Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

Education, key performance indicators, common terms and definitions, collaborative construction delivery methods, and current, objective, local market granular cost data as well as supporting technology can to be leveraged to enable significant cost savings via signifincant improvements in cost visibility, cost management, and productivity.

Estimating 217

Estimating CSI Life Cycle Construction 217

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 18, 2019

Standardized terms, definitions, and task descriptions with an innovative and verifiable locally researched detailed unit price book… the Open JOC Unit Price Book (TM). Leverage cloud-based collaborative technology integrating Program, Project, Work Order, Document, Contractor, and Subcontractor Management.

Construction 100

Construction Renovating Documentation Innovation 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 23, 2024

Files | Search Multi-page PDFs – Members can now search for text matches across multiple pages of PDF documents in the Files tool. The link to the document(s) within the email will stay the same for access within Cost Management. Additionally, project members can add a delete reasoning comment on web and mobile.

Products 105

Products Autodesk BIM Accounting 105

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Project Definition – Understanding a customer request in sufficient detail in order to create a detailed line item construction cost estimate is step one. All program participants and stakeholders should be involved in the definition and approval of these requirements as defined in a detailed scope of work (SOW).

Estimating 145

Estimating Construction Procurement Environment 145

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Common industry standard terms and definitions and locally researched detailed line item cost data are both mandatory in order to assure financial and technical visibility and transparency.

Management 263

Management Life Cycle Procurement Environment 263

Job Order Contracting

MAY 17, 2019

Integrate Program, Project, Estimate, Document, Contractor, and Subcontractor Management into one system. Improved scope of work definition. Multi-format document use, including BIM information. Leverage the experience of multi-discipline teams… procurement, builders, building users, facilities management, oversight groups….

Documentation 100

Documentation Procurement Management BIM 100

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Contract Documents. Definitions of Job Order Contracting Terms. Specifications Drawings and Other Documents. 4.005 Design Requirements and Design Documentation. Discrepancies and Contract Document Review. Ownership and Use of Drawings, Specifications and Other Documents. Definition of the JOC Fee.

Contract 100

Contract Bidding Documentation Drawings 100

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 22, 2021

Sample Workflow. Project Procurement and Delivery Environment Comparison. via 4bt.us. The post 2021 Facilities Repair Renovation and New Construction Cost Management appeared first on 4BT.

Renovating 252

Renovating Management Procurement Life Cycle 252

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 3, 2021

The definition of the word estimate per the Oxford Dictionary is as follows… “ estimate noun / an approximate calculation or judgment of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something. “ By definition, a construction cost estimate is an approximation. correct in all details; exact. via Four BT, LLC – www.4bt.us

Estimating 168

Estimating Construction Procurement Renovating 168

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Common Data Environment : Common terms and definitions must be shared by all parties. Lean Acquisition Planning : Collaborate to assure all parties are involved in determining physical, functional, and financial requirements.

Procurement 211

Procurement Plans Construction Renovating 211

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 10, 2022

One might wonder, if the importance of proper curing is so well-documented, why is the process marginalized or even skipped? Part of the reason is confusion around the definition of “curing.” Failing to give curing the required level of attention can lead to failed expectations, expensive repairs, and delayed project timelines.

Concrete 52

Concrete CSI Documentation Materials 52

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Actionable Information – A common set of terms and definition and a locally researched detailed line item unit prices JOC construction cost database (versus a “national average” reference cost book with or without cost factors or other economic indices). A JOC unit price book (UPB) is the key element in this regard.

Renovating 100

Renovating Contract Construction Estimating 100

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

LEAN Collaborative Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Methodology with a focus upon BEST VALUE OUTCOMES Common Data Environment (CDE) using common standards terms, definitions, and robust data architectures. Learn more… Simple Guide to LEAN Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery.

Life Cycle 102

Life Cycle Modeling Management CSI 102

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 27, 2019

Project Cost Management Processes The policies, procedures, data sets, tools, and documentation used for planning, executing, and controlling project cost are included with a LEAN OpenJOC enterprise system. All changes must be formally approved and documented per the defined program operations manual and/or execution guide.

Renovating 100

Renovating Estimating Construction Budgeting 100

Building Information Management

JUNE 25, 2012

More importantly, the information relates to the intended objects (components) and processes, rather than relating to the appearance and presentation of documents and drawings.More traditional 2D or 3D drawings may well be outputs of BIM, however, instead of generating in the conventional way ie. ” – RICS.

BIM 63

BIM Modeling Life Cycle Software 63

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Fully documented written LEAN processes > Lean processes focus upon and drive BEST VALUE outcomes by leveraging transparency, collaboration and the consistent use of robust workflows. Purpose-build cloud technology plays an important role in supporting LEAN alternative construction delivery methods.

Management 100

Management Construction Documentation Organization 100

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

80% of cost overruns are due to poor scope of work definition, and associated inadequate and/or flawed construction cost estimates and otherwise poor planning, procurement, and project delivery management. The errors and poor processes result in change orders, project delays, and legal disputes.

Schedule 163

Schedule Management Procurement Construction 163

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 23, 2019

There was a time when paper was the way to go for managing documents, RFIs, submittals and processes like payroll, time-off requests and job costing. If not, you should definitely watch it. You may have formerly used it to record time cards or print out documents , but you don’t have to anymore. But those days are over.

Documentation 153

Documentation Software Software Management 153

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 22, 2019

We all know what can go terribly wrong with traditional construction procurement and delivery processes… lack of financial visibility, poor work scope definition, quality issues, legal disputes… in short, poor outcomes tend to be the norm. Efficient & Quality Construction Services Procurement and Delivery should not be this hard!

Procurement 100

Procurement Construction Contract Legal 100

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 28, 2018

A common data environment includes a glossary and set of definitions in plain English using industry standard terms. Fully defined roles, responsibilities, desired outcomes, schedules, workflows… Security and document management. Collaborative, service-oriented team members with appropriate domain expertise and capabilities.

Environment 100

Environment Life Cycle CSI Construction 100

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

AFARS) The above definition of a unit price book clearly notes the requirement that the JOC unit price book reflect both local and current costs for the work to be performed using JOC. 5117.9001 Definitions. as-built drawings and warranties). 5117.9006 Contracting officer responsibilities. as-built drawings and warranties).

Contract 226

Contract Office Negotiation Documentation 226

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 8, 2019

LEAN construction delivery methods, such as the OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contracting Solution require the use of a locally researched unit price book as well as specified workflows, approvals, documents, etc. Learn more about the complete workflow… stages… documents… and more? Sample Job Order Contracting Workflow.

Estimating 100

Estimating Construction CSI Renovating 100

Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

For the definition of construction project management, it’s basically PMI’s definition in the construction context. Following initiation, the project team creates a roadmap — the project management plan (PMP) , a formal document that outlines the project’s execution and control. Are all contract documents signed?

Project Management 148

Project Management Management Construction Feasibility 148

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Industry standards terms and definitions, in plain English, are used with breakdowns for labor, material, and equipment costs (organized using CSI MasterFormat – 4BT is a licensed CSI MasterFormat provider). Technology – The role of technology is one of enabling consistent, low cost deployment, collaboration, and monitoring.

Contract 100

Contract CSI Environment Renovating 100

Job Order Contracting

MAY 25, 2017

Common terms, definitions, and data architectures (i.e. Clear Definition of all Roles, Responsibilities, & Deliverables. Documented Results. Simple actually, it’s a process the embodies ALL of the following elements… Early and ongoing participation of all participants & stakeholders. Stakeholder Requirements.

Construction 100

Construction Life Cycle Architecture Organization 100

Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 27, 2012

Process Development - Do it, Document it, and Delegate it. Professional Contractor - Serious construction business owner with construction strategy and definitely in construction business to earn a worthwhile profit. Sales Process - Documented system for acquiring new clients for the Firm. One of the Four Types Of Contractors.

Contractors 63

Contractors Cash Flow Construction Accounting 63

Mr Ethics

JULY 10, 2017

In accord with the bid documents all bids were to be evaluated on a point system. Changing bid procedures is definitely unethical and may be a violation of public bidding laws. Dear Mr. Ethics, We recently submitted a bid for the construction of a new bridge. However, ethical actions can have legal implications. Sincerely, Mr.

Bidding 100

Bidding Legal Documentation Consulting 100

Mr Ethics

JULY 10, 2017

In accord with the bid documents all bids were to be evaluated on a point system. Changing bid procedures is definitely unethical and may be a violation of public bidding laws. Dear Mr. Ethics, We recently submitted a bid for the construction of a new bridge. However, ethical actions can have legal implications. Sincerely, Mr.

Bidding 100

Bidding Legal Documentation Consulting 100

Mr Ethics

JULY 10, 2017

In accord with the bid documents all bids were to be evaluated on a point system. Changing bid procedures is definitely unethical and may be a violation of public bidding laws. Dear Mr. Ethics, We recently submitted a bid for the construction of a new bridge. However, ethical actions can have legal implications. Sincerely, Mr.

Bidding 100

Bidding Legal Documentation Consulting 100

Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Each community and asset in your portfolio requires diligence, legal paperwork, and closing documents. At the end of the deal preparation phase, you will have a package of offering documents you can provide to potential buyers. In this sense, the seller controls the timeline. Who is buying your company? Diligence and Closing.

Deals 52

Deals Bidding Agreement Cash Flow 52

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2017

Enhance the understanding and appreciation of collaboration, transparency, common terms/definitions/data formats, shared risk/reward, best business practices, metrics, and continuous improvement. A common and minimum body of knowledge must be defined as a performance standard. Foster and promote ongoing training.

Products 100

Products Construction Life Cycle Contract 100

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Defined workflows, stages/phases, documentation, approvals. Rethinking Project definition in terms of Target Costing”. Project team members are selected through value-based proposals and associated rankings/metrics. Written long-term multi-party agreement with integral operations manual/execution guide. designing to target cost”.

New York 179

New York Portland Conference Construction 179

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 1, 2017

This particular document was circulated by the National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance, NCPA. Carefully review all of the Job Order Contract and all associated documents. Cost and accounting transparency via standardized cost data architectures, terms, and definitions. JOB ORDER CONTRACTING-NCPA. Shared risk/reward.

Contract 100

Contract Legal United States Documentation 100

Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 6, 2019

Excellent communication skills are part of any process, and by definition, it entails more than just talking. Today, it's the phone, emails, messaging, faxes, and it includes the flow of soft documents. Of course, talking is a significant part of it. Most of us would be lost without our mobile phones.

Banking 49

Banking Contractors Accounting Mobility 49

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 28, 2018

GAO determined that DOD cost estimators did not follow all the best practices associated with the four characteristics—comprehensive, well-documented, accurate, and credible—of a reliable estimate for these projects.DEFENSE INFRASTRUCTURE:Action Needed to Increase the Reliability of Construction Cost Estimates. GAO DOD Cost Estimating.

Estimating 100

Estimating Life Cycle Defense Infrastructure 100

Job Order Contracting

JULY 1, 2019

One that can be easily documented, understood, and shared with all participants and stakeholders. A UPB eliminates the sole reliance upon contractor and subcontractor quotes or “back of the envelope” estimates. Furthermore, a locally researched UPB virtually assures a detailed scope of work for each work requirement.

Procurement 100

Procurement Plans Management CSI 100

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 20, 2017

Job Order Contracting BASIC DEFINITIONS. It includes several Contract Documents, including a JOC Operations Manual / JOC Program Execution Manual. The person or firm identified as such in the Agreement and is referred to throughout the Contract Documents, the will be providing the JOC Construction Services. DEFECTIVE WORK.

Contract 100

Contract Documentation Agreement Contractors 100