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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. Owners and design teams are not protected by todays inadequate and vague polished concrete specifications.

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Project cost estimation levels – Construction

Job Order Contracting

Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) Estimate / Class 5 Estimate: Purpose:Used in the early stages of project planning (0-5% project definition) for screening or feasibility studies, often for initial budgeting. Method:Based on about 5-20% project definition, focusing on the minimum detail needed to make a decision. Confidence:Moderate. #3.

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Construction Purchase Order: Definition, Workflow, and Benefits

Buildern

In this article, we’ll figure out how to manage construction purchase orders and keep procurement aligned with your project goals. Issued by a contractor or project manager, it outlines the items being ordered, quantities, pricing, delivery expectations, and payment terms. Table of Contents What Is a Construction Purchase Order?

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iFieldSmart Technologies: The Best Construction Scheduling Software Solution

iField Smart

In the complex world of construction project management, effective scheduling is the linchpin of success. Integration Hurdles: Integrating legacy systems with other essential project management tools is often cumbersome, creating data silos and impeding comprehensive project oversight.

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Active Construction Cost Management – Government, Healthcare, Education, Transportation

Job Order Contracting

Active Construction Cost Management is important to any repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build activity. expanded CSI MasterFormat) and industry standard terms and definitions understandable to all participants and stakeholders? #5 Are all changes logged as well as notes included per line-item as to why changes were made?

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Cost reliability and transparency in your Construction Estimating Process

Job Order Contracting

Remember: Striving for construction cost reliability and transparency in your construction estimating process, rather than absolute accuracy, will lead to more effective project management and ultimately, better results. Regularly update your cost data, quarterly is recommended, and monitor trends to ensure appropriate changes.

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Construction Bid Win Percentage

Job Order Contracting

Faster Adjustments : With access to current local data, contractors can quickly and confidently adjust bids to reflect changes in the market, giving them an edge in fast-moving or competitive bid environments. Regular Updates : Ensure the cost database is frequently updated to reflect rapid market changes. Errors of 3040%+ are common.