iField Smart

JULY 29, 2024

The construction industry, with its intricate network of stakeholders, constant flow of information, and mountain of documentation, has traditionally been slow to adopt technological advancements. At its core, Construction Document Management Software acts as a centralized hub where all project-related files are stored and organized.

Construction Management 105

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Cost Control Risk Management 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 18, 2024

PEX: State-of-the-Art for Potable Water; Historical Overview of Discontinued PB Piping Materials Also Examined IRVING, Texas – A new technical document that addresses the critical differences between crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing systems with polybutylene (PB) systems has been published by the Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc.

Plumbing Systems 130

Plumbing Systems Plumbing Piping Installation Wall Systems 130

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The post Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways Construction defects commonly stem from design deficiencies, poor workmanship, substandard materials and inadequate quality control, potentially reducing property values by up to 25%.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 3, 2022

Construction documents help keep your projects organized and guide the construction process from start to finish. Having access to these construction documents puts information into the hands of the right people at the right time, so decisions can be made quickly and action can be taken to finish projects on time and within scope. .

Schedule Management 98

Schedule Management Building Permits General Contracting Project Management 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Projects of all sizes face an overwhelming amount of construction documentation. Still, without good digital systems in place, the task of managing all those documents can get very overwhelming and chaotic. . Fortunately, there are several tools that can help with document control. The list goes on and on. .

Project Management 97

Project Management HVAC Systems Construction Management Structural Systems 97

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

From the bidding wars and trade secrets down to client confidentiality, document redaction has become a necessary tool in this industry. Construction firms, contractors, and project managers should ensure that proprietary information is well-guarded before the documents are shared, whether internally or outside.

Project Management Consulting 40

Project Management Consulting Building Automation Real Estate Development Government Works 40

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

Building on straightforward material testing and proven project successes, the industry is making significant strides toward developing accountable language and precise definitions that can be universally specified to address concrete floor challenges. Photo courtesy Bennett Build What is polished concrete, exactly?

Concrete Pouring 105

Concrete Pouring Building Performance Measurement Flooring Systems Painting/finishing 105

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. Summary of both stays at the defined level, and the contingencies are under Client control, not contractors. EPCM Risks: Is Faster Always Better?

Project Management Consulting 246

Project Management Consulting Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 246

Rabbet

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

This fee structure provides complete transparency as the contractor must document and justify all expenses. 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.

Contracts 52

Contracts Real Estate Development Cost Control Quality Control 52

UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

The post Key Services Offered by Assent Building Control appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Assent Building Control provides various services to ensure construction projects comply with regulations and run smoothly. Each service is crucial in maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency in building projects.

Building Controls 59

Building Controls Fire Protection System Installation Building Code Compliance Safety Regulations 59

Practical Law Construction

JUNE 8, 2022

The government’s 2020 Construction Playbook confirms that they should be used “unless there are compelling reasons not to” Standard form PBA documentation has been readily available for many years for example, NEC (Y(UK)1) , PPC 2000 and (of course) JCT. What’s changed? The basic tenets remain the same.

General Contracting 97

General Contracting Contracts Government Works Building Standards 97

iField Smart

JANUARY 21, 2025

Safety issues and compliance: Ensuring safety of workers and complying with safety standards are non-negotiable. Document management: Large document volumes created through a construction project are unmanageable. Document management: Large document volumes created through a construction project are unmanageable.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 52

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.

Quality Assurance 59

Quality Assurance Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Quality Control Cost Control 59

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

Applications require comprehensive documentation including detailed plans, photographs and supporting evidence, with fees ranging from 103-206 for residential projects. LDCs don’t replace Building Regulations approval – you may need both to ensure your development is both lawfully permitted and safely constructed.

Building Permits 52

Building Permits Safety Regulations Fire Protection Systems Site Planning 52

The Pro Builder

JULY 3, 2023

How to Build Healthy Homes That Protect Homebuyers From Radon ibush Mon, 07/03/2023 - 17:25 Consider a relatively simple and inexpensive passive mitigation system to vent radon—a radioactive, odorless, invisible gas—and deliver a truly healthy home Andrew Shipp A silent poison, a fatal gas, an invisible killer. In fact, according to the U.S.

Piping Installation 228

Piping Installation Foundation Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 228

In Eight

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Document control takes many shapes and forms. In InEights years of providing purpose-build capital construction solutions, organizations constantly find new and exciting ways to shape our tools to better fit their needs. View the E-Book The post 3 Tips: Driving Value With Document Control appeared first on InEight.

Building Controls 52

Building Controls Building Standards 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

Protecting your commercial building goes beyond locking the doors. Security Alarm Systems Security alarm systems serve as your building’s first line of defense against unauthorized entry. When triggered, they alert security teams, building management, and sometimes local law enforcement.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Building Controls Quality Control Property Management 52

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 95

Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Code Compliance Cost Control 95

iField Smart

APRIL 30, 2024

Revolutionizing Construction Field Inspection with Advanced Software Solutions Construction projects are complex and demand adherence, coordination, and precision to required construction standards. Top 10 challenges for building inspectors, project managers, and quality control managers with legacy field inspection techniques.

Inspection 104

Inspection Building Code Compliance Quality Assurance Building Automation 104

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

BIM vs. Digital Twins: The Next Step in Evolution We’ve likely all worked with Building Information Modeling (BIM), but digital twins take things to a whole new level. Building Management Systems (BMS): Providing information on HVAC, lighting, and other building systems.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 182

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Foundation Systems Change Management Project Management 182

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

The starting price sits at AUD 80,000, and choosing the right builder needs careful thought to meet quality standards and regulations. The building journey goes beyond just construction schedules. Experience and track record Professional tiny home builders know specialised construction methods that go beyond regular home building.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Building Code Compliance Plumbing Systems Fire Protection Systems 52

iField Smart

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Document control and risk management are two essential aspects of any architectural project, and their importance cannot be overstated. Architects are responsible for designing buildings and structures that are safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Building Controls Quality Control Building Products Distribution 52

iField Smart

MAY 28, 2024

This is where As-Built drawings and documentation step in, serving as crucial records of the final constructed environment. The Challenge of As-Built Documentation: Historically, creating and managing As-Built drawings posed significant challenges.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Project Management Collaboration 105

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

The post The Role of Strata Managers in Post-Construction Building Maintenance appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Once a construction project is completed, the real challenge beginsmaintaining the building to ensure its longevity, safety, and optimal functionality for all residents or users.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Construction Management Building Code Compliance Property Management 52

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

By Amy Becker Photo courtesy Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Specifiers and design professionals should always consider seismic performance attributes for buildings in areas that previously have experienced the damaging effects of earthquakes. Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 17, 2023

Controlling construction costs is not rocket science, nor does it involve time travel. Any real property owner can control construction costs for facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects. Controlling Construction Costs is not rocket science 1.

Cost Control 96

Cost Control Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Controls Quality Control 96

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 10, 2024

Mechanical Ventilation in Homes Works—If You Use It ibush Wed, 01/10/2024 - 17:51 Building America field studies show a disconnect between intended and actual use of mechanical ventilation systems in newer homes Juliet Grable Homes are getting tighter, which is a good thing since half of all residential energy use goes to heating and cooling.

HVAC System Installation 130

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Quality Control Energy Efficiency 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Beyond that, the cost of building facilities is increasing. But today, many owners lack visibility into the construction of their buildings. This issue is even more pronounced when owners are managing a portfolio of buildings, such as a factory or franchise. Acquiring capital is getting more expensive with rising interest rates.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 116

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Handover Facility Management Building Products Distribution 116

iField Smart

APRIL 14, 2024

Revolutionizing Construction Projects: The Power of Drawing Management Software Construction drawing management software is essential for Architects, Construction Managers, and Contractors to organize, track, and share plans across multiple building phases. The Challenges of Traditional Construction Drawing Management.

Project Management 103

Project Management Construction Management Building Products Distribution Risk Management 103

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Each one of these partners recognizes that linking data with Autodesk solutions helps teams advance their data capabilities and ultimately build better. Over 220 of these integrations now work with Autodesk Build, our comprehensive field and project management solution.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 118

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Code Compliance Project Management Building Permits 118

BDC Network

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals. Smart control systems enable more precise and efficient energy management.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

iField Smart

APRIL 23, 2024

Building Better: Maximizing Efficiency with Construction Management Software Solutions Efficiency within the construction landscape points to accomplishing tasks, processes, and projects with minimum effort, resources, and time. It requires adherence to quality assurance, perpetual improvements, and industry standards.

Construction Management 103

Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management Project Management 103

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 13, 2023

Working in partnership with Kemet Corporation , they set out to implement Autodesk Build, an Autodesk Construction Cloud solution, to improve their construction management processes to improve quality and cost control. Step two for the team was to prepare a budget and to identify and account for all costs associated with the project.

Engineering 98

Engineering Cost Control Quality Control Schedule Management 98

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The idea of maintaining a high-rise building might seem daunting, but it’s a crucial aspect of ensuring safety and longevity. By staying on top of maintenance tasks, you ensure a safer environment for residents and a more sustainable building overall. You might wonder if implementing these technologies will impact costs.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation HVAC System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

Safety Services Company

JUNE 13, 2024

By proactively adopting control measures, you can cultivate a culture of safety that safeguards your workers and underpins a thriving business. Building Robust Risk Management Processes Before implementing specific technologies and techniques for a safer work zone, we must first set up a blueprint for a more compliant culture.

Risk Management 127

Risk Management Building Performance Measurement Building Controls Cost Control 127

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 5, 2022

Data management, and the standardization of your data, are fundamental needs in modern construction. Getting standardized data is a challenge but using standardized inputs on your projects helps improve data quality, the completeness of data that is captured, and the ability to perform analysis on the data you collect.

Building Standards 92

Building Standards Project Management Schedule Management Change Management 92

Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

These tools enable construction professionals to rethink every aspect of project planning, execution, and collaboration, whether it be through the use of project management software, virtual reality (VR), or building information modeling (BIM). Robotics and Automation: Robotics and automation are revolutionizing construction processes.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 109

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Code Compliance Building Automation Renewable Energy Systems 109