Stok

JUNE 27, 2018

That foundation is a detailed schedule and budget, created and owned by the Project Manager, with input from consultants and contractors, and approved by the Client. To start, here are key considerations to take when creating the Master Schedule, prioritized by stok’s Project Managers : 1. This consideration is too often overlooked.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 4, 2023

With the software, you can automate labour and material costs, standardise bids, and get accurate estimations based on previous costs and bids. This includes blueprints, legal contracts, building codes, budget documents, proposals, bids, etc. Poor budgets can lead to delays or even incomplete projects.

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Software Software Construction Budgeting 78

Lets Build

AUGUST 4, 2023

With the software, you can automate labour and material costs, standardise bids, and get accurate estimations based on previous costs and bids. This includes blueprints, legal contracts, building codes, budget documents, proposals, bids, etc. Poor budgets can lead to delays or even incomplete projects.

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Software Software Construction Budgeting 78

Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

Generally, you have to make sure that you comply with the contract or insurance provisions by: (1) giving written notice of the claim; (2) to the correct party; (3) within the time required; and (4) identifying the event giving rise to the claim. Also, you will want to identify any contract interpretation issues. If not, why not?

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Claims Change Orders Legal Schedule 48

Construction Marketing Ideas

FEBRUARY 22, 2015

Craig Martin’s Construction Contract Advisor won the 2014 competition. Craig Martin’s Construction Contract Advisor blog won the 2014 Best Construction Blog competition , and its quality continues to make it a contender in 2015. Contracts and owners are not all alike. Some are fairer than others.

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Contract Construction Claims Legal 48

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

This is a chance for everyone to get to know key stakeholders, breaking down siloes between procurement and legal, scheduling and management, and so forth. Contract review Review all contracts, plans, and legal documents with all stakeholders. If any concerns come up, this a chance to address them.

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Change Orders Documentation Schedule Budgeting 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

A feature enhancement to Compliance, requirement expiration dates can now be displayed in a column in the Contract and Cost Payment Application overview tables. Schedule | Make Schedule Suggestions in iOS [coming soon]. Now simplify and expedite legal and compliance approvals with the Checklist Signature API.

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Autodesk BIM Construction Schedule 98

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

My mentor and good friend, Cordell Parvin , has over the years shared with me some great best practices for contractors—whether talking about bid protests, accidents on the jobsite, or filing a claim. Review the contract terms. As you develop the claim, the contract documents are the first set of documents that you shoudl review.

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Compensation Claims Change Orders Legal 54

Fieldwire

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Even with numerous challenges, specialty contracting can be profitable. Legal experts often cite communication problems as the root cause of many construction disputes. Consistent Contracting Practices. Profitable firms follow consistent contracting practices from start to finish. In-Demand Expertise. Clear Communication.

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Profitability Contractors Management Contract 98

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 27, 2019

LEAN Processes Embed Transparent Costs and Project Cost Management Project cost management and efficient project delivery are core capabilities enabled by the OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contracting (JOC) Solution. Schedule, performance, scope, value, and resources are controllable using detailed line item estimating as a baseline.

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Renovating Estimating Construction Budgeting 100

Building Information Management

AUGUST 11, 2015

As a result, more facilities and government agencies are turning to job order contracting (JOC) to support their construction, renovation and repair efforts. The contractor offers a price coefficient for the work and materials, establishing its competitiveness up front—without knowing quantities, schedules or timing. Budget control.

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Contract Procurement Change Orders Budgeting 40

Building Information Management

AUGUST 11, 2015

As a result, more facilities and government agencies are turning to job order contracting (JOC) to support their construction, renovation and repair efforts. The contractor offers a price coefficient for the work and materials, establishing its competitiveness up front—without knowing quantities, schedules or timing. Budget control.

Contract 40

Contract Procurement Change Orders Budgeting 40

Constructlaw

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Not only did these projects proceed, but some public agencies took advantage of the lack of commuters and quiet streets to add work to existing contracts. We have seen contracts terminated or suspended, work deleted and future tenders put on hold. These additional costs and productivity impacts have to be built into future bids.

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Industrial Union Contract Claims 52

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2012

Know the Contract and Budget. Before work begins, understand fully what you’ve contracted to do by carefully reviewing the contract at hand. Legal language is often unclear, resulting in differences in interpretations that can disrupt and delay projects, increasing costs. Stay on Top of Changes. Make Valid Assumptions.

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Change Orders Construction Profitability Software 120

Construction Cost Estimating

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

Build It Live : It is (SaaS) construction project management software program useful for owners, architects, engineers, general contractors, vendors, laborers, who are associated with the project, to get all the updated information concerning the latest drawings, schedules, and changes online on the cloud.

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Project Management Management Construction Estimating 45

Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

In the world of construction contracting, both can get in you in trouble, including a termination for default of performance. 59622 (2017) involved a construction contract to upgrade an HVAC system at a facility in New Hampshire. Following award of the contract to the successful bidder, immediate concerns arose regarding the design.

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Contract New Hampshire Contractors Claims 67

Stok

JULY 29, 2018

The foundation for any successful project is a detailed schedule and budget. stok’s Project Managers first shared tips for creating an accurate Master Schedule. Check the architect’s contract to see if costs for presentation material are an added fee. After the GC contract is signed, the contingency can be reduced to 5%.

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Budgeting Budget Foundation Leases 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Oftentimes, overruns hint at deeper issues in project management and from schedules and budgets being set improperly from the very beginning of the project. Due to the competitive nature of the bidding process , estimates may suffer from wrongful expectations of the scope of work included in the project. Inaccurate Project Estimates.

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Budgeting Budget Construction Software 52

Chianelli Estimating

AUGUST 6, 2020

Most likely none of the cost factors now required will have been budgeted for on previously awarded contracts and the list is formable; controlled access to sites, material delivery disruptions, temperature checks, two week quarantine, reduced labor force – both in the field and in the office, material shortages. Legal expense.

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Estimating Residential Insurance Commercial 60

Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

Companies involved in federal-aid highway, airport, and other transit construction contracts will have more than visions of sugar plums on December 24, 2012, when comments are due on proposed Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) regulations. Remedies for the breach include termination of the contract and imposition of liquidated damages.

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DOT Bidding Transportation Contract 48

Construction Cost Estimating

APRIL 28, 2014

A project that is scheduled for completion using a forty hour work week will have a modest amount of overtime costs needed in the estimate. A project that is scheduled for extended 50, 60 or 70 hour work weeks will have a substantial amount included for overtime and loss of productivity. It is significant to consider the bonding costs.

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Estimating Equipment Bidding Profitability 45

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 5, 2017

Things Contractors Should Know About Job Order Contracts. As a construction contractor considering a Job Order Contract (JOC), it is critical to be aware that all JOCs are not the same. Here are a just a few things contractors should know about job order contracts. Will you earn a reasonable profit? Army and U.S.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 15, 2016

A contractor generally bids a scope of work based upon certain assumptions regarding labor costs and labor productivity. The parties contract generally will address where he contractor is entitled to additional time for “unusually severe weather” and the type of proof that may be required for submitting a claim.

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Products Compensation Claims Schedule 48

PSMJ Resources

APRIL 22, 2013

Review the contract in person with the client. Carefully review all aspects of the contract including phasing, process, schedule, and expected deliverables. Include a stamp-only provision in the contract. Payment of all outstanding invoices is due and payable before documents are released for bidding and construction. •

Contract 40

Contract Schedule Banking Legal 40

Building Information Management

JULY 30, 2015

Gradually, this situation is beginning to change as collaborative, transparent, and productive construction delivery methods, notably Job Order Contracting, JOC, are being implemented. Job Order Contracting Process. Job order contract has several distinct characteristics as listed below. Job Order Contracting Benefits.

Renovating 40

Renovating Sustainability Contract Estimating 40

Building Information Management

JULY 30, 2015

Gradually, this situation is beginning to change as collaborative , transparent , and productive construction delivery methods, notably Job Order Contracting, JOC, are being implemented. Job Order Contracting Process. Job order contract has several distinct characteristics as listed below. Job Order Contracting Benefits.

Renovating 40

Renovating Sustainability Contract Construction 40

Construction Cost Estimating

MARCH 25, 2014

A specification (often abbreviated as spec) can be termed as a type of a technical standard to be referenced by a contract or procurement document. It contains the necessary details concerning the specific requirements to be persuaded by a material, product, or service.

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CSI Construction Life Cycle Documentation 45

Construction Cost Estimating

MARCH 11, 2014

A specification (often abbreviated as spec) can be termed as a type of a technical standard to be referenced by a contract or procurement document. It contains the necessary details concerning the specific requirements to be persuaded by a material, product, or service.

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CSI Construction Estimating Life Cycle 45

Construction Marketing Ideas

FEBRUARY 21, 2016

While he admits in it to not being able to maintain his regular posting schedule, his reasoning might surprise you. At best you are in triage mode and should be looking, from a financial, if not a legal, perspective at trying to limit the damage and move forward. One of his recent postings explains why. These points are well taken.

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Virginia Construction Drafting Legal 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 20, 2014

General Liability and Auto/rental equipment insurance can help protect you and your company against claims for personal injury and property damage, and may provide you with legal defense of those claims. Contracts - We recommend seeking the advice of a qualified construction attorney to put together a contract that fits your specific needs.

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Insurance Construction Accounting Claims 48

ENR Construction

JULY 30, 2012

Survey Schedule. But in addition to completing work on budget and ahead of schedule, the London Olympics construction program had no fatalities. The Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) awarded 1,300 direct contracts, according to Gibb, and it estimates that 75,000 companies were involved in the work. Safety & Health.

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Construction Baltimore Safety FAQ 76

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

We recommend registering for AU 2021 to receive this year’s official schedule as soon as it’s released. You’ll hear from Lauren Collier at the SSOE Group as she shares: How collecting and using data through the lifecycle of a project can help teams stay on schedule and maintain costs. Jump to classes by process/topic.

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Autodesk Construction BIM Modeling 52

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 15, 2012

General Liability and Auto/rental equipment insurance can help protect you and your company against claims for personal injury and property damage, and may provide you with legal defense of those claims. Contracts - We recommend seeking the advice of a qualified construction attorney to put together a contract that fits your specific needs.

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Contractors Insurance Claims Lien 48

ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

Survey Schedule. The increased competition has narrowed already slim bidding margins, forcing contractors to eke out a financial edge wherever possible. Amid PPP Slowdown, India Turns To Cash Contracts. Safety & Health. Banking & Credit Crisis. --> Companies. Project Delivery. Ethics & Corruption. Economic Stimulus. -->.

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Equipment Contractors Las Vegas FAQ 75

ENR Construction

JULY 30, 2012

Survey Schedule. Amid PPP Slowdown, India Turns To Cash Contracts. Information is provided on construction projects in following stages in each issue of ENR: Planning , Contracts/Bids/Proposals and Bid/Proposal Dates. Safety & Health. Banking & Credit Crisis. --> Companies. Project Delivery. Associations.

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Products Inspections FAQ Bidding 44

Building Information Management

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Discrepancies in construction delivery methods and contracts lead to the failure of BIM, or many/most facility renovation, repair projects. Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), Job Order Contracting (JOC), and similar collaborative construction delivery methods can be seen in the top right quadrant. Life-cycle Management 101.

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BIM Environment Management Life Cycle 40

ENR Construction

AUGUST 13, 2012

Survey Schedule. Bids/Contracts/Proposals. million firm-fixed-price contract to K&S Associates Inc. Bid/Proposal Dates. Minnesota 8/29 Saint Cloud State University is seeking bids from construction management-at-risk firms to renovate Shoemaker Hall, a dorm. Safety & Health. Project Delivery.

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San Diego Bidding Arizona Plans 43