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Construction Law Summit in Nashville: How to Claim an Invitation!

Best Practices Construction Law

One of the top expert speakers in the county on the preparation of bids and proposals. Just a few of the speakers include: A former U.S Here is where you come into the equation.

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Provide Notice (and 10 Other Tasks) When Pursuing a Construction Claim

Best Practices Construction Law

When dealing with construction claims—whether one for construction defects, outstanding payment, or delay damages—an initial hurdle is making sure that proper notice has been given. This decision illustrates the importance of following a process when dealing with a claim. Identify issues and establish a roadmap. If not, why not?

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The Importance of "Story" in Proving a Construction Claim

Best Practices Construction Law

Last month, I wrote a post about using daily reports to support a construction claim. J udge Reed's talk focused on the alternative dispute resolution process and, more specifically, " the practical side of developing the contractor’s story in support of a claim." " They "should contain facts.

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Construction Project Management: A new Era of AEC industry

Construction Cost Estimating

Construction Project Management: A new Era of AEC industry. Project management is the process by which a project is brought to a successful conclusion. Some new technologies for Perfect bidding and esti. Construction Cost Estimating Blog. adsense analytic. Wednesday, July 6, 2011. ► February. (8).

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Lean methodology is ignored by the construction sector

Job Order Contracting

Design-Build Contracting Claims: Cumulative Supplement. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 8 (4,), 292-303. Application of lean principles and theory of constraints in project management. Paper presented at the meeting of the Project Management Asia Conference, Kent Ridge Crescent, Singapore.

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An Introduction to Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting

Smaller projects were taking up to 1 year to procure creating a growing backlog of work. 8-22% of project costs were being consumed in design and procurement. Change orders easily increased project costs by 50% or more, and claims and litigation were the norm, versus the exception. OpenJOC Benefits.

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Additional DPW Job Order Contracting Courses

Job Order Contracting

as well as understand the IQC delivery process, competitive bid process, and firm-fixed price requirements. The students will understand the overall process of contract changes, modifications, and claims processes in accordance with the FAR and AFARS. classification, etc. Contractor personnel are not eligible to attend. requirements.

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