Commercial Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

I wouldn’t go so far as to call myself a control freak, but as a national general contractor, it’s part of the job description to be the one calling the shots and telling everyone what to do on a complex commercial construction project. One recent project we bid even had the pre-fabricated steel structure of a building as an OFI.

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Jonas Construction

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Last Updated on November 11, 2024 In today’s fast-paced construction industry, effective cost management is essential to protect profits and ensure project success. Rising material costs, labor shortages, and unpredictable project delays often result in costly overruns, putting project profitability at risk.

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iField Smart

JANUARY 21, 2025

Left unaddressed, these can transform into cost overruns, delays, and compromised security. Data breaks: Construction projects can create heaps of data including permits, blueprints, daily progress reports, and material inventories. Resource mismanagement: Construction resources like materials, equipment, and labor are expensive.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 27, 2022

Simply put, they’re a building made of all-steel frames and tarp covers or fabric material. They’re designed with lightweight materials, unlike permanent buildings that are normally composed of steel, bricks, lumber or other materials. However, they boast strong protection from weather elements and provide storage space. .

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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Challenges with Obsolete Construction Document Management Tools: Version Control Issues: Outdated tools often struggle with maintaining accurate version histories, leading to confusion, rework, and potential errors.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.

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iField Smart

AUGUST 12, 2024

Cost Savings: By streamlining workflows, reducing errors, and minimizing rework, construction drawing software can lead to significant cost savings throughout the project lifecycle. These savings can be reinvested in other areas, such as higher quality materials or additional features.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The post 7 Critical Steps to Renovating Your House in the Right Order appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Take Stock of Storage Walk through closets, cabinets, and storage spaces. Think about areas where additional storage could be added, like under the stairs or in unused corners. Are they enough for your needs?

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iField Smart

JULY 20, 2024

These archaic tools engender a myriad of challenges that can cripple project timelines, inflate costs, and compromise overall quality. Limited Real-Time Visibility and Control: Legacy tools lack the ability to provide project managers with up-to-the-minute insights into project progress.

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iField Smart

JULY 29, 2024

Today, it serves as a comprehensive platform that encompasses the entire lifecycle of project documentation, from creation and distribution to revision control, collaboration, and archiving. Version control ensures that everyone is working with the latest revisions, preventing costly errors and rework.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 6, 2023

Less than 25% of stolen construction materials are returned to the company. With cloud-based TVL security cameras , your security staff can access cloud-based control centers and mobile applications that can view security data from anywhere. Are you ready to equip your construction site with top-tier security solutions? Going Keyless.

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Rapport3

JANUARY 16, 2025

This blog explores how AEC firms can choose the right project management tool, ensuring it aligns with their unique challenges and goals. Financial Tracking: Manage budgets, monitor costs, and analyse profitability. On-Premises Tools: Provide greater control over data but involve higher upfront costs and ongoing maintenance.

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iField Smart

APRIL 2, 2024

The Role of As-Built Drawings in Quality Assurance and Quality Control As-built drawings are accurate and exhaustive construction documents that portray the final state of construction. This leads to greater quality assurance and control for construction projects.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Although waterproofing systems account for a small fraction of the cost of an overall building project, if the wrong solution is chosen or it’s installed improperly, the costs of remediation can be tremendous. . Low material costs and ease of application are two advantages of waterproof concrete. BE0168 Preprufe Blog #10.

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UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 6, 2024

The post Convert Storage into Homes : Innovative Uses of Shipping Containers appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In the UK, inventive individuals are repurposing shipping containers to create affordable, eco-friendly living quarters, rather than just using them as storage. Containers are also suitable for building saunas.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 2, 2024

The post The Ultimate Checklist for a Smooth Bathroom Renovation appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Decide on key elements like storage, fixtures, and overall look. Budget Wisely: Create a budget covering everything: materials, labor, permits, and a buffer for surprises. Proper planning and expert execution are crucial.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Although waterproofing systems account for a small fraction of the cost of an overall building project, if the wrong solution is chosen or it’s installed improperly, the costs of remediation can be tremendous. . Low material costs and ease of application are two advantages of waterproof concrete. BE0168 Preprufe Blog #10.

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Jonas Construction

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Challenges like cost overruns, acquiring skilled staff , and knowing where your job costs are at have generally been expected in the last few years. In this blog: What is the Construction Market Outlook for 2024? In this blog: What is the Construction Market Outlook for 2024? In the U.S.,

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Consider this: searching for documents consumes around 35% of all construction professionals’ time , and research shows that non-optimal activities like this cost the construction industry over $175 billion in labor expenses annually. Fortunately, there are several tools that can help with document control. Advanced search .

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 26, 2024

appeared first on UK Construction Blog. If you have ever been to cold storages, warehouses or industrial factories, you must have seen transparent curtains that hang from the doors and act as a barrier, preventing the unwanted entry and exit of elements and noise. The post How Effective Are PVC Strip Curtains?

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 1, 2024

The post 5 Eco-Friendly Options for Your Home appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Sustainable Materials and Insulation When looking at eco friendly options for your home sustainable building materials and natural insulation are key. Recycled steel is another sustainable option, no need to mine new materials.

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UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 28, 2025

The post Sustainable Homes: The UKs Latest Green Energy Trends appeared first on UK Construction Blog. With rising costs and the UK governments push to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 , households are turning to green solutions. Youll benefit from fewer upfront costs, such as for panel installation.

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iField Smart

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Construction daily reports (CDRs) and construction daily progress reports are essential tools for maintaining project transparency, efficiency, and control. Cloud-based storage ensures that project information is readily available and easily searchable, facilitating efficient project management and informed decision-making.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 5, 2023

To help you out with high-stake construction projects in high-traffic areas, it’s recommended that you work with an experienced and reputable traffic control company. A traffic management plan is vital for your construction site, and your chosen traffic control company can provide you with a customized traffic management plan.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 24, 2021

Increasing costs and falling demand for new construction projects have been putting contractors on the back foot. . Construction firms should invest a great deal in improving their processes to help reduce project costs. Transporting cement, gravel, and other materials across the construction site demands a reliable system.

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Digital Construction Works

JULY 27, 2020

Special Blog Series: Great Ideas from the DCW Labs Part 2 of 4 Author: Steven DeVoll, M.Eng., Today, DCW’s senior data scientist Steven DeVoll discusses the importance of construction project cost analytics in successful projects. Accordingly, monitoring costs is extremely important to ensure project success.

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UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 29, 2025

The post Construction Budget Templates: A Complete Guide to Project Cost Planning [2025] appeared first on UK Construction Blog. A construction budget template serves as your financial compass, providing a structured framework to plan, track and monitor all project costs effectively.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The post Why Every Major Construction Project Needs a Marquee Installed appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Whether youre looking to shield workers from the elements, create a temporary storage space, or set up a meeting area, a marquee can serve multiple functions.

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UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 30, 2023

appeared first on UK Construction Blog. It’s a powerful tool that can make the manufacturing process faster and more efficient, not to mention that it saves a great deal of operational costs for companies. CNC machines are computer-controlled machines which boast accuracy and high precision.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Builders must navigate rising material costs, unpredictable weather, and tight regulations while keeping projects on track. In this blog, we will share some of the most common construction challenges and practical ways to tackle them, keeping your project on schedule and within budget. The good news?

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GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Top tips for reducing warehouse maintenance costs. Taking proactive steps at addressing maintenance issues can help keep the site operating at full capacity, avoid production delays, protect product inventory, reduce operating costs and minimize accidents. . When choosing materials, keep maintenance costs in mind.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Smart Storage Solutions Image Source Efficient use of space is highly valued, and bathrooms equipped with innovative storage solutions can significantly enhance a propertys appeal. 4-High Quality Materials and Finishes The use of quality materials and finishes enhances a bathroom’s aesthetic appeal and durability.

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ProcurementExpress.com

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Different projects require specific materials and often involve working with several subcontractors. The consulting group reported that the industry needs to adopt automation, digital technologies, and embrace new materials if they want to succeed in a changing industry landscape. What will you need in terms of labor or materials?

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Buildern

JANUARY 15, 2025

Tracking construction costs is a crucial aspect for builders. With increasing prices for materials, shortages of workers, and unexpected delays expenses can quickly add up; therefore, practical steps should be taken to keep them in check. The costs can vary based on the scope of the work, location, and project needs.

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iField Smart

DECEMBER 26, 2023

These tools offer a centralized platform for project planning, communication, document management, resource allocation, and cost control. Project management tools offer document management features, ensuring easy access, version control, and secure storage of project-related documents.

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iField Smart

DECEMBER 26, 2023

These tools offer a centralized platform for project planning, communication, document management, resource allocation, and cost control. Project management tools offer document management features, ensuring easy access, version control, and secure storage of project-related documents.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 1, 2024

The post A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right Power Tool for Your DIY Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. From understanding the different types of power tools to tips for storage and maintenance, this article ensures you’re well-equipped to make informed decisions.

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Natural Building

APRIL 20, 2021

Construction of “The Hub” was funded by the Department of Energy and Climate Change and was constructed using local materials, which as far as possible were natural and/or recycled (whilst complying with stringent building control requirements). Low-impact construction is by its very nature, organic and low-cost.

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