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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

At both general contracting and subcontracting firms, construction takeoffs are typically done by estimators to determine the material, labor, and equipment costs to generate an accurate and competitive bid. . Step 1: Review the Project Plans . Who Completes Construction Takeoffs? . What Exactly is in a Construction Takeoff? .

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How to Avoid Construction Disputes

Job Order Contracting

The best defense to avoiding construction issues and disputes is to conduct significant upfront planning before the project starts and assure early and ongoing collaboration within a common data environment, including full financial transparency. This is greatly aided by a cloud-based program/project/estimate/document management systems.

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5 Types of Subcontractor Software Transforming the Trades 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Subcontracting is a time-honored tradition. They must coordinate some of the most complex aspects of the built environment, with ever up-to-date documents, or face the consequences. Every project has thousands of moving parts; from documents and processes to individual team members. Everyone can access plans from anywhere .

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These 5 essential traits in your team are the secret to a successful construction project

Fieldwire

Planning Trust is essential, but without a clear plan, it’s like having a blueprint but no instructions. Planning means setting goals to make sure the team moves in the same direction. Without proper planning, there may be an increased risk of delays. A construction project’s aim should be measurable and well-defined.

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Detailed Job Order Contract Operations Manual

Job Order Contracting

Facility Management/Engineering Planning. Technical / Document Library. Selection Evaluation Plan. Contractor Phase-In Plan. Contractor Phase-Out Plan. Subcontracting Plan Regarding Small, Small Disadvantaged and Women-Owned Small Business. FISCAL YEAR-END PLANNING. The JOC Unit Price Book.

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JOC Program Guide

Job Order Contracting

Facility Management/Engineering Planning. Technical / Document Library. Selection Evaluation Plan. Contractor Phase-In Plan. Contractor Phase-Out Plan. Contractor Phase-Out Plan. Subcontracting Plan Regarding Small, Small Disadvantaged and Women-Owned Small Business 36. Source Selection Team.

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Sample Job Order Contract

Job Order Contracting

Facility Management/Engineering Planning. Technical / Document Library. Selection Evaluation Plan. Contractor Phase-In Plan. Contractor Phase-Out Plan. Contractor Phase-Out Plan. Subcontracting Plan Regarding Small, Small Disadvantaged and Women-Owned Small Business 34. Source Selection Team.

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