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Understanding the Performance and Monitoring Phase of Construction

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Also, the general contractor or project manager will check on the subs constantly to ensure that they’re doing the work according to the contract, staying on top of deadlines, and maintaining the budget. While the contractors and subs are working on building the structure, the management team is assessing their progress.

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The Preconstruction Phase: Understanding the Process & Risks

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There are two critical components of the preconstruction phase: The preconstruction manager The preconstruction meeting. What does a preconstruction manager do? A preconstruction manager organizes and oversees the design phase of a project, before building commences. Permit and inspections. Established communication.

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

A water infrastructure “asset owner” must reimburse MDE for costs incurred, and a lien must be established for nonpayment under specified circumstances. The bill also establishes liability protections for MDE and the State. HB 619 Maryland law and regulations are today silent with regard to PFAS including PFOA.

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

A water infrastructure “asset owner” must reimburse MDE for costs incurred, and a lien must be established for nonpayment under specified circumstances. The bill also establishes liability protections for MDE and the State. HB 619 Maryland law and regulations are today silent with regard to PFAS including PFOA.

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Louisiana Home Improvement Contractors License Requirements

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This does not mean that the homeowner does not need to abide by local permitting rules and regulations. Other helpful documents include demand letters, lien waivers and filing of liens when payment is not received. Companies such as zlien.com are very good with helping contractors manage notice and lien compliance.

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4 Factors Underwriters Consider When Issuing a Construction Bond

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Whenever you need to get construction bonds to perform work on a proposed project, your priority is to show the surety company how you plan to manage the particular risks and minimize the downside. A bonding company will want to understand the scope of a project and how it compares to work the contractor has completed in the past.

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Construction Legislation Now Pending in Washington

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Athletic Field construction lien case. House Bill 1806 (Concerning construction and industrial storm water general permits). This act sets out specific criteria for monitoring compliance under industrial storm water general permits. Introduced by Rep. This act expires January 1, 2015.