The Constructor

JUNE 29, 2020

What is the Definition of Cement? The post What is the Definition of Cement? appeared first on The Constructor.

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Lets Build

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Without a clear definition of “done”, your project teams and subcontractors will not know their exact work scope and what they are working towards. A universal definition of done lets your team and subcontractors finish what they are doing and move on to the next job. Standardise your definition of “done”, avoid delays.

Project Management 147

Project Management Materials Site Management 147

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Standardization of terms, definitions, descriptions, and data architecture (sample data architecture: expanded CSI MasterFormat). #4. Local market, current, verifiable and objective labor, material, equipment, and productivity data sets linked to granular construction tasks. #3.

Estimating 233

Estimating CSI Construction Equipment 233

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 2, 2025

Incomplete Scope Definition: A poorly defined project scope can lead to scope creep, causing additional costs due to unforeseen changes and additions.

Estimating 147

Estimating Construction Risk Site 147

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

expanded CSI MasterFormat) and industry standard terms and definitions understandable to all participants and stakeholders? #5 #3 Does the cost estimating include all granular construction tasks and quantities, including labor, material, equipment, and productivity representing current local market conditions. #4

Transportation 189

Transportation Education Management Procurement 189

Construction Business Owner

JULY 29, 2019

I this article, you will find the Construction Marketing Association’s (CMA) perspective on DMT, including a definition, details about the digital marketing mix of top strategies and tactics, and some insight into the role of marketing technology. .

Construction 280

Construction 280

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 21, 2021

While there are many fleet performance metrics to manage to keep a fleet productive and healthy, the following are five key metrics and definitions below directly impact the bottom line. Therefore, it can have a profound impact on your bottom line. Read on to find out how. . Utilization.

Equipment 317

Equipment Products Management Construction 317

The Constructor

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Managing a warehouse is definitely not a simple task, and it takes a considerable amount of work and effort to do it effectively and efficiently.

Management 264

Management Construction 264

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

The WorldGBC definition of a net zero carbon building is a building that is highly energy efficient and fully powered from on-site and/or off-site renewable energy sources.”. And there are ‘real’ definitions in statute, including in California and in legislation pending in Washington DC. On the other hand, the U.S.

Certification 296

Certification DC Site Green 296

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 15, 2023

4 Standardized Terms, Definitions, and Data Architecture All cost data should be include industry standard terms and definitions written in plain English, without the excessive use of abbreviations or acronyms. Construction Cost Data Integrity is one of the most overlooked items in preparing a detailed Scope of Work.

Construction 246

Construction CSI Architecture Procurement 246

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 26, 2020

And that is definitely first priority. If you're like us, you've heard these directives over and over again in the last few weeks—and for good reason. The media is constantly reporting on what you should be doing to protect yourself and loved ones from COVID-19.

US 270

US 270

The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

This density is the minimum limit for lightweight concrete according to the definition in standard EN 206-1. Ultra-lightweight concrete […]. The post Ultra-Lightweight Concrete: Materials, Properties, and Applications appeared first on The Constructor.

Concrete 264

Concrete Materials 264

Job Order Contracting

MAY 28, 2024

The failure to use standard terms, definitions, and data architectures as well as objective local market data. While we are all aware of the high levels of financial and environmental waste associated with the construction and sustainment of the built environment, very little has been done to address the issue at the root cause level. .

Estimating 243

Estimating Construction CSI Procurement 243

The Constructor

APRIL 22, 2024

All formal scheduling procedures rely upon estimates of the durations of the various project activities as well as the definitions of the predecessor relationships among tasks. The variability of an activity's duration may also be considered.

Estimating 246

Estimating Schedule Construction Project Management 246

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 7, 2021

Reduced Procurement Time Reduced Demand for Project Management Improved Scope of Work Definition and Communication Cost visibility and transparency via locally researched detailed line item unit price book Shorter overall Project Delivery Time No fee charged as percentage of JOC construction value.

Contract 264

Contract Procurement Project Management Plans 264

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Definition of physical and funtional needs including environmental needs and project requirements (users) / Project Requirements Development. Definition of planning, procurement, and project delivery execution methods and teams; 4. Construction 5. Use, operation and maintenance of the building; and 6.

Sustainability 246

Sustainability Management Life Cycle Procurement 246

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Heres a deeper dive into the differences and their impact on winning bids: Local Market Cost Data Definition : This data is specific to a geographic region, reflecting real-time labor rates and trade variance due to workers comp and other variables, material costs, subcontractor pricing, and equipment rental costs in that area.

Bidding 147

Bidding Construction Defense Contractors 147

The Constructor

MARCH 14, 2017

ACI 206 provides the definition. Fire ratings of concrete and masonry structural elements considers two factors: fire endurance and fire resistance.

Concrete 203

Concrete Engineering 203

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

The use of industry standard terms and definitions as well as standardized data architecture play key roles in ensuring clear and detailed understanding of both technical and cost requirements. In this regard standardization is an important component to enabling improved information use and sharing.

Construction 147

Construction Visualization CSI Architecture 147

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

While slips, trips and falls are among the most reported and costly injuries, confusion surrounds the definition of slip resistance as well as the accepted method for evaluating slip-resistant footwear. Employers are placed in a difficult position.

United States 226

United States Accidents OSHA Injury 226

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 7, 2016

186 (2015) ( Browning-Ferris )—a decision that upended decades of National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) precedent and dramatically expanded the definition of “joint employer” under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). 362 N.L.R.B. On August 16, 2016, in Retro Environmental, Inc./Green Green JobWorks, LLC , 364 N.L.R.B.

Employment 225

Employment Risk California Green 225

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Fully transparent cost and scope of work definition supported by a granular, current, locally researched detailed unit price book , organized using a standard information architecture (i.e. A shift in focus from perceived “technology solutions” to a foundational change in day-to-day activities and relationships. CSI Masterfomat).

Renovating 264

Renovating Procurement Organization CSI 264

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 28, 2019

And even then, the answer wasn’t definitive. Sure, the foreman should have checked first. But when he’s tried calling headquarters before, it took hours for someone to return his call. It’s hard to blame the foreman for skipping the rigmarole to meet his deadline.

Accidents 230

Accidents 230

The Constructor

NOVEMBER 24, 2017

Please can you explain: what is the definition of concrete grade? Base on what the concrete grade is selected for construction? Example of Regular.

Concrete 190

Concrete Construction 190

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 22, 2018

While slips, trips and falls are among the most reported and costly injuries, confusion surrounds the definition of slip resistance as well as the accepted method for evaluating slip-resistant footwear. Employers are placed in a difficult position.

United States 209

United States Accidents OSHA Injury 209

The Constructor

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

The design of irrigation canal system requires the knowledge of some of the important terminologies and definitions associated with the command area.

Design 182

Design Resource 182

Job Order Contracting

MAY 11, 2023

3 Sharing and estimate developed using a locally researched cost database with contractor improves SOW definition and significant reduces risk for all parties. Using a standard data architecture (expanded CSI MasterFormat) and industry standard terms and definitions is also critical to information sharing.

Contractors 202

Contractors CSI Estimating Architecture 202

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 1, 2022

Data architecture (standardized, common terms, definitions, information formats). Variations in an estimate can be found in the basis. FACTORS IMPACTING AN ESTIMATE. Corruption/fraudulent practices. Early and ongoing communication of participants. Environmental aspects. Equipment availability. Local and general market conditions.

Estimating 264

Estimating Construction Procurement Architecture 264

Construction Dive

AUGUST 15, 2024

Several industry groups have filed suit to stop the change, which expands the definition of who can be present during jobsite inspections.

Liability 162

Liability Inspections Safety Industrial 162

Construction Dive

JULY 14, 2020

The court decided on the definition of "accident" as it pertained to the offending subcontractor's insurance coverage because the policy itself offered no definition.

Michigan 154

Michigan Accidents Insurance Contractors 154

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 1, 2022

Define glossary of terms and definitions. Lasting progressive change comes from people within the organization who buy into and carry out needed reforms. Training and education must be continuous, and empower participants to innovate and scale up ideas. Common Data Environment. Leverage collaborative technology.

Design 260

Design CSI Procurement Organization 260

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 2, 2022

Data architecture (standardized, common terms, definitions, information formats). Variations in an estimate can be found in the basis. FACTORS IMPACTING AN ESTIMATE. Corruption/fraudulent practices. Early and ongoing communication of participants. Environmental aspects. Equipment availability. Local and general market conditions.

Management 263

Management Estimating Procurement Construction 263

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Project Definition – Understanding a customer request in sufficient detail in order to create a detailed line item construction cost estimate is step one. All program participants and stakeholders should be involved in the definition and approval of these requirements as defined in a detailed scope of work (SOW).

Estimating 214

Estimating Construction Procurement Environment 214

Job Order Contracting

MAY 18, 2022

Consistent, significant improvements in productivity, quality, cost reduction, and delivery times can only be achieved by “checking all the following boxes”: [ ] Owner leadership and commitment to change. [ ] Collaborative organizational culture. [ ] A robust program-based framework that includes LEAN processes and workflows. [ ] Mandatory (..)

Procurement 264

Procurement Plans Design Construction 264

Green Building Law Update

JULY 25, 2021

The initial draft includes: What purports to be an only modest change to REC definition is proposed, but this modification to that ultimate defined term risks negatively impacting the value of hundreds of millions of dollars of real estate each year. The new definition is explained in an appendix. The ASTM E50.02

Site 296

Site Drafting United States Regulation 296

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Information must be clearly presented using common terms and definitions. A robust process, implemented as an integrated solution, and continuously monitored and improved upon is the goal of every real property owner, facilities management professional, and their partnered design-builders. Information. Technology.

Management 261

Management CSI Procurement Organization 261

CivilJungle

APRIL 7, 2022

Superelevation Definition. It is very essential to provide superelevation in roads for the safe movement of vehicles on the curved portion of the roads. It helps the fast-moving vehicles to safely pass through the curved portion of the roads with stability.

Roads 98

Roads Concrete Equipment Banking 98