LetsBuild

JULY 7, 2023

We’ll explore how you can use ChatGPT in your construction company to improve communication, scheduling, document management, safety, and more. On-site, ChatGPT can clarify project requirements, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate schedules. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals 1.

Quality Control 52

Quality Control Schedule Management Site Planning Project Management 52

LetsBuild

JULY 7, 2023

We’ll explore how you can use ChatGPT in your construction company to improve communication, scheduling, document management, safety, and more. On-site, ChatGPT can clarify project requirements, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate schedules. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals 1.

Quality Control 52

Quality Control Schedule Management Site Planning Project Management 52

Jonas Construction

JULY 30, 2024

There’s lots of detailed planning before it starts and the risks are high – arguably even higher in auto racing due to the fatal risks for the driver. It should also be organized and readily available for review by stakeholders, including project managers (PMs), subcontractors, and employees.

Project Management 94

Project Management Schedule Management Construction Management Change Management 94

Wolgast Corporation

MAY 8, 2024

Your building department will include an architect, estimator, project manager, project supervisor, project assistant and promoter to complete the following Design-Build Construction phases. During the Preliminary Design Phase, he also does regulatory checks to make sure you can build what you want on your site.

Building Design 62

Building Design Schedule Management Warranty Project Management 62

LetsBuild

JUNE 2, 2023

The success of any construction project hinges on multiple factors, including budgeting and scheduling, which impact the project’s completion. Expectedly, not all aspects of a project go according to plan; several setbacks usually affect your cost and timelines. Note that 63% of projects fail due to poor communication.

Project Management 98

Project Management Construction Management Budgeting Schedule Management 98

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 26, 2023

Preconstruction Preconstruction planning is critical to any project. Joint site visits are also necessary prior to the contract award. Locally researched unit price cost data can be leveraged to detail labor type, time, and cost requirements, scheduling, and provide valid cost visibility. Are funds available?

Facility Management 89

Facility Management Public Works Procurement Schedule Management 89

Wolgast Corporation

APRIL 18, 2023

Known as the Design-Builder, the entity becomes the single-source that is responsible for designing, hiring subcontractors, coordinating the schedule and building the structure on the client’s behalf. At this time, he or she also does regulatory checks to make sure you can build what you want on your site.

Building Design 62

Building Design Building Permits Warranty Schedule Management 62

OmTrak

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Efficient coordination and detailed management are incredibly important at every stage of a construction project to save time, reduce errors, and bring projects across the finish line with finesse. Traditionally, managing building manuals across multiple sites results in massive piles of paperwork and a high risk of miscommunication.

Site Planning 79

Site Planning Project Management Risk Management Building Products Distribution 79

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2024

One of the major issues that any construction company faces is managing its resources for improved efficiency. Managing resources manually is a very hectic tasks and involves too much workforce. These are: Improved Project Planning and Scheduling ERP software helps create realistic project plans and schedules.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Schedule Management Risk Management Project Management 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 18, 2024

Project management plays an important role in cost control and profitability of construction companies since it influences the cash flow of the business. In this article, I have provided ten tips that are very easy to follow and that can have a big impact on the construction project’s cost-saving management.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Schedule Management Project Management Consulting 52

Building Radar

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Building a house is a significant investment that involves multiple steps, requiring careful planning and execution. It governs how professionals are compensated for their work and defines a clear structure of service phases, ensuring that each step of the construction process is planned, supervised, and carried out correctly.

Building Automation 52

Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing Building Design Project Management 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 15, 2024

Whether it’s for a commercial building, a residential complex, or a public facility, installing a lift requires careful planning and preparation to ensure smooth execution. Site Inspection and Preparation Once you’ve selected a contractor, schedule a site inspection to assess the feasibility of the lift installation.

Lifts 62

Lifts Building Code Compliance Quality Assurance Safety Regulations 62

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The Benefits of Construction Project Portfolio Management 1 kcichowicz Thu, 09/26/2024 - 09:45 In project-driven organizations, high performance means delivering the right projects, on time and on budget. Maximize project success with project portfolio management, project controls and project management, all in one platform.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Schedule Management Cost Control 52

In Eight

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Industry professionals have accepted the importance of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and accounting programs to run the financial side of their businesses. However, when managing capital construction projects in the field, the timeliness of information is paramount to making good decisions.

Project Management 52

Project Management Schedule Management Project Management Consulting Change Management 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2024

Orchestrating a complex construction plan with efficient cost-saving measures isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. Risk Management Strategies Construction isn’t without risks. Thus, selecting a contractor with strong risk management strategies ensures that uncertainties are well-addressed before getting to work.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Real Estate Development Property Management Project Management 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Traditional lenders might take too long to approve loans or deny them altogether. Who Are Contractors Contractors are often the first contact homeowners make when discussing renovation plans. Offering Flexible Payment Plans Some contractors might allow clients to pay for the work over time. We will tell you how exactly.

Approvals 52

Approvals Schedule Management Government Works Site Planning 52

In Eight

JUNE 15, 2023

With an average of only 2% of projects coming in on time, on budget and to the satisfaction of all stakeholders,1 more and more innovative contractors, owners and engineers are overcoming these challenges utilizing using an integrated construction project management platform. Minimized or removed resource constraints.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management Change Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 13, 2023

As a main contractor working in a fragmented industry, SQUARE faces significant challenges when it comes to quality and cost management. With dispersed teams managing multiple projects and working from several locations, SQUARE needed to reduce the time spent producing quality reports and managing payment schedules.

Engineering 98

Engineering Cost Control Quality Control Schedule Management 98

In Eight

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Many are using earned value management (EVM) , widely considered to be an industry standard for calculating and tracking project performance metrics, as their method of choice. EVM consists of a trio of variables: actual cost (AC), planned value (PV) and earned value (EV). AC is simply an ongoing tally of real costs.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Site Planning Cost Control Quality Control 52

Construction Daily News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

The Paradise Palms redevelopment project is generating significant attention in Cairns as plans unfold for a major transformation of the area. This ambitious $300 million initiative aims to create a vibrant mix of residential spaces, tourist attractions, and recreational facilities at the former golf course site.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Stakeholder Engagement Historic Preservation Site Planning 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

A Change Order represents the mutual consensus between the parties on a change to the work, the price, the schedule, or some other term of the contract.”. As such, a change order must be written out and approved by all parties, which can take time, money, and patience to complete. Key Takeaways. What Do Change Orders Typically Include?

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 96

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Schedule Management Project Management 96

Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

There is no shortage of moving parts on a construction site. However, many construction projects stall as workers wait around for important documents and approvals giving them the go-ahead to do their jobs. Poor deployment of resources – when communication is poor, scheduling and staffing becomes inefficient.

Schedule Management 72

Schedule Management Risk Management Site Planning Project Management 72

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2024

Septic tanks play a crucial role in managing wastewater for properties not connected to a centralised sewage system. This assessment helps determine the suitability of the site for a septic system and the appropriate design.

Piping Installation 62

Piping Installation Health Regulations Building Permits Safety Regulations 62

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2024

From initial planning to compliance with city regulations, plumbers are essential in building functional and reliable systems. Initial Assessment and Planning The first step in any large-scale renovation is a thorough assessment of the site. Plumbers play a critical role in this process.

Plumbing Systems 52

Plumbing Systems Building Code Compliance Piping Installation Plumbing 52

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

After acquiring the property, the developer must design and plan the project, considering factors such as building codes and zoning regulations, the intended use of the property, and the target market. They must also communicate their project and business plan effectively to potential investors and lenders.

Real Estate Development 83

Real Estate Development Land Use Regulations Environmental Impact Assessment Property Management 83

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 21, 2023

Missing a submittal could be a costly mistake, especially if it is not discovered until late in the project delaying the project schedule and increasing the overall budget. Approvals often take weeks, even months depending on the detail and accuracy of the submittals package. Why Use Software to Manage the Submittals Process?

Project Management Consulting 98

Project Management Consulting Project Management Change Management Approvals 98

iField Smart

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Closely connected, budget, schedule, and quality are considered the pillars to realize a winning construction project. After the costs and forecasts are long gone, asset managers or owners would consider construction quality to operate and maintain the structure. It costs 5 times as much to pull new clients as to manage existing ones.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

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

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

Education, key performance indicators, common terms and definitions, collaborative construction delivery methods, and current, objective, local market granular cost data as well as supporting technology can to be leveraged to enable significant cost savings via signifincant improvements in cost visibility, cost management, and productivity.

Estimating 89

Estimating Structural Systems Schedule Management Risk Management 89

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

However, budgets are limited, materials are expensive, design and construction schedules are constrained, and global supply chain logistics continue to apply pressure to projects. The greater the amount of customization to the system and the more constrained the project schedule, the greater the value design-assist can offer in reducing risk.

Wall Systems 93

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 93

Buildern

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

As a construction project management professional, you’ve probably searched for the best tool to systemize and automate estimating, bidding, scheduling, and communication processes. Indeed, construction project management requires careful consideration and implementation of the right tools to ensure a successful outcome.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Change Management Project Management Construction Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 30, 2023

Step 1: Tackle the root causes for cost overruns in construction projects In most cases, a project’s overrun results from inaccurate analysis or planning before the building even starts. Sometimes these could be incomplete or incorrect plans resulting in substandard work. Below are some of the most common cost overruns to mitigate.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Risk Management Change Management Project Management 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

Moreover, a new collaborative work management solution has been released by Elecosoft. “ Harvey tested OpenSpace by traversing project sites with a hard hat-mounted 360-degree camera and shooting images that were immediately attached to site plans. The cloud pins photos to the site plan.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Collaboration Fire Protection Systems Renewable Energy Systems 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

For this reason, it’s important to understand and implement cost management best practices. Conduct a proper site inspection, and don’t shy away from asking detailed questions before drawing up an estimate. Preconstruction budget planning. How preconstruction budget planning works. Iron out the scope.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Schedule Management Project Management Project Management Consulting 52

OmTrak

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

The aim is to ensure building manual information is accurate and complete prior to the issuing of an occupancy approval. While not as yet legislated it would be wise to consider these issues for your current and planned projects. The Model Guidance is in response to the Building Confidence Report, Recommendation 20.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Building Commissioning Building Performance Measurement Building Codes 52

OmTrak

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

The aim is to ensure building manual information is accurate and complete prior to the issuing of an occupancy approval. While not as yet legislated it would be wise to consider these issues for your current and planned projects. The Model Guidance is in response to the Building Confidence Report, Recommendation 20.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Building Commissioning Building Performance Measurement Building Codes 52

LetsBuild

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Managing costs, removing waste, and increasing productivity should be top priorities for organisations wanting to overcome rising costs due to construction inflation. Watch out for events that can impact the costs of labour, materials, and shipping to plan ahead instead of being surprised by rising prices.

Risk Management 98

Risk Management Building Materials Manufacturing Construction Management Schedule Management 98

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Contract Administrator notifies the Contractor of a Project, schedules a Joint Scope Meeting, and issues a Notice of Joint Scope Meeting. Owner reviews and approves/rejects Contractor’s proposal. Owner regularly inspects the site. Any required documentation and/or forms. Any associated subcontractor information.

General Contracting 82

General Contracting Change Management Approvals Schedule Management 82