Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

LOUIS, MO – Kwame Building Group has added three new members to its team including Kodey Lane-Norful and Likitha Kaki as Project Engineers and Diamond Spence as Project Administrator. Kodey Lane-Norful brings two years of industry experience having previously served as a Project Manager and Estimator. Kwame Building Group, Inc.

Facility Management 130

Facility Management Schedule Management Quality Control Project Management 130

Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Working with some of the best Directors of Construction, architects, and project managers in the business, we understand that risk management is a core concern for our clients. This proactive approach reduces costly revisions and unexpected scope changes, helping to keep the project on track.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Risk Management Schedule Management Quality Control 52

Job Order Contracting

MAY 12, 2020

Here is a recommended list of considerations if you are seeking the best construction cost estimating solution for your organization. Collaborative environment – Even if there is only one estimator, it is critical to share current, actionable information with multiple internal and external parties.

Estimating 66

Estimating Lean Construction Cost Control Quality Assurance 66

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 3, 2024

HDR’s Construction Management Team Helped Deliver Landmark East Link Light Rail Extension Project The initial segment of Sound Transit’s 2 Line began operations April 27, the product of more than a decade of work to improve transit connections between Seattle, Mercer Island, Bellevue and Redmond. The Bellevue-Redmond segment of the $3.7

Change Management 130

Change Management Schedule Management Project Management Electrical Systems 130

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2022

A Relationship-based Approach to Sustainable Facilities Management is needed to meet current and emerging economic and environmental requirements. Reach out to see how… Proven Cost Control Solution. Asset/Component Management. Automated Estimate Comparison. Bid Management. Building/Site/Location Management.

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Sustainability Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Toll Brothers is acting as managing member and development lead for the project, overseeing approvals, design, construction, and sales. Vista Pointe represents a rare opportunity to build a luxury waterfront community with outstanding amenities and unparalleled views of Manhattan.

Real Estate Development 130

Real Estate Development Land Use Regulations Risk Management Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Traditional design-bid-build models where the burden of risk was principally shouldered by contractors are gradually giving way to more collaborative models where risks and responsibilities are more evenly shared. Soaring inflation and interest rates are increasing project costs and affecting capital project cost estimates.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 147

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Landscaping Risk Management Cost Control 147

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. A facility owner and management team are pivotal in this transition.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

Job Order Contracting

JULY 7, 2024

GSA PBS JOC Program Management Audit – Issues Continue: The General Services Administration (GSA) Public Buildings Service (PBS) has faced scrutiny and criticism in the past for various financial and management issues, including those related to Job Order Contracting (JOC) programs.

Cost Control 97

Cost Control Quality Control General Contracting Building Controls 97

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 3, 2023

Recent estimates put the cost of rework at around 5 percent of total project costs, and also suggest it accounts for more than 30 percent of all work on site. Digital design Since the introduction of Building Information Modelling (BIM), construction has drawn more and more on Computer Aided Designs (CAD).

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 147

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Quality Control Change Management 147

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).

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 109

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 14, 2023

. – After a long, stormy winter, drivers are faced with dodging potholes or suffering the consequences of damage to their vehicles, but a first-of its-kind quality control tool may help increase the quality of pavement and keep those potholes, ruts and cracks from forming. In some cases, the entire road may have to be rebuilt.

Quality Control 130

Quality Control Quality Assurance Building Performance Measurement Controls Manufacturing 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 28, 2024

By Victoria Salvador Project management in the architecture, engineering, construction, and owner/operator industry is part art, part science. Over time, technological change, labor shortages and the increasing complexity of projects have reshaped the role. However, you can only be as effective as the tools your organization provides.

Project Management 130

Project Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Stakeholder Engagement Change Management 130

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. How can contractors consistently stay on top of costs while managing complex projects and service contracts?

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Project Management Risk Management Building Code Compliance 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 14, 2024

Also included is Field Surveillance of in-process construction activities, site inspections, maintenance of construction schedules, and construction management. Special emphasis on Lightrail installation, Telcom (design, build, commission), Environmental and Infrastructure, including water and wastewater(Hazardous and Non Hazardous) projects.

Estimating 52

Estimating Quality Control Schedule Management Cost Control 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 16, 2024

Amidst this bustling environment lies a crucial, yet often understated element: the art of strategic project management and cost control. This is where the expertise of Pekaj Group & estimating solutions sails to the rescue. An overestimate can cost you the bid; an underestimate can cost you your margins.

Estimating 52

Estimating Cost Control Project Management Sustainability 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Five Contractors Recognized for Their Innovative Use of Technology LAS VEGAS— Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) today announced the winners of the annual Trimble Construction Management Awards, which honors the successes that North American civil, general and specialty contractors have achieved with the support of Trimble technology. Raulston, Inc.

Construction Management 130

Construction Management Specialty Contracting General Contracting Building Automation 130

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. Based on a report by Kings Research, the construction management software market will reach $21.67

Construction Management 103

Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management Project Management 103

The Pro Builder

MAY 3, 2023

Is Your Home Building Business Set Up for Agility? ibush Wed, 05/03/2023 - 15:00 Developing an agility-based mindset is critical to effectively manage today’s home building challenges. Part 2 of a series Matt Collins Agility in home building isn’t just an ability, it’s a mindset.

Cost Control 130

Cost Control Building Controls Insurance Management Change Management 130

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.

Building Code Compliance 64

Building Code Compliance Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation 64

BDC Network

JUNE 3, 2024

Escalation: Predicting project costs in a volatile market 0 qpurcell Mon, 06/03/2024 - 12:26 Construction Costs Thad Berkes, Chief Cost Estimator, Design Collaborative, shares that one of the major hurdles that Design Collaborative attempts to forecast for its commercial construction projects is escalation.

Cost Control 85

Cost Control Facility Management Change Management Project Management 85

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 16, 2020

The innovate and exclusive Collaborative LEAN Construction Software for the Enterprise or Single Organization offering all of these features. The innovate and exclusive Collaborative LEAN Construction Software for the Enterprise or Single Organization offering all of these features.

Lean Construction 75

Lean Construction Collaboration Building Information Modeling (BIM) Facility Management 75

LetsBuild

JUNE 2, 2023

Manual processes and tasks in designing, estimating, bidding and project management are primarily responsible for such lapses. Project managers are invested in changing this; they’ve turned to technology to streamline processes, ensure efficiency, and improve on-site and off-site coordination.

Project Management 98

Project Management Construction Management Budgeting Schedule Management 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) selected design-build contractor Shirley Contracting Company, LLC (Shirley) and design service firm Dewberry to design and construct a solution that would alleviate the cumbersome congestion and safety concerns. million design-build project kicked off in 2018 and opened to traffic in 2020.

Project Management Consulting 130

Project Management Consulting Building Design Project Management Building Controls 130

iField Smart

MARCH 17, 2024

Introduction Construction management entails coordinating and overseeing various project corners including planning, scheduling, risk reduction, collaboration, budgeting, and quality assurance. Traditional processes and tools related to construction management aren’t able to cut it for complex, cost, and time-driven projects.

Construction Management 98

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Real Estate Development 98

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

There are some reasons, like weather that are beyond your control, but most construction project delays can be avoided. As a contractor, misquoting a job estimate can be massively detrimental; some jobs are shut down for weeks, months or even dropped altogether. Budget Inaccuracies. Labor Challenges.

Project Management 95

Project Management Change Management Cost Control Schedule Management 95

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2024

Decision 1: How to improve asset and portfolio performance Whether you're managing one or 50 facilities, actively monitoring and improving performance is critical to long-term profitability. Utilize cost and estimation data Tap into historical and actual data to forecast and plan for expansion, repairs, and rehab.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 122

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Handover Facility Management 122

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In the last 20 years, the number of buildings in the world that are at least 200 meters tall has increased by nearly 500%. As teams get larger and construction projects become more complex, proper document management needs to be an integral part of your workflow. trillion in 2020. billion in rework alone annually.

Construction Management 98

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Cost Control Project Management 98

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2025

In the evolving landscape of commercial construction , implementing professional basement waterproofing and moisture control systems has become a cornerstone of building longevity. Modern Approaches to Moisture Management Construction professionals are seeing unprecedented returns on investment through early intervention.

Waterproofing Systems 40

Waterproofing Systems Real Estate Development Property Management Building Code Compliance 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

This month, we have more than 25 product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products, including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, and Assemble. This feature ensures a level of standardization is maintained without losing control of the project.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Project Management Cost Control 105

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 5, 2022

Public sector efficient physical asset management requires robust process, collaborative teams. Moving beyond traditional methods that are responsible for rampant economic and environmental waste requires that public sector real property leadership focus upon forward thinking and change management. Identify and prioritize work.

Collaboration 98

Collaboration Lean Construction Public Works Procurement 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The construction industry is no stranger to big changes. Every big change has certainly come with its challenges, but the construction industry has successfully overcome these pain points to advance processes and achieve new levels of efficiency. We are also an early mover in AI.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 142

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management Building Automation Energy Efficiency 142

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Value generation in public sector facilities management will rapidly become a mandate. Furthermore, the administrative burden required for sustainable facilities management must be reduced as staffing levels continue to fall. contact-form] The post Value Generation in Public Sector Facilities Management appeared first on 4BT.

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Public Works Schedule Management Risk Management 105

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2017

When a job is behind schedule, it impacts everybody on the project, and likely the next scheduled project or build. Estimates get thrown off, rush fees ensue, and general disdain for the job can surface. Accurate estimating ensures there is always enough money for materials, wages, and more. Poor communication.

Schedule Management 95

Schedule Management Estimating Project Management Communication 95

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Early and ongoing collaboration between contractors, designers and owners…procurement, facilities management, building users… drives consistent attainment of on-time, on-budget, and satisfactory outcomes for all… But… it requires a change in CULTURE, and the adoption of LEAN SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES.

Procurement 98

Procurement Collaboration Project Management Consulting Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

iField Smart

MAY 14, 2024

Constructing Efficiency: Exploring the Leading Construction Project Management Software of 2024 In 2024, the construction industry continues to witness a transformative shift towards digitalization and innovation, with construction management software playing a pivotal role in enhancing project efficiency and collaboration.

Project Management 105

Project Management Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management 105