HardHatChat

APRIL 12, 2019

Whether it’s a completely refreshed design for an existing restaurant brand or an entirely new business model, such as a unique idea for a family entertainment venue, we love working with clients to figure out how to make their design intent become a reality as efficiently as possible.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 24, 2021

But Platinum Homes was losing money on change orders from demanding clients. He recalls multiple instances that sounded something like this: “I had it in my head that we were only over budget by a few thousand dollars, I had no idea we were this far over!”. In BuildTools, Molthan has found exactly the solution he needed.

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Stok

JANUARY 22, 2019

Progressing the exercise from blue sky to implementable, these ideas are distilled into a report and action list that outlines the reasoning behind rejected and pursued elements that were revealed during the process, along with action items and additional analysis. What are the benefits of an IDP Charrette?

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 10, 2022

At the job’s core, a project manager is responsible for managing changes on a project level. Change orders are the most time consuming and tangible factors that can affect a job and the whole outcome of a project. But it’s not just change orders.

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Lets Build

JUNE 23, 2023

Investing in quality means you have to make fewer changes during the project—it saves time, it saves money, it saves headaches. No one wants a project full of change orders and rework.

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Levelset

MARCH 11, 2022

And any savings on paper are usually lost mid-way through the project in change orders. But that is almost always a bad idea. Change orders inevitably increase costs , and schedule delays eat into the project’s budget. Who’s responsible for low-bid procurement? Tension between project stakeholders.

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Lets Build

JUNE 23, 2023

Investing in quality means you have to make fewer changes during the project—it saves time, it saves money, it saves headaches. No one wants a project full of change orders and rework.

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 6, 2023

As unplanned work and change orders creep into your project scope, the cost can easily go out of control if it is not managed closely. Sometimes, the client, the consultants, and the board have unrealistic expectations of a project and want to put their ideas into action immediately.

Project Management 98

Project Management Management Construction Budgeting 98

Levelset

MARCH 16, 2022

During this first phase, pre-construction , the project owner will consult with an architect or design firm about an idea or plan. The designer will then help the project owner flesh out their ideas, determine a preliminary budget and timeline, and even assist the project owner in determining whether or not the project is feasible.

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Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Construction Blueprints and Drawings mobile app – With this app, the users can perform the following tasks :- • Instantly include project photos, notes, drawings and save on the device • generate a database of projects • draw a project initially • Talk about ideas and experience in a community forum.

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Building Information Management

AUGUST 11, 2015

Eliminated contractor driven change orders and legal claims. The precision put into preparation of the scope documents, detailed line item estimates and the project proposal eliminates change orders and claims. Support of local small and minority businesses.

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Building Information Management

AUGUST 11, 2015

Eliminated contractor driven change orders and legal claims. The precision put into preparation of the scope documents, detailed line item estimates and the project proposal eliminates change orders and claims. Support of local small and minority businesses.

Contract 40

Contract Procurement Change Orders Budgeting 40

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

I have edited the list and I am happy to share these ideas: Identify the best person to manage the team. Review change orders and correspondence. You are going to go back to the original scope of work to see if that was well defined, and changes have been made either in the field or as part of a negotiated, detailed change.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 10, 2011

Ideas start flowing and problems are solved. Through our discussions, we shared ideas about what the profile of such an employee might be. change orders. I would tell you more, but one of the reasons these discussions are so fruitful is that they are confidential. January 2009. December 2008. November 2008. October 2008.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 24, 2012

It’s hard to think of examples where this is a good idea in any business. change orders. For those not familiar, a silo in business terminology refers to a part of a business operation that works in isolation from other parts of the business. In general, the more connected your employees are, the better, right?

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 19, 2013

We are happy to be able to offer free Invoice templates, free Change Order templates and free estimate templates to construction contractors and other business owners to help them grow their sales and profits and have better lives for their families. As friends we exchange emails and ideas to assist one another. Click here.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 25, 2011

And for my time, I usually walk away both inspired and loaded with new ideas to put to use. Even one new idea can be worth its weight in gold…but that’s just my opinion. change orders. That’s why I make it a point to read, talk to people, and attend as many conferences and tradeshows as I can. January 2009. August 2008.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 17, 2012

OSHA has been grappling with the idea of developing a specific ergonomic standard for the construction industry. So what are your thoughts and ideas regarding ergonomic applications in the construction industry? change orders. www.dexterchaney.com. January 2009. December 2008. November 2008. October 2008. September 2008.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 29, 2022

Purchasing is not about how efficiently you can award new communities or process change orders. Not only will you get fresh ideas on how to improve those other key areas, you’ll also have a well-rounded purchasing team. To be fair, you may have a paper processor instead of a true purchasing professional in that role.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

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. You might have a basic idea of how your project will look, but it’s important to visualize both the general design and functionality of your building.

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NH Construction Law

DECEMBER 19, 2021

At the bid stage, even with the original plans and specs and any change orders or updated drawings in hand, the completion contractor won’t be able to spot every potential error in the existing work, and so will pad his bid – or insist on a cost-plus arrangement – to protect himself against unseen issues.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

JANUARY 17, 2018

So the idea went out of fashion. But maybe it is time to revisit the idea. On the other hand, the EPC views the change to the project as an opportunity to increase profit. There are times when the project owner and the EPC see eye-to-eye on the necessary change order and reach an agreement on the scope and price.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 6, 2011

My take on this idea is very simple: Stay Hungry. change orders. And I have always wished that for myself. And now, as you graduate to begin anew, I wish that for you. From The Whole Earth Catalog. Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish. As a business owner, you can never be satisfied. January 2009. December 2008. November 2008.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 27, 2021

We’re able to import our budgets, track change orders, and more. . The first is to be open to criticism, but don’t be afraid to push your ideas out there. This is particularly important when you’re beginning your career, because frankly when you’re new, that’s when you have the boldest ideas. .

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Building Information Management

DECEMBER 6, 2014

My colleagues response was “The idea that Integrated Project Delivery is only appropriate for large projects is one that most people believe, but that I absolutely reject.” I know your specialty is how to apply this to small projects and I am wondering if you have any guidance or case studies to share? ” (Source: [link] ).

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 5, 2012

I hope these ideas help as the year starts and we get closer to the construction season. change orders. Everyone’s day is full of information that needs to be processed and tracked – email and voice mail alone have caused serious information overload. Keeping track of it all is difficult, if not impossible. www.dexterchaney.com.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 6, 2011

Let me know if any of you have done this before or have any ideas for putting together a stress test model for the construction industry. change orders. After the April consulting rush, I am going to put together a rough model and see if I can’t make this happen for my own company. January 2009. December 2008. August 2008.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 20, 2011

Not too long ago, or so it seems, we were more than ecstatic at the idea of being able to call our project managers in the field on mobile phones. change orders. The recent passing of Steve Jobs got me thinking about how technology has evolved over the years, and how it has affected the way we operate. January 2009. August 2008.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 3, 2023

I liked the idea of getting out in the field, seeing how things get put together, and the building process—the actual hands-on people getting their hands dirty. I went to Georgia Tech, where I started as a declared architecture major. So it's going to be a big one. What made you want to partner with Autodesk on your projects?

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 29, 2012

I hope these ideas will help with your construction business management. change orders. Like any leader, as a construction business manager, you will inevitably have to critique an employee. But no matter the offense, discipline should not be done in front of the employee’s peers. Nothing good comes from public humiliation.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 18, 2013

Three Steps To A Paradigm Shift: #1 Unfreeze - Being open to a new idea that is in agreement with your core values. #2 2 Change State - Arriving at a new understanding about something. Not using Additional Work Orders or Change Orders (Click For FREE Change Order Template).

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

They work with companies like yours and can give you a better idea as to how long it will take to implement your new software successfully. change orders. Then you can create a realistic implementation plan. Many vendors have sold thousands of systems and have a lot of experience. January 2009. December 2008. November 2008.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 29, 2012

Drawings have been used by designers for centuries to communicate ideas to the construction trades. change orders. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is no different. Before jumping into BIM with both feet, let’s work on some fundamentals. January 2009. December 2008. November 2008. October 2008. September 2008. August 2008.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 23, 2013

Don’t be afraid to bring out the estimate, change order form or invoice. In most cases they want you to write up the order and if you do not get the paperwork started early they oftentimes think you are rejecting them. Be sure to keep some change order forms handy in case you need them.

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Construction Cost Estimating

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

An immediate photo is used to provide change orders, a recently completed milestone or what materials are required for giving order. Just put the bid information into the app to have some ideas on whom to select. Take photograph & post detailed views to be conveyed to the team members.

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Rory Woolsey

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

If you think about it there is a direct relationship to change orders on public funded design-bid-build jobs and the quality of the bidding documents. If you want tight bids and minimal change orders than bidding documents should be well defined with little room for interpretation.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 1, 2011

cloud computing) is going to bring us closer to that idea. change orders. Accessing and processing all your business information may never be quite as easy as flipping a switch, but browser-based software (a.k.a. Has your company adopted any browser-based business software or do you plan to? dexterchaney.com. January 2009.

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