Pro Builder

JUNE 1, 2020

For years, we as builders have been trained by industry consultants to think like manufacturers, create a process, and stick to it if we want to be profitable. Third-party contractors: Research + design + renderings + plan stamp/liability. Time: Meetings + waiting + interest/carry cost + opportunity lost.

Documentation 59

Documentation Software Software Profitability 59

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Job Order Contracting was designed to provide collaboration and benefit to both Owners and Contractors, unfortunately many implementations of JOC have changed the rules of engagement to specifically benefit Owners or Third Party JOC Administrators / JOC Consultants. JOC contractual provisions must support the JOC process.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 18, 2017

Whether that query is from a Fortune 1000 businesses or an architect, the answer is the same, have the owner engage an experienced green building consultant as early as possible in the project. My go to move is to recommend Lorax Partnerships based in Baltimore who are among the best of green building consultants we work with.

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Consulting Green Certification Sustainability 218

Construction Business Owner

MAY 31, 2011

At Foundation Software, we try to avoid inmate takeovers by first assigning a lead analyst to oversee design for each project. We then provide a design methodology to follow. This phase consists of consultation with Customers, Sales, Client Services, Quality Control, Programming and Management. Research to gather information.

Construction 150

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Construction Cost Estimating

MARCH 31, 2015

The purpose of the post is based on the following :- Fundamental & brief Design Engineering activities for the entrusted project(s) in Petrochemical Plants, Oil & Gas Plants, Offshore Drilling Rigs etc., Preparing / assessment of PFD, P&ID’s, detailed project specifications, design calculation / study, procurement specification.

Engineering 40

Engineering Schedule Documentation Drawings 40

Construction Cost Estimating

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Liabilities of a Quantity Surveyor: A Quantity Surveyor (QS) is a professional who mainly deals with construction costs and contracts associated with the Construction Industry. Arrange and interpret tender documents, specifications, general conditions, and other parts and forms of contracts.

Cash Flow 40

Cash Flow Construction Estimating Contract 40

DebunkTheBIM

JANUARY 24, 2011

I mentioned before design consultants regularly and intentionally showing incomplete drawings with a lot of padding (irrelevant information) to keep the mental image of the proposed building as vague as possible for as long as possible. Assessing documents for permits seems to be another status quo that cannot be improved.

Permits 48

Permits Drawings Drafting Liability 48

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Throughout the ongoing process, however, all of the following are address and/or improved upon: Who can offer change ideas (informally and formally) Who assesses the impact of the proposed change Who reviews the proposed change and its impact for approval How is the change implemented Documentation of the outcome. enables full visibility.

Project Management 161

Project Management Capterra Organization Management 161

Construction Lawyer

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. You should consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction before using any of the information contained at this site. New AIA documents and Arbitration.

AIA 40

AIA Documentation Illinois Chicago 40

Construction Lawyer

APRIL 27, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. You should consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction before using any of the information contained at this site. . | Fiduciary Duty by Design Professionals?

Design 40

Design AIA Illinois San Diego 40

DebunkTheBIM

JULY 14, 2012

’ It is a ‘cop out’ by the AEC consultants-sector from doing what they supposed to, as per the definition of their profession. It is a way of legitimising half-baked designs, badly documented in unnecessarily inflated mounds of documents. As a society, we must find a way to reward excellent design.

Documentation 50

Documentation Consulting Engineering Design 50

Construction Lawyer

JULY 23, 2014

. Professional liability is often based on the concept of “standard of care.” During design, the drawings were submitted to a peer reviewer who contended that a third floor balcony required construction of a staircase as an emergency exit in case of fire. Pierce Goodwin Alexander & Linville, 2014 Fla. LEXIS 3916 (4 Dist.

Contract 45

Contract Florida Consulting Liability 45

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 14, 2018

Before delegating design, consult your manufacturer. Delegated design—the process by which a principal architect, engineer, or for the sake of this discussion, a design professional of record (DPR) delegates certain structural elements to the contractor, sub-contractor, etc. Why delegate any portion of the design at all?

Consulting 60

Consulting Design Liability Products 60

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 14, 2018

Before delegating design, consult your manufacturer. Delegated design—the process by which a principal architect, engineer, or for the sake of this discussion, a design professional of record (DPR) delegates certain structural elements to the contractor, sub-contractor, etc. Why delegate any portion of the design at all?

Consulting 60

Consulting Design Liability Bidding 60

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Five factors to consider before selecting project delivery methods for your projects include your budget, design, risks, schedule, and owner expertise. . Design: what the final project will look like and how it will function. Are you looking for innovative designs and complex over form and function?

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DebunkTheBIM

OCTOBER 19, 2019

The new generation of 20 somethings (and younger) in training or about to enter the AEC, are taught that documenting building is about creating drawings. A good modeller will have plenty of opportunities to model, but rule number one is, that the ‘drawings’ are priority, what consultancies get paid for. Specification writing apps?

BIM 68

BIM Drawings Modeling Industrial 68

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

Section 179 was designed to provide an attractive tax savings on these purchases. I highly recommend that any contractor considering such an investment first consult with their CPA or tax specialist to discuss how Section 179 applies to their unique situation. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Recent Posts.

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Construction Software Software Accounting 181

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 20, 2023

is a document showing work that still needs to be done on a construction project. Usually, designers and/or architects will attend the walkthrough as well to ensure that the building matches the original design specifications. The key to getting to punch list zero faster is in how you design and manage your punch lists.

Construction 52

Construction Software Software Budgeting 52

Construction Business Owner

MAY 17, 2012

This week, I’m pleased to welcome David DeVita, a safety expert with 20 years of experience, from Carolina Safety Consultants. One of the areas we looked at was their pallet/skid area, where they were struggling to design an ergonomic work station. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. document management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Injury 120

Construction Lawyer

MAY 13, 2009

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. You should consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction before using any of the information contained at this site. Risks in LEED design. Categories. arbitration.

Risk 40

Risk Design Illinois AIA 40

PSMJ Resources

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

P3s) or design-build, both of which can save money and cut time. Here are just a few: • Design responsibility shared by all. With design-build, the contractor becomes a partner in the design, whether through value-engineering or onsite detailing. Make sure the design roles and responsibilities. challenges.

Resource 43

Resource Project Management Liability BIM 43

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

is a document showing work that still needs to be done on a construction project. Usually, designers and/or architects will attend the walkthrough as well to ensure that the building matches the original design specifications. The key to getting to punch list zero faster is in how you design and manage your punch lists.

Construction 52

Construction Software Software Budgeting 52

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 9, 2012

I’m pleased to announce that this week’s blog is written by David DeVita, President of Carolina Safety Consultants. His heart seems to be in the right place, however, he has failed to take the next step of having a designated safety person in the company to make sure that they are up to speed on the OSHA standards.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Safety 120

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 20, 2014

Consult with a construction attorney and follow their advice. Partnerships Are The Only Ships - Designed to sink. General Liability and Auto/rental equipment insurance can help protect you and your company against claims for personal injury and property damage, and may provide you with legal defense of those claims.

Insurance 48

Insurance Construction Accounting Claims 48

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

Certified shovel ready sites are in growing demand among companies and site selection consultants, and they are an increasingly popular tool for communities to attract new business and industry. Obtaining the Shovel Ready designation better positions the city of Becker [a St. One of the header designs is 45 feet wide.

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Site Iowa Tennessee Georgia 49

Construction Lawyer

JUNE 22, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. You should consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction before using any of the information contained at this site. Until that time, you are not.

Illinois 40

Illinois AIA Chicago Liability 40

Construction Business Owner

MAY 17, 2012

Or, is it more secure at a site where professionals design and maintain the servers to be as secure as possible? Business Consulting And Accounting. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. document management. However, is your data really more secure at your business? Randal DeHart. Leave a Reply. Categories.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Security 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Here, the owner and contractors would come up with an agreement and produce a formal document outlining the terms of the project. . Design-Build Contract, which handles design and construction costs at the same time. Integrated Project Delivery Contract , which involves multiple parties—the owner, builder, and design firm.

Bidding 52

Bidding Construction Contractors Contract 52

PSMJ Resources

AUGUST 13, 2012

Read closely all documents. file of corporate documents current. Develop a thorough understanding of the authority, legal responsibilities, and financial liabilities you. Develop a thorough understanding of the authority, legal responsibilities, and financial liabilities you. Scarlett Consulting. not a bad career.

Equity 54

Equity Compensation Resource Agreement 54

Construction Lawyer

JULY 25, 2005

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. You should consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction before using any of the information contained at this site. . Design Delegation. Categories. arbitration.

Design 40

Design Illinois AIA Chicago 40

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 15, 2012

Consult with a construction attorney and follow their advice. Partnerships Are The Only Ships - Designed to sink. General Liability and Auto/rental equipment insurance can help protect you and your company against claims for personal injury and property damage, and may provide you with legal defense of those claims.

Contractors 48

Contractors Insurance Claims Lien 48

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 9, 2016

The program is designed for non-profit and for-profit businesses seeking funds for most business purposes. Oregon Express Bond Program: The Oregon Express Bond program uses much less paperwork and highly standardized documents to save borrowers time and money during the tax-exempt bond borrowing process.

Oregon 40

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 2, 2015

Consult with a construction attorney and follow their advice. Partnerships Are The Only Ships - Designed to sink. General Liability and Auto/rental equipment insurance can help protect you and your company against claims for personal injury and property damage, and may provide you with legal defense of those claims.

Construction 48

Construction Insurance Accounting Claims 48

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 3, 2016

And that litigation predated the increased liability associated with materials including the new largely untested EPDs and HPDs. And while this law firm makes a business of drafting and revising contact documents, there are very good contracts available in the marketplace.

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Green Contract AIA Drafting 159

Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2021

After a half-day wrangling the start-up process, the cross-functional team is totally amazed at how many steps they’ve identified in the process and how many details they’ve documented. But consultants can only do so much. But you must start with a shared understanding of community start-up, and that’s something few builders have.”.

Plans 98

Plans Schedule Claims Management 98

Construction Lawyer

AUGUST 18, 2005

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. You should consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction before using any of the information contained at this site. . Airport Design team sues Atlanta. Categories.

Atlanta 40

Atlanta Airports Design Illinois 40

Construction Lawyer

MARCH 13, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. You should consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction before using any of the information contained at this site. Unlimited liability for designers and contractors.

Lien 40

Lien Illinois AIA Chicago 40