Construction Dive

OCTOBER 22, 2015

By Bruce Jervis Prime contractors enjoy a lot of leverage when awarding subcontracts. One way they utilize this advantage is to specify the forum and governing law for any claim or dispute under the subcontract. This is costly and inconvenient for the sub. And, the governing law may be less favorable.

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Claims Subcontracting Contractors Design 48

Construction Dive

AUGUST 24, 2017

An owner-contractor agreement calls for binding arbitration, but the subcontracts do not, allowing suits in court. The designers have no agreements with the constructors and no incentive to coordinate dispute resolution mechanisms. Read more.

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Subcontracting Agreement Contractors Industrial 48

NH Construction Law

MARCH 28, 2024

The reason is not hard to fathom: under the statute “the owner is to hold back from the principal contractor the amount due the sub-contractor” to pay such claims, Cudworth v. Bostwick , 69 N.H. 536, 537 (1898), and owners need to know the amount of those claims in order to do so intelligently.

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Lien Accounting Claims New Hampshire 40

Construction Cost Estimating

JULY 15, 2013

The building contractors should also adopt this cloud based technology to get the freedom for getting information from many locations through mobile devices. Dexter & Chaney lately launched a cloud-based service management and dispatch software tool designed for contractors.

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Contractors Software Software Inventory 65

Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Proper insurance coverage is an important risk management tool for contractors, subcontractors, project owners/developers and design professionals. This was a hard lesson learned by a contractor recently in Vivify Construction v. The insurance policy provided “Additional Insured” coverage for the contractor.

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Insurance Subcontracting Injury Construction 54

Construction Dive

OCTOBER 28, 2012

By Bruce Jervis When a private company -- designer, constructor or manager -- contracts with a government entity, should that company’s dealings with other private companies be a matter of public record? The contract called for the design, management and construction of public schools.

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Contract Subcontracting Documentation Minnesota 48

Construction Junkie

OCTOBER 21, 2020

As the name also suggests, Sage Intacct Construction was designed with the construction industry specifically in mind, and includes functionality and reporting tools that are unique to the industry. Reports within the dashboard have many different configurations to meet your needs.

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Sage Management ProCore Construction 145

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 30, 2017

The appropriate selection of independent, objective, and experienced JOC consultant to assist in program design, implementation, and management can provide significant value to JOC owners and contractors. Contractor Phase-In Plan. Contractor Phase-Out Plan. Evaluation of Contractor Performance. INTRODUCTION.

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Construction Cost Estimating

OCTOBER 30, 2014

The Construction Estimator and Bidding mobile app is designed for contractors , service companies, salespeople and estimators to quickly create on-site estimates for construction and repair projects. The app allows to quantify material , labor, subcontract and other costs needed to complete a construction project.

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Estimating Mobility Bidding Subcontracting 45

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

administration of the Job Order Contract (JOC), a Contract designed to provide the ORGANIZATION NAME with a flexible and responsive contractual capability in support of their renovation, repair, and minor new construction services needs. The Contractor must take these costs into account when proposing the. DEFINITIONS. authorization.

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Levelset

APRIL 15, 2022

Mayer Building Company is a New Orleans-based general contractor that specializes in commercial construction and historic renovations. In short, the company has a wealth of experience in preserving New Orleans’ historic architecture, as well as designing, building, and renovating commercial spaces. . Read a sample subcontract.

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Resource Lien Documentation Change Orders 97

Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

By Bruce Jervis Subcontractors are, of course, responsible for compliance with the project design. If a prime contractor incurs costs as a result of a sub’s noncompliant work, the prime may seek reimbursement through a contractual indemnification action.

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Subcontracting Insurance Texas Claims 58

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 21, 2022

When a general contractor has a project to deliver, they will split it up into packages, such as drywall, plumbing, or mechanics, and invite subcontractors to bid on specific parts of the job defined by these specialties. . At this stage, contractors are requested to submit a proposal or tender. Subcontracting. Bid Submission.

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Bidding Construction Contractors Contract 52

Levelset

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Plumbing contractors should include business insurance as an integral part of their financial strategy. With numerous policies available, the plumbing contractor’s insurance landscape offers many ways for you to protect your physical and financial business assets. Why plumbing contractors need insurance. Worker injury.

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Insurance Liability Injury Compensation 52

Contractor Bookkeeping

FEBRUARY 14, 2014

A lot of contractors would like to subcontract out their bookkeeping services and the two main reasons they don''t is fear of losing control and cost. Click the button below to get right to the Frequently Asked Questions About Outsourced Contractors Bookkeeping Services. Contractors Bookkeeping Services Questions.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

This broader category of commercial insurance is designed to cover things like building materials, tools, or equipment, regardless of where these items travel. . Every contractor or sub purchases construction materials that eventually become part of the completed standing structure. Who needs installation floater insurance?

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Insurance Liability Risk Materials 52

Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

But because of the inherent dangers on construction jobsites, contractors are under close scrutiny for compliance. Top 10 OSHA violations by contractors. Many of the citations stem from improper use or unsafe setup of ladders – we’ve all seen workers jerry-rigging a ladder for something other than what it was designed for.

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OSHA Inspections Construction Safety 52

Help Everybody Everyday

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

General Contractor. Trade Or Specialty Contractor. When a general contractor is hired to build a project, they typically “hold the contracts.” But they’ll also have contracts with trade or specialty contractors who are building specific pieces of the project (like the electrical work, for example).

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Industrial Construction Bidding Renovating 149

Building Information Management

MAY 20, 2015

By Massachusetts Contractors on May 19, 2015 – [link]. We’re having lots of great discussions between our office (base CE) and our 2 SABER contractors. Can you talk a bit about how that experience plays into 4Clicks design and software? One of your most popular tools for contractors is the e4Clicks. Contact Us.

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Estimating Massachusetts Contractors Life Cycle 40

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 13, 2015

SmithGroup was the architect and responsibility for design. Clark Construction was the general contractor. Permapost had a subcontract to apply pressure-treated PolyClear 2000 preservative to the Parallams. One of SmithGroup’s design elements for the project was the use of external Parallams.

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Foundation Liability Maryland Claims 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 11, 2021

For the Contractor, there’s little price security from fixed-price Subcontracts that you get when packaging regular construction scope. That means risk is high, and contractors must plan carefully. These can typically be circa 10-20% of the project cost. . A better way with Autodesk Construction Cloud.

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Cash Flow Forecasting Autodesk Construction 52

Building Information Management

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Job Order Contracting (JOC) was born of the United States military contracting world, where small construction projects were taking up to 18 months and 20 per cent of project budget to design and procure. Contractors bid a coefficient, which is applied to the UPB to arrive at contractual prices. For instance, if a contractor’s bid is.97,

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Contract Procurement United States Subcontracting 45

HardHatChat

JUNE 21, 2012

So keep in mind, the best general contractors may not always give you the numbers you want to hear, but they are the numbers you need to hear to make sure you are building the best retail development in the best location. Should You Hire A Commercial General Contractor Who Works For a Competing Brand? Construction contractor.

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Retail Commercial Chicago Leases 216

Construction Cost Estimating

NOVEMBER 25, 2014

Construction Forms screenshot Construction Forms for Excel are designed to facilitate contracting and administrative tasks for construction work and projects. The package of over 140 purpose built forms are customizable Excel templates and documents addressing all areas of construction contract work.

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Lien Change Orders Construction Estimating 45

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 5, 2017

Things Contractors Should Know About Job Order Contracts. As a construction contractor considering a Job Order Contract (JOC), it is critical to be aware that all JOCs are not the same. Here are a just a few things contractors should know about job order contracts. Separate demolition line items should be included.

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Contract Contractors Consulting Software 100

Building Information Management

JULY 31, 2014

Key characteristics of productive and collaborative construction delivery methods are as follows: Early involvement of project participants (architects, owners, building users, contractors, engineers, business product manufactures, oversight groups). BIM is NOT about design. Life-cycle cost vs. first-cost focus.

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Products Life Cycle Procurement Construction 40

Best Practices Construction Law

DECEMBER 6, 2013

The underlying dispute related to a subcontract agreement on a construction project located on Fort Hood in Texas. When the general contractor did not pay the subcontractor for its work, the subcontractor filed a lawsuit in federal court in Texas based upon diversity jurisdiction (. 3d 736 (5th Cir. Forum selection clause. Trial court.

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Virginia Texas Construction Subcontracting 48

Construction Cost Estimating

JUNE 21, 2010

Now-a-days projects are very complex, and the best possible quote is treated as a compelling criterion for selection of a contractor. In traditional design-bid-build, price is considered to be the primary factor for determining who will win the project.

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Bidding Estimating Construction Documentation 40

Best Practices Construction Law

APRIL 8, 2013

The dispute relates to a subcontract agreement on a construction project located on Fort Hood in Texas. When the general contractor did not pay the subcontractor for its work, the subcontractor filed a lawsuit in federal court in Texas based upon diversity jurisdiction (. 3d 736 (5th Cir. 2012) cert. Forum selection clause. Ricoh Corp.

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Virginia Texas Construction Subcontracting 48

Construction Lawyer

JULY 20, 2012

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. In BMD Contractors v. 3d 643 (May 11, 2012, amended July 13, 2012), the owner became insolvent and unable to pay the general contractor.

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Illinois Subcontracting Liability AIA 40

Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

Architects and engineers spend countless hours attempting to design and specify their projects completely. Contractors spend millions of dollars attempting to be a low bidder. Out of the need to solve this problem was born the idea of having an agreed-upon database of construction costs for both owner and contractor.

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Contract United States Estimating Bidding 40

Job Order Contracting

JULY 29, 2021

Lean Construction – Overcoming decades of mistrust, lack of communication, and opposition between facilities owners, designers, engineers, and builders… possible? Design-Bid-Build. Traditional design-bid-build (DBB) delivery process with design, bidding, and construction in separate, sequential steps.

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Design Bidding Engineering Construction 130

Construction Specifier

JUNE 13, 2021

Specifications originally intended for design bid-build (DBB) projects require significant revisions to be suitable for design-build or integrated project delivery (IPD). Greater challenges arise when adapting DBB source documents for design-build. Design-build contractual relationships. Images courtesy HDR.

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EJCDC Design Documentation Contract 52

Construction Law Monitor

NOVEMBER 2, 2011

I had a speaking engagement today here in Kenner, Louisiana (a suburb of New Orleans) whereby I had the pleasure of speaking to a group of contractors and architects regarding construction contracts. Contracts between prime/general contractors and their subcontractors make up a vital link in the construction project chain.

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Contract Change Orders Lien Contractors 56

Rory Woolsey

MAY 31, 2012

” I get this question a lot from my architect friends when helping them budget their projects through the design process. Beyond this, the installing contractor’s overhead(s) and profit will need to be added. The bare costs here will represent that which is “bare” to the general contractor.

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Estimating Overhead Profitability Construction 40

Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

Now-a-days technological innovations have forced electrical contractors to adopt innovative methods to estimate the amount and cost of electricity in a better, faster and accurate way. Includes a huge database of electrical-specific items for electrical contractors and estimators. TeamLink Portal will facilitate contractors and ho.

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Electrical Estimating Software Software 45

Building Information Management

AUGUST 10, 2012

Lisa Cooley Associates and its Partners can help Owners make the decisions and set up JOC programs in a way that improves staff efficiency and that of your contractors. JOC-specific requirements will be incorporated to clearly communicate contractor expectations. Strategic Planning for JOC. Procurement Assistance. Ongoing Assessment.

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Contract Resource Procurement Project Management 40