Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

Fortunately there are proven processes to better manage construction costs, schedules, and quality. The fundamental reason for poor outcomes is the failure to implement and properly manage robust and integrated LEAN planning, procurement, and project delivery processes. Better Manage Construction Costs.

Schedule 163

Schedule Management Procurement Construction 163

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Efficient management of the built environment is critical to the environment, economy, and our overall well being. Repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build activities however have been notoriously ill managed. Require a Common Data Environment (CDE) with foundational current locally researched granular cost data.

Procurement 213

Procurement Construction Environment Renovating 213

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Public Sector Facilities Management Professionals – NOW IS THE TIME FOR CHANGE. The historically high levels of economic and environment waste associated with public sectors buildings and other forms of physical infrastructure are simply not sustainable. These solutions require mastering change and associated leadership.

Management 130

Management Renovating Change Orders Infrastructure 130

Job Order Contracting

MAY 24, 2023

Decades of professional experience in construction cost estimating, knowledge of actual construction process, means, and methods, and business environment acumen lead to becoming a valued construction cost estimating professional. . #2 Construction cost estimating is NOT an art.

Estimating 218

Estimating Construction Defense Change Orders 218

Job Order Contracting

JULY 31, 2023

Responsiveness of the contractor in terms of requests for site visits, requests for proposals, participation ins proposal evaluation, mobilization, daily site management, completion of required forms, and handover of required information post construction. Ability to create and maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Contractors 130

Contractors Life Cycle Mobility Change Orders 130

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 20, 2022

An objective, introspective look at your organization will more than likely result in a clear need for fundamental change and change management. A robust programmatic process applied to all projects by internal and external teams resolves the following issues endemic to traditional facilities management organizations.

Renovating 222

Renovating Procurement CSI Organization 222

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

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Improve Construction Productivity Via Relationship Management has proven to be highly successful. Consider total cost of the project/program, including change orders, potential for legal disputes, and especially prior performance on similar projects. Costs should be locally researched. Learn more? contact-form].

Products 100

Products Management Life Cycle Construction 100

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 29, 2017

Facilities Management Key Performance Indicators(KPIs) provide objective analysis of select aspects of the built environment. The following terms, definitions and KPI’s are relevant to life-cycle management of the built environment and may be useful to your organization. Number/percentage of change orders.

Management 100

Management Change Orders Estimating Life Cycle 100

Construction Junkie

OCTOBER 21, 2020

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. Financials can be sorted, viewed, and filtered by project type, cost code, project manager, labor & material, and self-performed work vs. subcontracted work, among many other options.

Sage 145

Sage Management ProCore Construction 145

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 10, 2022

Project managers have always taken critical roles on construction projects. Over my career, I’ve worked as a project engineer, BIM coordinator, and MEP manager. Yet, undoubtedly the role of construction project managers is evolving. Yet, undoubtedly the role of construction project managers is evolving.

Project Management 98

Project Management Management Construction Change Orders 98

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 29, 2022

. #4 Common data environment (example: Locally researched granular construction cost data, organized by CSI Masterformat). Change management requires owner leadership and commitment. Common data environment (CDE). Common Data Environment. Owner Leadership and Commitment. contact-form] via Four BT, LLC – www.4bt.us.

Renovating 197

Renovating Construction Environment Procurement 197

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

So what’s the key to managing increased stakeholder involvement and logistical challenges? It starts with efficient project management processes. With this in mind, let's shed light on best practices and tools that can help you keep all the balls in the air as well as level up your project management game in 2024 and beyond.

Project Management 80

Project Management Management Autodesk Schedule 80

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Owners can create an environment in which lead times and overall project delivery time are shorter, productivity is increase, and changed orders are virtually eliminated. What is required are fundamental changes in Principles, Processes, and Systems. via 4bt.us.

Renovating 156

Renovating Procurement Environment Change Orders 156

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 13, 2021

You get a user friendly JOC environment that embeds LEAN principles, for a fraction of the the cost of alternative “solutions” Address variation, the primary cause of poor performance – While each project of work order has is own unique attributes, the common myth is that construction is complex and difficult to manage.

Contract 162

Contract Environment Change Orders Documentation 162

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 8, 2021

This can only be accomplished on an organization-wide basis by integrating People, Process, Information, and Technology using a common data environment (locally researched detailed unit line-item cost data, organized by CSI Masterformat), owner leadership and support, and leverage of core LEAN principles. Inappropriate project delivery team.

Innovation 202

Innovation Procurement Construction Budgeting 202

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 30, 2021

Ensure robust nontechnical risk management by developing long-term relationships with well defined roles, responsibilities, workflows, information requirements, and deliverables. Individual projects WILL NOT consistently achieve bst value outcomes unless they are conducted within an overall programmatic environment!

Budgeting 178

Budgeting Budget Renovating Procurement 178

Fieldwire

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Developing the easiest-to-use construction management software has always been Fieldwire’s mission. We are excited to introduce our new project management module on Fieldwire. Our mission is to provide a user-friendly jobsite management software that makes the construction industry more productive and more efficient. Learn more.

Management 52

Management Project Management Construction Software 52

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Integrating People, Process, Information, and Technology isn’t a simple task, but one that is required in order to drive efficient facilities management outcomes. Maintain a common data environment (CDE), including current, locally researched detailed unit price construction cost data. Contact Us. Captcha.

Renovating 130

Renovating Procurement CA Change Orders 130

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 20, 2020

Public and private sector real property owners and facilities management professionals can leverage LEAN JOC to achieve more efficient use of existing capital resources in a full transparent and compliant planning and operating environment. Asset Life-cycle Total-cost-of-ownership (TCO) Management www.4BT.us. A PROGRAM STRATEGY.

Contract 132

Contract Life Cycle Environment Renovating 132

Job Order Contracting

MAY 28, 2022

Change Management. A common data environment (CDE) including a granular, locally researched unit price book. Significantly improved use of financial resources – fewer change orders and virtual elimination of legal disputes. Lack of owner leadership and competency, and.

Contract 218

Contract Procurement Renovating Change Orders 218

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 15, 2020

For most public sector real property managers, and facilities management teams, JOC Program goals include the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, and new construction projects on-time and on-budget, in full compliance with applicable regulations.

Procurement 149

Procurement Change Orders Renovating Innovation 149

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Early and ongoing collaboration between contractors, designers and owners…procurement, facilities management, building users… drives consistent attainment of on-time, on-budget, and satisfactory outcomes for all… But… it requires a change in CULTURE, and the adoption of LEAN SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES.

Procurement 211

Procurement Plans Construction Renovating 211

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The scope of work is fully understood by all parties, owner and service providers, and their associated leadership, procurement, facilities management, and project teams on an early and ongoing basis. Owners and facilities management professionals provide leadership and support. Develop and maintain a common data environment.

Renovating 212

Renovating Procurement Budgeting Budget 212

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 6, 2021

Understanding core requirements is critical for real property owners and facilities management professionals. Who can offer change ideas (informally and formally)? Principles, Culture, and Robust Workflows should be the primary focus of any facilities management professional. Who plans and prioritizes project considerations?

Life Cycle 130

Life Cycle Construction Renovating Procurement 130

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Alterative LEAN Project Delivery integrates the previous silos of construction planning, procurement, and project delivery and all previously disparate team into a cohesive, collaborative, and program-driven environment. Change is fundamental for all parties. Alternative LEAN Project Delivery.

Procurement 151

Procurement Environment Change Orders Plans 151

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 31, 2021

Or implementing new safety training to mitigate worker injury risk You can then use that knowledge to anticipate and better manage risk for future jobs. Once these comparisons were made, the team was able to reveal five surprising patterns: Insight #1: Change Orders Are Okay – Until They Hit a Tipping Point.

Risk 52

Risk Management Construction Autodesk 52

Building Information Management

APRIL 20, 2015

Many/most Owners do not have the knowledge, capability, or organizational buy-in to support life-cycle management of the built environment. Process and/or Best Management Practices, especially your “construction delivery method” impacts results more that ANY other factor. They will learn your facilities and needs.

Life Cycle 40

Life Cycle Environment Management Visualization 40

Job Order Contracting

JULY 22, 2020

Adaptive LEAN Construction Basics – Collaborative management and governance with early and ongoing communication of all participants rests at the core of adaptive LEAN construction. Integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery, with a focus upon transparency and mutually beneficial outcomes is equally important.

Procurement 147

Procurement Plans Construction Bidding 147

cnstrctr

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Construction Management is a form of contract within the construction industry that is used throughout the world. Unlike lump sum contracts, construction management allow the general contractor to take on a universal role to help manage the overall project. How Is Construction Management Different?

Management 60

Management Construction Industrial Contract 60

Building Information Management

APRIL 28, 2016

While outsourcing Facility Management (FM) and/or portions of FM certainly has its place in real property operations, in general, outsourcing is not a BEST VALUE business practice. Facility management is not a commodity. Significantly Fewer Change Orders. 90%+ Project On-time & On-Budget. Lower Procurement Costs.

Management 40

Management Life Cycle Change Orders Procurement 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Top Resources for Construction Project Managers. “If If you’re looking for a relaxing profession, choose construction management.” – said no experienced construction project manager ever. If and when things go wrong, you can bet the manager will be the first to hear about it, and frequently, the first to receive the blame.

Project Management 52

Project Management Management Construction Risk 52

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 13, 2019

Planning, estimating, negotiating, procuring, managing, and closing out projects are all phases that are fully defined within a LEAN construction environment. Both change orders and legal disputes can be virtually eliminated with a properly designed and managed LEAN construction procurement and delivery framework.

Innovation 100

Innovation Construction Procurement Bidding 100

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Leadership A strategic plan Focus on process Knowledge management Enabling technology. Far too often AEC and real property owner organizations focus upon managing people, creating the “root cause” of multiple problems that eventually result in failure. KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY. LEADERSHIP. STRATEGIC PLAN.

Procurement 170

Procurement Construction Plans Budgeting 170

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 22, 2019

BEST VALUE & COMPLIANT Construction Planning, Procurement, And Project Delivery can be deployed and managed today using a robust suite LEAN tools and services. Far too much focus has been upon so called “technology solutions” such as BIM, and far to little upon LEAN process and total cost of ownership asset management methods.

Procurement 100

Procurement Plans Construction Life Cycle 100

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

Organizations that provide leadership and commitment to collaborative environments are rare. Common data environment (glossary of terms and definitions, locally researched detailed unit price cost data). Reduced project related cost growth per change order. management. management in the UK construction industry.

Construction 222

Construction Project Management Engineering Management 222

Construction Marketing Ideas

JUNE 10, 2015

I won’t identify the reader or his country because there is no advantage in drawing attention to an individual living in this environment, but he undoubtedly has described a real problem. If you have experience in working in corrupt environments, or know someone who has been in these places, I welcome your comments and suggestions.

Environment 48

Environment Change Orders Bidding Organization 48