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A Contractor’s Guide to Getting Paid Through Mechanics Liens

Contractors and suppliers need to be familiar with the tools available to ensure they receive fair compensation for the labor provided and materials used on projects. The most powerful of these tools is the mechanics lien.

Why Convening Experts Earlier Will Save Money on Construction Projects

by Tom Belanich | May 20, 2020
Business | Finance | Project Delivery | Project Management

Sites are often purchased before a proper evaluation is conducted. Some owners are shocked to discover issues connected to financing, real estate or legal problems because they didn’t bring experts to the table early enough in the process. These are real—and avoidable—risks.

How COVID-19 Is Affecting Construction Projects—and What You Can Do About It

by Steven C. Russo, John L. Mascialino, Robert C. Epstein, Zackary D. Knaub, David C. Jensen | May 6, 2020
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Project Delivery | Project Management

The coronavirus is generating unprecedented delays, disruptions and uncertainty on construction projects. Mitigate project impacts by assessing local shutdown orders and evaluating contract terms.

How Famous Buildings Around the World Consider Wind Loads

by Ali Arafat | May 6, 2020
Commercial | Markets | Project Delivery

In this new age, buildings are not only getting taller to save space, but also becoming complex icons of society that define art and culture. As architects and engineers are building intricate and challenging designs, using innovative simulation solutions for analyzing wind effects is essential.

Strengthen Supply Chain Management in a Volatile Market

While many parts of the supply chain are uncertain, construction professionals can only change the parts that are in their control. Zero in on three key areas: estimating jobs and materials needed, monitoring project progress and communicating with the team.

Under the Impression That Repeatable Processes Aren’t for Construction? Think Again

by Jon Fingland | Apr 14, 2020
Productivity | Project Delivery | Technology

Repeatable processes ensure consistency, organizational efficiency and less waste. Improve workflows by applying these processes to estimates, project management and managing content.

Did Your Project Planning Stop With a COVID-19 Shutdown?

by Tom Pavone | Apr 14, 2020
Business | Project Delivery | Project Management

Businesses are currently operating in an increasingly dynamic environment with various federal and state executive orders due to COVID-19. Which projects should be continued, and what can go on hold?

Hurry Up and Wait: Pacing and Concurrent Delay in Schedule Disputes

When critical path activities are delayed by the owner (or another party), contractors will sometimes “pace,” or slow down, other activities to match the owner-caused delay. What should contractors do to preserve their rights to obtain more than a simple time extension?

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A Contractor’s Guide to Getting Paid Through Mechanics Liens

Why Convening Experts Earlier Will Save Money on Construction Projects

How COVID-19 Is Affecting Construction Projects—and What You Can Do About It

How Famous Buildings Around the World Consider Wind Loads

Strengthen Supply Chain Management in a Volatile Market

Under the Impression That Repeatable Processes Aren’t for Construction? Think Again

Did Your Project Planning Stop With a COVID-19 Shutdown?

Hurry Up and Wait: Pacing and Concurrent Delay in Schedule Disputes

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