Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 5, 2024

We continue to grow and scale our impact through solutions and services that enable a more resilient and sustainable future for our customers and communities. We are focused on building on this momentum and using every avenue to decarbonize the water sector, accelerate water stewardship, and advance water and sanitation access for all.”

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CCR Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

In addition, Building Information Modeling (BIM) fosters cooperation through the provision of a shared digital representation of the building. Sustainable and Resilient Healthcare Facility Design Most projects aim to achieve their LEED(Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification. </p>

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 52

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 7, 2024

He is planting vegetation to help make Rockaway Beach more resilient to coastal storm erosion and flooding. The Army Corps is collaborating with RISE and other partners to make Rockaway Beach more resilient to coastal storm erosion and flooding that has increased due to more frequent and stronger coastal storms. Credit: RISE.

Risk Management 246

Risk Management Energy Conservation Project Management Building Performance Measurement 246

Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

California’s office tower (W)rapper is named after its wrapping steel exoskeleton, which provides support to the 16-story building. The building is not significant just for its appearance, but also for its sustainability features. This design allows the building to respond and move safely during seismic events.

Flooring Systems 90

Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement Energy Conservation Structural Systems 90

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 19, 2023

WSP USA, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy, built the ClimateVue suite of tools to help clients improve their resilience practices by monitoring future rainfall trends, help communities visualize potential impacts and create mitigation plans while providing local leaders with real-time management tools. “WSP

Sustainability 100

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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. A facility owner and management team are pivotal in this transition.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

BDC Network

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

5 things developers should know about mass timber 0 qpurcell Thu, 02/15/2024 - 13:36 Mass Timber Gensler's Erik Barth, architect and regional design resilience leader, shares considerations for developers when looking at mass timber solutions. To mitigate the worst effects of climate change, we must make buildings less carbon intensive.

Building Materials Manufacturing 111

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

For example, a ceiling composed of a mineral fiber panel that uses PCM technology can reduce energy costs and decrease consumption by up to 15 percent (according to measured cooling energy savings in lab tests). Concrete, brick, and stone have high thermal mass, absorbing and releasing substantial amounts of heat.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems HVAC Systems 52

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

By Chris Bennett, iSCS, CDT, James Longo, iSCS, and Keith Robinson, RSW, FCSC, FCSI, LEED AP RSW, FCSC, FCSI Photo by Magda Biernat Photography Concrete floors are used in wide-ranging facilities, such as industrial data centers, commercial high-rise buildings, and residential homes.

Building Performance Measurement 59

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BDC Network

JUNE 7, 2024

Today, weather events are more intense, more damaging, and more disruptive than ever. This approach results in “less bad” rather than high-performance, net positive environmental outcomes. It measures what was achieved after the design is fully baked. The library rises from the bluff, just as he rose in the Badlands.

Energy Conservation 90

Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Building Materials 90

Construction Specifier

JUNE 25, 2024

and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.

Fire Protection System Installation 59

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Building Codes 59

Roads Online

MARCH 14, 2024

Image: Shutterstock.com/Arina P Habich, and Quest Events. Material provided by Quest Events Emerging gaps between infrastructure investment in major cities and regional areas are a perennial risk and ongoing barrier in Australia. This approach improves the sustainability, resilience, and overall quality of life for residents.”

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 12, 2021

How do you measure project success? For many of us, it’s easy to see financials as a leading indicator of performance. In fact, 43% of construction firms prioritize immediate financial goals over organizational resilience. Clearly, pure financials should not be the main indicator of performance. And by how much?

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Project Management Consulting Schedule Management Building Standards 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 8, 2024

Whether you own office buildings, retail spaces, or industrial properties, ensuring the health of your sewer system can save you from costly repairs down the line. Real-World Application : A commercial building experienced unexplained water pooling in its basement. When should sewer pipe inspections be performed?

Inspection 52

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 21, 2023

While it's not a given that another economic slump is on the horizon, you should still implement proactive measures to recession-proof your business. In this article, we'll unpack the essentials of building resilience in the construction sector. Taking these steps isn't about fear or pessimism—it just means you're prepared.

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In Eight

AUGUST 1, 2023

Everything that goes into a construction project — building materials, construction supplies, equipment — comes at a cost. The randomness of weather- or disaster-related events further threatens supply stateside. Cost escalations are inevitable during long-term capital builds. Sometimes it’s gradual.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Cost Control Building Performance Measurement Project Management 52

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

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Construction Daily News

APRIL 25, 2024

Many have preventive or emergency measures to bring loss as close to zero as possible. Importance of Backup Equipment Backup equipment is plan B for your emergency measures. Because of these hefty costs, organizations can’t afford downtime. It prompts project delays, which merit another negotiation with the client.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment HVAC Systems Heavy Lifting Transportation Construction Machinery 52

Stok

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

While most of this asset-level work explores office and multifamily space, I’ve studied retail space as well, finding evidence of business benefits to the tenants in certified buildings as well as confirming similar findings for REITs holding environmentally-certified retail space. I’m currently focused on three studies.

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Government Works Green Building Building Resilience 52

Stok

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

While most of this asset-level work explores office and multifamily space, I’ve studied retail space as well, finding evidence of business benefits to the tenants in certified buildings as well as confirming similar findings for REITs holding environmentally-certified retail space. I’m currently focused on three studies.

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Government Works Green Building Building Resilience 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

a civil engineering firm focused on sanitary sewer systems, as a stop-gap measure until she could find a career more suited to her structural engineering ambition. 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

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Sourced from hundreds of nominations from across the globe, this year’s list is comprised of a diverse group of individuals who demonstrated innovation, resilience, and creativity. Reusing things that would otherwise go to waste is proving to be a better alternative to traditional methods of sourcing building materials. View list.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Project Management Cost Control Construction Management 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 25, 2023

World events have an enormous impact on our industry in 2022. As we face these circumstances with the rest of our business, our goal has been financial certainty and resilience. To change this, leaders urged Ankura that the UK Government must take measured risks to advance. New build work rose 0.7% in March, offsetting 0.6%

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Development Building Performance Measurement Government Works 52

Roads Online

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The National Transport Research Organisation (NTRO) has recently completed its 2023 Global Transport Collaboration program, trekking across Europe in search of innovations to support the safety, resiliency, sustainability and automation of Australia’s transport network. Its vitally important to understand the performance characteristics.

Infrastructure Development 105

Infrastructure Development Building Products Distribution Government Works Public Works 105

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. He co-led the evaluation and deployment of Autodesk Build as DPR's collaborative project management solution.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

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

Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

As more states struggle with extreme weather events, the 2017 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard gives state-level policymakers a road map for building stronger and more-resilient communities. In addition, Florida is preparing to implement a stronger state building code with a major emphasis on energy efficiency.

Energy Efficiency 43

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CivilJungle

MAY 27, 2021

It is moreover recognized as resilient flooring. It elevates the complete arrival of the place and performances as a piece of attraction. The distribution of light across the centre of a building will transform what would otherwise be a drab, claustrophobic inner. Glass Flooring. Fluids are very rapidly drained away.

Maintenance 52

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

This year’s virtual event rallies around one unforgettable theme: Don’t wait for progress. Sustainable building. Massive amounts of data are created from project inception to design, planning, building, closeout, operations and beyond. If you haven’t heard, registration for Autodesk University 2021 (AU) is now open!

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

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

CivilJungle

MARCH 1, 2021

Curing performs a crucial role in the growth as well as the resilience of concrete strengths. Maintaining an appropriate temperature often performs a crucial function in concrete, which can not be cooler than 50C. What Is Curing of Concrete? Concrete shall be maintained moist for a minimum of 28 days. Moist Coverings-.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

If the resilience seen this year has shown construction professionals anything, it’s that this industry, and the people who work in it, are remarkable. Christian Paul , Gilbane Building Company. Her teams are even recognized for being high-performing, cohesive, and innovative—a testament to her strong leadership style. .

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

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DRB Development Solutions

MARCH 25, 2020

Listed below are some programs and relief measures for small business owners. Insurance Coverage Issues – Many businesses have business interruption insurance; Now is the time to contact your insurance agent to review your policy to understand precisely what you are and are not covered for in the event of an extended incident.

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Building Information Management

DECEMBER 2, 2012

Building information modeling (BIM) is beginning to fundamentally change the building industry in a very positive way. In addition to this Chris was also the creator of, and innovator behind, the AISC’s annual showcase event, SteelDay (www.SteelDay.org). Monday and Tuesday: Board, Council and Committee Meetings.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 45

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management Consulting Facility Management 45

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 2, 2012

Building information modeling (BIM) is beginning to fundamentally change the building industry in a very positive way. In addition to this Chris was also the creator of, and innovator behind, the AISC’s annual showcase event, SteelDay (www.SteelDay.org). Monday and Tuesday: Board, Council and Committee Meetings.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management Consulting Facility Management 40

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Standardized cost databases have been introduced based upon MasterFormat that enable construction owners, service providers, building product manufactures, and technology providers to improve cost visibility and also expand upon using historical and/or custom cost data. Measured Drawing Information. design/negotiate/build).

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Standardized cost databases have been introduced based upon MasterFormat that enable construction owners, service providers, building product manufactures, and technology providers to improve cost visibility and also expand upon using historical and/or custom cost data. Measured Drawing Information. design/negotiate/build).

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Stok

JANUARY 31, 2019

Companies like Comfy and PLASTARC that provide data-drive tech solutions for occupant experience have exploded in the past years, and more projects are shifting toward Monitoring Based Commissioning (MBCx) as an ongoing performance solution by keeping a continuous pulse on comprehensive building data. This progression makes sense.

Real Estate Development 73

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 12, 2017

Increased investment in on-site renewable and electric storage may be driven by increasing interest in net zero energy buildings and facility resilience. Fifty-four percent of organizations are planning to achieve near zero, net zero or energy positive status for at least one building within the next 10 years.

Energy Efficiency 40

Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Facility Management 40