Lets Build

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

However, this doesn’t mean that there is no way to reduce setbacks on your projects and prevent costly mistakes that could eventually lead to never-ending claims and legal disputes. Read more: Good communication on the job site – Connect your teams and see everything. This is where timely communication comes into the picture.

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Site Construction Claims Schedule 148

Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Every hiring client seeks suppliers that meet and exceed expectations regarding safety , work ethics, and project management. Let’s discuss these concepts in detail and see how contractor management services can help. What Does it Mean to be Compliant in Contractor Management?

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Management Contractors Safety Certification 89

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Let’s get some clarity on some of this year’s FAQs about Contractor Management platforms and how you can conquer each quarter! Here are some key aspects of Annual Updates to note for contractor safety and compliance: Purpose – To review changes to safety laws, regulations, and site requirements yearly.

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FAQ Contractors Management OSHA 74

Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

The term construction project management can be used to describe a vast number of tasks, roles and responsibilities. Additionally, the basics and essentials of budgeting, finance, organisation, scheduling, conflicts, and legal issues are also covered by the project manager. Construction Management 101. The basics.

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Project Management Management Construction Feasibility 148

Work Gearz

DECEMBER 8, 2022

There are tens of dozens of work boots available for construction workers, but you may wonder which type of boot is appropriate for a project engineer or construction project manager. Whatever you do, don’t arrive the first day at a site in a new pair of work boots. Do Construction Managers Need Steel Toe Work Boots?

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Management Construction Employment Risk 52

Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Unsafe practices on the site could lead to construction delays , legal fees to defend violations , and breach of contract if safety issues are non-compliant with contract terms. . 7 best practices to improve construction site safety. Create a comprehensive site safety plan. Make safety a priority.

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Safety Site Injury Construction 52

Fieldwire

JUNE 13, 2022

By its nature, a construction site produces pollution and debris. This is known as stormwater runoff , and it is a top concern for construction sites. As such, there are many best management practices used throughout the industry. As these practices depend on each site’s specifications, there is no “one size fits all” approach.

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Management Permits Site Legal 52

The Constructor

JANUARY 26, 2020

The roles and responsibilities of contractors manifest themselves in various aspects of the project for instance project planning, management, monitoring, construction site safety, and legal issues. The contractor also appoint subcontractor, who […].

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Contractors Construction Legal Safety 151

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

This construction project manager infographic shows, that construction projects vary, depending on whether they’re commercial, residential, institutional, agricultural, industrial or heavy civil projects. The construction project manager infographic. Or in other words, what makes for a good project manager? Well, many things.

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Project Management Management Construction Spirit 108

Lets Build

JUNE 6, 2017

There is a number of parameters that you should think about and an efficient management of the risk is surely necessary. Check out this #awesome construction risk management guide Click To Tweet. All these different hazards can be divided to the following categories: Project Management Risks. Legal Risks.

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Risk Management Construction Legal 165

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

You probably saw last month’s report about a major accident at a construction site in downtown Miami, Florida. This is a good reminder of the lessons to learn when investigating or handling an accident on a construction site. Make sure medical issues are resolved immediately and lock down the site for evidence preservation.

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Accidents Site OSHA Miami 62

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 12, 2018

A LEAN Facilities Management Roadmap can help any committed organization maximize value from its built environment. What is a LEAN Facilities Management Roadmap? Core Components of a LEAN Facilities Management Roadmap are: Goals. Knowledge & Management Resources, Education & Training. Senior management.

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Management Organization Environment Plans 100

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

CERCLA was enacted in the wake of the discovery of toxic waste dumping such as Love Canal and Times Beach in the 1970s, The CERCLA process can be complex and toxic waste cleanup costs commonly run into the Millions of dollars, but the aim is the cleanup of toxic sites. Space Systems/Loral, et al , leaving that decision in place.

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Insurance Liability Legal Claims 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 13, 2022

Construction management is a term used to describe a service provided by construction managers (CMs), who are there to manage a project’s schedule and quality. Jump to sections: What Is Construction Management? Key Functions of a Construction Manager. Key Functions of a Construction Manager.

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Management Construction Project Management AIC 52

Pro Builder

JULY 27, 2020

What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. How the Coronavirus May Affect OSHA Compliance on Building Sites. Mon, 07/27/2020 - 12:57. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor.

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Legal OSHA Employment Liability 59

Construction Law

JULY 7, 2021

Accelerating programmes will be difficult as long as Covid restrictions are applied to work on site, so playing catch up when programmes slip might not be the option that it used to be for the foreseeable future. It is poor risk management, unsuited to the increasingly sophisticated commercial world that contractors have to inhabit.

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Risk Contract Management Maine 52

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

IS YOUR BUSINESS EFFECTIVELY PRIORITIZING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT? From financial difficulties to fatal accidents, construction risk management is integral in order to secure a company’s survival and eventual growth. With that said, construction risk management should be a priority for your company. Legal Risks.

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Risk Management Construction Safety 62

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

How Well Does Your Business Prioritize Construction Risk Management? From financial difficulties to fatal accidents, risk management is integral in order to secure a company’s survival and eventual growth. . With that said, construction risk management should be a priority for your company. What is Construction Risk Management?

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Risk Management Construction Safety 62

Lets Build

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

That being said, coming up with an effective risk management framework across different projects is possible. In this tough mission, data from the site are seen as one of the most valuable allies. In that way, you will be able to plan ahead and protect your project from downtime and never-ending claims: Project management risks.

Risk 60

Risk Management Construction Claims 60

Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Background: The contract in question, executed on July 9, 2013, was for the construction of an Aegis Ashore Missile Defense System site in Deveselu, Romania, with a firm, fixed-price amount of $134,211,592. Misrepresentation regarding the availability of a Quality Control Manager. Inaccurate calculation of average Romanian labor costs.

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Defense Contract Subcontracting Engineering 62

Construction Marketing Ideas

JULY 21, 2015

But there is another side to the story, which especially applies for review sites. In the first, someone I know saw the first and only negative review of a contractor she had used personally on a rating site. We have to look at the public image/reputation and risk management that everyone needs to observe in business.

Site 48

Site Management Legal Phoenix 48

Construction Business Owner

JULY 13, 2015

Construction site cameras are becoming more common on a wider range of projects for various uses. Some are benefits to owners, others to general contractors and on-site managers and others to the marketing or legal teams. But are they worth the cost and the hassle?

Legal 120

Legal Construction Site Contractors 120

Construction Cost Estimating

AUGUST 18, 2017

Constructions sites are the place where risks are inevitable. The workers on the job site are exposed to various dangerous situations. Following a safety precaution not only protects the workers from fatal consequences but also keeps builders away from legal issues raised because of the infringement in the safety term.

Safety 40

Safety Site Construction Risk 40

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 3, 2019

The most common of all conflicts and one which people misunderstand as the easiest to resolve, involves miscommunication between employees; be it between an employee or a manager, between a manager and another manager, a supplier and a supervisor, or between employees themselves. Technical and Legal and Compliance Issues.

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Risk Software Software Construction 130

Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Reporting progress from a construction site comes in a number of ways and forms. This is why it is important that all stakeholders take extremely detailed photos that document every step of their work on site. In some cases, that can turn into a big problem for Project Managers when a claim or a project dispute appears.

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Documentation Claims Construction Site 117

Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

You probably saw last month’s report about a second work-related fatality at the construction site of the San Francisco 49er’s new football stadium. Examples like this are good reminders of the lessons to learn when investigating or handling an accident on a construction site. Manage the accident documents.

Accidents 86

Accidents San Francisco Site OSHA 86

Lets Build

JULY 7, 2020

Every day is a new day in a construction site and those who are involved need to be kept in the loop of what has occurred. Daily progress reports must be filled out with accuracy so that there is a smooth flow of communication that can be referred back to in case of liability issues or legal disputes in the future.

Project Management 174

Project Management Construction Accidents Site 174

Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 17, 2022

Last month, a construction worker died as a storm swept through a construction site in Lebanon, Indiana. While there are legal implications related to pursuing a claim for additional time or money, there are also practical considerations for both job site and the workers when a severe weather event occurs.

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Construction Indiana Plans Claims 62

Lets Build

AUGUST 24, 2020

The slightest delay on a single activity on site may result in subcontractors wandering around the field for weeks without being able to complete the work that has been assigned to them. It doesn’t take much to understand that this can lead many projects over budget and generate serious legal conflicts between the different stakeholders.

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Plans Project Management Schedule Management 145

Lets Build

MAY 5, 2022

For construction companies, it can also significantly increase profitability and maximise legal compliance. That’s especially valuable considering the overlapping rafts of regional, national, and global legalities any construction company has to navigate. The 5 main benefits of inspection software.

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Inspections Software Software Documentation 148

BD+C

MAY 25, 2023

The increased focus—and strengthened legal requirements—on biodiversity will have significant reverberations. The first consideration is how to minimize the impact on the local environment by using sympathetic materials and reducing the geographical footprint of the site. These potentially disrupt local animal and plant life.

Construction 116

Construction Regulation Site Sustainability 116

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

This includes site preparation, excavation, foundation work, framing, and installation of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. A general contractor is usually in charge of managing the construction process and coordinating all aspects of the project, including scheduling, budgeting, and overseeing the work of subcontractors.

Commercial 206

Commercial Leases Regulation Finance 206

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 25, 2018

Location • Extent of site works. Site restrictions developer/contractor. Legal fees • Soil and environmental tests. Management costs • Broker commissions. Site services outside the property • Contingencies. Legal fees • Soil and environmental tests. Management costs • Broker commissions.

Commercial 100

Commercial Construction Commissioning Permits 100

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 28, 2016

While JOC Programs are capable of providing major benefits versus traditional construction delivery methods, they do so only if implemented properly and managed properly. LEAN best management practices are important, and some of these specific to JOC are listed below for your consideration. Mandatory joint site visits.

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Contract Inspections Legal Bidding 100

Lets Build

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

The new normality that was violently introduced not only to our industry but also to our societies, due to COVID-19, calls for a new approach around project management. All these tools, great as they are, they aren’t enough for managing your construction projects. They are unable to provide you with full site visibility in real time.

Industrial 167

Industrial Construction Project Management Claims 167

Green Building Law Update

JULY 21, 2019

The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (“RCRA”) was enacted in 1976 to ensure that all hazardous waste generated in the United States was managed in a manner that would minimize the threat to human health and the environment. Attorneys in each state to determine what the best approach is.” United States v. WellgreensCA, Inc.,

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San Diego Transportation United States California 180

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 24, 2018

Business taxes, contributions, memberships, corporate headquarters support (legal, financial, etc.). Traffic and work site signs and barriers. Project management and supervision. Office management and equipment. All costs associated with bonding (specifically including bond premiums). All waste and excess material.

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Overhead Permits Insurance Contract 100