Components and Solutions

The benefits afforded by use of the Construction Concepts system are applicable to both pre-sale and speculation projects.

  1. Allowance Addendum
  • Provides an understanding between builder and client as to dollar amounts for light fixtures, appliances, carpet, etc. within the bid contract amount.
  • Ensures a good relationship between builder and client thus increasing client referrals.
  • Sets the stage for any necessary Change Orders and negates disputes over dollar amount.
  • Guarantees bottom line contract profit remains intact by being referred to in the Real Property Purchase Agreement.

2. Closing Cost Form

  • Provides an understanding between builder and client as to who is paying specific costs within the framework of the contract.

  • Contains items typically found in an Earnest Money Agreement.

  • Keeps profit in the builders hands by being referred to in the Real Property Purchase Agreement.

3. Real Property Purchase Agreement
  • Provides remedies to settle disputes between builder and client.
  • Obtains in written and signed form the answers to questions of time frame for completion, earnest money deposit, penalties, etc.
  • Ensures profit margin by providing a hard contract amount with a specific plan number and specifications to a signed and legally binding document.

4. P.O. Accounts Payable (Version 3.0 or higher)

  • Aids builder in cash flow analysis by aging payables by month.
  • Gives the builder an up-to-date view of payables by automatically linking any issued Purchase Order to the ledger.
  • When a Purchase Order is paid the amount is automatically transferred to the Cost Variance form into the Actual Cost column.
  • Saves time with the multiple check-writing features. Provides easy to read reports that can be viewed by a variety of possible searches.

5. Check Writer (Version 3.0 or higher)

  • Eliminates redundancy by automatically linking to the Cost Variance Form.
  • Makes check writing quick and easy with such time saving features as date stamping, categorizing, retaining addresses, etc.

6. Check Register (Version 3.0 or higher)

  • Produces meaningful reports by search categories such as job number, payee, category, etc.
  • Reconciles bank accounts.
  • Provides customization by allowing the user to add custom categories.
  • Links automatically to the appropriate Cost Variance form when a job cost is applicable

7. Cost Variance/ Estimating

  • Provides an historical basis for future estimating thus allowing the builder the ability to continually adjust and update each necessary cost, keeping profit margin high.
  • Provides the builder an at-a-glance view of profit throughout the entire construction process thus acting as an early warning signal for any necessary adjustments or negotiations.
  • Gives the builder an early look at total profit before the last invoice is paid by automatically transferring all bid amounts from Purchase Orders to the Cost Variance form.
  • Allows the builder a preview of estimate to actual cost variance per line item by automatically transferring bid data to the Cost Variance form upon issuance of Purchase Orders.
  • Provides accurate estimating by calculating price per square foot for each line item.
  • Contains every necessary hard cost and cash need for any project in order of use.

8. Light Fixture Chart

  • Eliminates miscommunication on style or location for a particular fixture.
  • Saves time for the general contractor and electrician by documenting exactly where each fixture is located.
  • Saves money by eliminating location and/or style errors by the electrician.
  • Saves time and eliminates human error factor by automatically transferring information from the Light Fixture Chart to the supplier Purchase Order.

9. Color Control Chart  

  • Chart Eliminates miscommunication between builder, client and sub-contractor on several items.
  • Keeps the project moving by guiding the client as to the necessary items to be selected in the correct order and allowing the client ample time to make their decision.
  • Saves time and eliminates human error factor by automatically transferring information from the Color Control/specification Chart to the supplier or sub-contractor Purchase Order.
  • Saves the builder time and money by keeping both builder and client organized so that a meeting only once or twice a week is necessary.

10. Job Control Schedule Chart

  • Saves the builder money in terms of construction interest by maintaining a smooth flowing and timely project.
  • Saves the builder time and money by detailing each and every supplier, sub-contractor or agency necessary in completing a project in the order they are needed.
  • Aids the builder in anticipating and scheduling well in advance for all suppliers, sub-contractors and agencies.
  • Ensures good communication between the superintendent and office staff as to who or what should be on a job site on any given day.
  • Purchase Orders to Sub Contractors/suppliers automatically link Purchase Order number, Sub Contractor/suppler name, Telephone number, Expected start date, Finish date, and Actual finish date. Providing automatic progress of the project and time schedule (Version 4.0 or higher).

11. Purchase Order

  • Saves the builder money by detailing the price per item (suppliers) or price per job (sub-contractors) and creating a paper trail to ensure the price quoted is the price charged.
  • Provides the builder a paper trail to ensure what is ordered is what is delivered.
  • Eliminates miscommunication between builder and sub-contractor by detailing the work expected.
  • Saves the builder time by the Purchase Orders being pre-specified so the staff member need only select the specific item rather than re-enter information over and over.
  • Automatically link to the job control schedule chart, and accounts payable ledger (Version 3.0 or higher).

12. Change Order

  • Eliminates any misunderstanding between builder and client as to the cost concerning changes to the original plan and/or contract.
  • Generates a written, signed contract between builder and client detailing the additional work or item requested.
  • Provides a paper trail of changes to the contract between builder and client so closing is smooth and non-confrontational.
  • Gives the builder the option to collect for extra work either immediately or at closing. Keeps the builders profit intact.

13. Purchase Order Terms

  • Gives the builder leverage for sub-contractors who walk off the job and/or do not complete the job to specification.
  • Ties a specific Purchase Order to the terms and insists the sub-contractor sign and return these terms before work can begin, giving the builder a legal document.
  • Makes draw time more accurate and efficient because the invoicing procedure is detailed and agreed upon by signature from the sub-contractor.
  • Saves the general contractor money and ensures he will maintain a clean job site by specifying the sub-contractor remove all debris.

14. Return of Merchandise

  • Saves the builder money by ensuring the amount paid is the amount credited.
  • Provides a paper trail for invoicing to confirm the credit was received.
  • Saves time by automatically transferring the data from the original Purchase Order to the Return of Merchandise order.
  • Automatically links to the accounts payable ledger balance (Version 3.0 or higher).

15. Sub-Contractor Warranty Request Form

  • Saves time by allowing the general contractor to call the sub-contractor once with all warranty work rather than recalling and rescheduling as other items surface.
  • Ties a specific Purchase Order and sub-contractor to the job eliminating any room for dispute.

16. Homeowner Warranty Request Form

  • Saves time for the builder by collecting all warranty items at one time rather than fielding calls from the client on a daily basis.
  • Provides a paper trail to ensure the work was completed satisfactorily for the client and builder.
  • Maintains a positive relationship between builder and client so the client will feel confident in referring others to the builder.
  • Saves time by completing all of the warranty work in a few days time rather than recalling and rescheduling the same sub-contractor several times.

17. Sub-Contractor Completion Form

  • Maintains a smooth communication between office staff and superintendent as to the work accomplished.
  • Ensures that work completed is satisfactory to the general contractor.
  • Assists in controlling invoices received are eligible for payment.

18. Waiver of Labor and Material Lien

  • Saves money by severely curtailing the need for an extended title policy.
  • Earns the builder credibility with the title company and construction lender.
  • Lends the client security that no problems will arise down the road.
  • Maintains a good working relationship between builder and supplier or sub-contractor.

19. Bid Forms for Commercial, Residential, and Remodeling Companies: (Version 4.0 or higher)