BD+C

JUNE 3, 2024

Thad Berkes, Chief Cost Estimator Contractors Designers Construction Costs One of the major hurdles that we attempt to forecast for our commercial construction projects is escalation. Preparing for add and deduct alternates is essential; add alternates are preferred with contractors being more aggressive to do more work.

Forecasting 52

Forecasting Estimating Commercial Materials 52

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 29, 2019

For 38 years now, the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) has been supporting the construction industry by providing unparalleled financial and operational management education, networking and growth and development opportunities for construction professionals.

CFMA 147

CFMA Conference Viewpoint Construction 147

Levelset

APRIL 7, 2022

Contractors often get a bad rap. While homeowners know they need a contractor to repair their house after a storm, complete a renovation, or build their dream home, they’ve heard the stories. They can come in expecting contractors to take advantage of them. 8 ways for contractors to build trust with a homeowner.

Contractors 52

Contractors Lien Education Housing 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 31, 2018

A critical role of a Owner JOC Program Manager is the ability to review and negotiate JOC Contractor Estimates. Here are just a few of the tasks that an owner JOC program manager must perform to assure a fair and reasonable price is being charged by the JOC contractor, scope of work is correct, and that adequate funds are available.

Management 100

Management Estimating Negotiation Documentation 100

Wolgast Corporation

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The Clients were educated people who knew a lot about their line of business, but never had an opportunity to learn about construction practices. What is Design-Build In a nutshell, The Design-Build method is classified by the Architect and Contractor being on the same team.

Design 62

Design Bidding Budgeting Budget 62

Carol Hagen

MAY 11, 2012

When it comes to sharing documents, the Portable Document Format (PDF) is the standard. Looking at how construction teams collaborate on plans, revise project designs and work in the field, documents must be easily accessed and kept up to date as they are referenced frequently for a variety of tasks.

Documentation 120

Documentation Contractors Construction AutoCAD 120

Job Order Contracting

JULY 26, 2017

16 Things Every Contractor Should Know When Bidding a Job Order Contract is just an introduction to anyone interested in JOC. Typically, what kind of information is given to the general contractor to put together a price and approximately how often does each occur? Is it the general contractor? Learn more… 1.

Bidding 100

Bidding Contract Contractors Electrical 100

Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 29, 2018

But only one professional organization, the American Institute of Constructors (AIC), has developed a comprehensive two-level constructor certification that covers all types of project delivery and contract methods for both general and specialty contractors. and relevant project experience. and relevant project experience.

Management 122

Management Certification AIC Construction 122

Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

Construction management starts with a project owner sharing project information to contractors and subcontractors in order to solicit bids. Contractors and subcontractors give project owners their cost estimates for the project to be completed. master plan, education brief)? Are all contract documents signed? The process.

Project Management 148

Project Management Management Construction Feasibility 148

Contractor Magazine

JULY 23, 2012

Contractor Magazine. Plumbing Contractor. Piping Contractor. Moran Fire Protection educates customers online. Moran Fire Protection educates customers online. This website is a fire protection information hub for the storage occupancy, residential, commercial, retail, industrial, healthcare, and education markets.

Education 48

Education Inspections Resource Documentation 48

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 13, 2019

The OpenJOC(TM) Solution streamlines construction procurement and project delivery by integrating LEAN processes with locally researched unit price detailed line item construction task cost data, and supporting Program, Project, Estimate, Document, Contractor, Subcontractor and Task/Issue and Management.

Procurement 100

Procurement Construction Renovating BIM 100

Carol Hagen

DECEMBER 3, 2010

Records retention is paramount in avoiding violations and construction firms must prepare and educate more than just their Human Resources and Payroll departments. It is likely that your standard systems will not track or produce all the necessary documentation.

Contractors 120

Contractors Las Vegas San Francisco Phoenix 120

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Implemented by… Federal Government (most experienced and successful), Education, Healthcare, County/State/Local Government (in early learning curve phase). Fully Defined and Documented Roles, Responsibilities, and Workflows ( Job Order Contract Execution Guide / Operations Manual ) – Examples – Procedures for.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Renovating Overhead 100

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 21, 2016

Selecting a Job Order Contracting Consultant should always be done with goal of long term benefit to ALL JOC Program participants… Owners, Contractors, Subcontractors, Building Users, and Oversight Groups. JOC Program Contractor Selection Support. JOC Education, Training, and Support. Verify JOC Contractor Proposals.

Consulting 100

Consulting Contract Education Software 100

Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Some decisions are within their area of expertise, others are an educated guess, while even more require an outside source to help direct them. On one team, the architect and contractor work together with the owner to define the project, develop the design, and construct the building. This happens through a three-phased approach.

Risk 62

Risk Construction Bidding Schedule 62

Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Through site visits, inspections, compliance audits and education and advice sessions, the ABCC is able to closely observe contractors. There is the conundrum of the head office trying to implement a change, only for those in the field to see it as too onerous — thus not doing much to implement the documented procedures.

Software 130

Software Software Management Construction 130

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2017

Survey information obtained from both real property owners and construction contractors spans construction performance, administrative support, owner-contractor relationships, and overall satisfaction. Reward achievement through an appropriate recognition – example – additional work for contractor.

Products 100

Products Construction Life Cycle Contract 100

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

It aims to continually improve all facets of operations, including productivity , an area that has become a key performance indicator for contractors. That’s an appealing goal for construction, where waste such as errors and rework can derail timelines and budgets, a problem for both contractors and customers. That sounds great, right?

Construction 201

Construction Project Management Management Contractors 201

Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 22, 2014

At networking events, construction contractors have asked me if we are cheaper than a virtual bookkeeper is. The time contractors save can be used to do things only they can do like meeting with clients, scheduling jobs and riding herd over apprentices. Click here to learn what contractors need in QuickBooks setup.

Contractors 48

Contractors Accounting Office Documentation 48

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 19, 2016

Documented procedures, workflows, internal and external control procedures and other requirements associated with a JOB ORDER CONTRACT (JOC) are critical to assuring compliance and a successful program. The following is example is for generic educational purposes. Contractors. Contractor Proposal-Sample. SAMPLE OUTLINE.

Contract 100

Contract Documentation Contractors Negotiation 100

Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 15, 2013

At networking events contractors have asked me about the risks of someone working in an undisclosed location handling their construction bookkeeping records. Because when, not if, any one of those things happen your contractors bookkeeping services needs will be way down the list of what is important. Virtual Bookkeepers.

Contractors 49

Contractors Accounting Office Documentation 49

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 13, 2016

Project, Estimate, & Document Management. 4BT-CE makes sharing of projects, estimates, and documents between owners, clients, contractors and subcontractors a snap… and cost effective! Maintain and access documents in the latest version. Job Order Contracting – Cloud-based Solution.

Contract 100

Contract Estimating Project Management Documentation 100

ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

Earn Continuing Education Credits. Laser Scanning Enhances Quality and Cuts Costs for Contractors. Description: Contractors see new, lower-cost systems as the future of as-built documentation, especially for firms performing renovations and additions. Specialty contractor innovation. Book Reviews. Social Media.

Contractors 65

Contractors FAQ News Education 65

Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

According to a report by Home Builders Institute (HBI), the educational arm of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), 61% of residential home builders reported a worker shortage in early 2021. How to Develop a Committed Trade Contractor Base. Trade Contractors. Are Your Trades Keeping Busy or Are They Doing Busywork?

Residential 98

Residential Software Software Contractors 98

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 15, 2017

Proper selection of a JOC consultant and tools , professional JOC Program set-up, internal controls, and education/training improve your job order contract. Work scopes, government estimates, contractor’s proposals, awarded task orders, and contractor invoices are logically progressive, consistent and clear.

Contract 100

Contract Estimating Contractors Negotiation 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 4, 2022

But in all seriousness, with the hundreds and thousands of steps and documents needed to complete just one project, as-builts might be overlooked for their importance. As-built drawings are documents that make it easy to compare and contrast between designed and final specifications. Why Should Contractors Care? Key Takeaways.

Drawings 52

Drawings Documentation Renovating Permits 52

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Contractors across the globe are modernizing their own operations to keep pace with modern demands. The construction industry is in the midst of a significant digital shift, adopting new cloud-based technologies and operational innovations that are helping contractors realize previously untapped potential,” Kotzabasakis said.

Viewpoint 180

Viewpoint Software Software Accounting 180

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 17, 2018

That’s why we are dedicating an entire educational track just for you at this year’s Viewpoint Collaborate User Conference, Oct. In this session, we’ll illustrate the value of workflow documentation and provide examples of how best-in-class contractors develop and document standardize workflow. 15-18 in Portland, Ore.

Conference 140

Conference Viewpoint Software Software 140

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 11, 2018

We’ve seen more contractors turning to digital collaboration tools that connect their teams and reduce the headaches associated with paper-based processes. Once you’ve chosen a project, educate the people involved about the software. Educate your whole team about the construction software’s benefits.

Software 130

Software Software Plans Construction 130

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 12, 2016

As a Facility Solutions consultant and JOC solutions vendor we bring comfort to public sector users, awarded JOC contractors, and oversight groups by sharing best management practice knowledge and providing work flows and tools for Job Order Contract development. and implementation. independent government estimating (IGE).

Contract 100

Contract Certification Estimating Budgeting 100

Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

However, even though construction projects are abundant, 60 percent of contractors are still finding it difficult to attract skilled workers. To secure workers before they even leave the halls of education, some companies are offering internships with the possibility of guaranteed hire upon graduation.

Viewpoint 212

Viewpoint Software Software Resource 212

Construction Lawyer

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

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. New AIA documents and Arbitration.

AIA 40

AIA Documentation Illinois Chicago 40

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 4, 2017

Unfortunately, if an Owner or Facilities Manager is not educated on the topic and relies exclusively upon a JOC consultant, major problems are common. Contractor’s percentage has declined 31% since program inception, significantly decreasing the likelihood contractors are able to make a profit. Approximately $1.9

Contract 100

Contract Project Management Consulting Long Beach 100

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 25, 2017

Job Order Contract Documents. Number of JOC contractors. Contractor requirements/qualifications/evaluation. The What, Why and How of Job Order Contracting (JOC) – CEFPI Educational Brief. JOC Unit Price Book – Type, Data Architecture (CSI Masterformat), update strategy. Technical Specifications to be reference.

Contract 100

Contract Life Cycle BIM Procurement 100

Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 16, 2014

He was a simple man without a lot of formal education and yet one of the wisest men I have ever known. We have a contractors bookkeeping system that handles all of this and more. #2 2 - Who will be doing the bookkeeping and how current is their education? Here is his story in his own words: Remodel Contractor - Edmonds, WA. "

Contractors 48

Contractors Accounting Office US 48

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 9, 2017

Data is certainly important, especially actionable detailed transparent and objective sourced information, shared among all participants (FM, contractor, AEs, building users…) at early stages and throughout end-of-life. Continuous education, improvement, and collaboration drive better outcomes. Continuous Improvement.

Contract 100

Contract Products Life Cycle Procurement 100

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 5, 2017

The course covers the elements of JOC; task order scoping; task order proposal requesting, receiving, reviewing, evaluation, negotiation, and documentation; task order placement by ordering officers; key JOC management issues; and contract administration procedures under JOC. Notes: Additional Job Order Contracting Educational Resources.

Contract 100

Contract US Engineering Office 100