Projects Telephone Seminars

Essential Concepts In Construction Contracting ...tandard form agreements and informal contracting on small projects. This program is appropriate to persons whose previous responsibility did not involve negotiating construction contracts or understanding the financial implications of risk allocations. Whether you are an owner, contractor or design professional, the information learned in this audio conference will contribute to your confidence  more...

Avoiding the Pitfalls of Scope Creep on Construction Projects ...budget and at client's expectation. For many construction projects in today's competitive marketplace, completing on time and on budget is challenging. Scope creep is a term used in the construction industry to define the inevitable tendency of projects to expand beyond their original intent and is often described as a cause for construction projects experiencing cost and schedule overruns. In  more...

Strategies for Successful Mixed Use Development ...llenges to planning and implementing successful mixed use projects that require a complex matrix of skill sets and collaborations between design professionals, developers, leasing agents, tenants, municipal planners, land use attorneys, local government and communities. This live audio conference will evaluate some of the new challenges and opportunities available for mixed use design from site  more...

Collaborative Delivery Method Fundamentals ...delivery approaches to deliver their capital construction projects. This live audio conference will help those responsible for evaluating and selecting the most appropriate project delivery method. This will begin with an understanding of the basic fundamental project delivery approaches with a focus on those that are considered to be collaborative. A tool to help organizations understand which  more...

Show Me the Money: Determining Return on Investment for People, Projects and Programs ...zations want to see value for investments made in people, projects and programs. This value, more than ever before, is defined in terms of return on investment. Until you can produce solid, verifiable numbers that prove the worth of investments, you may never gain the respect and leverage necessary to keep your processes moving forward. But to report ROI in isolation of other measures of  more...

Basic Principles of Construction Insurance ...verview of basic insurance coverage used for construction projects. The presenter is an experienced construction and insurance coverage attorney who will discuss how to secure appropriate insurance coverage at a project's inception and what to do when claims arise during construction or after project completion. Builder's risk, CGL and other common project policies will be discussed. Prior  more...

Learning on the Job: Creating Legally-Sound Internship Programs ...is not as simple as identifying and assigning appropriate projects and requiring interns to shadow your employees. An internship can be a wonderful opportunity for the participant to learn about a business, organization, or industry. Organizations that maintain internship programs must be mindful, however, that they must comply with several federal and state employment laws. This live audio  more...

Rain Water Harvesting ...planning, assessing and implementing rainwater harvesting projects. You will understand the key variables needed to assess the viability of rainwater harvesting and the keys to success for your facility. You will avoid making wrong decisions or having unrealistic expectations. You will also be given the tools to project their rainwater harvest and to evaluate the economics and  more...

Wetlands Challenges and Use of Mitigation Bank Credits ...strategy before moving dirt is critical to the success of projects involving or affecting wetlands. This live audio conference will provide the background and guide to the use of wetlands mitigation credits as a means of addressing the legal and ecological issues arising from filling or disturbing wetlands. Key to mitigation is the strategic use of wetlands mitigation bank credits to offset the  more...

Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits: Using Tax Incentives to Develop and Invest in Historic Properties ...gies for monetizing the HTCs to bring needed capital into projects, as well as information of how best to use HTCs for both large and small projects. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to describe tax exempt issues and potential stumbling blocks. - You will be able to identify how to find investors for your project. - You will be able to explain investing in historic tax credit projects  more...

AIA Document D503(TM) - 2011: Guide for Sustainable Projects ...s released AIA Document D503 -2011, Guide for Sustainable Projects, in order to assist owners, architects, contractors and other project participants in understanding the various issues associated with sustainable projects and to provide a framework for moving those projects forward. This live audio conference will help design and construction industry participants, and their advisors, to  more...

Construction Management At-Risk Fundamentals ...onference will help you understand how and why CM at-risk projects are DIFFERENT, and what you need to do in order to prepare yourself to realize the benefits of this approach and avoid its unique risks. What can you potentially gain from using this delivery method? How will you have to change the way you approach the other stakeholders? What are the most challenging differences in using this  more...

Construction Payment Bond Fundamentals ...rning Objectives: - You will be able to recognize typical projects involving payment bonds. - You will be able to explain defenses available to the surety and bond principal. - You will be able to discuss how to get a copy of the bond. - You will be able to describe how to file a lawsuit. This live audio conference is designed for construction and project managers, engineers, presidents, vice  more...

Project-Based Learning ...op their understanding through the completion of in-depth projects. Many student projects are multidisciplinary, providing the chance for students to see the relevancy of their learning through direct application in their projects. If you love seeing students fully engaged in learning, this program will provide practical guidance in making this happen in your classroom. You will do some  more...

Bikeway Design Principles, Planning, and Best Practices ...and what local jurisdictions can do to make their bikeway projects competitive for grant funding. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to discuss benefits and importance of bikeways. - You will be able to review design principles. - You will be able to recognize long range planning and its importance. - You will be able to identify network proposals and recommendations. This live audio  more...

Energy Efficiency Tax Incentives for Residential Builders and Commercial Building Owners ...al estate. These federal tax incentives are available for projects ranging from relatively simple building upgrades to the implementation of new electrical systems. The types of tax incentives available to taxpayers include tax deductions, tax credits, and payments of cash grants in lieu of tax benefits. These incentives are often overlooked by buildings and owners of residential and commercial  more...

Shop Drawings and Other Construction Submittals: Legal and Architectural Perspectives ... conference is a must for anyone involved in construction projects. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to define RFI's. - You will be able to discuss how to handle disputed change order requests. - You will be able to recognize the difference between change orders vs. construction change directives. - You will be able to explain critical contents of shop drawings. This live audio  more...

Dynamic E-Discovery Tips for Paralegals ...u understand the complexities and pitfalls of e-discovery projects large and small. The program uses real-life examples to compare and contrast various approaches to electronic data preservation, collection and review. Discover which strategies are more efficient and effective in different situations. Join us for an insightful analysis of e-discovery intricacies and management strategies. This  more...

Construction Lien and Bond Claims in Texas ... for tackling lien and bond issues for private and public projects. Owners will learn how to protect property from unperfected liens - and what steps to take if they do arise. Contractors, subcontractors and suppliers will learn how to efficiently collect payment for work performed or materials provided. Attorneys will learn how to deal with perfection issues in the litigation and foreclosure  more...

Microsoft Project Best Practices: What's New on the Desktop ...ed features designed to assist with managing construction projects and in a manner that allows more time for managing projects and less time working Microsoft Project. Over the past few years, the Microsoft Project product team has been hard at work. Why? Prior to and during this period, the demands for managing construction projects and resources have increased significantly. Such demand  more...

Structuring Renewable Energy Projects in Challenging Conditions ...ructures and project documentation derived from renewable projects. You will briefly review the key concepts of project finance, analyze how risk allocation determines the structure of most project finance transactions, and allocate risk via key contractual provisions in project documentation and perspectives of key sources of debt and equity financing, emphasizing markets for renewable energy  more...

Construction Substitutions: Current Issues and Complexities ...projects have been around since the first contractor had to competitively bid for the work. In today's market, winning a contract for the provision of construction products has become even more competitive. This audio conference will help you understand the steps in the process and what the important considerations are in reviewing a substitution request. We will also provide insight on current  more...

Commercial Site Development: A Case Study ...for commercial site development for both new and existing projects. This audio conference will assist in establishing a comprehensive approach to anticipate the steps necessary from a timing and budget approach. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review the steps in new construction. - You will be able to discuss tenant involvement. - You will be able to explain the purchase of an  more...

LEED Credits That Don't Break the Bank! ... that all available dollars are captured. This results in projects going over budget, designers having to choose sub-par systems as a result of cost control, and a significant loss in value for owners. This audio conference helps you understand how the LEED system can serve as a foundation to most green incentive and rebate programs. By examining common mistakes, best practices, and how the  more...

Owner Construction Risk: How a Controlled Insurance Program Can Protect Your Assets ...ontrolled insurance. Whether you have ongoing maintenance projects or you are planning to build a large project, this audio conference will equip you with an understanding of your options for managing those project risks. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to identify those risks typically insured in construction projects. - You will be able to better explain and understand design and  more...

Requirements for Providing E-Forms W-2 and W-2c ...urrounding this online implementation. Several online W-2 projects have failed and were delayed due to not knowing all of the essential information regarding online form distribution. This audio conference will explore all the requirements and business considerations to ensure that your project succeeds in a timely and cost effective manner. This audio conference is designed for human resource  more...

Avoiding Legal Pitfalls on Construction Projects: The Three Ds (Dollars, Delay and Defects) ...projects are notoriously fecund areas for legal disputes, most of which can be categorized according to the Three Ds: dollars, delay and defects. Is it inevitable that all construction projects will at some point be labeled troubled, or is it possible to avoid the chronic and recurring bugbears? This audio conference will help you anticipate and maybe even avoid the classic legal pitfalls  more...

Brownfield Redevelopment and LEED in 2010: What Happens When You Mix Green and Brown? ...lp potential LEED applicants on brownfields redevelopment projects understand how the LEED neighborhood development standard may apply to mixed use developments and sustainable communities. This audio conference is based on publicly available information concerning the LEED rating and certification system, and is not specifically endorsed or approved by the U.S. Green Building Council.  more...

Web Research Beyond Standard Search Engines ... more valuable as a resource for beginning legal research projects and for accessing other information relevant to the legal process. You will learn how legal information is organized on the Internet and how to retrieve the best results. You will learn several simple ways to keep current with the latest legal news, cases and trends. Learn how to pick and choose the kinds of technology that  more...

Public/Private Partnerships: Major Infrastructure and Other Development Projects BenefitsThe term public/private partnership, or P3, has recently emerged as one of the latest buzz words in the development area. States and local governments are struggling with resource limitations and ever increasing demands of infrastructure. The involvement of the private sector offers an enticing solution for meeting massive infrastructure needs. At the same time, P3s provide an opportunity  more...

Construction Joint Ventures: Benefits and Pitfalls ...e to obtain and successfully complete larger more complex projects than those the joint venturers could undertake individually. Construction joint ventures are excellent vehicles for combining various disciplines for a particular project and for including MBE, WBE and DBE participation. But, ill conceived or poorly implemented joint ventures can be disastrous for the project and potentially  more...

Implementing An Indoor Air Quality/Construction Hygiene Plan ...d water intrusion as a significant threat to construction projects, construction hygiene plans began to emerge in the early 2000s. Today, sustainability plays a key role in most new construction and large-scale renovations projects. To aid in designing and constructing environmentally-friendly and healthier buildings, construction hygiene plans are becoming more recognized as a vital component  more...

Obtaining Surety Bonds for Construction Projects BenefitsThe current heightened risk environment caused by increasing contractor failures have raised concerns in the surety markets, however underwriting standards have not materially changed. What has changed is that sureties are more closely scrutinizing contractors' balance sheets and underwriting information to meet these standards and this trend will remain until the construction industry  more...

Contractor's Dilemma of Dealing With Bad Plans and Specs ...nd specifications on both public and private construction projects. Knowing what options are available and what you can or should do to mitigate damages, address the problem and pursue or protect the parties' rights will assist you when you inevitably encounter bad plans. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define the different roles between the owner, architect and contractor. - You  more...

California Wetlands: New Issues and Regulations Affecting Land Use Planning ...s and mitigation banking will be explored that will allow projects to more quickly meet their wetland replacement obligations. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define new and emerging wetland regulation issues. - You will be able to identify trends in In-Lieu Fee Programs (HCP). - You will be able to explain integration of 404 with HCP process. - You will be able to discuss CEQA  more...

Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act: Application to Condominiums and Single-Family Homes ... to understand firsthand how to methodically analyze your projects, whether currently under construction, on the drawing boards, or in sales or post sales, and match the facts, circumstances and needs of the project with the compliance profile best suited for ILSA requirements. The teleconference will also explain the substance and details of contract compliance with ILSA exemption standards,  more...

Understanding, Preventing and Addressing Well Performance Issues ...wells. Finally, this program will give examples of actual projects that illustrate the performance problems discussed and the implementation of solutions that helped address the specific performance issues. Learning Objectives - You will be able to analyze well design and construction. - You will be able to report well performance factors. - You will be able to examine well rehabilitation and  more...

Condition Assessments and Structural Evaluation of Existing Buildings ... evaluation process which you can use as samples for your projects. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss why assessments are done. - You will be able to identify structural considerations. - You will be able to describe the use of nondestructive evaluation methods in structural assessment. - You will be able to recognize risk assessment and management of the assessment project.  more...

Common Principles for Successful Design-Build Projects BenefitsYou will learn how design-build project delivery systems differ from the traditional design-bid-build system, how to evaluate whether design-build may be advantageous for your particular situation and project, how to structure a design-build approach to maximize the probability of a successful project in either the private or the public sector and how to select an appropriate contract  more...

Not in My Backyard (NIMBY): Overcoming Development Resistance ...ics. This teleconference will explain why citizens oppose projects and how to overcome resistance to development. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss common approaches to influencing land use decisions. - You will be able to identify why citizens oppose projects and how to overcome resistance to development. - You will be able to explain why good projects do not necessarily get  more...

Development Challenges for Small Commercial Sites ...ment constraints are present in all building construction projects, with small site commercial development presenting unique challenges in regards to matching the existing character of the area, conformity with local zoning, land use and environmental regulations, and if all approvals and permitting are ultimately obtained, construction-related challenges and end-user occupancy issues. This  more...

Current Issues in CEQA ...limate change, those of us who work on new development or projects in California only have time to fight to keep up with the enormous changes in California law and jurisprudence concerning climate change. This teleconference will provide an update on the proposed changes to the California Environmental Quality Act guidelines for mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions as well as their effects on  more...

Efficiency Estimations and Payback Periods for New Equipment BenefitsEnergy savings is possible for nearly every electric motor application but there are obstacles to buying and installing a higher efficiency motor. Practical considerations of the real world such as initial purchase, accounting system roadblocks, and installation and operating cost, must be part of the decision process. This teleconference will explain basic principles of electric motor  more...

Workout Strategies for Troubled Condominium Projects ...itsThe present economic downturn has affected real estate projects of all types but perhaps none as significantly as condominium projects. To further complicate matters, strategies to cope with failing and failed condominium developments must address multiple overlays of statutory and other legal requirements and limitations, as well as the often conflicting rights and concerns of the many  more...

Avoiding the Risk of Subcontractor Default ...you in mitigating risk to ensure successful completion of projects for all parties involved. This teleconference will arm you with the tools to proactively manage the potential for subcontractor default. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review practices for managing a subcontractor risk portfolio. - You will be able to explain the steps for managing a default. - You will be able to  more...

Opportunities for Recycling Construction Waste and Demolition Debris ...terials during construction and demolition. More and more projects are requiring the recycling of materials during construction and demolition, and contractors and others will need to know how to potentially meet this requirement. This 90-minute teleconference will teach you about the C D industry and the implementation of different programs nationally to deal with this interest, and the need  more...

AIA Document A401 ...ubcontract document which is readily used on construction projects, and identifies areas where the standard form may be improved. The teleconference provides practical tips and provides suggestions for revisions to the standard AIA document. After the seminar you should be able to use the standard documents strategically to mitigate risks and costly disputes. Learning Objectives: - You will be  more...

Pervious Concrete - The Pavement That Drinks! ... techniques. This teleconference will provide examples of projects and you will learn how pervious concrete can earn LEED points on your green building project. The permeability of porous concrete provides a potential solution to the problem of storm water runoff, which is a serious environmental concern accompanying increased urbanization. When land is covered with impervious parking areas,  more...

Pros and Cons of Cost-Plus vs. Fixed Price Contracts ...BenefitsLump sum and cost-plus contracts for construction projects offer different protections and incentives for both owners and contractors. With today's economic pressures, it is important that project participants know the factors to consider in choosing between these pricing approaches and to understand the advantages and disadvantages to each. The current economic situation has imposed  more...

Integrated Project Delivery Principles and Building Information Modeling ...nd BIM may be wondering how to either ask for it in their projects or implement these principles in their firms. There are some basic concepts in IPD and BIM that can be used in every project large or small. Dialogue among the project team members is the key but without a level understanding that dialogue can fail to bring the desired results. This teleconference will help anyone on the project  more...

Access Management Design and Development ...ook at current and future advancements based on real-life projects. Through access design and development you will be provided with the resources to retrofit existing access problems, quantify the correct number of access points, establish safe spacing between access driveways, financing techniques and the role of access management in land use development. Learning Objectives You will be able  more...

Effective Job Rotation Programs: Development and Implementation ...rotations, stretch assignments and on-the-job development projects are some of the most effective development tools in the talent management arsenal today. However, the design of many programs currently in operation date back to a time when the speed of organizational change was much slower than it is today, when the pressures of global competition were not as pervasive, and when customers for  more...

Construction Project Management in Remote Locations: Site Considerations and Unique Challenges ...projects in remote locations are increasingly demanding comprehensive design-build solutions for projects where the defined scope is often little more than a half-page concept of the desired output or regulatory result. The client expectations: technical and commercial analysis, scope of work development, a detailed execution plan, a detailed CPM schedule with day certain financial closing and  more...

Who Should Bear the Risk? Top 10 Things Developers Need to Know About Loan Documents ...pers are under increased pressure to provide lenders with projects that present no more than a responsible risk. After an equity requirement, loan documentation is the primary vehicle for allocating risk between the parties. This teleconference will help you understand lenders' requirements and the variety of loan documentation solutions actively used in today's commercial lending marketplace  more...

Taxation Issues When Conducting Business With Native American Tribes ... for American Indian tribes to issue tax-exempt bonds for projects on American Indian lands and a $500 million investment of funds for infrastructure, renewable energy, tribal detention facilities and other such projects. As the stimulus measures give rise to specific development projects in American Indian country and as Native American tribes continue to diversify their own economic  more...

Building Green Without Losing Green: Managing Risk in Sustainable Design and Construction Contracts ...sign, construction and development of green buildings and projects. Learning Objectives - You will be able to identify and manage risks in green design contracts. - You will be able to calculate and manage risks in green construction contracts. - You will be able to understand examples of green claims asserted to date. - You will be able to summarize how LEED Documentation impacts design and  more...

Multifamily Project Finance and Development ...h good track records and performing or well conceived new projects. The looming 'refinance crisis' for multifamily projects financed with CMBS and with soon-to-expire construction loans will only add to the challenges. This teleconference will explore a variety of debt and equity programs, including some new and nontraditional ones that are available to help in addressing the credit market  more...

Practical Transportation Design and Solutions: Concepts and Implementation ...e need for ongoing road preservation, safety and mobility projects has continually increased. However, the long term availability of funds for such improvements continues to diminish. Typical planning and design approaches may prioritize projects at the planning and programming stage in order to best address system needs; however, project designs are then developed with the intent to deliver  more...

Collective Bargaining and Construction Labor Contracts ...s of time than expected and that the agreements cover all projects involving work within the union's jurisdiction. As a result, the contractors exposed their businesses to increased labor costs as well as potential liability to the union benefit funds for unpaid benefit contributions. With proper planning and a better understanding of the law, these problems can be avoided. This  more...

Determining the Best Service Delivery Options for Public Works and Utility Projects: In-House or Contract? BenefitsIn this teleconference, you will learn principles and techniques for determining when a project or activity is best delivered by in-house staff, through a contract with a neighboring government or a private contractor, or a combined approach with some tasks performed in-house and others by a contractor. The teleconference will present a practical, nuts-and-bolts approach with examples to  more...

Damage to Adjacent Property and Structures ...projects present many risks, including the risk of damage to adjacent structures and real property. For example, subsidence caused by improper or ineffective excavation and shoring may cause foundations to crack and other resultant damage. Soil and groundwater can be contaminated from construction materials used by trade contractors. This teleconference focuses on best practices for identifying  more...

When Bad Things (Unexpectedly) Happen to Good Projects: Force Majeure Clauses in Contemporary Construction Contracts BenefitsWhat happens when unforeseen external events, such as an act of nature (e.g. a hurricane or flood), an act of war (e.g. a terrorist attack) or similar sudden, disruptive developments impact a construction project and result in schedule delays and substantial increased costs? Virtually every construction contract contains a force majeure clause providing for schedule and price relief for  more...

Measurement, Management, Reduction: Tools for Tracking Waste in Construction Projects ...ss case for managing and reducing waste from construction projects. You will learn how to document your waste stream and how to leverage transparency in managing waste to increase profitability and add to the bottom line. New technologies such as building information modeling, LEAN construction techniques and online waste tracking tools will be discussed as means of waste management and  more...

Strategies to Attain Grants for Your Classroom BenefitsThis teleconference will discuss the tremendous potential of obtaining new revenue to support educational classroom activity, school-wide programs and district projects. We will detail the organizational, planning and collaborative efforts necessary to successfully compete for and receive educational funding. Teachers, special education teachers, principals, vice principals, school  more...

Fast-Track Construction: Opportunities and Challenges Management ...projects are being done with at least some fast-tracking where construction starts before the design is complete. At the same time, there are industry trends that are dramatically changing the way projects are designed and built. Understanding the challenges and inherent risks of fast-track construction and these trends can help owners, architects, engineers and contractors maximize their  more...

Understanding Design and Construction Defects ...name only a few examples. Construction defects can affect projects in ways ranging from poor aesthetics to catastrophic collapse with tragic human toll. This teleconference will help you understand why defects occur, how they can be prevented and who is responsible when defects appear. In addition, the program will discuss insurance coverage of construction defects - a critical topic because  more...

Valid Consents ...al that the informed consent documents for human research projects contain the required elements. This teleconference will also explain the portions of the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act that relate to informed consents, specifically HIPAA authorizations that should be contained within an informed consent to ensure that a patient's protected health information is released  more...

All About Insulating Concrete Forms ...ldings up to15 stories. They are widely used in high-LEED projects based mostly on their energy efficiency and indoor air quality properties. However, many owners and designers who might benefit are not familiar enough with them to specify them comfortably or use them to full benefit. Many contractors do not bid ICF projects because they do not know enough to estimate costs and assemble a crew.  more...

Understanding the Bridging Project Delivery Method ...or checking back on details and contract forms for use in projects carried out by the Bridging method. This teleconference is critical for those who will be serving the owner throughout the project as the owner's design consultant as well as those carrying out projects by the Bridging method. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review common misunderstandings and uses of the Bridging  more...

Decentralized Wastewater Solutions ...ve approaches are important in the planning stages of new projects. Successfully meeting these challenges requires combining the talents of a variety of professionals, including engineers, landscape architects, planners, environmental scientists and contractors. This teleconference will highlight a decentralized wastewater approach and the wastewater technologies that enable smart growth  more...

Managing Construction Projects ... process-based procedures utilized to manage construction projects. We will explain the five project management process groups of initiating, planning, executing, controlling and closing, and how they relate to capital projects. Learning Objectives You will be able to discuss project delivery methods. You will be able to review project phases. You will be able to identify project controls. You  more...

Mixed-Mode Building Design Basics ...tilation in a given climate. Case studies and examples of projects will be used throughout to demonstrate the energy savings, opportunities and risks associated with mixed-mode conditioning systems. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review the opportunities and risks of mixed-mode design. - You will be able to discuss prevailing codes and standards. - You will be able to explain a  more...

Storm Water Best Management Practice (BMP) Inspection and Maintenance ...on and maintenance issues for construction BMPs on linear projects, and illustrate the use of technology to support your storm water BMP maintenance and inspection programs. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discover the importance of proper maintenance to meeting new benchmark discharge criteria. - You will be able to define typical maintenance requirements of and common problems with  more...

How To Prevent Construction Projects From Going Bad nIn today's economy, the construction process may have become more risky than ever. This teleconference focuses on actions you can take to keep your project pointed toward success. It addresses the steps that can and should be taken to help anticipate, identify and manage the problems inherent in the construction process. n nThis teleconference is intended to benefit attendees who want to have a  more...

Navigating the Troubled Construction Project: Recognizing, Analyzing and Handling the Risks ...a massive increase in the number of troubled construction projects. Whether trouble arises from the withdraw or lack of funding or a failure in performance of the contractors, subcontractors and suppliers to perform, the reality is that each project represents unique challenges that must be met head on. This teleconference presents the issues surrounding the project and is designed to assist  more...

Community Benefit Agreements ...ments, and private interests together to make development projects more sustainable, transparent and accountable. Negotiating a CBA can be a win-win solution for community groups and developers. The community receives assurances about job benefits, affordable housing, environmental impacts and other issues related to the development and to the community's needs. The project developer, in  more...

Utilizing Congestion Pricing to Reduce Traffic Congestion and Generate Infrastructure Revenue ...potential implementation challenges of congestion pricing projects, and understand how to avail yourself of resources from the Federal Highway Administration to help them move forward with this approach. This teleconference is critical for state and local public officials and professionals seeking solutions to growing congestion and infrastructure funding problems. n nLearning Objectives n- You  more...

Cumulative Impact Claims ...mpact claims may be one of the more common occurrences on projects with multiple changes over the course of the project. However, cumulative impact claims may be one of the most difficult claims to present and prove at trial or in arbitration. Evidentiary issues, logistics of proving what the cumulative impact was and proving damages can prove to be very difficult. Defenses to cumulative impact  more...

Differing Site Conditions ...een used in the most complex and high-dollar construction projects to date as the investment, both for the initial start up costs in software and training, and in the data input is not insignificant. Accordingly, for those projects that are not using BIM, differing site condition claims continue to be an issue of serious magnitude. Moreover, BIM cannot solve issues such as unexpected soils  more...

Real Estate Market Studies: Critical Decision Tool or Superfluous Information? ...projects are required to pass the market study hurdle during due diligence. What factors impact the applicability, reliability and timeliness of these market studies? This teleconference will help real estate professionals identify the best providers of market studies, formulate a scope of work to suit the needs of the assignment, assist the consultant without clouding the conclusions and  more...

Key Provisions of Two New EJCDC Contract Documents ...ign and construction of public and private infrastructure projects, including bridge, highway and other transportation projects, water and wastewater treatment facilities, utilities, processing facilities, pipelines, landfills, and other engineer-designed facilities. This teleconference will provide a focused discussion of key provisions of the new editions of two principal EJCDC publications:  more...

Mitigating the Impact of Construction Projects: Hurdles to Project Success ...projects have impacts on their surroundings, including neighbors, businesses, communities and the physical environment. These impacts frequently are the center of controversy surrounding a project and can lead to unnecessary delays, lost productivity, added project costs and bad public relations. This teleconference will provide you with practical strategies for identifying and controlling  more...

Roundabouts: Planning, Design Principles and Current Practices ...rent practices, and apply roundabout design principles to projects in your region. This teleconference will emphasize both basic and advanced roundabout principles to assist you with proper roundabout implementation for better public acceptance, smoother roundabout operations, increased capacity and safety, less maintenance and less pollution. n nWhether you are new to roundabouts or an  more...

Multistate Sales Tax Issues for Contractors ...ts, a contractor may significantly under-bid construction projects or be subject to additional taxes, penalties and interest upon audit. This teleconference will not only review basic general rules but discuss exceptions and special applications. n nLearning Objectives n- You will be able to debate who is responsible for collecting or paying the sales and use tax. n- You will be able to explain  more...

Maximizing Innovation and Design Process Credits for LEED. Certification ...is important to anyone involved with major green building projects and is useful for building professionals who will engage in more lengthy training to become LEED® accredited professionals. n nThe U.S. Green Building Council is installing its third-generation version green building performance rating and certification system, LEED®. The 2009 revisions focus mainly on further reductions in  more...

How to Get Your Prospect to Move From "I ll Think It Over" to Yes! nDoes it drive you crazy when you hear the following responses from customers: "I'll think it over" or "Get back with me" or "Let me get back with you on this?" n nOften these phrases can be the kiss of death to your deal or project. Let's face the truth - when you hear someone give those replies, most of the time they're not moving in a positive direction. This teleconference will tell you  more...

On-Site Power Generation: Challenges, Opportunities and New Developments ...ent facilities; certain security or public safety related projects, including 911 call centers, emergency or disaster response centers; airport air traffic control towers; and other critical transportation centers. The common theme of these facilities is the need for highly reliable and stable power systems to support critical functions. n nMission critical actually refers to any enterprise  more...

Challenges and Contractual Issues With Sub-Subcontractors ...reserve its relationship with the prime contractor on its projects. In doing so, a subcontractor is often tempted if not altogether resigned to subject itself to unfavorable indemnification clauses, payment clauses, etc. However, a contract that is overly favorable to a prime contractor and places you at risk is too dangerous in today's construction climate. n nThis teleconference will help  more...

Aging Building Management: Best Practices in Development Long-Term Capital Plans ...ing requirements and estimating associated costs. Capital projects must be prioritized using consistent criteria. And the various stakeholders in the capital planning and management process must be able to see the long-term impact of different investment decisions. In addition to condition information, by considering sustainability recommendations along with systems life cycle requirements,  more...