Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 24, 2018

The majority of construction companies are using a variety of software solutions for accounting, project management, estimating, and other important functions. percent of contractors reported using six or more solutions. Compared to other industries, construction tends to be slow to go digital. Five years ago, 22.9

Software 217

Software Software Contractors Change Orders 217

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

What Is a Construction Change Order? According to some estimates, an average of 35% of projects experience at least one major change throughout the life of the project. As a contractor, change orders can leave you feeling like you’re trapped between a rock and a hard place. Key Takeaways.

Change Orders 96

Change Orders Contract Project Management Schedule 96

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 13, 2018

Editor’s Note: This is the final installment in a five-part series on Construction Project Management — how innovative technologies and software are helping project managers streamline processes to build faster, smarter projects. Making the decision to seek out software boils down to commitment.

Project Management 162

Project Management Software Software Management 162

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2021

JOC PROCEDURES FOR ORDERING WORK . Initiation of a Job Order. Contract Administrator notifies the Contractor of a Project, schedules a Joint Scope Meeting, and issues a Notice of Joint Scope Meeting. Proposal form contractor is due within established timeline. Request for Proposal.

Change Orders 260

Change Orders Documentation Drawings Contractors 260

HardHatChat

JULY 11, 2013

Many general contractors decide to lower their risk and start commercial construction projects in the warmer months, paying a premium for nice weather, but assuring timely delivery. The best general contractors can help soften the blow of price escalations through best practices and being savvy. Don’t skimp on architects.

Commercial 276

Commercial Construction Bidding Chicago 276

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Building/Site/Location Management. Change Order Management. Contract Management. Contractor Management. Contractor Proposal/Bid Management. Credentials/License Management. Subcontractor Management, including MBE/WBE Tracking and Management. Program Management.

Sustainability 264

Sustainability Management Estimating Budget 264

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

6 reasons your construction projects are not being completed on time and how to avoid them. It’s both frustrating and costly for contractors when a construction project is postponed. There are some reasons, like weather that are beyond your control, but most construction project delays can be avoided. Budget Inaccuracies.

Construction 237

Construction Software Software Estimating 237

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 10, 2018

Only 25 percent of construction projects are finished within 10 percent of their original deadlines, and 35 percent of costs in the construction industry can be attributed to material waste and rework. Delays and change orders are pretty standard, but that doesn’t make them any less stressful for those involved in a project.

Software 217

Software Software South Carolina Change Orders 217

Fieldwire

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Every construction project has changes that impact the original scope, cost, and schedule. To capture those changes, contractors utilize change orders that describe what has changed as well as the associated cost and schedule impact of that change.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Project Management Management Schedule 52

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2022

The levels of use of disadvantaged and local contractors/subcontractors. A review of EVERY JOC contractor proposal/bid for JOC Program compliance. Contractor Prequalification and Selection. Prospective contractors submit a coefficient (generally 1.20-1.40) Prospective contractors submit a coefficient (generally 1.20-1.40)

Contractors 263

Contractors Contract Documentation Project Management 263

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 10, 2022

Project managers have always taken critical roles on construction projects. Over my career, I’ve worked as a project engineer, BIM coordinator, and MEP manager. Yet, undoubtedly the role of construction project managers is evolving. The Current Role of Project Managers in Construction.

Project Management 98

Project Management Management Construction Change Orders 98

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 14, 2018

Lagging productivity hurts contractors in many ways, including lost jobs, low profits, and unnecessary headaches like change orders and rework. Leading-edge software and technology are helping contractors streamline construction processes with tools for mobile data capture, automated workflows and more.

Products 221

Products Software Software Project Management 221

Fieldwire

AUGUST 6, 2023

In this guest blog post for Fieldwire, Patrick Hogan explains five common challenges project managers face on construction projects. Patrick is the CEO at Handle.com which builds software that helps contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers secure their lien rights and get paid faster.

Project Management 98

Project Management Management Construction Schedule 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 27, 2022

Tips for Beginning and Growing as a Construction Project Manager. Even better than participating in the building process is working in construction project management and getting to help direct the organized chaos that eventually produces a cohesive product. Interested in advancing your project and cost management skills?

Project Management 98

Project Management Management Construction Resource 98

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Construction sites these days have no shortage of data: design and BIM data from the planning stages of a project, jobsite data collected by wearables, mobile devices and sensors on equipment/materials, accounting and job progress data from the office, project management data and much more. Let’s take a look.

Construction 241

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 241

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Leadership is needed to fully explain the impacts of programmatic changes upon individual project’s scope, budget, schedule for all participants and stakeholders. The latter includes all internal personnel and departments as well as all external services providers (architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, etc.).

Project Management 229

Project Management Organization Capterra Management 229

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 20, 2018

It’s a question many contractors wonder about because if BIM were to be mandated, contractors would quickly have to adapt. The country implemented the Level 2 mandate in 2016, which requires BIM be used on taxpayer-funded construction projects. So will the United States ever have a BIM mandate? BIM Adoption Abroad.

BIM 230

BIM US United States Los Angeles 230

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

The benefits of strategic collaboration vs. traditional construction planning, procurement, and project delivery are well documented and partially listed below (Chan et al., Lower project related cost growth. Projects completed at or under budgeted cost. Reduced project related cost growth per change order.

Construction 264

Construction Project Management Engineering Management 264

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

« A Change (Order) for the Better? Judging Tipis » Some Advice on Change Orders. I was talking with John Chaney this week, and he mentioned that he was going to blog about how change orders affect construction management. He replied, “Well, that depends on the project manager.”.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2017

Keep your construction project from hitting a standstill with the right software and planning. As a contractor, misquoting a job estimate can be massively detrimental; some jobs are shut down for weeks, months, or even dropped altogether. Accurate estimating ensures there is always enough money for materials, wages, and more.

Viewpoint 239

Viewpoint Construction Schedule Estimating 239

Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 22, 2018

The end goal, of course, is that these changes are positive and add value to the business. Now that more and more contractors have made the move to adopt technology throughout their organizations and projects, we’re curious — how have contractors seen their businesses evolve over the last five to 10 years?

Software 147

Software Software Contractors Construction 147

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 16, 2020

The innovate and exclusive Collaborative LEAN Construction Software for the Enterprise or Single Organization offering all of these features. The innovate and exclusive Collaborative LEAN Construction Software for the Enterprise or Single Organization offering all of these features.

Software 189

Software Software Construction Estimating 189

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 10, 2018

Although historically the construction industry has been slow to go digital , times are changing. There’s an industry transformation happening in construction, driven by modern technology, and these changes are significantly elevating construction management. This can cause additional errors, delays and rework.

Management 217

Management Viewpoint Software Software 217

HardHatChat

APRIL 12, 2016

The other day I was talking with a Chicago-area client who didn’t realize Englewood is a national general contractor that manages national commercial construction projects across the country. At Englewood, we employ a stable of superintendents who specialize in managing projects on the road.

Commercial 120

Commercial Contractors Management New York City 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 18, 2022

Table of Contents: What is Construction Management Software? The Benefits of Construction Management Software. Key Features to Look for in Construction Project Management Software. How to Choose the Best Construction Management Software. What is Construction Project Management Software?

Project Management 98

Project Management Software Software Management 98

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Business seems to be booming for construction software products that help commercial contractors manage various aspects of their business. But just as each tool in a toolbox has a specific purpose, it’s important for contractors to find and use the construction software component that’s “best of breed” for the task at hand.

Software 120

Software Software Commercial Contractors 120

Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 18, 2012

A Google search for "Free Construction Change Order Form" will show you roughly 300,000,000 hits and most of them will try to sell you something. This free construction change order form is just that, free! Contractors like you deserve to be wealthy because you bring value to other people's lives!

Change Orders 58

Change Orders Profitability Construction Project Management 58

Building Radar

JULY 30, 2024

Change orders are a critical aspect of project execution. They reflect adjustments to the original project scope and can significantly impact the budget and timeline. This comprehensive guide will walk you through what change orders are, why they are important, and how they are managed effectively.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders ProCore Construction Documentation 52

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Some Advice on Change Orders » A Change (Order) for the Better? When clients ask me about change orders, I’m reminded of a well-circulated photo. The yacht is named “Change Order.” Discussion about change order difficulties tends to be one of two types.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 30, 2011

» Relationship between the designer and the contractor. One part of our industry that I simply cannot get my head around is the oftentimes adversarial relationship that exists between the building design professionals and the building contractors on a particular job. Committing Intentional Project Communications.

Contractors 120

Contractors Design Software Software 120

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

Maybe it’s unrealistic to think silos will ever completely go away, but contractors can do some concrete things to encourage people across functions to work together as a team more effectively. First, contractors can take a look at how they operate. Are Your Processes Dividing People?

Project Management 147

Project Management Construction Budgeting Budget 147

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Often, this makes it hard to find a solution—you have to handle a complicated blend of equipment, inventory, subcontractors, bids, and project management, just to name a few. Penta Construction ERP was made for multi-location, labor intensive service contractors. SAP S/4HANA.

Software 198

Software Software Construction ProCore 198

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

I know a lot of contractors are getting into bidding season, and this got me thinking about communication. Rarely does a finished project exactly mirror the original plans. If you’re a general contractor, you may send out an invitation to bid via email, fax, online notifications, etc. change orders. Management.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Bidding 159

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

A lot of contractors have asked me about Section 179. Most of these contractors are considering an investment in equipment or software, and they want to know if it can actually help their construction business. Committing Intentional Project Communications. Better Project Management through Better Communication.

Construction 180

Construction Software Software Accounting 180

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2021

JOC PROCEDURES FOR ORDERING WORK Initiation of a Job Order Contract Administrator notifies the Contractor of a Project, schedules a Joint Scope Meeting, and issues a Notice of Joint Scope Meeting. Proposal form contractor is due within established timeline.

Change Orders 130

Change Orders Procurement Contractors Contract 130

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2012

Just about every contractor has been there — a project starts out strong but, as it moves forward, delays and incidental added work and changes knock dollars and cents off of the bottom line. Legal language is often unclear, resulting in differences in interpretations that can disrupt and delay projects, increasing costs.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Profitability Software 120

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 30, 2011

You know, lots of contractors using an off-the-shelf accounting program ask me the same question: Why is construction-specific accounting software so much more expensive? Construction-specific systems allow contractors to instantly track and analyze job progress and performance. Committing Intentional Project Communications.

Construction 168

Construction Software Software Accounting 168