CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

What Is Estimate? The estimated or anticipated cost of the project is an estimate that is commonly calculated well before the project is taken up. The main goal of estimation is to encourage us to always understand the cost of work prior. Appropriate estimation is planned by detailed estimation in specific item wise.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 11, 2022

Learning about Job Order Contracting? What is Job Order Contracting (JOC) ? JOC contracts typically have a one year durations, and up to four (4) option years. Extensions are not generally allowed or advisable. Can owners create independent estimates? When should JOC be used? via 4bt.us. appeared first on 4BT.

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HardHatChat

JUNE 23, 2015

Remember, you hired a successful general construction firm because of its expertise, so you need to trust the general contractor wants to complete the project to the best standards possible. It turns out we were right, as the true cost of the allowance item ended up being nearly $800k more than estimated. Chuck Taylor.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Five Contractors Recognized for Their Innovative Use of Technology LAS VEGAS— Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) today announced the winners of the annual Trimble Construction Management Awards, which honors the successes that North American civil, general and specialty contractors have achieved with the support of Trimble technology. On average, T.S.

Construction Management 130

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 2, 2022

Is your construction cost estimate… Comprehensive? An estimate is no better than its basis. An estimate is a prediction and carries uncertainty. An estimate is a decision-making tool. Variations in an estimate can be found in the basis. FACTORS IMPACTING AN ESTIMATE. Well-documented? CORE PRINCIPLES.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 7, 2025

Accuracy Estimates reflect real, current market conditions , not outdated or averaged data. Better contractor alignment Estimates match how local subcontractors and suppliers bid , reducing disputes. Example: A national database might estimate drywall installation at $1.80 per SF , adjusted by a 1.15

Construction Management 59

Construction Management Cost Control Change Management Estimating 59

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 26, 2024

His estimating and project controls experience includes developing independent contractor estimates, value engineering, forensic analysis and cost and production earned value analysis. Hall is a member of the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering International and Construction Management Association of America.

Cost Control 130

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 16, 2021

If you are a public sector owner looking to put an end to underperforming facilities projects and excessive administration costs, rethinking job order contracts might be a good idea. Rethinking Job Order Contracts to drive best value facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build outcomes. Rethinking Job Order Contracts.

Contracts 103

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The industry average of 25% largely reflects the inefficiencies in bid preparation, lack of trust in cost estimates, and inconsistencies in pricing. Enhanced Credibility : Using objective, third-party data builds trust with clients, as it demonstrates a commitment to transparency and fairness in cost estimation.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 59

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 7, 2024

GSA PBS JOC Program Management Audit – Issues Continue: The General Services Administration (GSA) Public Buildings Service (PBS) has faced scrutiny and criticism in the past for various financial and management issues, including those related to Job Order Contracting (JOC) programs.

Cost Control 97

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 18, 2022

“Contracting officers need improved expertise in both understanding and conducting price/cost analysis. “A number of contract files that we reviewed did not demonstrate that prices paid were reasonable due to inadequate FAR price analysis methods.” No details why estimator used a +/- 20%.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

A contract’s a contract, right? There are many construction contract types out there. Knowing which contract to use when is critical to ensuring a successful outcome in delivery, customer satisfaction, and profit. A construction contract agreement gets everyone involved in a project on the same page. .

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Buildern

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Meanwhile, however challenging the task of predicting the total cost of a construction project may be, one thing is sure: precise construction cost estimation from the start is an absolute must. That said, what steps should a construction manager take in order to estimate the cost of any given project accurately?

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 8, 2024

Job Order Contract Cooperatives serve a purpose, however, it’s important to know WHEN and HOW they should be used. Does the JOC Cooperative Program REQUIRE that a compliance audit be done for EVERY contractor estimate prior to award by an owner? JOC Cooperative policies and procedures are critical.

Contracts 97

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CivilJungle

MARCH 4, 2022

What Is Estimation of Residential Building? Estimation of a residential building is basically a “ Bottoms Up” or “Prime Cost” which performed an analysis in detail and finally produce a product. Estimation actually calculates all the necessary values with a lower rate and higher amount, this method helps the owner.

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Field Wire

MARCH 5, 2024

Estimating project costs correctly and managing the budget accordingly are just as vital. Subcontractors getting awarded a contract spells financial disaster if the bid is too high to be competitive or too low to be profitable. All subcontractors make project cost estimation and budgeting errors. Ask about quote expiration, too.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 29, 2024

2024 Job Order Contracting Job Order Contracting (JOC) can be extremely efficient and provide full cost visibility for reducing deferred maintenance, renovations, repairs, and even new construction. Job Order Contracting was created several decades ago as a means to help get projects started quickly. Learn more. Learn more.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 98

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 26, 2024

The fact that detailed unit price cost estimates using this type of information is rarely used and shared among owners and design/builders is largely responsible for cost overruns. As a result, users of national average price books generally attempt to compensate by attempting to add extra hours to the work to be performed.

Risk Management 98

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 21, 2025

Westwood Contractors is a commercial general contractor with 40 years of experience providing general contracting services for retail, healthcare, hospitality, high-end office spaces, and distribution/warehouse facilities nationwide.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 30, 2021

Disengage your organization from traditional and hostile, contracting environments, and move to robust collaborative and integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery environments. All the tools and support services are readily available to enable best value, highly efficient outcomes.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 23, 2022

With rising material costs and razor-thin margins, construction professionals must ensure that project costs and materials are precisely estimated so they can make accurate projections and optimize their bids. . While each project is unique, estimators often rely on years of knowledge of what materials are required to complete the project.

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2022

The following JOC Program policy considerations are provided for general knowledge. The term of the Job Order Contract, typically one year with up to four (4) option years. Definition of the types of construction services that can be done using the JOC Program (General construction, Roofing, Maintenance, etc.).

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Army Job Order Contracts fail to meet critical AFARS requirements most of the time. The J OCPB (JOC Price Book: reflects the current local costs in detail for construction tasks expected to be performed in the geographical area of the base contract with the primary use of developing a detailed line-item price. 5117.9001 Definitions.

Contracts 105

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The HNTB team was selected as engineer of record to study the bridge’s history, inspect, load rate, design, and assist in its reconstruction under a construction manager/general contractor (CMGC) model. The first phase of the contract simply aimed to identify the scope of work needed.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

The following is an outline of basic Construction Cost Audit Fundamentals when reviewing a construction cost estimate and conducting a construction cost audit. Construction cost audit procedures involve a thorough understand of work scope and all phases leading up to and ending with the construction cost estimate.

Lean Construction 90

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HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

Anyone who reads this blog regularly probably already knows I’m a huge proponent of client partnerships that bring the general contractor into the commercial construction planning process as early as possible. On the flip side, we’ve also been tapped by clients to work with them on a project even before they had an architect under contract.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

While traditional construction delivery methods are fraught with problems, Job Order Contracting can consistently deliver quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects on-time and on-budget. The latter used for estimating, negotiating, project control and closeout. DO – Approach JOC as a journey.

Contracts 105

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 3, 2022

A general schedule and timeline. Documentation about local contract laws. 2: General Conditions. The general conditions contract goes over the contractor’s obligations. This kind of document is an extension of the general conditions document. . 10: Cost Estimate. Estimates for labor.

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Develop Coaching

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

This awareness helps you determine if you’re making a profit on your contracts. Reduce waste generation and recover valuable materials during demolition. Provide clear, detailed estimates, contracts, and invoices to prevent disputes. A good profit margin for a construction company is generally around 6%.

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Field Wire

AUGUST 31, 2023

Typically, customers will bring on a general contractor for a job. The general contractor will likely bring on subcontractors to handle the more specialized tasks — like outdoor plumbing, horticultural advice or property maintenance after the project is finished. You’ll also be less committed to the clients you work with.

General Contracting 98

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 21, 2021

An independent Government estimate of construction costs shall be prepared and furnished to the contracting officer at the earliest practicable time for each proposed contract and for each contract modification anticipated to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

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HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

Believe me, no one will be happier than me when we can stop referencing the Great Recession that rocked the general commercial construction industry and the overall economy. In fact, it’s fair to say that commercial general construction may have been the hardest hit sector of the economy. Unfortunately, that time has not come yet.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

With the advent of so many new construction technologies, general contractors are currently sitting at a fork in the digital road. But what about general contractors that operate out of multiple offices? Let’s look at an example we’ve seen firsthand with one of our Florida-based customers, Spartan Contracting Co.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 4, 2025

He will provide expertise to project owners, developers, contractors, designers, municipalities, and their counsel on matters including strategic planning, estimating, procurement, on-site operational execution, project auditing, and construction disputes. Wentz, a managing director in the firms Construction practice.

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NH Construction Law

APRIL 30, 2025

While design professionals grabbed this bull by the horns years ago, and project estimators soon thereafter, project managers who know how to use AI tools to increase productivity and lessen risk are becoming increasingly common as well – and for good reason. .” This is undoubtedly the wave of the future.

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Jonas Construction

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

How can contractors consistently stay on top of costs while managing complex projects and service contracts? By allocating costs not just to the General Ledger (GL), but also to specific projects, phases, and cost types, job costing gives contractors better control over project expenses and minimizes the risk of profit fade.

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Construction Marketing

AUGUST 3, 2022

After the management team confirms and signs a contract with a client for the erection of a building, it is time to get a general contractor for the actual construction of the building. They can choose to either put up a bid or let general contractors bid to build the project. In the third stage, construction will fully begin.

Project Management 99

Project Management Construction Management General Contracting Risk Management 99