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NOTE: There are handouts to print out before watching the video in this course.
IMPORTANT: This is session three in the Cost Management Series.
It tackles the tricky process of analyzing and negotiating your Contractors’ Change Order Proposals. The techniques and tools discussed will help Owners and Construction Managers level a playing field which is typically tilted in favor of the Contractor. This workflow approach facilitates a more collaborative process by establishing fair and reasonable costs faster to keep your projects on track. This will allow you to negotiate with more confidence going forward.
Participants will learn:
• What changes to expect for various delivery methods
• How to analyze cost management methods to discern what works and what doesn’t
• Spreadsheet limitations
• Change management workflow best practices
• Where to get relevant pricing and productivity data
• Steps necessary for successful negotiations
• How to create a win-win systemized process – time is money
• How to steer clear of claims
• How to collaborate with your contractor effectively
This three-part series is ideal for:
Facilities Directors seeking better cost management solutions.
Capital Finance Executives wanting process exposure.
Organizations starting a new phase of capital development.
Organizations revamping/upgrading cost management systems.
Financial, Accounting, Clerical Staff professional development.
Estimators developing budgeting and cost management skills.
Project Engineers to develop more skills.
Project Managers building cost management knowledge.
Contractors offering Construction Management services.
Project Controls Mangers setting up cost management systems.
Owners needing a better capital budgeting process.
Owners looking to streamline their change order process.