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Commercial Construction Best Practices: Debunking Construction Change Order Myths

HardHatChat

MAY 18, 2010

Commercial construction change order myths. If I had a dollar for every time I had to set the record straight on commercial construction costs and change orders… I would still have this job. There’s a misconception that general construction contractors love change orders. But, I would also be a lot richer.

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Change Orders in Construction – 101 Guide

Lets Build

MAY 7, 2020

Change orders are common to construction projects. Whatever is the case, it is important to know how you can more effectively handle a change order as it can change your project both time and money. What is a change order in construction? What causes a change order.

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Early Collaboration: The Key to Commercial Construction Risk Mitigation

HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

During this stage, the client/GC team collaboratively address site assessments, permit requirements, and scheduling, leveraging the GC’s practical experience in the field. Proactive Management of Change Orders Change orders are often unavoidable in construction, but they can introduce risks if not managed effectively.

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What Is a Change Order?

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.

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Commercial Construction Project Planning: 3 Warning Signs Your Budget Might Go Bust

HardHatChat

AUGUST 28, 2018

We also always recommend our clients invest in a proper existing conditions survey, which will alert us to any site issues we’ll need to mitigate and plan for in the budget. If the client ends up wanting something other than what is in the drawings, it results in a change order.

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The importance of keeping construction daily logs for every site activity

Lets Build

JANUARY 20, 2023

Construction sites are chaotic. And even if it’s mostly controlled chaos, staying on top of everything is challenging for site managers. Let’s explore the importance of keeping construction and maintenance daily logs of every on-site activity.

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Job Order Contracting Best Management Practices – Contractor Evaluation

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 1, 2022

Job Order Contracting Best Management Practices – Contractor Evaluation. Did the Contractor respond to the request for a Joint Site Visit / Joint Scope Meeting (JSM) in a timely manner? Did the Contractor thoroughly investigate the project/work order requirements? Did the Contractor address change orders properly?

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LEAN Job Order Contracting – Getting the most out of available funds

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 25, 2022

LEAN JOC Programs mitigate change order and/or “supplemental job order” (a fancy term for change orders), as Owners and Design-builders work directly together on an early and ongoing basis to create and agree upon a detailed Scope of Work and associated detailed line-item proposal and approved workorder.

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Efficient Public Sector Facilities Management Solution

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 26, 2023

Joint site visits are also necessary prior to the contract award. Number of change orders. From start to finish, bidding and procurement workflows are dependent upon robust process and current, granular local market labor, material, and equipment construction task data. Sample KPIs include: • Labor productivity rates.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Owner regularly inspects the site. All Supplemental Job Orders follow the same workflow and procedures as the original work order. JOC PROCEDURES FOR ORDERING WORK. Pre-priced Line-item/Task: A line-time found within the current and approve unit price book for the associated work-order/project.

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Commercial Construction Project Management Trends: How to Survive the Incredible Shrinking Timeline

HardHatChat

MARCH 4, 2019

One of the biggest challenges for commercial construction firms today is the tighter project timelines that have become the norm at every phase of a project – from shorter deadlines for submitting initial bids and budgets, to quicker resolution on addendums and change orders, to compressed schedules for construction and delivery.

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A Relationship-based Approach to Sustainable Facilities Management

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Building/Site/Location Management. Change Order Management. Asset/Component Management. Automated Estimate Comparison. Bid Management. BIM Model Integration, Information Viewing/Access. Budget and Estimate versus Actual and Committed Budget Tracking. Collaboration Tools. Contract Management. Contractor Management.

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Understanding ‘Change Orders’ in Construction Projects: A Comprehensive Guide

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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Construction Business Owner Blogs

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. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site.

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How the Pandemic Will Shape the Future of Off-Site Residential Construction

Pro Builder

MAY 12, 2021

How the Pandemic Will Shape the Future of Off-Site Residential Construction. Is off-site construction the answer to building homes faster and more affordably and easing current supply and labor issues? 3 Reasons Why We Need More Off-Site Construction. Off-site construction introduces a host of unique worker safety benefits.

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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.

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Better Manage Construction Costs Schedules and Quality

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

The errors and poor processes result in change orders, project delays, and legal disputes. 10% are due to site related productivity issues, most of which could have been foreseen. 10% are due to equipment and/or materials delays, most off which could have been foreseen. are all defined.

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The FM Mismanagement Problem Defined

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Betting on Big Data: How Construction Firms are Leveraging Digitized Job Sites.” PS: Strategies in place to collect, manage, and analyze usable data drive benefits such as fewer project delays and budget overruns, less rework, fewer change orders and reduced safety incidents. Wood, Chris. Construction Dive. 2018 Industry Report.”

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The Myths of LEAN Construction and Integrated Project Delivery

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 17, 2020

“Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success.” ” Henry Ford.

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Collaborative LEAN Construction Software

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.

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Preparing Independent Government Estimates – IGEs , IGCEs

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

The associated lack of detail has results in change orders and errors and omissions that cause 90% of a ALL construction projects to be late, over budget, or completed to the dissatisfaction of one or more participants or stakeholders. A joint site visit with critical to the above, with all potential participants and stakeholders.

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JOC Contractor Evaluation

Job Order Contracting

JULY 31, 2023

JOC contractor evaluation is an ongoing process, begining with their response to a Job Order Contract Request for Propsals for design-builders and continuing throughout the life-cycle of the JOC Program. Projects are complete in a quality manner, per specfications, on time and on budget, without change orders.

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Collaborative Construction Procurement Planning and Project Delivery = Best Value Outcomes

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. Change orders, errors, and omissions can be virtually eliminated. Evaluation of ALL team members should be solely based upon performance.

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Green Buildings are Subsidizing Conventional Buildings Stymying Climate Progress

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 4, 2021

Not to mention there is anecdotal evidence from the first LEED Zero projects that the required integrated process has reduced change orders by a magnitude of up to 90% resulting in dramatic reduced total construction costs. they appear to be paying the same mortgage interest rates as similar conventional buildings in those markets.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2012

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. Categories.

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10 Ways Technology Is Closing the Productivity Gap

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. In construction, jobsites and their conditions are never the same, which means processes can vary from site to site.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

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. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. change orders.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 31, 2012

You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. change orders. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. This entry was posted on Tuesday, January 31st, 2012 at 10:00 am and is filed under Fred Ode Blog. Categories.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. change orders. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. This entry was posted on Tuesday, September 27th, 2011 at 11:50 am and is filed under Fred Ode Blog. Categories.

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3 ways to avoid defects in construction

Lets Build

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Material defects happen when building material gets damaged—whether the defects come straight from the manufacturer or the damage occurs on site. Defects due to omission are typically fixed through change orders that add to the scope of work for one or more contractors. Material defects. Workmanship defects.

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Public Sector Facilities Professionals – Improving Facilities Repair & Renovation Outcomes

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Integrating People, Process, Information, and Technology isn’t a simple task, but one that is required in order to drive efficient facilities management outcomes. Change orders will be virtually eliminated and costly procurement delays avoided.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 1, 2011

Learn how better change order management and forecasting can help prevent profit fade. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. change orders. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->.

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DECEMBER 6, 2011

You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. change orders. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. This entry was posted on Tuesday, December 6th, 2011 at 12:10 pm and is filed under Fred Ode Blog. Categories.

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Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. change orders. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. This entry was posted on Tuesday, November 8th, 2011 at 11:11 am and is filed under Fred Ode Blog. Categories.

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JOC Procedures

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2021

All Supplemental Job Orders follow the same workflow and procedures as the original work order. JOC PROCEDURES FOR ORDERING WORK Glossary Adjustment Factor: Approved factor/JOC co-efficient for the associated work order/project and contract.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

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JANUARY 18, 2012

You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. change orders. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. This entry was posted on Wednesday, January 18th, 2012 at 12:32 pm and is filed under Fred Ode Blog. Categories.

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An Introduction to Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 15, 2018

Change orders easily increased project costs by 50% or more, and claims and litigation were the norm, versus the exception. JOC contractors strive for: • Fast Delivery • High Quality • No Change Orders • No Warranty Hassles • Maximize budgets. JOC’s history begins with the US Army in Europe in the 1980’s.

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JOC Program Policy

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2022

Owner personal administrating or directly participating in the approval of JOC projects/work orders hall not be affiliated with any entity that provides services related to the project, such as design, construction, or engineering support services, or JOC consulting services. Additional Information. proposal.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

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. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. change orders.

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Data Analytics Trends in Construction

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. Bidding Smarter and Winning More Work.

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How Much Does Rework Really Cost Your Job and What Can You Do to Stop It?

Construction Junkie

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Unsatisfied with stopping at direct cost, the researches at Navigant then turned their attention to overhead costs, which include managerial, supervisor, and site safety costs. With both the direct and indirect factors combined, it was determined that the median cost rework accounts for is 9% of the total project cost!

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Obtaining the Proper Bonding for Government Jobs

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 18, 2011

You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. change orders. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. This entry was posted on Thursday, August 18th, 2011 at 1:52 pm and is filed under Fred Ode Blog. Leave a Reply.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

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AUGUST 30, 2011

You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. change orders. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. This entry was posted on Tuesday, August 30th, 2011 at 12:21 pm and is filed under Fred Ode Blog. January 2009.

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4BT Job Order Contracting Solution Benefits

Job Order Contracting

JULY 11, 2023

E fficient Workflows: We streamline the JOC workflow for you organization from initial requirements, to requests for contractor proposals, to joint site visits, to proposal review, to proposal acceptance and notice to proceed, and finally to workorder and project closeout.

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Commercial Construction Best Practices: Debunking Construction Change Order Myths

Change Orders in Construction – 101 Guide

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What Is a Change Order?

Commercial Construction Project Planning: 3 Warning Signs Your Budget Might Go Bust

The importance of keeping construction daily logs for every site activity

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LEAN Job Order Contracting – Getting the most out of available funds

Efficient Public Sector Facilities Management Solution

JOC Procedures

Commercial Construction Project Management Trends: How to Survive the Incredible Shrinking Timeline

A Relationship-based Approach to Sustainable Facilities Management

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

How the Pandemic Will Shape the Future of Off-Site Residential Construction

Construction Business Owner Blogs

Better Manage Construction Costs Schedules and Quality

The FM Mismanagement Problem Defined

The Myths of LEAN Construction and Integrated Project Delivery

Collaborative LEAN Construction Software

Preparing Independent Government Estimates – IGEs , IGCEs

JOC Contractor Evaluation

Collaborative Construction Procurement Planning and Project Delivery = Best Value Outcomes

Green Buildings are Subsidizing Conventional Buildings Stymying Climate Progress

Construction Business Owner Blogs

10 Ways Technology Is Closing the Productivity Gap

Construction Business Owner Blogs

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3 ways to avoid defects in construction

Public Sector Facilities Professionals – Improving Facilities Repair & Renovation Outcomes

Construction Business Owner Blogs

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JOC Procedures

Construction Business Owner Blogs

An Introduction to Job Order Contracting

JOC Program Policy

Construction Business Owner Blogs

Data Analytics Trends in Construction

How Much Does Rework Really Cost Your Job and What Can You Do to Stop It?

Obtaining the Proper Bonding for Government Jobs

Construction Business Owner Blogs

4BT Job Order Contracting Solution Benefits

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