Podcast & Newsletter
The Pipeline Podcast & Newsletter
Entertaining and knowledgeable discussions on construction consulting and methodologies- Learn from the experts.
“Over 265 written and audio recordings on construction subjects including, but not limited to, Spearin Doctrine, timely notification, claim preparation techniques, contra proferentum, unilateral change orders, the cost versus price, plan constructability review, bid escrow, proposal terms and conditions, vendor quote analysis, and Eichleay Formula. www.sjcivil.com , 2016 – present.” – Scott Jennings
Just Say “No” – You May Get Thanked
Executive Summary. A word that is very undervalued by Owners is the word “No.” It has tremendous...
What’s a Form Ratio?
Acknowledgment. First of all, thanks to my friend Chris Souder at Cal State Chico – I based this...
Don’t Get Sick: Post-Topping Out Syndrome (PTS)
Executive Summary. A major milestone to a building project is its “topping out”. This can be the...
My Old Guy PhD Program Begins – Entry No. 1
Executive Summary. Going back to graduate school for a master’s degree at age 25 felt old....
What is “Delegated Design”?
Executive Summary. In the traditional design/bid/build world, sometimes a portion of the project...
What’s that High Track Dozer All About?
Executive Summary. Almost unique to the business (Caterpillar taking the lead) is the elevated...
Load Path & Building from the Bottom Up
Executive Summary. Everyone was taught early in their career, or even in childhood, that things...
Increase Profit by Rule of 27
Executive Summary. Most decisions can be further analyzed by collaborative or self-inquiry. When...
Data Collection Without the $100,000 Fancy Toys
Executive Summary. Collecting data from a construction jobsite can serve many purposes, and all...
Two Negatives of Owning Your Own Construction Business
Executive Summary. Owning your own construction business, or any business for that matter, is not...
Red Flags in Bid Day v. Change Order Pricing
Executive Summary. The difference between bid day pricing and change order pricing is miles apart...
How to Make a Submittal – Check, Check, Check!
Executive Summary. Making submittals on a construction project is art and science. Increase your...
