Cassell Construction Estimating

OCTOBER 20, 2023

After more than 25 years of continued success providing our clients with Construction Technology Consulting Services, Cassell Consulting is expanding our capabilities to offer even more value to our Construction clientele. Workflow analysis, are you utilizing your current solutions to leverage your workflows and processes?

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 26, 2024

Improving construction cost estimating requires collaboration, transparency, and a robust process. The excessive use of “consultants” will not enable an environment of true owner and design/builder collaboration that is mandatory for optimization of outcomes. Collaboration involves both giving and receiving help.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

AUGUST 15, 2017

No more corrupted or misplaced estimate files- all estimates are stored in the faster, more stable Microsoft SQL database. appeared first on Cassell Consulting - Construction Operations Consulting. appeared first on Cassell Consulting - Construction Operations Consulting.

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Without granular, line item Local Market Construction Cost Data you can’t have a verifiable estimate. Most organizations rely upon national average cost data, consultants, and/or historical data. Track multiple programs, contracts, projects, estimates/bids/proposals, issues/tasks, and workorders throughout their lifecycles.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2013

(April 5, 2013) – FMI, a provider of management consulting and investment banking to the engineering and construction industry, released its Q1-2013 Construction Outlook today.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 10, 2017

” Either Agency or JOC Consultant acts as CM. Unfortunately, however, Job Order Contracts, in certain areas, primarily County, State, and Local Government, has been known to abuse JOC and allow JOC consultants to manage JOC programs and projects. Also known as JOC Consultant.” o Powerful Estimating Tools.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

defined timelines and workflows – owner is required to prepare and independent government estimate (IGE) – contractor is required to provide a detailed line item estimate within a certain timeline – joint site visits. and 1.20) that the contractor applies to the total of an estimate for a particular task/project.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Timberline Estimating Training – Bid Day Emergency – File Won’t Open I had an urgent support call recently from one of our Montana contractors who use Timberline Estimating. Here’s how: Make sure EVERYONE is out of Timberline, (both Accounting and Estimating). We specialize in Timberline Estimating Training, give us a call.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 14, 2022

For All things JOC – Job Order Contracting click here … Structuring a best value JOC Program requires far more than getting a certification, buying software, or hiring a ‘JOC consultant” . How to line-time estimate. How to create an independent government estimate (IGE) in JOC.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Focus: Estimating & budgeting for Department of Defense projects, facilities, manufacturing, and public utilities. contractors, government agencies, owners Quick evaluation: Easy to use right out of the box for estimating & budgeting. 1 Disadvantage : US Cost Success Estimator is a mature product with little active development.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Do you compile the estimate manually, 
then enter into a spreadsheet? Or do you build the bid directly from within your estimating
 software? You can’t open a box, and turn 
inconsistent estimating into a well‐oiled system. The importance of a consistent, production‐based estimating system cannot be overstated.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

The latter used for estimating, negotiating, project control and closeout. Referenced Information: “Restructure Payment Terms in JOG Consultant Services Contracts – (JOC Consultants) fees are currently based on a percentage of total project costs. The post Job Order Contracting Overview appeared first on 4BT.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

JANUARY 25, 2018

When Dennis asked if we were up to the challenge to meet all three objectives consistently and help his company take its Viewpoint Vista system to the next level, we guaranteed personalized response within one [ ] The post Case Study: Kissick Construction Viewpoint Consulting appeared first on Cassell Consulting - Construction Operations Consulting. (..)

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 11, 2022

Do I need to hire a JOC consultant? Can owners create independent estimates? Owners can develop detailed cost proposals by line item and prepare an independent estimate. The agency can then automatically compare the estimate to the contractor estimate via the JOC software and focus on variances. Absolutely not.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 11, 2017

Job Order Contract Estimate Management. Assigned owner and contractor team members request, create, review, edit, and/or approve detailed line item estimates during the JOC process. These actions can occur during conceptual, request for proposal, detailed estimating, or estimate approval/review stages.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 25, 2022

Owners provide leadership and support within a LEAN JOC Program, without the problematic “filter” of a third party “JOC Consultant” Furthermore, LEAN JOC Programs can be implemented for 1/3 to 1/10 the cost of traditional JOC programs that require a percentage of construction value for JOC tools and support.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Assure JOC program processes and structure mutually benefit your organization and awarded JOC contractors and can be implemented without the need for paid on-site “JOC consultant” 2. Non-catalog items should not exceed 10% of the total project cost estimate. Prequalify potential JOC contractors.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 18, 2017

Traditional Construction Cost Estimating. Traditional Construction Cost Estimating can benefit from LEAN business practices, a focus upon education and training, and collaborative technology. The post Traditional Construction Cost Estimating appeared first on 4BT.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 29, 2024

Internal management of the JOC Program without excessive reliance upon a “JOC Consultant” Senior management leadership, commitment, and support. are not appropriate and have shown to introduced significant errors in cost estimating. Mandatory initial and ongoing training for all participants. Learn more. Learn more.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Timberline Software Support Issues Listed below are 4 common Timberline Estimating issues and their solutions. Issue: Attempting to open a Timberline Estimate, message appears, “File needs to be inspected”, followed by message, “File is corrupt” a. Issue: Estimator uses hours as takeoff unit for Labor items, for crew-based tasks.

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 9, 2017

Estimating Construction Costs for Job Order Contracts properly is critical to the success of any JOC program. As an owner are you truly managing the process or relying heavily upon a JOC consultant? Key performance indicators related to Estimating Construction Costs for Job Order Contracts: Average work order/project price.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

OCTOBER 5, 2023

FIRST – MAKE A COPY OF THE ESTIMATE- IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME UNFORESEEN CHANGES COULD OCCUR, AND A BACKUP OF THE ORIGINAL IS THE SAFEST WAY TO GET BACK TO WHERE YOU WERE, IF NECESSARY !!!! In the new copied estimate), from the Pricing menu, select Reprice Crews. These steps will copy the new Rate Tables into the Estimate.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 30, 2023

The Associated Builders and Contractors projects the construction industry will need to add an estimated 546,000 workers in addition to the normal pace of hiring in 2023 to meet demands. In 1999, he began a sales career that included both internal and external sales.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 15, 2021

100% real-time view of all you JOC Programs, Contracts, Projects, Proposals, Estimates. Do you manage your JOC Program directly versus outsource management to a JOC Consultant? Does your technical team (engineering/facilities management) and procurement team review detailed line-item estimate prepared by your JOC contractor(s)?

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Contract Procurement Estimating Management 264

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 12, 2022

A third party “JOC Consultant” should be removed from the process other than for services independent auditing, training, and independent government estimating assistance.

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Contract Products Procurement Renovating 262

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 7, 2023

Inaccurate estimates might not be the root of all evil, but they sure can derail a project. Far and away one of the most common reasons, however, is inaccurate budget estimates. When it comes to construction, estimating costs is a towering challenge. When it comes to construction, estimating costs is a towering challenge.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 18, 2016

I, Kiran Kumar K lives in Bengaluru am a diploma civil engineer and working with my own civil consultation and building construction, I am in search.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

AUGUST 15, 2017

No more corrupted or misplaced estimate files- all estimates are stored in the faster, more stable Microsoft SQL database. No more passwords with more robust, granular, Estimating Security Groups Shared report and screen layouts created by administrators can’t be accidentally overwritten, while still [ ]

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 8, 2013

July 8, 2013) – FMI, a provider of management consulting and investment banking to the engineering and construction industry, has released its Q2 2013 Construction Outlook. This is down nearly $6 billion from the $918,897 million, 8% growth estimated in the Q1’s Outlook. RALEIGH, N.C.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 12, 2024

Estimate costs Research and obtain quotes for the solutions you’ve identified. Accurate cost estimates ensure you request sufficient funds without overborrowing. Remember, consulting a financial advisor can be beneficial to navigating loan options and choosing the one that best suits your business’s specific needs.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

While the short term involvement of consultants can be beneficial during the early learning curve, long term business relationships with consultants should not be established. In no manner should consultants be engaged and paid a percentage of construction, repair, renovation, or maintenance costs.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 30, 2023

Considering wage losses, medical expenses, administrative expenses and employer costs, NSC estimates the average cost per medically consulted injury in 2021 at $42,000. Completing jobs on time and to standard requires a healthy workforce, which also leads to a healthy bottom line.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

JANUARY 25, 2018

When Kissick Construction called us last March, they were looking for 3 things: personalized service, quick response, and Viewpoint expertise.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 27, 2023

Consultant WSP has joined the existing line-up of firms that have effectively renewed their places on the new Midlands Highway Alliance Plus fourth-generation professional services framework. The framework, expected to be in place for up to eight years, is estimated to be worth in the region of £960m over the full contract period.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 16, 2021

JOC consultants may also be of value in establishing a JOC Program for the first time. Note: Having a “JOC Consultant” manage a JOC Program is in direct conflict with LEAN construction principles, can involve excessive program costs, and may create conditions for a potential conflict of interest.) Rethinking Job Order Contracts.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Vijay Associates, a federal and state subcontractor, padded hours on New York and Massachusetts transit and other projects, says U.S. Attorney in Boston.

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Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

Consider that many marketing experts estimate new product failure rates averaging 90%. Certainly you can hire a boutique branding consultancy, or the branding agency division of a major advertising holding company. Internal committees are more often than not, not effective, while hiring naming consultants is most often very expensive.

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