Building Radar

JULY 30, 2024

Change orders are a critical aspect of project execution. This comprehensive guide will walk you through what change orders are, why they are important, and how they are managed effectively. What Are Change Orders? For a more detailed overview of how change orders work, check out ProjectManager.com.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders ProCore Construction Documentation 52

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

There are existing best management practices, tools, and support services for real property owners with appropriate leadership and competencies to support positive change. Following these best practices leads to major gains in productivity and significant improvement in resource utilization.

Procurement 246

Procurement Plans Construction Renovating 246

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

Resource Center. « Save Time, Resources – File Electronically. Document Management. With the current levels of detail required by industry standards, code compliance and also by the different disciplines, the number of documents required for a project is huge. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. Green Building.

Bidding 149

Bidding Construction Documentation Software 149

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 30, 2018

Effective project management means controlling the data flow and staying on top of transmittals, submittals, RFIs, email communications, change orders, materials, inventory, job cost and WIP reports, labor hours and wages, union rules, safety regulations, insurance and bonding, compliance data and a whole lot more.

Project Management 173

Project Management Management Contractors Software 173

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Resource Center. « 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. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law.

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Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 3, 2020

It is a fundamental change in how organizations function internally and with each other. Leaders support and actively participate in planning, procurement, and implementation, allocate the necessary resources, and monitor and support continuously. Historically, real property owners have failed miserably at leadership.

Procurement 241

Procurement Construction Plans Budgeting 241

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Resource Center. 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.” Yes, change orders are nearly inevitable.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

The errors and poor processes result in change orders, project delays, and legal disputes. Sufficient time & resources are allocated to defining the scope of the project with the involvement of all participants and stakeholders. 10% are due to equipment and/or materials delays, most off which could have been foreseen.

Schedule 232

Schedule Management Procurement Construction 232

Construction Business Owner

JULY 12, 2012

Resource Center. 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.

Construction 136

Construction Documentation Software Software 136

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

Resource Center. « Simplified Decision Making – Getting People and Processes In Order. The Expensive Process of Bidding » Save Time, Resources – File Electronically. Keeping documents as electronic files reduces paper waste and clutter in your office because you can get rid of the filing cabinets. Add new tag.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 16, 2022

They must coordinate some of the most complex aspects of the built environment, with ever up-to-date documents, or face the consequences. Today, we’re celebrating five game changing types of technology and software for subcontractors with a look at specific examples that get the job done faster. 2: Change Management Software.

Software 105

Software Software Change Orders Autodesk 105

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”. –

Estimating 246

Estimating Life Cycle CSI Construction 246

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

Resource Center. 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.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Closely tracking things like job costs, change orders, material and equipment usage and worker productivity from your projects can help better forecast future work and lead to smarter bidding. In order to take advantage of the power that data analytics and business intelligence can provide, you need the right tools at your disposal.

Construction 241

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 241

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

Resource Center. I know from my days as a general contractor that plans and specifications are altered continuously as subcontractors become involved, materials are changed, and change orders are issued. change orders. document management. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Bidding 159

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Resource Center. 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.

Construction 136

Construction Documentation Software Software 136

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 6, 2021

Who assesses the impact of the proposed changes? Who reviews the proposed change and its impact for initial approval ? How is the change implemented? What documentation, forms are required? What information is used in the process?

Life Cycle 130

Life Cycle Construction Renovating Procurement 130

Construction Business Owner

JULY 26, 2012

Resource Center. 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. Accounting & Finance.

Software 136

Software Software Construction Documentation 136

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Resource Center. Place your best talents and resources on your greatest opportunities, and don’t be afraid to obsess with continually improving and being the best. change orders. document management. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Sales/Marketing.

Construction 174

Construction Software Software Accounting 174

Job Order Contracting

JULY 22, 2020

A common data environment, including a detailed unit price line item cost data resource are mandatory componets to assure full communication of scope of work and associate work requirements, costs, and schedules.

Procurement 147

Procurement Plans Construction Bidding 147

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 18, 2012

Resource Center. Do some research and check out some of the resources, tools, and software programs available to you. change orders. document management. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations. Sales/Marketing. Equipment Management.

Construction 168

Construction Software Software Accounting 168

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Files | Upload Linked Files – Now, members can upload linked and host files directly into project folders with or without an enforced naming standard, providing a more robust document management workflow. This is managed by admins within the change order tab in settings.

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Products Change Orders BIM 105

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 20, 2020

Public and private sector real property owners and facilities management professionals can leverage LEAN JOC to achieve more efficient use of existing capital resources in a full transparent and compliant planning and operating environment. The approach invests more resources earlier in the Project life-cycle.

Contract 162

Contract Life Cycle Environment Renovating 162

Construction Business Owner

MAY 31, 2011

Resource Center. Finally, the programmers that do the actual coding will receive the final specifications document. They will study the document and then meet with the analyst to thoroughly review all aspects of the specifications. change orders. document management. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law.

Construction 149

Construction Software Software Accounting 149

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 31, 2012

Resource Center. change orders. document management. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations. Sales/Marketing. Equipment Management. Equipment and Services Directory. Ask the Expert. Hardhat Connect. Industry News. Forms and Checklists.

Construction 185

Construction Software Software Accounting 185

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2012

Resource Center. 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. Owners need your help to meet their goals, and they may be more amenable to approving change orders while you’re still on the job. change orders.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Profitability Software 120

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

From floors failing before substantial completion to skyrocketing change orders for never-ending densifier applications to the billions lost through delayed schedules, legal disputes, and contingency hemorrhaging, enough is enough. The industry urgently needs a specification framework that is measurable, verifiable, and defensible.

Concrete 105

Concrete Design CSI AIA 105

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 10, 2012

Resource Center. Save Time, Resources – File Electronically » Simplified Decision Making – Getting People and Processes In Order. change orders. document management. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations. Sales/Marketing.

Construction 174

Construction Software Software Accounting 174

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

Resource Center. change orders. document management. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations. Sales/Marketing. Equipment Management. Equipment and Services Directory. Ask the Expert. Hardhat Connect. Industry News. Forms and Checklists.

Construction 180

Construction Software Software Accounting 180

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 26, 2012

Resource Center. Venture tools are built to give contractors visibility and control over three key areas of construction operations: Documentation. Document Management. It’s no secret that documents play a vital role in the construction process from beginning to end. change orders. document management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Documentation 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

How to Get Your Construction Documents Under Control Once and For All. In construction, this chaos seems to be the norm, especially when it comes to documents. In construction, this chaos seems to be the norm, especially when it comes to documents. What is Construction Document Control? Good question.

Documentation 52

Documentation Construction Management Organization 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

How to Get Your Construction Documents Under Control Once and For All. In construction, this chaos seems to be the norm, especially when it comes to documents. In construction, this chaos seems to be the norm, especially when it comes to documents. What is Construction Document Control? Good question.

Documentation 52

Documentation Construction Management Organization 52

Construction Business Owner

MAY 29, 2012

Resource Center. Many contractors haven’t taken advantage of digital document solutions, and the ones that have are still dealing with high volumes of data. change orders. document management. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 120

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

The ability to successfully account for and manage change during a project lies in an organization’s leadership and level of maturity relative to its strategies, processes, goals, and resources. As people naturally resist change, it is up to leadership to embrace and support change management. Edwards Demming.

Project Management 229

Project Management Organization Capterra Management 229

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 2, 2011

Resource Center. Show them what you’re made of, how resourceful you are and that you’re the company for the job. change orders. document management. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations. Sales/Marketing. Equipment Management.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Accounting 159

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

Resource Center. Sometimes, as you know, project documents can devote an entire plan sheet or spec section to a list of abbreviations and acronyms. A lot of this communication revolves around the project documentation. change orders. document management. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. Industry News.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 1, 2011

Resource Center. Learn how better change order management and forecasting can help prevent profit fade. change orders. document management. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations. Sales/Marketing. Equipment Management.

Cash Flow 120

Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120