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John Devine Consulting, LLC

John is a highly respected consultant in the construction industry. With more than 40 years of experience, John has contributed to thousands of estimations, bids and construction projects. John now devotes his time and expertise to helping clients, including general contractors, subcontractors and architects, in all aspects of construction cost estimating, quantity surveying, and the bid process. John also provides training and seminars throughout North America for firms, universities and individuals in the areas of reading and interpreting construction documents, estimating, pricing and bid creation.

John’s client base includes construction companies of all sizes with projects ranging from $100,000 to more than $50 million; architects requesting seminars to better understand the estimation, pricing and bid process; and individuals requesting hands-on training.

John is a frequent invited speaker at industry conferences, including the AIA National Convention. He has earned awards from the Atlanta Chapter of American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Construction Specification Institute (CSI) for his educational seminar series. He also speaks at a number of conferences for subcontracting associations, including the American Society of Subcontractors (ASA), Association of Fire Sprinkler Contractors, and Masonry Contractors Association.

Prior to consulting, John was President and owner of JHD Construction in Atlanta, Georgia from 1989 to 2003. JHD Construction was the recipient and nominee of many awards, including the Build Georgia Award presented by the Associated General Contractors of America and the Character and Leadership Award presented by Turknett Leadership Group.

John served on the Board of Directors for the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) Georgia Chapter from 2001 to 2003. He held the position Certification Chairperson for the Construction Specification Institute (CSI) Atlanta Chapter from 2003 to 2005. Atlanta.

Construction Estimating Quantity Surveying Training and Seminars

The Thrill of Bid Day, an Inside Look

This seminar is a personal favorite and the most requested presentation. The 45-minute presentation covers the final hours of Bid Day in a General Contractor’s office for a typical commercial construction project. The seminar covers the anxiety and thrills of the bid process drawing comparisons to a white-water rafting adventure. It is a must-see for architects and project owners. Many firms have asked John back for a repeat performance of this presentation.

CURRENTLY AVAILABLE SEMINARS

BId DOcumentation Best Practices to Avoid Change Orders

Bid documents serve as a key means of communication during the contractor selection process. Poorly constructed bid documents can lead to a wide range of proposal estimates and project changes orders. This presentation will cover the topics required to obtain more accurate and timely proposals from bid participants. Aimed at Architects and Designers who prepare construction bid documents, this presentation points out how the information should be presented to the contractors, phrases/words to avoid using, the Five “Cs” in preparing bid documents, and how and when to use allowances. A handout covers John’s ten tips on “How to receive Better and Closer bids on your Projects”.

developing winning bids

Bid documents serve as formal contractual documents between parties. Experienced contractors know that clear and concise bid submittals are essential to winning more business. Aimed at Subcontractors, this presentation discusses the appropriate bid format, specific information to include and how the bid documents should be presented to General Contractors. It also covers the important use of a “Scope Letter” and how it can be used to win more subcontracts.

Project Delivery Methods

A construction project can take on a variety of delivery methods. Determining the right project delivery method for owners is an essential first step. In this presentation, John reviews the pros and cons of the most common project delivery methods: Design-Bid Build; Design-Negotiate, Design-Build, and Construction Management. This presentation is aimed at Owners and Building Committees of churches and organizations new to the commercial construction process or looking to improve upon their existing project management process.

Contracting with Contractors

Navigating the selection process can be a challenge for any new contractor. This presentation is focused on the challenges upstart Subcontractors need to be prepared for. The presentation covers how to win more contracts, manage these contracts, avoid conflicts, and get paid on time.

TRAINING AND SEMINARS

Drawing from forty years of experience in the commercial construction industry, John’s seminars are focused on specific topics that will yield improvements to the bid and selection process for all parties involved. John provides training and seminars throughout North America for conferences, firms, universities and individuals in the areas of reading and interpreting construction documents, estimating, pricing and bid creation. The seminars count toward continued educational credits and are typically conducted onsite for a more impactful experience.