UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

The post Key Services Offered by Assent Building Control appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Assent Building Control provides various services to ensure construction projects comply with regulations and run smoothly. Each service is crucial in maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency in building projects.

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Building Controls Fire Protection System Installation Building Code Compliance Safety Regulations 59

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.

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Building Code Compliance Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation 64

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 3, 2023

. – InEight , a global leader in construction capital project management software, has announced new innovations that will help collaboratively resolve design issues early on to avoid re-work, and embed quality control in all construction activities to enable progressive review and turnover of complex, multi-discipline projects.

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Collaboration Quality Control Handover Project Management 162

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 31, 2023

Hill is providing project and construction management services for One-Ninety including design review, contract administration, time and cost control, design coordination, and construction follow up.

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Real Estate Development Project Management Consulting Environmental Consulting Cost Control 246

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2025

Whether you are a homeowner planning a renovation , a developer looking to break ground on a commercial project, or simply an interested party in the real estate market, understanding the construction costs in NYC is crucial for making informed decisions.

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Construction Management Project Management Consulting Cost Control Real Estate Development 52

Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

This proactive approach prevented misunderstandings, minimized delays, and reduced costs by ensuring that everyone stayed on the same page throughout the project.​ By establishing a process for handling change orders collaboratively, Directors and the GC can control the impact of changes on the project’s timeline, budget, and quality.

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Collaboration Risk Management Schedule Management Quality Control 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2024

Many Architects are embracing the WELL Building Standard (WELL) to address issues of human health and wellness. The importance of incorporating lifestyle into design does not stop at the walls of a building. Sustainable site design can offer cost-savings while being ecologically responsible.

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Sustainability Green Building Electrical Systems Site Planning 264

iField Smart

JANUARY 21, 2025

Left unaddressed, these can transform into cost overruns, delays, and compromised security. Inefficient use of these resources leads to idle time, wastage, and inflated costs. It serves as a digital control center to consolidate project data, streamline communication, and automate various workflows.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 25, 2023

Move all repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects forward with proactive, informed decisions. Owners & Developers – Planners – Designers – Procurement Professionals – Builders Collaborate with internal and external teams to detail Scope of Work and validate local market construction costs.

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Construction Management Sustainability 105

Rabbet

JANUARY 29, 2025

Cost overruns are a pervasive challenge in the construction industry. According to KPMGs 2015 Global Construction Survey , a staggering 69% of projects experienced cost overruns of 10% or more. Rabbet addresses this industry-wide issue by dramatically reducing cost overruns to less than 8.5%

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Cost Control Risk Management Building Automation 52

Buildern

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Construction loans are important for funding building projects but the approach may differ depending on the borrower. Identically, it is important to understand construction budgeting , so that your project stays within financial limits and doesn’t run up unexpected costs.

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Project Management Consulting Cost Control Risk Management Construction Equipment 52

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

However, with a construction loan , you can build your dream home from scratch without making compromises. A construction loan is high-interest, short-term financing that you can use to custom-build your home. Upon approval, the money is sent to the contractor in intervals as the construction work progresses.

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Approvals Cost Control Building Controls Building Materials 106

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 13, 2023

The core of SQUARE’s success is offering technically sound and cost-effective solutions that guarantee the most rewarding results. As a main contractor working in a fragmented industry, SQUARE faces significant challenges when it comes to quality and cost management. SQUARE Engineering firm was founded in 1992.

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Engineering Cost Control Quality Control Schedule Management 98

Wolgast Corporation

JUNE 28, 2022

The cost and availability of building materials can presently be described as highly unpredictable, so the pre-planning phase has become the key to Restaurant Construction more than ever before! These changes are recommended to the restaurant owner and their architect for review and approval. Design-build speeds up the process.

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Carpentry Building Materials Millwork Building Permits 127

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

Building a home or commercial space is a journey that starts with a vision and ends with a completed structure. Lets explore the key stages of turning a building concept into a completed structure and how a construction company plays a vital role at every step. But how does an idea on paper become a reality?

Building Code Compliance 52

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

By Drew Deatherage , ESS/RTPM The smart building market continues to grow, with expectations that it will be a $304.3 Yet once in operation, many building owners find these investments don’t live up to their promise. Instead, smart building sensors become one more burden to maintain. billion market by 2032, reports Market.US.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Toll Brothers is acting as managing member and development lead for the project, overseeing approvals, design, construction, and sales. Vista Pointe represents a rare opportunity to build a luxury waterfront community with outstanding amenities and unparalleled views of Manhattan.

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Real Estate Development Land Use Regulations Risk Management Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2023

If you are looking a Job Order Contracting Solution that is cost effective and maintains current local cost data, you are in the right place.

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Contracts Cost Control Project Management Building Controls 97

iField Smart

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Challenges with Obsolete Construction Document Management Tools: Version Control Issues: Outdated tools often struggle with maintaining accurate version histories, leading to confusion, rework, and potential errors. Version control ensures that everyone is working with the latest documents, reducing the risk of errors and delays.

Construction Management 105

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management Project Management 105

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Realistic, valid cost and technical requirement planning. The solution is to improve technical and cost transparency early in the planning phase and maintain communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle. Reach out to see how… Proven Cost Control Solution. Building/Site/Location Management.

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Sustainability Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 24, 2023

This month, we’re excited to release feature additions and enhancements to Autodesk Build across cost, project management, data, and more. Check out the latest updates for Autodesk Build. This means that teams can now control which asset category types are able to be viewed depending on role-based permissions.

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Schedule Management Change Management Approvals Project Management 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 30, 2023

61% of construction businesses reported that rising material and labour costs significantly impacted their financial viability. KPMG research also shows just 31% of projects come within 10% of the original budget, indicating that budget control is more crucial than ever in this uncertain economic climate.

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Cost Control Risk Management Change Management Project Management 52

Rapport3

JANUARY 30, 2025

Key reforms include: Easing restrictions on building in key areas to accelerate commercial and residential projects. Speeding up approval processes for significant developments and cutting delays hinder growth. It tracks approvals and keeps compliance records. This way, firms can stay ahead of quick planning changes.

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Infrastructure Development Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Project Management 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

The building journey goes beyond just construction schedules. Experience and track record Professional tiny home builders know specialised construction methods that go beyond regular home building. Their expertise covers unique building techniques, system planning, and tiny house requirements. Maximum height: 4.3m

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In the last 20 years, the number of buildings in the world that are at least 200 meters tall has increased by nearly 500%. Poor document management is detrimental to a project and can lead to delays, budget overruns , and rework. That being said, many companies struggle to maintain control over the massive amounts of project documents.

Construction Management 98

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Cost Control Project Management 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

This month, we have more than 25 product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products, including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, and Assemble. This feature ensures a level of standardization is maintained without losing control of the project.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Project Management Cost Control 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 24, 2023

This month, we have 20+ product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, BuildingConnected, ProEst, and BIM 360. This means that teams can now control which asset category types are able to be viewed depending on role-based permissions.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 28, 2022

A leading name in the country, it has developed a range of housing and urban projects, providing comprehensive solutions for real estate project development, construction, and the supply of building materials. To help fill this gap, Dat Xanh E&C has been building a smart ecosystem of Autodesk solutions.

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Collaboration Project Management Consulting Building Information Modeling (BIM) Real Estate Development 105

LetsBuild

JUNE 2, 2023

Expectedly, not all aspects of a project go according to plan; several setbacks usually affect your cost and timelines. They’re also shifting from design-bid-build to design-build, which helps to complete projects 102% faster. Note that 63% of projects fail due to poor communication.

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Project Management Construction Management Budgeting Schedule Management 98

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Asset monitoring solutions have become a game-changing tool, empowering construction firms to oversee and control their assets with precision. Such close monitoring ensures that projects progress as planned, leading to project completions and higher client approval rates.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Construction Equipment Construction Machinery Safety Regulations 52

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 16, 2020

The innovate and exclusive Collaborative LEAN Construction Software for the Enterprise or Single Organization offering all of these features. The innovate and exclusive Collaborative LEAN Construction Software for the Enterprise or Single Organization offering all of these features.

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Lean Construction Collaboration Building Information Modeling (BIM) Facility Management 75

iField Smart

JULY 7, 2024

This approach was plagued by: Delays and Bottlenecks: The physical movement of documents, waiting for approvals, and resolving discrepancies consumed significant time , pushing back project timelines, and leading to frustration among stakeholders.

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Project Management Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management 103

Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 19, 2024

When K-12 School Leaders do reach a point where their District’s need for improvements is beyond what their operating budget can cover, they need to organize a team of professionals to set them up for building success. Non-qualified projects do not require Treasury application and approval.

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Schedule Management Construction Management Project Management Budgeting 127

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

There are some reasons, like weather that are beyond your control, but most construction project delays can be avoided. Once the job is underway, having real-time access to data is critical to see how job progress is matching up with job costs. 6 reasons your construction projects are not being completed on time and how to avoid them.

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Project Management Change Management Cost Control Schedule Management 95

iField Smart

APRIL 18, 2024

Additionally, CAD tools lack the capability to manage complex As-Built documentation for version control, real-time updates, and collaboration features. Version control Tracking multiple versions of As-Built drawings leads to errors and confusion as updated versions are not accessible.

Project Management 102

Project Management Facility Management Construction Management Change Management 102

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 23, 2024

This month, we have 40+ product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud , including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, and Assemble. The link to the document(s) within the email will stay the same for access within Cost Management.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Products Distribution Project Management Change Management 105

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

LDCs don’t replace Building Regulations approval – you may need both to ensure your development is both lawfully permitted and safely constructed. Successful applications protect against enforcement action and enhance property value, while rejected applications can be appealed to the Planning Inspectorate within 12 months.

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Building Permits Safety Regulations Fire Protection Systems Site Planning 52