HardHatChat

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Between 2018 and 2022, Englewood’s national construction work in the cannabis retail industry grew by 100% and we expect that trajectory to continue as more states legalize recreational marijuana use and cannabis firms expand into new markets. That has been true.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The owner initially hired a contractor to perform waterproofing repairs at the manufactured stone façade of the building. While performing these repairs, the contractor raised concerns to the owner regarding several stone units that appeared to be in a loose or unsound condition.

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Building Radar

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Understanding these phases is essential for homeowners, architects, and contractors alike. This structured approach ensures transparency, legal compliance, and quality assurance throughout the construction process. This includes reviewing the client’s goals, budget, and legal conditions.

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Housing Construction Plans Documentation 52

ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

based infrastructure unit of SNC Lavalin Group to compensate the design-build contractor on the East Kent Access Road Phase 2 project for remedial work on the highway and legal costs for deficient work. Technology and Construction Court ordered WS Atkins, the U.K.-based

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

Commercial real estate development involves the process of acquiring, designing, constructing, and leasing or selling commercial properties such as office buildings, retail centers, and industrial parks. Design and Planning Phase The design and planning phase is essential to commercial real estate development.

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Commercial Leases Regulation Finance 208

Job Order Contracting

MAY 8, 2017

Job Order Contracting versus Design Bid Build can help to measurably improve construction productivity, quality, delivery times, and overall satisfaction for all participants. Job order contracting saves significant time and improves quality, consistency, and overall satisfaction vs. traditional design-bid-build. Higher productivity.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Jeff Danley Contractors AEC Tech The past year has seen a wave of layoffs across the tech sector, but technologists, computer scientists, and software engineers have a new skip in their step. Generative AI is a specific type of AI that focuses on creating machine learning models designed to generate new data, images, or text.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 29, 2024

Labor : Payments made to construction workers, contractors, and subcontractors. Common Examples of Soft Costs: Architectural Fees : Payments to architects for design services. Permits and Legal Fees : Costs related to obtaining necessary permits and covering legal requirements.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 5, 2024

As the industry evolves, understanding and complying with these laws is essential for maintaining operational efficiency and legal conformity. Understanding Labor Laws in Construction Overview of Key Regulations Labor laws in the construction industry encompass a range of regulations designed to protect workers and ensure fair practices.

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Construction Law

MAY 2, 2024

News Our regular news round up includes a survey saying collaboration is on the rise; Network Rail promises a partnering approach in its new framework; and a warning that carbon reduction policy risks legal challenge. Legal terms explained Isabella Salame of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP explains what is meant by non-delegable duties.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 29, 2018

We know contractors are always looking for ways to gain a competitive edge. At Viewpoint, we work with contractors every day to help them find the best solutions for their organizations and we know these professionals are committed to improvement. Contractors Turning to Alternative Construction Solutions Amid Workforce Shortage.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

The two most common liability insurance policies for contractors are general liability and professional liability. It can pay for medical costs and legal fees. This coverage protects businesses from third-party lawsuits and pays legal fees for the defense of allegations of slander or libel.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 30, 2013

Just eight years after opening the Santiago Calatrava-designed City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, Spain, local authorities say the seven-building complex is falling apart, according to a report by The Telegraph.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 11, 2024

Compliance with these regulations ensures fair competition and transparency while avoiding legal pitfalls. Understanding Public Procurement Regulations Public procurement regulations are designed to create a fair and transparent process for acquiring goods and services by government entities. 9184 and GPPB Guidelines.

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Construction Law

JUNE 3, 2024

News Our regular news round up focusses on a disputes survey that suggests artificial intelligence will have an impact on contracts sooner than many think; a Labour Party plan that involves scrapping the IPA and the NIC; and a landmark legal victory for the government that forces a freeholder to fix serious building safety issues in a tower block.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) contractors must protect their business property while reducing the odds that a job-related accident or injury could financially harm their business. HVAC contractor insurance is the primary way to help protect your financial interest if things go wrong on the job.

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Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2022

From coordinating with clients to organizing contractors to liaising with material providers, projects can quickly spiral out of control with poor organization and planning. With construction management software, everyone in your company—and even some of your contractors—will be able to stay in touch throughout the project.

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BD+C

AUGUST 28, 2023

Rebekah Schranck, AIA Contractors Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Architects Building Owners Construction Administration presents its fair share of challenges in the architectural industry, from managing clients' change of heart in the midst of construction to dealing with contractors that are reluctant to revise their work.

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Construction AIA Architecture Contractors 81

Construction Law Monitor

NOVEMBER 9, 2010

Sometimes the best blog posts and legal articles are the simplest. Take, for example, a post from early October by Joshua Glazov on his Construction Law Today blog , where he simply cites a 1941 quote from US Supreme Court Justice Robert Jackson : The legal profession, like many another, tends to become over-professionalized.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 17, 2018

Contractors today deal with challenging projects, often with multiple performance obligations. The new GAAP revenue recognition standards developed by the Financial Accounting Standards Board are here, and these standards are designed with complex projects in mind. Here are some of the important steps: . Identify the Contract.

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 30, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. He is a partner in the law firm of Sabo & Zahn, concentrating in construction law and representing owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers and other parties in the construction process. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 5, 2019

Initial basic intent was to speed procurement via the pre-selection of a pool of pre-qualified contractors, however, in may cases has evolved into an elimination of checks and bases associated with traditional procurement methods. Prequalified shortlist of contractors that bid on multiple projects. T and M Basics. •

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Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

Breaking these specs can occur for various reasons, including cost reductions, design changes, or logistical challenges. This can involve selecting alternative materials or changing design elements to achieve cost savings. Design Changes Projects often evolve, and design changes are a common reason for spec breaking.

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Construction Project Management Schedule Budgeting 52

Constructonomics

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Building safety is at the forefront of the minds of every building contractor, site manager, architect, designer and building owner from a project’s start to completion. Immediate Legal Compliance. Under The Fire Safety Order for England and Wales (full details of which can be found of the Gov.uk

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 12, 2017

Job Order Contracting benefits all participants and stakeholders – facilities management, DPW, engineering, real property owners, facility users, procurement, contractors and oversight groups. Lower Design Costs. Virtual Elimination of Legal Disputes. Shorter Overall Project Delivery Time. Higher Constructability.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 25, 2018

Building shape, size and height • Design method. Site restrictions developer/contractor. Legal fees • Soil and environmental tests. Special design consultants • Land surveys. Legal fees • Soil and environmental tests. Special design consultants • Land surveys. Location • Extent of site works.

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cnstrctr

JANUARY 4, 2020

It is a legally binding document that the groups agree to at the start of a project and are held accountable to throughout. As not every project is the same, there are various types of contracts between the owner and contractor which depending upon which is chosen can change your responsibilities drastically.

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Contract Construction Finance Documentation 88

Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 28, 2022

Following award of the contract to the successful bidder, immediate concerns arose regarding the design. The contractor’s president believed there was a defect in the design and he began to offer suggestions on redesign. The contractor submitted numerous RFI’s, to which the government responded. The Decision.

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Contract New Hampshire Contractors Office 62

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

It’s both frustrating and costly for contractors when a construction project is postponed. This helps contractors complete their construction deliverables on time and within budget. As a contractor, misquoting a job estimate can be massively detrimental; some jobs are shut down for weeks, months or even dropped altogether.

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Construction Software Software Estimating 237

ENR Construction

JULY 31, 2012

Legal Fallout Spreads from Trainor Glass Default. Description: General Contractor McCarthy Building Cos. Specialty contractor innovation. Building Types. Construction Methods. Sustainability. Haiti Reconstruction. Economic Stimulus. Safety & Health. Banking & Credit Crisis. Project Delivery. Ethics & Corruption.

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Levelset

JUNE 3, 2022

Construction contractors face potential loss with each project they take on. When a loss occurs, it can put a real crunch on a contractor’s cash flow. Project loss insurance has the potential to save contractors from devastating project losses, no matter the cause. It also helps contractors manage cash flow during a loss.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 31, 2019

However, most investors and contractors don’t seem to realize this until they find themselves in the midst of such a problem. In fact, some projects end up being aborted simply because the contractor and the property owner could not agree on certain issues. Solving a dispute is much easier than preventing it in the first place.

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HardHatChat

APRIL 24, 2023

As a National General Contractor working across multiple verticals in the commercial construction space, we understand the challenges (COVID and Supply Chain) facing our retail, restaurant, hospitality, and senior housing clients. One key area includes the learning curve for municipalities and state laws.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 5, 2015

Success in construction requires more than design, technical and managerial skills; one must be fully conversant with numerous aspects of construction law in order to fully understand one’s rights and responsibilities. Read more.'

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Construction Law

JULY 1, 2024

Legal terms explained Isabella Salame of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP examines what is meant by unforeseen ground conditions. Guest Editor Paul-Raphael Shehadeh of Duane Morris draws on the work of a CIA analyst to examine how sure lawyers might be when they advise clients of the chances of success in legal actions.

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Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

Additionally, the basics and essentials of budgeting, finance, organisation, scheduling, conflicts, and legal issues are also covered by the project manager. Construction management starts with a project owner sharing project information to contractors and subcontractors in order to solicit bids. The process.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 8, 2024

It ensures that the procurement process adheres to legal requirements, industry standards, and best practices, thus mitigating risks and promoting efficiency. These policies should outline the procurement process, roles and responsibilities, and criteria for selecting suppliers and contractors.

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