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INSPECTION OF A BRIDGE STRUCTURE - The Constructor

The Constructor

Hence, the bridge must be regularly inspected and maintained for the benefit of its users. There are three levels of inspection: 1. General inspection: Usual inspection of representative parts of a structure. General inspection: Usual inspection of representative parts of a structure.

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Better Manage Construction Costs Schedules and Quality

Job Order Contracting

The fundamental reason for poor outcomes is the failure to implement and properly manage robust and integrated LEAN planning, procurement, and project delivery processes. Fundamental Principals and Components of a Lean Integrated Planning, Procurement and Project Delivery Environment.

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The Preconstruction Phase: Understanding the Process & Risks

Levelset

Architects generally refer to preconstruction simply as “design,” and break the process down into five steps: Schematic design Design development Construction documents Bidding/procurement Construction administration. Bidding/procurement. Permit and inspections. Managing financial risk during preconstruction.

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Twists and Turbines — A New York Case Highlights an Owner’s Risk When Not Using Full-Wrap EPC Delivery

Constructlaw

The general contractor defeated the owner’s claims because the designer specified the exact make and model of turbine, and the general contractor procured and installed those exact turbines. Two of the most notable risks are scope gaps, and as demonstrated in this case, liability gaps.

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Construction project management 101 – Checklist

Lets Build

Risk management plan, which identifies possible risks like nonviable time and cost estimates, budget cuts, regulation changes, etc. Procurement. What project procurement method (e.g. Are all project risks identified and are there preparation plans to address them? All work begins in this phase.

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LEAN Job Order Contracting Guide

Job Order Contracting

Early and ongoing involvement between all internal and external participants and stakeholders – technical and facilities management teams, procurement professionals, building users, contractors, subcontractors… Direct involvement, leadership, and management by real property owner, without the use of an intermediary (i.e.

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An Introduction to Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting

JOC reduces unnecessary levels of engineering, design, and contract procurement time along with construction project procurement costs by awarding long- term contracts for a wide variety of renovation, repair and new construction projects. Smaller projects were taking up to 1 year to procure creating a growing backlog of work.

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