Job Order Contracting

JUNE 1, 2022

Data architecture (standardized, common terms, definitions, information formats). An estimate is a decision-making tool. Variations in an estimate can be found in the basis. FACTORS IMPACTING AN ESTIMATE. Corruption/fraudulent practices. Early and ongoing communication of participants. Environmental aspects. Equipment availability.

Estimating 264

Estimating Construction Procurement Architecture 264

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 5, 2023

5 Scope of Work definition and understanding among all parties is a common failure point. #6 3 Granular scope of work with full labor, material, equipment, and productivity requirements defined in a common data architecture/format. . #2 Redesign, rework, and change orders are the norm vs. exception. #3

Environment 240

Environment Procurement Change Orders Renovating 240

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 2, 2022

Data architecture (standardized, common terms, definitions, information formats). An estimate is a decision-making tool. Variations in an estimate can be found in the basis. FACTORS IMPACTING AN ESTIMATE. Corruption/fraudulent practices. Early and ongoing communication of participants. Environmental aspects. Equipment availability.

Management 263

Management Estimating Procurement Construction 263

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Fully transparent cost and scope of work definition supported by a granular, current, locally researched detailed unit price book , organized using a standard information architecture (i.e. A shift in focus from perceived “technology solutions” to a foundational change in day-to-day activities and relationships.

Renovating 264

Renovating Procurement Organization CSI 264

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 26, 2024

To efficiently share cost information, organize data in a standard architecture, such as expanded CSI MasterFormat, and use industry standard terms, definitions, and units of measure.

Industrial 243

Industrial CSI Estimating Construction 243

Job Order Contracting

MAY 5, 2023

4 Is the cost estimate organized using a standard data architecture (i.e. expanded CSI MasterFormat) and industry standard terms and definitions understandable to all participants and stakeholders? #5 5 Do all planning, procurement, and project delivery teams understand and agree with the construction cost estimate?

Management 262

Management Procurement Estimating Construction 262

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 6, 2020

A locally researched detailed unit price book, written in plain English, with complete titles and definitions, and breakdowns for associate labor, material, and equipment, organized using a standard data architecture (i.e. CSI Masterformat)… is perhaps the single most important common data source. Learn more?

Modeling 255

Modeling Life Cycle Construction CSI 255

The Korte Company

DECEMBER 10, 2024

He now helps design multimillion-dollar structures as an architecture intern at The Korte Company. Connor recently graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a degree in architecture. My favorite part is definitely putting the building together, he said. And the best part about it?

Architecture 52

Architecture Illinois California Roads 52

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Project Definition – Understanding a customer request in sufficient detail in order to create a detailed line item construction cost estimate is step one. All program participants and stakeholders should be involved in the definition and approval of these requirements as defined in a detailed scope of work (SOW).

Estimating 214

Estimating Construction Procurement Environment 214

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 24, 2021

An industry standard set of terms and definitions, written in plain English, supported by a database of locally researched detailed line item cost information assures accurate technical and cost work scope definition. A common data environment supports collaboration.

Renovating 252

Renovating Life Cycle Visualization Environment 252

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 3, 2021

The definition of the word estimate per the Oxford Dictionary is as follows… “ estimate noun / an approximate calculation or judgment of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something. “ By definition, a construction cost estimate is an approximation. correct in all details; exact.

Estimating 239

Estimating Construction Procurement Renovating 239

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 8, 2023

What is standardized work? Specific to construction, it is the definition of a granular work task in terms of (1) definition (what does the task accomplish) (2) timing (Labor hours and composition required , (3) the associated type and number/amount of physical items required (materials and equipment), and (4) associated detailed costs.

Construction 246

Construction Comparison Organization CSI 246

BD+C

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

design architect Product Architecture + Design drew influences from the hospitality industry to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Design elements such as colored-glass room dividers and distinctive curvatures in the carpet, ceiling panels, and light fixtures create definition between zones in the library.

Renovating 76

Renovating Architecture Zoning Design 76

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The real area of befuddlement is why real property owners have not changed the decades old legacy of rampant economic and environmental waste plaguing the AECCO sector (AECOO – Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owner, Operator).

Project Management 245

Project Management Construction Management Education 245

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

AECOO = Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owners, Operators) What are the barriers? A common written set of terms and definitions using industry standards without confusing acronyms or abbreviations, and 2. – System thinking requires a fundamental change in mindset for current AECOO players.

Management 242

Management Construction Procurement CSI 242

BD+C

APRIL 3, 2023

122: Architecture and Artificial Intelligence dbarista Mon, 04/03/2023 - 11:19 Even though artificial intelligence can conceptually trace its roots back to the 1950s, the reality is AI and machine learning went mainstream not too long ago. But what does this mean to the profession of architecture? Life of an Architect Podcast Ep.

Architecture 105

Architecture Education Modeling IDEA 105

BD+C

MARCH 9, 2017

Whether you agree with Frank Lloyd Wright’s definition of good architecture or not, the late architect was never anything less than resolute and unswerving in his convictions.

Architecture 74

Architecture 74

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

Despite calls for clarity in specification language with accurate descriptions of work results, the definition of polished concrete has broadened to accommodate any floor finish that produces a shine. By definition, the burnished version of polished concrete can include coating the floor with waxes and resins.

Concrete 105

Concrete Design CSI AIA 105

Civiconcepts

JUNE 8, 2021

Space frames can … Space Frame | Space Frame Structures | Space Frame Architecture | Types of Space Frame Structure |Space Frame System Read More ». A Space Frame Structure can be defined as a stiff, lightweight, truss-like structure. It is constructed with interlocking struts in a geometric pattern.

Architecture 98

Architecture Construction Design Engineering 98

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 7, 2025

How to Create an Independent Government Cost Estimate Objective, verifiable, current and granular local market cost data (no use of location factors or economic indexes) Well defined Statement of Work Support informed negotiations Standardized Data Architecture and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) using industry standard terms, descriptions, and definitions (..)

Estimating 147

Estimating Procurement Contract Overhead 147

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Common data environment – A shared glossary of terms and definitions as well as granular task data organized using standard data architectures is needed to enable technical and financial communication and support collaboration.

Management 130

Management Procurement Organization Construction 130

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 18, 2021

For the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry, this holds especially true. There’s definitely a focus of getting it right the first time, and that’s one of our key differentiators.” – Jake Landreneau, Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Director, Juneau Construction Company. Greg Ragsdale.

BIM 308

BIM Contractors Modeling Software 308

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

Earlier this year, the Commission issued orders resolving allegations that The Sherwin-Williams Company and PPG Architectural Finishes, Inc. ” The orders include a definition of “trace level of VOCs” derived from 16 C.F.R. c) and adapted specifically to address VOC-free claims for architectural coatings such as paint.

Claims 120

Claims Green Commissioning Architecture 120

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 6, 2016

Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Facilities Management, & Life-cycle Management of the Built Environment. Examples AECOO classificationsystemsand data architectures include Omniclass, Uniformat, Masterformat, COBie, and Uniclass. Construction Classification Criticality.

Drafting 100

Drafting Life Cycle Modeling Construction 100

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

LEAN Collaborative Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Methodology with a focus upon BEST VALUE OUTCOMES Common Data Environment (CDE) using common standards terms, definitions, and robust data architectures.

Life Cycle 133

Life Cycle Modeling Management CSI 133

Job Order Contracting

JULY 30, 2018

No standardized method for collecting, describing, and organizing cost data – Common terms, definitions, and data architectures (CSI MasterFormat – 50 Division) is powerful data architecture). Absence of LEAN construction delivery methodology.

Estimating 100

Estimating CSI Construction Architecture 100

BD+C

MAY 15, 2023

The new definition of Class A property 0 qpurcell Mon, 05/15/2023 - 08:55 Headquarters Dan Cheetham, Managing Director and Founder of FYOOG, believes organizations returning to a "hub and spoke" model could have a profound effect on properties once considered Class B.

Organization 59

Organization Office Modeling Austin 59

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 24, 2016

Cost and accounting transparency via standardized cost data architectures, terms, and definitions. Early and ongoing involvement of ALL program/project participants. Value and qualification based selection and procurement. Shared risk/reward. Appropriate use of supporting technology and enabling technology. Mutual respect.

Contract 100

Contract Management Procurement Accounting 100

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 4, 2017

CSI Masterformat data architecture. Clear concise definitions in plain English. Key characteristics of actionable construction cost data for Job Order Contracting … Independent Source. Locally Researched. Full details – labor, material, equipment, crew.

Contract 100

Contract CSI Construction Architecture 100

Job Order Contracting

MAY 25, 2017

Common terms, definitions, and data architectures (i.e. MasterFormat is an example of a data architecture). Clear Definition of all Roles, Responsibilities, & Deliverables. Financial transparency (i.e. a shared line item unit price book, shared estimates, etc.). Shared risk/reward. Continuous improvement.

Construction 100

Construction Life Cycle Architecture Organization 100

Natural Building

MARCH 28, 2022

Muenning was a pioneer of California’s organic architecture movement; from the early 1970s, Muennig amassed a portfolio of striking houses with unconventional forms that frame scenic views and blend in with the landscape using mostly timber, stone, and glass. In one corner of the structure, a hallway leads to a bedroom and bath.

Organization 52

Organization Architecture Housing Maine 52

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 5, 2017

LEAN C ollaborative Construction Delivery Methods (Integrated Project Delivery – IPD, Job Order Contracting – JOC …).

Renovating 100

Renovating Sustainability Life Cycle CSI 100

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 2, 2018

Rethink how Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owners, and Operators conduct business on a day-to-day basis. The only proven way to improve construction and facilities management outcomes to RETHINK,, RESHAPE, REWRITE AECOO. Shift focus to best value.

Life Cycle 100

Life Cycle CSI Contract Renovating 100

Pro Builder

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Architectural Stereotypes. I went back and looked at my timesheet for the last 6 months and I averaged 47 hours of direct time per week – which excludes things blog or podcast related even though I am definitely working during this time and do NOT see this time spent as a hobby. I am definitely taking baby steps at the moment.

Architecture 52

Architecture Housing Income IDEA 52

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 10, 2017

repair, maintenance, construction projects, as well as all participants and stakeholders, to use common terms, definitions, and standardized data architectures. In general, it is advantageous, if not a best management practice, to require all renovation. COBie should be fully compatible and not divergent.

Construction 100

Construction CSI Change Orders Visualization 100

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 9, 2016

It should incorporate standardized core cost data using common and clear terms and definitions and standard CSI MasterFormat data architecture. Open cost data , researched and maintained for all LOCAL markets , including verifiable detailed line item construction tasks, with material, equipment, and labor granularity.

Contract 100

Contract Life Cycle CSI Consulting 100

cnstrctr

AUGUST 25, 2019

The dimensions that are listed on the architectural documents may not be the same as what you have on site. Some of the most important tips for contractors when installing washroom partitions include: Take Site Measurements Don’t Forget the Blocking and Support Install at the end Don’t Over Complicate. Take Site Measurements.

Construction 60

Construction Materials Overhead Forecasting 60