Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 12, 2021

When specifying flooring, one should consider both sustainability and performance. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. From a performance standpoint, even a sustainably made floor must be installed correctly to be truly sustainable.

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Sustainability Building Resilience Flooring Systems Building Code Compliance 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

If you haven’t heard, registration for Autodesk University 2021 (AU) is now open! AU 2021 has been crafted to help you connect your processes, automate workflows, and unlock highly valuable insights—all of which give you significantly more confidence in decision-making. Sustainable building. Autodesk University starts October 5.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Schedule Management Change Management 52

Levelset

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Governments balance the needs of both by requiring contractors, property owners, and others involved in construction to mitigate the effect of building activity on the environment, including air, water, and animal and plant life. 7 key environmental laws in construction. National Environmental Policy Act. Clean Water Act.

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Environmental Impact Assessment Building Permits Land Use Regulations Material Storage 52

Stok

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

After the initial excitement of improved performance or disappointment in a lower score or ranking, all GRESB participants face the question of “now what?” “How This quick guide provides simple tips to interpret and improve your GRESB score, and thus your environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance and impact.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Environmental Impact Assessment Risk Management Stakeholder Engagement 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 25, 2024

and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.

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Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Building Codes 59

Construction Specifier

JUNE 1, 2021

Structure fires have dropped significantly over the past 40 years, and one major contributor to this decline in fires and fire deaths has been the development of comprehensive fire safety measures. These include performance testing requirements of model building codes. The International Building Code.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems 52

CivilJungle

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Contractor risk management system deals with an experienced organization of contractors, we can assess, identify, and control the risk of the construction project. Firstly the construction site, maximum risks are happening like worker accidents; so, we need to provide safety measures to the workers. What Is Contractor Risk Management

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Buildern

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

In the construction industry, every successful building tells a story of hard work. In 2021 alone, nearly 20% of workplace deaths were in the construction industry. Despite the countless safety measures, this number continues to be the same. Improperly installed scaffolding can easily collapse, leading to severe falls.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Today, several dynamic factors play a significant role: Climate change impacts: Regions are increasingly experiencing extreme heat, and some climate zones now require air conditioning installations where they previously did not. Harsher winter storms and persistent droughts are also becoming more common.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems HVAC Systems 52

iField Smart

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

from 2021 to 2026, according to a report by Mordor Intelligence. The use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) is increasing, with a survey by Autodesk finding that 73% of contractors use BIM on at least some of their projects. GCs must plan for these conditions and take measures to protect workers and equipment.

Project Management 52

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Top takeaways from AU 2021. Across our 80+ construction sessions led by a powerhouse of industry leaders and experts, AU2021 revealed some undeniable truths about the future of the industry—and the trends impacting the economics of your business most. How hh2’s integration between Sage CRE 300 and Autodesk Build works.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 15, 2023

For one, it’s an opportunity to build a physical legacy. From design and VDC professionals to business and project managers, these construction leaders aren't just building structures and facilities—they're shaping our world. Many things make construction an exceptional field to work in.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management Consulting Project Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

The people who continue to see opportunity where others see challenge, and should be recognized for a job well done in 2021. Narrowing the list down is not a task we take lightly, and I’m proud to share Autodesk’s 2021 40 Under 40: Champions of Construction. 40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2021. Nima Jafari , Amazon.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management 52

Construction Specifier

JULY 16, 2024

3 Without cross-border cooperation between governments, major corporates and industry organizations, the environmental repercussions could be severe, leading to irreversible global impacts, including local species extinctions and even loss of human lives due to increased heat stress. C (35 F) above pre-industrial levels.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 27, 2025

By Adam Shoemaker, CSI, CDT, LEED AP BD+C Photo -/stock.adobe.com In December 2021, the United States placed a federal emphasis on climate-friendly construction materials by implementing the Buy Clean initiative. Essentially, this term correlates to a products greenhouse gas emissions, measured across its entire supply chain.

Building Materials Manufacturing 59

Building Materials Manufacturing Environmental Impact Assessment Building Code Compliance Building Materials 59