BDC Network

MARCH 29, 2024

Demystifying carbon offsets vs direct reductions 0 qpurcell Fri, 03/29/2024 - 11:18 Sustainability Chris Forney, Principal, Brightworks Sustainability, and Rob Atkinson, Senior Project Manager, IA Interior Architects, share the misconceptions about carbon offsets and identify opportunities for realizing a carbon-neutral building portfolio.

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Energy Efficiency Environmental Impact Assessment HVAC System Installation Building Standards 111

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

By Iltaz Alam and Marysusan Couturier Photo ©Chris Boswell/Dreamstime.com Ensuring a building’s durability and energy efficiency hinges on a continuous air barrier throughout the building enclosure. Properly implemented tie-ins enhance the energy efficiency and longevity of buildings and ensure the building envelope acts as one system.

Waterproofing Systems 52

Waterproofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Roofing Systems Building Materials 52

iField Smart

MAY 21, 2024

It provides construction managers, inspectors, and stakeholders with a centralized platform to efficiently manage inspections, track progress, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Inspectors may overlook critical checkpoints or fail to adhere to regulatory standards, leading to compliance issues and quality discrepancies.

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Inspection Construction Management Risk Management Quality Assurance 90

CCR Magazine

JULY 25, 2024

Advanced management services offer comprehensive solutions that can revolutionise how construction projects are executed, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Another aspect of the management services at this level is that they employ complex software to manage their projects.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management Quality Assurance 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The redesign also makes it easier to build a new environment that would reflect your brand. Enhance employee well-being: Lack of light, no presence of plants and flowers and the organization’s facility affect the health, satisfaction level and performance. Boost brand image: It creates first impression on your customers and talents.

Building Permits 52

Building Permits HVAC Systems Cost Control Quality Control 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Well-designed metal ductwork is crucial for managing airflow and maintaining good indoor air quality in modern buildings. However, the intricate planning and execution of duct systems requires in-depth mechanical engineering knowledge and adherence to strict HVAC codes and standards. Humidity control may also be integrated.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Steel Fabrication Energy Efficiency 52

BDC Network

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The owner initially hired a contractor to perform waterproofing repairs at the manufactured stone façade of the building. While performing these repairs, the contractor raised concerns to the owner regarding several stone units that appeared to be in a loose or unsound condition.

Masonry 52

Masonry Insurance Management Building Performance Measurement Building Code Compliance 52

iField Smart

APRIL 2, 2024

The Role of As-Built Drawings in Quality Assurance and Quality Control As-built drawings are accurate and exhaustive construction documents that portray the final state of construction. This leads to greater quality assurance and control for construction projects.

Quality Assurance 64

Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Code Compliance Cost Control 64

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 12, 2021

When specifying flooring, one should consider both sustainability and performance. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. From a performance standpoint, even a sustainably made floor must be installed correctly to be truly sustainable.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Building Resilience Flooring Systems Building Code Compliance 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

Features and integrations that used to be optional are now standard. Delivering High-Quality Software Customers assume that the software is of good quality, works smoothly and the bugs are eliminated. Cross-platform frameworks like React Native help, but often involve performance tradeoffs.

Quality Assurance 52

Quality Assurance Change Management Risk Management Building Automation 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Good quality control can result in significant cost and time savings. Therefore, it is in every owner’s interest to promote quality and require contractors who maintain the highest industry standards that are confirmed by certification, such as the ones offered by the American Concrete Institute (ACI). Quality Assurance.

Painting/finishing 49

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 21, 2024

Imagine stepping onto the sturdy, textured surface of an aircraft’s entryway or a firefighter’s truck step, where every detail counts towards safety and performance. By adhering to this standard, aluminium checker plates assure high quality and suitability for diverse industrial and decorative uses.

Material Handling 62

Material Handling Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Environmental Impact Assessment 62

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 31, 2019

LEAN Performance-based Construction Services Procurement and Project Delivery. Consistently Deliver Quality Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction Projects On-Time & On-Budget! ‘Ad hoc’ Methods Assuring that all roles, responsibilities, and processes are understood and consistently implemented drives efficiency.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Procurement Quality Assurance Building Performance Measurement 40

UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

Finally, to complete the installation, follow these steps: Measure and cut the second parts of the two-part trims. Maintenance Tips for uPVC Cladding Due to its low-maintenance quality, maintaining uPVC cladding is a simple task. Slot each subsequent board onto the one beneath, checking for full engagement and level alignment.

Painting/finishing 62

Painting/finishing Building Performance Measurement Building Products Distribution Maintenance 62

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Their managed WordPress internet hosting plans incorporate highlights like mechanized reinforcements, SSL certificates, and progressed security measures, guaranteeing a secure and dependable environment for your website. Both Elementor and Kinsta are known for their high-performance facilitating solutions.

Site Planning 52

Site Planning Building Performance Measurement Building Optimization Change Management 52

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 17, 2018

How two buildings in Seattle achieved high-strength concrete. This was surely the case for the Two Union Square building, in Seattle, Wash., Pacific First Center , also in Seattle, achieved a similar strength of 14,000 psi, with hyper focus on quality assurance, like its Two Union Square neighbor. Quality assurance.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 60

UK Construction Blog

JULY 28, 2023

Specialized contractors in Glasgow provide civil engineering services, building maintenance solutions, interior design fit outs and more. From large-scale infrastructure developments to bespoke residential projects, these firms have demonstrated their commitment to delivering high-quality results for their clients.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 28, 2023

Specialized contractors in Glasgow provide civil engineering services, building maintenance solutions, interior design fit outs and more. From large-scale infrastructure developments to bespoke residential projects, these firms have demonstrated their commitment to delivering high-quality results for their clients.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 52

CCR Magazine

JUNE 10, 2024

On the other hand, high-quality plumber services alleviate such fears. This can negatively impact their quality of life and productivity on the job. Inculcating these urban-rural measures assures your employees that their welfare matters to you. Clogged drains, leaky taps, or burst pipes can be extremely frustrating.

Plumbing 52

Plumbing Plumbing Systems Quality Assurance Energy Efficiency 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 6, 2022

BIM is all about the management of digital representations of buildings. Learn how to perform 2D and 3D takeoffs and find out how you can streamline the process for your team. . Quality and Field Management for Quality Managers. This is where a quality manager comes in. Take Class. Advancing Your BIM Career.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Project Management Quality Control 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The Building Quality Assurance Act, Wet Kwaliteitsborging voor het Bouwen , is set to be introduced in mid 2023 and will radically change the building system regulations for the Dutch built environment. Download the full white paper, How the Dutch construction industry can prepare for The Building Quality Assurance Act.

Quality Assurance 52

Quality Assurance Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 52

Job Order Contracting

JULY 1, 2019

The benefits of LEAN process adoption consistent include the optimized delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction projects. Furthermore, a locally researched UPB virtually assures a detailed scope of work for each work requirement. LEAN Processes Embedded with Enabling Technology.

Procurement 40

Procurement Lean Construction Facility Management Building Performance Measurement 40

Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Build quality: Caterpillar Boots have held their grounds on the build quality over the years. Build quality: These built-in USA Thorogood Boots give you two options to choose between: Tobacco oil-tanned leather and Trail Crazyhorse leather both of which are full-grain leather and the best of its types.

Waterproofing Systems 52

Waterproofing Systems Quality Assurance Steel Fabrication Quality Control 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 27, 2019

Thus usage of a UPB virtually assures a mutual detailed understanding of the scope of work required and also serves as a method to validate contractor and subcontractor quotes. A properly developed UPB is written in plain English and organized using the industry standard CSI Masterformat data architecture.

Cost Control 40

Cost Control Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Change Management 40

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2023

The post Uncover the Latest News on UK Building Trades Vacancies, Sisk UK Construction Losses, the Motorway Tunnel Near Stonehenge, Bam Restructuring to Lose 1,100 English Construction Jobs, and Visas for Foreign Construction Workers appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Vacancies predict the future. from £382.9m from €19.2m.

Government Works 52

Government Works Building Performance Measurement Building Permits Building Resilience 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 30, 2021

Mercury is a European contractor that builds and manages complex engineering projects that reimagine how people work and live in the built environment. The company is focused on applying the best standards of health, safety, and governance throughout the organisation to support colleagues. For us, peer-to-peer training was key.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Engineering Project Management Quality Control 52

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2016

Continuous monitoring – use of key performance indicators, KPIs. On-demand, On-time, On-budget performance. Meeting establish quality levels. It is the shared competency and expertise of all players, and the standardized information accessible by all, that enables superior outcomes. Assured adequate training levels.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance 40

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2016

Continuous monitoring – use of key performance indicators, KPIs. On-demand, On-time, On-budget performance. Meeting establish quality levels. It is the shared competency and expertise of all players, and the standardized information accessible by all, that enables superior outcomes. Assured adequate training levels.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance 40

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Historical and planned budgets also are evaluated to assure long term, consistent execution of the JOC program. A review of owner staff personnel is needed to assure proper availability to support both the technical (facility management/engineering) and purchasing administrative elements of the JOC program. Performance Period.

Contracts 40

Contracts Quality Assurance General Contracting Quality Control 40

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 93

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 93

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The J OCPB (JOC Price Book: reflects the current local costs in detail for construction tasks expected to be performed in the geographical area of the base contract with the primary use of developing a detailed line-item price. Labor line items are not to provide services, typically performed under a separate service or requirements contract.

Contracts 92

Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 92

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 2, 2017

IPD LEAN Construction JOB ORDER CONTRACTING – all are interrelated and all can lead to measurably improved outcomes for all participants. Respectful – Level of Trust / Build-up Relationships. ? Serves as the central liaison between the building users, contractors, and all team members. No Interruptions – One at a time. ?

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Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Contracts Material Storage 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

Subcontractor closeout happens next, and you should verify that all work has been completed up to your quality standards. All the work you did to engage with the client and build a relationship can be destroyed in this final phase. Equipment tracking software may be needed to account for all moveable equipment.

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Closeout Project Management Handover Risk Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

What it is, how it’s measured, why it matters, and how to improve it. Everything you need to know about construction quality and how to manage it. Quality is what separates the good from the bad. Both in our lives and in our work, quality is the defining factor in how we evaluate and are evaluated by others.

Construction Management 97

Construction Management Quality Assurance Closeout Quality Control 97

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Although extreme weather or forces beyond human control can impact budgets, in most cases, a project’s overrun is a result of inaccurate analysis or planning before building even starts. Measure Now. Inaccurate Project Estimates. Do your current processes give you the data you need to capture critical project information?

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Change Management Site Planning Budgeting 52

CivilJungle

APRIL 26, 2020

Also, read: How to Building Construction Process Step by Step. Also, read: Building Estimation Step by Step In Excel Sheet. Nervi to build a large number of pleasing structural forms. Fiber increases resilience, tensile strength, flexibility, along with other qualities. Cold Mix Asphalt. Ferro Cement Concrete.

Concrete Pouring 64

Concrete Pouring Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems 64

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Jeremy’s leadership qualities are also evident in his ability to inspire and motivate those around him. 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.

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Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 148