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How Accurate Estimating Made a Difference in a $30MM+ Project Concrete estimation isn’t just about numbers—it’s about precision, timing, and building trust. Recently, we had the opportunity to work on the Burlington Post II, a $30MM+ new construction, mid-rise, affordable housing community in St. Petersburg, Florida. The complexity of the project demanded accuracy and clear communication from the start. The Challenge: The project presented some unique hurdles: - Complex Structures: From foundations to elevated slabs and retaining walls, every detail required precise estimation. - Time Pressure: The client needed a quick turnaround to stay competitive in the bidding process. - Budget Concerns: With fluctuating material costs, controlling the budget without compromising the quality was essential. Our Approach: We knew this project needed more than just a standard estimate. It required careful planning, clear communication, and a focus on both the big picture and the finer details. - Accurate, Detailed Takeoffs: Every cubic yard of concrete and a ton of rebar was accounted for. By breaking down the various elements—pad footings, slabs, and more—we ensured nothing was left to chance. - Visual Clarity: We provided color-coded marked plans that made it easy for the client to visualize the scope of work. This approach improved collaboration and transparency across the entire team. - Contingency Planning: We incorporated room for material cost fluctuations, so the client had a buffer for potential changes without risking the overall budget. The Results: Precision: Our estimate was within 2% of the final costs, giving the client the confidence they needed to move forward. - Timely Delivery: Despite the tight schedule, we delivered ahead of time, allowing the client to submit their bid without delays. - Streamlined Communication: The color-coded plans made it easier to communicate across the teams, leading to fewer miscommunications and smoother coordination. Even GC were briefed using those marked plans. What This Taught Us: Every project has its own set of challenges. For us, it’s not just about delivering an estimate—it’s about ensuring that our clients have the clarity they need to make informed decisions. When the estimate is right, everything else falls into place: timelines, budgets, and trust. Have you ever faced challenges with estimating in complex projects? How do you manage those uncertainties? #ConcreteEstimation #ConstructionProject #Collaboration #PrecisionMatters #EstimatingChallenges #ProjectManagement

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🌟 Calling All Contractors & Subcontractors! 🌟 Are you ready to transform the construction landscape? Join ABC Carolinas Chapter in embracing the power of #Inclusion, #Diversity, and #Merit (IDM)! Here's why you should take the IDM Workshop: Attract Top Talent: Showcase your commitment to IDM and watch as the best in the industry flock to your team. 🏗️💼 Enhance Creativity & Innovation: Diverse teams bring unique perspectives, sparking innovation and solving problems in ways you never thought possible. 💡🔧 Boost Retention: When everyone feels valued, they stay. Reduce turnover and nurture a workforce that's here for the long haul. 🤝📈 Improve Project Outcomes: With a blend of skills and backgrounds, your projects aren't just completed; they excel. 📊🏆 Stay Competitive: In today's market, IDM isn't just a good practice; it's a strategic advantage. Get ahead of the curve! 🚀🌐 Foster a Positive Culture: Build a workplace where everyone thrives, not just survives. Joy at work leads to better work. 😊🏢 Don't miss out on this opportunity to lead by example in our industry. Let's build not just structures, but a community where every contractor can rise to their full potential. 🔗 Register Today 🔗 #IDM #ConstructionLeaders #TalentAttraction #Retention #Contractors #InnovativeBuilding #FutureOfWork #MeritShop

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🌟 Exciting Opportunity for Building Consultants, Architects, and Engineers! 🌟 Join us for IIBEC's upcoming live virtual course, Reroofing, on September 10–11, 2024 from 1:00–4:00 p.m. ET. This comprehensive course, led by industry experts Aaron B. Nelson, Stephanie Robinson, and Jeremiah Webster, is designed to deepen your knowledge and skills in the reroofing of existing buildings. 🏗️ 💡 What you’ll learn: - Define reroofing terminology. - Identify reference and resource materials for reroofing applications. - Recognize and select proper methods and techniques for performing visual observations of existing roof systems, roof scanning, and investigation. - Consider building code requirements and how to incorporate code compliance into reroof designs. - Describe the processes and procedures required to successfully execute preconstruction meetings, project site visits, design changes in the field, and project closeout. - Earn 6.0 IIBEC CEHs and 6.0 AIA LU HSW while advancing your career. 📅 Register now to secure your spot: https://buff.ly/4crdUn5 Can't attend live? No problem—register to access the recording at your convenience! #IIBEC #Roofing #BuildingConsultants #Architects #Engineers #ContinuingEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment

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Today is the last day to register for this week's Reroofing Course. 📅 Register now to secure your spot: https://buff.ly/4crdUn5 Can't attend live? No problem—register to access the recording at your convenience! #IIBEC #Roofing #BuildingConsultants #Architects #Engineers #ContinuingEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment

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Leading with vision and integrity, Andrew Rice embodies the values of Rice Brothers LLC—where purpose-driven building, passionate design, and future-focused engineering come together to create exceptional results. - - - #EngineeringExcellence #DesignBuild #LeadershipInAction #ConstructionLife #ProjectManagement #InnovationInConstruction #BuildingTheFuture #SafetyFirst #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork #QualityCraftsmanship #InspiringLeadership #ConstructionIndustry #BuildWithPurpose

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NEW VIDEO - 3 Key Considerations When Planning a Data Center Construction #FlemingConstructionGroup, #commercialconstruction, #OklahomaConstruction, #constructionmanagement, #constructioncompanies, #construction #building #projectmanagement #contractors #Tulsa #DataCenters

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I’m honored to be included as a speaker with some fabulous folks on the topic of Construction Managers, Project Managers, and Owners Representatives at the 2025 #abafcl Midwinter Meeting in Tampa, Florida - January 15-17, 2025. This meeting is the second in a series of three and will be focused on issues related to construction project owners and developers. #construction #constructionmanagers #ownersrepresentatives #constructionmanager #constructionindustry #constructionlaw #constructionlawyer

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News to know about changes in Florida Construction licenses? Check out the DBPR HOT TOPICS at https://lnkd.in/edjtiYjK

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“CivDot Mini turned a four-day job into a four-hour task. It’s fast, accurate, and the cost savings speak for themselves.” – Jacob Nyen, Business Unit Leader, DPR Construction. https://hubs.la/Q02Y7RJm0 When DPR Construction, a leader in modular office solutions, needed a more efficient way to lay out foundation pads for their “Lego-like” office buildings, they turned to Civ Robotics’ CivDot Mini. CivDot Mini hit the mark every time, with consistent accuracy—even when marking multiple colors on the same foundation layout. Check out the full story here: https://hubs.la/Q02Y7RJm0 #ConstructionInnovation #Automation #ModularConstruction #CivDotMini #CivRobotics #ConstructionTech #DPRConstruction #Robotics #Layout

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Dallas-Fort Worth to Gain $3 Billion in Data Centers from Prime Data Centers Exciting developments are underway in Dallas-Fort Worth! Prime Data Centers is set to revolutionize the region's tech landscape with a substantial $3 billion investment. This move will add six cutting-edge data center buildings, significantly bolstering the area’s technological infrastructure and economic growth. **Project Breakdown:** - **Fort Worth Expansion**: Three expansive two-story facilities near Aledo and Chapin School roads. Each will span 267,000 square feet, with a projected cost of over $1.5 billion. Construction starts in September 2024, with completion expected by early 2026. - **Garland Development**: Another set of three facilities located along Arapaho Road. This part of the project will also cover 267,000 square feet per building, costing more than $1.3 billion. Construction begins in July 2024, wrapping up in early 2026. **Why This Matters:** Dallas-Fort Worth already hosts more than 5.6 million square feet of data center space, and this expansion cements its status as a premier data center hub. The strategic location, ample land, and cost-effective environment make it a magnet for tech investments. **Regional Impact:** This expansion is not happening in isolation. Other major players like Aligned Data Centers and QTS Data Centers are also making significant investments in the region, further reinforcing Dallas-Fort Worth's position in the global data center market. For more details, check out the full stories on [The Real Deal](https://lnkd.in/gTXGqFbc), [Yahoo Finance](https://lnkd.in/g9kqcP77), and [Dallas County Press](https://lnkd.in/gB7bHZqM). #TechNews #DataCenters #DallasFortWorth #PrimeDataCenters #Investment #EconomicGrowth

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VIVA Railings is proud to showcase our contribution to the K-12 educational landscape—the Dallas ISD Walnut Hill Leadership Academy, located in the heart of Dallas, TX. This project, in collaboration with The Beck Group and VAI Architects, underscores our commitment to innovative design and engineering excellence. 🔹 Project Overview: Location: Dallas, TX Category: K-12 Education General Contractor: The Beck Group Architect: VAI Architects We are excited to feature our STRUC Panel Railing System in this landmark project. Engineered with precision, our system incorporates CNC laser cut patterns offering both pre-configured and customizable design options. Beyond aesthetics, this system is built to endure, featuring a powder-coated finish in PC-33 Oyster White that not only withstands extreme temperatures but also aligns with LEED requirements and meets AAMA specifications for durability and resistance. 🔹 About Our Partners: The Beck Group: With over a century in the building industry, Beck leads with innovative architectural and contracting solutions. VAI Architects: Since 1985, VAI has been a minority-owned firm known for its pioneering projects across various sectors. 🔹 Impact on Education: The Walnut Hill Leadership Academy has been an educational cornerstone since 1914, earning accolades such as The National Excellence in Urban Education Award and the Distinguished School Of Character Award. This project represents not just an infrastructure development, but a continued investment in the future leaders of our community. Discover more about how VIVA Railings contributes to advancing K-12 educational facilities through innovative railing systems: https://lnkd.in/g_34vn9q #VIVARailings #CommercialRailings #Railings #PanelRailingSystem

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DPR Construction's Southwest Region VDC Lead, Dustin Ridley, will be speaking alongside Gensler, TLM Group, and Jaros Baum & Bolles at the 7x24 Exchange Fall 2024 Conference in Phoenix, AZ. BIM There, Done That: Merging Wisdom with New Technologies Unlock the full potential of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in revolutionizing data center design and operations by merging proven expertise with innovative technology. This expert panel will delve into BIM’s strategic role at different design stages, highlighting stakeholder expectations and common pitfalls. Learn how to navigate the complexities of multi-party collaboration, balance real-time updates with fixed issuances, and transition models from design to construction and operations via Digital Twins. Investigate AI’s role in the future of BIM workflows, augmented experiences, and gain insight into the next generation of BIM and how we are shaping tomorrow’s built environments.

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DPR Construction's Southwest Region VDC Lead, Dustin Ridley, will be speaking alongside Gensler, TLM Group, and Jaros Baum & Bolles at the 7x24 Exchange Fall 2024 Conference in Phoenix, AZ. BIM There, Done That: Merging Wisdom with New Technologies Unlock the full potential of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in revolutionizing data center design and operations by merging proven expertise with innovative technology. This expert panel will delve into BIM’s strategic role at different design stages, highlighting stakeholder expectations and common pitfalls. Learn how to navigate the complexities of multi-party collaboration, balance real-time updates with fixed issuances, and transition models from design to construction and operations via Digital Twins. Investigate AI’s role in the future of BIM workflows, augmented experiences, and gain insight into the next generation of BIM and how we are shaping tomorrow’s built environments.

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DPR Construction's Southwest Region VDC Lead, Dustin Ridley, will be speaking alongside Gensler, TLM Group, and Jaros Baum & Bolles at the 7x24 Exchange Fall 2024 Conference in Phoenix, AZ. BIM There, Done That: Merging Wisdom with New Technologies Unlock the full potential of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in revolutionizing data center design and operations by merging proven expertise with innovative technology. This expert panel will delve into BIM’s strategic role at different design stages, highlighting stakeholder expectations and common pitfalls. Learn how to navigate the complexities of multi-party collaboration, balance real-time updates with fixed issuances, and transition models from design to construction and operations via Digital Twins. Investigate AI’s role in the future of BIM workflows, augmented experiences, and gain insight into the next generation of BIM and how we are shaping tomorrow’s built environments.

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Act Now! Early Bird Rates End Friday, Sept. 6 From design-build practitioners and specialty contractors to public and private Owners, DBIA’s Design-Build Conference & Expo, Nov. 6–8 at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas, is the largest national gathering of the year for the design-build market and the only event centered exclusively on design-build. Early-bird rates in all registration categories are available until Friday, Sept. 6 with savings up to 40% off! Discounts are also available for students, young professionals, firms certified as a Underutilized Business Enterprise (UBE) or groups of 10+. Don’t miss your opportunity to register at the lowest rates! Here are a few highlights you won't want to miss: Three days of packed programming — 30 education sessions in five designated tracks offer up to 14.5 hours of Continuing Education Hours (CEHs) and timely and targeted Design-Build Done Right® resources for every member of a design-build team. Engaging Keynote Speakers — compelling General Sessions provide a comprehensive toolkit for resilience, growth and navigating change. o  High-performance and personal development expert Alex Banayan sets the stage for us as Opening Keynote with “The Third Door Mindset: Overcoming Fear to Accelerate Growth" o  President and CEO of FMI Corporation Chris Daum provides an Economic Outlook on the industry, including economic, technological and competitive trends. o  Change navigator and leading futurist April Rinne wraps up your conference experience with “Flux: 8 Superpowers for Thriving in Constant Change" Preconference Events — take advantage of preconference opportunities taking place on Tuesday, Nov. 5 (separate registration required, additional fees apply): The Virtual Design & Construction Leadership Exchange (VDCLEx) returns as a half-day preconference event for both experienced VDC professionals and those new to VDC. "Leadership: Building a Strong Foundation," the foundational course in the Collaborative Delivery Leadership Academy that explores the crucial competencies for effective Design-Build Done Right® Leadership https://lnkd.in/gHPej3PF

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Are you tired of making New Year’s resolutions which are more like “New Year’s wishes” in your career? Do you have innovative ideas that go to work with you to die along side of resistance from leadership / owners who are small / narrow minded? Where you’re not allowed to even have your own thought and ideas so why try? At Infinity Contractors / Modigent; creativity, innovation, philanthropy, setting goals for your career as well as goals in your personal life are not only encouraged but supported. If you want to be excited in your career again, you love challenges, you care about clients, you care about people…. Join our team! Hands down THE best career move I ever made. Food for thought… If you do an internet search for top construction market or largest construction projects… Texas is near the top on every single one. In MY opinion… there is absolutely no reason your career should be on cruise control! The market place needs innovation and creativity like never before.

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Exciting news for Austin’s future! AECOM,Parsons Corporation, and STV are among those selected to design and build the new $7Bn all-electric system for the Texas City. Construction Dive has released a compelling article on what the future looks like for the City of Austin. In partnership with Austin Transit Partnership, This exciting light rail project is set to be available to use in 2033. It will be interesting to see if Texas' other major cities follow in Austin's footsteps of going all-electric. This project is set to generate plenty of employment opportunities for Civil Engineers in Austin. #AustinTransit #SustainableTransportation #ElectricRail #CivilEngineering #CivilEngineeringRoles #AECOM #ParsonsCorporation #STV #CityofAustin

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𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗩𝗘𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛 𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗧 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗠 𝗩𝗘𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦 𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗦 𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 BES, Inc. is honored to have partnered with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for the renovation of 32,755 sq. ft. of Bldg. 143 at the Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Our team delivered engineering and comprehensive architectural design services to modernize the 4th floor, transforming multi-patient rooms into private, single-user rooms with adjoining bathrooms, enhancing patient privacy and improving patient flow. Key features of this renovation: -Private inpatient rooms with bariatric and standard isolation rooms -Centralized nurses' stations for improved staff efficiency -A quiet, comfortable environment for veterans, designed to reduce noise -Thoughtful layout that enhances staff safety and patient wellness This project not only meets current healthcare demands but also serves as a prototypical design for future expansions. We are proud to support the well-being of our nation's veterans through efficient, patient-centered design.

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