Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Yet, with strategic planning, collaboration, and communication, we have learned how to collaborate to proactively manage these risks, ensuring smoother project delivery and protecting investments. From financial overruns to project delays, unexpected risks can impact budgets, timelines, and overall project success.

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Collaboration Risk Management Schedule Management Quality Control 52

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. Each vegetation encroachment area requires specialized crews and equipment capable of working near live power lines, often involving planned de-energization, arborists, and traffic control.

Risk Management 202

Risk Management Cost Control Electrical Systems Schedule Management 202

iField Smart

JANUARY 21, 2025

Left unaddressed, these can transform into cost overruns, delays, and compromised security. Communication silos: Effective communication is crucial for dispersed teams, subcontractors, and participants with multiple priorities. Inefficient use of these resources leads to idle time, wastage, and inflated costs.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 52

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

By Josh Rayburn Unpiloted systems continue transforming civil and structural engineering by improving efficiency, accuracy, and safety while empowering civil and structural engineers to control costs. An autonomous flying laser sensor makes scanning and capturing a building from the air easier.

Structural Systems 262

Structural Systems Landscaping Engineering Foundation Systems 262

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

When it comes to building design, the concept of mass walls plays a crucial role in providing structural integrity, energy efficiency, and moisture control. By identifying project specifications early, construction teams can optimize their use of high-performance building materials early project identification.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Energy Efficiency Wall Systems Building Codes 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

The construction industry is shifting toward more efficient project delivery methods, and Design-Build has emerged as one of the most effective approaches. Unlike the traditional design-bid-build process, where design and construction are handled separately, design-build consolidates both under a single contract.

Building Design 52

Building Design Building Permits Quality Control Cost Control 52

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. Time Efficiency Delays can cost millions.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management Quality Control 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Russelectric, A Siemens Business, a leading manufacturer of power control systems and automatic transfer switches, highlights its system control upgrades for critical power equipment for enhanced reliability, operational control, and ease-of-maintenance. These upgrades are a cost-effective alternative to equipment replacement.

Controls Manufacturing 52

Controls Manufacturing Renewable Energy Systems Cost Control Building Controls 52

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. ABOUT KWAME BUILDING GROUP, INC. Kwame Building Group, Inc.

Facility Management 130

Facility Management Schedule Management Quality Control Project Management 130

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.

Cost Control 97

Cost Control Material Handling Building Materials Budgeting 97

Safety Services Company

JUNE 13, 2024

Accidents and injuries not only disrupt productivity but also escalate costs and potentially lead to legal repercussions. By proactively adopting control measures, you can cultivate a culture of safety that safeguards your workers and underpins a thriving business. Let’s build a solid foundation for your improved safety strategy.

Risk Management 126

Risk Management Building Performance Measurement Building Controls Cost Control 126

Develop Coaching

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

From project management to cost control, there are several key areas where you can make strategic improvements to enhance your bottom line. You’ll discover practical strategies to increase productivity on job sites, manage overhead costs effectively, and improve cash flow. Clear communication is crucial.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Cost Control Construction Equipment Quality Control 52

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%

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Cost Control Risk Management Building Automation 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. Inaccurate plans, unrealistic schedules, and inadequate resources lead to delays, cost overages, and rework.

Construction Management 103

Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management Project Management 103

STAHL

MARCH 19, 2025

This helps control access, prevent unauthorized entry, and create a safer learning environment. Stahls proactive approach helps prevent delays and cost overruns by ensuring accurate ordering and timely delivery of materials. Emergency Lockdown Capabilities In the event of a threat, specialized doors can be remotely locked.

Structural Systems 52

Structural Systems Building Controls Cost Control Communication 52

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Without granular, line item Local Market Construction Cost Data you can’t have a verifiable estimate. Most organizations rely upon national average cost data, consultants, and/or historical data. National average cost data is not representative of local market data even when cost indices or area cost factors are applied.

Cost Control 105

Cost Control Project Management Consulting Estimating Building Controls 105

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.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Project Management Consulting Cost Control Real Estate Development 52

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

iField Smart

JULY 16, 2024

Construction Drawing Software: A Digital Revolution in Building Design and Management The construction industry has always been a complex dance of design, engineering, logistics , and collaboration. Historically, blueprints and physical drawings were the primary tools for communicating design intent and guiding construction processes.

Construction Management 105

Construction Management Building Design Cost Control Project Management 105

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

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.

Construction Management 105

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

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Johnson Controls , the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today launched a highly anticipated update to the company’s industry-leading Building Automation System (BAS), Metasys, which serves the needs of commercial, industrial and institutional buildings, regardless of industry. Metasys 14.0

Building Automation 52

Building Automation Building Controls HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 28, 2024

And tools and methodologies like Building Information Modeling (BIM) and cloud-hosted, web-based Information Management platforms that let everyone involved in a project share info are total game-changers. They’re making a huge difference in how we build things and keep up with the times.

Project Management 130

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

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. Introduction. The Challenges of Traditional Construction Drawing Management.

Project Management 103

Project Management Construction Management Building Products Distribution Risk Management 103

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 18, 2023

BERLIN, Germany – Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today at the INTERGEO conference the latest release of Trimble ® 4D (T4D) Control software, version 6.5, of T4D Control supports Syscom Instrument’s MR3003DMS and MR3003SB strong motion acceleration sensors, which measure movement from seismic activity. To update to T4D version 6.5

Surveying 130

Surveying Quality Control Building Performance Measurement Building Automation 130

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%. Poor document management is detrimental to a project and can lead to delays, budget overruns , and rework. That being said, many companies struggle to maintain control over the massive amounts of project documents.

Construction Management 98

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

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Reducing noise exposure can include: buying and selling quieter equipment keeping moving parts oiled and well-maintained so they produce less noise enclosing noise sources establishing administrative controls work practices or policies that reduce the number of workers and the amount of time in noisy areas.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment Cost Control Building Controls Painting/finishing 52

LetsBuild

JUNE 2, 2023

Expectedly, not all aspects of a project go according to plan; several setbacks usually affect your cost and timelines. They’re also shifting from design-bid-build to design-build, which helps to complete projects 102% faster. Note that 63% of projects fail due to poor communication.

Project Management 98

Project Management Construction Management Budgeting Schedule Management 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 20, 2023

LOUIS, MO – Kwame Building Group (KWAME) has added three new project team members with Davidra Smith as Accounting Manager, Lee Anderson and Tarun Kumar as Project Engineers. ABOUT KWAME BUILDING GROUP Kwame Building Group, Inc. Smith holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Detroit College of Business.

Real Estate Development 130

Real Estate Development Project Management Facility Management Schedule Management 130

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 6, 2023

Any organization can measurable improve repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build outcomes by integrating People and Robust Process with Standardized LOCAL MARKET Construction Task Data. 4 A poorly defined and poorly communicate Scope of Work is the #1 cause of “construction” project failure. . #2

Cost Control 98

Cost Control Building Standards Construction Equipment Building Controls 98

iField Smart

JUNE 19, 2024

Collaboration: Document sharing, task assignments, real-time communication. Cost Control: Budgeting, bid management, change order tracking. Improved Communication: Real-time updates and chat features reduce miscommunication and delays. Cost Savings: Avoid costly overruns through accurate budgeting and resource tracking.

Project Management 105

Project Management Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management 105

iField Smart

MAY 14, 2024

Whether it’s leveraging advanced analytics, embracing cloud-based collaboration, or optimizing BIM workflows, these top 5 software solutions empower construction firms to streamline processes, enhance communication, and deliver projects on time and within budget in 2024 and beyond.

Project Management 105

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

By Drew Deatherage , ESS/RTPM The smart building market continues to grow, with expectations that it will be a $304.3 Yet once in operation, many building owners find these investments don’t live up to their promise. Instead, smart building sensors become one more burden to maintain. billion market by 2032, reports Market.US.

Electrical Wiring Installation 130

Electrical Wiring Installation Electrical Systems Building Controls Building Design 130

iField Smart

APRIL 18, 2024

It simplifies communication between project participants to reduce errors and boost efficiency to realize enhanced project outcomes. Additionally, CAD tools lack the capability to manage complex As-Built documentation for version control, real-time updates, and collaboration features.

Project Management 102

Project Management Facility Management Construction Management Change Management 102

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.

Construction Management 105

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

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Validate costs and operations using a current, locally researched line-item maintenance and repair cost database for all tasks and associated f requencies. #4. Build and support collaborative internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery terms. #5. to name a few. #2.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Plumbing Systems HVAC Systems Flooring Systems 105