CCR Magazine

MARCH 21, 2024

Water waste in commercial buildings is a pressing issue that directly impacts not only utility costs but the environment as well. As industries strive towards sustainability, there are effective measures you can take to ensure your commercial space is part of the solution.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Environmental Impact Assessment Facility Management Building Performance Measurement 52

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Sustainable Facilities Management will require a fundamental change in mindset. AECOO = Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owners, Operators) What are the barriers? – System thinking requires a fundamental change in mindset for current AECOO players. . Time for real change?

Facility Management 52

Facility Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Sustainability Property Management 52

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.

Sustainability 100

Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management Consulting Risk Management 100

West Shore Construction

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

With the Atlantic Hurricane Season bringing potential devastation every year, the state has continuously worked to improve its infrastructure, laws, and resources to help homeowners protect their properties and lives. This often left homeowners without the necessary protective measures, increasing their vulnerability during hurricane season.

Insurance Management 98

Insurance Management Roofing Systems Structural Systems Building Code Compliance 98

CCR Magazine

APRIL 23, 2024

Demolishing a building is a complex process that involves careful planning and execution to ensure safety and efficiency. This task requires a meticulous approach to handling various materials, managing debris, and minimizing environmental impact. This evaluation helps to determine the most appropriate demolition method.

Building Controls 52

Building Controls Environmental Impact Assessment Material Handling Safety Regulations 52

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.

Energy Efficiency 111

Energy Efficiency Environmental Impact Assessment HVAC System Installation Building Standards 111

Construction Daily News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

This building serves as a focal point for ongoing revitalization efforts in the area, combining cultural heritage with modern developments. These changes are not only setting the stage for new businesses but also revitalizing community engagement and economic growth in the historic district.

Historic Preservation 52

Historic Preservation Real Estate Development Building Commissioning Building Design 52

UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2023

The post Benefits of Retro-Commissioning Your Buildings appeared first on UK Construction Blog. You can learn more about the solution here , while in this article we are going to discuss potential benefits of retro-commissioning your buildings. Let’s investigate some major profits you may receive after retro-commissioning a building.

Building Commissioning 62

Building Commissioning Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems 62

Building Information Management

OCTOBER 26, 2015

To meet their responsibilities as stakeholders of the built environment ( facilities and other built structures ), public sector owners need to have the ability to determine the number, total cost, and measure the performance of renovation, repair, maintenance, sustainability, and construction projects.

Property Management 45

Property Management Estimating Construction Management Structural Systems 45

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 24, 2021

Facilities management professionals… here is an introduction to a LEAN Implementation ROADMAP for CONSTRUCTION, including all the processes, tools, and support services you need to consistently drive quality, on-time, and on-budget repair, renovation, and new builds. LEAN is a philosophy dating back as far as Henry Ford.

Lean Construction 59

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Property Management 59

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 9, 2020

As architects design new high-rise buildings taller and with more complexity, producers are challenged to deliver ready-mix concrete that can be pumped, placed, and finished effectively for these structures. What are your current mix proportions and performance and associated costs? Does it perform how we need it to in the field?

Building Optimization 125

Building Optimization Building Performance Measurement Painting/finishing Structural Systems 125

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

The sensor data will be transmitted to an office on the same property or a thousand miles away, allowing engineers to monitor the jobsite without being on-site. The data and scans obtained through this technology are critical to understanding an area’s architecture and infrastructure and how it changes over time.

Structural Systems 262

Structural Systems Landscaping Engineering Foundation Systems 262

Specification Product Update

JULY 21, 2023

The new line will enable contractors, designers and specifiers to choose materials with zero impact on climate change, promoting more ethical and conscientious choices. The team measures the impacts products have on the environment throughout their life-cycle using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methods.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement Renewable Energy Systems Change Management 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

To meet their responsibilities as stakeholders of the built environment ( facilities and other built structures ), public sector owners need to have the ability create credible construction cost estimate for ALL repair, renovation, maintenance (FSRM), and new build projects. T The following figure, for example, was produced in 1972.

Estimating 88

Estimating Structural Systems Schedule Management Risk Management 88

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Most companies implement modern software, AI, AR/VR algorithms, and other technologies to free performers from a range of challenges and stay competitive in the ever-changing niche. Digital solutions reshape the building industry and make it more flexible. Digital solutions improve modeling performance as well.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 48

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Risk Management Site Planning 48

CCR Magazine

JUNE 12, 2024

In recent years, sustainable development has gained importance for the development of the whole world due to the existing problems such as climate change, and depletion of the earth’s resources among others. Energizing work of the elements that involves passive approaches such as design forms that enhance energy performance are also crucial.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 30, 2024

Ever wondered who’s behind those stunning glass windows and sleek architectural features in modern buildings? Precision and accuracy are necessary when measuring, cutting, and fitting glass. In commercial settings, you’ll work on building facades, storefronts, and curtain walls. That’s the work of a glazier.

Material Handling 52

Material Handling Building Performance Measurement Safety Regulations Health Regulations 52

CCR Magazine

JUNE 12, 2024

Commercial building renovations are pivotal in maintaining and enhancing the functionality, aesthetics, and value of properties. Whether updating an office building, refurbishing a retail space, or modernizing an industrial facility, the process requires careful planning, skilled execution, and a clear understanding of the goals.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 31, 2024

Whether you’re building new structures or remodeling old ones, understanding construction law is crucial to keep your projects running smoothly and avoid any legal hiccups. Understanding Construction Contracts Construction contracts are the backbone of any building or renovation project.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Safety Regulations Building Permits Land Use Regulations 52

CCR Magazine

JUNE 26, 2024

Understanding Common Insurance Claims General contractors face various risks that could result in insurance claims, the most prevalent of which are property damage, bodily injuries, and professional liability claims. Gaining insight into these common claims and when they may arise is the key to effectively mitigating them.

Insurance Management 40

Insurance Management Risk Management Safety Regulations General Contracting 40

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Five key areas are critical to effecting significant, long-term improve in construction (repair, renovation, maintenance, new builds) outcomes. Leadership A strategic plan Focus on process Knowledge management Enabling technology. It is a fundamental change in how organizations function internally and with each other.

Lean Construction 68

Lean Construction Property Management Procurement Change Management 68

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

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 29, 2024

The increasing awareness of environmental impacts caused by consumption has heightened interest in sustainability and green practices, particularly in the building and construction industry. Such designs reduce the building’s carbon footprint and ensure efficient energy use, setting a standard for future construction projects to follow.

Renewable Energy Systems 62

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Green Building Building Materials Manufacturing 62

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 9, 2020

As architects design new high-rise buildings taller and with more complexity, producers are challenged to deliver ready-mix concrete that can be pumped, placed, and finished effectively for these structures. What are your current mix proportions and performance and associated costs? Does it perform how we need it to in the field?

Building Optimization 78

Building Optimization Building Performance Measurement Project Management Consulting Painting/finishing 78

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 9, 2020

As architects design new high-rise buildings taller and with more complexity, producers are challenged to deliver ready-mix concrete that can be pumped, placed, and finished effectively for these structures. What are your current mix proportions and performance and associated costs? Does it perform how we need it to in the field?

Building Optimization 78

Building Optimization Building Performance Measurement Project Management Consulting Painting/finishing 78

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors are now crucial considerations for developers, funders, building contractors, and investors alike. The key components of this provision are as follows: Climate Change Requirements: These are to be adhered to by the contractor as per the project’s scope.

Contracts 52

Contracts Sustainability Building Performance Measurement Change Management 52

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 10, 2021

Research has readily noted the causal factors for the relative lack of adoption of Lean across the construction and facilities management sectors. An assessment of clients’ performance in having efficient building process in Uganda. Journal of Civil Engineering and Management, 14(2), 73–78. References: Abdelhamid, T.

Lean Construction 65

Lean Construction Building Products Distribution Project Management Construction Management 65

Construction Daily News

JUNE 27, 2024

Planning oversights, misplaced sections, and acoustical defects caused it to be significantly more expensive to build and longer to perfect than initially thought. Mistakes are a fact of life for fallible construction professionals, real estate developers and property owners. AR superimposes digital data in a real-world setting.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Real Estate Development Building Performance Measurement Construction Equipment 52

Stok

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

After the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) identified this decade as the final window to counteract catastrophic climate effects, 2020 saw a global explosion of private and public entities signing onto bold climate action commitments. building asset consumption data, purchased goods and services, waste, embodied carbon).

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Renewable Energy Systems Stakeholder Engagement Electrical Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 9, 2024

The post Uncover the Latest News on UK Construction Expansion and Accessible Building appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The Conservatives lost 240 seats and 11 cabinet ministers, their worst performance ever. The Labour manifesto includes measures to boost UK construction output in the residential, energy, and utility sectors.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Building Materials Building Codes Building Standards 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 30, 2018

An understanding of LEAN fundamentals and their application to O&M and overall Facilities Management is of great benefit to all participants and stakeholders. Shared, performance-based risk/reward. Promoting awareness and education with respect to LEAN O&M best management practices would drive significantly improved outcomes.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Facility Management Project Management Construction Management 40

Practical Law Construction

JUNE 15, 2021

The NABERS UK system focuses on the energy efficiency of office buildings when they are in use, to gauge actual performance in a way that is comparable with similar buildings. The scheme seeks to close the existing gap between theoretical design-based energy performance and actual in-use energy performance.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Contracts Energy Efficiency Building Design 52

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 13, 2019

The OpenJOC(TM) Solution virtually eliminates the slow, costly, error prone, inefficient practices associated with design-bid-build, lowest bidder, and other traditional construction delivery methods. Key Performance Metrics. It embodies all of the fundamental aspects of LEAN construction, including: Collaboration. Shared Risk/Reward.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement Procurement Property Management 40

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 31, 2019

LEAN Performance-based Construction Services Procurement and Project Delivery. Appropriate Program, Project, Estimate, Document, and Workflow Management are equally important technology attributes. Inadequate Training & Leadership: While LEAN processes are far from complex, they do require significant change management.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Procurement Quality Assurance Building Performance Measurement 40

CivilJungle

MAY 28, 2021

Construction is the methodology of developing a building or infrastructure. What is Building Construction? Building development is the methodology of addition of structure to property. The overwhelming majority of building construction projects are bijou renovations, like incrporation of a room, or repair of a bathroom.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Building Permits Project Management Consulting 52

Building Information Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2016

The efficient renovation, repair, maintenance and new construction of facilities and infrastructure has proven an insurmountable challenge for most real property Owners. Change management . Risk/reward is shared an additional work and resources are allocated based upon performance. Owner Roadblock.

Facility Management 45

Facility Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement Property Management 45

Buildern

MAY 4, 2023

Importance of Construction Terminology Building terms and unique collocations are like the secret sauce that makes communication in the industry smooth and efficient. Think of it like building a sturdy foundation for your knowledge. Get ready to explore the building blocks of construction and the fancy words that come with them!

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Heavy Lifting Transportation 52