Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

New updates to the software include the ability to calculate and model an optimal flattened site plan in the terrain, plot the least cost path across a landscape, and significantly improved processing speed in pixels to points tool.

Site Planning 130

Site Planning Building Optimization Cost Control Mapping 130

CivilJungle

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Building Layout. After finalising the building plan and design of the structural component, including foundations , the construction activity can be started. After that, the first step in construction activity is site clearance. The excavation lines which are marked on site is known as building layout.

Building Controls 52

Building Controls Cost Control Site Planning Building Design 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.

Concrete Pouring 100

Concrete Pouring Project Management Consulting Site Planning Surveying 100

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

In simplest terms, to get environmental approvals, agency regulators need the answers to three questions: What resources are at the site? Site Selection and Impact Assessment The initial step in the solar environmental permitting journey involves meticulous site selection and impact assessment. What are the potential effects?

Permits 130

Permits Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Environmental Consulting 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

The project team, led by STV as the overall task lead and subconsultant to Chen Ryan Associates (CRA), will design plans to replace the existing TPSS while minimizing impacts and delays to the system, maintaining the operational efficiency of MTS’s extensive 65-mile track network and keeping the system’s 300,000 weekday trips on schedule.

Structural Systems 100

Structural Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems Electrical Systems 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

We plan and prepare as best we can but the unpredictable nature of geology can surprise us at any moment. km twin-tube tunnel that will have 10, 15-m-long cross passages and three technical buildings, each of which is 16.8-m So tunnel construction requires versatility, agility, efficiency and accuracy.”

Building Performance Measurement 130

Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Quality Control Surveying 130

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). Efficiency across multiple sites Many construction firms will need to operate across multiple sites. For large projects, the construction site will need to be mapped, surveyed, and analyzed.

Site Planning 52

Site Planning Construction Equipment Construction Machinery Environmental Impact Assessment 52

CivilJungle

APRIL 10, 2021

Levelling is one of the most important parts of surveying before starting the construction of roads , dams , or any other structures. It is a branch of surveying which deals with the measurement of the elevation of the point with respect to the datum level above or below the surface of the ground. What Is Levelling in surveying?

Surveying 52

Surveying Mapping Government Works Wall Systems 52

Building Radar

JULY 25, 2024

These innovations are significantly enhancing efficiency and safety on construction sites. Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become a cornerstone of modern construction management. It allows for better planning and coordination, reducing the likelihood of errors and omissions.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation Building Performance Measurement Modular Construction 52

Digital Construction Works

JUNE 24, 2020

Continuous surveying in construction projects is a way to ensure the next step of the build is correct in space and time. Continuous Survey Continuous surveying enables an almost real-time digital representation of reality. Continuous surveying provides the evolving data required to stay on schedule and on budget.

Surveying 52

Surveying Schedule Management Building Automation Building Performance Measurement 52

CCR Magazine

MAY 15, 2024

Key Takeaways: Advanced excavation techniques enhance precision and safety with technologies like GPS-guided machinery and remote-controlled equipment. Best practices, including careful planning and proper equipment selection, maximize efficiency and ensure compliance.

Construction Machinery 52

Construction Machinery Cost Control Safety Regulations Construction Equipment 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

That’s where land grading comes in— land grading shapes and leveling the ground to control how water flows across your property. Sets the Stage for Projects: Planning to add landscaping, a driveway, or a new deck? This step helps plan where to level, drain, and prevent erosion.

Landscaping 52

Landscaping Building Controls Surveying Site Planning 52

Building Radar

AUGUST 6, 2024

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become a cornerstone in modern construction practices. BIM allows for the creation of detailed 3D models that represent both the physical and functional characteristics of a building. Drones Drones are revolutionizing site surveys and inspections.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Energy Efficiency Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Concerns around labor shortages, stagnation and recession, and the political climate all featured prominently among the biggest construction industry challenges in InEight’s recent Global Capital Projects Outlook survey. Others have pinpointed spiraling labor costs, inflation, and interest rate rises as major risks on the horizon.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 147

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

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. To try and combat these issues, many leaders are turning to digital technologies to drive up quality, accuracy, and efficiency, making on-site operations slicker, safer and smarter.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 147

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 2, 2023

raSmith, a multi-disciplined civil and structural engineering and surveying firm, has received state and national structural engineering excellence awards from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC). BROOKFIELD, Wis. Both awards honor the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Camp Randall Stadium South End Zone.

Zoning 130

Zoning Engineering Structural Systems Historic Preservation 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 2, 2024

The 1-acre brownfield site will transform 12 historic, city-owned parcels into mixed-use commercial and residential spaces through new construction and reuse of heritage structures. Stantec is serving as planning, environmental, design, and engineering lead in collaboration with local architecture firm Studio 2LR.

Collaboration 130

Collaboration Site Planning Building Design Project Management 130

BDC Network

MARCH 26, 2024

The unfortunate rise in school-related incidents serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of meticulous planning and design of educational facilities. Designing buildings and landscapes to maximize visibility, especially at administrative entry points, can enable staff to monitor activities effectively, enhancing overall safety.

Fire Protection Systems 98

Fire Protection Systems Stakeholder Engagement Building Controls Building Design 98

Building Radar

JULY 24, 2024

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a digital representation of the physical and functional characteristics of a facility. BIM allows construction professionals to plan, design, and manage buildings and infrastructure more efficiently. The Impact of Technology on Construction 1.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation Prefabrication Modular Construction 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 14, 2024

AR and VR Digital overlays in AR can be used on physical construction sites to more easily identify safety hazards, and VR can be used to virtually tour buildings or to preplan designs without needing to be in the physical location. Industrial 3D printers can now print entire design elements for buildings, including facades.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Site Planning Building Automation Building Design 52

Roads Online

MAY 5, 2024

Formally launched at the Roads Australia Transforming Transport Summit in Melbourne last Thursday (May 2), this guideline seeks to protect our industry’s frontline workers – those who build, operate and maintain our roads – and contribute to safer roads for all drivers.

Public Works 111

Public Works Government Works Building Controls Zoning 111

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

In order to build this enormous renewable energy collector, Hunt-EAS needed to ensure that the project would conserve the soil it is located on, prevent impacts to the existing watersheds, and avoid disturbance of natural and cultural resources.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Engineering Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation 130

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 31, 2023

HCSS , a leading provider of innovative software helping heavy civil construction businesses streamline their operations, highlights HCSS Plans, a digital plans management solution ideal for construction job site foremen in the field.

Site Planning 52

Site Planning Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Project Management 52

Building Radar

JULY 17, 2024

Example of Construction Technology: Building Information Modeling (BIM) Understanding BIM Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a digital representation of the physical and functional characteristics of a facility. Better Cost Control : BIM provides accurate cost estimates and helps track expenses throughout the project lifecycle.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Prefabrication Energy Efficiency Building Optimization 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 20, 2024

Environmental Challenges: Building in Hostile Conditions One of the most significant challenges in construction is dealing with extreme environmental conditions , such as those found in arctic regions, deserts, or deep oceans. Transportation of materials and equipment to these sites can be difficult and costly.

Engineering 52

Engineering Structural Systems Modular Construction Building Materials 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 1, 2023

mi) away from the project site, and then carefully delivered and assembled in place. LAWA hopes the method will serve to be innovative and adaptive, saving public funds and time with a high degree of building control and supervision. The following are the collaborators on the project: The project’s site plan.

Energy Efficiency 94

Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Geotechnical Engineering Fire Protection Systems 94

iField Smart

JULY 11, 2024

Manual on-site surveys, prone to human error, are required to verify measurements and identify discrepancies between the original plans and the actual construction. Data Analytics: Advanced software can analyze as-built data to identify trends, optimize building performance, and inform future projects.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 82

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Building Optimization 82

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 19, 2024

Army Corps of Engineers, New York District was walking on Monmouth Beach, New Jersey, the location of the agency’s Atlantic Coast of New Jersey Sandy Hook to Barnegat Inlet Beach Erosion Control Project. Sand being dredged and pumped onto the Atlantic Coast of New Jersey Sandy Hook to Barnegat Inlet Beach Erosion Control Project.

Environmental Impact Assessment 130

Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement Piping Installation Public Works 130

CCR Magazine

JULY 12, 2023

This professional, using a range of skills from technical to logistical, lays the foundation for all the subsequent work, ensuring that the building to be erected fits perfectly within its intended dimensions and location. However, their work involves more than merely applying chalk or paint to the ground.

Engineering 52

Engineering Quality Assurance Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control 52

UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 7, 2024

The post Learn About the Latest News About the Future of Construction, UK Construction Sector Grows Fastest in 2 Years, on AI Utilisation, and Drones in Revolutionising Building to Boost UK Housing appeared first on UK Construction Blog. To do this, it suggests implementing planning reform and setting local housing targets.

Government Works 62

Government Works Safety Regulations Heavy Lifting Transportation Site Planning 62

CCR Magazine

JUNE 13, 2024

Green Building Practices Sustainability continues to be at the forefront of commercial construction , with an increased focus on eco-friendly building materials, energy-efficient systems, and sustainable designs. By prefabricating these sections, projects experience significantly reduced construction times and minimized on-site waste.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Building Automation 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

His professional journey is marked by a dedication to the principles of participatory planning and co-design strategies, which he seamlessly integrates into practice. 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

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Even when people are inside, it is hard to block out intruding and distracting noises within the space people are in; noise coming from adjacent rooms, areas above or below, or from hallways; or even from outside the building. The purpose of the building determines what types of noise pollution creates “pain points” for occupants.

Building Performance Measurement 64

Building Performance Measurement Ceiling Systems Project Management Consulting Flooring Systems 64

Specification Product Update

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The Asticus London building, a striking ten-storey landmark, has undergone a remarkable transformation. The building prioritises inclusivity with the new lifts providing daily step-free access. The Client The re-imagined Asticus building was acquired in 2016 by AXA IM Alts, a global leader in alternative investments.

Lifts 52

Lifts Flooring Systems Painting/finishing Building Design 52

iField Smart

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

General contractors (GCs) face numerous challenges when working on construction sites. These challenges can vary depending on the project scope, site conditions, and the specific requirements of the project. Ensuring safety : Construction sites are inherently dangerous, and accidents can happen quickly.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management 52