UK Construction Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

The post Understanding Construction Surveying appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Integral to this development process is construction surveying, a critical discipline ensuring that all construction adheres to stringent safety and regulatory standards. Proper drainage planning is essential to prevent future water-related issues.

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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 Most importantly, the automated nature of the field software would give us the time to focus on complex survey tasks.” One of seven tunnels being built for the 17.5-km, Valued at EUR 516 million (NOK 5.2

Building Performance Measurement 130

Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Quality Control Mapping 130

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. The firm is ranked 35th in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 11th in its transportation category.

Quality Assurance 130

Quality Assurance Structural Systems Project Management Facility Management 130

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Whether for extensive renovation work, property valuation, or facility management purposes, performing an accurate measured building survey is an important part of understanding any real estate asset in London. Coordinating the Site Survey The first step in a measured building survey is careful planning and coordination.

Surveying 52

Surveying Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

Depending on the site, this process often commonly includes ecological surveys, soil assessments, cultural and historic resources evaluations, and endangered species. Not a secret: It’s harder to build something when it comes to a community as a surprise. It’s better to save the surprises for birthdays and anniversaries.

Permits 130

Permits Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Environmental Consulting 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 10, 2024

However, good quality data is an essential pre-requisite for those seeking to leverage historic project knowledge, improve risk management and make workforce productivity improvements. Meanwhile, an inability to see current project status and data at a detailed level was the number one challenge for 57% of the contractors surveyed.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 130

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Risk Management Quality Assurance Schedule Management 130

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

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Dean Lewis, Graham Finch, and David Simkins Contractors Mass Timber Moisture Protection Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Mass timber has gained popularity as a building material praised for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal. Here are five tips for successful water mitigation in mass timber construction.

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control 98

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Extends Trimble’s all-in-one solution for survey and machine guidance to any compact track loader bucket WESTMINSTER, Colo. Siteworks Machine Guidance extends the capabilities of Trimble Siteworks Software from surveying and layout to support on-machine guidance and operator assistance, now on compact track loader buckets.

Surveying 100

Surveying Building Products Distribution Quality Control Building Design 100

Roads Online

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Komatsu is ahead of the curve when it comes to Smart Construction and Intelligent Machine Control (IMC), changing the way projects are designed, planned, and executed. Muir adds that the only way to build a product that fits all customer needs, is to incorporate learnings and feedback from the end user. Images: Komatsu.

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Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Building Products Distribution Project Management Consulting 65

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

JUNE 10, 2024

Jeremy’s leadership qualities are also evident in his ability to inspire and motivate those around him. She is an active member of the Women Surveyors Summit – an industry event held to support and promote diversity in the land surveying profession.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

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

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Quality and safety challenges affecting Singapore’s construction industry today have the potential to be solved by technology. We are excited to announce the release of our latest report, created in partnership with The University of Melbourne, “The role of Technology in Supporting Construction Quality & Safety – September 2023”.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Quality Control Construction Management Surveying 98

Seven Multi-Site Solutions

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

While traditional surveys have played a crucial role in gathering information, the emergence of high-fidelity assessments has taken data collection and analysis to a whole new level. The Power of Detailed Data: Basic surveys often provide limited data points and superficial insights.

Surveying 52

Surveying Building Information Modeling (BIM) Stakeholder Engagement Building Performance Measurement 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

3 Survey results are publicly reported, so they greatly influence an organization’s reputation. 3 Survey results are publicly reported, so they greatly influence an organization’s reputation. Additionally, the government allocates reimbursements based on results, so the survey directly impacts a hospital’s financial performance.

Flooring Systems 95

Flooring Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 95

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Decades later, these innovative floors remain a smart and efficient solution for many commercial spaces, balancing comfort for occupants and long-term performance for facility managers and building owners. installed a hybrid carpet in its building in 1967 (the year these resilient carpets were first introduced). What is hybrid carpet?

Flooring Systems 59

Flooring Systems Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement Environmental Impact Assessment 59

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

While the idea of an AI-powered industry can feel overwhelming for many, the reality is that intelligent tools are already subtly yet powerfully transforming jobsites and improving the quality of construction jobs. Assistance while maintaining control At Autodesk, we recognize that you are the expert.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 142

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

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. Automatic Version Control and Markups Supports automatic version control and markups to track changes and revisions efficiently.

Construction Management 98

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

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The temperature at which the heat is reached can be precisely controlled by controlling the pressure of the steam. Closed loop systems (building heat systems and some manufacturing processes) should be cleaned at least every three years, or as needed. They should be cleaned annually. from the water side to the steam side).

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement Cost Control 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

At the turn of the century, the company pioneered the use of steel-reinforced concrete to create safer, stronger, and more efficient buildings. A Geometric and Logistical Challenge The unique build presented several challenges. The integration of software and hardware made this process very efficient and accurate.

Concrete Pouring 100

Concrete Pouring Project Management Consulting Surveying Site Planning 100

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. Simply import your images and choose your most important output, including the option to run a quick output for quality assessment.

Site Planning 130

Site Planning Building Optimization Cost Control Mapping 130

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

JULY 2, 2024

The Stantec team included a collaboration of industry disciplines including community development, landscape architecture, surveying, civil engineering, environmental services, transportation engineering, and buildings architecture and engineering. Stantec trades on the TSX and the NYSE under the symbol STN.

Collaboration 130

Collaboration Site Planning Building Design Lean Construction 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

And thanks to a recent KPMG survey , we also know that the large majority of owners (87%) report that their projects are coming under greater scrutiny. With Correspondence in Autodesk Build and BIM Collaborate, teams have a dedicated tool to manage all project communication. Control correspondence visibility.

Project Management 80

Project Management Schedule Management Quality Control Communication 80

Rapport3

APRIL 15, 2018

Make Consulting are a building design consultancy practice who operate in a range of services including architectural design, chartered surveying, project management and education funding. This principle is essential within the variety of sectors they deal with, including commercial, retail, education, healthcare and blue light.

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Project Management Consulting Cost Control Quality Control Surveying 52

Rapport3

APRIL 15, 2018

Make Consulting are a building design consultancy practice who operate in a range of services including architectural design, chartered surveying, project management and education funding. This principle is essential within the variety of sectors they deal with, including commercial, retail, education, healthcare and blue light.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Cost Control Quality Control Surveying 52

Plant & Civil Engineer

JUNE 12, 2023

A new study by industry-leading digital construction management software, PlanRadar, has discovered that building errors are taking a heavy toll on UK and EU construction, amounting to 11% of total project costs. This was the case for 12 of the 15 countries who took part in the survey, including the UK, Germany, France, Italy and Spain.

Quality Control 52

Quality Control Cost Control Building Controls Building Materials 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 9, 2024

We adopted new technologies, embraced sustainable building practices, and were more vocal about the benefits of working in the AEC field. This could involve an increased focus on sustainable construction, leveraging advanced technologies like BIM, and adopting eco-friendly building practices.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 137

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Building Automation Project Management 137

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 26, 2020

As new construction techniques and certifications become more widely used, specifiers must be aware of the many factors impacting the transmission of sound in buildings. The above-mentioned negative review provides feedback related to the two methods of sound transfer in buildings: airborne (“super thin wall”); and.

Building Codes 82

Building Codes Building Standards Building Controls Quality Control 82

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 20, 2022

According to the latest annual survey by Associated General Contractors of America and Autodesk, 89 percent of construction firms in America are having a difficult time filling hourly craft positions and 86 percent are struggling to fill salaried positions. The construction labor shortage and digital skills gap are global challenges.

Change Management 96

Change Management Surveying Building Commissioning Construction Management 96

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

Building Radar

JULY 24, 2024

These regulations address various aspects of construction, from waste management and air quality control to water conservation and the use of sustainable materials. For detailed guides and industry updates, refer to the Building Radar construction blog and related articles.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Health Regulations Safety Regulations Energy Conservation 52

The Korte Company

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Committing to higher-quality, higher-cost materials may be a better business decision in the long run. To make sure this cost component stays under control, you’ll want a contractor who can guarantee they’ll attract and retain the necessary skilled labor force for the duration of the project. Survey costs and engineering fees.

Cost Control 68

Cost Control Building Controls Building Materials Material Handling 68

Roads Online

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The Traffic Management Association of Australia’s 2024 National Traffic Controller Safety Survey highlights this issue, with 49 per cent of respondents reporting that they’ve nearly been struck by a distracted driver, and 44 per cent saying they’ve had near misses due to speeding vehicles.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Building Products Distribution Building Materials Manufacturing Controls Manufacturing 105