Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Enhancements to locally researched construction cost data and the integration with robust, proven LEAN planning, procurement, and project delivery processes, support by collaborative cloud technology enable any public sector owner to deploy efficient, streamlined capabilities with complete cost visibility and transparency.

Innovation 202

Innovation Procurement Construction Budgeting 202

Pro Builder

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Project Manager Workloads: How Much Is Enough? Note: Front-line field superintendents are known by many names, but for this column, I’ll refer to them as project managers or PMs. A project manager with 20 years’ experience should be able to handle more units than one with five years on the job. Scott Sedam.

Project Management 52

Project Management Management Schedule Site 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 6, 2023

This is why many firms rely on enterprise resource planning (ERP) software to effectively connect tasks like job costing and project management. Unfortunately, most ERP and accounting software aren't built for construction project managers. In order to create a seamless experience, we need a connection to our ERP.

Autodesk 98

Autodesk Management Construction Accounting 98

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 6, 2021

Only improved early and ongoing collaboration and communication across all participants and stakeholders has proven to reduce errors and omissions, minimize the number of change orders, shorten overall project delivery times, improve quality, and reduce total project costs.

Life Cycle 130

Life Cycle Construction Renovating Procurement 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 24, 2023

This month, we’re excited to release feature additions and enhancements to Autodesk Build across cost, project management, data, and more. By turning on new columns, users can now easily see the original SOV, change orders, and revised SOV to have a granular view of costs. Check out the latest updates for Autodesk Build.

Autodesk 98

Autodesk Products Change Orders Claims 98

Pro Builder

APRIL 19, 2021

Construction software technology has not only helped general contractors but assisted trade contractors to provide their vital services and bring projects to completion. 2) Time & Productivity Management. Using an intelligent solution allows project managers to base their bids on past project data and actual expenses.

Software 52

Software Software Contractors Change Orders 52

PSMJ Resources

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

Good Project Management is Good Risk Management. Most risks are foreseeable and responsive to thoughtful project management. • Accept only the right clients, then the right projects. • Risk reduction by any means is usually superior to any management scheme.

Project Management 40

Project Management Risk Resource Management 40

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals 7 ways to minimise the impacts of construction inflation As inflation continues to affect the construction industry worldwide, we must find ways to counteract it or risk losing our already slim profit margins. Now your project’s schedule and target cost are at risk.

Construction 148

Construction Materials Risk Management 148

Job Order Contracting

MAY 9, 2017

As a real proper owner, facilities management professional, or construction contractor, is important to review internal policies, procedures and controls with respect to your JOC Program and Estimating Construction Costs for Job Order Contracts : Are there areas of risk and/or compliance issues? Faster project delivery.

Estimating 100

Estimating Contract Change Orders Construction 100

Construction Junkie

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Combining the strong documentation abilities of BIM 360 and the field accessibility of PlanGrid, Autodesk Build is being offered as a complete solution for construction project management, quality control, safety reporting, project cost, and closeout.

Autodesk 84

Autodesk BIM Project Management Documentation 84

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

Rushing from project to project is inefficient, and risks cutting corners. Technology is making this is an easy fix, by streamlining scheduling and time collection for labor in the field and helping project managers determine what crews are best suited for what projects. Lack of Effective Communication.

Construction 187

Construction Software Software Estimating 187

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Research has readily demonstrated the correlation between the maturity level of an organization and project failure, i.e. excessive time spent upon change orders/rework, budget overruns, and overall client and/or participant dissatisfaction with outcomes. Project Management Constraints. ORGANIZATIONAL MATURITY.

Project Management 161

Project Management Capterra Organization Management 161

Lets Build

JANUARY 6, 2023

However, this technology has an even bigger benefit: Everyone involved in the project can check how it’s progressing, allowing stakeholders to give their input on important decisions as soon as it’s needed. Eliminate project uncertainties using building information modelling. Enhance client relationships with cloud-based applications.

Profitability 144

Profitability Residential Software Software 144

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 8, 2023

Because preconstruction offers the biggest opportunity to de-risk a project. Integrating design with other project processes creates a more cohesive workflow and enables teams to make data-driven decisions. Doing so enables you to eliminate potential change orders and pay applications, ultimately leading to better cash flow.

Profitability 98

Profitability Bidding Estimating Risk 98

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

Define estimate’s purpose ■ Determine estimate’s purpose, required level of detail, and overall scope; ■ Determine who will receive the estimate Develop estimating plan ■ Determine the cost estimating team and develop its master schedule; ■ Determine who will do the independent cost estimate; ■ Outline the cost estimating approach; ■ Develop the estimate (..)

Estimating 217

Estimating CSI Life Cycle Construction 217

Fieldwire

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Every construction project has changes that impact the original scope, cost, and schedule. To capture those changes, contractors utilize change orders that describe what has changed as well as the associated cost and schedule impact of that change.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Project Management Management Schedule 52

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

You can learn best practices for documentation and record management in this 90-minute webinar — From Paper to Paperless: Controlling Construction Documentation, Improving Record Management and Identifying Risk in an Electronic Age. Is a written instruction via e-mail the same as a change order?

Documentation 48

Documentation Risk Management Legal 48

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Construction sites these days have no shortage of data: design and BIM data from the planning stages of a project, jobsite data collected by wearables, mobile devices and sensors on equipment/materials, accounting and job progress data from the office, project management data and much more. Reducing Risk and Increasing Safety.

Construction 195

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 195

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

The benefits of strategic collaboration vs. traditional construction planning, procurement, and project delivery are well documented and partially listed below (Chan et al., Lower project related cost growth. Projects completed at or under budgeted cost. Reduced project related cost growth per change order.

Construction 222

Construction Project Management Engineering Management 222

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 4, 2017

Large or small, construction jobs can be made easier with the right support system, especially when it comes to management software. Clear communication and transparent project management between contractors, teams, and management make for a smooth workflow and better bottom lines for all involved. Accurate job costing.

Software 130

Software Software Construction Project Management 130

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2017

Using estimating software simplifies bids, estimates, and financial project planning and makes the process somewhat foolproof. Rushing from project to project is inefficient, and risks cutting corners. Whether it’s communication from an owner, client, project manager or crew, everyone should be apprised of change orders.

Viewpoint 190

Viewpoint Construction Schedule Estimating 190

Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 21, 2012

Construction Project Management & accounting software plays a vital role for construction companies. Now-a-days industry-specific project management software plays an important role for expanding integrated project management modules to participate with the leading stand-alone project management systems.

Project Management 40

Project Management Software Software Accounting 40

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

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. Unfortunately, construction project success is not a given. In fact, surveys show that construction projects routinely come in over budget.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Documentation Schedule Budgeting 52

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Often, this makes it hard to find a solution—you have to handle a complicated blend of equipment, inventory, subcontractors, bids, and project management, just to name a few. Procore gives you the power to manage accurate project budgets with reliable data drawn from the field. SAP S/4HANA.

Software 196

Software Software Construction ProCore 196

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

Common project closure problems may delay a completion date and final payment. Problems like delayed change orders, poor communication and lost paperwork may make it harder to close out a project on time. A detailed project closeout checklist helps resolve problems to close on time. The reverse bell curve.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Documentation Equipment Risk 52

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 15, 2018

Smaller projects were taking up to 1 year to procure creating a growing backlog of work. 8-22% of project costs were being consumed in design and procurement. Change orders easily increased project costs by 50% or more, and claims and litigation were the norm, versus the exception. OpenJOC Benefits.

Contract 100

Contract Change Orders Procurement Estimating 100

Lets Build

JANUARY 20, 2023

Meet the simplest digital construction daily log app LB Site Diary 5 reasons you need to keep accurate construction daily logs Your construction daily log is a living record of your project—it shows the details of each day’s progress. Daily reports are how everyone involved in the project tracks progress , performance, and productivity.

Site 148

Site Construction Documentation Products 148

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Project data often lives in different places—from cloud-based software and hard drives to spreadsheets and emails. This creates project management challenges because separate systems often require teams to transfer data manually and perform additional admin work. 2: Project Management. Let’s dig in!

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Construction Contract Documentation 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 13, 2023

With the solution’s customisable capabilities, SQUARE could customise cost codes to ensure accurate budget management and have greater control over project costs to reduce risk, streamline processes and better manage projects. The assurance of accurate information facilitates better decision-making.

Autodesk 98

Autodesk Management Engineering Accounting 98

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

Green Construction & Construction Software » The Business of Construction Risk Management. With every project, no matter how big or small, there is always risk – risk of injury, financial responsibility, or quality assurance. And risk can be a profit center, since insurance companies obviously make money.

Risk 120

Risk Insurance Construction Software 120

HardHatChat

JULY 11, 2013

Many general contractors decide to lower their risk and start commercial construction projects in the warmer months, paying a premium for nice weather, but assuring timely delivery. The best way to hedge against rising construction costs during a project is to lower the risk of unplanned change. Chuck Taylor.

Commercial 276

Commercial Construction Bidding Chicago 276

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 27, 2022

Tips for Beginning and Growing as a Construction Project Manager. Even better than participating in the building process is working in construction project management and getting to help direct the organized chaos that eventually produces a cohesive product. Interested in advancing your project and cost management skills?

Project Management 98

Project Management Management Construction Resource 98

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 10, 2018

There’s an industry transformation happening in construction, driven by modern technology, and these changes are significantly elevating construction management. Contractors are finding ways to modernize their businesses with software that improves productivity and mitigates risks, while increasing their bottom line.

Management 155

Management Viewpoint Construction Software 155

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 3, 2021

To know how to address cost overruns in construction projects, it’s important to understand the root of the problem. Oftentimes, overruns hint at deeper issues in project management and from schedules and budgets being set improperly from the very beginning of the project. Not Planning for Change Orders.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Budget Construction Software 52

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 22, 2019

As you already know, 70%+ of projects are delivered late, 73% of project are delivered over budget, rework/change orders/waste are common, teamwork is poor, risk is high, and overall satisfaction is low. LEAN, best value, practices and tools fully integrated people, process, information, and technology.

Procurement 100

Procurement Plans Construction Life Cycle 100

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 4, 2017

In other JOC programs, proposals are reviewed and priced by an independent source aside from the project manager and contractor, creating a mechanism to gauge whether the contractors’ proposals are reasonable. … seven projects consisting of $3.3 The City has not established such a control.

Contract 100

Contract Project Management Consulting Long Beach 100