Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

The building and fire codes require FRTW to be impregnated with chemicals. The specification summary section should include both, as interior and exterior FRTW can be used in many applications where noncombustible materials are required by building and fire codes. The building and fire codes contain prescriptive requirements for FRTW.

Fire Protection System Installation 98

Fire Protection System Installation Building Codes Building Materials Manufacturing Fire Protection Systems 98

OmTrak

APRIL 23, 2024

OmTrak building manuals represent a vital tool in the successful delivery and maintenance of such complex Data Centre projects. Understanding OmTrak Before delving into the intricacies of building manuals for Data Centre projects, it’s important to understand what OmTrak is.

Building Code Compliance 77

Building Code Compliance Facility Management Schedule Management Fire Protection Systems 77

Job Order Contracting

MAY 12, 2020

Document Management – Version control, inclusive of document check-in/check-out is a must for assuring everyone is working the right information at the right time. All of the above and more are exclusively available within the 4BT OpenBUILD (TM) suite of solutions. Change how you do business, starting today!

Estimating 66

Estimating Lean Construction Cost Control Quality Assurance 66

UK Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The post Legal Construction Considerations in Design-Build Contracts appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Design-build contracts have emerged as a popular project delivery method that streamlines the construction process by integrating design and construction into a single entity.

Building Design 64

Building Design Contracts Insurance Management Quality Control 64

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Concrete producers, contractors, engineers and specifiers must work together to assure quality concrete practices are followed when using air entrained concrete. air entrained concrete specifications should be clearly written and comply with Chapter 19 of ACI 318R-14 (Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete).

Quality Assurance 60

Quality Assurance Curing Quality Control Structural Systems 60

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 3, 2020

Consistent on-time, on-budget delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction projects is possible only when owners have the requisite levels of leadership and competency. Robust LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery tools and services are readily available.

Lean Construction 76

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Building Performance Measurement 76

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.

Wall Systems 104

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 104

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 6, 2021

Successful Construction Project Delivery, whether repair, renovation, maintenance, or new builds, can only be consistently achieved with a primary focus upon People… then Process, Information, and enabling Technology. A robust processes assures answers to the following questions are known. How is the change implemented?

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Facility Management Risk Management Change Management 52

Job Order Contracting

MAY 31, 2017

Based upon the type and location of the organization, the JOC Program Manager must assure that the JOC Program is in full compliance statues/regulations/laws pertaining to the acquisition and use of capital funds for a facility and/or physical infrastructure renovation, repair, maintenance, and/or minor new construction.

Contracts 40

Contracts Quality Assurance Project Management Consulting Property Management 40

Trekker Group

AUGUST 28, 2022

Procurement managers deal with complex supply chains, high-quality standards with a limited budget, and regulatory guideline compliance. Without effective construction procurement best practices, your procurement processes can be affected by delays, customer dissatisfaction, and issues in quality assurance.

Procurement 52

Procurement Building Automation Quality Assurance Risk Management 52

Specification Product Update

MAY 2, 2023

All our PAS 24 fire doors are third party Certifire approved by Warringtonfire, with a fire rating of 30 minutes, EI30, and as an additional benefit, the PAS 24 doorsets have also been successfully tested for both acoustic and smoke control.

Controls Manufacturing 52

Controls Manufacturing Quality Control Painting/finishing Quality Assurance 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 5, 2024

By Karine Galla Air and water-resistive barrier systems play a crucial role in the longevity and performance of commercial buildings, and safeguarding against issues such as excessive energy consumption and moisture-related damage. They promote drying because they allow vapor from inside the building to diffuse to the outside.

Building Code Compliance 59

Building Code Compliance HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 59

iField Smart

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Learn how new field processes and tech can be a significant driver to producing high-quality projects and winning more work. Closely connected, budget, schedule, and quality are considered the pillars to realize a winning construction project. Clients are truly satisfied if a building project generates a balance of the three factors.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Quality Control Inspection Schedule Management 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Well-designed metal ductwork is crucial for managing airflow and maintaining good indoor air quality in modern buildings. Supporting Components In addition to the main duct runs transferring air to diffusers, properly engineered systems include volume control dampers, turning vanes, access doors, support hangers, and insulation.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Steel Fabrication Quality Control 52

Natural Building

FEBRUARY 4, 2009

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life. Oil Dependency.

Green Building 49

Green Building Architecture Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems 49

Field Wire

JUNE 28, 2023

A key difference between the two is that submittals go into more detail and assure that contractors understand the design intent of the client and architects. Assume that a construction project involves building a new hospital. RFIs, on the other hand, are used to clarify, ask and determine the design intent of the project.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Schedule Management Project Management 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 27, 2019

Proper design, implementation of an OpenJOC Job Order Contracting Program ensures that the numerous repair, renovation, and minor new construction projects encountered by real property owners and facilities management teams are successfully completed within an approved budget.

Cost Control 40

Cost Control Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Change Management 40

Job Order Contracting

JULY 29, 2021

Design-Bid-Build. Traditional design-bid-build (DBB) delivery process with design, bidding, and construction in separate, sequential steps. Owner controls the design, which is completed under direct owner-A/E contract prior to construction. Design-Build. Owner has less control (vs. Do you know which they are?

Lean Construction 52

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Communication General Contracting 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The redesign also makes it easier to build a new environment that would reflect your brand. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the journey: Define Your Objectives: Identify proposed objectives and outcomes, and get approval in advance to ensure the specific redesign aims, values and costs.

Building Permits 52

Building Permits HVAC Systems Cost Control Quality Control 52

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 9, 2017

Data is certainly important, especially actionable detailed transparent and objective sourced information, shared among all participants (FM, contractor, AEs, building users…) at early stages and throughout end-of-life. Quality Control/Quality Assurance Plans. It is NOT solely a procurement method.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Contracts Lean Construction Procurement 40

Rapport3

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Features such as pre-population and auto-approval options are key to look out for, as this will save your architecture firm time and resources, as well as contributing to accurate data. Quality Assurance Quality assurance is an essential aspect to any project.

Project Management 52

Project Management Quality Assurance Schedule Management Site Planning 52

Rapport3

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Features such as pre-population and auto-approval options are key to look out for, as this will save your architecture firm time and resources, as well as contributing to accurate data. Quality Assurance Quality assurance is an essential aspect to any project.

Project Management 52

Project Management Quality Assurance Schedule Management Site Planning 52

LetsBuild

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Each expert has a crucial role, including approving design changes, guiding the contractor, etc. To that end, project managers and contractors must issue construction submittals to these experts for approval, review, or guidance. The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Project Management Steel Fabrication Construction Management 52

LetsBuild

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Each expert has a crucial role, including approving design changes, guiding the contractor, etc. To that end, project managers and contractors must issue construction submittals to these experts for approval, review, or guidance. The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Project Management Steel Fabrication Construction Management 52

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Even when people are inside, it is hard to block out intruding and distracting noises within the space people are in; noise coming from adjacent rooms, areas above or below, or from hallways; or even from outside the building. The purpose of the building determines what types of noise pollution creates “pain points” for occupants.

Building Performance Measurement 64

Building Performance Measurement Ceiling Systems Project Management Consulting Flooring Systems 64

LetsBuild

AUGUST 18, 2023

Each expert has a crucial role, including approving design changes, guiding the contractor, etc. To that end, project managers and contractors must issue construction submittals to these experts for approval, review, or guidance. The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Project Management Steel Fabrication Construction Management 52

Building Information Management

AUGUST 28, 2012

Allows more efficient and higher quality construction for owners of large facility infrastructure. Well-suited to facilities with security concerns and/or ongoing operations—ensuring that contractors are pre-approved to begin work. Little price control or up-front commitment. •No Assurance of quality contractors.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Contracts Quality Assurance Quality Control 40

Rapport3

JULY 14, 2021

The processes behind how the architectural industry works can be complex and long-winded, with multiple stages requiring precise and accurate workings and details from a range of employees, as well as approval from clients and involved parties. Add time and details on the go via the mobile app, or through our Outlook plug-in.

Project Management 52

Project Management Architecture Quality Assurance Change Management 52

Rapport3

JULY 14, 2021

The processes behind how the architectural industry works can be complex and long-winded, with multiple stages requiring precise and accurate workings and details from a range of employees, as well as approval from clients and involved parties. Add time and details on the go via the mobile app, or through our Outlook plug-in.

Project Management 52

Project Management Architecture Quality Assurance Change Management 52

iField Smart

MARCH 29, 2024

Verification of Compliance: As Built Drawing enable project stakeholders to verify that the constructed elements comply with the approved design plans, building codes, and regulatory requirements. They serve as a reference for quality assurance and regulatory compliance purposes.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Code Compliance Change Management Insurance Management 52

Fleis & VandenBrink

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Our construction engineers and Resident Project Representatives (RPRs) also build strong relationships with contractors as they view their construction work. Internal quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) reviews are completed at regular intervals throughout the design. Internal peer review.

Engineering 52

Engineering Cost Control Quality Control Quality Assurance 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

How to Get Your Construction Documents Under Control Once and For All. As a result, a shocking number of companies in the building industry have poor construction document control. While the solution is simple, it might not be necessarily easy: good construction document control. What is Construction Document Control?

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Building Controls Quality Control Change Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

How to Get Your Construction Documents Under Control Once and For All. As a result, a shocking number of companies in the building industry have poor construction document control. While the solution is simple, it might not be necessarily easy: good construction document control. What is Construction Document Control?

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Building Controls Quality Control Change Management 52

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 15, 2018

Additionally, traditional low bid/design-bid-build procurement produced low quality results. From these early beginnings, the multiple Army projects were piloted in the U.S. JOC contractors strive for: • Fast Delivery • High Quality • No Change Orders • No Warranty Hassles • Maximize budgets. and Linda T. JOC Process: –.

Contracts 40

Contracts Building Performance Measurement Procurement Quality Assurance 40

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 18, 2016

In addition to these responsibilities, the Owner logs in the job order request, validates the requirement, sets priorities, and obtain appropriate approvals. JOC contract can be used to accomplish renovation, repair, and maintenance of buildings, structures, or other real property. Requirements Review. Job Order Contracting.

Contracts 40

Contracts Quality Assurance Procurement General Contracting 40

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 12, 2021

At the Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) the author created an American Institute of Architects (AIA) approved continuing education unit (CEU) “Resilient Flooring & Materiality—Transparency, Product Service Life & Performance.” Is the goal to achieve certification from a green building rating system? •

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Building Resilience Flooring Systems Building Code Compliance 52

Building Information Management

JUNE 10, 2016

Implement a Project Prioritization Process – List and prioritize all infrastructure needs to assure projects are in concert with strategically planning initiatives. Assure projects are based upon organizational need versus funding. Staffing must be capable of contractor proposal review and core JOC administrative functions.

Contracts 40

Contracts Project Management Consulting Quality Assurance Cost Control 40