The Pro Builder

AUGUST 23, 2023

EEBA Launches New Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation qpurcell Wed, 08/23/2023 - 09:54 The Energy & Environmental Building Alliance (EEBA) Academy has released a new training course for those interested in pursuing a Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation.

Building Design 245

Building Design Building Materials Energy Efficiency Building Codes 245

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 15, 2023

This packed symposium will explore design concepts, tools, and approaches for fire-safe buildings, and highlight the role of fire safety in sustainable design and education. The event will also present insight into external living walls, battery/energy storage systems, façade systems, photovoltaics, mass timber, and more.

Fire Protection Systems 245

Fire Protection Systems Building Design Sustainability Building Information Modeling (BIM) 245

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

By harnessing the power of data, construction companies can optimize their business development strategies, streamline operations, and increase profitability. Solutions like Building Radar empower sales teams with early identification of construction projects, enabling informed, strategic decisions that drive business growth.

Building Automation 52

Building Automation Building Optimization Stakeholder Engagement Project Management Consulting 52

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

For construction firms and contractors, staying informed on where construction is most active in New York is essential for capturing lucrative opportunities. To optimize project acquisition and bidding strategies, tools like Building Radar provide critical insights by identifying early-stage projects.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Building Optimization Infrastructure Development Green Building 52

iField Smart

JANUARY 8, 2025

Why Cost Management Matters Cost management is not just about saving money; its about finding the balance between cost, quality and functionality and optimalism. Cost Optimization Through Emerging Construction Technologies Emerging technologies in the construction industry is changing how projects are managed and optimized for cost.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 59

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Engineering Building Automation Building Optimization 59

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Tools like Building Radar are proving invaluable in identifying early-stage projects and optimizing sales processes for construction firms. Building Radar’s project data ensures that firms can access real-time updates on transit developments, enabling them to optimize their bidding strategies real-time project insights.

Building Optimization 52

Building Optimization Infrastructure Development Energy Efficiency Building Automation 52

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

AI in Home Building. ibush Fri, 02/16/2024 - 10:00 Artificial intelligence is coming to home building. ai in home building Predictive AI , however, digs deep into Internet-accessible databases to find behavior patterns that can then be used to predict future conditions or behaviors. A good example is Arx City. Not anymore.

Real Estate Development 279

Real Estate Development Land Use Regulations Surveying Schedule Management 279

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

They play a vital part in the success of large-scale developments, from commercial buildings to residential complexes. The construction sector is evolving, with tools like Building Radar helping companies streamline project management. This ensures that projects are completed efficiently, reducing costs and enhancing profitability.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Code Compliance Building Optimization Schedule Management 52

Civil Manage

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Construction professionals are creating and managing building drawings differently than ever before using Building Information Modeling ( BIM). The paper-based method has been entirely replaced by smart & digital facilities that enable and optimize some collaboration.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Optimization Facility Management Construction Management 52

Wrench

APRIL 20, 2023

I’ll use this example of a document comparison system to show how an EDMS can ‘optimize’ mission-critical functions within the project organization.) They can even build in fail-safes or checkpoints, such as requiring notification in case unauthorized users try to view or edit a protected file.

Project Management 97

Project Management Engineering Building Code Compliance Change Management 97

Building Radar

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Utilizing platforms like AI-driven project insights from Building Radar can streamline market research and decision-making, providing valuable data that informs strategic planning and execution. Building strong relationships through transparent and consistent communication helps in managing expectations and resolving conflicts swiftly.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Stakeholder Engagement Building Performance Measurement 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Energy efficiency experts emphasize that AI-driven tools can help hospitals optimize their energy use and reduce it by up to 20%. Hospitals stand out from other commercial buildings. Hospitals need more electricity than other commercial buildings, and they must adopt novel technologies to achieve that, he added. In the U.S.,

HVAC Systems 52

HVAC Systems Energy Efficiency Building Optimization Electrical Systems 52

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Reliance upon historical data and economic indexes, or national average cost data with cost indexes or area location factors are no longer sufficient to ensure optimal use of financial resources. In this regard standardization is an important component to enabling improved information use and sharing.

Building Standards 59

Building Standards Building Optimization Construction Equipment Architecture 59

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Building a strong sales enablement program in the construction sector is essential for driving long-term growth, enhancing client relationships, and optimizing project outcomes. Building Radar’s solutions enable early project identification using AI technology, which helps contractors stay ahead of their competitors.

Building Automation 52

Building Automation Building Optimization Building Performance Measurement Building Materials 52

The Pro Builder

APRIL 22, 2023

Off-site or industrialized construction methods potentially offer multiple advantages beyond a quieter jobsite and provide a path to build single-family homes much faster with a good framing crew. The bulk of the cost savings from Agorus’ method come from fewer days to build and the cost of labor required.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 246

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems 246

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

It is the foundation of any repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build activity throughout associated planning, procurement, and project delivery. Therefore, granular construction task level information is the most reliable cost data for owners and design-builders. What is reliable cost data?

Estimating 59

Estimating Property Management Building Optimization Procurement 59

BDC Network

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals. Your portfolio is more than just space—it plays a vital role in the global ecosystem.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Global architecture firm, Perkins&Will, in partnership with the nonprofit research organization, Healthy Building Network, has released two reports that aim for the adoption of low-carbon gypsum drywall, flooring, and insulation materials for AEC professionals. Photo courtesy Bigstock.

Building Products Distribution 116

Building Products Distribution Building Optimization Building Materials Architecture 116

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 14, 2023

ProjectWise® and iTwin® Facilitate Data-centric Workflows, Optimizing Decision-making to Deliver More Intelligent Sustainable Infrastructure WSP Australia is committed to fostering a holistic digital approach to project delivery across all infrastructure sectors to meet evolving industry demands.

Engineering 130

Engineering Project Management Change Management Building Optimization 130

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Tools like Building Radar facilitate this alignment by providing early project insights and streamlining sales processes, thereby enabling teams to work more effectively together. Building Radar enhances this process by providing centralized data that both teams can access, promoting transparency and coordination.

Building Automation 52

Building Automation Building Optimization Collaboration Communication 52

The Pro Builder

MAY 4, 2023

Founded in 2019 by a team of experienced architects and a healthcare expert, the off-site building manufacturer is taking the commitment a step further by launching the Health Hub, providing homeowners with the resources to digital health devices and other market-tested health tools that optimize care at home.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Building Materials Manufacturing Modular Construction Building Standards Building Design 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 25, 2024

This predictive capability optimizes resource allocation, potentially reducing outages by up to 15% through efficient scheduling. By combining AI-driven analytics with digital twins, utilities gain real-time insights into vegetation growth, optimizing maintenance planning and enabling continuous monitoring.

Risk Management 202

Risk Management Cost Control Electrical Systems Schedule Management 202

The Pro Builder

MAY 15, 2023

Smart Neighborhood Project Combines Net Zero with Natural Gas qpurcell Mon, 05/15/2023 - 09:49 Building net zero, carbon neutral homes means going all-electric and getting rid of natural gas entirely—right? We can leverage a reliable, affordable system that’s already in place,” she says.

Renewable Energy Systems 246

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Electrical Systems 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 21, 2024

Bromley Companies’ newly restored 11-story mixed-use building in the Flatiron District recognized by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the most widely used green building rating system in the world and an international symbol of excellence in sustainable development.

Energy Efficiency 147

Energy Efficiency Green Building Building Automation Flooring Systems 147

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Incorporating metrics related to key milestones, deliverables, and productivity targets can help coordinate and optimize labor, equipment, and material resources both within and across all projects of an organization. This may help scheduler reduce their prep time and focus on scheduled activities.

Schedule Management 145

Schedule Management Risk Management Project Management Quality Control 145

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2024

These systems provide data on pollutant levels, temperature, and humidity, enabling site managers to make informed decisions about air management. Mobile apps and dashboards make this information easily accessible, ensuring that the purification process is both proactive and adaptive. A report by the U.S.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency Quality Control Health Regulations Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Radar

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Integrating sales insights into your project planning process is essential for achieving optimal outcomes and maintaining a competitive edge. By incorporating project integration management techniques, construction companies can ensure that sales data informs project planning from the outset.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Project Management Building Optimization 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 20, 2024

Enhancements and Further Open Standards Adoption Boost Collaboration Performance WESTMINSTER, Colo. — Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today the introduction of 2024 versions of its Tekla ® software for constructible Building Information Modeling (BIM), structural engineering and steel fabrication management.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 130

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Steel Fabrication Schedule Management Change Management 130

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2024

These solutions provide up-to-the-minute information on the whereabouts of assets, their utilization levels, and maintenance requirements, thereby boosting effectiveness. It utilizes GPS, RFID technologies, and IoT integration to provide precise, real-time information about the location and condition of equipment and materials.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Construction Equipment Safety Regulations Construction Machinery 52

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

According to Integrity Solutions , effective communication and relationship-building are critical in overcoming these challenges. Additionally, tools like Building Radar , with its AI-driven project identification, provide sales teams with early access to construction projects, which can be a game-changer in addressing these obstacles.

Stakeholder Engagement 52

Stakeholder Engagement Building Automation Building Optimization Project Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 2, 2023

Trimble solutions are helping connect and modernize all aspects of the design, build, operate and maintenance phases of construction projects worldwide. Visit the AEM website for more information about the event. Trimble is one of 24 participating AEM member companies that will showcase its innovations at the three-day event.

Construction Equipment 130

Construction Equipment Controls Manufacturing Building Optimization Project Management 130

iField Smart

JANUARY 21, 2025

These can lead to bottlenecks, misinterpretations, lack of information flow, and delayed responses. This information is scattered across multiple formats and devices. This leads to difficulties within information access that impedes decision-making and causes delays. How does AI help with quality control?

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 52

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Starting January 1, 2024, New York City building owners must conduct yearly inspections of their parapet walls to address any safety concerns. Unlike the Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP), which excludes buildings under six stories and follows a five-year inspection cycle, parapet observations must occur annually.

Inspection 116

Inspection Building Codes Safety Regulations Building Optimization 116

The Pro Builder

MAY 10, 2023

Built and concepted by LUXUS Design Build and its sister company studio g ARCHITECTURE , the exterior of the 7,575 SQFT contemporary home features a pool courtyard, multiple firepits, an outdoor kitchen, built-in pizza oven, upper deck living spaces and panoramic views of the city.

Stonework 130

Stonework Energy Efficiency Building Design Waterproofing Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 5, 2024

— Join Green Builder Media on Wednesday, July 17 at 2:00 ET for a free webinar on building net zero energy ready homes at an affordable pricepoint. Howard Building Science is building beautiful net zero energy ready homes in Granite Falls, N.C., Lake City, Colo. for around $200,000. Click here to reserve your seat.

Green Building 130

Green Building Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Optimization 130

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

In today’s evolving construction landscape, commercial bin rental services have become an integral part of sustainable building practices. Integration with building information modeling (BIM) systems allows for precise waste volume predictions and optimal container placement. </p>

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Green Building Material Handling 52

iField Smart

JULY 11, 2024

Additionally, the cumbersome storage and retrieval of physical drawings hinder effective information sharing among stakeholders. Data Analytics: Advanced software can analyze as-built data to identify trends, optimize building performance, and inform future projects.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Building Optimization 105