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. These documents are divided into two distinct areas, work products, and documents.

Documentation 100

Documentation Products Change Orders Consulting 100

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2022

Much like shipbuilding, the process involves a series of documenting, scheduling, and testing processes. According to Whole Building Design Guide, “Buildings that are properly commissioned typically have fewer change orders , tend to be more energy-efficient, and have lower operation and maintenance cost.”

Commissioning 84

Commissioning Documentation Autodesk Change Orders 84

Construction Business Owner

JULY 12, 2012

Project Document Management : Your Communication Strategy. Because some very specific documents are created and used throughout the life of a typical construction project, these documents can serve as the center of your communications strategy. Document availability. Document relevance. Document Tracking.

Construction 137

Construction Documentation Software Software 137

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 6, 2018

In either case, the data is secure and encrypted, ensuring that those without the proper authority or permissions cannot access the software. Accuracy, especially with the data used to generate WIP reports, true job costing projections, change order status and the like, is key to projects’ ultimate success.

Project Management 150

Project Management Management Software Software 150

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

« A Change (Order) for the Better? Judging Tipis » Some Advice on Change Orders. I was talking with John Chaney this week, and he mentioned that he was going to blog about how change orders affect construction management. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Construction Dive

APRIL 9, 2014

By Bruce Jervis Architectural and engineering service agreements commonly call for the design professional to deliver design documents that comply with all applicable building codes. ” At the insistence of code enforcement, the public project owner was forced to make a change in the construction contract. .”

Design 52

Design Change Orders Agreement Claims 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

In reality, it’s often a monster document packed full of legalese that can be difficult to understand. The difference between secured and unsecured debts. Best practices for handling change orders. It doesn’t have to be this monster document that you just have to hold your nose and sign, then hope for the best.”.

Contract 52

Contract Contractors Negotiation Subcontracting 52

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

A Job Order Contract Execution Guide is a required element for any successful, best management practice JOC Program. The following template is provide for sample purposes only and should not be used a legally bidding document without through review and modification by appropriate Owner legal counsel. the time of award. Small Tools.

Contract 100

Contract Organization Change Orders Overhead 100

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

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.” Discussion about change order difficulties tends to be one of two types.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Fortunately, you can overcome these hurdles by using ACC Connect to sync drawings, field reports, and documents in the cloud. And since the information stays in sync, teams know that they can get the documents and information they need in the application they use most. . 2: Project Management. 4: Performance Tracking.

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Construction Contract Documentation 105

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

If a change request is submitted for example, a project manger gets an alert on his dashboard, and from his mobile device can approve and create a change order. Effectively managing them , their timelines and schedules, compliance documentation, collaboration with other contractors and more is vital to a project’s success.

Construction 218

Construction Software Software Estimating 218

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 31, 2021

Furthermore, a programmatic environment, complete with associated phases, workflows, and documentation, is common across all participants, projects, and/or work orders. Communication of technical details and financial visibility and transparency are greatly improved the use of locally research detailed unit price book. Contact Us.

Construction 153

Construction Procurement Contract Budgeting 153

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

Rather than looking in the review mirror after a job is complete and realizing you’re over budget, make sure you have the ability to import estimates, manage change orders, report on committed costs, and allow your employees in the field remote access. Integrated Document Management. change orders. Green Building.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

So it’s no surprise that whenever I talk to companies about how they store their data, the number one concern I hear is in regards to security. According to Eric, most of his clients have “far humbler” security checkpoints than what a data center can offer. Today’s Cloud Security. General Management. Software & Technology.

Security 120

Security Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Consider these three vital areas: Construction Project Documents: How do you move documents through your organization? When documents are created or modified, are the appropriate people notified? There are a number of software packages out there that allow document sharing. change orders. General Management.

Construction 136

Construction Documentation Software Software 136

Construction Business Owner

JULY 26, 2012

Look for software that does a better job providing applications based on the workflow of a project from cradle to grave, and that provides web-based anywhere-any time visibility into job progress, profitability, change management, and more for everyone who involved in the success of a job. Next Generation of Document Management.

Software 137

Software Software Construction Documentation 137

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2012

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. change orders. Add new tag.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Profitability Software 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

Document Management. With the current levels of detail required by industry standards, code compliance and also by the different disciplines, the number of documents required for a project is huge. Keeping track of what’s current in that huge set of documents and making sure others on your team are using current documents are critical.

Bidding 150

Bidding Construction Documentation Software 150

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

Keeping documents as electronic files reduces paper waste and clutter in your office because you can get rid of the filing cabinets. Electronic filing also gives you the ability to search with simple keyword terms, so you can find documents faster. Archiving documents. change orders. document management.

Construction 137

Construction Software Software Accounting 137

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 5, 2019

Streamlines post-bidding award, security clearances, etc. Full bid documents are required for each project to ensure prequalified contractors are bidding appropriately. Individual projects are scoped and proposed based on unit prices, which converts to a lump- sum delivery order before proceeding. MATOC/MACC Disadvantages.

Contract 100

Contract Construction Bidding Subcontracting 100

Construction Business Owner

MAY 29, 2012

Many contractors haven’t taken advantage of digital document solutions, and the ones that have are still dealing with high volumes of data. change orders. document management. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

Turn Construction Data into Business Answers » Data Security in the Cloud. People I’ve talked to say it’s because they’re unsure of the security surrounding their business data. Security is whatever the local IT department decides is adequate. Security in these environments is very tight. General Management.

Construction 120

Construction Cash Flow Security Software 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 26, 2012

Venture tools are built to give contractors visibility and control over three key areas of construction operations: Documentation. Document Management. It’s no secret that documents play a vital role in the construction process from beginning to end. change orders. document management. General Management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Documentation 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 3, 2021

A solid planning phase before groundbreaking ensures that you will have a better process of documentation, less confusion between administrators, and a solid project schedule, all helping to reduce future expenses. Not Planning for Change Orders. Serious Project Design Errors.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Budget Construction Software 52

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

I know from my days as a general contractor that plans and specifications are altered continuously as subcontractors become involved, materials are changed, and change orders are issued. change orders. document management. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law.

Construction 160

Construction Software Software Bidding 160

Construction Business Owner

MAY 17, 2012

Silos: Great for Grain, Not so Great for Business » Choosing a Cloud Host: Data Security. One key issue to consider is data security. Onsite Hosting and Security. However, is your data really more secure at your business? change orders. document management. General Management. Construction Law.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Security 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

So, I took some photos, wrote an RFI attached the photos to the document and sent it to the architect noting its urgent status. Do you have a process for organizing, storing and attaching all supporting documentation for an issue? Some, if not most issues revolve around document management and project team communication.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Documentation 120

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 14, 2012

Geographically secure data backup. And last, but not least…Security. Security may be your number one concern when choosing your hosting solution. Previously I discussed the relative security of cloud computing solutions. Previously I discussed the relative security of cloud computing solutions. change orders.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Security 120

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 1, 2011

Learn how better change order management and forecasting can help prevent profit fade. change orders. document management. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations. Sales/Marketing. Add new tag.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

Sometimes, as you know, project documents can devote an entire plan sheet or spec section to a list of abbreviations and acronyms. A lot of this communication revolves around the project documentation. change orders. document management. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Add new tag.

Construction 137

Construction Software Software Accounting 137

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 8, 2017

Fundamental willingness and ability of the Delivery Team members, Owner, Owner’s Representative and the Owner’s JOC Consultants to make and secure reliable statements and commitments as the basis for planning and executing the Project. Were all punch list items and corrective work orders completed in a timely manner?

Management 100

Management Construction Schedule Life Cycle 100

Chianelli Estimating

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

All the painstaking details; drawing upon drawing, revision after revision as the project documents are developed. The contractor had secured the project and the owner would realized a huge savings on the cost of the project estimate established. The project design begins and takes months or maybe longer to complete.

Bidding 100

Bidding Estimating Budgeting Budget 100

Construction Business Owner

MAY 24, 2012

« Choosing a Cloud Host: Data Security. But the point at which the office meets the field – where job progress is tracked, profitability is calculated, invoices and change orders are processed – this is the point where bad (or no) communications between the field and the office results in diminished performance and profits.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Iowa 120

Construction Business Owner

MAY 31, 2011

Finally, the programmers that do the actual coding will receive the final specifications document. They will study the document and then meet with the analyst to thoroughly review all aspects of the specifications. change orders. document management. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance.

Construction 150

Construction Software Software Accounting 150

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 20, 2011

change orders. document management. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations. Sales/Marketing. Equipment Management. Resource Center. Equipment and Services Directory. Ask the Expert. Hardhat Connect.

Software 120

Software Software Construction Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 30, 2011

We are officially in fall, so grab some hot chocolate and let’s discuss why, despite available document imaging technology, people still use paper. People want to have access at any given time to all of their documents. We have to put a premium on easy in order to succeed. change orders. document management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software iPad 120