Construction Specifier

JUNE 25, 2024

and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.

Fire Protection System Installation 59

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Building Codes 59

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

A credible construction cost estimate is required prior to engaging in procurement. The follow elements are common to a credible construction cost estimate. Credible Cost Estimate Core Elements #1 Objectivity – The information used and those invovled in the creation of the construction cost estimate must be objective.

Estimating 88

Estimating Structural Systems Schedule Management Risk Management 88

CCR Magazine

JUNE 12, 2024

The Role of Construction in Sustainable Development Eco-Friendly Materials: Choosing the right material is a crucial element in the concept of green building. They act both as environmentally friendly solutions and as additions to the construction that will improve the appearance of a building as well as functionality.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment 52

CivilJungle

MAY 28, 2021

Definition of Construction. Construction is the methodology of developing a building or infrastructure. What is Building Construction? Building development is the methodology of addition of structure to property. Building development is the methodology of addition of structure to property. Building Permits.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Building Permits Project Management Consulting 52

CivilJungle

MARCH 4, 2022

What Is Estimation of Residential Building? Estimation of a residential building is basically a “ Bottoms Up” or “Prime Cost” which performed an analysis in detail and finally produce a product. Estimation of residential building executes various types of works and their expenses in a chart.

Estimating 52

Estimating Building Performance Measurement Painting/finishing Flooring Systems 52

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 14, 2018

One of the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association’s (NRMCA) goals is to advance the industry away from prescriptive specifications into more versatile performance specifications†. But first, let's look at the difference between prescriptive specifications and performance specifications, as they pertain to concrete. May 14, 2018.

Building Performance Measurement 60

Building Performance Measurement Property Management Quality Control Facility Management 60

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The J OCPB (JOC Price Book: reflects the current local costs in detail for construction tasks expected to be performed in the geographical area of the base contract with the primary use of developing a detailed line-item price. Most Army and DoD JOC Program specify “RS Means” cost data. 5117.9001 Definitions.

Contracts 91

Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 91

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 21, 2023

While it's not a given that another economic slump is on the horizon, you should still implement proactive measures to recession-proof your business. In this article, we'll unpack the essentials of building resilience in the construction sector. Here are some of the ways construction technology helps teams achieve better cost control.

Building Resilience 40

Building Resilience Cost Control Building Performance Measurement Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 3, 2020

This includes granular articulation of roles, responsibilities, costs, and schedules as well as physical and functional outcomes. Key performance indicators, KPIs, are used to define success for all. Project definition of the Scope of Work is critical. This is an environment within with risks and rewards are shared.

Lean Construction 60

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Building Performance Measurement 60

Roads Online

MAY 16, 2024

W hy do construction projects often exceed cost and time targets? Inefficient delivery increases costs and timeframes. Mooven’s technological portfolio can provide a service that enables both government and public contractors to better measure important factors around their worksites. Why should we care about this?

Public Works 93

Public Works Government Works Infrastructure Development Project Management 93

Building Information Management

JULY 21, 2016

The fundamental problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy is found within the following quotation “digital technology is changing the way we plan, build, maintain and use our social and economic infrastructure.”(Source: ”(Source: 2015, Level 3 Building Information Modelling – Strategic Plan, HM Government).

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 58

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Infrastructure Development Building Performance Measurement 58

Building Information Management

JULY 21, 2016

The fundamental problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy is found within the following quotation “digital technology is changing the way we plan, build, maintain and use our social and economic infrastructure.”(Source: ”(Source: 2015, Level 3 Building Information Modelling – Strategic Plan, HM Government).

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 58

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Infrastructure Development Building Performance Measurement 58

In Eight

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Using simulators controlled by a network of digital computers, NASA was able to simulate live critical mission situations, assisting in a successful emergency rescue plan when a crucial oxygen tank explosion occurred. Construction – Where does the project build up to? Consider some of the following concepts.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Government Works Site Planning Renewable Energy Systems 52

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

Revamp talent recruitment and development with a focus upon building collaboration, leadership, and overall life-cycle management competencies. Use hard and soft key performance indicators (KPIs) and alternative metrics. Management is only possible with measurement. Leverage common terms, definitions, and data architectures.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement Collaboration 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 3, 2021

It’s safe to say that cost overruns in construction projects have become an industry-wide status quo. To know how to address cost overruns in construction projects, it’s important to understand the root of the problem. How Proper Planning Can Help Keep Your Project on Budget. Inaccurate Project Estimates.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Change Management Site Planning Budgeting 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2024

Plumbing Inspection Basics House size affects your plumbing system complexity and inspection cost. The inspector also tests your water pressure and drain performance. A high-definition camera is fed through your pipes giving real-time imagery of potential issues like breaks. Regular maintenance helps to spot the build-up early.

Plumbing 52

Plumbing Piping Installation Plumbing Systems Inspection 52

Buildern

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Hard hats, heavy machinery, and building materials may come to mind. trillion , among which residential and non-residential buildings have the largest share. Estimators present their forecasts to customers along with recommendations on how project costs can be reduced without compromising the quality of work. billion by 2029.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation Structural Systems Building Code Compliance Piping Installation 52

Building Information Management

JULY 25, 2016

Real Property Owners, Contractors, Architects, and Engineers are under tremendous pressure to innovate, accelerate project delivery times, and minimize costs. Also, all parties must implement methods to improve the customer experience of building users. Many AEC organizations find these objectives difficult to achieve.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Building Performance Measurement Lean Construction 40

Building Information Management

JULY 25, 2016

Real Property Owners, Contractors, Architects, and Engineers are under tremendous pressure to innovate, accelerate project delivery times, and minimize costs. Also, all parties must implement methods to improve the customer experience of building users. Many AEC organizations find these objectives difficult to achieve.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Building Performance Measurement Lean Construction 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 7, 2022

During construction, specifics are everything and failure to communicate specifically could create massive change orders, cost overruns and schedule delays, which can negatively impact your bottom line. As a rule of thumb, specifications will usually never over-explain how to build. What Are Construction Specifications?

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement General Contracting Project Management Building Design 52

Building Information Management

JUNE 16, 2016

Facilities operations involving multiple sites and building types/ages can be efficiently managed with the right mix of global oversight and local execution as well as consistent application of LEAN best management practices. Significant reductions in costs can also be achieved, in the range of 15% to 50%.

Maintenance 40

Maintenance Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Sustainability 40

Jonas Construction

OCTOBER 7, 2021

They have timelines that are measured in years, and this leaves much room for error. This, in turn, can help make the entire organization more cost-efficient and, best of all, predictable. To maximize benefits and minimize costs, having a clear objective is important. Construction projects are one-of-a-kind, lengthy and complex.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management 52

Job Order Contracting

MAY 25, 2017

agreement : a fully executed (signed by appropriate parties) between the demand organization and the provider of services or products that clearly describes requirements in sufficient detail, including conditions, costs, resources required, desired outputs, and associated workflows. workplace: physical location where work is performed.

Facility Management 40

Facility Management Property Management Building Performance Measurement Construction Management 40

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

Common data environment (glossary of terms and definitions, locally researched detailed unit price cost data). Performance-centric reward system. Lower project related cost growth. Projects completed at or under budgeted cost. Reduced project related cost growth per change order. Shared boundaries.

Collaboration 89

Collaboration Project Management Consulting Project Management Construction Management 89

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 30, 2021

Mercury is a European contractor that builds and manages complex engineering projects that reimagine how people work and live in the built environment. Pushing to go beyond their duty means Mercury turns clients into partners and builds strong relationships that thrive. The road to standardisation.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Engineering Project Management Quality Control 52

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Often just considered 3D design, building information modeling (BIM) also acts as a collaborative work platform. The asset information model is a maintained information model used to manage, control, and operate a respective asset. The CIC BIM Protocol is a contract document for use with any standard building contract.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 75

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Environmental Impact Assessment Collaboration Project Management 75

Building Information Management

JUNE 3, 2016

Partnering and collaboration must be a key performance metric by which real property owners and facility management professionals are measured. Common Terms, Definitions, and Data Architectures. Nor is excessive management and control the path to success. Performance-based Reward System. Shared Risk / Reward.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Collaboration Lean Construction Property Management 40

Building Information Management

JUNE 29, 2016

Building RELATIONSHIPS. Team leadership, without excessive management and control is the primary mission of any real property owner. Real property owners are ultimately the stewards of the build environment, and therefore must be capable of leadership. They must COLLABORATE with the building users, services providers (ie.

Facility Management 58

Facility Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Information Modeling (BIM) Lean Construction 58

Work Gearz

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Industries involved in the electronic component or pharmaceuticals handling, processing, and manufacturing are prone to the constant risk of static current build-up. It is the reason why static dissipation is a compulsory safety feature in footwear for people working in industries where static current build-up is a prevalent issue. .

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 76

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Controls Manufacturing 76

CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

It is a responsibility of Transportation Engineer to plan, design, build and operate the whole Transportation system in an effective manner for the safe and efficient movement of the traffic. Transport engineers evaluate to identify the causes of the accidents and reduce the accidents by taking appropriate measures. Short Note.

Engineering 52

Engineering Environmental Impact Assessment Wall Systems Infrastructure Development 52

Building Information Management

OCTOBER 26, 2015

The Need for Credible Construction Cost Estimates. Education, key performance indicators, common terms and definitions, LEAN collaborative construction delivery methods and supporting technology can to be leveraged to enable significant productivity and quality improvement. Basic Characteristics of Credible Cost Estimates.

Property Management 45

Property Management Estimating Construction Management Structural Systems 45

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.

Quality Assurance 62

Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Code Compliance Cost Control 62

CivilJungle

APRIL 5, 2021

Slabs are structural elements manufactured from concrete constructed to produce flat surfaces, usually horizontal, in building floors, roofs, bridges. Flat slabs are utilized in parking decks, commercial buildings, hotels. Utilized in developing floors of a multi-storeyed building. What Is a Slab? Advantages of Flat Slab .

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Concrete Pouring Fire Protection System Installation Flooring Systems 52

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2016

Continuous monitoring – use of key performance indicators, KPIs. Common terms, definitions, and data architectures. On-demand, On-time, On-budget performance. Flexibility without excessive management and control. Trust but measure. Performance metrics are REQUIRED. Performance metrics are REQUIRED.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance 40

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2016

Continuous monitoring – use of key performance indicators, KPIs. Common terms, definitions, and data architectures. On-demand, On-time, On-budget performance. Flexibility without excessive management and control. Trust but measure. Performance metrics are REQUIRED. Performance metrics are REQUIRED.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance 40

CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Bitumen road construction consists of different phases that are addressed, such as base course planning , bituminous coat application, bituminous mix placement, rolling and quality control, etc. In a hot mixing plant with the necessary power, the premix is prepared with the desired quality control. kg per 10 sq.m

Concrete Pouring 52

Concrete Pouring Painting/finishing Ceiling Systems Building Materials 52

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Work below a $2k-$5k threshold should not be included in the analysis as this level may not be cost effective and/or may be best accomplish by in-house staff or alternative methods. Separate coefficients may be require for work during normal hours, or after hours, and or for specific types of buildings and/or for secure areas.

Contracts 40

Contracts Quality Assurance General Contracting Quality Control 40