Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Due to increasing concern about sustainability and productivity issues, there is a demand for public sector real property owners to significant boost productivity and overall stewardship of the built environment. Any significant improvement, however, will require LEADERSHIP, COMMITMENT, CAPACITY, and ACCOUNTABILITY.

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Sustainability Management Procurement Environment 189

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. A de minimis conditions is not a recognized environmental condition.”. of this report.

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Site Drafting United States Regulation 296

Construction Marketing

MAY 21, 2021

Workplace safety, also known as occupational health and safety, refers to the act of providing a safe working environment for everyone in the workplace. This encompasses the procedures, policies, and safety equipment and tools that have to be observed to mitigate the risk of many workplace accidents.

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Safety Accidents Risk Employment 287

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

The errors and poor processes result in change orders, project delays, and legal disputes. All off the require tools and support services to create integrated environments, to address all of the above issues, and more, are readily available. 10% are due to equipment and/or materials delays, most off which could have been foreseen.

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Schedule Management Procurement Construction 232

FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

The Summit brought together safety and legal professionals from chemical manufacturing, petroleum refining, paper and other industries covered by OSHA’s PSM Standard and EPA’s RMP Rule, with officials from the relevant regulatory agencies. Unfortunately, we find that much of this training has no foundation… Let me explain.

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Risk Safety Feasibility Foundation 223

Construction Marketing

MARCH 11, 2022

A person’s workplace conditions and the type of work they engage in cause these risks. . Likewise, a slip and fall accident can occur in any work environment. Therefore, to avoid these types of accidents, it’s good to examine who’s at risk in the same manner as knowing when and where accidents usually happen.

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Injury Accidents Environment Employment 218

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 13, 2017

In an effort to mitigate risk you should not contract directly with an environmental consultant, but rather your attorney should contract with that consultant. Be aware, however, only where the document or communication is primarily concerned with legal assistance does it come within the attorney-client privilege.

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Consulting Contract Drafting Legal 153

FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

A recent report by Marsh Risk Consulting cites a shortage of skilled construction workers in markets across the country, including Pittsburgh, Seattle, and Phoenix. In this environment, some contractors are stretching their hiring standards to meet project demands.”. Bureau of Labor Statistics. in 2006.). Accident Prevention'

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Safety Accidents Construction Phoenix 120

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 22, 2021

ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a fabulous group attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a new non-law consulting firm. As an option, we can further assist them with an independent third party certification to mitigate any risk in showcasing their ethical sourcing credentials.

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Legal Risk Sustainability California 177

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Additionally, it is suggested in the U.S. it is better to do the right thing, now, rather than be forced to do so by new laws.

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Equity Sustainability Defense Green 257

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 28, 2020

Collaborative behavior is somewhat foreign within an industry segments known for mistrust, antagonistic relationships and legal disputes. Additionally a certain level of owner leadership and competency is a core requirement. That said, there is little overtly complex about LEAN collaborative methods.

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Procurement Construction Life Cycle Renovating 207

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

In a widely accepted definition, Zero Waste is, The conservation of all resources by means of responsible production, consumption, reuse, and recovery of products, packaging, and materials without burning and with no discharges to land, water, or air that threaten the environment or human health.”.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 19, 2023

Crane certifications are crucial for construction site operations due to their critical role and potential risks. A solid commitment to safety can help reduce legal liabilities resulting from accidents or non-compliance with safety regulations. They demonstrate the crane operators’ proper training, knowledge, and machine operation.

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Certification Site Accidents OSHA 183

Constructonomics

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Yet, for some reason, the inclusion of effective evacuation equipment for use in the event of an emergency is an all-too-common afterthought – when, in fact, its inclusion at the construction stage is far safer, more legally compliant and more cost effective. Immediate Legal Compliance. Eliminates Site Disruption; Reduces Overall Cost.

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Safety Legal Construction Equipment 138

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 6, 2019

However, by using leading-edge construction technologies that improve productivity, mitigate project risks, reduce errors and boost collaboration, contractors can streamline processes to make it easier to achieve on-time, on-budget projects. Create a Truly Collaborative Environment. Avoid Negative Incidents.

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Contractors Software Software Budgeting 217

Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

In construction, RTLS relates to synchronizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) with built environment that boosts job site safety and efficiency. Drones possess a tremendous potential to help mitigate job site risks and enable smarter ways of construction. Lever & Associates, PLLC in 2014 and is the firm’s top legal strategist.

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Site Safety Construction Accidents 182

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

To meet their responsibilities as stakeholders of the built environment ( facilities and other built structures ), public sector owners need to have the ability create credible construction cost estimate for ALL repair, renovation, maintenance (FSRM), and new build projects.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

IS YOUR BUSINESS EFFECTIVELY PRIORITIZING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Whether the project involves a multi-million-dollar office building or a three-story apartment complex, there are several risks that need to be considered in order to ensure the success of any construction project.

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Risk Management Construction Safety 62

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

How Well Does Your Business Prioritize Construction Risk Management? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Whether the project involves a multi-million-dollar office building or a three-story apartment complex, there are several risks that need to be considered in order to ensure the success of any construction project.

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Risk Management Construction Safety 62

FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

PLAY AT YOUR OWN RISK” is an example of this type of sign. Over the past years, I have performed hundreds of Task Based Risk Assessments (See past blogs for a description of the TaBRA methodology). I would estimate that only 5-10% of identified high risk task elements result from the hazards of machine motion.

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Safety Risk Injury Feasibility 120

FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

PLAY AT YOUR OWN RISK” is an example of this type of sign. Over the past years, I have performed hundreds of Task Based Risk Assessments (See past blogs for a description of the TaBRA methodology). I would estimate that only 5-10% of identified high risk task elements result from the hazards of machine motion.

Safety 120

Safety Risk Injury Feasibility 120

Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

Construction projects, by their very nature, involve a significant degree of risk. From safety hazards to contractual disputes, the industry faces numerous liability issues that can lead to costly legal battles, project delays, and financial losses. Common Construction Liability Issues 1.

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Liability Risk Legal Construction 52

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Shared Financial Risk and Reward Based on Project Outcome. Virtual Elimination of Legal Disputes, Change Orders, and Potential for Fraud. Environment of Mutual Trust and Respect. Mandatory Collaboration – Early and Ongoing Information Sharing. Reward for Consensus-based, Outcome-focused Decisions and Actions.

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Contract Change Orders Legal Documentation 100

Building Radar

JULY 25, 2024

Embarking on a construction project in Texas entails navigating a web of legal requirements to ensure compliance. This compliance checklist will guide you through the key legal requirements, helping you avoid costly fines and project delays.

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Legal Texas Inspections Zoning 52

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 31, 2021

PFAS is very persistent in the environment and in the human body, meaning these chemicals don’t break down, accumulating over time, and as such have been referred to ‘forever chemicals’ making them an emergent environmental catastrophe.

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Site Commercial United States Regulation 156

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 9, 2018

When compared to the industry norm of 75% of all construction projects being over budget, delayed, or resulting in legal disputes. LEAN Job Order Contracting deployed via the OpenJOC Solution, requires collaboration, financial transparency, shared risk/reward, and mutual respect/trust among program participants. Shared risk/reward.

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Life Cycle Construction Procurement Budgeting 100

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Consider total cost of the project/program, including change orders, potential for legal disputes, and especially prior performance on similar projects. Common Data Environment (CDE) – Use a unit price book that outlines and details ALL required construction tasks, inclusive of labor, material, and equipment information.

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Products Management Life Cycle Construction 100

Lets Build

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Being able to define the major sources of risk in your projects can eventually pave the way for faster and cheaper delivery without having to compromise quality. That being said, coming up with an effective risk management framework across different projects is possible. How we could define risk in a construction project.

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Risk Management Construction Claims 60

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 13, 2019

Shared Risk/Reward. Planning, estimating, negotiating, procuring, managing, and closing out projects are all phases that are fully defined within a LEAN construction environment. Both change orders and legal disputes can be virtually eliminated with a properly designed and managed LEAN construction procurement and delivery framework.

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Innovation Construction Procurement Bidding 100

Job Order Contracting

JULY 29, 2021

Adversarial, change-order-oriented environment is common between owner, A/E, and contractor. Construction Manager at Risk. Construction manager at risk ( CM@R) includes a construction manager who works with the owner and A/E through design and proposals and manages subcontracts to complete the work. Is not legal in some states.

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 11, 2017

Furthermore, a common data environment (CDE) is a fundamental element. A standardized set of terms, definitions, and data formats is needed. Neither can be accomplished through a third-party, i.e. a consultant, without risk of poor performance and/or increased potential for mismanagement.

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BIM Life Cycle Legal Management 100

Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

BIM is the efficient full life cycle operation of the built environment, with the promise of managing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and associated physical and functional conditions in concert with an organization’s changing needs. Appropriate distribution of risk. So… back to the legal aspects of BIM.

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Legal BIM Life Cycle Procurement 40

Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

BIM is the efficient full life cycle operation of the built environment, with the promise of managing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and associated physical and functional conditions in concert with an organization’s changing needs. Appropriate distribution of risk. So… back to the legal aspects of BIM.

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Legal BIM Life Cycle Procurement 40

FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

However, some policies are so strict that they create potential legal issues. The good news is that Task Based Risk Assessment offers a viable methodology for deciding what to do. He assists clients in creating efficient and effective safety programs, especially in manufacturing environments. Contact me if you have question.

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Safety OSHA Injury Feasibility 136

Pro Builder

JULY 27, 2020

What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. Mon, 07/27/2020 - 12:57. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor. COVID-19 Testing: At What Cost Privacy?

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Legal OSHA Employment Liability 59

Construction Marketing

APRIL 25, 2016

Some companies are benefitting from the economic environment, while others are still being trampled by the lasting effects of the recession. Ensure the entire team knows the objectives, risk, and expectations of a project. Some factors of a complex environment: Multiple subcontractors and locations. Lack of collaboration.

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Documentation Construction Software Software 120

ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

Environment. Contractors Should Beware of Recovery Risks. Description: Contractors face recovery risk when they take on too much work after they’ve depleted their staff, cash and other resources. Risk management. BONUS: ENR Future Tech & ENR Risk Review at no additional charge. contact us. industry jobs.

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