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Mark Wild radical reset plan to rescue HS2

Construction Enquirer

In a blunt letter to transport secretary Heidi Alexander, Wild said a “comprehensive reset” was now essential to deliver the railway on a credible timescale and within a realistic budget. He also pledged to overhaul HS2 Ltd’s structure, and renegotiate supply chain contracts.

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Early Contractor Involvement & Improved Sustainment / Construction Cost Management

Job Order Contracting

Early Contractor Involvement is a mandatory component in any real property owner process designed to ensure consistent delivery of quaility repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects on-time and on-budget. The issues associated with Traditional Construction * Project Delivery (DB, DBB, CMAR…) are clear.

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Cost-Plus Vs. GMP Construction Contracts

Rabbet

When evaluating what type of contract to use, they likely have different priorities, too. There are many different types of contracts , but two of the most common are cost-plus and guaranteed maximum price. Keep reading to understand the difference between the two and evaluate which one is right for you.

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Controlling Construction Costs, Rocket Science, and Time Travel

Job Order Contracting

Controlling construction costs is not rocket science, nor does it involve time travel. Any real property owner can control construction costs for facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects. Controlling Construction Costs is not rocket science 1.

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How Top Construction Firms Reinvent Cost Control

Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast. This guide reveals how market leaders are managing financial risk by shifting to incremental budgeting, regional sourcing, and real-time cost tracking.

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Costs Effective JOC Programs

Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting (JOC) programs can be cost-effective for organizations needing to complete multiple, often recurring or small-to-medium-sized construction projects. Note: Paying a percentage of JOC construction volume as a fee for JOC products or services can prove costly and negate any potential cost savings.]

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The Complete Guide to Real Estate Construction Management

UK Construction Blog

New technologies like AI, BIM, and IoT are helping manage projects better by saving time, cutting costs, and reducing risks. AI alone can lower construction costs by 10–20%. While green buildings cost more to build, they can cut long-term operating costs by up to 40%.