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How to Do a Takeoff in Construction: A Step-by-Step Guide   

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At both general contracting and subcontracting firms, construction takeoffs are typically done by estimators to determine the material, labor, and equipment costs to generate an accurate and competitive bid. . They also draw from their experiences from previous successfully completed projects to identify savings. Save Time .

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“Innovation is purposeful”: How Skanska’s Sr. Precon Technologist Drives Change

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On September 27-28, Edwin will join like-minded peers and innovators at Autodesk University 2022 in New Orleans. He will share how Skanska is driving collaboration in his session, Autodesk Model Coordination for Design and Construction Streamlines Process. Can you tell us about what you will be presenting at Autodesk University?

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One Source of Truth Enabling Better Collaboration and Quality for POB in Norway

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Many different solutions were researched but after a great presentation and excellent follow-up from Symetri AS, Autodesk Construction Cloud’s BIM 360 platform was chosen as the most suitable solution to meet the needs of POB. . To get started, POB implemented BIM 360 with one department, the subcontracting concrete team.

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Digital Builder Podcast Ep 22: How Specialty Contractors Can Navigate Contracts & Get Paid On Time

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Karalynn also brought up the tendency of the industry to pass liability down the chain when drawing up contracts. She recalls her experience speaking with a fellow attorney who had to go through a 129-page subcontract that could have been cut down to ten pages. “It’s ” —Karalynn Cromeens, The Cromeens Law Firm.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Matthew Keck, BIM Manager at Metromont 

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Here in Greenville, we subcontract the erection, but we oversee it. Additionally, since we acquired Autodesk Build in December, My job is to enable that, or support the enablement of that, and of course, champion that cause. At that time, I was recruited by an Autodesk reseller, and I worked for them for almost three years.

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40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2023

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That’s why at Autodesk, we continuously put the spotlight on individuals who embody these characteristics. More than just a list of people, Autodesk's 40 Under 40 initiative celebrates some of the brightest pros in our industry. Innovation and leadership are the driving forces behind construction success. billion EUR turnover.

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Construction RFI: A Comprehensive Guide [And Template] 

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An RFI is commonly used to clarify design drawings, standards, specifications, and contracts. The American Council of Engineering Companies of Kansas explains that “In most Construction Documents, it is inevitable that the agreement, drawings and specifications will not adequately address every single matter.” Specifications.