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Job Order Contracting Overview

Job Order Contracting

While it may seem “easier” to pay for these tools/services from project or operational funds, it is generally 3x to 10x more expensive, and per establish financial audit criteria, the practice may set the stage for potential fraud (see references below and associated link). DO – Approach JOC as a journey.

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5 Critical Factors of Effective Loss Control

Construction Business Owner

Companies can refer to their insurance carriers and agents or broker partners who employ consultants specializing in worker safety and injury prevention. They can also engage third-party consultants and public agencies that concentrate on various aspects of injury prevention, injury and claim management and cost-containment. .'

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Outsourced Marketing vs. Staffing for Construction Companies

Construction Marketing

The decision to Outsource Marketing to a consultant or agency, or to hire staff for marketing is a frequent but critical consideration. Outsourced marketing or outsourcing is hiring an outside firm, agency or consultant to manage and implement a company’s marketing functions. References will assist either scenario.

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OSHA Focus Four: Targeting Physical and Financial Loss

Viewpoint Construction Technology

This week, I’m pleased to welcome David DeVita, a safety expert with 20 years of experience, from Carolina Safety Consultants. The term “OSHA Focus Four” refers to these top categories of hazards that cause physical and financial loss on job sites. First and foremost, safety programs save lives. They also save financial resources.

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Gregg Schoppman's Top Tips in 2015

Construction Business Owner

As a consultant with FMI, Gregg Schoppman specializes in the areas of productivity and project management and has expertise in contract delivery methods across many geographical markets. In case you missed one, here's a recap to refer back to as you begin to build a business strategy for 2016. .

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Digital Dryshack # 93: GASP ! (10 Generally-Accepted-Scheduling-Practices)

Cassell Construction Estimating

Most of our work lately has been P6 training, and I find myself during that training to be referring often to Generally-Accepted-Scheduling-Practices. 10 Generally-Accepted-Scheduling-Practices) appeared first on Cassell Consulting - Construction Operations Consulting.

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Contractor saves time, money on 127-unit apartment project with magnesium oxide underlayment panels

BD+C

According to Christine Williamson, a building scientist and consultant who built her career studying building failures, a single building mistake or installation error in new construction can lead to compounding problems, while a single wise decision, well executed, can lead to disproportionate benefits in building performance. (1).