Job Order Contracting

APRIL 25, 2022

Training and support are central to our philosophy of improving the capabilities of our clients and partners and help to assure knowledge growth and retention.

Contract 264

Contract Change Orders Bidding Budget 264

Job Order Contracting

MAY 12, 2020

Document Management – Version control, inclusive of document check-in/check-out is a must for assuring everyone is working the right information at the right time. National average cost databases (with or without cost factors), and/or historical costs simply are insufficient. Change how you do business, starting today!

Estimating 165

Estimating Life Cycle Construction Documentation 165

Carol Hagen

JUNE 17, 2011

Even with the Microsoft Office 2010 release that gives you the ability to convert documents to PDF built-in, it’s lacking when it comes to collaboration for the AEC Industry. What PDFs do best is share documents in a format that everyone can access. What PDFs do best is share documents in a format that everyone can access.

Estimating 134

Estimating AutoCAD Revit Drawings 134

Job Order Contracting

MAY 3, 2020

That said, the use of “benchmarking”, i.e. comparison to peers, is problematic and at best should relative performance, versus target levels. Operational input/output measurements such as productivity, volume, lead-time, flexibility, amount of work-in process, and quality. Technology.

Procurement 191

Procurement Plans Construction BIM 191

Revit OpEd

MARCH 22, 2011

The gang at KarelCAD have shared some pdf documents that provide an overview of what features set each release apart, for Revit 2010, 2011 & 2012. Revit Architecture 2012 Revit Structure 2012 Revit MEP 2012.

Revit 58

Revit Comparison Documentation Architecture 58

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 20, 2023

This month, we’re highlighting the snapshots as well as the robust comparison functionalities available within Autodesk Takeoff. What are some of the comparison capabilities available in Autodesk Takeoff? The comparison is done both visually by overlapping takeoff on top of each other as well as in the inventory panel.

Comparison 52

Comparison Autodesk Inventory Estimating 52

Carol Hagen

OCTOBER 7, 2014

The Document Comparison features in Bluebeam Revu are great for spotting differences between revisions but did you realize you can also use the Overlay Pages option for your construction coordination? In the sample below we used overlay pages with three documents: S1.2,

Construction 111

Construction Comparison Documentation Software 111

Lets Build

MAY 5, 2022

How often have you cursed your company’s filing systems while hunting fruitlessly through online directories or paper filing systems in search of a document? Inspection reporting software provides a unified home for any property-related documentation , combining contemporary and historic reports in a single location.

Inspections 148

Inspections Software Software Documentation 148

The Constructor

MARCH 23, 2012

There are two ways of overcoming this problem: Embed another material in the concrete which is strong in tension – reinforced concrete Remove the tension altogether – by arching or prestressing. Advertisement Hot Topics Recent Topics Most Viewed Most Discussed FOUR PHASES OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT WHAT IS PROJECT MANAGEMENT?

Concrete 200

Concrete Foundation Materials Comparison 200

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 2, 2016

Real Property Owners and awarded/bidding Contractors can tracks multiple multiple JOC Programs, coefficients, projects, estimates, subs, unit price books (UPBs) and documents within JOC software technology. Automatic comparison of estimates and updating estimates is also a common feature found in JOC software. Cloud-based deployment.

Software 100

Software Software Contract Estimating 100

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

To streamline data analysis, data across the organization — from accounting to project management to document collaboration to operational workflows — needs to be uniform. First, an integrated construction management or enterprise resource planning (ERP) platform is critical.

Construction 241

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 241

Job Order Contracting

JULY 22, 2020

We help guide organizations to achieve accelerated improvement of their facilities repair, renovation, and construction outcomes through the development of a culture and client-specific programs centered upon delivering customer value, driven by, proven LEAN processes, actionable data, enabling cloud technology, and ongoing training.

Procurement 147

Procurement Plans Construction Bidding 147

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

By Jeff Terry Photos courtesy GAF In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable construction, product documentation has become a crucial tool for informed decision-making. This article explores two key types of product documentation: Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and Health Product Declarations (HPDs). What is next?

Documentation 52

Documentation Sustainability Products Life Cycle 52

Job Order Contracting

JULY 29, 2021

Construction Project Delivery Comparison. Construction Project Delivery Overview & Comparison. While high set up costs required larger projects, project types must be relatively straightforward, where requirements can be fully documented at request for proposals (RFP) stage. Do you know which they are? Design-Bid-Build.

Design 130

Design Bidding Engineering Construction 130

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2022

Full Document Management with check-in/check-out and version control), not simple file sharing/access. Collaborative Proposal Reviews and Automated Estimate Comparison (fully auditable verification of all line items, pricing, and quantities). Common Source of Truth. A written Operations Manual and/or Execution Guide is also needed.

Products 264

Products Procurement Construction Plans 264

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Lack of formal written policies, procedures or guidelines is the primary reason for JOC Program failure and/or inconsistencies in project management and documentation, and compliance. For example, a JOC technology with robust document management capability should be used. A joint site visit should be done for every project.

Contract 100

Contract Guidelines Documentation Estimating 100

Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

A Comparison of Construction Cost Estimating Tools. While most construction cost estimators continue to rely primarily upon hardcopy documents and electronic spreadsheets, such as Microsoft Excel, many are beginning to leverage electronic cost books and associated calculator software tools. Spreadsheets – Microsoft Excel ®.

Comparison 40

Comparison Estimating Software Software 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 21, 2022

BIM SyncShare is a cloud-based distributed document management system that gives project stakeholders the opportunity to create shared working folders which deliver files between internal servers and external locations. Docs Manager allows users to manage documents, issues, and reports. Docs Manager . Validation Tool .

Autodesk 98

Autodesk BIM Construction Modeling 98

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 18, 2017

Physical documentation will always play a big role in construction for a reason, but that doesn’t mean companies shouldn’t adjust to changes and ease up their workflow through meaningful virtual solutions. Why should use Cloud based construction document management? Cost and Profitability. Real-Time Collaboration and Storage Size.

Management 99

Management Documentation Construction Organization 99

Lets Build

JUNE 9, 2023

In this case, you can use the plan vs actual data comparison tool to track your performance and power your team. Mobile apps also support on-the-go printing, making it easy for inspectors to generate and print permits, invoices, reports, and compliance documents.

BIM 148

BIM Site Mobility Management 148

Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 27, 2012

In addition to the wealth of documents already online, last week ConsensusDOCS released three new documents: The new and only available of its kind ConsensusDocs 298 Joint Venture Agreement makes it easier for construction companies to combine expertise and share risks on projects.

AIA 48

AIA Contract Agreement Documentation 48

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 24, 2023

Document templates are updated to pull this within generated documentation. Financial Statement Automation Once the subcontractor uploads their financial documents, TradeTapp automatically extracts information from the documents to suggest values to input into the GC’s financial qualification forms.

Autodesk 111

Autodesk BIM Construction Visualization 111

Lets Build

AUGUST 4, 2023

Efficient document management Regardless of the size of the project, the phase involves sharing different documents between teams. This includes blueprints, legal contracts, building codes, budget documents, proposals, bids, etc. This can boost productivity and secure your data.

Software 78

Software Software Construction Budget 78

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 5, 2022

models, documents, etc.). Additionally, the StructionSite Partner Card in the Autodesk Build dashboard allows for private & public viewing of StructionSite documentation and gives users the ability to access a StructionSite project directly within Autodesk Build. . “As Read more about the feature in our blog. ? .

Autodesk 98

Autodesk BIM Construction Documentation 98

Building Information Management

AUGUST 26, 2020

Key areas monitored include the level of collaboration, timeline, costs and cost comparisons, specifications, satisfaction, and quality. All of the roles, responsibilities, documents, workflows, information architectures, and deliverables are clearly written. Performance metrics, therefore, are derived from these documents.

Construction 59

Construction Procurement Documentation Environment 59

Lets Build

AUGUST 4, 2023

Efficient document management Regardless of the size of the project, the phase involves sharing different documents between teams. This includes blueprints, legal contracts, building codes, budget documents, proposals, bids, etc. This can boost productivity and secure your data.

Software 78

Software Software Construction Budget 78

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

My favorite time period for comparison purposes is 3 years, but this is a “soft” number, and depending on the nature of your company, philosophy, and the economy, it may change. document management. Without exception, my periodic paging through the FSI scrapbook verifies that we are on track. Construction Accounting Software.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Foundation 136

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2022

Much like shipbuilding, the process involves a series of documenting, scheduling, and testing processes. Important aspects of this well coordinated process include centralizing communications and documentation. It is crucial to explicitly document design requirements needed to meet performance expectations.

Commissioning 84

Commissioning Documentation Autodesk Change Orders 84

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 5, 2019

Full bid documents are required for each project to ensure prequalified contractors are bidding appropriately. No multiple quotes for comparison. . • Same inefficiencies, waste, and lack of financial visibility and control as that of design-bid-build(DBB). Little room for innovation or collaborative relationships. contact-form].

Contract 100

Contract Construction Bidding Subcontracting 100

Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

By comparison, modern bridges, highways and dams fail with amazing regularity because building things out of dirt is more complicated than you would think. It was abandoned abruptly between 2,000-2,200 years ago—most likely due to documented flooding in the Mississippi Valley and climate change.

Engineering 90

Engineering St. Louis Mississippi Site 90

cnstrctr

JANUARY 4, 2020

A construction contract is a document that outlines the roles and responsibilities between two or more parties on a project. It is a legally binding document that the groups agree to at the start of a project and are held accountable to throughout. The contract would be solely based on those documents and the scope of work.

Contract 88

Contract Construction Finance Documentation 88

Pro Builder

MARCH 18, 2021

So when BMC (now part of Builders FirstSource ) asked us to conduct and track a side-by-side comparison of like-sized homes conventionally framed and using BMC's Ready-Frame precut system for wall assemblies, I jumped at the chance. We also documented saw time and the number of people on site.

Site 98

Site Denver New York City Innovation 98

Building Information Management

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

The COBie dataset can additionally act as a guided index to the supplementary documentation, including 2D and 3D information. COBie also acts as an index to other documents. Parties including the client can use the COBie format as a primary document for managing the asset. Wherever possible, data should be recorded within COBie.

Life Cycle 55

Life Cycle BIM Management Environment 55

Construction Cost Estimating

JANUARY 7, 2019

The users will also be able to write their own, and generate professional documentation every time. Make comparison among various design options and create modifications instantly. Create consistent documentation. Tekla Tedds is a robust software that can be used to automate your tedious structural calculations.

Design 45

Design Comparison Documentation Software 45

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2012

In addition to these items, there are a host of other very important features exclusive to e4Clicks Project Estimator: Integrates document management, contract management and electronic takeoff, all in one program. Owner ability to import contractor estimates, create a quick, automated side-by-side comparison showing differences and deltas.

Contract 40

Contract Comparison Estimating Software 40

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 16, 2017

The format of the construction cost estimate should be specified by the owner and associated contractual documents. The types of estimating used for this level include Project Comparison Estimating, Parametric Cost Estimating, and/or Area & Volume Estimating. ESTIMATING FORMATS.

Estimating 100

Estimating Construction CSI ASPE 100

Green Home Design Architect

NOVEMBER 18, 2011

Find and purchase your land Start documenting your ideas to present to Bonin Architects Why is it important to purchase your land before you start getting too far in the process of the home design? Use your current home as a comparison for what you like and what you do not like about each room, space, and its use.

Design 49

Design IDEA Comparison Guidelines 49