Construction Specifier

JUNE 4, 2020

Recent developments in virtual reality (VR) technology allow for the visualization of unbuilt information as full-scale occupiable environments, providing previously unavailable insight to designers, clients, and other stakeholders. BIM to VR for spatial visualization. Image © Amber Bartosh.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Design Visualization Modeling 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

At its core, change order is work that is added or removed from the original contractor’s scope of work, as agreed upon in the contract signed by the client and contractor before work began. In fact, it’s not a contract amendment. Better designs, visualizations, and communications help improve change order management.

Change Orders 96

Change Orders Contract Project Management Schedule 96

Building Information Management

MAY 16, 2013

Too much focus on 3D visualization, too much “reinventing the wheel” trying to fit a square peg in a round hole, and virtually NO EMPHASIS upon the requirements for life-cycle management… associated competencies, domains, technologies, ongoing collaboration, integration, and continuous improvement.

Visualization 45

Visualization BIM Life Cycle Estimating 45

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Mike White , Director of Design and Construction at North Point Hospitality (NPH) , is one individual who possesses these traits and abilities. I initially started at North Point, managing projects, then moved to Senior Project Manager and ultimately the Director of Design and Construction. I'll start at the beginning—my family.

Design 80

Design Autodesk Construction Management 80

A David Creation

MAY 6, 2021

Just make sure you double-check with your dealership if you’re in a leasing situation to confirm the details of your contract. If you run a contracting business of any kind and have company trucks or vans, vehicle signage is not an option – it’s a must-have! Invest in a Professional Design. Bonus Tip: Skip the Magnets!

Leases 100

Leases Visualization US Contract 100

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Photo courtesy Móz Designs. Equipping designers with column solutions that simultaneously meet design standards and building requirements enhance project outcomes. Above all, the columns’ silhouettes should connect with the design and enhance the architecture providing high visual impact which compliments the design.

Visualization 52

Visualization Architecture Environment Commercial 52

The Korte Company

AUGUST 27, 2018

Design-Build has a proven track record as a construction delivery method that saves owners time and money. How does the Design-Build method impact the physical construction of a building? First, we’ll recap ways Design-Build benefits the bottom line well before groundbreaking. Design-Build pre-construction recap.

Design 66

Design Construction Foundation Bidding 66

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Decision-making methods within LEAN planning, procurement, and project delivery frameworks enable and assure full stakeholder (buyers, designers, builders, building users, FMers…) participation in early stages of the project considerations and support collaboration among previously conflicting sustainable criteria and adversarial team members.

Life Cycle 114

Life Cycle Procurement Construction Documentation 114

Carol Hagen

OCTOBER 17, 2013

Since Powerpoint came on the scene, the innovative contracting firm has mastered storytelling and realizes than communication is a two way street. Here are a few ideas to convert your next presentation from drab to interactive: Make Your Information Visually Appealing. Update Your Construction Visual Aides.

Visualization 214

Visualization Construction iPad Documentation 214

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 8, 2017

Distribution and sharing of information by the Facilities Management Team is crucial to achieving cost efficient and high performing facilities, however, 3-D BIM visualization and modeling software is generally very sophisticated, relatively expensive, and very complex. 8. Cost of implementation is insignificant versus cost savings.

BIM 100

BIM Life Cycle Visualization Environment 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

In order to accelerate the design and coordination phases, architects, engineers, BIM managers, and trades must have the ability to identify and track issue resolution. Best case, this is all in the same solution when they review designs or create packages. . Resolve design discrepancies faster with new Design Issues feature .

Autodesk 52

Autodesk BIM Design Modeling 52

Job Order Contracting

MAY 5, 2017

That said, the primary drivers and/or requirements of BIM are process-based and require a laser-like focus upon CHANGE MANAGEMENT and L EAN Collaborative Construction Delivery Methods (Integrated Project Delivery – IPD, and Job Order Contracting – JOC). Lastly, 3D visualization should not be confused with BIM.

BIM 100

BIM Modeling Life Cycle Industrial 100

Building Information Management

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Why the Job Order Contracting model could work in Canada. A proven contracting methodology from the United States may be a model for solving some of Canada’s current contracting demands. In this way, JOC is similar to the standing order contracting that we are familiar with, with a few important differences.

Contract 45

Contract Procurement United States Subcontracting 45

Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

JOB ORDER CONTRACTING – JOC for Downsizing. Her presentation was “Design-Build Downsized” and focused on reiterative processes and procurement tools used in the federal space to right-size a Design-Build approach for smaller projects (I would define smaller as anything under about $2million). JOC Case Study – #201.

Contract 45

Contract Software Software Renovating 45

The Constructor

MARCH 20, 2012

The required amount of cover will always be specified on the design drawings, but no time should the cover be less than the maximum size of aggregate plus 5mm. The first part is a visual inspection by the clerk of works or equivalent. Right side images shows correct way of placing of reinforcement.

Concrete 250

Concrete Foundation Materials Design 250

Building Information Management

JANUARY 17, 2012

Current the most common being use of proprietary 3D visualization software for the purpose of supporting the design and construction phases of the facility life-cycle. This ability is critical where multiple professionals have existing data sources – cost data bases, project information, contract information, etc.

BIM 78

BIM Visualization Life Cycle Software 78

Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

An excellent website is no longer an option for any type of construction, remodeling, or trade contracting firm. There are at least 3 “foundational” elements to an excellent website, along with many best practices including highly visual, mobile and responsive, and search engine optimized. Visuals/Examples/Testimonials.

Contractors 195

Contractors Mobility Visualization Engineering 195

Building Information Management

OCTOBER 24, 2013

Job Order Contracting as a Project Delivery Method. The design and construction phases of a project consist of a sequential series of interrelated processes that are influenced by time, cost and quality. These are commonly referred to as design-bid-build type methods and are still in use today.

Contract 40

Contract United States Software Software 40

Building Information Management

AUGUST 6, 2013

Providing the opportunity for the kind of collaboration that the construction industry so badly needs… Design-Build has a spectrum, ranging from almost as dysfunctional … all the way to almost as collaborative as Integrated Project Delivery. Shifting Design-Build toward IPD. Owners, this is bad for you.

Design 69

Design Documentation Contract Estimating 69

Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

After that, payment contracts can then be agreed upon and could be lump sum (the most common contract), cost-plus-fee, guaranteed maximum price, or unit price. Work breakdown structure, which visually represents the scope breakdown into manageable chunks. Are all appropriate contracts executed between clients and consultants?

Project Management 148

Project Management Management Construction Feasibility 148

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Five factors to consider before selecting project delivery methods for your projects include your budget, design, risks, schedule, and owner expertise. . Design: what the final project will look like and how it will function. Are you looking for innovative designs and complex over form and function?

Risk 52

Risk Schedule Design Budgeting 52

Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

Architects and engineers spend countless hours attempting to design and specify their projects completely. Job Order Contracting offers an alternative to traditional bidding processes. An innovative method of contract management is being used more and more by owners who desire quick service and reasonable cost.

Contract 40

Contract United States Estimating Bidding 40

Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Each expert has a crucial role, including approving design changes, guiding the contractor, etc. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals Why submittals are important in the construction process Submittals are vital to make sure the project is executed according to the specifications and designs.

Project Management 78

Project Management Drawings Construction Documentation 78

Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Each expert has a crucial role, including approving design changes, guiding the contractor, etc. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals Why submittals are important in the construction process Submittals are vital to make sure the project is executed according to the specifications and designs.

Project Management 78

Project Management Drawings Construction Documentation 78

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 24, 2022

Cost Management | Contract Schedule of Values Full Screen* . Users can leverage the Issues API to create, update, and retrieve information about all the issues in a project including designated root causes, comments, attachments, references and custom fields. Cost Management | Contract Schedule of Values Full Screen* .

Autodesk 98

Autodesk Products Schedule Change Orders 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Now the firm’s engineers and detailers can optimize designs to reduce waste and improve project certainty—while boosting productivity in the process. . 3: Contract Management. Getting your legal ducks in a row is paramount in construction, which is why it is important to have robust contract management workflows. .

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Construction Contract Documentation 105

Building Information Management

MAY 28, 2014

Owners must learn more about collaborative and integrated project delivery methods: IPD – integrated project delivery for new construction, JOC – job order contracting or renovation, repair, sustainability, and minor new construction, and PPP – private-public-partnerships. They write sign the contracts and write the checks.

Renovating 51

Renovating Sustainability Contract Products 51

Building Information Management

APRIL 10, 2015

What’s Wrong with Design Bid Build? Traditional design-bid-build,DBB, is costly, antagonistic, and simply inefficient. Job Order Contracting is an integrated, collaborative construction project delivery method with a 20 year+ track record. The contract typically has a base year with two to four option years.

Contract 40

Contract Renovating Bidding Construction 40

Lets Build

AUGUST 18, 2023

Each expert has a crucial role, including approving design changes, guiding the contractor, etc. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals Why submittals are important in the construction process Submittals are vital to make sure the project is executed according to the specifications and designs.

Project Management 78

Project Management Drawings Construction Documentation 78

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 4, 2019

It’s important to not that “3D” or “3D visualization” is not include in this core definition of BIM. BIM can provide huge benefits to the stakeholders in all phases of the building process – Planning; Design; Construction; and Operations and Maintenance.

Life Cycle 115

Life Cycle BIM Management Environment 115

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 12, 2023

These technologies will propel the industry forward, improving outcomes for workers, contracting companies, and end clients. Improve Quality of Designs AI, or more specifically, machine learning, can improve designs overall to make spaces better for the human end users. The benefits of AI in design don’t end there.

Construction 98

Construction Autodesk Safety Management 98

Building Information Management

MAY 14, 2015

Plan, Contract, and or Bid JOB Project Efficiently. – Take advantage of visual estimating / automated QTO and advanced Pattern Search. – Manage multiple Contracts, Projects, Estimates, Co-efficients, UPBs, CCIs and more! – Manage your own destiny. – Develop long-term relationships with Contractors.

Estimating 40

Estimating Software Software Contract 40

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 14, 2017

Traditional design-bid-build, and even design-build are not capable of meeting this threshold, not providing appropriate levels of collaboration and financial transparency. Within a Job Order Contract integrated project delivery method, the Common Data Environment is provided by the Unit Price Book, UPB. The Designer”.

Life Cycle 100

Life Cycle Renovating BIM Environment 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 24, 2022

This allows project leaders to drill down and visualize analytics for specific projects as well as compile portfolio views for custom groups of projects, whether that is by region or project type, so that they can easily see only relevant dashboard views. . Cost Management | Contract Schedule of Values Full Screen* .

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Products BIM Construction 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 1, 2023

In some cases, it causes such severe missed deadlines and budget overruns that builders fail to meet contracts and face legal consequences, or at the very least, loss of good name and potential future business. Designers and contractors sow the seeds of rework in the very earliest stages of a project. The takeaway?

Construction 52

Construction BIM Estimating Documentation 52

BD+C

AUGUST 15, 2023

Basics of Glulam Connection Detailing 1 kcichowicz Tue, 08/15/2023 - 11:58 APA – The Engineered Wood Association offers guidance on designing efficient, durable and structurally sound glulam connections. Designing and Detailing Connections for Shrinkage To last, exterior connections must be properly vented and drained.

Design 52

Design Concrete Engineering Environment 52

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

They can, for example, perform a visual inspection of high-risk areas like tall buildings, smokestacks, and partially completed bridges. The site is designated as the future location for a semiconductor facility. Many construction firms saw a drop in contracted projects in 2020 due to COVID-19, making equipment ownership less viable.

Industrial 158

Industrial Construction Equipment Software 158