Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

When procuring a repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build service, detailed line item estimating using objective local market labor, material, equipment, and productivity information remains industry’s best practice.

Estimating 147

Estimating Procurement Renovating Management 147

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Total Cost of Ownership Model Informs Future-Focused Facility Planning 1 kcichowicz Tue, 09/17/2024 - 10:00 TCO data-informed decisions can help owners, planners, designers, builders, and contractors strategically manage costs over an asset or portfolio’s lifecycle. Are you feeling overwhelmed by the number of buildings in your portfolio?

Modeling 104

Modeling Plans Forecasting Management 104

HardHatChat

MARCH 27, 2018

Using prefabricated construction components (elements that are manufactured off-site and then delivered to the construction site for installation) or a modular construction model (where entire building sections are constructed in a plant facility and delivered for on-site assembly) certainly has the potential to improve efficiencies.

Commercial 328

Commercial Union Construction Site 328

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 22, 2022

Successful model coordination ensures information flows effortlessly from one team to the next. To deliver high-quality projects, design, BIM, and field teams need to have a common source of information and communication – the model. This enables design and BIM teams to collaborate to refine models and reduce errors.

Modeling 97

Modeling Design BIM Autodesk 97

Pro Builder

JUNE 5, 2023

of construction materials have experienced an average cost increase of 19%. of construction materials have experienced an average cost increase of 19%. Despite the rising costs of certain materials, some prices this year have begun to show signs of softening, said Sam Giffin, director of data operations at Gordian.

Materials 98

Materials Construction Concrete Sustainability 98

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Estimators Analyze project blueprints and specifications to estimate labor, materials, and equipment costs. Utilize various tools to cut, shape, and assemble wood and other materials. Heavy Equipment Operators Operate large machinery, such as bulldozers, cranes, and excavators, to move materials and perform site preparation.

Construction 332

Construction Project Management Electrical Safety 332

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 2, 2018

As construction professionals continue to look for ways to improve their bottom line, often by looking for inefficiencies in labor and material costs, more companies are turning to a familiar jobsite fuel source to power their vehicle fleets—propane autogas.

Modeling 189

Modeling Materials Construction 189

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 1, 2024

Upgrades and Replacements : Regular inspections can identify opportunities for upgrading to more energy-efficient models or implementing energy-saving technologies. Material Longevity : Proper upkeep of building materials (e.g., roofs, windows) extends their life, reducing the need for replacements and conserving resources.

Sustainability 246

Sustainability Inventory Resource Procurement 246

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

Cement use in concrete is the largest single material source of greenhouse gas emissions in building. Concrete is the largest single material source of embodied emissions in buildings, and makes for more than 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions. And such is why addressing the negative environmental impacts of concrete matters.

Concrete 245

Concrete Green Materials California 245

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Construction sites these days have no shortage of data: design and BIM data from the planning stages of a project, jobsite data collected by wearables, mobile devices and sensors on equipment/materials, accounting and job progress data from the office, project management data and much more. Your data can help you develop these models.

Construction 241

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 241

ENR Construction

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As jobsites become even more connected with broadband and other services, equipment providers are giving their contractor customers more capabilities to take advantage of project data, whether from a 3D model or even take the steps to make materials supply chains more sustainable.

Modeling 77

Modeling Equipment Sustainability Materials 77

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). In addition, QR codes can also be a great solution if you want to keep your information in safety.

Innovation 273

Innovation Construction Safety Budgeting 273

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Building information modeling (BIM) is growing increasingly popular in construction, and for good reason. This 3D modeling tool establishes one master design for everyone to work from, all the way from the planning stages of a project through execution. BIM models can streamline projects.

Contractors 189

Contractors Software Software BIM 189

Construction Dive

APRIL 8, 2020

Rob Caputo tells Construction Dive how Katerra's business model runs on enterprise resource planning from a bill of materials during the design stage, similar to what's done in manufacturing.

Modeling 144

Modeling Resource Construction Materials 144

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 19, 2024

Holistic Vision : Master builders had a comprehensive understanding of the entire construction process, from material selection to structural integrity, which allowed them to create cohesive, well-executed projects. This can help avoid the common pitfalls of cost overruns or inaccuracies seen in more traditional models.

Contract 245

Contract Procurement Modeling Design 245

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Often just considered 3D design, building information modeling (BIM) also acts as a collaborative work platform. Asset Information Model (AIM). The asset information model is a maintained information model used to manage, control, and operate a respective asset. Project Information Model (PIM). RACI Indicator.

BIM 189

BIM Life Cycle Viewpoint Modeling 189

Job Order Contracting

MAY 24, 2023

3# Detailed knowledge of local market labor, material, equipment, and productivity information a granular level is required to produce a verifiable and defensible construction cost estimate that is actionable. There is no “secret sauce”, there are no “short cuts”, and technology in itself is not a solution.

Estimating 246

Estimating Construction Defense Change Orders 246

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 22, 2020

Detailed Cost Data – Repair, renovation, maintenance, and new unit costs are based on discrete work activity tasks (along with their labor, crew, productivity, material, equipment and location requirements ) that represent applicable construction standards/specifications. Industry and statistical standards are not used.

Construction 191

Construction Statistics Life Cycle Renovating 191

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

10% are due to equipment and/or materials delays, most off which could have been foreseen. Note: The use of national average cost data, area cost factors, construction cost indices, parametric cost modeling, historical cost data is NOT recommended. 10% are due to site related productivity issues, most of which could have been foreseen.

Schedule 232

Schedule Management Procurement Construction 232

Construction Marketing

JULY 3, 2024

Depending on your construction goals, however, standard shade sizes and materials may not fit your needs, and you’ll need to find the best custom shade sail retailers to meet your unique demands. This automation ensures higher product quality in the same way building information modeling (BIM) does for your projects.

Products 248

Products Materials Design Documentation 248

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 3, 2021

Locally researched cost data provided at this level of granularity provides superior cost visibility for specified projects when compared against Uniformat and/or assembly level categorizations of construction requirements, or parametric modeling. Similarly, how are material and equipment costs researched? via Four BT, LLC – www.4bt.us

Estimating 239

Estimating Construction Procurement Renovating 239

Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Building Information Modeling (BIM) isn’t a new concept in construction. Better logistics and staging —The extended team can easily see where materials and equipment will be staged, increasing oversight and efficiency during project execution.

BIM 223

BIM Contractors Software Software 223

Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 16, 2018

If you work in construction, you can’t escape the buzz around business information modeling (BIM) , the 3D modeling method used to communicate information throughout the design, build and lifecycle of a project. Project managers, for example, can consult a business information model on a jobsite to ensure construction follows plans.

BIM 162

BIM Modeling United States San Francisco 162

GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

Your rep can then show you a live model that predicts how your cement will perform with each recommended additive, showing anticipated strengths and other characteristics. Enhance the ability to use supplementary cementitious materials for increased operational savings and a reduced carbon footprint .

Products 210

Products iPad America Consulting 210

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 21, 2021

Currently, many organizations use a one or more of the following, all of which are generally incapable of meeting current regulatory requirements; Historical construction costs Third-party cost databases based upon “national averages” Area cost factors or location factors or economic indices Parametric cost modeling.

Estimating 165

Estimating Construction Contract Renovating 165

Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 23, 2017

It involves a lot of components, but thanks to building information modeling (BIM), it’s not as complicated as it sounds. For example, being able to see material origins and production processes is helpful for planning out credits that are given on the basis of materials and recycled content percentages. Prioritize LEED credits.

Certification 200

Certification BIM Viewpoint Green 200

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery models include but are not limited to Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), Project Alliancing (PA), and LEAN Job Order Contracting, all of which enable collaborative partnerships and work mechanisms based on trust, robust processes, and a common, shared data environment.

Sustainability 189

Sustainability Management Procurement Environment 189

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

In more technical terms, machining is a type of subtractive manufacturing, which means that the material gets removed during the process. A CNC machine uses fast-moving cutters starting with a block material to quickly carve and cut away materials to create a finished part. The CAD Model Designing Process.

CAD 156

CAD Materials Products Industrial 156

GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

Your rep can then show you a live model that predicts how your cement will perform with each recommended additive, showing anticipated strengths and other characteristics. Enhance the ability to use supplementary cementitious materials for increased operational savings and a reduced carbon footprint .

Products 201

Products iPad America Consulting 201

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

The clear sections are available in various materials such as acrylic and tempered, insulated, frosted, and low-emissivity (Low-E) glass. For instance, some models feature an object detection system preventing the door from closing when an obstruction is detected.

Commercial 59

Commercial Overhead Safety Retail 59

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 4, 2022

Installed model and features of each system. Include potential environmental and indoor air quality impacts of recommended maintenance procedures and materials. Provide the manufacturer’s recommended procedures and instructions for correcting problems and making repairs for the installed model and features of each system.

Equipment 264

Equipment Schedule Inspections Safety 264

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Unfortunately, most Government agencies use “historical information”, “parametric modeling”, or national average cost data and associated construction cost indexes and/or area cost factors. The best source of information for “construction” IGEs is a locally researched detailed unit price book.

Estimating 264

Estimating Contract Documentation Office 264

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The process enables the accurate definition of labor, material, and equipment requirements to perform a specific task. Locally researched construction task data uses the knowledge of both time and motion study as well as research of labor, material, and labor requirements. The value of time and motion study is clear.

Estimating 130

Estimating Construction United States Materials 130

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 12, 2017

The largest number of changes will be in the Materials And Resources category. MR Credit: Building Product Disclosure and Optimization – Sourcing of Raw Materials option one under the credit requiring using at least 20 different products with an extraction report has never been achieved and option two is little achieved; and will see change.

Green 238

Green Materials Life Cycle Products 238

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Track your fleet, materials, and equipment. Launch real-time Building Information Modeling (BIM). Leaders in the construction industry have started to harness emerging cloud technology and 5G connectivity in ways that transform their business. On the cloud, you can: Reduce operational costs.

Virgin Islands 296

Virgin Islands Puerto Rico Samoa Construction 296

Lets Build

JULY 15, 2022

While it doesn’t have all of the features of the other options on this list, it’s a great choice for those just starting out with 3D modeling who don’t have the resources to spend hundreds or thousands of dollars upfront. FreeCAD also offers an array of training materials to help you get started using it.

Software 148

Software Software Design AutoCAD 148

Construction Today

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The company’s dedication to outstanding service is upheld across more than 100 locations in the country, with each fence manufactured at its… Source The post Superior Fence & Rail’s founder shares the secret to a successful franchise model appeared first on Construction Today.

Modeling 59

Modeling US Site Construction 59