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What Are the Methods of Overhead Allocation?

Construction Business Owner

What Are the Methods of Overhead Allocation? Remember the old adage: measure twice, allocate overhead once. The best method for allocating overhead in construction is a way that’s fair. Figuring out how to strike that balance is the art of overhead allocation. foundation software. overhead allocation.

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Construction Cost Estimating Software vs. Spreadsheets – State of the Nation 2012

Building Information Management

Construction estimating involves the estimating of material, labor, equipment, overhead/profit and contingencies. Sophisticated, Cost estimating and Efficient Project Delivery Software systems are now available, and have been proven over the past decade. White Paper – Cost Estimating Evolution .

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Job Order Contracting – Lean Construction History

Job Order Contracting

JOC use significantly expanded during the 1990’s, and companies like 4Clicks Solutions, LLC filled the need for dedicated JOC software solutions and JOC training programs to support lower cost and more consistent deployment of Job Order Contracting. COLLABORATION IN CONSTRUCTION – IPD, JOC – Collaboration In Construction-White Paper.

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Job Order Contracting – JOC – Best Management Practices

Building Information Management

There are multiple case studies, white papers, and research documents. Bare costs do not include contractor’s overhead(s) and profit. If you would like to learn more visit jocexcellence.org, 4clicks.com… and I can provide other informational sources. A national JOC study is also currently underway. Annual volume.

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Viewpoint: The Case for Neutral, Third-Party Schedulers | ENR.

ENR Construction

White Papers. To reduce overhead costs, contractors often give scheduling short shrift—assigning inexperienced or junior-level personnel to schedule complex, multimillion-dollar projects. Book Reviews. Information Technology. Construction Technology. Social Media. Earn Continuing Education Credits. Construction Schools.

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Best Practices for Multiple Award IDIQ – Task and Delivery Order Contracting

Building Information Management

The contractor’s coefficient is based on cost elements such as overhead, profit, minimum design costs, G&A expenses, bond premiums, and gross receipt taxes. Interagency usage can serve to reduce the overhead associated with multiple acquisitions. These contracts have much of their pricing determined by pre-award competition.