UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

How to Choose the Right Home Improvement for Your Budget & Needs appeared first on UK Construction Blog. For many UK homeowners, this decision represents a significant crossroads that impacts not just your living space but also your budget, lifestyle, and property value. The post Renovate or Extend? You’re not alone.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 19, 2025

Key features such as job costing, WIP reporting, and retainage management ensure financial control throughout the project. Job costing functionality is the life-blood of any construction accounting system. It should let contractors assign costs to specific job codes and match them against estimates.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 24, 2023

Named the EchoWater Project , the immense upgrade was completed in spring 2023—on schedule and under budget. About the EchoWater Project The EchoWater Project began in 2010 when the Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board issued new treatment requirements in Regional San’s wastewater discharge permit.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The organization expects to save approximately 20% in rehabilitative construction costs. The team also used artificial intelligence to automate and digitize the generation of characteristics and locations of highway assets, saving significant time and cost while providing more accurate results. Winners will be announced on Oct.

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iField Smart

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Reduced Productivity and Increased Costs: Manual processes are time-consuming and resource-intensive. This inefficiency leads to increased labor costs and project delays, negatively impacting the bottom line. Choosing the right software involves considering project requirements, budget, and features.

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iField Smart

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Predictive Analytics: Forecast delays, costs, and safety issues. What is the typical cost? Reputable providers use encryption, access controls, and regular backups. Daily logs, weekly summaries, cost reports, safety reports, etc. Data Validation: Identify errors and inconsistencies. How is my data secured?

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

Manufacturing building components in a controlled environment results in enhanced quality control, cost savings, a schedule that is less adversely affected by weather conditions, minimized onsite waste, and the ability to schedule and sequence fabrication and delivery.

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iField Smart

JANUARY 8, 2025

Reading Time: 2 minutes In an industry as quick as construction, cost management is everything. Rising material costs, labour shortages plus complex projects mean we need to be smarter with our budgets without compromising on quality. Simplify stakeholder collaboration to ensure transparency and alignment on budgets.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Unplanned cost spikes can feel like a wrench being thrown into the gears of a well-oiled machine. And while it may seem paradoxical to prepare for the unexpected, it's totally possible to gear up for cost and schedule changes effectively. Promoting transparency to aid decision making Unexpected costs can be just that—unexpected.

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Building Radar

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Grasping the burden rate in construction is also vital for accurate budgeting. Implementing key strategies for maintaining financial control in construction projects ensures that projects stay on track financially. Understanding what an assistant construction manager does can enhance team efficiency and cost management.

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LetsBuild

JUNE 2, 2023

The success of any construction project hinges on multiple factors, including budgeting and scheduling, which impact the project’s completion. In fact, most contractors usually add a 10% margin error into their budgets and timelines as a contingency.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 19, 2025

Job costing functionality is the life-blood of any construction accounting system. It should let contractors assign costs to specific job codes and match them against estimates. Contractors can track costs, check profitability, and watch their business finances immediately. They connect planned spending with ground costs.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 7, 2025

Granular Local Market Cost Data is Essential for Cost Visibility & Management (Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, & New Builds) Using current, verifiable, and detailed local cost dat a instead of national averages with adjustment factors ensures: Cost transparency All labor, material, and equipment costs are broken down and verifiable.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 15, 2025

The new Sherwin-Williams research report, Construction Insights, reveals the most pressing challenges facing leaders in advanced manufacturing construction, including widespread project delays, budget pressures and jobsite safety concerns. This signals that construction decision-makers prioritize coating performance over cost savings alone.

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Rabbet

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

What Are “Soft Costs” in Construction? When planning a construction project, understanding the full scope of costs is crucial for accurate budgeting and project management. Real estate professionals in development and construction lending are impacted by cost and budgeting issues. What are hard costs?

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iField Smart

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Cost Control and Savings: By minimizing delays, optimizing resource utilization, and preventing budget overruns, modern software translates to substantial cost savings. Furthermore, AI can generate alternative schedules, assessing the impact of various “what-if” scenarios on project timelines and costs.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The role of an Assistant Construction Manager is crucial in ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications. This ensures that projects are completed efficiently, reducing costs and enhancing profitability. Skills Required for an Assistant Construction Manager 1.

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Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

From financial overruns to project delays, unexpected risks can impact budgets, timelines, and overall project success. When GCs participate in the planning and design phases, they can identify constructability issues, optimize designs, and establish realistic budgets and timelines.

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The Pro Builder

JANUARY 2, 2024

But customized designs, even with prefab components, can end up extending the schedule and increasing the budget. The panels form thermal-bridge-free envelopes that are predictable in cost, delivery, and performance, B.PUBLIC says. The airtight panels achieve an R-35 or R-52 value. B.PUBLIC doesn’t create modular units.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Owners building complex industrial projects face a wide range of risks in delivering their projects as quickly and as cost-effectively as possible. Costs: As the scope is likely to evolve and change across the design and construction phases, EPCM projects can expect additional engineering costs as work progresses.

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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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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 18, 2022

With rising material costs in construction, purchase orders are a great way to control costs… IF you can track your budget!

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Buildern

APRIL 20, 2025

Both are well-known platforms promising to simplify estimating, scheduling, collaboration, and financial control. If youve been comparing Buildertrend and Procore, unsure which one can really support your day-to-day operations without added friction or unnecessary costs, this guide is for you. But the reality?

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) is highly complex and represents a significant cost burden on utility operations and maintenance (O&M) budgets. Traditionally, UVM follows fixed maintenance schedules—typically ranging from 2 to 5 years—and involves high budgets, often leading to inefficiencies and increased costs.

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Rabbet

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

There are many different types of contracts , but two of the most common are cost-plus and guaranteed maximum price. Cost-Plus Contracts A cost-plus contract is an agreement where the owner pays the contractor for all actual costs incurred (materials, labor, equipment) plus an agreed-upon fee or percentage for profit and overhead.

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iField Smart

JANUARY 6, 2025

Although this is the case, quality control is one of the most common pain points in the industry. As such there is a need for proper quality control mechanisms to be put in place otherwise construction projects are likely to be non compliant in most design aspects and this will result in: Damage to safety features of the structure.

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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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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%

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 8, 2024

This translates to increased public safety as well as reduced maintenance and power costs. As a project manager, he is the main point of contact and handles task scoping, assigning team members to various projects, managing project schedules, budgets, and quality control.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

million per year in operating costs, and further reduce WSSC Water’s greenhouse gas emissions. This project is truly groundbreaking, utilizing the thermal hydrolysis technology to reduce costs and increase efficiency and sustainability,” said Matt Cooke, president and CEO at PC Construction. “I Learn more about THP at Stantec.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

For contractors, an accurate MEP cost reduction is vital to avoid budget overruns, secure competitive bids, and ensure smooth project execution. However, because MEP systems involve intricate design considerations and fluctuating material costs, miscalculations can result in costly rework and project delays.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 28, 2023

a global leader in construction capital project management software, has announced new innovations that further realize its strategy of connecting 16 essential project controls business processes on a single, integrated platform. InEight Inc.,

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

This integration minimizes risks, optimizes costs, and enhances project efficiency. This eliminates the common disputes that arise between architects and contractors in traditional models, where design feasibility conflicts can delay progress and inflate costs.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 14, 2025

A leader with strong management expertise ensures that teams are aligned, budgets are controlled, and risks are mitigated. Budget Control Projects often derail due to poor financial planning. Skilled managers keep tight controls on spending, ensuring no surprises hit down the line.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The post How Sustainable Masonry Can Reduce Long-Term Construction Costs appeared first on UK Construction Blog. With rising material costs, environmental concerns, and increasing regulations, contractors and developers are searching for ways to build cost-effective yet durable structures.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

How can construction companies maintain healthy cash flow while minimizing overhead costs in today’s dynamic industry? This challenge is crucial for long-term success, as firms navigate unique financial hurdles such as project-based budgeting, delayed payments, and fluctuating material costs.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 7, 2024

Financial Management Issues Budget Overruns : There have been instances where projects managed by GSA PBS exceeded their budget estimates, leading to increased costs and financial inefficiencies. GSA PBS continues to faces challenges with the management of JOC Programs and cost control.

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