Construction Equipment

MAY 11, 2018

This week, the House of Representatives passed the Change Order Transparency for Federal Contractors Act which seeks to provide more information and greater transparency for businesses on federal construction projects.

Change Orders 69

Change Orders Housing Contractors Construction 69

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

Over eighty percent (80%) of construction projects are over-budget, late, or not competed correctly. Fortunately there are proven processes to better manage construction costs, schedules, and quality. The errors and poor processes result in change orders, project delays, and legal disputes. are all defined.

Schedule 163

Schedule Management Procurement Construction 163

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 26, 2023

Is the project suitable for the construction delivery method? From start to finish, bidding and procurement workflows are dependent upon robust process and current, granular local market labor, material, and equipment construction task data. Number of change orders. Are funds available?

Management 218

Management Procurement Forecasting Change Orders 218

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

A credible construction cost estimate is required prior to engaging in procurement. The follow elements are common to a credible construction cost estimate. Credible Cost Estimate Core Elements #1 Objectivity – The information used and those invovled in the creation of the construction cost estimate must be objective.

Estimating 217

Estimating CSI Life Cycle Construction 217

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 8, 2019

Construction Change Order Best Management Practices. Definition of a construction change order: A construction change order is work that is added to or deleted from the originally agreed upon and contracted scope of work which alters the original contract amount and/or completion date.

Change Orders 100

Change Orders Contract Negotiation Management 100

HardHatChat

AUGUST 28, 2018

Budget is always a major consideration for our commercial construction clients, and as a general contractor we devote significant time to the budgeting process. If the client ends up wanting something other than what is in the drawings, it results in a change order. Getting Too Specific on Specifications.

Budgeting 337

Budgeting Budget Commercial Plans 337

Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 23, 2021

Joint ventures are a bit like change orders. They find a friendly competitor to supply labor and equipment for a percentage of the job, hourly fee, or a flat number. Randalism: A Partnership is the only ship designed to sink. However, we understand your preference, so I would like to talk about it in this blog post.

Change Orders 117

Change Orders Accounting Agreement Profitability 117

HardHatChat

MARCH 4, 2019

One of the biggest challenges for commercial construction firms today is the tighter project timelines that have become the norm at every phase of a project – from shorter deadlines for submitting initial bids and budgets, to quicker resolution on addendums and change orders, to compressed schedules for construction and delivery.

Project Management 349

Project Management Commercial Management Construction 349

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

6 reasons your construction projects are not being completed on time and how to avoid them. It’s both frustrating and costly for contractors when a construction project is postponed. There are some reasons, like weather that are beyond your control, but most construction project delays can be avoided. Budget Inaccuracies.

Construction 218

Construction Software Software Estimating 218

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Construction sites these days have no shortage of data: design and BIM data from the planning stages of a project, jobsite data collected by wearables, mobile devices and sensors on equipment/materials, accounting and job progress data from the office, project management data and much more. That, however, is changing.

Construction 226

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 226

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 1, 2019

LEAN Construction Cost Estimating Drives Optimal Performance. Eighty percent (80%) of all construction projects are late, over-budget, or incorrectly completed. Simple Guide to LEAN – Before we even get to improving Scope of Work (SOW) processes, it’s valuable to first understand the basic concepts of LEAN construction.

Estimating 130

Estimating Construction Procurement Change Orders 130

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

EQUIPMENT |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Equipment Management. Equipment and Services Directory. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « A Change (Order) for the Better? Judging Tipis » Some Advice on Change Orders.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Running a successful construction firm is by no means an easy task. Who’s Delivering ERP Solutions for Construction? To answer this question, we’ve partnered with analysts and technology experts, the Business Software Education Center , to explore the top ERP solutions for growing construction firms.

Software 200

Software Software Construction ProCore 200

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2017

Delays can be caused by anything: the client, the crew, equipment malfunctions , weather … the list goes on. Working with integrated construction software can keep everyone on the same page, jobs and duties on time, equipment and worker status visible, and timelines transparent. Thankfully, all of this can be avoided.

Viewpoint 222

Viewpoint Construction Schedule Estimating 222

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Improve Construction Productivity Via Relationship Management has proven to be highly successful. Here are the 4 Steps to Improving Owner/Vendor Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, and New Construction Productivity. The post Improve Construction Productivity Via Relationship Management appeared first on 4BT. Learn more?

Products 100

Products Management Life Cycle Construction 100

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 26, 2021

Many public sector facilities professionals are well aware that actionable project (repair, renovation, new build) estimates should use current, locally researched unit price cost data, complete with labor, material, equipment, and productivity/crew information, in order to achieve reliable cost visibility and transparency.

Change Orders 130

Change Orders Renovating Estimating Contract 130

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 10, 2017

repair, maintenance, construction projects, as well as all participants and stakeholders, to use common terms, definitions, and standardized data architectures. If this were done, there would be far fewer misunderstandings, errors, omissions, change orders, etc. The post LEAN Construction Masterformat appeared first on 4BT.

Construction 100

Construction CSI Change Orders Visualization 100

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2019

Inadequate knowledge of fundamental LEAN construction processes and asset total cost of ownership management principles is commonplace. Traditional project delivery methods, and even design-build, fail to consistently produce the superior outcomes of LEAN construction methods such as Integrated Project Delivery and Job Order Contracting.

Renovating 114

Renovating Construction CSI Change Orders 114

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

EQUIPMENT |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Equipment Management. Equipment and Services Directory. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Some Advice on Change Orders » A Change (Order) for the Better?

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

BD+C

AUGUST 28, 2023

Navigating challenges in construction administration 0 qpurcell Mon, 08/28/2023 - 14:25 Building Team Vessel Architecture's Rebekah Schranck, AIA, shares how the demanding task of construction administration can be challenging, but crucial. Our AIA agreement outlines the appropriate procedures and processes for change orders.

Construction 81

Construction AIA Architecture Contractors 81

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

30%-50% OFF Facilities Repair, Renovation, and Maintenance Costs on an ongoing basis is possible for real property owners who elect to support integrated construction planning, procurement, and project delivery. This can be achieved by implementing LEAN principles with readily available tools and services. via 4bt.us.

Renovating 156

Renovating Procurement Environment Change Orders 156

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 18, 2021

LEAN Job Order Contracting, as represented by the 4BT OpenJOC(TM) Framework, is a programmatic methodology applied to all construction projects and work orders. Associated detailed costs for required labor, material, and equipment to complete the task per the unit of measure, and a total cost for the same.

Contract 130

Contract Change Orders Renovating Project Management 130

Construction Junkie

OCTOBER 21, 2020

This article is part of Construction Junkie’s coverage of Groundbreak 2020 , Procore’s annual technology conference. There’s no doubt that one of the most important aspects of managing a construction project is being able to quickly and easily analyze your financials. Sage will be in attendance in the virtual exhibitor hall.

Sage 145

Sage Management ProCore Construction 145

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 4, 2017

Web-based software has changed the face of the construction industry. Large or small, construction jobs can be made easier with the right support system, especially when it comes to management software. Web-based construction apps enable data sharing and simplified workflows, keeping everyone on the same page at all times.

Software 130

Software Software Construction Project Management 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Construction companies are generating a vast amount of data every second. Whether it's a bid submitted, an issue reported, or a new change order approved, you're likely sitting on a goldmine of information that can be used to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and make better decisions. Take DPR Construction.

Construction 98

Construction Profitability Autodesk Risk 98

Lets Build

JUNE 23, 2023

What do your construction KPIs look like? Your construction KPIs should do more than measure a project’s health—they should show you where profit and productivity are dropping, why they’re dropping, and how to fix the issue. No one wants a project full of change orders and rework.

Profitability 78

Profitability Cash Flow Products Construction 78

HardHatChat

JULY 11, 2013

The summer construction season often brings rising costs. Construction season is upon us, and you know what that means…rising commercial construction costs. The summer always brings more commercial construction activity, more bids, and, as a result, higher pricing. Don’t skimp on architects. Design Build Firms.

Commercial 276

Commercial Construction Bidding Chicago 276

Lets Build

JUNE 23, 2023

What do your construction KPIs look like? Your construction KPIs should do more than measure a project’s health—they should show you where profit and productivity are dropping, why they’re dropping, and how to fix the issue. No one wants a project full of change orders and rework.

Profitability 78

Profitability Cash Flow Products Construction 78

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2012

EQUIPMENT |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Equipment Management. Equipment and Services Directory. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « Connecting in Construction. Or have you done extra work that wasn’t covered by a change order?

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Profitability Software 120

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

The best source of information for “construction” IGEs is a locally researched detailed unit price book. Unfortunately, most Government agencies use “historical information”, “parametric modeling”, or national average cost data and associated construction cost indexes and/or area cost factors.

Estimating 264

Estimating Contract Documentation Office 264

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

EQUIPMENT |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Equipment Management. Equipment and Services Directory. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Good on new and used equipment, including software. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software?

Construction 180

Construction Software Software Accounting 180

Job Order Contracting

MAY 19, 2017

Community-based Construction Cost Estimating … The OpenCost TM Approach. Take advantage of several critical improvements relative to the collection, validation, use, and maintenance of detailed line item unit price cost data to improve construction outcomes. The estimator (owner/contractor/A&E, etc.)

Estimating 100

Estimating Construction Life Cycle CSI 100

Job Order Contracting

MAY 10, 2017

Independent Objective Locally Researched Construction Cost Data is critical to improving communication, productivity, and overall satisfaction. Detailed line item cost data, organized by CSI Masterformat, is the foundation of any project and all associated construction cost management activities. Organized by CSI Masterformat.

CSI 100

CSI Construction Environment Renovating 100

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

EQUIPMENT |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Equipment Management. Equipment and Services Directory. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Construction Software – Is it Time to Buy? » The (Construction) Telephone Game.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Bidding 159

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2022

In construction, last impressions matter. In fact, the process begins as early as the design phase and is carried on throughout construction. In construction, commissioning is the process of evaluating a building to be ready for service. How to Increase Building Performance and Meet LEED Requirements.

Commissioning 84

Commissioning Documentation Autodesk Change Orders 84

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

EQUIPMENT |. Construction Law. Construction Safety. Equipment Management. Equipment and Services Directory. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « Construction Safety – The Wrong Way for a Lifetime. MARKETING |. INSURANCE |.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Equipment 136

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Technology has undeniably improved operational efficiency across the construction industry. However, as construction companies rely on more and more advanced technology solutions that serve various teams and workflows, keeping them coordinated and in-sync can prove difficult.

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Construction Contract Documentation 105