Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Common industry standard terms and definitions and locally researched detailed line item cost data are both mandatory in order to assure financial and technical visibility and transparency.

Management 264

Management Life Cycle Procurement Environment 264

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 3, 2021

The definition of the word estimate per the Oxford Dictionary is as follows… “ estimate noun / an approximate calculation or judgment of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something. “ By definition, a construction cost estimate is an approximation. correct in all details; exact. via Four BT, LLC – www.4bt.us

Estimating 239

Estimating Construction Procurement Renovating 239

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 22, 2021

Sample Workflow. Project Procurement and Delivery Environment Comparison. via 4bt.us. The post 2021 Facilities Repair Renovation and New Construction Cost Management appeared first on 4BT.

Renovating 264

Renovating Management Procurement Life Cycle 264

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Contruction failure factors are have been fully documented. Recognizing these causal factors and implementing available solutions can substantially reduce the number of failed projects, and more efficiently achieve other project objectives.

Project Management 245

Project Management Construction Management Education 245

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Common Data Environment : Common terms and definitions must be shared by all parties. Lean Acquisition Planning : Collaborate to assure all parties are involved in determining physical, functional, and financial requirements.

Procurement 246

Procurement Plans Construction Renovating 246

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

Education, key performance indicators, common terms and definitions, collaborative construction delivery methods, and current, objective, local market granular cost data as well as supporting technology can to be leveraged to enable significant cost savings via signifincant improvements in cost visibility, cost management, and productivity.

Estimating 246

Estimating Life Cycle CSI Construction 246

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2022

Definition of the types of construction services that can be done using the JOC Program (General construction, Roofing, Maintenance, etc.). A notice to proceed, issued by the owner, must include the approved detailed line-item estimate, and other documents per the contract, and a dates for the work to be initiated and substantially completed.

Contractors 263

Contractors Contract Documentation Project Management 263

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

Despite calls for clarity in specification language with accurate descriptions of work results, the definition of polished concrete has broadened to accommodate any floor finish that produces a shine. By definition, the burnished version of polished concrete can include coating the floor with waxes and resins.

Concrete 105

Concrete Design CSI AIA 105

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 24, 2017

The best way to mitigate risk in your green building project are properly drafted contract documents prepared by this law firm or by another attorney with green building experience. The document is simply that good. The American Institute of Architects has published standard form construction industry documents since 1888.

Green 153

Green Risk Drafting Sustainability 153

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

80% of cost overruns are due to poor scope of work definition, and associated inadequate and/or flawed construction cost estimates and otherwise poor planning, procurement, and project delivery management. The errors and poor processes result in change orders, project delays, and legal disputes.

Schedule 232

Schedule Management Procurement Construction 232

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Fundamentals of LEAN facilities and asset management… Knowledge & Practices, Competences, Standards, Workflows, & Metrics.

Life Cycle 173

Life Cycle Procurement Environment Risk 173

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 23, 2019

There was a time when paper was the way to go for managing documents, RFIs, submittals and processes like payroll, time-off requests and job costing. If not, you should definitely watch it. You may have formerly used it to record time cards or print out documents , but you don’t have to anymore. But those days are over.

Documentation 191

Documentation Software Software Management 191

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Data and documents are shared via a common data environment. Each stakeholder or contractor maintains their own data and documents. The CIC BIM Protocol is a contract document for use with any standard building contract. It is used to collect and manage all relevant documents for all stakeholders to access at any time.

BIM 189

BIM Life Cycle Viewpoint Modeling 189

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 19, 2022

AIA Document C195 – 2008, Standard Form Single Purpose Entity Agreement for Integrated Project Delivery, Exhibit D (Work Plan). Integrated Project Delivery: A Working Definition (2nd ed.). Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery System Performance is CRITICAL to Improving Productivity. Learn more? contact-form]. References: AIA.

Products 260

Products AIA Construction San Francisco 260

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Contract Documents. Definitions of Job Order Contracting Terms. Specifications Drawings and Other Documents. 4.005 Design Requirements and Design Documentation. Discrepancies and Contract Document Review. Ownership and Use of Drawings, Specifications and Other Documents. Definition of the JOC Fee.

Contract 100

Contract Bidding Documentation Drawings 100

Chianelli Estimating

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

A detailed estimate often accompanies blueprints and other detailed project documents. Definitive Estimate. What sets definitive estimates apart is that they contain actual prices derived from a more clearly defined scope of work.

Estimating 60

Estimating Feasibility Construction Budgeting 60

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 18, 2019

Standardized terms, definitions, and task descriptions with an innovative and verifiable locally researched detailed unit price book… the Open JOC Unit Price Book (TM). Leverage cloud-based collaborative technology integrating Program, Project, Work Order, Document, Contractor, and Subcontractor Management.

Construction 100

Construction Renovating Documentation Innovation 100

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

LEAN Collaborative Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Methodology with a focus upon BEST VALUE OUTCOMES Common Data Environment (CDE) using common standards terms, definitions, and robust data architectures. Learn more… Simple Guide to LEAN Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery.

Life Cycle 133

Life Cycle Modeling Management CSI 133

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 1, 2019

There is definitely a difference between integrated vs. stand-alone construction software. Paper forms in the field, heavy books of plans and drawings and other tree-sourced documents can also get lost or revised so many times to the point that no two people on a jobsite have the same information in front of them.

Software 277

Software Software Construction Organization 277

FDR Safety

MAY 13, 2024

Documentation of infeasibility is extremely important because the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission (OSHRC) has recognized feasibility when ruling on contested cases. Documentation of infeasibility is an effective tool when a three-column matrix with both OSHA and ANSI B11 criteria is used.

Feasibility 156

Feasibility Employment Deals OSHA 156

FDR Safety

MAY 13, 2024

Documentation of infeasibility is extremely important because the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission (OSHRC) has recognized feasibility when ruling on contested cases. Documentation of infeasibility is an effective tool when a three-column matrix with both OSHA and ANSI B11 criteria is used.

Drafting 156

Drafting Feasibility OSHA Risk 156

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

AFARS) The above definition of a unit price book clearly notes the requirement that the JOC unit price book reflect both local and current costs for the work to be performed using JOC. 5117.9001 Definitions. as-built drawings and warranties). 5117.9006 Contracting officer responsibilities. as-built drawings and warranties).

Contract 264

Contract Office Negotiation Documentation 264

Building Information Management

JANUARY 12, 2013

The benefits include centralized and visual communication, early exploration of options, sustainability, efficient design, integration of disciplines, site control, as-built documentation, etc. – effectively developing an asset lifecycle process and model from conception to final retirement. – NIBS.

BIM 75

BIM Modeling AGC Life Cycle 75

CivilJungle

AUGUST 8, 2022

Legal Documents Required for Purchase of Property. But we must avoid the problem and legal situation by checking the documents required for buying property. The below documents are necessary for the purchase of property: 1. The kata simulates the account , and documents are essential when conducting land from one to another.

Documentation 52

Documentation Legal Certification Agreement 52

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

Sometimes, as you know, project documents can devote an entire plan sheet or spec section to a list of abbreviations and acronyms. A lot of this communication revolves around the project documentation. So, whatever your definition of IPD, teamwork and communication are key. What’s your definition of IPD? Dexter + Chaney.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Job Order Contracting

MAY 17, 2019

Integrate Program, Project, Estimate, Document, Contractor, and Subcontractor Management into one system. Improved scope of work definition. Multi-format document use, including BIM information. Leverage the experience of multi-discipline teams… procurement, builders, building users, facilities management, oversight groups….

Documentation 100

Documentation Procurement Management BIM 100

The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

Closing down the project: Once the execution of the project is completed, the project team evaluates the team’s performance, documents related to the project are achieved, lessons learned form the experiences in the project is captured and celebrate the project’s completion.

Project Management 244

Project Management Management Concrete Foundation 244

Construction Marketing

MAY 23, 2011

The definition most people give to LinkedIn is that it is a digital resume. Share Documents. Be sure to complete your profile as close to 100% as you can to amplify all LinkedIn initiatives that your company will undertake in the future. Companies on LinkedIn. Create a company page, or link your profile to the existing company page).

Construction 267

Construction Products News Site 267

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 3, 2020

Project definition of the Scope of Work is critical. An Operations Manual, or Execution Guide, is a written document that is part of a multi-party agreement, serves to articulate roles, responsibilities, data environments, workflows, metrics, etc. It integrates internal and external resources within a process-centric environment.

Procurement 191

Procurement Plans Construction Environment 191

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 20, 2020

In addition to training, a suite owner-specific tools and services to support a LEAN JOC Program include: A common data environment (CDE) – A glossary of clearly defined, common defined terms and definitions written in plain English. Key performance indicators (KPIs). via Four BT, LLC – www.4BT.us

Contract 205

Contract Life Cycle Environment Renovating 205

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Actionable Information – A common set of terms and definition and a locally researched detailed line item unit prices JOC construction cost database (versus a “national average” reference cost book with or without cost factors or other economic indices). A JOC unit price book (UPB) is the key element in this regard.

Renovating 100

Renovating Contract Construction Estimating 100

Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

For the definition of construction project management, it’s basically PMI’s definition in the construction context. Following initiation, the project team creates a roadmap — the project management plan (PMP) , a formal document that outlines the project’s execution and control. Are all contract documents signed?

Project Management 148

Project Management Management Construction Feasibility 148

Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 7, 2018

Schools that are served by a public water system are not subject to SDWA monitoring and treatment requirements because those schools do not meet the definition of a public water system. To address this gap in testing, EPA developed a guidance document, 3Ts Technical Guidance for Reducing Lead in Drinking Water in Schools.

Green 230

Green Maryland Rhode Island Regulation 230

Building Radar

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

As-built drawings are essential documents that show the exact construction of a building as it was completed, including any modifications or deviations from the original plans. Having accurate as-built drawings can prevent costly mistakes in future projects, ensuring that the history of the building is well-documented.

Drawings 52

Drawings Construction Lien Contract 52

Job Order Contracting

JULY 30, 2024

Defined documentation and approvals for all project phases. #3. This includes the use of a common, industry-standard glossary of terms and definition as well as the use of standard data architectures such as expanded CSI MasterFormat, expanded UNIFORMAT, etc. Process requirements include: #1.

Sustainability 243

Sustainability Procurement Plans Management 243

cnstrctr

AUGUST 25, 2019

The dimensions that are listed on the architectural documents may not be the same as what you have on site. Some of the most important tips for contractors when installing washroom partitions include: Take Site Measurements Don’t Forget the Blocking and Support Install at the end Don’t Over Complicate. Take Site Measurements.

Construction 60

Construction Materials Overhead Forecasting 60

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 20, 2020

In addition to training, a suite owner-specific tools and services to support a LEAN JOC Program include: A common data environment (CDE) – A glossary of clearly defined, common defined terms and definitions written in plain English.

Contract 162

Contract Life Cycle Environment Renovating 162