Construction Business Owner

APRIL 2, 2018

No matter your job title, chances are you engage in workplace negotiations every day. Whether you are vying for your team to receive more company resources, driving your ideas through to completion on a project or simply managing your day-to-day workload, being able to successfully negotiate with others is essential for success.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 6, 2015

While contractors are fearless when it comes to the physical challenges associated with the job, one area they are often reluctant to tackle is negotiating contract terms and conditions. However, becoming an effective negotiator is a key to success and profitability. .

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 6, 2023

Sales 101: When Negotiating, Pay Attention to Body Language ibush Fri, 01/06/2023 - 15:00 Your ability to recognize nonverbal cues at the negotiating table can mean the difference between a bad deal and a successful outcome in a sales negotiation Tony L. Then you can focus on the other party. Who's Lying?

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 23, 2015

Success on a project is often dependent upon risk management, and managing that risk starts with contract negotiation. Fully understanding and properly negotiating your contract terms will position you and your project management team for success.

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Construction Law

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In our latest ADR series article Tracey Summerell of Dentons UK & Middle East LLP stresses the importance of proper behaviour during negotiations; poor behaviour could indicate unhealthy stress levels. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 17, 2022

Buyers Back on Top—Market Cooldown Boosts Negotiating Power. Homes are sitting on the market longer now, so buyers realize they have more options and more room to negotiate. Wed, 08/17/2022 - 10:41. Around 63,000 home-purchase agreements were called off in July, a share equal to 16.1% of all homes that went under contract that month.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 31, 2013

It’s imperative that general contractors negotiate for sole and explicit contractual authority to adjust the building schedule. Here are some tips for doing so: Own the schedule In any complex job, someone’s going to be late with something, and profits erode every hour that workers, equipment and materials sit idle.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

Indemnity provisions are a powerful risk-shifting tool that often go overlooked during contract negotiations. In the typical construction contract, the least understood provisions are often those that require the contractor to indemnify the owner for losses or damages arising under the contract.

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Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Depending on your state’s law, if you negotiate a check that is marked “paid in full” or even “final payment” then you are risking the fact that you may be settling any claims you have. In Triangle Construction , the court held that the contractor’s claims against the engineer were barred by the doctrine of accord and satisfaction.

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Stok

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

STATE OF NEGOTIATIONS At the final hours of the conference, days after the negotiations were scheduled to end, the parties were able to agree upon a path forward on one key area of major contention between the rich and poor nations of the world: Loss and Damage. Also of note was an announcement that major U.S. COP27 was no exception.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

A well-negotiated contract highlights the contractor’s value, establishes clear boundaries and fosters a stronger engagement in the long run.

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Construction Dive

JULY 10, 2024

Negotiations between local unions and contractors did not yield an agreement, but Hensel Phelps and the project owner say they’re dedicated to hiring local, disadvantaged businesses.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 5, 2018

The aviation authority, which is negotiating contracts for a curbside expansion and an energy plant, is following a national trend to add new revenue streams.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

You know you are going to engage in a negotiation at some point, whether it involves making a bid pitch, getting assigned to a new project, or negotiating the terms of your next job. . Do you know how to start? Do you take an assertive approach? Do you wait to be approached?

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Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 12, 2021

Witnessing interpersonal negotiations and conflict resolution efforts between trades while working to manage on-site issues helps to quickly develop an appreciation for teaching self-leadership and communication skills to every employee. Thu, 08/12/2021 - 09:00.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Court order to take down 150-MW Oklahoma project could be 'yellow flag' to other companies building on Native American sites without full rights above ground—and below—according to two outside attorneys.

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BD+C

AUGUST 4, 2017

One of my negotiation training clients asked me for help in getting ready for a job interview and how to position herself to negotiate the best compensation offer. We talked for a bit about the company she was interviewing with.

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BD+C

JUNE 19, 2017

Women often tell me that they are afraid of negotiation, that they either just do not know how to do it to get what they want or that they do not have confidence that they will be ready enough for any negotiation. .

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 31, 2013

In recent years, more owners have requested that our law firm’s contractor clients purchase an owners and contractors protective liability policy (OCP policy), a type of insurance policy with which many contractors are unfamiliar.'

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 30, 2013

Prevent costly mistakes by hammering out the details before breaking ground.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

Most often, a disputed change order request or claim for extra costs on a construction project will require one or more negotiation sessions between the contractor and owner to arrive at the final cost and time impact. Negotiation offers the last and best opportunity to settle a dispute without resorting to arbitration or litigations.

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ENR Construction

JULY 8, 2019

Women must recognize and detach from caveats that keep them from earning what they deserve, says this gender-equity specialist and negotiating coach.

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Business Facilities

MARCH 28, 2017

This LiveXchange seminar will address key issues related to maximizing the value of incentives in the negotiating process. Read Learn How To Evaluate And Negotiate Incentives on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 10, 2024

General contractors typically do not have much flexibility in negotiating contracts with owners/developers, but it is important for them to recognize opportunities they do have and understand the risks certain clauses may create.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Court order to remove the 150-MW Texas project could be 'yellow flag' to other companies building on Native American sites without full rights above ground—and below—according to attorneys.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Furthermore, some company expenses are not negotiable and are often the largest portion of mandatory expenses, such as labor costs. Common expenses for operating a construction business include labor, materials, insurance, permits, office space, vehicles, trailers and other incidentals.

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Levelset

MAY 2, 2022

The post How To Negotiate A Higher Credit Limit With Your Building Material Supplier appeared first on Levelset. And it costs less than credit cards or other contractor financing options. Get materials now, keep your cash. Enjoy 120-day payback terms with any material supplier. Learn More.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Two attorneys with backgrounds in environmental and energy law told ENR the case could serve as a "yellow flag" to other companies that fail to obtain mineral rights for similar wind power projects.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 9, 2024

After rejecting three acquisition offers from Dubai-based AE consolidator Sidara, formerly Dar Group, the UK-based energy-industrial services firm agrees to talks related to latest sweetened bid.

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Business Facilities

APRIL 25, 2017

Read Global Implications Of Brexit, NAFTA Negotiations Analyzed At LiveXchange on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions. Industry experts, economic developers and site selectors debated the uncertain future of free trade agreements at Business Facilities' 13th Annual LiveXchange event.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Safety performance affects your ability to bid and win work and to negotiate contracts. The construction industry continues to invest heavily in safety management. Smart contractors understand that safety must be both a core value and a strategic priority.

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HardHatChat

APRIL 11, 2014

Englewood Construction is currently negotiating a contract with Mrs. Green’s to convert former Fox and Obel in Chicago. In our experience, we have found clients who care about producing the best commercial construction projects are more likely to engage in the negotiated contract process. Setting expectations.

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Business Facilities

MAY 2, 2017

Read LiveXchange Executive Conference Presentation: Evaluating and Negotiating Incentives on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 11, 2024

Build credibility and relationships with potential clients to negotiate more deals, writes a construction consultant.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 7, 2014

The issue raises an important question: What should a contractor do during negotiations to allow for some “bargaining room” so as to avoid any appearance of filing a false claim? Owners often begins negotiations from the opposite end of the spectrum for the same reasons. Do not negotiate against yourself.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

DECEMBER 6, 2019

The nature of some types of businesses makes it challenging to come up with a standard price list. For tradespeople and construction company owners like you, what's required in terms of time, skill, labor, and materials frequently vary from job to job.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 2, 2023

A consortium of Sacyr, Acciona and Plenary Americas has been picked for negotiations to build the span over the Calcasieu River in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

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