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Construction workers secure 7.6% pay increase

Construction Enquirer

Unite national officer Jerry Swain said: “Following lengthy negotiations, Unite was able to secure a significant increase in construction pay rates. The union will now be building on these negotiations to ensure that the CIJC agreement is fit or purpose and meets the needs and aspirations of construction workers.” from January.

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JOC Program Manager’s Duties

Job Order Contracting

Secure necessary permits which may include Conditional Use Permits, Environmental Impact Statements, and building permits. Select and negotiate architect and engineer consultants for design contracts. Use Job Order Contracting (JOC) procedures, software and documentation.

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Preferred bidders unveiled for £10bn electricity network deal

Construction Enquirer

As we aim to conclude contract negotiations in the coming weeks and months, we look forward to working with each of the selected contractors in the delivery of our ‘Pathway to 2030’projects.

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Subbie failures plunge Seddon to £15m loss

Construction Enquirer

“This secondary cause of inflation increases our costs further due to disruption and increased cost of securing alternate subcontractors.” Where appropriate, we have successfully negotiated inflation clauses with our clients which will protect all parties to each contract.”

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Persimmon targets subcontractors in cost-cutting drive

Construction Enquirer

Group Chief Executive Dean Finch said said: “We are reviewing our subcontractor pricing on a more frequent basis to identify opportunities to secure increased savings. .” The house building giant highlighted cost control measures in its latest results as sales continued to slump.

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Legalized Marijuana: Opportunities and Impact for Commercial Real Estate and Construction

HardHatChat

That means companies that want to be among the first to open in the market need to start now to not only get licensed, but also negotiate lease deals, enlist their construction partner and start building out their facility. Security, Mechanicals and More.

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Digital Builder Podcast Ep 22: How Specialty Contractors Can Navigate Contracts & Get Paid On Time

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The difference between secured and unsecured debts. For this reason, construction professionals must find better ways to craft and negotiate agreements. Karalynn also emphasizes the importance of negotiating who takes on certain risks and liabilities. We discuss: The current state of construction contracts.