Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Below is a summary of Alliance Contracting Key Aspects The fundamentals of alliance contracting are not new. Alliance Contracting / Alliance Partnering in Construction, when properly designed, implemented, and managed, drives innovation, collaboration, and best value outcomes for all parties.

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Contract Procurement Innovation Renovating 244

HardHatChat

MAY 31, 2012

This quartet from Englewood Construction has almost 100 years of combined commercial construction experience among them -- (l to r) Chuck Taylor, Bill Di Santo, Kim Redmond and Rod Frank. If the story proves true it not only is a blemish on the commercial construction industry, but it shows a violation of trust with a client.

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Commercial Union Chicago Bidding 245

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Detailed technical and cost requirements for the project should align with current commercial construction standards. This includes the creation of written execution plans or operation manuals, along with a multi-party contract that incorporates quantitative metrics for a successful project outcome.

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Construction Guidelines Procurement Renovating 246

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2023

Alliance Contracting in Construction provides a real opportunity for the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build project on time and on budget. Alliance participants commit to work together to achieve the successful delivery of the project throughout the duration of the contract.

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Contract Procurement Construction Foundation 240

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

We don’t like to get hung up on milestones too much at Englewood Construction, but I think we would be remiss if we did not take a little time to reflect on the firm’s 10-year anniversary and the current state of our national commercial construction company, as well as acknowledge all of the people and hard work that got us to where we are today.

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Commercial Construction Chicago Retail 256

HardHatChat

APRIL 16, 2013

As noted early this year, 2012 was a great year for Englewood Construction as we saw our commercial general contracting activity increase immensely. Going into 2013, we thought momentum in the commercial construction industry would carry through. Most of the prime commercial locations are set up for retail, not restaurants.

Commercial 214

Commercial Chicago Construction News 214

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Army Job Order Contracts fail to meet critical AFARS requirements most of the time. The J OCPB (JOC Price Book: reflects the current local costs in detail for construction tasks expected to be performed in the geographical area of the base contract with the primary use of developing a detailed line-item price.

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Contract Office Negotiation Documentation 264

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Design-build is quickly becoming the mainstay project delivery method for the United States commercial construction industry. According to the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA), nearly half of America's construction dollars will be spent on design-build projects by 2021.

Design 265

Design United States Contract America 265

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

Construction contracts are arguably more important than other contracts because they guarantee the health and safety of all potential occupants of a building. But, they have always been fundamentally different from standard commercial contracts.

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Contract Massachusetts Commercial Construction 165

Construction Marketing

MARCH 24, 2021

The process of building a commercial property is very different to the construction of a residential home; sourcing a specialized commercial building firm is likely to make the process go much more smoothly than hiring the first builder to return your call. 5) Contract protection. 2) Dedicated project managers.

Commercial 156

Commercial Project Management Contract Budgeting 156

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Either by choice or required by contract or statute, commercial general liability (CGL), workers’ compensation, business auto and inland marine insurance (mobile equipment) are among the most common types of insurance purchased by contractors. How to Prepare for Unexpected Risk Exposure. Alex Headley. Mon, 09/20/2021 - 07:30.

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Risk Liability Insurance Compensation 356

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 26, 2021

It’s nearly impossible to make any money when contracts allow just 10% and your subcontract only allows for 15% total overhead and profit markup on change orders, or time and material costs plus work. The typical commercial contractor’s annual overhead and profit markup look much like those in Figure 1. Alex Headley.

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Overhead Subcontracting Change Orders Profitability 328

Lets Build

JUNE 3, 2022

Want to find more commercial project leads, discover better jobs to bid on, and land those big contracts? If you’re looking for where to find commercial construction leads, you’re in the right place. The best places to find commercial construction project leads.

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Commercial Construction Bidding Contractors 146

HardHatChat

AUGUST 9, 2023

As anyone who works in the commercial construction business knows, timing is everything. Review every active contract to consider what actions need to be taken and identify provisions that may assist in the current situation. Inefficient sequencing of materials and equipment can have a significant impact on both time and money.

Commercial 156

Commercial Management Construction Equipment 156

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 10, 2024

I started, managed and operated my commercial general contracting company for over 45 years. Do you regularly tell your customers “Thanks” or send them a thank-you note or a birthday card? Or do you do anything to show you appreciate or care about them and their success?

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Commercial Contract Management 303

Building Radar

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The US commercial building construction market is a massive and competitive landscape, with several leading companies dominating the sector. The commercial construction sector includes office buildings, retail spaces, and industrial facilities, and knowing who the major companies are can provide insights into market trends and opportunities.

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Commercial US Construction Project Management 52

Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

You can’t overlook the importance of installing decking on commercial trailers, as it helps create additional room to store your cargo while in transit. The decking on commercial trailers also boosts the efficiency of your commercial trailer because it allows you to transport a lot of cargo in large quantities. .

Commercial 156

Commercial Materials Transportation Budgeting 156

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Commercial real estate may be the best ESG supply chain opportunity. It offers a positive that the supply chain contract, the lease, is in writing. government and The Group of Seven. government and The Group of Seven. Additionally, the fixed asset supply is multi-year, easy to monitor and verify.

Commercial 156

Commercial California Green Organization 156

HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

These types of commercial construction projects are very important to the growth of their brands and offer many opportunities for our national contracting team to apply our experience and know-how to ensure a successful completion. By doing this, we are able to deliver to meet their expectations right from the start.

Commercial 156

Commercial Los Angeles Retail Construction 156

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

I wouldn’t go so far as to call myself a control freak, but as a national general contractor, it’s part of the job description to be the one calling the shots and telling everyone what to do on a complex commercial construction project. The owner vendor isn’t under contract with us, so there could be a question of who they answer to.

Commercial 156

Commercial Management Project Management Construction 156

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

According to industry data, the average bid win percentage for a commercial contractor is 25%, meaning for every 10 bids submitted, they would win 2-3 projects. Can the commercial construction contractor Bid/Win average of 25% be significantly improved? The post Construction Bid Win Percentage appeared first on 4BT.

Bidding 147

Bidding Construction Defense Contractors 147

HardHatChat

JUNE 23, 2015

Working with a commercial contractor on a negotiated-bid basis, as Englewood Construction does with long-term client American Girl, can minimize the likelihood you’ll hear “no” from your GC during the bidding process. As a national commercial contractor , we are first and foremost in the business of customer service.

Commercial 120

Commercial Contractors Bidding Negotiation 120

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Job Order Contracting 2021 is a competitively bid, firm, fixed-price, indefinite quantity contract, and integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery program for as-needed construction services. Job Order Contracts should ALWAYS be awarded upon best value, however, and not lowest costs. LEAN Job Order Contracting.

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Contract Bidding Procurement CSI 130

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

Activity is setting up nicely for commercial construction in 2015, but just as the industry seems to be back on its footing, the dreary recession of years past is giving us one last gasp of annoyance and pain. While activity is good, the recession still hangs over us in the form of a commercial construction labor shortage.

Commercial 120

Commercial Construction Chicago CFMA 120

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Tracking Bid-Win Rates for Commercial Construction is important for any contractor. Creating winning proposals crucial for survival, however each proposal is also a signifcant drain on resources. Actively tracking the bid win rate and understanding how to identify areas for improvement and strategizing need to be priority areas of focus.

Bidding 100

Bidding Construction Profitability Negotiation 100

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 22, 2018

Tom Merritt is an example of how a local contractor transformed his company into a leading commercial civil, earthwork and concrete company by focusing on continuous improvement. After working as a laborer and doing side jobs on weekends using his truck, trailer and tractor, he started Merritt Contracting Inc.,

Indianapolis 200

Indianapolis Indiana Commercial Concrete 200

HardHatChat

JUNE 21, 2012

Observations and Conversations about Commercial Construction, Development and Management. I get asked a lot about commercial construction trends. I get asked a lot about commercial construction trends. Our data report helped the developer determine the lease rate that could be achieved on a retrofitted commercial space.

Retail 216

Retail Commercial Chicago Leases 216

HardHatChat

OCTOBER 18, 2016

Behind-the-scenes team members – such as Englewood Construction’s CFO, Mary Davolt, who was recently honored as a CFO of the year by the Daily Herald – play a critical role in the success of a commercial construction firm. Recently our CFO, Mary Davolt, was honored as a CFO of the Year by suburban Chicago’s Daily Herald newspaper.

Commercial 120

Commercial Safety Construction Project Management 120

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 25, 2018

Understanding facility life-cycle costs for a commercial building is the first step towards maximizing efficiency and positive outcomes. The post Life-cycle Costs for a Commercial Building appeared first on 4BT. Adaptation (altering, updating spaces based upon functional needs). Deconstruction, Transition, Disposition.

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Life Cycle Commercial Renovating Contract 100

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 10, 2017

There is no requirement for a cryptocurremncy exchange in a business transaction undertaken with a smart contract stored over the peer to peer network that is blockchain. Real estate is a highly regulated industry and real estate transactions must be recorded in a government ledger to be recognized and enforceable by all.

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Vermont Leases Delaware Contract 252

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

Working with a client on a design-assist or design-build basis, as Englewood Construction is with the reimagining of Stratford Square Mall, allows the commercial contractor to provide valuable input during the initial planning stages. Design-assist is a bit of a hybrid of the design-build process.

Commercial 120

Commercial Modeling Design Construction 120

Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Both contractors have operated with their firms for over 15 years, employ qualified workers, and boast high-level capability to take on major commercial jobs. Bob has entirely surpassed Mark’s business in recent years and consistently lands contract after contract. Here’s where things change.

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Safety Bidding Contract Liability 126

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

As we discussed in this blog before, technology is playing an increasingly vital role in the commercial construction industry. Business seems to be booming for construction software products that help commercial contractors manage various aspects of their business. Adding it All Up. Managing the Moving Pieces.

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Software Software Commercial Contractors 120

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 21, 2018

If your are setting up a JOC Program, or wish to improve an existing Job Order Contract, the 4BT-CE OpenJOC Solution provides the open, best-value alternative. Supports multiple Unit Price Books and Detailed Line Item Commercial Construction Costs Databases. Electronically supports contract pricing requirements.

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Contract Documentation Estimating Construction 100

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

As you can imagine, the Government contracts with a lot more than that for SaaS solutions ( [link] ). Publicly available services that provide commercially available information.” 1 FEDRAMP was initially establish to provide a standardized method for ensuring digital information security for federal government agencies.

Management 245

Management Certification Security Drafting 245

HardHatChat

JULY 25, 2016

One of our current commercial projects at Englewood Construction is a new Farm & Fleet store we’re building in Romeoville, Ill. But from a construction standpoint, there are some key areas where choosing an experienced commercial construction firm can make all the difference in helping a “first” project go as smoothly as possible.

Commercial 120

Commercial Retail Chicago Contractors 120

Job Order Contracting

JULY 13, 2018

State, local governments may spend approximately $275B on commercial construction in 2018, including $90+B on roads and $70+B. The post State, County, Local Government – $275B on Commercial Construction in 2018? appeared first on 4BT.

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Commercial Roads Construction Contract 100