Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 13, 2018

Editor’s Note: This is the final installment in a five-part series on Construction Project Management — how innovative technologies and software are helping project managers streamline processes to build faster, smarter projects. Can it effectively manage construction documents?

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Lets Build

APRIL 3, 2023

But there’s a problem: Complicated construction project management tasks are around every corner, hampering the productivity and efficiency of every stakeholder. We’ll discuss some of the problems construction project managers face and five ways you can simplify complicated construction management tasks.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 17, 2019

Too many of today’s project management workflows, while automated, do not facilitate the use of all the data that is created on a project. Few owners are able to query all the information generated on a project—from emails, documents, spreadsheets, CAD files and other apps—to find an answer to a question.

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Lets Build

JUNE 2, 2023

Expectedly, not all aspects of a project go according to plan; several setbacks usually affect your cost and timelines. Manual processes and tasks in designing, estimating, bidding and project management are primarily responsible for such lapses. Note that 63% of projects fail due to poor communication.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 6, 2018

Drawings are foundational to construction project management. Sheet counts in the approved construction set are often large to begin with and grow even larger as a project progresses. Project Management Connected Drawings. Construction drawings are unlike construction documents.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2018

Construction organizations are relying on modern software for accounting, field management, project management, bid management, design and more. The not-so-good news is that many organizations adopt software at the project or regional level, so it often doesn’t connect the entire business.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 26, 2021

5 Ways to Upgrade Project Management Practices for 2022. The successful completion of a task is accomplished through effective construction project management. Contractors have to deliver a quality project within budget and on time while keeping the revolving door of subcontractors happy. Tue, 10/26/2021 - 09:52.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Without a doubt, photo documentation is one of the most essential aspects of field reporting and field tracking. This is why it is important that all stakeholders take extremely detailed photos that document every step of their work on site. That being said, photo documentation is one of your biggest assets in this effort.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

As teams get larger and construction projects become more complex, proper document management needs to be an integral part of your workflow. Poor document management is detrimental to a project and can lead to delays, budget overruns , and rework. trillion in 2020. billion in rework alone annually.

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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. International Journal of Project Management Belout, A., & Gauvreau, C.

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Project Management Construction Management Education 198

Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

These tools enable construction professionals to rethink every aspect of project planning, execution, and collaboration, whether it be through the use of project management software, virtual reality (VR), or building information modeling (BIM). QR codes have emerged as a valuable asset in promoting safe practices.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 18, 2022

Table of Contents: What is Construction Management Software? The Benefits of Construction Management Software. Key Features to Look for in Construction Project Management Software. How to Choose the Best Construction Management Software. What is Construction Project Management Software?

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 28, 2022

Project management is tough. As simple as it sounds, having the right information in front of you is essential to managing the stress of a project management role,” shares Esteban Coralles , Manager, Technical Solutions at Autodesk and a former construction project manager. “As

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 14, 2018

Improve Project Management. Managing projects in construction is a complex set of tasks that involves overseeing a lot of people, equipment, materials and timelines. Modern project management software solutions are helping managers keep track of it all more efficiently, often from a single, integrated database.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Projects of all sizes face an overwhelming amount of construction documentation. Legacy pen-and-paper-based systems lead to outdated, disconnected, and even chaotic information. Still, without good digital systems in place, the task of managing all those documents can get very overwhelming and chaotic. .

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 10, 2020

Job Order Contract Best Management Practices involve a focus upon LEAN collaborative construction planning, procurement, and project delivery processes and the associated integration of people, process, information, and people. Not all Job Order Contracts (JOC) and JOC Programs are the same.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 16, 2021

During the preconstruction phase, teams often operate independently, only collaborating or sharing information when absolutely necessary. From overextended budgets to project delays, an ineffective preconstruction phase can cause your construction life cycle to fall like dominoes. This tool shouldn’t just be for accessing documents.

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 21, 2023

Construction projects can be complex, with millions of dollars invested and tight deadlines. As a project manager, it’s up to you to execute the plans and ensure everything runs smoothly. Modern software and tools are vital for getting everybody on board and completing projects on time.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 10, 2022

OpenBUILD(TM) is The ONLY Construction Integrated Project Delivery Solution with Locally Researched Cost Visibility with Program Management, Contract Management, Proposal/Bid/Estimate Management, Workorder Management , Project Management, Document Management, Team Management, Issues/Task Management, Workflow Management, and BIM integration.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 21, 2022

Today’s professionals rely on project management software to facilitate the submittals process. In these cases, users need to download the PDFs, edit the documents, and then re-upload them back to the software. In these cases, users need to download the PDFs, edit the documents, and then re-upload them back to the software.

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Project Management Management Autodesk Software 88

Lets Build

AUGUST 12, 2020

In construction, documentation is always key. As a Project Manager, you need to be able at any time to retrieve critical data that will allow you to efficiently manage claims in your projects. Otherwise, your project can become vulnerable against any type of claim. No more unnecessary site visits.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 19, 2022

Back in late 2020, I was talking with Mark Patterson , the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of S. Wilson, a construction management firm out of St. Wilson into PlanGrid Unlimited but also started explaining this new construction management software that we hadn’t released yet–Autodesk Build. Louis, Missouri.

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Project Management Autodesk Management Software 97

Job Order Contracting

MAY 26, 2020

Structured collaboration of the work group allows the administrator to give each team member access to information and functions related to the their roles and activities. Managing tasks and issues through a dashboard saves a lot of time and gains complete control over requirements and schedules.

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Procurement Plans Life Cycle Documentation 151

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2021

For example, if each clash costs $3,500 per instance (PWC, 2018), it’s difficult for estimators and project managers to ensure each project is profitable during the planning phases of a project. Autodesk Construction Cloud’s CDE empowers teams to remain on the same page when planning and forecasting a project.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 23, 2022

Everyone working on a project has the goal of delivering it on time and within budget, but few team members feel this quite as keenly as construction project managers. . As the project manager, you’re tasked with overseeing and facilitating the several moving parts of a project.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The solution is to improve technical and cost transparency early in the planning phase and maintain communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle. While there is a lot of talk about centralizing information, data must be current and actionable, as well as in a common format that everyone can easily understand.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 10, 2022

Project managers have always taken critical roles on construction projects. Over my career, I’ve worked as a project engineer, BIM coordinator, and MEP manager. Yet, undoubtedly the role of construction project managers is evolving. The Current Role of Project Managers in Construction.

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Project Management Management Construction Change Orders 98

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 20, 2018

As we discussed in a recent blog post , the JBKnowledge 2017 Construction Technology report found that building information modeling (BIM) adoption in the United States has been fairly slow, with only 27 percent of construction companies having a BIM department. Success stories like the LACCD indicate the potential of BIM adoption.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

Credible Cost Estimate Core Elements #1 Objectivity – The information used and those invovled in the creation of the construction cost estimate must be objective. The reliance on outdated information (more the three month old) can introduce significant error. Primary data sources should be used whenever possible.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Contractor prepares/updates Detailed Scope of Work referencing any sketches, drawings, photographs, and specifications required to document accurately the work to be accomplished and prepares a detailed line-item proposal of the planned work activity using the current unit price book (UPB). Any required documentation and/or forms.

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Change Orders Documentation Drawings Contractors 205

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

We also train owner all owner staff including project managers, procurement teams… JOC program marketing – Marketing and building awareness for a JOC Program is critical to success. 4BT exclusively provides Informal Compliance Reviews (ICRs) (TM), and Formal Compliance Reviews (FCRs).

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Contract Procurement Contractors Management 219

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

And thanks to a recent KPMG survey , we also know that the large majority of owners (87%) report that their projects are coming under greater scrutiny. So what’s the key to managing increased stakeholder involvement and logistical challenges? It starts with efficient project management processes.

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Project Management Management Autodesk Schedule 80

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 21, 2020

Value-based construction planning, procurement, and project delivery can consistently enable quality projects, on-time and on-budget. This optimal outcomes is possible via the appropriate and consistent integration of people, process, information, and technology.

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Procurement Plans CSI Construction 156

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 17, 2020

The 4BT OpenBuild (TM) 4BT-PE enables a whole new way for real property portfolio owners and their service providers to interact on a full transparent and collaborative basis to achieve mutually beneficial best value outcomes.

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Lets Build

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

You need to always be one step ahead of your project manager and communicate critical issues to them before they turn into threats to the project. Free ebook: Why WhatsApp and Excel aren’t enough for running complex construction projects. Read also: 10 helpful tips for project managers.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 14, 2018

can tell you about the “old” days-and old ways-of construction project management at his company. As the senior project manager at Leander he can tell you how being mired down in the processes can take valuable time away from overseeing the actual work. Laboring Through Manual Processes.

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Lets Build

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Move your schedule and all project communication to the cloud. Moving all your project information to a live, shared place in the cloud ensures that all stakeholders access the same data. Many project managers rely on WhatsApp, Excel, Messenger, phone calls, and emails to communicate their progress with their teams on site.

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