Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 4, 2017

Job Order Contracts, when created, deployed, and managed using LEAN best management practices, can provide significantly better outcomes that traditional construction delivery methods. Unfortunately, if an Owner or Facilities Manager is not educated on the topic and relies exclusively upon a JOC consultant, major problems are common.

Contract 100

Contract Project Management Consulting Long Beach 100

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 3, 2019

The most common of all conflicts and one which people misunderstand as the easiest to resolve, involves miscommunication between employees; be it between an employee or a manager, between a manager and another manager, a supplier and a supervisor, or between employees themselves. The Effect of On-Site Disputes.

Risk 130

Risk Software Software Construction 130

Best Practices Construction Law

AUGUST 11, 2017

Take, for the example, the e-mail I found in the files of one superintendent entitled “PROJECT DELAYS” … the words could not have been clearer … “ I think we need to begin to tell management that we are late. We also need to consult the claims team to determine how late we really are.

Documentation 74

Documentation Planswift ProCore Claims 74

Cassell Construction Estimating

MAY 17, 2014

While discussing scheduling with a client in Hawaii recently, I found myself repeating over and over, a variation of “…scheduling best practices include…” Hearing these words repeatedly set me to thinking that I hadn’t recently seen scheduling guidelines set out in a concise, straightforward document. Update the schedule weekly.

Schedule 100

Schedule Consulting Legal Hawaii 100

Fieldwire

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Anyone who has managed a construction company, department, or project knows profitability can be challenging. Firms with healthy marketing budgets might also enlist the services of a marketing or public relations consultant for assistance in marketing efforts. Solid Management Processes. In-Demand Expertise.

Profitability 98

Profitability Contractors Management Contract 98

Building Information Management

MAY 27, 2016

Assure appropriate JOC Program Capacity – the number and size of JOC projects that can be properly managed by available resources. Establish a formal Prioritization Process for JOC Projects. JOC Criteria Checklist – Assure project meet established JOC criteria. Do not allow consultants to manage themselves.

Contract 40

Contract Consulting Documentation Guidelines 40

BD+C

JUNE 14, 2023

Rachel Vedder, RA, LEED AP Healthcare Facilities Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Architects Building Owners At the onset of any design challenge, architects and engineers are programmed to first consult the applicable codes, standards, and best practices.

Design 96

Design Environment Safety Resource 96

Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

ASTM and ASME are two such organizations that came about to develop but not dictate guidelines and certain standards to manufacture high-quality industrial products. It is one of the largest organizations in the world consisting of product users, consumers, producers, academics, and consultants that covers more than 30000 members.

Organization 52

Organization Products Guidelines Safety 52

Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Make sure trades understand how the calculations were made so they can follow the guidelines that were put into place. In 2021, BOQ Virtuosos partnered with Shinn Consulting to take its estimating and materials modeling nationwide. Business Management. Project Management. Lean Building. Lean Building. Construction.

Profitability 111

Profitability Materials Construction Estimating 111

Stok

MAY 29, 2018

stok’s Project Managers share a few words of wisdom for setting up your project for success by crushing your project kick-off with these strategies: 1. With your project in mind, rank the following in order of importance: Budget, Schedule, Design. For some clients, this is clear cut. We’re happy to share!

Budgeting 40

Budgeting Budget Schedule Leases 40

Cassell Construction Estimating

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

While there’s no single right answer for all contractors, here are some guidelines based on our more than 25 years of construction consulting experience: The strategy for building useful and meaningful Jobcost phase codes is one of the most important decisions a company faces when setting up its ERP software.

Contract 130

Contract Consulting Estimating Project Management 130

Best Practices Construction Law

OCTOBER 13, 2016

According to a great Construction Law International article by my friends Don and Rob, there are eight guidelines that any schedule delay analysis comply with, including: Compare the planned work before and after each delay. However, the different methods of schedule analysis can lead to varying results. So, which method is correct?

Claims 76

Claims Compensation Schedule Guidelines 76

Stok

OCTOBER 21, 2020

To begin to dissect this challenge, our team of engineers and sustainability consultants reframed five common life science building pain points for core and shell lab developers and occupiers into opportunities to redefine the norm for lab project delivery and performance.

Design 52

Design Commissioning Construction Modeling 52

Stok

OCTOBER 22, 2020

To begin to dissect this challenge, our team of engineers and sustainability consultants reframed five common life science building pain points for core and shell lab developers and occupiers into opportunities to redefine the norm for lab project delivery and performance.

Design 52

Design Commissioning Construction Modeling 52

Building Information Management

JULY 23, 2012

The Department of Design and Construction (Department) manages the design and construction of more than $6 billion new and renovated City facilities such as firehouses, libraries, courthouses, sewers, and water mains. Flowcharting how JOC process will interface with purchasing, management and board approvals. JUNE 28, 2012.

Contract 45

Contract Renovating Contractors Sustainability 45

Building Information Management

MAY 13, 2016

Furthermore, multiple deployment methods have been used for Job Order Contracting: Owner- managed JOC programs, JOC participation using cooperatives, and JOC as a service (outsourcing JOC program set-up and management via a third party). A certain threshold of expertise, however, is required on the part of all stakeholders.

Contract 40

Contract San Francisco Kansas City Los Angeles 40

Building Information Management

MAY 13, 2016

Furthermore, multiple deployment methods have been used for Job Order Contracting: Owner- managed JOC programs, JOC participation using cooperatives, and JOC as a service (outsourcing JOC program set-up and management via a third party). A certain threshold of expertise, however, is required on the part of all stakeholders.

Contract 40

Contract San Francisco Kansas City Los Angeles 40

Best Practices Construction Law

OCTOBER 13, 2016

According to a great Construction Law International article by my friends Don and Rob, there are eight guidelines that any schedule delay analysis comply with, including: Compare the planned work before and after each delay. However, the different methods of schedule analysis can lead to varying results. So, which method is correct?

Claims 48

Claims Compensation Schedule Guidelines 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 3, 2014

I say that with all due respect to egg heads since I am an egg-head with several degrees and certifications in Accounting, Construction Accounting and Project Management. Call Sharie 206-361-3950 or sharie@fasteasyaccounting.com and schedule your no charge one-hour consultation. Business Process Management (BPM) For Contractors.

Accounting 48

Accounting Construction Banking Contractors 48

Natural Building

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

Kelly has lived in an earthbag/papercrete home that he built and consults about sustainable building design. Green Guidelines and Certification for your Home. At their core, projects seeking LEED certification need document control and efficient communication. This is the key functionality that project management software (e.g.

Sustainability 40

Sustainability Architecture Green Software 40

Best Practices Construction Law

JANUARY 15, 2013

According to the article, there are eight guidelines that any schedule delay analysis comply with, including: Compare the planned work before and after each delay. Using these guidelines, any contractor can begin to evaluate and prepare a potential delay claim as the conditions on project causing the delay occur.

Claims 48

Claims Schedule Compensation Guidelines 48

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Facility management/engineering planning. Facility management/engineering should conduct a review of work that could be done to under the support of the JOC program and develop an estimated annual volume. Management Information System Requirements. Facilities Management/Engineering Planning. JOC procurement/award process.

Contract 100

Contract Contractors Conference Plans 100

Contractor Bookkeeping

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

Their primary function is to read the incoming paperwork (electronic and hard copy) and follow a pre-determined set of rules and guidelines to put each transaction where it needs to go in QuickBooks or Xero Accounting Online depending on which accounting software the construction contractor is using. The System Is The Solution.

Accounting 48

Accounting Construction Profitability Contractors 48

Construction Cost Estimating

JULY 20, 2011

The Code and Guidelines delineate the responsibilities of clients, project managers, contractors , subcontractors, consultants, related entities, industrial associations and employers in the construction industry. It is a privately held non-profit association that manages and organizes the U.S. ► June. (7).

Permits 40

Permits Estimating Regulation Construction 40

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 2, 2012

The efficient life-cycle management of the built environment will not happen until change management is accelerated. Efficient construction delivery methods (IPD – integrated project delivery, JOC – job order contracting), cloud computing, and BIM are all integral components. buildingSMART alliance Conference.

BIM 45

BIM Conference Education CAD 45

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 2, 2012

The efficient life-cycle management of the built environment will not happen until change management is accelerated. Efficient construction delivery methods (IPD – integrated project delivery, JOC – job order contracting), cloud computing, and BIM are all integral components. buildingSMART alliance Conference.

BIM 40

BIM Conference Education CAD 40

Building Information Management

JUNE 9, 2016

While one benefit of the program is the ability to start projects faster than more traditional procurement methods, speed has unfortunately become the focal point of the program. Project managers are responsible for all aspects of a project, including approval of work performed and payments to all parties.

Long Beach 40

Long Beach Contract Consulting Project Management 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JUNE 19, 2014

The certification process involves developers—working closely with their local officials, utility partners and consultants—to become better prepared to market their sites with specific site-related information and community data. Continued presence on Georgia Allies electronic newsletter targeted to companies and location consultants.

Site 66

Site Wisconsin Georgia Certification 66

Help Everybody Everyday

FEBRUARY 21, 2010

Sit down with project managers and senior professionals and ask to hear the stories behind the assignments. For example, I worked for a mechanical/electrical/plumbing designer who told a large state university that they could manage one of their construction projects. However, It doesn’t always turn out bad.

Procurement 48

Procurement Office Drawings Project Management 48

Building Information Management

JUNE 10, 2016

Staff for JOC Program Capacity – Determine the number and type of projects the JOC staff can handle at any one time to ensure projects are managed timely and appropriately. Without appropriate staffing the pressure to complete projects can result in inadequate project and cost and oversight.

Contract 40

Contract Consulting Documentation Estimating 40

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

That portion of HVACie content pertaining to managed assets is 100% compatible with the NBIS-US COBie standard. Hitchcock Consulting. William East, Project Manager (CEERD-CF-N). Hitchcock Consulting 6049 Shoo Fly Road Kelsey, CA 95667. Dr. East was the Project Manager. Model View Definition.

Documentation 40

Documentation Equipment Modeling Design 40

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

That portion of HVACie content pertaining to managed assets is 100% compatible with the NBIS-US COBie standard. Hitchcock Consulting. William East, Project Manager (CEERD-CF-N). Hitchcock Consulting 6049 Shoo Fly Road Kelsey, CA 95667. Dr. East was the Project Manager. Model View Definition.

Documentation 40

Documentation Equipment Modeling Design 40

Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Office of Management and Budget. Establishing an automated system to manage task order issuance makes the process more efficient. Implementing guidelines are set forth in FAR Subpart 16.5. Best Practices for Multiple Award Task and Delivery Order Contracting. INTERIM EDITION.

Contract 40

Contract Contractors Procurement Office 40