Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Without a doubt, photo documentation is one of the most essential aspects of field reporting and field tracking. This is why it is important that all stakeholders take extremely detailed photos that document every step of their work on site. That being said, photo documentation is one of your biggest assets in this effort.

Documentation 117

Documentation Claims Construction Site 117

cnstrctr

AUGUST 10, 2019

When I first started my career in the construction industry I had no idea what a construction project manager was or did. So what exactly is a construction project manager and what do they do on a project? They manage the trades, financials, schedule, quality and administration.

Project Management 74

Project Management Management Construction Schedule 74

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 28, 2018

All Project Management, Asset Management and Facility Management activities are always updated and available wherever you are so you can make the right decision at the right time. Project Management. Document Management. Building explorer. Notifications & Messages. Asset Information Model.

Project Management 100

Project Management Management Life Cycle Documentation 100

Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

The construction industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation as it embraces the digital age. Due to the quick adoption of new tools and technologies, keeping competitive and being successful in the current environment of the construction industry are now closely related to implementing technological innovations.

Innovation 254

Innovation Construction Safety Budgeting 254

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 10, 2022

OpenBUILD(TM) is The ONLY Construction Integrated Project Delivery Solution with Locally Researched Cost Visibility with Program Management, Contract Management, Proposal/Bid/Estimate Management, Workorder Management , Project Management, Document Management, Team Management, Issues/Task Management, Workflow Management, and BIM integration.

Procurement 221

Procurement Construction BIM Change Orders 221

Carol Hagen

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

Update September 27, 2010: Project Manager views Job Alerts on iPad using Corecon Mobile. Update: Project Manager uses iPhone to access construction documentation. Construction Project Managers main line of communication is their mobile device. The list is impressive: iPhone 3G Project Menu.

Project Management 196

Project Management Mobility CoreCon Management 196

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 24, 2013

One article I came across talked about “Cloud Wars” – how cloud computing services, particularly data and document storage services, can no longer survive by just providing “dumb” storage. Document storage is now a commodity and document sharing has been made easier with cloud computing and web-based access.

Documentation 130

Documentation Management Retail Conference 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 14, 2022

For those working in infrastructure, there are always projects to address, like designing signals and traction power or performing maintenance. . Isabel Harlan , Senior Engineer and Project Manager at Hatch LTK , has learned to expect unexpected challenges in engineering. Engineer & Project Manager, Hatch LTK.

Project Management 52

Project Management Engineering Management Autodesk 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Overseeing large and complex construction projects requires quite a bit of skill and experience. Aside from industry and project knowledge, you need solid leadership and management skills to navigate unique challenges and ensure successful outcomes. During that project, my boss, the VP of Development, retired.

Design 80

Design Autodesk Construction Management 80

Lets Build

DECEMBER 16, 2022

These types of defects can be particularly expensive; it’s not uncommon to only notice material defects after a contractor uses them in the project. Design defects. Design defects are a result of the design team failing to produce organised and accurate construction documents. Inefficient document distribution.

Documentation 148

Documentation Construction Inspections Site 148

Pro Builder

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Project Manager Workloads: How Much Is Enough? Note: Front-line field superintendents are known by many names, but for this column, I’ll refer to them as project managers or PMs. A project manager with 20 years’ experience should be able to handle more units than one with five years on the job. Scott Sedam.

Project Management 52

Project Management Management Schedule Site 52

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2021

What exactly determines the success of each construction project? Certainly, projects aren’t declared a success simply because they’ve hit the finish line. Each milestone or phase — from design to plan to build — requires many data handover cycles, increasing opportunities for rework. Enhancing Collaboration Upfront.

Modeling 209

Modeling Environment Autodesk BIM 209

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 30, 2019

With baby boomers retiring in droves and younger workers wary of an industry they view as boring, dangerous and vulnerable after years of double-digit unemployment rates, any way to quell those perceptions is welcome. Technology is one of the few ways the industry has made inroads with effectively addressing the skilled labor shortage.

Industrial 149

Industrial New York City Construction Safety 149

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 8, 2023

Designed to provide construction professionals with the latest tips and tricks in technology, Digital Builder Tech Tips will help you advance your everyday technology workflows. How to Embrace Construction Innovations Across Your Org In this episode, we delve into the world of technological innovations in the construction industry.

Autodesk 98

Autodesk Construction Documentation Risk 98

Lets Build

AUGUST 12, 2020

In construction, documentation is always key. As a Project Manager, you need to be able at any time to retrieve critical data that will allow you to efficiently manage claims in your projects. Otherwise, your project can become vulnerable against any type of claim. And the worst part? It really isn’t.

Claims 148

Claims Management Project Management Construction 148

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 15, 2023

In the fast-paced and intricate world of project management, having the right tools and technologies can make all the difference. Hodari Africa , a leading project management firm, recognised the limitations of traditional document-sharing platforms and sought a more robust solution to enhance their construction workflows.

Autodesk 124

Autodesk Construction Project Management Environment 124

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. Without an effective project management tool, this probably means a whole lot of emails, spreadsheets, notebooks, and, perhaps most importantly, mental energy.

Software 148

Software Software Management Construction 148

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 6, 2023

This is why many firms rely on enterprise resource planning (ERP) software to effectively connect tasks like job costing and project management. Unfortunately, most ERP and accounting software aren't built for construction project managers. In order to create a seamless experience, we need a connection to our ERP.

Autodesk 98

Autodesk Management Construction Accounting 98

Lets Build

JULY 21, 2023

Lack of standardised training & processes It’s no secret that there’s a lack of skilled trade workers right now, which presents many problems in the industry. Inadequate documentation Poor document management is a massive detriment to a project’s quality, leading to defects, delays, rework, and overruns.

Documentation 78

Documentation Change Orders Construction Inspections 78

Lets Build

JULY 21, 2023

Lack of standardised training & processes It’s no secret that there’s a lack of skilled trade workers right now, which presents many problems in the industry. Inadequate documentation Poor document management is a massive detriment to a project’s quality, leading to defects, delays, rework, and overruns.

Documentation 78

Documentation Change Orders Construction Inspections 78

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2018

Even as technology and modern processes are changing the way contractors have traditionally done business, the construction industry as a whole is still trying to shake off a big productivity gap. Construction organizations are relying on modern software for accounting, field management, project management, bid management, design and more.

Viewpoint 184

Viewpoint Project Management Software Software 184

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

The ability to successfully account for and manage change during a project lies in an organization’s leadership and level of maturity relative to its strategies, processes, goals, and resources. As people naturally resist change, it is up to leadership to embrace and support change management. CHANGE MANAGEMENT.

Project Management 161

Project Management Capterra Organization Management 161

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Every year, Autodesk University (AU) brings industry knowledge to light, leaving construction professionals from across the globe with a wealth of actionable insights. Jump to industry learning: Great decisions require access to great data. Modern construction cost management relies on connected workflows. That includes $88.69

Autodesk 52

Autodesk Industrial Construction BIM 52

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

Characteristics of Strategic Collaboration and Efficient Construction Project Delivery. The benefits of strategic collaboration vs. traditional construction planning, procurement, and project delivery are well documented and partially listed below (Chan et al., Lower project related cost growth. Management, 6(3), 159-168.

Construction 222

Construction Project Management Engineering Management 222

Construction Enquirer

JULY 5, 2023

Standards body BSI haslaunched a new whitepaper on how to minimise risks in infrastructure projects. Experts suggest that a better approach to scope development and managing risk and contractual change could save up to £25bn a year on projects.

Infrastructure 82

Infrastructure Bidding Procurement Risk 82

Carol Hagen

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

Editing PDFs is a daily occurance in the construction industry. Everyday PDFs are instrumental in the construction conversation to show mark ups on Microsoft Office documents, interactively draw on tablet PCs and then share these PDFs on Servers. It then sets a pointer to the document in the ECM where the original document resided.

Industrial 142

Industrial Documentation CAD Estimating 142

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

You need to always be one step ahead of your project manager and communicate critical issues to them before they turn into threats to the project. Free ebook: Why WhatsApp and Excel aren’t enough for running complex construction projects. Read also: 10 helpful tips for project managers.

Site 158

Site Project Management Schedule Claims 158

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

GAO, 2009 The associated processes for developing a credible construction cost estimate are equally well documented. “Despite the fact that these basic characteristics have been published and known for decades, we find that many agencies still lack the ability to develop cost estimates that can satisfy them”. –

Estimating 217

Estimating CSI Life Cycle Construction 217

Fieldwire

JUNE 28, 2023

The construction RFI is a formal written process in which parties, such as the contractor and designer, clarify information gaps in construction documents. A key difference between the two is that submittals go into more detail and assure that contractors understand the design intent of the client and architects.

Documentation 52

Documentation Drawings Project Management Materials 52

Lets Build

DECEMBER 2, 2022

It’s a curious paradox that few industries are as tightly regulated and controlled as the construction sector, yet at the same time, few industries are as vulnerable to unexpected events. From ambient weather to subcontractor failures, construction projects can be derailed in numerous ways. Creating a plan.

Management 156

Management Construction Risk Cash Flow 156

Lets Build

OCTOBER 18, 2021

You are busy from the time you arrive at work in the morning until you leave at the end of the day, often fighting fires and frantically calling subcontractors or the project manager to get or relay information. And what effect did that lack of response have on the progress of your project?

Site 147

Site Project Management Construction Management 147

Lets Build

AUGUST 3, 2020

Everyone working on a project has to know exactly how they fit in, precisely what their role is and what is expected of them – that includes the project manager. Countless projects come off track, sometimes due to completely unforeseen circumstances. But construction is an industry of strong habits.

Office 173

Office Site Project Management Management 173

Construction Junkie

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

There are now hundreds of construction-specific apps available, ranging from project management, to compliance and reporting, to photo documentation, to estimating, and many more. Construction technology has come a long, long way in the past decades. More info: ABC Tech Alliance | Associated Builders and Contractors.

ABC 119

ABC Contractors ProCore Construction 119

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Change orders usually include information such as the description of the requested change, an itemized documentation of additional subcontractor costs, a summary of the cost of the proposed change, and a statement that states if the project completion date will change based on the change order. What Do Change Orders Typically Include?

Change Orders 96

Change Orders Contract Project Management Schedule 96

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The construction industry is no stranger to big changes. Whether it’s the proliferation of BIM, the shift to digital plans and documents over paper, or the rise of mobility and cloud collaboration, transformation has been part of the industry’s DNA over the last few decades. We are also an early mover in AI.

Autodesk 142

Autodesk Construction Risk Products 142

Lets Build

APRIL 29, 2022

If you’re relatively new to the construction industry, you’re sure to hear plenty of terms that leave you scratching your head. In almost every industry, human error can lead to timely, costly mistakes. On most projects, the punch list is drafted by the contractor and/or site owner near the end of the work.

Site 158

Site Software Software Project Management 158

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

Locate your property using Google Maps and immediately obtain all the associated construction and operational information, documents, correspondences, drawings, etc. The data for every building is stored in a constantly accessible and manageable online archive. Document Management. Project Management.

Software 100

Software Software Management Contract 100