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LEAN Job Order Contracting – Getting the most out of available funds

Job Order Contracting

Owners provide leadership and support within a LEAN JOC Program, without the problematic “filter” of a third party “JOC Consultant” Furthermore, LEAN JOC Programs can be implemented for 1/3 to 1/10 the cost of traditional JOC programs that require a percentage of construction value for JOC tools and support.

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Collaborative Construction Procurement Planning and Project Delivery = Best Value Outcomes

Job Order Contracting

A locally researched detail Unit Price Book must serve as the foundation for developing and sharing the scope of work, and associated repair, renovation, maintenance, or new construction costs. In no manner should consultants be engaged and paid a percentage of construction, repair, renovation, or maintenance costs.

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Over 20 ED Organizations Sponsoring 2014 LiveXchange

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

So far, 23 economic development organizations from the United States and Canada have signed on to sponsor this year’s Business Facilities LiveXchange , which will take place April 6-8, 2014 at the Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort at Grande Dunes, Myrtle Beach, SC. Be sure to check the LiveXchange website often for an updated list of sponsors!

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Project Foundation Pt. 1: Building the Master Schedule

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After a successful project kick-off , a solid foundation is required to bring your project into “flow state”. That foundation is a detailed schedule and budget, created and owned by the Project Manager, with input from consultants and contractors, and approved by the Client. The post Project Foundation Pt.

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GRESB Purchased from GBCI in advance of ESG Breakout

Green Building Law Update

yes, it is the sister organization to the USGBC), TRUE zero waste, PEER, SITES, WELL, EDGE, ICP and RELi, acquired GRESB in 2014. And, of course there is a cottage industry of ESG consultants who will draft the GRESB questionnaire responses to skew the score. GBCI, the global certification body for LEED (.

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Construction Worker Suicide: A Fragile Balance

Pro Builder

In May, three organizations—the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention , United Suicide Survivors International , and the Johnson Depression Center at the University of Colorado—hosted the inaugural Construction Working Minds Summit in Denver, which drew 200 attendees.

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Job Order Contracting 2018 and Beyond

Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting is one of the most important processes for an organization to efficiently manage its numerous repair, renovation, and minor new construction projects. Here are a few examples of improper JOC Program implementation… Excessive use of JOC Consultants: JOC requires direct Owner participation and leadership.

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