HardHatChat

AUGUST 28, 2018

If the client ends up wanting something other than what is in the drawings, it results in a change order. There’s a misperception in this industry that general contractors love change orders.

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Budgeting Budget Commercial Plans 337

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

The biggest challenge in the construction industry today is labor. The recession triggered more than a decade ago left its mark on the industry, as many skilled workers laid off during the downturn left to take jobs in other industries. Subcontractor Schedules and Compliance. Labor Challenges.

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Construction Software Software Estimating 237

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.

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Change Orders ProCore Construction Documentation 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

For example, GAO and other studies/reports consistently report that errors and lack of due diligence with respect to original construction cost estimates are primary reasons for negative cost and schedule impacts, and overall poor project performance and outcomes. T The following figure, for example, was produced in 1972.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 15, 2018

That means they have even more to keep track of in their already busy schedules. Contractors have to pay attention to budgets, deadlines, collaborators, change orders, progress reports, payroll, safety, compliance requirements and much more. The first step to managing compliance in construction is knowing the regulations.

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Management Regulation Construction Documentation 173

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

LEED AP, Vivian Volz, CSI, AIA, LEED AP, SCIP Photo courtesy Tao Group Solutions After years of grappling with client callbacks, legal disputes, and financial losses from poor polished concrete installations, the industry has reached a breaking point: prohibit polished concrete.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2019

A newer player to the construction industry, Acumatica Construction Edition has long featured all the pieces that construction firms need, recently packaging the product into its incredibly powerful Construction Edition. It serves mid-sized to large specialty, utility, and industrial contractors in the construction and engineering industries.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

FEBRUARY 4, 2009

Our travel schedule is busy this month: after attending World of Concrete Feb 2-4, we’re down in Phoenix talking to our customers in the Valley of the Sun. The last week of February we are scheduled to offer our first M.O.B. (and yes, we’re talking within a 1/4? inch of plumb and level)- 150, 250, 400? these guys are GOOD!)

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Sage Estimating Las Vegas Industrial 100

Cassell Construction Estimating

DECEMBER 2, 2016

Barry’s session, “Construction Tech Today and Tomorrow” provided historical perspective and a look ahead at the progress of technology in our industry. Paper record-keeping, isolated information silos, and old-school mentality are just a few of the habits holding us back.

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Alaska AGC Conference ProCore 100

Fieldwire

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

In most industries, requesting payment is as simple as sending a bill or invoice for work you’ve completed. A pay application form works closely with the schedule of values. A schedule of values : The schedule of values, or SOV, is a list of every work item on a construction job, along with each item’s cost.

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Lien AIA Documentation Change Orders 98

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2012

Industry News. Industry Statistics. 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.

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Change Orders Construction Profitability Software 120

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 30, 2011

Industry News. Industry Statistics. For starters, it is designed for construction, so you’re getting software that handles the accounting and reporting challenges of your industry. change orders. Equipment Management. Resource Center. Equipment and Services Directory. Ask the Expert. Hardhat Connect. Publications.

Construction 168

Construction Software Software Accounting 168

Construction Junkie

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

The research paper includes data from a wide variety of construction projects, including buildings, heavy industrial, infrastructure, and light industrial, 179 projects in total. Fortunately, Jason Dougherty, Nigel Hughes and James Zack Jr. Navigant goes a step further and offers 7 more solutions: 1.

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Change Orders BIM Documentation Overhead 103

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

It’s not uncommon in the construction industry for teams to work with subcontractors or materials suppliers from different countries. With the release of Multi-Currency in Autodesk Build and BIM 360 Cost Management, teams can now easily manage supplier contracts, change orders, payment applications, and expenses in different currencies. .

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Autodesk Management Change Orders Forecasting 98

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 22, 2019

Reduced number of change orders Overall cost savings Shorter total project delivery schedules Fewer requests for information Lower construction administrative costs and burden Greater overall satisfaction of all participants and stakeholders.

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Management Life Cycle Budgeting Budget 147

Lets Build

JUNE 29, 2017

Ask Friends in the Construction Industry: More importantly than asking people you know is asking the people that would actually understand the difference between great and mediocre. Change Orders: Sometimes the scope of a project changes due to the client or owner changing their mind. Then make your decision.

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Construction Contractors Contract Change Orders 163

Lets Build

DECEMBER 16, 2022

The success of any construction project relies on scheduling, costs, and the quality of the finished product. One of the major reasons that construction managers must schedule rework and fight against claims is defects. 3 types of defects in construction. These defects can occur through omission or error. Workmanship defects.

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Documentation Construction Inspections Site 148

Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Integrated project delivery (IPD) is a methodology designed to address the declining productivity and efficiency throughout the construction industry due to poor communication among project stakeholders. Communications throughout the project are clear and concise with a focus on transparency and trust. The benefits of IPD in construction.

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Plans Schedule Design Contractors 143

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals 7 ways to minimise the impacts of construction inflation As inflation continues to affect the construction industry worldwide, we must find ways to counteract it or risk losing our already slim profit margins. Now your project’s schedule and target cost are at risk.

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Construction Materials Risk Management 148

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 24, 2022

The construction industry is always evolving. Keeping up with the changing landscape requires teams to constantly innovate and adapt. . At Autodesk, we want to empower our customers with the right tools they need to embrace and excel in a changing environment. Schedule | Sort/Group activities in Web .

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Autodesk Products BIM Construction 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 16, 2022

2: Change Management Software. One of the best ways to stay on top of change orders is through integrated communications. If you can handle them proactively, keeping teams and stakeholders informed of every update, then you can adapt to the necessity of change much faster. It should help you: .

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Software Software Change Orders Autodesk 105

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 21, 2019

Reduced number of change orders Overall cost savings Shorter total project delivery schedules Fewer requests for information Lower construction administrative costs and burden Greater overall satisfaction of all participants and stakeholders.

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Products Construction Life Cycle Renovating 127

Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

An understaffed purchasing department won’t have time to properly vet price increases, competitively bid and accurately contract trades, minimize change-order costs , or ensure your next project starts on the right foot. The more plans you add or the more plans you change, the more time you will consume on the purchasing side.

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Change Orders Resource Profitability Plans 98

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

The use of technology and apps for daily construction reporting, sharing photos and scheduling look-aheads has become common practice on today’s commercial construction job sites. And that’s what I love about technology – there’s always something new to learn, and you never know if it will be the next big thing to revolutionize an industry.

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Commercial Construction Bidding US 144

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 10, 2022

At the job’s core, a project manager is responsible for managing changes on a project level. Change orders are the most time consuming and tangible factors that can affect a job and the whole outcome of a project. But it’s not just change orders. The Evolution of Construction Project Management .

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Project Management Management Construction Change Orders 98

Job Order Contracting

MAY 19, 2017

Once the estimate is mutually approved the construction team uses the estimate for the development of the schedule of values, the cost loaded schedule, and management of the construction progress and costs within the limits of the estimate, the associated construction delivery method, contract, and detailed written operations or execution manual.

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Estimating Construction Life Cycle CSI 100

Fieldwire

AUGUST 6, 2023

The on-schedule delivery of a construction project depends on effective project management. As unplanned work and change orders creep into your project scope, the cost can easily go out of control if it is not managed closely. All of these time management issues can be managed with project scheduling and tracking methods.

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Project Management Management Construction Budgeting 98

cnstrctr

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Construction Management is a form of contract within the construction industry that is used throughout the world. Any scope that changes outside of the “contract documents” the contractor submits a quotation for a change order. Under a construction management things change slightly.

Management 60

Management Industrial Construction Contract 60

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. Mature organization don’t react to change, they address change according to their programmatic process. CHANGE MANAGEMENT.

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Project Management Organization Capterra Management 229

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

As we discussed in this blog before, technology is playing an increasingly vital role in the commercial construction industry. Additionally, our clients, especially repeat clients who award us multiple projects at any given time, appreciate that their email isn’t constantly clogged with reports, photos and schedules.

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Software Software Commercial Contractors 120

cnstrctr

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Construction is a cut-throat industry, and making your construction business more profitable can be a challenge. There may be a disconnect between your knowledge of your industry and what the industry charges. You should not feel bad for making more money, and increasing your rates to match an industry standard is not a crime.

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Profitability Change Orders Construction Schedule 60

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Industry News. Industry Statistics. The problem with that is that sometimes critical information gets missed — especially when it comes to construction projects — and it can impact schedules and bottom lines. change orders. Equipment Management. Resource Center. Equipment and Services Directory. Ask the Expert.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

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. Advantages.

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Design Bidding Engineering Construction 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 13, 2023

Viewed as best-in-class in the construction industry, SQUARE are committed to professional excellence that meets and exceeds clients’ expectations with a delivery promise centred around delivering flawless results. SQUARE created company profiles for all their extended project team users during the setup phase.

Autodesk 98

Autodesk Management Engineering Accounting 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Every year, Autodesk University (AU) brings industry knowledge to light, leaving construction professionals from across the globe with a wealth of actionable insights. Jump to industry learning: Great decisions require access to great data. trillion in global construction industry costs in 2020. That includes $88.69

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Autodesk Industrial Construction BIM 52

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

Industry News. Industry Statistics. There are subcontractors and vendors involved, which means that the slightest change in plans, specifications, or even schedule affects everyone and their cash flow. Because of this interconnectivity, information must be kept up to date and shared the moment a change occurs.

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Cash Flow Construction Software Software 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 11, 2023

On site, things were just as challenging, with people making their own notes on paper and referring to out-of-date schedules of work or drawings. Now everyone can access a single up-to-date schedule of works or drawing, with none of the confusion that used to arise. This saves time and avoids confusion. Start a free trial today.

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Autodesk Design BIM Drawings 98