Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

It includes the tactical efforts of careful monitoring and optimizing assets, and it delivers valuable benefits to resiliency, sustainability and economy. Santa Monica Beach California sunset Without a comprehensive understanding of all system assets, it can take days or even weeks just to assess damage.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Historic Preservation 130

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

By Tracy Cook Photos courtesy Tarkett There are many expectations from indoor spaces today: they must look aesthetically pleasing but be strong enough to withstand heavy use, be easy to clean but not feel sterile and unwelcoming, and they should feature healthy, sustainable materials that support human and environmental health.

Flooring Systems 59

Flooring Systems Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement Environmental Impact Assessment 59

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Its strength, durability, and resiliency are integral to sustainable building practices and support a growing emphasis on climate resilience. Along the project value chain, however, other stakeholders are responsible for key decisions that impact concretes overall embodied carbon impact.

Concrete Pouring 52

Concrete Pouring Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Construction Junkie Blog

AUGUST 23, 2021

When a recent study by McKinsey looked at the construction of assets across all categories, they determined that large projects (regardless of class) typically take 20% longer to complete than originally estimated - and often run as much as 80% over budget. The most common culprits they anticipate are these: Faulty scheduling. Bottlenecks.

Environmental Impact Assessment 78

Environmental Impact Assessment Budgeting Building Materials Manufacturing Cost Control 78

Rabbet

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Real estate developers use the return on cost formula to gather knowledge and optimize their investments. Cap rates are a quick and efficient method to assess a property’s potential return relative to its price, allowing investors to make informed decisions in a fast-paced market. What is Return on Cost?

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Environmental Impact Assessment Risk Management Property Management 52

CCR Magazine

JUNE 26, 2024

Whether you’re updating an old office building, revamping retail space, or converting a warehouse into modern offices, the ultimate goal is clear: maximize the property’s value. Strategic Planning and Feasibility Assessment Before starting any renovation project, it’s important to carefully plan and assess feasibility.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Environmental Impact Assessment Property Management HVAC System Installation 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 2, 2023

By streamlining construction waste management processes, you can realize significant cost savings, enhance efficiency, and contribute to environmental sustainability. This blog post will discuss various strategies you can implement during renovation projects to improve waste management and reduce the impact on the environment.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Environmental Impact Assessment Material Handling Energy Conservation 52

Buildern

JANUARY 15, 2025

Optimizing Project Planning Leveraging Technology to Cut Construction Costs Buying Materials Wisely Streamlining Labor Management Reducing Construction Costs by Managing Risks Avoiding Scope Creep Using Sustainability to Save Money Wrapping Up What Are the Construction Costs of Professional Builders?

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Schedule Management Risk Management Quality Control 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Explore some ways you can integrate AI into your construction startup, from futureproofing to integrating AI into operations, as well as valuable tips to build your business from the ground up. Let’s discuss some practical ways that AI can optimize your construction startup.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Building Optimization 40

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

Construction Daily News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Senator Casey has emphasized the impact this project will have on local economies. Its construction faced delays due to environmental concerns, particularly with coal ash ponds along the route, which required design revisions. Upcoming construction phases are expected to finalize aspects of design and environmental compliance by 2027.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Infrastructure Development Project Management Safety Regulations 52

UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The post Read the Lates News on Economic Outlook, Glenigan’s December Construction Index, CIP to Build 1GWH BESS in Scotland, and Pre-tax Loss for Laing O’rourke is £288m appeared first on UK Construction Blog. As for the future of the economy, will 2024 offer stability or further uncertainty for the building industry in the UK ?

Renewable Energy Systems 64

Renewable Energy Systems Building Optimization Material Storage Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Buildern

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

An unsettling nationwide trend shows construction projects often exceed their budget by at least 16%, thus highlighting the importance of detailed planning and estimation. The choice and quality of materials significantly impact the project’s cost and timeline. Let’s further go through some of those core steps.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Project Management Budgeting Construction Management 52

Building Radar

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Understanding the scale and impact of these colossal events provides insights into their economic and cultural importance, as well as the event-related construction projects they inspire. Advanced data analysis tools help organizers track visitor patterns, optimize stall placements, and manage resource allocation.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Building Optimization Project Management Construction Management 52

In Eight

OCTOBER 4, 2023

It means viewing each capital project from every facet — how all its parts work together and how they impact each other. Through automation, your teams get back precious time eroded by repetitive administrative work and manual data entry; they can instead focus on more strategic, project-impacting activities. Proactive risk management.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

The allure of oak frames as a building material lies in its robustness and the natural warmth it adds to any design. Opting for a self-build conservatory kit presents a cost-effective alternative to traditional extensions, providing an alluring addition to a property that increases its value while enhancing the quality of living space.

Safety Regulations 64

Safety Regulations Building Code Compliance Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.

Wall Systems 104

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 104

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Today, several dynamic factors play a significant role: Climate change impacts: Regions are increasingly experiencing extreme heat, and some climate zones now require air conditioning installations where they previously did not. Harsher winter storms and persistent droughts are also becoming more common.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems HVAC Systems 52

Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Building Information Modeling Model Management. BIM is a term which represents three separate but linked functions: Building Information Modeling: Is a BUSINESS PROCESS for generating and leveraging building data to design, construct and operate the building during its lifecycle. Life-cycle Assessment. Attribute.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Materials Manufacturing Building Products Distribution 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 15, 2023

For one, it’s an opportunity to build a physical legacy. From design and VDC professionals to business and project managers, these construction leaders aren't just building structures and facilities—they're shaping our world. Many things make construction an exceptional field to work in.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management Consulting Project Management 52

In Eight

JUNE 15, 2023

Complex projects are becoming even more complex — physically, commercially and environmentally — leaving traditional, disparate construction processes and systems struggling to keep up with an ever-growing demand for greater project certainty.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management Change Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Sustainable building. Massive amounts of data are created from project inception to design, planning, building, closeout, operations and beyond. We’ll walk through hh2’s integration between Sage CRE 300 and Autodesk Build as well as Quickbooks Online, which integrates with Autodesk Build using ACC Connect.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Schedule Management Change Management 52

In Eight

AUGUST 4, 2023

Predictable outcomes Digitalized field collection processes can track labor and equipment hours, quantity progress, issues and potential change orders to help construction companies optimize work in the field. Key systems to consider linking for optimal automation include accounting, budgeting, scheduling and document management.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Change Management Project Management Consulting 52

Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

Copies of this publication may be obtained from the Executive Office of the President’s Publications Office by calling 202-395-7332, or writing the Office of Publications, 725 17th Street, NW, Room 2200, New Executive Office Building, Washington, DC 20503. Impact of FASA. Impact of FASA. Steven Kelman. Administrator.

Contracts 45

Contracts General Contracting Building Performance Measurement Government Works 45

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Walk around the perimeter of the building. Pay particular attention to areas near building air intakes. Assess any needs for fertilization Check Points: See Special Instructions Recommended Tools, Materials, and Equipment: 1. Application: This standard applies to Key Card Access systems which control building access.

Maintenance 40

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Electrical Wiring Installation 40

GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE | SUSTAINABLE CEMENT | SUSTAINABLE BUILDING ENVELOPE. Concrete admixtures can also optimize the production process for sustainability. More accurate inputs of water and additives reduce the number of rejected concrete loads, and their associated costs and environmental impacts. Phillip.fry@gc….

Sustainability 78

Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Concrete Pouring Roofing Systems 78

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Christian Paul , Gilbane Building Company. Regarded as a pioneer of BIM technology at Amazon, Nima Jafari currently serves as the company’s Regional Senior BIM Manager, where he’s building the Emerging Technologies Department in Amazon TES from the ground up. Jessica Henri , Canadian Turner Construction. Christine Joy T.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

Health impacts of air pollution are significant, with WHO identifying it as the top environmental health risk globally contributing to approximately 7 million premature deaths annually, with healthcare costs potentially reaching 1,275 billion by 2060. Every breath you take matters.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 11, 2024

These technologies can also streamline the design review process and help teams produce more accurate estimates, thus "reducing budgets and timeline deviations by an estimated 10-20% and engineering hours by 10-30%." Regenerative design/optimization will be one way. Building trust and confidence in AI will be a gradual process.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 137

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

Construction Specifier

JULY 16, 2024

3 Without cross-border cooperation between governments, major corporates and industry organizations, the environmental repercussions could be severe, leading to irreversible global impacts, including local species extinctions and even loss of human lives due to increased heat stress. C (35 F) above pre-industrial levels.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 59

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Energy Efficiency Environmental Impact Assessment 59

Building Information Management

JUNE 22, 2012

The core competencies identified include competencies relating to building operations and maintenance, energy management, sustainability, water efficiency, safety (including electrical safety) and building performance measures. Fede ral Buildings Personnel Training Act. The core competencies will be updated annually per the law.

Building Performance Measurement 45

Building Performance Measurement Fire Protection System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems 45

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2025

Building high-rise structures stands as one of modern engineering’s most intricate projects. Professional structural engineering services deliver essential support to make sure buildings can resist gravity loads and lateral forces while preserving safety and stability over their entire lifespan. in the third quarter to 45.9

Structural Systems 52

Structural Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Building Information Modeling (BIM) Foundation Systems 52

Buildern

JANUARY 15, 2025

Optimizing Project Planning Leveraging Technology to Cut Construction Costs Buying Materials Wisely Streamlining Labor Management Reducing Construction Costs by Managing Risks Avoiding Scope Creep Using Sustainability to Save Money Wrapping Up What Are the Construction Costs of Professional Builders?

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Schedule Management Risk Management Quality Control 52