Job Order Contracting

APRIL 15, 2021

I always tell owners, builders, architects, and engineers to forget construction cost estimating accuracy. I would also avoid estimators and, or cost data providers that claim to provide accurate construction cost estimates. There is no such thing as an accurate construction cost estimate. This is clearly foolish.

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Estimating Construction Procurement Life Cycle 149

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 29, 2020

Detailed line item construction cost estimating is a prerequisite to obtaining best value outcomes for facilities / built infrastructure repair, renovation maintenance, sustainability, and new construction projects. A locally researched detailed line item construction cost estimating database plays a key role in this regards.

Estimating 151

Estimating Procurement Life Cycle Construction 151

Lets Build

MARCH 3, 2023

If you answered staying on schedule, you’re not alone. So if you don’t want your next project to end up as another statistic for missed deadlines, you need to improve your construction schedule. We’ll discuss five techniques you can use to create a construction schedule that keeps your project on track.

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Schedule Construction Plans Documentation 148

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Reliable construction cost estimating is critical to the success of any repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build project. Reliable Construction Cost Estimating. In theory, all groups should share the same need; to determine the cost for a planned construction activity. Learnings.

Estimating 150

Estimating Construction Renovating CSI 150

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

In the case of an existing property, this exercise could include anything from identifying infrastructure that can be reused for cost savings, to spotting potential structural concerns or issues that might involve costly remediation – both of which could have big impact on a construction budget and schedule.

Commercial 410

Commercial Contractors Construction Budgeting 410

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2017

When a job is behind schedule, it impacts everybody on the project, and likely the next scheduled project or build. Estimates get thrown off, rush fees ensue, and general disdain for the job can surface. Keep your construction project from hitting a standstill with the right software and planning. Subcontractor schedules.

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Viewpoint Construction Schedule Estimating 239

Lets Build

APRIL 28, 2023

Location-based planning and scheduling (LBS) is a methodology used by construction project managers to optimise their planning and scheduling processes by taking into account the physical location and space of their projects. Maybe we need to think about construction planning and scheduling a little differently.

Plans 148

Plans Zoning Schedule Construction 148

Lets Build

APRIL 22, 2021

As a project manager, you should always think of the schedule as the heartbeat of your project. Like that, you will be able to plan your next steps with precision, maintain better control over your project and prevent delays before they expand out of proportion. It’s like running a race. But here comes the real challenge.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

Organizing projects means defining roles and responsibilities, create a project charter, and develop high-level time and cost estimates. Organizing of the project is an important step towards planning of the project. Planning the project: Planning phase of the project management is done based on organization done in the previous step.

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Project Management Management Concrete Foundation 244

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Create estimates, deploy project workflows and controls, inclusive of timelines, approval stages, appropriate information access, and more. Put an end to poor traditional planning, cost estimating, procurement, and project delivery practices! 41%-74% reduction in project schedules. 84% gain in higher-quality construction.

Renovating 240

Renovating Estimating Construction Procurement 240

Job Order Contracting

JULY 22, 2020

Adaptive Lean Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery tools and services are readily available to assure the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects on-time and on-budget. Recognition and leverage of the expertise of those actually doing the work is the norm.

Procurement 147

Procurement Plans Construction Bidding 147

Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 19, 2024

preconstruction planning): Pre-Bond Phase Once school leaders have resolved it is necessary to move forward with a bond election, they enter into the “pre-bond” phase of their Project. We typically suggest scheduling a Treasury appointment nine months (or no less than six months) prior to the intended election date.

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Plans Bidding Budgeting Budget 127

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery can consistently drive significant improvement over traditional methods. The combination technology can also support program, project, bid/proposal, estimate, work order, client, contractor, subcontractor, asset, building, asset, and task management.

Procurement 149

Procurement Plans Construction Renovating 149

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Comprehensive Unit Cost Database Easily estimate the any type of commercial repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build project. Move beyond square foot and parametric estimating Stop using inefficient processes and get Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Teams on the same page via r obust programmatic frameworks.

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CSI Construction Estimating Equipment 172

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

That said, this article will unravel strategies that resonate with professionals, from those who meticulously plan projects to those who wield the tools on-site. Project Managers Responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects.

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Construction Project Management Electrical Safety 308

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Efficient and best management practice construction cost estimating, and ongoing construction project/program management involve early and ongoing planning, and the collaborative and competent involvement of all construction project participants and stakeholders. The ability to determine accuracy requires a known data point, a datum.

Estimating 100

Estimating Construction Procurement Management 100

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 6, 2020

Ensuring COLLABORATION from Planning, through Procurement, through Project Delivery, and Beyond for repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction requires an integrated outcome-focused process. The post IPD – Ensuring Construction COLLABORATION from Planning, through Procurement, through Project Delivery, and Beyond!

Procurement 149

Procurement Plans Organization Construction 149

Cassell Construction Estimating

OCTOBER 5, 2023

On Screen Takeoff directly from digital plans? Do you compile the estimate manually, 
then enter into a spreadsheet? Or do you build the bid directly from within your estimating
 software? Or do you build the bid directly from within your estimating
 software? Hint: it’s not in estimating the material.

Estimating 100

Estimating Las Vegas Bidding Software 100

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 22, 2021

The consistent achievement of best value quality, cost, and schedule outcomes requires the strategic and tactical integration of planning, procurement, and project delivery in concert with the core organizational mission. Sample Workflow.

Renovating 251

Renovating Management Procurement Life Cycle 251

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Estimating costs and Optimizing costs – Current, objective, locally research granular construction task data organized using expanded CSI MasterFormat. The integration of collaborative internal and external Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery teams is equally important. While TAKT, LPS, etc.

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CSI Construction Estimating Organization 206

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

But, most DIY tasks fit into our busy schedules. Estimate the Prices. For each item created on your to-do list, it’s important to include an estimated price of the things you intend to buy or tools you may need to rent. Estimate the Time. Sticking To the Plan. Secondly, it’s good for your health.

Budgeting 214

Budgeting Budget Estimating Feasibility 214

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

The following is an outline of basic Construction Cost Audit Fundamentals when reviewing a construction cost estimate and conducting a construction cost audit. Construction cost audit procedures involve a thorough understand of work scope and all phases leading up to and ending with the construction cost estimate.

Construction 159

Construction Procurement Documentation CSI 159

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 24, 2022

New opportunities and challenges highlight the importance of producing accurate estimates. In an industry with razor-thin margins, incorrect estimates can lead to a major hit in profitability and wreak havoc on your company’s finances. One of the best ways to do this is to use construction estimating software. .

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Estimating Software Software Construction 94

Lets Build

JUNE 10, 2021

Without further ado, here are the three secrets you should keep in mind when you try to introduce and develop a sharp culture around planning in your projects: 1. Make your plan easily available to everyone. As a project manager, you should always think of the schedule as the heartbeat of your project.

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Plans Schedule Project Management Inspections 120

HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Yet, with strategic planning, collaboration, and communication, we have learned how to collaborate to proactively manage these risks, ensuring smoother project delivery and protecting investments. This early planning minimizes the risk of disruptions and keeps the project aligned with its budget and schedule.

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Risk Commercial Budgeting Budget 156

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Managing inventory and employee work hours throughout the entire project, beginning with the bidding and estimating stage, allows managers and owners to monitor the entire company’s monetary flow. Scheduling, planning, and collaboration optimization. Risk management.

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Risk Schedule Profitability Viewpoint 217

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).

Innovation 247

Innovation Construction Safety Budgeting 247

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 15, 2021

100% real-time view of all you JOC Programs, Contracts, Projects, Proposals, Estimates. Alignment of planning, procurement, and project delivery and teams. Schedule a 15-minute introductory call , or visit www.4bt.us. Can you automatically compare two estimates (government and contractor) and show differences in seconds?

Contract 219

Contract Procurement Estimating Management 219

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

As a contractor, misquoting a job estimate can be massively detrimental; some jobs are shut down for weeks, months or even dropped altogether. Accurate estimating ensures there is always enough money for materials, wages, and more. Subcontractor Schedules and Compliance. Budget Inaccuracies.

Construction 237

Construction Software Software Estimating 237

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 26, 2023

Preconstruction Preconstruction planning is critical to any project. Procurement Workflows A detailed scope of work and an associated detailed line-item estimate is required before any procurement evaluation and award. Is the project suitable for the construction delivery method? Are funds available? Is the right team available?

Management 217

Management Procurement Forecasting Change Orders 217

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 18, 2021

Technology is making vast improvements in the way general contractors (GCs) plan and build projects, paving the way for a reimagined future. Remember: Many owners that make decisions about the work to be completed are not construction professionals, meaning they are not accustomed to reading plans and 2D drawings. The result?

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BIM Contractors Modeling Software 240

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 14, 2019

Staying proactive during projects by recognizing pitfalls and taking appropriate steps to avoid them limits accidents, ensures budgets and timelines remain on schedule and creates a more positive work environment. Improperly Estimating Costs and Poorly Planning Projects. Speaking of what could come, plan ahead.

Contractors 296

Contractors Software Software Accidents 296

Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Three-Phases to Design-Build Construction: Preliminary Design and Estimating Detailed Construction Drawings and Bidding Construction Step One/Phase I – Preliminary Design and Estimating In this First Step or Phase our Architect develops plans based on a needs analysis meeting with the building owner and representatives for a nominal fee.

Commercial 126

Commercial Drawings Bidding Budgeting 126

Lets Build

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Make your project plan accessible to everyone in your team. The heartbeat of your project is your schedule. By arranging smaller tasks into a detailed daily schedule, you get to precisely map out your next steps, have better project control and anticipate delays before they could cause any huge issue.

Schedule 147

Schedule Project Management Site Plans 147

Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

This leaves project managers guessing as to their gain/loss versus the original contract estimate and their over/under billing. The reports are consumed from the project dashboard which provides additional reporting for schedule risk as well as providing access to project information and tools. Out-of-the-Box Operational Reporting.

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Project Management Management Viewpoint Software 211

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 8, 2018

If you plan to be at World of Concrete in Las Vegas we hope you’ll stop by Viewpoint booths # C3302 & # C3308. Learn about other Viewpoint solutions including estimating, integrated service management and accounting and more. Don’t miss the Field Time demo scheduled daily at 1:00 p.m. HAPPY HOUR!

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Viewpoint Las Vegas Concrete Products 147

Job Order Contracting

JULY 12, 2023

4BT Job Order Contract Enterprise Management System  Program Management o Ability to roll up program, project, and workorder schedule, resource and budget data o Multi-year, multi-contractor, multi-UPB, project management o Capture initial planning and detailed Scope of Work requirements o Track variance from cost and schedule baselines across the (..)

Contract 130

Contract Management Schedule Budgeting 130