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Managing Change Orders

Job Order Contracting

Managing change orders for any size of repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build project, whether IPD, alliance job order contracting, DB, DBB, ‘et al’, simply requires a robust preconstruction process in most instances. The post Managing Change Orders appeared first on 4BT.

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Hinkley trio sign Sizewell civils deal

Construction Enquirer

Nigel Cann, Joint Managing Director, Sizewell C, said: “This agreement ensures that our civils programme will be delivered by three companies with deep experience of building to the highest nuclear standards. We are also clear that the project should help bring lasting change for the better to Suffolk.

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Infrastructure costs keep rising. Consider these approaches to mitigate them.

Civil + Structural Engineer

Public owners have become more aware of the importance of risk management and its impact on their programs. Several key strategies are emerging to maximize the impact of BIL funding while managing cost pressures. Bonding Capacity Large-scale projects also involve additional surety requirements.

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Normalize disruption 

Civil + Structural Engineer

If we want to build the next class of critical thinkers in the AEC industry, we must not only encourage, but coach, disruptive thinking. Empower young professionals not only to explore new ideas but to build a business case for change. Address risk concerns early, this builds confidence and keeps innovation focused.

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Refine versus shine: Defining and defending design intent with refined concrete

Construction Specifier

From floors failing before substantial completion to skyrocketing change orders for never-ending densifier applications to the billions lost through delayed schedules, legal disputes, and contingency hemorrhaging, enough is enough. Photo courtesy Bennett Build What is polished concrete, exactly?

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Five Essential Skills for Successful Construction Project Managers

Building Radar

The role of a project manager is pivotal in ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the desired quality standards. To excel in this demanding field, construction project managers must possess a diverse set of skills that enable them to navigate complex challenges and lead their teams effectively.

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Contractors back New York’s Scaffold Law update

Construction Dive

A shift to a comparative negligence standard, where fault is divided between parties, would give contractors more legal protection but would make it harder for injured workers to recover full damages. This preventative effect is credited with making New York’s worksites safer than they would be under a negligence standard.”