically. Keeping documents as electronic files reduces paper waste and clutter in your office because you can get rid of the filing cabinets. Archiving documents.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 26, 2012

Venture tools are built to give contractors visibility and control over three key areas of construction operations: Documentation. Document Management. It’s no secret that documents play a vital role in the construction process from beginning to end. change orders. document management. Communication.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Documentation 120

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 18, 2011

And that seemed to strike a chord with some of you, so I figured I’d talk more about government jobs, and what you need to be prepared to bid on them. This agreement ensures that a contractor will perform all of the duties they agreed to in the bid they placed, abiding by the terms of that government-sanctioned project. change orders.

Cash Flow 168

Cash Flow Software Software Accounting 168

Construction Cost Estimating

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

An immediate photo is used to provide change orders, a recently completed milestone or what materials are required for giving order. SmartBidNe t: This commercial construction bidding software can allow you to keep track on the financial information of vendors and subcontractors as well as bid project data, documents etc.

Project Management 45

Project Management Management Construction Estimating 45

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 5, 2012

It’s often easy to bid on a job, start work, and miscalculate how far along in the project you are versus the amount of money you’ve spent. This year, I encourage you to close the gap between your bids, your projections, and the actual cost of the project. change orders. document management. Add new tag.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 9, 2011

In fact, project managers should worry about implementing more safe practices because it can affect the way they bid on jobs. The more accidents and safety violations you have on a job, the more the job is going to cost; and the last time I checked you can’t submit a change order just because your team got hurt on the job!

Construction 136

Construction Insurance Software Software 136

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 12, 2012

Good document management software will be able to keep those certifications on file. A prequalification program that tracks vendors certification, will also help you when it’s time to start bidding on projects. change orders. document management. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0

Construction 120

Construction Certification Green Software 120

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

In addition to providing critical insight to a bid, tender or proposal, the theoretical “buy-in” to the process from the field manager is invaluable. change orders. document management. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. Add new tag. business development. cloud computing.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 2, 2011

For those of you contractors doing government work: relish the competition involved with bidding. change orders. document management. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. Show them what you’re made of, how resourceful you are and that you’re the company for the job.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Accounting 159

Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

– Job Order Contracting (also known as SABER, TOC, DOC, and a form of IPD): A long-term, indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract. Reliant on a Unit Price Book (UPB) and competitively-bid coefficient to establish pricing structure. Advantages of Job Order Contracting – JOC – for OWNERS.

Contract 40

Contract Bidding United States Estimating 40

Building Information Management

APRIL 10, 2015

What’s Wrong with Design Bid Build? Traditional design-bid-build,DBB, is costly, antagonistic, and simply inefficient. A Job Order Contracting (JOC) system is based on a competitively bid indefinite delivery-indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract between a facility owner and a construction contractor.

Contract 40

Contract Renovating Bidding Construction 40

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 13, 2012

« The Expensive Process of Bidding. change orders. document management. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. About Us Contact Us Advertise Press Releases Upload Artwork Via FTP -->. Free Subscriptions. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Home » Blogs. foundation.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 4, 2011

While we all would love to receive 100% correct and complete design documents, we all know that is more of a target than a reality. – will ultimately determine if you are on the bid list or in the negotiating room for the next project. change orders. document management. Add new tag. business development.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

With the number of companies bidding on each job increasing and the margins getting smaller, it is imperative that you know the true health of you fleet. change orders. document management. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. Add new tag. business development. communication.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Equipment 136

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

leadership decisions were relatively easy – who to hire, where to grow, which jobs to bid and how much margin to put on them. change orders. document management. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. During the last upturn of the mid 2000’s (remember the glory days?),

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Building Information Management

JANUARY 29, 2013

Cost estimates and construction bid requests should include materials quantities in addition to costs to evaluate and validate GHG impacts. Virtual elimination of legal disputes, claims and mitigation of change orders. Contract, Project, Estimating, Document Management. Legal and Policy Framework.

Sustainability 45

Sustainability Life Cycle Procurement Estimating 45

Job Order Contracting

JULY 29, 2021

Design-Bid-Build. Traditional design-bid-build (DBB) delivery process with design, bidding, and construction in separate, sequential steps. Construction contract is generally awarded to the lowest bidder and/or lowest qualified builder, who then utilizes the subcontractors included in his or her bid. Advantages.

Design 130

Design Bidding Engineering Construction 130

Building Information Management

JANUARY 29, 2013

Cost estimates and construction bid requests should include materials quantities in addition to costs to evaluate and validate GHG impacts. Virtual elimination of legal disputes, claims and mitigation of change orders. Contract, Project, Estimating, Document Management. Legal and Policy Framework.

Sustainability 40

Sustainability Life Cycle Procurement Estimating 40

Building Information Management

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Construction delivery methods and their associated processes and contractual documents are directly linked to the success or failure of any project. The benefits include centralized and visual communication, early exploration of options, sustainability, efficient design, integration of disciplines, site control, as built documentation, etc.

BIM 40

BIM Environment Management Life Cycle 40

Building Information Management

JULY 30, 2015

Significant reduction of change orders. Virtual elimination of legal disputes. Cost analysis between SABER and design bid build contracting methods. Documented performance of the JOC construction delivery system (1994 – 1998). The reduction of procurement and overall project cost. & Brothers, H. 5, 359-366.

Renovating 40

Renovating Sustainability Contract Estimating 40

Building Information Management

JULY 30, 2015

Significant reduction of change orders. Virtual elimination of legal disputes. Cost analysis between SABER and design bid build contracting methods. Documented performance of the JOC construction delivery system (1994 – 1998). The reduction of procurement and overall project cost. & Brothers, H. 5, 359-366.

Renovating 40

Renovating Sustainability Contract Construction 40

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 15, 2012

General Liability and Auto/rental equipment insurance can help protect you and your company against claims for personal injury and property damage, and may provide you with legal defense of those claims. Your business plan is a living breathing document that you will change and update as needed.

Contractors 48

Contractors Insurance Claims Lien 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 20, 2014

General Liability and Auto/rental equipment insurance can help protect you and your company against claims for personal injury and property damage, and may provide you with legal defense of those claims. Your business plan is a living breathing document that you will change and update as needed.

Insurance 48

Insurance Construction Accounting Claims 48

Building Information Management

JUNE 8, 2015

The adversarial aspects of the traditional design-bid-build. well documented. as a prerequisite to “success” is equally well documented. Collaborative construction delivery. project delivery (IPD) for new construction, and job order contracting (JOC) for renovation, repair, sustainability, and minor new construction.

BIM 40

BIM Life Cycle Contract Environment 40