Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 24, 2018

Business taxes, contributions, memberships, corporate headquarters support (legal, financial, etc.). Office management and equipment. Depreciation of mobile office(s). Other risks of doing business (i.e. Other risks of doing business (i.e. All costs associated with bonding (specifically including bond premiums).

Overhead 100

Overhead Permits Insurance Contract 100

Green Building Law Update

MAY 17, 2012

The policy unnecessarily increases risks for government contractors. First, a contractor will have to review the green building code, ensure that it is complying with the code, and then submit documentation to the contracting officer to show compliance. Here are two reasons: 1. The policy is a waste of taxpayer money.

Green 120

Green Risk Certification Contract 120

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

Commercial real estate development involves the process of acquiring, designing, constructing, and leasing or selling commercial properties such as office buildings, retail centers, and industrial parks. Commercial real estate development also involves a significant amount of risk management.

Commercial 210

Commercial Leases Regulation Finance 210

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

Define estimate’s purpose ■ Determine estimate’s purpose, required level of detail, and overall scope; ■ Determine who will receive the estimate Develop estimating plan ■ Determine the cost estimating team and develop its master schedule; ■ Determine who will do the independent cost estimate; ■ Outline the cost estimating approach; ■ Develop the estimate (..)

Estimating 219

Estimating CSI Life Cycle Construction 219

Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 13, 2010

The unavoidable marriage between the green and construction industries is why our construction law practice has paid very close attention to green legal issues. The first ever conference focusing on the green industry’s legal issues is taking place this week in New Orleans, LA, Green Legal Matters.

Legal 58

Legal Green Conference Louisiana 58

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

Unfortunately, many contractors are still relying on non-integrated, on-premise software solutions, which often means data reporting is delayed between the field and office, and those tasked with analyzing project productivity are often working from information that is days, weeks, even months old. Lack of Effective Communication.

Construction 237

Construction Software Software Estimating 237

Construction Law

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Editor Nick Barrett asks how long the UK can get away with the governance problem said by the head of the National Audit Office to be embedded at the heart of Whitehall when it comes to managing large scale procurements. Legal terms explained David Nitek and Noe Minamikata of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP explain what is meant by ‘hot-tubbing’.

Construction 52

Construction Insurance Procurement Drafting 52

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Business taxes, contributions, memberships, corporate headquarters support (legal, financial, etc.). Office management and equipment. Depreciation of mobile office(s). Other risks of doing business (i.e., Other risks of doing business (i.e., All costs associated with bonding (specifically including bond premiums).

Contract 100

Contract Overhead Insurance Profitability 100

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Without completing it, you risk losing qualifications or compliance until it’s finished. Staying current through the annual update is essential for contractors to legally and safely conduct work on regulated properties and projects. Safety Promotion – This serves as a way to promote continual safety reinforcement for contractors.

FAQ 74

FAQ Contractors Management OSHA 74

Construction Specifier

APRIL 14, 2023

With today’s health compliance mandates and growing social upheaval, physical security upgrades must transcend previous technologies which only focused on minimizing organizational risks in corporate office buildings.

Security 52

Security Office Comparison Liability 52

Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

In this article, we’ll explore the most common jobsite safety risks — and what contractors can do to improve safety for all parties involved. . Common jobsite safety risks. Risks to employees are a top priority for contractors, and threats to health and safety aren’t the only cause for concern. Work with your insurance provider.

Safety 52

Safety Site Injury Construction 52

Constructonomics

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Yet, for some reason, the inclusion of effective evacuation equipment for use in the event of an emergency is an all-too-common afterthought – when, in fact, its inclusion at the construction stage is far safer, more legally compliant and more cost effective. Immediate Legal Compliance. Eliminates Site Disruption; Reduces Overall Cost.

Safety 138

Safety Legal Construction Equipment 138

Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 9, 2020

I was working late last week and left my office right before midnight … which happened to be right before a Category 5 tornado ripped through the outskirts of downtown Nashville and then proceeded to East Nashville and Putnam County. Evaluate site-specific risks. I missed it by less than an hour.

Nashville 71

Nashville Risk Site Plans 71

Construction Equipment

JANUARY 13, 2016

Nate Budde, chief legal officer for zlien , discusses the importance of providing preliminary notice and the risks of filing the claim. When a construction company has difficulty getting paid, state laws allow it to file a bond claim or mechanics lien. Read Budde's advice on protecting your company from nonpayment here.

Lien 48

Lien Claims Legal Risk 48

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 3, 2022

The Rooney Rule, named for Dan Rooney, the late owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers, responds to the problem within the NFL where despite that more than 70% of the league’s players are Black, with no Black owners and only two minority owners, and minority candidates do not have equal access to coaching and front office opportunities.

Discrimination 156

Discrimination Regulation Legal Security 156

HardHatChat

APRIL 24, 2023

To mitigate your risks, stick with high-quality and proven performance. We expect that trajectory to continue as more states legalize recreational marijuana use and cannabis firms expand into new markets. That was certainly the case with our Englewood office. Going with the lowest bidder is rarely worth it.

Commercial 156

Commercial Construction Retail Housing 156

Construction Law

AUGUST 3, 2021

It would be hard to find evidence of anything good that came out of the collapse of Carillion; it was in fact an unmitigated disaster that will resonate deeply within the construction industry for years to come, and around which legal actions are still in the offing.

Procurement 52

Procurement Contract Office Commercial 52

Safety Services Company

JUNE 26, 2020

In Minnesota, the state’s Department of Labor and Industry (DLI), in collaboration with the state’s Department of Health, have legal authority for determining COVID-19 preparedness plan compliance. Each preparedness plan in Minnesota should be created to fit the business’s operations while reducing the risk of transmission in the workplace.

Minnesota 118

Minnesota Safety Employment Guidelines 118

Levelset

APRIL 28, 2022

While general contractors commonly use performance bonds to reduce the risk of default, a bond ultimately protects the property owner, not the GC. There is a large deductible ($350,000-$2 million) under most SDI policies, leaving the general contractor at financial risk. On-demand legal help you can afford. Learn more.

Insurance 52

Insurance Contractors Claims ABC 52

Construction Lawyer

MAY 13, 2009

He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk.

Risk 40

Risk Design Illinois AIA 40

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

It pays for repairs of damages to the surrounding property, as well as legal expenses incurred during a lawsuit. The general liability portion protects the contractor from damages incurred while the contractor is on-site or at their warehouse or office. It covers the damages caused by faulty work, product failure, or other causes.

Insurance 52

Insurance Liability Claims Contractors 52

Fieldwire

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Information technology in both office and field settings can often improve efficiency and productivity. Legal experts often cite communication problems as the root cause of many construction disputes. Successful firms recognize the importance of providing a healthy work environment for workers, both in the field and the office.

Profitability 98

Profitability Contractors Management Contract 98

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2016

Business taxes, contributions, memberships, corporate headquarters support (legal, financial, etc.). Office management and equipment. Depreciation of mobile office(s). Other risks of doing business (i.e., Other risks of doing business (i.e., Employee payroll taxes, insurance and fringe benefits. insurance costs.

Contract 40

Contract Overhead Permits Insurance 40

BD+C

JUNE 14, 2023

This article will identify the primary causes of engineering failures, define proactive versus reactive maintenance, recognize the reasons for deferred maintenance, and identify the financial and safety risks related to deferred maintenance. This is detectable when the distress is usually severe, which can lead to astronomical repair costs.

Life Cycle 52

Life Cycle Concrete Engineering Injury 52

Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

James Barrett, chief innovation officer at Turner Construction, acknowledges that there needs to be an incremental approach to tech adoption. Drones possess a tremendous potential to help mitigate job site risks and enable smarter ways of construction. Lever & Associates, PLLC in 2014 and is the firm’s top legal strategist.

Site 167

Site Safety Construction Accidents 167

Chianelli Estimating

AUGUST 6, 2020

Most likely none of the cost factors now required will have been budgeted for on previously awarded contracts and the list is formable; controlled access to sites, material delivery disruptions, temperature checks, two week quarantine, reduced labor force – both in the field and in the office, material shortages. Office Utilities.

Estimating 60

Estimating Residential Insurance Commercial 60

The Korte Company

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

So, Ralph bought one for the office for estimating, scheduling and planning. Just another day at the office. It’d be foolish to jump in without considering the risks. It’s two-fold: honest hard work and embracing new technologies. Computers aren’t just for the sci-fi pictures anymore. And that bold, innovative spirit?

Innovation 52

Innovation Software Software US 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

The first step is to track every part of the project to streamline reviewing legal terms and change orders, for example. Risk assessment is the fifth step and requires you to identify potential risks or liabilities that could arise in the future. Review legal requirements and ensure that all terms have been met.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Documentation Equipment Risk 52

Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

This standard ( 1926.100 ) requires all employees to wear head protection anytime there is a risk of head injury from “impact, or from falling or flying objects, or from electrical shock and burns.” If you haven’t guessed by now, OSHA inspectors pay close attention when employees are at risk of falling. Legal fees. Learn more.

OSHA 52

OSHA Inspections Construction Safety 52

Lets Build

AUGUST 8, 2017

Construction has one of the highest risks of suicide amongst its employees but they aren’t taking the statistics lying down, they are starting to fight back. Low-skilled male construction workers had the greatest risk, at 3.7 People in occupations that don’t require any education after high school are at a higher risk of suicide.

Construction 166

Construction Statistics Site Risk 166

cnstrctr

JANUARY 4, 2020

It is a legally binding document that the groups agree to at the start of a project and are held accountable to throughout. For the examples I’ll be using a 10 storey office tower as the example building. Design Risk – if the contract documents aren’t perfect there’s an opportunity for the contractor to claim extras.

Contract 88

Contract Construction Finance Documentation 88

Pro Builder

MAY 27, 2022

office of Littler Mendelson , the nation’s largest law firm defending employers in labor and employment disputes. The legal fees and time required to defend one’s actions can be costly, even when a court strikes down the first employer’s covenants as unreasonable. COVID-19 Layoffs Heighten Risk. office of Littler Mendelson.

Employment 98

Employment Agreement New York City Resource 98

Stok

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Rank: Based on legal structure (public/private), property type, and geographical location, each entity is placed in a peer group with similar portfolio characteristics and benchmarked against the performance of those peers. GRESB provides an entity’s ranking in a number of different groups (i.e. Challenges vary by asset type.

Documentation 52

Documentation Green Management Office 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 21, 2018

General Accounting Office (GAO), May 1979. Unite States Government Printing Office, House Document No. Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP). Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Executive Office of 30 the President, Interim Edition, Feb. Chief 38 Information Officer – Solutions and Partners 3 (CIO-SP3).

Contract 100

Contract Renovating Sustainability United States 100

Stok

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Rank: Based on legal structure (public/private), property type, and geographical location, each entity is placed in a peer group with similar portfolio characteristics and benchmarked against the performance of those peers. GRESB provides an entity’s ranking in a number of different groups (i.e. Challenges vary by asset type. 1: Analysis.

Documentation 52

Documentation Green Management Drawings 52

Lets Build

MARCH 24, 2020

Many projects are being delayed due to the quarantine limitations and several legal claims are expected to be raised in the near future. The risk of administrative overload and loss of information is real in both cases. Contractual disputes are another serious headache for many contractors as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak.

Construction 134

Construction Site Guidelines Materials 134

Levelset

OCTOBER 13, 2022

If you’re bidding on contract work, you will likely need a COI per terms of a legal agreement. If you rent storage or office space from a building owner, they may ask for a COI before you sign a lease. This is because the nature of the specialty contractor relationship adds additional risk to the equation.

Insurance 52

Insurance Certification Contractors Liability 52