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How BIM Helps General Contractors Win More Business

Construction Business Owner

How BIM Helps General Contractors Win More Business. Technology is making vast improvements in the way general contractors (GCs) plan and build projects, paving the way for a reimagined future. Technology is making vast improvements in the way general contractors (GCs) plan and build projects, paving the way for a reimagined future.

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Why It’s Time for Contractors to Adopt Collaborative BIM

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Many contractors have been using this 3D design method for years now to improve collaboration, often with impressive results for efficiency and ROI. The JBKnowledge 2017 Construction Technology Report , which covers topics such as software adoption and IT investment, reveals some interesting—and perhaps a little troubling—insights about BIM.

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Bluebeam Revu Tips: Estimating Wall Area

Carol Hagen

Painting and wall contractors find estimating take-offs easy when the wall area can be calculated quickly. I’d use this method if I were a general contractor or a wall and flooring contractor. For more Bluebeam estimating tips you may want to read these previous posts: Estimating and Layers.

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BIM based visual estimation with Quantity takeoff Software

Construction Cost Estimating

BIM based computerized quantity take-off and cost-estimating solution has flourished in the last 4-5 years. Quantity take off procedure can be enhanced with BIM as estimate of the quantities are derived from BIM models and the model contains the information on all the objects in the building in addition to their dimensions.

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How to Do a Takeoff in Construction: A Step-by-Step Guide   

Autodesk Construction Cloud

With rising material costs and razor-thin margins, construction professionals must ensure that project costs and materials are precisely estimated so they can make accurate projections and optimize their bids. . While each project is unique, estimators often rely on years of knowledge of what materials are required to complete the project.

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BIM based visual estimation with Quantity takeoff Software

Construction Cost Estimating

BIM based computerized quantity take-off and cost-estimating solution has flourished in the last 4-5 years. Quantity take off procedure can be enhanced with BIM as estimate of the quantities are derived from BIM models and the model contains the information on all the objects in the building in addition to their dimensions.

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Continuous Job Cost and Billing Data for Project Managers

Viewpoint Construction Technology

This leaves project managers guessing as to their gain/loss versus the original contract estimate and their over/under billing. Thankfully, modern construction software solutions are providing the tools to solve these issues, as well as streamlining processes through automation and intuitive workflows.