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

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The schedule is the beating heart of every project, providing the road map that every team member will base their work around. It provides a view that businesses need to efficiently plan, schedule, and control programs and individual projects. This may help scheduler reduce their prep time and focus on scheduled activities.

Schedule Management 145

Schedule Management Risk Management Project Management Change Management 145

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

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

The post The Ultimate Guide to Air Quality Monitoring: Protecting Health & Environment appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Air quality monitoring is the continuous measurement of pollutants and criteria air contaminants that affect our daily lives. Every breath you take matters.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 25, 2024

Reflective of its highly cooperative executive office and field teams, Latitude 33’s Survey Department has become recognized for its quick responses, accurate and reliable information, quality control, and outstanding data management. For example, our mapping work is truly a reconnaissance effort. Chris D’Ambrosio, P.L.S.,

Surveying 100

Surveying Engineering Mapping Property Management 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

km twin-tube tunnel that will have 10, 15-m-long cross passages and three technical buildings, each of which is 16.8-m That enables them to identify any overbreaks or underbreaks based on a pre-set, color-coded heat map. The software will compare the previous excavation scan to produce a heat map.

Building Performance Measurement 130

Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Quality Control Mapping 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

Other resources to be considered could include air quality, surface and groundwater, visual impacts, acoustics, recreation, prime and unique farmlands, Wild and Scenic Rivers, grazing, fire, and more. Not a secret: It’s harder to build something when it comes to a community as a surprise.

Permits 130

Permits Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Environmental Consulting 130

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Thermal bridging can be a major source of energy loss in buildings. Thermal bridges are essentially areas in the building envelope that allow heat to pass through more easily and occur where materials that are better conductors of heat form a "bridge" between the inner and outer face of the construction.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Sustainability 130

Plant & Civil Engineer

JANUARY 13, 2025

As legislation comes into play to make construction a safer sector for all, tools to support actions such as virtual terrain mapping will be integral to practices in 2025. Technology such as AI-powered robots, satellites, and cameras will monitor job sites remotely, improve safety, and streamline quality control.

Change Management 52

Change Management Project Management Surveying Construction Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

WESTMINSTER, Colo., — Trimble ® (Nasdaq: TRMB) announced today the winners of its 2024 Tekla ® Global Building Information Modeling (BIM) Awards. The jury especially valued the data-driven nature of the project and the fact that a new city block was built on top of a fully-functional metro station and in between two buildings.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 201

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Structural Systems Steel Fabrication Building Codes 201

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

. — Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today its new Trimble ® Reality Capture platform service to enable more effective collaboration and the secure sharing of massive reality capture datasets captured with 3D laser scanning, mobile mapping and uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) systems.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 100

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Products Distribution Mapping Energy Efficiency 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Additionally, retrofitting the pond to provide higher quality water treatment helps the county comply with the municipal separate storm sewer system permit and contributes to restoring the Chesapeake Bay.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Engineering Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 27, 2023

The new solar panels are projected to offset more than 100 percent of the energy consumed by Trimble’s two-building campus in the Westmoor Technology Park, which represents approximately 6-7 percent of the company’s total global electricity demand (based on 2021). Westminster is Trimble’s largest employment center in the U.S.

Renewable Energy Systems 130

Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems Building Products Distribution Green Building 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 6, 2023

When it comes to construction projects, accounting and financial management are like the foundation of a building. The firm prides itself on delivering top-quality projects while maintaining robust safety standards. These components are hidden behind the scenes but play a crucial role in a project's success.

Project Management 98

Project Management Construction Management Change Management Risk Management 98

Procore

JUNE 8, 2023

From a small building to a towering skyscraper, these estimates during the preconstruction phase are essential because they provide stakeholders with a transparent view of the project's financial outlook. By studying 2D drawings, they dissected project segments to determine necessary materials and labor, much like mapping out a journey.

Estimating 97

Estimating Mapping Lean Construction Cost Control 97

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Buildings with roofs that are more than 20 years old receive claims that are between 50% to 100% more severe compared to those with recent roof installations. Experienced roofing companies in Orlando, FL , guarantee thorough damage evaluations and durable repairs through their expertise.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Environmental Impact Assessment Roofing Systems Structural Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Creating an Optimal Flattened Site Plan Many construction plans begin with finding or building a relatively flat location to minimize the required earthworks for digging a foundation or setting a concrete pad. This simple tool can connect two locations, map multiple locations into a single path, or discover the most accessible location.

Site Planning 130

Site Planning Building Optimization Cost Control Mapping 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

“The Siteworks Machine Guidance Module has been popular since the day we introduced it because it gives operators a simple, high value, one-stop-shop for both survey and grade control,” said Elwyn McLachlan, vice president, civil solutions at Trimble. About Trimble Trimble is transforming the ways people move, build and live.

Surveying 100

Surveying Building Products Distribution Quality Control Building Design 100

Roads Online

DECEMBER 6, 2023

They shared how their designs start with Archicad, alongside a combination of Revu and Google Maps to go through potential ideas with the client. This allows the full team to build an understanding of the site and various options, with any feedback entered into Revu live in the meeting.

Collaboration 105

Collaboration Inspection Mapping Building Design 105

OmTrak

JUNE 13, 2024

In the realm of building management, the delivery of Operating & Maintenance (O&M) manuals is a critical phase, ensuring a project’s seamless transition from construction to operation. FT: How has OmTrak helped you ensure compliance and quality control in your projects? JB: First, determine what you really need.

Project Management Consulting 85

Project Management Consulting Project Management Cost Control Quality Control 85

BDC Network

APRIL 20, 2023

This will lead to reduced costs, increased quality control, and the potential for improved energy efficiency and decarbonization. — Mike Lawless, Senior Director of Innovation 2. Biophilic design A broader cultural shift toward health and wellness is reflected throughout the design industry in the growth of biophilic design. 

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Standards 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Jeremy’s leadership qualities are also evident in his ability to inspire and motivate those around him. In addition to his professional and educational endeavors, Jeremy is deeply involved in acts of public service and believes in using his skills to contribute to the community and make a positive impact on society.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 19, 2024

To support teams requiring additional Autodesk AutoCAD training, learning paths covering topics such as drawing and editing AutoCAD models and introducing Map 3D are available. SDS Protection & Control for AutoCAD Electrical (P&C) Training is organized into the general configuration of the design workflow.

Electrical Systems 130

Electrical Systems Infrastructure Development Building Products Distribution Foundation Systems 130

UK Construction Blog

JULY 30, 2024

It serves as a road map for the entire project. Quality control guarantees that correct work is done in real-time. All of these benefits add up to top-quality construction. Map Out the Sequence of Tasks Proper sequencing of tasks helps streamline scheduling and guarantee seamless workflow. Planning is at its core.

Project Management 64

Project Management Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Fire Protection System Installation 64

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

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Department of Energy's (DOE) Building America program , points out. Recognizing that, Building America is working on research into fault detection in HVAC systems now, Werling says. And previous Building America lab experiments show that faults can increase space conditioning energy use by up to 30% over the lifetime of the system.

HVAC Systems 130

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 130

Construction Specifier

JUNE 5, 2024

By Karine Galla Air and water-resistive barrier systems play a crucial role in the longevity and performance of commercial buildings, and safeguarding against issues such as excessive energy consumption and moisture-related damage. They promote drying because they allow vapor from inside the building to diffuse to the outside.

Building Code Compliance 59

Building Code Compliance HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 59

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 24, 2019

Business intelligence software allows a firm to control costs by better managing and anticipating labor, inventory, project costs and more in every process from bidding to building. When it comes to planning, the right business intelligence software can analyze and predict what is needed to be successful future and potential projects.

Project Management Consulting 80

Project Management Consulting Building Materials Manufacturing Risk Management Project Management 80

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 27, 2022

Today Khansaheb provides a comprehensive range of construction services for building and infrastructure projects from the initial business case and design to ongoing operations and aftercare. It was then up to the document controller to log the issue into a register, then disseminate the information by email and track the responses.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 59

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Building Controls Project Management 59

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 22, 2022

What’s new with Autodesk Build ? Dig in below to learn how our new product releases and enhancements provide more flexibility and options to help you build better. . Quality and Safety Releases . features in both Autodesk Build and BIM 360 . Jump to releases by type: . Highlighted Release. Dashboards .

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

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

KCM Group

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

The company has developed a strong track record of delivering for their clients by identifying cost savings, streamlining processes, and ensuring a high-quality finished product. “I “If we need a construction expert, KCM Group is one of our go-to firms.” The project is anticipated to be complete in January 2021.

Quality Assurance 52

Quality Assurance Project Management Consulting Building Code Compliance Quality Control 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

These properties, typically known as smart buildings, use advanced technologies to manage assets, resources, and services to benefit the property owner, building employees, and customers. Architects and engineers have been using AI for BIM (Building Information Modeling) platforms to create a virtual 3-D model of the project.

Facility Management 52

Facility Management Change Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation 52

ENR Construction

DECEMBER 20, 2017

“Hiring decision-makers cited attracting quality candidates as their top challenge.” ” In an August 2017 survey conducted by Glassdoor, 76 percent of hiring decision-makers cited attracting quality candidates as their top challenge. Prioritize your employer brand. Gather meaningful data. Take the time to look ahead.

Mapping 28

Mapping Building Automation Quality Control Controls Manufacturing 28

Building Information Management

OCTOBER 9, 2012

The COBie Guide can be considered the “commentary” to the COBie information standard “code” The Guide provides enforceable quality standards for the delivery of COBie data. Software implementers will find the information in Appendix B helpful for low-level mapping of required properties. 2012 – via FMOC.

Facility Management 45

Facility Management Quality Control Building Standards Building Commissioning 45

CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2024

Inefficient construction firms are at risk of going over project budgets (due to delays, poor planning, and quality control issues). For large projects, the construction site will need to be mapped, surveyed, and analyzed. Today, many construction firms are using drone technology to map and survey their sites.

Site Planning 52

Site Planning Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Environmental Impact Assessment 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2024

Embarking on the journey to run your own construction company requires more than just expertise in building. Your ability to plan carefully, manage resources effectively, and understand the complexity of building projects are critical to success in this fiercely competitive sector.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Quality Control Construction Equipment 52