HardHatChat

AUGUST 28, 2018

While we do our best to provide budget estimates that are as accurate as possible, there are inevitably times when projects bids come in higher than the client expected, or that unanticipated costs push the job over-budget. If the client ends up wanting something other than what is in the drawings, it results in a change order.

Budgeting 337

Budgeting Budget Commercial Plans 337

Pro Builder

APRIL 19, 2021

The construction industry has gone through an extensive transformation, and technology has completely changed the concept of how to drive more quality, productivity, and profit into projects. 2) Time & Productivity Management. 3) Estimating. 3) Estimating. 5) Material Planning & Document Management.

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Software Software Contractors Change Orders 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

They ensure everyone is on the same page from the get-go, on topics as diverse as how change orders how the chain of communication will be handled on site. They also try to identify special considerations and forestall potential areas of complication that can lead to change orders.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Documentation Schedule Budgeting 52

Construction Cost Estimating

APRIL 5, 2015

Electrical Estimating Methods (RSMeans) - an exclusive estimating book for electrical estimators & contractors Wayne J. Del Pico has written an exclusive book alias Electrical Estimating Methods (RSMeans) 4th edition. construction estimating construction materials electrical system estimates'

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Estimating Electrical Contractors Bidding 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 24, 2023

This month, we have 20+ product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, BuildingConnected, ProEst, and BIM 360. This keeps the office team aware of project progress and empowers field teams with productivity forecast to adjust or make improvements.

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Autodesk BIM Construction Visualization 111

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

Working with cloud-based, integrated construction software can keep everyone on the same page by providing equipment, materials and worker status visibility, project progress and productivity and timeline transparency — all in real time. Accurate estimating ensures there is always enough money for materials, wages, and more.

Construction 216

Construction Software Software Estimating 216

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

There are existing best management practices, tools, and support services for real property owners with appropriate leadership and competencies to support positive change. Following these best practices leads to major gains in productivity and significant improvement in resource utilization.

Procurement 211

Procurement Plans Construction Renovating 211

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

When these solutions don’t talk to one another, it creates data silos and ultimately hinders productivity. . Fortunately, you can overcome these hurdles by using ACC Connect to sync drawings, field reports, and documents in the cloud. Being disorganized with your paperwork can lead to missing documents and mistakes.

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Autodesk Construction Contract Documentation 105

Cassell Construction Estimating

APRIL 20, 2015

Work Products and Documents. Work Products and Documents is an extremely useful and highly underutilized feature in Primavera P6. The work products and documents functionality provides a detailed list of references associated with the project. NOTE: This is NOT a document management system.

Documentation 100

Documentation Products Change Orders Consulting 100

Carol Hagen

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

Construction companies are bombarded by documents daily and making those documents electronic will reduce paper right? If your construction accounting system doesn’t have at minimum a drag n drop feature for documents and emails, it’s time to look for an integrated, comprehensive replacement solution. Not so fast.

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Mobility Office Documentation Construction 204

Carol Hagen

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

Everyday PDFs are instrumental in the construction conversation to show mark ups on Microsoft Office documents, interactively draw on tablet PCs and then share these PDFs on Servers. ” Estimators will also love Bluebeam Revu. It then sets a pointer to the document in the ECM where the original document resided.

Industrial 142

Industrial Documentation CAD Estimating 142

Building Information Management

OCTOBER 26, 2015

The Need for Credible Construction Cost Estimates. Education, key performance indicators, common terms and definitions, LEAN collaborative construction delivery methods and supporting technology can to be leveraged to enable significant productivity and quality improvement. Basic Characteristics of Credible Cost Estimates.

Estimating 40

Estimating Management CSI Life Cycle 40

Construction Cost Estimating

JUNE 16, 2010

We provide model based Project Estimating service from schematic narratives through final construction documents including Construction Estimating & Scheduling for Architects at the concept stage to measure, count, and price best materials & building objects such as walls, doors, and windows, automatically or manually.

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Estimating Architecture Cash Flow Life Cycle 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 19, 2022

This month, we have nearly 40 product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, BuildingConnected, BIM 360, and ProEst. . Autodesk Docs feature (available across all unified products) . Estimating | Bid Day Enhancements [coming soon].

Autodesk 105

Autodesk BIM Construction Mobility 105

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Job Order Contracting done right, that’s what the OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contracting Framework is all about. An open, objective, independent and verifiable JOC Cost Estimating, Project Management, and Document Management System for real property owners, architects, contractors, facilities management, and oversight groups.

Contract 100

Contract Life Cycle Renovating Management 100

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Product Spotlight. Some Advice on Change Orders » A Change (Order) for the Better? When clients ask me about change orders, I’m reminded of a well-circulated photo. The yacht is named “Change Order.” Yes, change orders are nearly inevitable.

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Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Building Information Management

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

Best practice construction cost estimating and project management are critical to improving productivity, assuring transparency, and mitigating waste. Can your COs and construction cost estimators easily create IGE’s (Independent Government Estimates) and automatically compare them to construction contractor estimates?

Renovating 40

Renovating Products Estimating Construction 40

Construction Junkie

OCTOBER 21, 2020

There are a ton of moving parts on each project, from the estimate, to ordering materials and equipment, to billing, and having that information where and when you need it can make all the difference.

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Sage Management ProCore Construction 145

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

As teams get larger and construction projects become more complex, proper document management needs to be an integral part of your workflow. Poor document management is detrimental to a project and can lead to delays, budget overruns , and rework. trillion in 2020. billion in rework alone annually.

Documentation 98

Documentation Management Construction Change Orders 98

Construction Cost Estimating

OCTOBER 31, 2013

The tool consists of standard material and cost estimator as well as a complete set of tools to go with workflow and inspection practices for field application. The one of the most important features of Asphalt Pro app is the Balanced Production Tool. The application also contains project documentation capabilities.

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Software Software Mobility Contractors 45

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2012

Product Spotlight. Meet with them before every project to discuss not only the contractual provisions for scope of work and change orders, but also what you bid and why. Owners need your help to meet their goals, and they may be more amenable to approving change orders while you’re still on the job. Ask the Expert.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Profitability Software 120

Building Information Management

MAY 3, 2012

While accurate, timely, and transparent cost estimating is critical to the success of any renovation, repair, sustainability, or new construction project, most construction cost estimators (over 55%) continue to rely primarily upon manual methods, hard copy documents, or electronic spreadsheets such as Microsoft Excel.

Estimating 40

Estimating Software Software Construction 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 3, 2021

However, with construction budgets being scrutinized more so than ever and overall industry productivity remaining a constant concern, construction professionals can’t really afford to accept the new normal. Inaccurate Project Estimates. Estimating the project accurately can even be started in the RFP process.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Budget Construction Software 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

This month, we have more than 25 product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products, including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, and Assemble. This is managed by admins within the change order tab in settings.

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Products Change Orders BIM 105

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

Product Spotlight. The New Estimating Tool – Superintendents » So You Want to Buy New Construction Software. Integrated Document Management. To help you manage your paper, look for systems with document imaging and management that go beyond “scan and store” capabilities. Equipment Management. Resource Center.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Chianelli Estimating

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

All the painstaking details; drawing upon drawing, revision after revision as the project documents are developed. Better yet, the committee believed the estimated cost from the accounting department would be met.The final design is complete and is now ready to go out to bid. . Chianelli Estimating is designed to do just that.

Bidding 100

Bidding Estimating Budgeting Budget 100

Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

Review the contract terms. As you develop the claim, the contract documents are the first set of documents that you should review. and determine whether that productivity was realistic; identify anticipated equipment and expected time to be on project; and identify planned staffing (tasks and durations). If not, why not?

Claims 48

Claims Change Orders Legal Schedule 48

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 20, 2020

Work scope is developed and communicated is more detail and more effectively, resulting in the avoidance of traditionally prevalent delays, change orders, and associated skyrocketing costs. The approach invests more resources earlier in the Project life-cycle.

Contract 132

Contract Life Cycle Environment Renovating 132

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

Review the contract terms. As you develop the claim, the contract documents are the first set of documents that you shoudl review. and determine whether that productivity was realistic; identify anticipated equipment and expected time to be on project; and identify planned staffing (tasks and durations). If not, why not?

Compensation 54

Compensation Claims Change Orders Legal 54

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 14, 2022

I started as an estimating intern here at Donohoe. Managing submittals and RFIs are important, and maybe more critical is managing the finances and change orders. Someone from Autodesk’s Cost product team came to each of our weekly calls and answered key questions. The scope of work varies a lot. .

Project Management 97

Project Management Management Autodesk ProCore 97

Construction Cost Estimating

APRIL 13, 2011

Construction Cost Estimating Blog. These technologies help contractors to create the cost estimates required to bid on projects in other regions more effectively. Contractors can manage and track plans, order prints, arrange for deliver, and compile a historical record of plans and specs. adsense analytic.

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Estimating Contractors Bidding Software 40

Fieldwire

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

From turning cost estimates into a schedule of values (SOV), planning and forecasting of labor and aligning with the contract schedule, to maintaining detailed recordkeeping for field teams—it’s a process that can be labor-intensive, time-consuming and frustrating.

Electrical 52

Electrical Contractors Schedule Plans 52

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

Product Spotlight. Being the Best » The New Estimating Tool – Superintendents. Gregg is a consultant with FMI and specializes in the areas of productivity and project management. Estimating departments have added a new tool to their repertoire – superintendent and foremen input. change orders.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 19, 2022

The introduction of BIM, cloud based takeoff tools, AI, and bidding platforms have all shaken up the way estimating and preconstruction management operates. . To learn more about Spot and how it could change construction, watch the presentation here. Reduced Risk & Improved Productivity on CAHSR using BUILD and Takeoff.

Autodesk 52

Autodesk Construction Estimating Boston 52

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 1, 2011

Product Spotlight. One problem that even the most savvy contractors deal with is profit fade, when a job continues to incur additional costs that are not factored into the estimate. Learn how better change order management and forecasting can help prevent profit fade. change orders. document management.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Leading Federal/County/State and Federal Government, Education, Transportation, Utilities, and Healthcare institutions leverage Job Order Contracting (JOC) to complete over 90% of their numerous renovation, repair, sustainability and minor new construction projects on-time and on-budget… and to the satisfaction of all participants!

Contract 40

Contract Estimating CSI Software 40

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Leading Federal/County/State and Federal Government, Education, Transportation, Utilities, and Healthcare institutions leverage Job Order Contracting (JOC) to complete over 90% of their numerous renovation, repair, sustainability and minor new construction projects on-time and on-budget… and to the satisfaction of all participants!

Contract 40

Contract Estimating CSI Software 40