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

Construction Specifier

Despite calls for clarity in specification language with accurate descriptions of work results, the definition of polished concrete has broadened to accommodate any floor finish that produces a shine. By definition, the burnished version of polished concrete can include coating the floor with waxes and resins.

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Challenge and Improve Construction Cost Estimating

Job Order Contracting

Standardization of terms, definitions, descriptions, and data architecture (sample data architecture: expanded CSI MasterFormat). #4. Collaborative and integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery processes and teams. #5. Experienced construction cost estimators. #6.

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iFieldSmart Technologies: The Best Construction Scheduling Software Solution

iField Smart

Construction scheduling software has emerged as an indispensable tool, replacing outdated manual methods and ushering in a new era of efficiency and collaboration. Enhanced Collaboration: Centralized platforms foster seamless communication and document sharing, ensuring all team members and stakeholders are aligned and informed.

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Cost reliability and transparency in your Construction Estimating Process

Job Order Contracting

Cloud-based / SaaS access to the cost data can assist in improving collaboration and information sharing among owners, designers, and builders as well as proper oversight. Use Construction Estimating Software: Software platforms can integrate cost data, streamline the estimating process, and improve accuracy.

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Construction Bid Win Percentage

Job Order Contracting

Heres a deeper dive into the differences and their impact on winning bids: Local Market Cost Data Definition : This data is specific to a geographic region, reflecting real-time labor rates and trade variance due to workers comp and other variables, material costs, subcontractor pricing, and equipment rental costs in that area.

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Common construction cost estimating problems

Job Order Contracting

Incomplete Scope Definition: A poorly defined project scope can lead to scope creep, causing additional costs due to unforeseen changes and additions.

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Stantec to acquire Page, a US-based full-service design, architecture, and engineering firm

Civil + Structural Engineer

Stantec and Page have a shared history of providing design excellence as evident in their collaboration on the six-story, 150,000-square-foot Brian D. Page is a leading, nationally recognized US-based architecture and engineering firm.