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

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Owner are required to provide a scope of work in sufficient detail to enable requisite design as well as an associated detailed line item construction cost estimate by the associated service partners. Alternative LEAN Project Delivery.

Procurement 151

Procurement Environment Change Orders Plans 151

Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

Construction Cost Estimating Blog. Latest software for estimating & designing architectural projects. Estimating for architect is required to find out the price of projects before the commencement of bidding process. It also includes calculators for estimating the cost of your project. Join our estimating forum.

Estimating 45

Estimating Software Software Architecture 45

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 19, 2016

The importance of Job Order Contract performance measurement cannot be understated. As JOC is a LEAN best-management practice, it is dependent upon foundational elements that enable collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement. How many contractor estimates have been issued? How many owner estimates were created?

Renovating 100

Renovating Life Cycle Contract Estimating 100

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

Being the Best » The New Estimating Tool – Superintendents. Estimating departments have added a new tool to their repertoire – superintendent and foremen input. With backlogs down and work less plentiful, field supervision has come into the office and become an integral part of the estimating process. change orders.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

The New Estimating Tool – Superintendents » So You Want to Buy New Construction Software. If you’ve ever spent more than a few minutes searching for approved change orders or time cards, you’ll quickly realize the advantages of this type of system. change orders. foundation. foundation software.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 1, 2011

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. foundation. foundation software.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Chianelli Estimating

DECEMBER 1, 2011

From the outset, construction estimating is the backbone for establishing a solid foundation for any project. Depending upon the project size, develop cost estimates at various stages of design to ensure the budget is realistic or design changes can be made early on. It all starts there.

Estimating 83

Estimating Bidding Budgeting Budget 83

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

« The New Estimating Tool – Superintendents. For instance, Foundation Software’s vision is this: “To provide the best in accounting software and service for the labor intensive contractor.” change orders. foundation. foundation software. Free Subscriptions. Construction Business Owner Magazine.

Construction 174

Construction Software Software Accounting 174

Construction Business Owner

JULY 5, 2011

However, estimates show in order to properly maintain the current system and expand it to meet future needs, we need to invest $225 to $340 billion annually.”. AEM estimates that 35,000 jobs—many of which are in construction— are created every time $1 billion is invested in our infrastructure. change orders.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 10, 2011

What I heard is that finding the right person for an estimator and a project manager is crucial to success. In the meantime, what do you think makes a strong PM or estimator and how do you hire A players? change orders. foundation. foundation software. Let us know! Add new tag. business development.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

Today, new software applications – in job cost accounting, project management, estimating, etc. This post was mentioned on Twitter by Erica Brindley, Foundation Software. Foundation Software said: Check out Fred Ode's New Blog: "Don't Dig Your Own Grave": [link] #construction #accounting #software [.].

Construction 149

Construction Software Software Accounting 149

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 21, 2011

Or maybe your accounting is solid, but your estimating is done using spreadsheets and it’s time to look into a trade-specific estimating program. change orders. foundation. foundation software. You don’t need to be a technology rock star. Simply start by technologizing (yes, I made that word up!)

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

When evaluating estimators, he says, “Business owners should not base estimating success simply on jobs awarded. change orders. foundation. foundation software. In the end, jobs must translate to bottom-line profitability.” Add new tag. business development. cloud computing. communication. construction.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

This in turn lets the estimators use equipment rates that are spot on when estimating forthcoming work, which helps to get new work, and bring that work in profitably. change orders. foundation. foundation software. Add new tag. business development. cloud computing. communication. construction.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Equipment 136

Building Information Management

MAY 29, 2012

The design-bid-build construction delivery method and associated practices such of awarding contracts to the lowest bidder do little more than a fuel to the fires of waste, protracted project timelines, change orders, and legal disputes. 1-Architerture, Engineering, Construction, Owners, Operations.

BIM 55

BIM Life Cycle Contract Change Orders 55

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 5, 2012

One way to bid more work, without giving your estimator a quick trip to the funny farm, is to identify additional sources of project bid lists. change orders. foundation. foundation software. There are fewer projects to bid and what projects are available are being bid by more people. Add new tag. cloud computing.

Construction 120

Construction Bidding Software Software 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

However, having a firm understanding of the foundations of your project before selecting a delivery method will aid your final decision. During this process, consider how much wiggle room is available for change orders, most likely an inevitable occurrence once a project is underway and can be costly if not well planned.

Risk 52

Risk Schedule Design Budgeting 52

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 29, 2012

The estimator might ask – “How many cubic yards of concrete does this deck require?” BIM is a complicated topic that is evolving and changing all the time. Though we’ve just scratched the surface here, hopefully, we’ve covered some fundamental characteristics of BIM that will help set the foundation on which we can all go forward.

Construction 120

Construction BIM Software Software 120

Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 28, 2014

Change Orders and Related Payments. Project Baseline, Changes and Payments To Report? Change Orders and Related Payments. Project Baseline, Changes and Payments To Report? When a construction project grows beyond two invoices, and you add job deposits and change orders the process gets real tricky.

Contractors 48

Contractors Change Orders Accounting Cash Flow 48

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 12, 2012

And, just last week, the United States Green Building Council published a report that estimates from 2009-2013 the green building industry will support 8 million jobs throughout the economy. change orders. foundation. foundation software. Add new tag. business development. cloud computing. communication.

Construction 120

Construction Certification Green Software 120

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 4, 2011

It is up to us, the contractor, to shape the message effectively and communicate to the client what the building will cost, an estimated time line to completion and any inherent issues that need to be addressed as early in the project as possible. change orders. foundation. foundation software. Add new tag.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 30, 2014

Lean strives to provide maximum value to the client eliminates waste in the process and is built on the foundation of respect for all persons.” Training and supporting technology exists, as well as standardized cost data architectures (example – e4Clicks Project Estimator). Significant reduction in change orders.

Construction 40

Construction Change Orders United States Commissioning 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 30, 2023

Inaccurate project estimates While many of a project’s stakeholders are eager to get the project’s building started, if you begin with faulty schedules and budgets, your project is headed for an overrun from day one. Estimating the project accurately can get started in the RFP process. Automated workflows.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Construction Budgeting Budget 52

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 4, 2011

When I started working in the industry we still used payphones to call the office from the “field” We used paper estimates, a calculator and copy machines. Field changes and conditions were scribbled on note pads. change orders. foundation. foundation software. Add new tag. cloud computing.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software US 120

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

Have Change Orders. Estimates Vs. Actuals report anytime YOU want it. Shewhart, James Lewis and dozens of others was the foundation upon which our Construction Bookkeeping System is based and continues to evolve and improve. QuickBooks Works Best If You: Take Job Deposits. Issue Multiple Invoices.

Accounting 49

Accounting Contractors Project Management Change Orders 49

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

Have Change Orders. Estimates Vs. Actuals report anytime YOU want it. Shewhart, James Lewis and dozens of others was the foundation upon which our Construction Bookkeeping System is based and continues to evolve and improve. QuickBooks Desktop Version In The Cloud Works Best If You: Take Job Deposits.

Accounting 48

Accounting Contractors Project Management Change Orders 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

Have Change Orders. Estimates Vs. Actuals report anytime YOU want it. Shewhart, James Lewis and dozens of others was the foundation upon which our Construction Bookkeeping System is based and continues to evolve and improve. QuickBooks Desktop Version In The Cloud Works Best If You: Take Job Deposits.

Accounting 48

Accounting Contractors Project Management Change Orders 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

Have Change Orders. Estimates Vs. Actuals report anytime YOU want it. Shewhart, James Lewis and dozens of others was the foundation upon which our Construction Bookkeeping System is based and continues to evolve and improve. QuickBooks Desktop Version In The Cloud Works Best If You: Take Job Deposits.

Accounting 48

Accounting Contractors Project Management Change Orders 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 7, 2013

Have Change Orders. Estimates Vs. Actuals report anytime YOU want it. Shewhart, James Lewis and dozens of others was the foundation upon which our Construction Bookkeeping System is based and continues to evolve and improve. QuickBooks Desktop Version In The Cloud Works Best If You: Take Job Deposits.

Accounting 48

Accounting Construction Contractors Project Management 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

Have Change Orders. Estimates Vs. Actuals report anytime YOU want it. Shewhart, James Lewis and dozens of others was the foundation upon which our Construction Bookkeeping System is based and continues to evolve and improve. QuickBooks Desktop Version In The Cloud Works Best If You: Take Job Deposits.

Accounting 48

Accounting Construction Contractors Project Management 48

Construction Cost Estimating

OCTOBER 23, 2014

Trimble Accubid Classic is electrical estimating software helps out complete construction workflow. The expertises of this software are Electrical estimating to purchasing. Electrical estimating data used to develop bids should become the foundation for the rest of the construction workflow.

Estimating 45

Estimating Electrical Bidding Software 45

Building Information Management

APRIL 10, 2012

For example, estimating a job requires knowledge about about the impact that AE, context, and execution scope have on each unit, assembly, and system level cost. The integration of these activities, associated competencies, business processes, and supporting technologies via cloud computing is the foundation of BIM.

Life Cycle 49

Life Cycle BIM Management Visualization 49

Building Information Management

JUNE 8, 2015

BIM (Building Information Modeling), cloud computing, and social media are disruptive technologies which are altering the basic foundations of the AECOO sector (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owners, and Operations). altering the basic foundations of the AECOO sector (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owners, and.

BIM 40

BIM Life Cycle Contract Environment 40

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 20, 2014

Estimating Process - There is no one right answer. You can develop your own estimating and pricing process or you can use something like UDA. Your contracts need a well-defined scope of work, clear payment terms, a reasonable schedule and a good change order clause. Let us take care of your accounting.

Insurance 48

Insurance Construction Accounting Claims 48

Building Information Management

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Labor productivity is estimated at about 30%, meaning that more tradespeople’s time is spent waiting, staging materials, and rework than in actually building. Materials waste is estimated at up to 30%, due to the unpredictability of on-site fabrication and construction of unique building elements. THE BIM PROJECT EXECTUION PLAN (PxP).

BIM 40

BIM Environment Management Life Cycle 40

Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 2, 2015

Estimating Process - There is no one right answer. You can develop your own estimating and pricing process or use a software estimating program like UDA. Your contracts need a well-defined scope of work, clear payment terms, a reasonable schedule and a good change order clause.

Construction 48

Construction Insurance Accounting Claims 48