Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

A new standard for construction silica regulation — US OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1153 — requires contractors to control employees’ exposure to respirable crystalline silica to help protect them from these worksite hazards. Inhaling silica particles can increase the risk of silicosis, lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Guidelines 317

Guidelines OSHA Safety United States 317

Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

As always, these folks gave us great input to help prioritize our efforts. Last week I went along with one of our product managers to visit a local client – a large general contractor in the Seattle area. The purpose of the visit was to get some feedback on a few new construction management software features we’re developing.

Documentation 151

Documentation Seattle Construction Software 151

Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

As always, these folks gave us great input to help prioritize our efforts. Last week I went along with one of our product managers to visit a local client – a large general contractor in the Seattle area. The purpose of the visit was to get some feedback on a few new construction management software features we’re developing.

Documentation 130

Documentation Seattle Construction Software 130

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 17, 2019

Too many of today’s project management workflows, while automated, do not facilitate the use of all the data that is created on a project. Few owners are able to query all the information generated on a project—from emails, documents, spreadsheets, CAD files and other apps—to find an answer to a question.

Organization 228

Organization CAD Project Management Documentation 228

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 2, 2022

Well-documented? Contact Us. Construction Cost Management = Transparency and Credibility. Is your construction cost estimate… Comprehensive? CORE PRINCIPLES. An estimate is no better than its basis. An estimate is a prediction and carries uncertainty. An estimate is a decision-making tool. Statement of Work (SOW) detail.

Management 216

Management Estimating Procurement Construction 216

Carol Hagen

JULY 6, 2009

Some of us have tried to take a picture of a document with our cell phone but the results vary widely. Because you are using a cell phone camera that is missing instructions on how to make the photo into a document! . Take a photo of the document with the application. Digitizing and Archiving Documents.

Documentation 100

Documentation Site Schedule Contract 100

Job Order Contracting

MAY 16, 2023

Jointly work with us to conduct a JOC Program needs assessment, whether its your first, or you are transitioning from traditional methods. Building and retaining owner and contractor knowledge is critical and simply hasn’t been the norm.

Contract 220

Contract Documentation Accounting Consulting 220

HardHatChat

JULY 27, 2020

But for us, it’s a major red flag when a client is willing to take a number from anyone and everyone just to get to the lowest price. Doing so tells us they are as serious about the project as we are. Here’s some of what I shared in the article, plus some additional thoughts: 1.

Commercial 240

Commercial Contractors Construction Bidding 240

Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Here is the summary for the October 2013 addition: One of the new documents that the Engineers Joint Contract Documents Committee (EJCDC) has added is “C-523,” which addresses subcontracts.

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EJCDC Subcontracting Documentation Procurement 48

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. See current version a [link]. Start Date. Seats Open.

Contract 100

Contract US Engineering Office 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 8, 2023

How to Reduce Risk in Construction Construction projects require hundreds, if not thousands, of documents which is a headache to manage with a paper-based system and can increase project risk. Check out the first videos from our series and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be the first to hear about new videos when they’re released.

Autodesk 98

Autodesk Construction Documentation Risk 98

Lets Build

JULY 21, 2023

Inadequate documentation Poor document management is a massive detriment to a project’s quality, leading to defects, delays, rework, and overruns. In fact, inadequate documentation costs construction companies tens of billions annually in the US alone.

Documentation 78

Documentation Change Orders Construction Inspections 78

Lets Build

JULY 21, 2023

Inadequate documentation Poor document management is a massive detriment to a project’s quality, leading to defects, delays, rework, and overruns. In fact, inadequate documentation costs construction companies tens of billions annually in the US alone.

Documentation 78

Documentation Change Orders Construction Inspections 78

Contractor Bookkeeping

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Most construction business owners who reach out to us describe this as their "Year End Madness" to prepare their documents for the tax accountant. The year is almost over. Fourth-quarter and year-end deadlines are approaching.

Construction 92

Construction Accounting Documentation US 92

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 3, 2023

He was a banker there and came to the US and essentially bought his first hotel in the late-seventies. Walk us through your career and what led you to become Director of Design and Construction. That includes project management, document management, plan management, cost management, and scheduling.

Design 80

Design Autodesk Construction Management 80

FDR Safety

MARCH 16, 2021

OSHA will minimize in-person meetings with employers and encourage employers to provide documents and other data electronically to CSHOs. Inspections conducted entirely remotely will be documented and coded N-10-COVID-19 REMOTE. If you have questions on COVID-19 in the workplace or need assistance with workplace safety, contact us.

Plans 156

Plans OSHA Inspections Discrimination 156

Fieldwire

AUGUST 30, 2023

With Fieldwire, construction teams can easily and effectively manage tasks, plans, and documents, and ensure that projects are on track and completed successfully. Poor field-to-office communication : Fieldwire gives construction workers a centralized platform to communicate and share documents, report issues and give updates on progress.

Software 52

Software Software Management Products 52

FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2020

load and improperly used a come-along attached to the load to align and install a precision shaft. Cases like this leave us asking “what can be done?”. Imagine trying to have a documented LOTO procedure for each of these tasks… It’ can’t be done. As part of your documented training, remind them… GRAVITY WINS. The 7500 lb.

Regulation 156

Regulation OSHA Feasibility Accidents 156

FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2020

load and improperly used a come-along attached to the load to align and install a precision shaft. Cases like this leave us asking “what can be done?”. Imagine trying to have a documented LOTO procedure for each of these tasks… It’ can’t be done. As part of your documented training, remind them… GRAVITY WINS. The 7500 lb.

Regulation 156

Regulation OSHA Feasibility Accidents 156

Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Unlicensed contractors do not have the necessary documentation to prove their skills. The *ISNetworld® prequalification involves uploading documentation and answering 1,200 questions called an MSQ® or Management Systems Questionnaire®. So, suppose the business hires an unlicensed and non-compliant contractor.

Management 110

Management Contractors Safety OSHA 110

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 11, 2023

Multiple stakeholders, countless instances of documentation, and rising risk have made it an industry long overdue for a digital revolution. Construction has always been complex. The good news: construction companies are identifying project roadblocks and correcting errors faster by collaborating on a common project platform. .

Construction 94

Construction News Autodesk Documentation 94

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 25, 2022

Contact Us. Furthermore, locally researched unit price books are available for preventive maintenance also, complete with labor and material costs and a complete check list for each task!

Contract 240

Contract Change Orders Bidding Budgeting 240

Fieldwire

JANUARY 30, 2024

Fieldwire is used by electricians around the world to track project progress, communicate in real-time with office and field teams, and manage documentation – including plans and photos. Discover real life examples on how Fieldwire is used on electrical projects to save time and money.

Electrical 52

Electrical Contractors Documentation Schedule 52

FDR Safety

JULY 16, 2018

Without risk assessment and documentation of why the guard must be bypassed and a documented alternative method that achieves acceptable risk, you are ripe for OSHA citations. Our “Train-The-Trainer” approach teaches your management and staff how to do your own assessments that lead to machine specific documentation.

OSHA 149

OSHA Feasibility Fabrication Risk 149

Construction Marketing

JUNE 19, 2023

NCCCO certifications are essential, with over 40 US states recognizing or adopting them for crane operator licensing. These requirements encompass comprehensive training, evaluation, and documentation of skills and knowledge.

Certification 173

Certification Site Accidents OSHA 173

Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Many types of documents during construction make up submittals. In most cases, project managers usually attach these documents or submissions to the project manual for easy accessibility and to provide information to all stakeholders. This can also lead to disconnected operations due to the lack of central document control.

Project Management 78

Project Management Drawings Construction Documentation 78

Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Many types of documents during construction make up submittals. In most cases, project managers usually attach these documents or submissions to the project manual for easy accessibility and to provide information to all stakeholders. This can also lead to disconnected operations due to the lack of central document control.

Project Management 78

Project Management Drawings Construction Documentation 78

Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Step Three/Phase III – Construction Our systemized process sets us up to quickly mobilize our equipment and efficiently move through construction with the means to keep the owner regularly updated on the project progress, meet schedule milestones, obtain necessary documentation to protect our clients during and after construction.

Commercial 126

Commercial Drawings Bidding Budgeting 126

FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

The answers can be determined but only after documented due diligence using Task Based Risk Assessment (past blogs) and assessing feasibility of hazard controls. A word of caution… You cannot simply declare that LOTO is infeasible and use control circuitry in lieu of isolating and locking the primary energy source(s).

Feasibility 136

Feasibility Risk Documentation Safety 136

Constructlaw

JULY 26, 2023

Opposing counsel hands you the next document that counsel plans to use in questioning the witness on the stand. You notice that the document is bates stamped but has no exhibit number. So, you quickly consult opposing counsel’s exhibit list and – gasp – you find that the document is not on the list. What do you do?

Documentation 52

Documentation Employment Security Management 52

DebunkTheBIM

JULY 10, 2011

There was one thing though that they did better than the new ones: Kept us ‘honest’. Made us think carefully as we set out the drawing sheets. ‘Is I wrote a bit on the subject when I floated my ‘picture book documenting concept’*, more on it again, soon. Is it really necessary to introduce another sheet just to show that?

Documentation 48

Documentation Drawings US Office 48

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 31, 2023

Now, its document archives are digital and securely held in the cloud. We’re using Autodesk Docs as our main document management system for submission reviews and so on. Then we turned to the document control and contract teams, so all our contractual paperwork is now within Autodesk Docs.

Autodesk 52

Autodesk BIM Documentation Consulting 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

As teams get larger and construction projects become more complex, proper document management needs to be an integral part of your workflow. Poor document management is detrimental to a project and can lead to delays, budget overruns , and rework. trillion in 2020.

Documentation 98

Documentation Management Construction Change Orders 98

Construction Cost Estimating

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Plexxis Software is going to introduce drag and drop document storage which is compatible with the Drywall ERP estimating, digitaltakeoff , construction management software , and mobile app solution. With D&D doc storage, the building contractors will be capable of accumulating unlimited documents without any extra charge.

Documentation 45

Documentation Management Estimating Contractors 45

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 23, 2019

There was a time when paper was the way to go for managing documents, RFIs, submittals and processes like payroll, time-off requests and job costing. Use some regular old printer or graph paper to wrap a uniquely packaged gift. You may have formerly used it to record time cards or print out documents , but you don’t have to anymore.

Documentation 153

Documentation Software Software Management 153

Lets Build

AUGUST 18, 2023

Many types of documents during construction make up submittals. In most cases, project managers usually attach these documents or submissions to the project manual for easy accessibility and to provide information to all stakeholders. This can also lead to disconnected operations due to the lack of central document control.

Project Management 78

Project Management Drawings Construction Documentation 78

HardHatChat

AUGUST 28, 2018

We also always recommend our clients invest in a proper existing conditions survey, which will alert us to any site issues we’ll need to mitigate and plan for in the budget. It’s well-worth the investment when it boils down to giving us the information we need to create an accurate budget.

Budgeting 337

Budgeting Budget Commercial Plans 337