Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

You can learn best practices for documentation and record management in this 90-minute webinar — From Paper to Paperless: Controlling Construction Documentation, Improving Record Management and Identifying Risk in an Electronic Age. Are electronic documents subject to the same discovery rules as paper documents?

Documentation 48

Documentation Risk Management Legal 48

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

They ensure everyone is on the same page from the get-go, on topics as diverse as how change orders how the chain of communication will be handled on site. They also try to identify special considerations and forestall potential areas of complication that can lead to change orders.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Documentation Schedule Budgeting 52

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Contractually Defined and Fully Detailed Roles, Responsibilities, Documentation, and Workflows. Virtual Elimination of Legal Disputes, Change Orders, and Potential for Fraud. Mandatory Collaboration – Early and Ongoing Information Sharing. Reward for Consensus-based, Outcome-focused Decisions and Actions.

Contract 100

Contract Change Orders Legal Documentation 100

Building Radar

AUGUST 5, 2024

Change Orders : Provides procedures for handling changes to the scope of work or contract terms, including how changes will be documented and approved. Safety and Compliance : Addresses safety protocols and regulatory compliance to ensure that the construction site adheres to legal and safety standards.

Contract 52

Contract Construction Project Management Change Orders 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

GAO, 2009 The associated processes for developing a credible construction cost estimate are equally well documented. “Despite the fact that these basic characteristics have been published and known for decades, we find that many agencies still lack the ability to develop cost estimates that can satisfy them”. –

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Estimating Life Cycle CSI Construction 223

Construction Law Monitor

MAY 14, 2014

No words are more dreaded than change order. Construction change orders are some of the most litigated and disputed documents in all of construction law. A cousin of the change order, is the construction change directive. Definition of Construction Change Directive.

Change Orders 66

Change Orders Construction Documentation Risk 66

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2019

Traditional project delivery methods, and even design-build, fail to consistently produce the superior outcomes of LEAN construction methods such as Integrated Project Delivery and Job Order Contracting. Improper Use of Technology – Far too many organizations consider technology a solution versus an enabler.

Renovating 114

Renovating Construction CSI Change Orders 114

Job Order Contracting

JULY 29, 2021

Adversarial, change-order-oriented environment is common between owner, A/E, and contractor. Change orders may be reduced versus DBB due to A/E-contractor collaboration and contractual relationship. Change orders are may be reduced due to A/E and contractor coordination through the design phase.

Design 130

Design Bidding Engineering Construction 130

Construction Law Monitor

MAY 15, 2014

No words are more dreaded than change order. Construction change orders are some of the most litigated and disputed documents in all of construction law. A cousin of the change order, is the construction change directive. Definition of Construction Change Directive.

Change Orders 64

Change Orders Construction Documentation Risk 64

Job Order Contracting

MAY 9, 2017

A JOC Operations Manual and/or JOC Execution Guide must be present and a part of the the JOC contractual documents. A low change order rate 5%-16% or lower. Elimination of legal disputes. Key performance indicators related to Estimating Construction Costs for Job Order Contracts: Average work order/project price.

Estimating 100

Estimating Contract Change Orders Construction 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Fortunately, you can overcome these hurdles by using ACC Connect to sync drawings, field reports, and documents in the cloud. And since the information stays in sync, teams know that they can get the documents and information they need in the application they use most. . 2: Project Management. 3: Contract Management.

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Construction Contract Documentation 105

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

This process and workflow, combined with a common data environment that assures technical and financial visibility and transparency, significantly reduces errors, omissions, change orders, and legal disputes. Change is fundamental for all parties. Alternative LEAN Project Delivery.

Procurement 151

Procurement Environment Change Orders Plans 151

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

The errors and poor processes result in change orders, project delays, and legal disputes. The fundamental reason for poor outcomes is the failure to implement and properly manage robust and integrated LEAN planning, procurement, and project delivery processes.

Schedule 165

Schedule Management Procurement Construction 165

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

The right tools and documents make it easier to complete project closeout and keep customers satisfied. Problems like delayed change orders, poor communication and lost paperwork may make it harder to close out a project on time. Delayed change order resolution. Common Project Closeout Problems.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Documentation Equipment Risk 52

Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 2, 2016

Of note, this review was not looking for and did not compile missed signatures, not compiled change orders or other clerical errors. But such was not the case, The errors in the contract documents, most simply put, were all over the board. Only 1% used the ConsensusDOCS Green Building Addendum.

Drafting 120

Drafting Green Contract Documentation 120

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

If a change request is submitted for example, a project manger gets an alert on his dashboard, and from his mobile device can approve and create a change order. Effectively managing them , their timelines and schedules, compliance documentation, collaboration with other contractors and more is vital to a project’s success.

Construction 237

Construction Software Software Estimating 237

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. change orders. document management. Add new tag.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

A Job Order Contract Execution Guide is a required element for any successful, best management practice JOC Program. The following template is provide for sample purposes only and should not be used a legally bidding document without through review and modification by appropriate Owner legal counsel. the time of award.

Contract 100

Contract Organization Change Orders Overhead 100

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 10, 2016

They drive lower overall costs and virtually eliminate legal disputes. That said proper and well-defined relationships must be established, documented, and maintained from the day one, and a competent Owner with good leadership skills plays a vital role. In some cases, consultants are hired to assist in managing a Job Order Contract.

Contract 100

Contract Construction Life Cycle Procurement 100

Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 17, 2021

However, there were numerous written documents such as a proposal, invoices, and change orders that had been either signed by or transmitted between the parties. Missing from the September document was a timeline for completion of the work. This, however, is not fatal.

Contract 62

Contract South Dakota Documentation Construction 62

Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

Review the contract terms. As you develop the claim, the contract documents are the first set of documents that you should review. Review change orders and correspondence. At this point, your focus should be on what has been documented on the project to date. Assess other pertinent documents.

Claims 48

Claims Change Orders Legal Schedule 48

Construction Business Owner

JULY 12, 2012

Project Document Management : Your Communication Strategy. Because some very specific documents are created and used throughout the life of a typical construction project, these documents can serve as the center of your communications strategy. Document availability. Document relevance. Document Tracking.

Construction 136

Construction Documentation Software Software 136

BD+C

AUGUST 28, 2023

This enables them to identify potential modifications prior to the finalization of documents. Navigating Complex Owner-Contractor Relationships It is always pertinent to follow the guidelines set forth in the contract, but when the owner and contractor are the same legal entity, it becomes even more crucial to understand the contract.

Construction 81

Construction AIA Architecture Contractors 81

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

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Procurement 100

Procurement Renovating Change Orders Overhead 100

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

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

Review the contract terms. As you develop the claim, the contract documents are the first set of documents that you shoudl review. Review change orders and correspondence. At this point, your focus should be on what has been documented on the project to date. Assess other pertinent documents.

Compensation 54

Compensation Claims Change Orders Legal 54

Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Notably, the trial court made a distinction for “day-to-day” or “daily” changes in the field for extra work, which was credited by the appellate court as follows: [I]t is undisputed that there were delays, numerous Change Orders issued, re-sequencing, and coordination issues occurring throughout the project.

Compensation 97

Compensation Lien Claims North Carolina 97

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

In reality, it’s often a monster document packed full of legalese that can be difficult to understand. Best practices for handling change orders. A contract should really be a tool to help everyone in the construction industry; it doesn’t have to be this monster document that you just hold your nose, sign, and hope for the best.”

Contract 52

Contract Contractors Negotiation Subcontracting 52

Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 24, 2016

When the Buyer’s agent asked for a copy of the Seller’s executed documents, Seller’s agent sent the following text: [Seller] was out of town today. ” Second, claims succeed or fail based upon the documentation. Are change orders being discussed by text? He will get back to us tomorrow.

Contract 91

Contract Claims Documentation Change Orders 91

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

Rather than looking in the review mirror after a job is complete and realizing you’re over budget, make sure you have the ability to import estimates, manage change orders, report on committed costs, and allow your employees in the field remote access. Integrated Document Management. change orders. Add new tag.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2012

Legal language is often unclear, resulting in differences in interpretations that can disrupt and delay projects, increasing costs. Meet with them before every project to discuss not only the contractual provisions for scope of work and change orders, but also what you bid and why. change orders. Add new tag.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Profitability Software 120

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Job Order Contracting done right, that’s what the OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contracting Framework is all about. An open, objective, independent and verifiable JOC Cost Estimating, Project Management, and Document Management System for real property owners, architects, contractors, facilities management, and oversight groups.

Contract 100

Contract Life Cycle Renovating Management 100

Building Information Management

APRIL 6, 2016

Prevalent “low bid” design-bid-build construction procurement and delivery and it’s associated narrow consideration of “first costs”, is extremely wasteful and typically results in poor quality, project delays, excessive numbers of change orders, and overall higher costs. Fewer Change Orders.

Renovating 40

Renovating Change Orders Procurement Construction 40

Levelset

MAY 16, 2022

Also, the contract should state that none of the work, materials, or specs can be changed or altered without a written change order signed by both parties. If there is a down payment or any amount advanced for the purchase of special order materials, those amount must also be included, and listed separately. Learn more.

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Pennsylvania Residential Contractors Contract 98

Construction Business Owner

JULY 26, 2012

Look for software that does a better job providing applications based on the workflow of a project from cradle to grave, and that provides web-based anywhere-any time visibility into job progress, profitability, change management, and more for everyone who involved in the success of a job. Next Generation of Document Management.

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Software Software Construction Documentation 136

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

So, I took some photos, wrote an RFI attached the photos to the document and sent it to the architect noting its urgent status. And because of the environment we work in, there are procedures to be followed, communication channels to be adhered to and process that has to happen to keep things legal and everyone properly informed.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Documentation 120

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Consider these three vital areas: Construction Project Documents: How do you move documents through your organization? When documents are created or modified, are the appropriate people notified? There are a number of software packages out there that allow document sharing. change orders. Add new tag.

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Construction Documentation Software Software 121