From 16cf1e3393e13b617059873b30eb57182ec985df Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Zane Meyers Date: Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:30:30 -0400 Subject: [PATCH] vault backup: 2026-04-28 16:30:30 --- 11-13-2025_13-25-27.md | 2 +- 13723-feather-sound-cir-e-210.md | 3 +- README.md | 6 +-- accubid-setup.md | 3 +- ai-in-estimating.md | 2 +- bpm-award-analysis.md | 1 + christian-pereiro.md | 10 +++++ conest-pre-takeoff-email-template.md | 1 + conest-projects.md | 2 +- conest.md | 3 ++ corwin-fluit.md | 1 + distributed-antenna-systems-takeoff.md | 2 +- estimator-skills.md | 2 +- fixture-designations.md | 2 +- full-takeoff.md | 4 +- hilltop-gardens.md | 4 ++ joel-jansen.md | 1 + josh-ford.md | 1 + lighting-controls-research.md | 4 +- lighting-controls-takeoff.md | 2 +- lightning-protection-takeoff.md | 2 +- megan-blizard.md | 1 + my-occupation.md | 2 +- pdi-90-day-performance-review.md | 2 +- pdi-accubid-closeout.md | 4 +- pdi-accubid-equipment.md | 1 + pdi-accubid-final-price.md | 1 + pdi-accubid-general-expenses.md | 1 + pdi-accubid-indirect-labor.md | 1 + pdi-accubid-quoted-material.md | 1 + pdi-accubid-subcontractors.md | 1 + pdi-bid-estimating.md | 10 +++++ pdi-breakdowns.md | 2 + pdi-estimating-systems.md | 3 +- pdi-estimating.md | 5 ++- ...mator-conest-electrical-success-profile.md | 2 +- pdi-labor-plan.md | 2 +- pdi-operations.md | 3 +- pdi-pre-takeoff-confirmation.md | 16 ++++---- pdi-project-start-notification.md | 4 +- pdi-wbs.md | 7 +++- periodic/daily/2026-04-28.md | 10 +++++ power-design-inc.md | 8 ++++ pre-takeoff-research.md | 2 +- software-based-estimating.md | 3 +- tags.md | 6 --- timestamped/2025-08-22_00-00-00.md | 2 +- timestamped/2025-11-13_08-19-01.md | 2 +- timestamped/2025-12-10_10-45-19.md | 3 +- timestamped/2025-12-18_15-22-00.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-01-07_12-13-00.md | 4 +- timestamped/2026-01-07_16-03-00.md | 4 +- timestamped/2026-01-12_13-02-01.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-01-13_11-28-14.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-01-14_13-27-20.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-01-25_18-46-00.md | 5 ++- timestamped/2026-01-29_17-57-00.md | 9 ++--- timestamped/2026-02-03_16-17-00.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-02-04_08-07-00.md | 6 +-- timestamped/2026-02-10_15-49-04.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-02-26_09-02-35.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-02-27_13-58-30.md | 4 +- timestamped/2026-02-28_12-02-03.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-03-03_09-37-39.md | 4 +- timestamped/2026-03-09_08-51-24.md | 4 +- timestamped/2026-03-13_09-47-42.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-03-19_09-00-43.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-03-25_08-14-59.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-03-25_08-55-46.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-03-25_13-00-49.md | 2 + timestamped/2026-03-26_08-49-49.md | 4 +- timestamped/2026-03-26_14-10-46.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-04-01_13-56-44.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-04-01_16-36-31.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-04-08_16-17-27.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-04-10_08-28-18.md | 8 ++-- timestamped/2026-04-15_11-00-38.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-04-15_15-59-02.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-04-20_08-31-52.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-04-23_18-07-49.md | 4 ++ timestamped/2026-04-25_15-38-36.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-04-26_09-30-18.md | 7 ---- timestamped/2026-04-27_10-05-24.md | 2 +- timestamped/2026-04-27_12-43-54.md | 6 +-- timestamped/2026-04-27_12-56-35.md | 37 ++++++++++++------- 85 files changed, 196 insertions(+), 117 deletions(-) create mode 100644 christian-pereiro.md create mode 100644 pdi-bid-estimating.md create mode 100644 periodic/daily/2026-04-28.md create mode 100644 power-design-inc.md delete mode 100644 timestamped/2026-04-26_09-30-18.md diff --git a/11-13-2025_13-25-27.md b/11-13-2025_13-25-27.md index 5b982e8..d093a36 100644 --- a/11-13-2025_13-25-27.md +++ b/11-13-2025_13-25-27.md @@ -39,7 +39,7 @@ Started ~13:45 6. Create TrimbleConnect project -7. Create Accubid Job +7. Create [[accubid|Accubid]] Job * Paste Areas 8. Unit Matrix diff --git a/13723-feather-sound-cir-e-210.md b/13723-feather-sound-cir-e-210.md index 30bc292..8699bb9 100644 --- a/13723-feather-sound-cir-e-210.md +++ b/13723-feather-sound-cir-e-210.md @@ -1,7 +1,6 @@ --- title: "13723 Feather Sound Circle East #210" -tags: - - occupational +tags: [] --- # 13723 Feather Sound Circle East #210 diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 1ea8e03..5aa6146 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -17,10 +17,10 @@ tags: ## Syntax -I primarily use [[obsidian|Obsidian]] for both reading and writing, +[[me|I]] primarily use [[obsidian|Obsidian]] for both reading and writing, so notes are written in [Obsidian-flavored markdown](https://help.obsidian.md/), -which is partially reimplemented by -[Foam](https://foamnotes.com/) for Visual Studio Code +which is partially reimplemented +by [Foam](https://foamnotes.com/) for Visual Studio Code and [Markdown Oxide](https://oxide.md/) for vim, neovim, and others. For compatibility, diff --git a/accubid-setup.md b/accubid-setup.md index e636acb..944cefe 100644 --- a/accubid-setup.md +++ b/accubid-setup.md @@ -4,6 +4,7 @@ tags: - occupational - type/guide title: Accubid Setup +up: "[[pdi-estimating]]" --- # Accubid Setup @@ -11,7 +12,7 @@ title: Accubid Setup ### Automation -It is likely infeasible to automate LiveCount and Accubid project creation. +It is likely infeasible to automate LiveCount and [[accubid|Accubid]] project creation. However, a script could launch the apps with a procedure, setting the clipboard. diff --git a/ai-in-estimating.md b/ai-in-estimating.md index 66a0654..8b64d68 100644 --- a/ai-in-estimating.md +++ b/ai-in-estimating.md @@ -8,7 +8,7 @@ tags: --- # AI in Estimating -Most estimators are already pigeon-holed into poor SaaS like Accubid and the rest already, +Most estimators are already pigeon-holed into poor SaaS like [[accubid|Accubid]] and the rest already, but the need to increase efficiency with AI will be the nail in the coffin. The myth that "full package" estimating software is most efficient will only be exacerbated by the inclusion of AI features diff --git a/bpm-award-analysis.md b/bpm-award-analysis.md index ed7aa2d..cf32d41 100644 --- a/bpm-award-analysis.md +++ b/bpm-award-analysis.md @@ -5,6 +5,7 @@ tags: - topic/automation - type/idea title: BPM Award Analysis +up: "[[pdi-estimating]]" --- # BPM Award Analysis diff --git a/christian-pereiro.md b/christian-pereiro.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..a1f2c06 --- /dev/null +++ b/christian-pereiro.md @@ -0,0 +1,10 @@ +--- +title: Christian Pereiro +tags: + - occupational + - type/person +up: "[[pdi-bid-estimating]]" +--- +# Christian Pereiro + +preconstruction manager (chief estimator) for [[pdi-bid-estimating]] \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/conest-pre-takeoff-email-template.md b/conest-pre-takeoff-email-template.md index 4241457..5287e27 100644 --- a/conest-pre-takeoff-email-template.md +++ b/conest-pre-takeoff-email-template.md @@ -4,6 +4,7 @@ tags: - authorship/other - occupational - type/media +up: "[[pdi-pre-takeoff-confirmation]]" --- # ConEst Pre-Takeoff Email Template diff --git a/conest-projects.md b/conest-projects.md index 2bef271..a8705af 100644 --- a/conest-projects.md +++ b/conest-projects.md @@ -5,4 +5,4 @@ tags: --- # ConEst Projects -Link target for [[conest]] projects. +Link target for [[conest|ConEst]] projects. diff --git a/conest.md b/conest.md index b88f691..aa3aa2f 100644 --- a/conest.md +++ b/conest.md @@ -1,9 +1,12 @@ --- +aliases: + - ConEst title: PDI Construction Estimating (ConEst) tags: - occupational - topic/estimating - type/encyclopedia-entry +up: "[[power-design-inc]]" --- # PDI Construction Estimating (ConEst) diff --git a/corwin-fluit.md b/corwin-fluit.md index 26c1af2..2a58722 100644 --- a/corwin-fluit.md +++ b/corwin-fluit.md @@ -4,5 +4,6 @@ tags: - occupational - status/not-started - type/person +up: "[[pdi-estimating]]" --- # Corwin Fluit diff --git a/distributed-antenna-systems-takeoff.md b/distributed-antenna-systems-takeoff.md index f8ec934..47935b8 100644 --- a/distributed-antenna-systems-takeoff.md +++ b/distributed-antenna-systems-takeoff.md @@ -65,7 +65,7 @@ Weatherhead for antenna. One per building. > [!important] > Usually only for cellular DAS. -> Confirm takeoff requirement with [[pdi-estimating#Bid Estimating|Bid]]. +> Confirm takeoff requirement with [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]]. 1. .../`CORRIDORS ...` * **Length** = Length measured for every corridor/garage diff --git a/estimator-skills.md b/estimator-skills.md index 0d439cc..1e23848 100644 --- a/estimator-skills.md +++ b/estimator-skills.md @@ -45,7 +45,7 @@ Once received, validation no longer required * Compare/cross reference architectural and electrical plans to determine correct unit naming, count, location, and layout * Create unit matrix excel document -* Enter information into Accubid and cBOM accurately +* Enter information into [[accubid|Accubid]] and cBOM accurately ### Grading Scale diff --git a/fixture-designations.md b/fixture-designations.md index 0806db9..25d5f32 100644 --- a/fixture-designations.md +++ b/fixture-designations.md @@ -228,7 +228,7 @@ Length and Labor will be more than a normal fixture in BOH/Amenity ## Porte Cochere (Drive up Area) -Create its own breakout in WBS, and phase in Accubid +Create its own breakout in WBS, and phase in [[accubid|Accubid]] > [!quote] > This is not technically exposed or drop ceiling, but still use PVC diff --git a/full-takeoff.md b/full-takeoff.md index a79a11f..13decc5 100644 --- a/full-takeoff.md +++ b/full-takeoff.md @@ -46,8 +46,8 @@ tags: ### See Also -3. [[carbon-monoxide-detection-takeoff]] -4. [[lightning-protection-takeoff]] +* [[lightning-protection-takeoff]] +* [[carbon-monoxide-detection-takeoff]] [[general-takeoff]] diff --git a/hilltop-gardens.md b/hilltop-gardens.md index 65e67c5..e475ce5 100644 --- a/hilltop-gardens.md +++ b/hilltop-gardens.md @@ -13,6 +13,8 @@ up: "[[conest-projects]]" ## ConEst Questions +Questions for [[conest|ConEst]]: + ### Area Breakdowns Since residential building types have corridors @@ -20,6 +22,8 @@ it will be necessary to create Areas for each level. ## Bid Questions +Questions for [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]]: + ### Voltage Drop VOLTAGE DROP CALCULATIONS ON ALL FEEDERS AND BRANCH CIRCUITS diff --git a/joel-jansen.md b/joel-jansen.md index d644944..851d6c4 100644 --- a/joel-jansen.md +++ b/joel-jansen.md @@ -3,5 +3,6 @@ title: Joel Jansen tags: - occupational - type/person +up: "[[conest]]" --- # Joel Jansen diff --git a/josh-ford.md b/josh-ford.md index abad270..4eefcf4 100644 --- a/josh-ford.md +++ b/josh-ford.md @@ -4,5 +4,6 @@ tags: - occupational - status/not-started - type/person +up: "[[conest]]" --- # Josh Ford diff --git a/lighting-controls-research.md b/lighting-controls-research.md index 09a86f5..d8d28c4 100644 --- a/lighting-controls-research.md +++ b/lighting-controls-research.md @@ -9,8 +9,8 @@ tags: Assembly selection for lighting controls is _never_ straightforward, even where it ought to be. There _must_ be conversation and consensus -between the [[conest]] -and [[pdi-estimating#Bid Estimating|Bid]] senior estimators +between the [[conest|ConEst]] +and [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]] senior estimators before takeoff can begin. This note is intended to assist in collecting all information likely to be relevant to said discussion, diff --git a/lighting-controls-takeoff.md b/lighting-controls-takeoff.md index eb45a7c..145b977 100644 --- a/lighting-controls-takeoff.md +++ b/lighting-controls-takeoff.md @@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ up: "[[takeoff-scripts]]" > no consideration for _any_ lighting control beyond standard devices, > (with `$D`'s being the [[lighting-controls#Triac Dimming|triac]] type) > however, this phrasing is ambiguous and non-universal. -> Confirm with [[pdi-estimating#Bid Estimating|bid team]] on what must be included. +> Confirm with [[pdi-bid-estimating|bid team]] on what must be included. Determine which Systems and Codes are required: * _IBC/IECC 2021 or later:_ all fixtures 0-10V dimmable. diff --git a/lightning-protection-takeoff.md b/lightning-protection-takeoff.md index c46ad9a..768ee84 100644 --- a/lightning-protection-takeoff.md +++ b/lightning-protection-takeoff.md @@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ search for direction on downlead counts, total length, and conduit size > [!tip] > While you have the quotes open, -> put the costs in the Subcontractors tab in Accubid. +> put the costs in the Subcontractors tab in [[accubid|Accubid]]. If no quote is available: diff --git a/megan-blizard.md b/megan-blizard.md index 1efdb67..6909bdf 100644 --- a/megan-blizard.md +++ b/megan-blizard.md @@ -4,6 +4,7 @@ tags: - occupational - status/not-started - type/person +up: "[[pdi-estimating]]" --- # Megan Blizard diff --git a/my-occupation.md b/my-occupation.md index 6e4220f..700befd 100644 --- a/my-occupation.md +++ b/my-occupation.md @@ -15,7 +15,7 @@ of [[this-notebook]]. %% -[[conest]] +[[conest|ConEst]] ## Goals diff --git a/pdi-90-day-performance-review.md b/pdi-90-day-performance-review.md index 61ac752..fb9a48d 100644 --- a/pdi-90-day-performance-review.md +++ b/pdi-90-day-performance-review.md @@ -229,5 +229,5 @@ delivers high-quality results and takes initiative. > Zane has been a great addition to our team in these short few months. > He's shown genuine enthusiasm while learning, > asks the right questions, and has picked up our PDI standards quickly. -> His experience with Accubid has proven extremely valuable, +> His experience with [[accubid|Accubid]] has proven extremely valuable, > and he's shared some helpful Excel shortcuts with the team. diff --git a/pdi-accubid-closeout.md b/pdi-accubid-closeout.md index 77c6f1f..0d82021 100644 --- a/pdi-accubid-closeout.md +++ b/pdi-accubid-closeout.md @@ -7,6 +7,8 @@ tags: --- # PDI Accubid Closeout +[[accubid|Accubid]] + Also called "tabs". 1. [[pdi-labor-plan]] @@ -66,4 +68,4 @@ TODO > * "MATERIAL HANDLER - PER MO" Only if included in Base Bid. -Confirm with [[pdi-estimating#Bid Estimating|Bid]] estimator. +Confirm with [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]] estimator. diff --git a/pdi-accubid-equipment.md b/pdi-accubid-equipment.md index 0d9f268..dc29c1c 100644 --- a/pdi-accubid-equipment.md +++ b/pdi-accubid-equipment.md @@ -3,6 +3,7 @@ title: PDI Accubid Equipment tags: - occupational/closeout - type/guide +up: "[[pdi-accubid-closeout]]" --- # PDI Accubid Closeout: Equipment diff --git a/pdi-accubid-final-price.md b/pdi-accubid-final-price.md index b6489b7..671faae 100644 --- a/pdi-accubid-final-price.md +++ b/pdi-accubid-final-price.md @@ -3,6 +3,7 @@ title: "PDI Accubid Closeout: Final Price" tags: - occupational/closeout - type/guide +up: "[[pdi-accubid-closeout]]" --- # PDI Accubid Closeout: Final Price diff --git a/pdi-accubid-general-expenses.md b/pdi-accubid-general-expenses.md index 990924f..266cfc7 100644 --- a/pdi-accubid-general-expenses.md +++ b/pdi-accubid-general-expenses.md @@ -3,6 +3,7 @@ title: "PDI Accubid Closeout: General Expenses" tags: - occupational/closeout - type/guide +up: "[[pdi-accubid-closeout]]" --- # PDI Accubid Closeout: General Expenses diff --git a/pdi-accubid-indirect-labor.md b/pdi-accubid-indirect-labor.md index 3405ac1..381d2bb 100644 --- a/pdi-accubid-indirect-labor.md +++ b/pdi-accubid-indirect-labor.md @@ -3,6 +3,7 @@ title: "PDI Accubid Closeout: Indirect Labor" tags: - occupational/closeout - type/guide +up: "[[pdi-accubid-closeout]]" --- # PDI Accubid Closeout: Indirect Labor diff --git a/pdi-accubid-quoted-material.md b/pdi-accubid-quoted-material.md index 51f51a3..e26ec22 100644 --- a/pdi-accubid-quoted-material.md +++ b/pdi-accubid-quoted-material.md @@ -3,6 +3,7 @@ title: "PDI Accubid Closeout: Quoted Material" tags: - occupational/closeout - type/guide +up: "[[pdi-accubid-closeout]]" --- # PDI Accubid Closeout: Quoted Material diff --git a/pdi-accubid-subcontractors.md b/pdi-accubid-subcontractors.md index 00c6f2b..dd4fe8f 100644 --- a/pdi-accubid-subcontractors.md +++ b/pdi-accubid-subcontractors.md @@ -3,6 +3,7 @@ title: "PDI Accubid Closeout: Subcontractors" tags: - occupational/closeout - type/guide +up: "[[pdi-accubid-closeout]]" --- # PDI Accubid Closeout: Subcontractors diff --git a/pdi-bid-estimating.md b/pdi-bid-estimating.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..b1c4de5 --- /dev/null +++ b/pdi-bid-estimating.md @@ -0,0 +1,10 @@ +--- +aliases: + - Bid +title: PDI Bid Estimating +tags: + - occupational + - type/department +up: "[[power-design-inc]]" +--- +# PDI Bid Estimating diff --git a/pdi-breakdowns.md b/pdi-breakdowns.md index b3a22ef..a97b746 100644 --- a/pdi-breakdowns.md +++ b/pdi-breakdowns.md @@ -6,6 +6,8 @@ title: PDI Breakdowns --- # PDI Breakdowns +[[accubid|Accubid]] + ## Location ### Bid Item: Site diff --git a/pdi-estimating-systems.md b/pdi-estimating-systems.md index 0d0c8f7..f04c475 100644 --- a/pdi-estimating-systems.md +++ b/pdi-estimating-systems.md @@ -1,8 +1,9 @@ --- +title: PDI Estimating Systems tags: - occupational/takeoff - type/encyclopedia -title: PDI Estimating Systems +up: "[[pdi-estimating]]" --- # PDI Estimating Systems diff --git a/pdi-estimating.md b/pdi-estimating.md index 181f4ea..84fc1f7 100644 --- a/pdi-estimating.md +++ b/pdi-estimating.md @@ -3,6 +3,7 @@ tags: - occupational - type/encyclopedia title: PDI Estimating +up: "[[power-design-inc]]" --- # PDI Estimating @@ -14,6 +15,8 @@ title: PDI Estimating ### Bid Estimating +Main article: [[pdi-bid-estimating]] + ### Construction Estimating (ConEst) -Main article: [[conest]] +Main article: [[conest|ConEst]] diff --git a/pdi-estimator-conest-electrical-success-profile.md b/pdi-estimator-conest-electrical-success-profile.md index c314a05..778a008 100644 --- a/pdi-estimator-conest-electrical-success-profile.md +++ b/pdi-estimator-conest-electrical-success-profile.md @@ -37,7 +37,7 @@ for multifamily, commercial, and federal projects. * Excellent communicator who is organized, detail-oriented, and efficient. -* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating software (Accubid preferred). +* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating software ([[accubid|Accubid]] preferred). * Demonstrate and uphold all of Power Design's core values, which include integrity, accountability, teamwork, innovation, and growth. diff --git a/pdi-labor-plan.md b/pdi-labor-plan.md index 5d72236..f26ca2b 100644 --- a/pdi-labor-plan.md +++ b/pdi-labor-plan.md @@ -24,7 +24,7 @@ title: PDI Labor Plan * Change breakdown of everything in each phase to the proper `Labor Factor` * Do not move Temp Power (budgets) or site -5. Use the Accubid Extension tab to fill out the "Unit Lbr Calc" tab in the labor plan +5. Use the [[accubid|Accubid]] Extension tab to fill out the "Unit Lbr Calc" tab in the labor plan 6. Select extension view "Phase, Sort Code" diff --git a/pdi-operations.md b/pdi-operations.md index 6e4aa82..069388c 100644 --- a/pdi-operations.md +++ b/pdi-operations.md @@ -1,9 +1,10 @@ --- aliases: - - ops + - Ops title: PDI Operations tags: - occupational +up: "[[power-design-inc]]" --- # PDI Operations diff --git a/pdi-pre-takeoff-confirmation.md b/pdi-pre-takeoff-confirmation.md index bcd29cf..bf8680d 100644 --- a/pdi-pre-takeoff-confirmation.md +++ b/pdi-pre-takeoff-confirmation.md @@ -1,16 +1,18 @@ --- +aliases: + - Pre-Takeoff Confirmation +title: Pre-Takeoff Confirmation tags: + - occupational/takeoff - status/draft - type/guide - - occupational/takeoff -title: Pre-Takeoff Confirmation --- # Pre-Takeoff Confirmation The purpose of the pre-takeoff confirmation is to address potential discrepancies between the requirements of the project documents -and the scope included in the bid team's proposed price. +and the scope included in the [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]] team's proposed price. ## Procedure @@ -28,14 +30,14 @@ Paste the completed template content to the body of a new email. **To:** * Preconstruction Manager %% Brian %% -* Senior Bid Estimator %% Christian %% +* Senior Bid Estimator %% [[christian-pereiro]] %% * Bid Estimator or Associate Estimator (if applicable) **CC:** * Senior Construction Estimator %% [[joel-jansen]] %% -* ConEst Manager ([[josh-ford]]) -* Director of Estimating ([[corwin-fluit]]) +* ConEst Manager ([[josh-ford|Josh Ford]]) +* Director of Estimating ([[corwin-fluit|Corwin Fluit]]) * Jessalyn Williams -* Other ConEst Estimators (if applicable) +* Other ConEst Estimators involved (if applicable) [^1]: [[2026-03-20_09-11-09#Pre-Takeoff Email Process]] diff --git a/pdi-project-start-notification.md b/pdi-project-start-notification.md index 7d2ab4a..4cac3a0 100644 --- a/pdi-project-start-notification.md +++ b/pdi-project-start-notification.md @@ -1,4 +1,6 @@ --- +aliases: + - PSN title: Project Start Notification tags: - authorship/other-for-now @@ -29,7 +31,7 @@ Export Awarded WBS to PDF, or just copy if available. ## Procurement Accubid Export -In master Accubid file, +In master [[accubid|Accubid]] file, group by `System`, `PDI SORT CODES`. Export ==**Extension** only== as ==**Excel**== diff --git a/pdi-wbs.md b/pdi-wbs.md index a8aabc1..7c18a1a 100644 --- a/pdi-wbs.md +++ b/pdi-wbs.md @@ -1,5 +1,7 @@ --- -title: Project Start Notification +aliases: + - WBS +title: PDI WBS tags: - authorship/other-for-now - occupational @@ -9,7 +11,8 @@ tags: ## CBOM Accubid Export -In master Accubid file, group by `Bid Item`, `System`, `PDI SORT CODES`, `Area`, `Phase`. +In master [[accubid|Accubid]] file, +group by `Bid Item`, `System`, `PDI SORT CODES`, `Area`, `Phase`. Export ==**all tabs**== as ==**csv**== to ".\6. Notes & Emails\Accubid CBOM - {Job}" diff --git a/periodic/daily/2026-04-28.md b/periodic/daily/2026-04-28.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..e7e0e93 --- /dev/null +++ b/periodic/daily/2026-04-28.md @@ -0,0 +1,10 @@ +--- +id: 2026-04-28 +title: 2026-04-28 +tags: [] +weekly: "[[2026w18]]" +monthly: "[[2026-04]]" +quarterly: "[[2026q2]]" +previous: "[[2026-04-27]]" +--- +# 2026-04-28 diff --git a/power-design-inc.md b/power-design-inc.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..7a31991 --- /dev/null +++ b/power-design-inc.md @@ -0,0 +1,8 @@ +--- +aliases: + - PDI +title: Power Design, Inc. +tags: + - occupational +--- +# Power Design, Inc. diff --git a/pre-takeoff-research.md b/pre-takeoff-research.md index 4ba7abb..9001c88 100644 --- a/pre-takeoff-research.md +++ b/pre-takeoff-research.md @@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ This note should be arranged chronologically: * Project Manual (Specifications) * GC Narrative * GC verbal direction -* Bid proposal +* [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]] proposal * Bid verbal direction %% diff --git a/software-based-estimating.md b/software-based-estimating.md index 9981682..8123478 100644 --- a/software-based-estimating.md +++ b/software-based-estimating.md @@ -20,7 +20,8 @@ when in practice there's no meaningful difference in practice from manual. * Manual estimation is best done in terms of [[assembly-philosophy#Assemblies|assemblies]] anyway. * On-screen takeoff only eliminates a single manual process. -* Any estimator trained on Accubid could do the same by hand, the methodology is quite transparent. +* Any estimator trained on [[accubid|Accubid]] could do the same by hand, + the methodology is quite transparent. * At what point in Excel automation does manual estimation become software based? There is no place for truly manual estimation (pencil and paper) diff --git a/tags.md b/tags.md index a2287c8..1ba81c2 100644 --- a/tags.md +++ b/tags.md @@ -96,12 +96,6 @@ as well as other industries. This topic also includes concepts that may be useful to estimation, but that aren't widely understood to be. -### #topic/math - -### #topic/risk - -Relating to mathematical and abstract concepts of [[risk]]. - ### #topic/ergonomics/organizational On the subject of [[optimal-patterns]] for processes diff --git a/timestamped/2025-08-22_00-00-00.md b/timestamped/2025-08-22_00-00-00.md index 2cb159f..01e7269 100644 --- a/timestamped/2025-08-22_00-00-00.md +++ b/timestamped/2025-08-22_00-00-00.md @@ -9,4 +9,4 @@ daily: "[[2025-08-22]]" ## Getting Historical Material Pricing -Aggregate SupplierLink.xml files from Accubid job folders. +Aggregate SupplierLink.xml files from [[accubid|Accubid]] job folders. diff --git a/timestamped/2025-11-13_08-19-01.md b/timestamped/2025-11-13_08-19-01.md index 992fe84..3ae8f2a 100644 --- a/timestamped/2025-11-13_08-19-01.md +++ b/timestamped/2025-11-13_08-19-01.md @@ -9,7 +9,7 @@ daily: "[[2025-11-13]]" ## Questions for Bid Estimators -Questions for [[pdi-estimating#Bid Estimating|PDI Bid Estimators]]. +Questions for [[pdi-bid-estimating|PDI Bid Estimators]]. ### Exclusions diff --git a/timestamped/2025-12-10_10-45-19.md b/timestamped/2025-12-10_10-45-19.md index 674c6f6..c474e56 100644 --- a/timestamped/2025-12-10_10-45-19.md +++ b/timestamped/2025-12-10_10-45-19.md @@ -26,7 +26,8 @@ A primary reason for the discussion was presented: > [!example] ^ex > While putting together a large garden style project -> Bid received a quote for lighting control at over one million dollars. +> [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]] received a quote for lighting control +> at over one million dollars. > Believing it [[gold-plating|overengineered]], > Bid proposed ~$150,000 for lighting control "per code". > The contract was awarded on those terms. diff --git a/timestamped/2025-12-18_15-22-00.md b/timestamped/2025-12-18_15-22-00.md index 2797f26..2b081fb 100644 --- a/timestamped/2025-12-18_15-22-00.md +++ b/timestamped/2025-12-18_15-22-00.md @@ -6,7 +6,7 @@ daily: "[[2025-12-18]]" --- # 2025-12-18 15:22:?? -PDI has moved up the schedule to transition to Accubid Anywhere +PDI has moved up the schedule to transition to [[accubid|Accubid]] Anywhere and will be signing a contract with Trimble in late January. [Drawer AI | Automated Electrical Takeoff & Estimating](https://drawer.ai/) diff --git a/timestamped/2026-01-07_12-13-00.md b/timestamped/2026-01-07_12-13-00.md index 0d33548..d026df2 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-01-07_12-13-00.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-01-07_12-13-00.md @@ -9,12 +9,12 @@ daily: "[[2026-01-07]]" --- # 2026-01-07 12:13:?? -Just now Jorge admonished another peer +Just now [[jorge-padron|Jorge]] admonished another peer for using insulated wire for pool bonding, his rationale was flawed beyond saving (something about the difference between bonding and grounding), but stemmed from a frustratingly common misunderstanding -that our Accubid assemblies are intended to be an accurate list +that our [[accubid|Accubid]] assemblies are intended to be an accurate list of the material to be installed. They are not. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-01-07_16-03-00.md b/timestamped/2026-01-07_16-03-00.md index 43353a7..cb15f91 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-01-07_16-03-00.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-01-07_16-03-00.md @@ -9,8 +9,8 @@ daily: "[[2026-01-07]]" --- # 2026-01-07 16:03:?? -There is a palpable animosity for [[pdi-estimating#Bid Estimating|Bid]] -in [[conest]], +There is a palpable animosity for [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]] +in [[conest|ConEst]], stemming (I believe) from an lack of buy-in on Bid's part. The lack is easily explained by their [[estimating-culture#Incentives|incentive structure]]: diff --git a/timestamped/2026-01-12_13-02-01.md b/timestamped/2026-01-12_13-02-01.md index 1dc2b12..665dc6b 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-01-12_13-02-01.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-01-12_13-02-01.md @@ -23,4 +23,4 @@ The award WBS shows $32,382 for equipment rental I'm dubious of all these explanations, but I don't have another one. -I can't find the ConEst folder or Accubid file. +I can't find the ConEst folder or [[accubid|Accubid]] file. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-01-13_11-28-14.md b/timestamped/2026-01-13_11-28-14.md index 796bbc9..a71b5a6 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-01-13_11-28-14.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-01-13_11-28-14.md @@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ Follow up to [[2026-01-09_10-00-03#Lighting Control]] Josh stated my takeoff was correct per drawings, but that concessions would need to be made for the scope -as sold by [[pdi-estimating#Bid Estimating|Bid]]. +as sold by [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]]. At his direction I've removed dimming from BOH and corridor spaces. The remaining takeoff will remain, a $4/sf budget for a lighting control system for those areas was added. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-01-14_13-27-20.md b/timestamped/2026-01-14_13-27-20.md index c86665d..92d7555 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-01-14_13-27-20.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-01-14_13-27-20.md @@ -10,7 +10,7 @@ daily: "[[2026-01-14]]" Follow-up to [[2026-01-13_11-28-14#Lighting Control]] -> [!quote] Conversation between [[joel-jansen]] and Christian Pereiro regarding lighting control for [[2100-crystal-drive]]: +> [!quote] Conversation between [[joel-jansen]] and [[christian-pereiro]] regarding lighting control for [[2100-crystal-drive]]: > > **Joel:** "It was sold as local." > diff --git a/timestamped/2026-01-25_18-46-00.md b/timestamped/2026-01-25_18-46-00.md index a3e5fe8..ba51f3e 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-01-25_18-46-00.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-01-25_18-46-00.md @@ -1,14 +1,15 @@ --- id: 2026-01-25T18:46:00-0500 title: 2026-01-25 18:46:?? -tags: - - topic/finance +tags: [] daily: "[[2026-01-25]]" --- # 2026-01-25 18:46:?? ### Calculating Monthly Principal & Interest Payment +Relevant to [[finance]]: + For a **fixed-rate, fully-amortizing mortgage**, the monthly payment is computed using the **standard amortization formula**: diff --git a/timestamped/2026-01-29_17-57-00.md b/timestamped/2026-01-29_17-57-00.md index a9d642c..fa7827e 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-01-29_17-57-00.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-01-29_17-57-00.md @@ -1,15 +1,14 @@ --- id: 2026-01-29T17:57:00-0500 title: 2026-01-29 17:57:?? -tags: - - topic/finance +tags: [] daily: "[[2026-01-29]]" --- # 2026-01-29 17:57:?? ### Calculating Utility of Above-Minimum Mortgage Payment -See [[2026-01-25#Calculating Monthly Principal & Interest Payment]]. +Follow-up to [[2026-01-25#Calculating Monthly Principal & Interest Payment]]: Homeowners are often advised to make elective mortgage payments to reduce the total interest paid on the loan, @@ -21,8 +20,8 @@ and are deciding whether to make an elective payment on your mortgage or to invest in a promising opportunity. The return on electing to pay $E$ to the mortgage -is the -(i.e., interest that will no longer accrue) +is the ... +(i.e. interest that will no longer accrue) at the end of the loan is: $$ diff --git a/timestamped/2026-02-03_16-17-00.md b/timestamped/2026-02-03_16-17-00.md index 1dff926..1494020 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-02-03_16-17-00.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-02-03_16-17-00.md @@ -8,6 +8,6 @@ daily: "[[2026-02-03]]" --- # 2026-02-03 16:17:00 -Valued in [[conest]] estimators: +Valued in [[conest|ConEst]] estimators: * **consistency** * **humility** --- willingness to say "I don't know that, please teach me" diff --git a/timestamped/2026-02-04_08-07-00.md b/timestamped/2026-02-04_08-07-00.md index f92d703..e00c0b5 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-02-04_08-07-00.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-02-04_08-07-00.md @@ -10,13 +10,13 @@ daily: "[[2026-02-04]]" ## Questions for ConEst -[[conest]] +[[conest|ConEst]] ### Purpose of ConEst What is the purpose of ConEst? -To comb for requirements Bid missed? -To create the CBOM for Ops? +To comb for requirements [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]] missed? +To create the CBOM for [[pdi-operations|Ops]]? Anything else? How do they rank in importance? diff --git a/timestamped/2026-02-10_15-49-04.md b/timestamped/2026-02-10_15-49-04.md index f2d8207..3e4de01 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-02-10_15-49-04.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-02-10_15-49-04.md @@ -29,7 +29,7 @@ attended by [[christian-pereiro]], [[joel-jansen]], and myself. Systems refused to quote lighting control due to lack of detail, but sufficient detail was provided. -Bid expected takeoff to include DLM devices and cabling. +[[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]] expected takeoff to include DLM devices and cabling. ### Closeout diff --git a/timestamped/2026-02-26_09-02-35.md b/timestamped/2026-02-26_09-02-35.md index 357dd33..ef6d996 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-02-26_09-02-35.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-02-26_09-02-35.md @@ -25,6 +25,6 @@ and continuing takeoff as if the scope were not typical The ability to reorder and permanently delete takeoff would invalidate most concerns here, -however Accubid's solution to typical scope +however [[accubid|Accubid]]'s solution to typical scope (named-typicals-as-breakdowns) is still clunky and unsuitable for large projects. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-02-27_13-58-30.md b/timestamped/2026-02-27_13-58-30.md index 170c75f..4e25fc3 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-02-27_13-58-30.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-02-27_13-58-30.md @@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ date-created: 2026-02-27T13:58:30-05:00 ## Conversation Regarding ConEst Pre-Takeoff Email Template A conversation with a peer via Microsoft teams -regarding [[conest]]'s +regarding [[conest|ConEst]]'s recent implementation of [[conest-pre-takeoff-email-template]]. ### Peer @ 13:42 @@ -50,7 +50,7 @@ I've heard other estimators say it shouldn't be our job because it doesn't affect our takeoff, but I think that's misguided. It could be said that it's always been ConEst's purpose -to check Bid's work _generally_, even outside of takeoff, +to check [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]]'s work _generally_, even outside of takeoff, only until now, the things we considered important enough to check have happened to line up with takeoff. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-02-28_12-02-03.md b/timestamped/2026-02-28_12-02-03.md index a5bfdac..9b7312d 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-02-28_12-02-03.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-02-28_12-02-03.md @@ -10,7 +10,7 @@ date-created: 2026-02-28T12:02:03-05:00 --- # 2026-02-28 12:02:03 -It is difficult to express how _little_ Accubid does for the user. +It is difficult to express how _little_ [[accubid|Accubid]] does for the user. Except for LiveCount and SupplierLink (which are separate programs anyhow) 100% of its functionality could be replicated with database queries. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-03-03_09-37-39.md b/timestamped/2026-03-03_09-37-39.md index caa8b46..49e9ab4 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-03-03_09-37-39.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-03-03_09-37-39.md @@ -37,7 +37,7 @@ Has not had a chance to complete a Garden style project at this time. * Create a unit matrix Excel document. -* Enter information into Accubid. +* Enter information into [[accubid|Accubid]]. #### Score: Highly Proficient @@ -131,7 +131,7 @@ Identify wiring type, receptacle and switch specs based on Unit panel, proposal Minimal to no issues on unit take-offs. Captures all systems included in our scope. -Gets clarification from myself or Bid +Gets clarification from myself or [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]] on discrepencies between drawings/PDI proposal (typically telecom). ### Skill: Units Sub feeds diff --git a/timestamped/2026-03-09_08-51-24.md b/timestamped/2026-03-09_08-51-24.md index 5bdc439..1ec3b34 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-03-09_08-51-24.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-03-09_08-51-24.md @@ -202,7 +202,7 @@ and seeks help for more complex situations. Regularly achieves performance targets and actions. %% -Joel framed [[pdi-estimating#Bid Estimating|Bid Estimating]] +Joel framed [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid Estimating]] as the customer in question, and implied that if I had a more involved relationship with the relevant bid estimators (namely Christian) @@ -342,7 +342,7 @@ Delivers exceptional performance and actions, far beyond role targets. %% -We discussed my fluency in Accubid, +We discussed my fluency in [[accubid|Accubid]], which is a skill I'm annoyed to have. It's like being really good at digging trenches with a garden trowel. Skill using a poor tool diff --git a/timestamped/2026-03-13_09-47-42.md b/timestamped/2026-03-13_09-47-42.md index 3bb60eb..5a731b9 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-03-13_09-47-42.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-03-13_09-47-42.md @@ -21,7 +21,7 @@ with a search algorithm like [A*](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A*_search_algori Such a program could also calculate voltage drop. I think, though, I may have been unfair to my employers (current and previous). -Innovative methods will always be bottlenecked by Accubid's strict input pattern, +Innovative methods will always be bottlenecked by [[accubid|Accubid]]'s strict input pattern, but there are still opportunities for improvement that can comply with existing expectations of evidence. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-03-19_09-00-43.md b/timestamped/2026-03-19_09-00-43.md index c3a536c..1184700 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-03-19_09-00-43.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-03-19_09-00-43.md @@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ be used to track Intent is too provide information to the bid team potentially to be qualified in future bids. -> 1. ConEst deviates from specs based on direction from Bid. +> 1. ConEst deviates from specs based on direction from [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]]. > 2. Awarded contract does not include respect for the direction > 3. Ops, not aware of direction, believes ConEst takeoff was in error. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-03-25_08-14-59.md b/timestamped/2026-03-25_08-14-59.md index 10531d7..1b920e8 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-03-25_08-14-59.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-03-25_08-14-59.md @@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ daily: "[[2026-03-25]]" Direction for [[telecom-takeoff]] and [[low-voltage-takeoff]] concerning the proper interpretation of "free-air per code" -as used by [[pdi-estimating#Bid Estimating|Bid]] to qualify our scope. +as used by [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]] to qualify our scope. Relevant to [[charlotte-south-end-hotel]]. > [!quote] Charlotte South End Proposal 2025-12-12 Ex. B Notes diff --git a/timestamped/2026-03-25_08-55-46.md b/timestamped/2026-03-25_08-55-46.md index 5d807db..445788e 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-03-25_08-55-46.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-03-25_08-55-46.md @@ -21,4 +21,4 @@ Project start date according to the Approved PDI Labor Plan is 2025-05-04. *** -Bid used 8.25% as they ought to have. +[[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]] used 8.25% as they ought to have. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-03-25_13-00-49.md b/timestamped/2026-03-25_13-00-49.md index cf3c065..ca97684 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-03-25_13-00-49.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-03-25_13-00-49.md @@ -27,6 +27,8 @@ estimator and senior tasks. #### 2. Accubid Extension Pricing +Relevant to [[pdi-accubid-extension]]: + PDI used as vendor as required. Quotes requested, received for any specialty items. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-03-26_08-49-49.md b/timestamped/2026-03-26_08-49-49.md index 98e13d9..2ffe2d9 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-03-26_08-49-49.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-03-26_08-49-49.md @@ -58,9 +58,9 @@ Joel intends to substitute. *** **\[2026-03-26 09:36\]** -After conversation with Christian, +After conversation with [[christian-pereiro]], Joel substituted all EMT feeders for MC cable. -Christian stated that [[pdi-estimating#Bid Estimating|they]] +Christian stated that [[pdi-bid-estimating|they]] would qualify the substitution in their next proposal and raised that 5 inch EMT does not exist in our database anyway[^1]. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-03-26_14-10-46.md b/timestamped/2026-03-26_14-10-46.md index bd6a0a3..589f0e4 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-03-26_14-10-46.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-03-26_14-10-46.md @@ -49,7 +49,7 @@ Confirmed for 1990. Fire pump feeds are not tagged as 2hr rated takeoff assumed 2hr rated MC cable ("Vitalink") -to be confirmed with Christian. +to be confirmed with [[christian-pereiro]]. ### EV Chargers diff --git a/timestamped/2026-04-01_13-56-44.md b/timestamped/2026-04-01_13-56-44.md index 91e5552..abee6ac 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-04-01_13-56-44.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-04-01_13-56-44.md @@ -99,7 +99,7 @@ expected ~0.120. *** Josh found the answer to a question of scope -in the qualifications of Bid's proposal. +in the qualifications of [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]]'s proposal. he said he did not immediately think to look for them because they are rare of current proposals. Apparently they are penalized by the Proposal Audit Scorecard. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-04-01_16-36-31.md b/timestamped/2026-04-01_16-36-31.md index 6897ca3..e0ca460 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-04-01_16-36-31.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-04-01_16-36-31.md @@ -41,7 +41,7 @@ with the expectation that they may need to substitute them following [[conest-senior-review]]. This is a [[heuristics|heuristic]] in that it achieves an outcome acceptable to the estimator -despite being objectionable according to established[^1] [[conest]] practice. +despite being objectionable according to established[^1] [[conest|ConEst]] practice. [^1]: As far as it can be said to be established... diff --git a/timestamped/2026-04-08_16-17-27.md b/timestamped/2026-04-08_16-17-27.md index 844ba80..2883014 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-04-08_16-17-27.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-04-08_16-17-27.md @@ -20,7 +20,7 @@ he told me to use my best judgement. I told him that _my_ intuition, trained from my time estimating for Ace, is to break down by **scope**, -but that [[conest]] usually breaks down by **location**. +but that [[conest|ConEst]] usually breaks down by **location**. He agreed that is the preference, and since the previous estimator's breakdowns did not include Building Areas for the FB zones anyway diff --git a/timestamped/2026-04-10_08-28-18.md b/timestamped/2026-04-10_08-28-18.md index b9e8b64..29a4813 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-04-10_08-28-18.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-04-10_08-28-18.md @@ -10,11 +10,12 @@ daily: "[[2026-04-10]]" --- # 2026-04-10 08:28:18 -I tend to think I have more to contribute to [[conest]] than to Bid. +I tend to think I have more to contribute to [[conest|ConEst]] +than I do to [[pdi-bid-estimating|Bid]]. I'd need to know more about the executive philosophy of both before I could decide to switch or stay. -> Moreover, what about estimating coordinators and "estimating solutions"? +> Moreover, what about estimating coordinators and "[[pdi-estimating-solutions|Estimating Solutions]]"? I know very little now, but it doesn't seem many are more certain. @@ -38,4 +39,5 @@ jobs of every size tend to take about two weeks (80 estimator hours plus change for review). In order for ConEst to estimate as budgeted, we would need standards for acceptable takeoff -at multiple levels of estimating detail. +at multiple levels of estimating detail, +which we do not. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-04-15_11-00-38.md b/timestamped/2026-04-15_11-00-38.md index 918e652..2922143 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-04-15_11-00-38.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-04-15_11-00-38.md @@ -22,4 +22,4 @@ The use of 450kcmil for the EGC is strange: * it is a non-standard size anyway, not appearing in [[nfpa-70_ch09|Chapter 9]] tables, the [[neca-mlu]], - or our Accubid database. + or our [[accubid|Accubid]] database. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-04-15_15-59-02.md b/timestamped/2026-04-15_15-59-02.md index ba93483..01657c0 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-04-15_15-59-02.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-04-15_15-59-02.md @@ -51,7 +51,7 @@ are not actionable plans. "Mistake" may be a misnomer, because acceptability is not objective. For example: -two [[conest]] senior estimators +two [[conest|ConEst]] senior estimators may disagree on the acceptability of a certain [[heuristics|heuristic]]. It may still be useful to record criticism from the more stringent senior as a mistake, even if their position is less popular. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-04-20_08-31-52.md b/timestamped/2026-04-20_08-31-52.md index 4ea7442..5ccc6d0 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-04-20_08-31-52.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-04-20_08-31-52.md @@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ High-Level Process changes -Accubid Anywhere +[[accubid|Accubid Anywhere]] #### Also Planned diff --git a/timestamped/2026-04-23_18-07-49.md b/timestamped/2026-04-23_18-07-49.md index 480332f..aeacb51 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-04-23_18-07-49.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-04-23_18-07-49.md @@ -11,7 +11,11 @@ Follow-up to [[2026-04-23_16-24-49]]: Knowing now that [[pdi-operations|Ops]]'s baseline estimate isn't entirely redundant with [[conest|ConEst]]'s, +I'm less convinced that "detailed takeoff" +(for lack of a better term[^1]) +could easily be removed from the [[pdi-estimating]] process. +[^1]: See [[traditional-estimating-methods]]. Suppose that an ongoing project with 1000 feet of #2 CU in its CBOM diff --git a/timestamped/2026-04-25_15-38-36.md b/timestamped/2026-04-25_15-38-36.md index 607bca4..5d3ee15 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-04-25_15-38-36.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-04-25_15-38-36.md @@ -16,6 +16,6 @@ and "fly\[ing\] by the seat of \[one's\] pants". [Strategic Foresight](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strategic_foresight) has a Wikipedia page, -but I'll be so bold as to suggest it shouldn't. +but I'll be so bold as to suggest that it shouldn't. It has the same problem as [[project-management-tm|"project management"]] as the name of a discipline. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-04-26_09-30-18.md b/timestamped/2026-04-26_09-30-18.md deleted file mode 100644 index fc77e91..0000000 --- a/timestamped/2026-04-26_09-30-18.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,7 +0,0 @@ ---- -id: 2026-04-26T09:30:18-0400 -title: 2026-04-26 09:30:18 -tags: [] -daily: "[[2026-04-26]]" ---- -# 2026-04-26 09:30:18 diff --git a/timestamped/2026-04-27_10-05-24.md b/timestamped/2026-04-27_10-05-24.md index 97ddd86..e2f475d 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-04-27_10-05-24.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-04-27_10-05-24.md @@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ with all runs less than 100ft. I asked [[joel-jansen]] if it would be necessary to use minimum 10 AWG -as is [[conest]] standard +as is [[conest|ConEst]] standard for [[pdi-breakdowns#Bid Item Garage|Garage]]. He said it would not be, and confirmed 12 AWG is acceptable in this case. diff --git a/timestamped/2026-04-27_12-43-54.md b/timestamped/2026-04-27_12-43-54.md index 235b5eb..ad56b3a 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-04-27_12-43-54.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-04-27_12-43-54.md @@ -11,13 +11,13 @@ daily: "[[2026-04-27]]" Continuing a recent conversation I've been having with [[joel-jansen]] on [[voltage-drop]], -both ideally and for application in [[conest]], -Joel brought Bill Swan with Estimating Solutions +both ideally and for application in [[conest|ConEst]], +Joel brought Bill Swan with [[pdi-estimating-solutions|Estimating Solutions]] over to my desk. Bill said that when he is calculating voltage drop he doesn't the ubiquitous "Voltage Drop Calc 2011.xlsx" which uses a simple DC calculation, -he uses [[pdi-vdc]]'s calculator, +he uses [[pdi-vdc|VDC]]'s calculator, which is based on AC resistance and reactance. I showed them my own calculator, diff --git a/timestamped/2026-04-27_12-56-35.md b/timestamped/2026-04-27_12-56-35.md index b55a09f..92c0764 100644 --- a/timestamped/2026-04-27_12-56-35.md +++ b/timestamped/2026-04-27_12-56-35.md @@ -8,27 +8,36 @@ daily: "[[2026-04-27]]" ## Virginia Live! Internal Review -[[virginia-live-casino-and-hotel]] +review of [[virginia-live-casino-and-hotel]] [[accubid|Accubid]] job +with [[pdi-operations|Ops]] Underfloor power is Reloc. Customer is curious if it would be more cost effective to use MC. -Objective is to discuss closeout mainly: +### Meeting Objective + +discuss closeout mainly: quotes and subs. -FF&E +### Topics Discussed + +#### Fixture Labor + +> **Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FF&E)** + Concern that all fixtures are captured "add a line for aiming and testing" 1 week (80 hours) -Shift rate +#### Shift Rate + "in the past we've paid a little more for night work, but nothing crazy" -$2,500 per day scaffold +#### Site Services -### Site Services +$2,500 per day scaffold Ditch witches for most excavation @@ -40,7 +49,7 @@ hydraulic bender Do we own dewatering? pretty sure yes -### MV Terminations +#### MV Terminations No one at PDI can perform MV terms so they must be subbed out @@ -51,7 +60,7 @@ worst case $300k to be quoted by Ops -### Testing +#### Testing primary injection testing @@ -59,25 +68,25 @@ NETA testing to be quoted by Ops -### Rigging +#### Rigging Ops quoted $85k to take one generator off the truck. to be quoted by Ops -### Burden +#### Burden PTO not included in burden because it is not charged to the job ### Admin Housing -Ops paying $4,500 for 6-bed +Ops paying $4,500 per month for 6-bed -### Composite Cleanup +#### Composite Cleanup -terms in contract +exact terms in contract -### Permits +#### Permits to be quoted by Ops