CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

A well-maintained roof protects the building and its contents and ensures the safety and comfort of occupants. Commercial buildings often undergo changes and expansions over time. This foresight can save you time and money when changes to the building become necessary.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Material Handling 52

Building Information Management

MARCH 31, 2015

Traditional design-bid-build and low-bid are inefficient and antagonistic. Owners, Contractors, and AEs are pit against one another from concept thru warranty. Construction cost estimating and project management software solutions for JOC, SABER, IDIQ have existed for over a decade. Failure to perform due diligence.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 53

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement Change Management Risk Management 53

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 105

Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 105

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 22, 2018

Manage estimates, budgets and forecasts. Accurately estimate and manage LEAN construction programs and associated renovation, repair, and minor new construction projects. Effectively and transparently track and manage budgets, forecast performance and progress, and create a collaborative procurement and cost/project management process.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Contracts Building Performance Measurement Lean Construction 40

UK Construction Blog

MAY 17, 2023

Meanwhile, warranty service provider for structures Build-Zone is celebrating its 20th year in the building industry as an insurer. Furthermore, there are indications that things are turning around in the building business in the UK. After Paul Kempton died in 2021, Peter became managing director.

Zoning 52

Zoning Insurance Management Warranty Structural Systems 52

In Eight

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Capital projects have long contended with blown budgets, compromised timelines, scope changes, design errors, change orders and inefficiencies, all exacerbated by manual practices. Project owners and construction managers stand to benefit from what these technologies can do to help minimize the risk of incurring expensive legal fees.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management Change Management Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Information Management

JUNE 2, 2016

It is owners that provide inaccurate and/or vague project requirements, create/support excessive numbers of change orders, fail to treat their service providers with respect, and lack the requisite ability to implement LEAN construction delivery methods. Focus upon Outcomes – Metrics, key performance indicators, KPIs.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

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

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

By David Hohenstern Photo by Dean Riggott/courtesy Sto Corp A renovation can be triggered by a wide range of factors: water intrusion issues, delaminating exterior finishes, cold walls, and new fire and energy performance regulations. These elements collectively form a high-performance exterior wall assembly.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems 52

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

JUNE 16, 2016

Facilities operations involving multiple sites and building types/ages can be efficiently managed with the right mix of global oversight and local execution as well as consistent application of LEAN best management practices.

Maintenance 40

Maintenance Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Sustainability 40

In Eight

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Traditional project management technologies limit this ability. Any exploration of construction technology must start with what it enables you to do as an owner or construction manager, the opportunities it opens up for improved project management and how your capital projects benefit. Proactive risk management.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

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

Building Information Management

MARCH 3, 2014

We prefer to sue each other, write up change orders, and hoard information vs. collaborate from day one throughout the life-cycle of a project and/or built structure. So why don’t we change? The “culture” of our sector is embedded our minds and it will take a major event to enable change. How do you measure success?

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Collaboration Change Management Building Performance Measurement 40

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 15, 2018

JOC Programs are competitively procured, performance-based, and supports long-term owner-contractor relationships. JOC’s history begins with the US Army in Europe in the 1980’s. Logistics Management Institute, September 1997, et al.). Smaller projects were taking up to 1 year to procure creating a growing backlog of work.

Contracts 40

Contracts Building Performance Measurement Procurement Quality Assurance 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 10, 2023

But buildings under construction have many moving parts and a lot of people put those parts into action. Tim Kelleher , Operational Standards & Innovation Manager at Brinkman Construction , is all about knowing where those parts are. Soon enough I was a full-time BIM Manager. A punch list is a great example of this.

Building Standards 52

Building Standards Construction Management Building Performance Measurement Project Management 52

Building Information Management

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

(Source: A report for the Government Construction Client Group Building Information Modelling (BIM) Working Party Strategy Paper March 2011). It is designed to be easily managed by organisations of any size and at any level of IT capability, allowing each of them to contribute efficiently to a single representation of the asset.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 55

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Facility Management Handover Building Commissioning 55

Jonas Construction

OCTOBER 7, 2021

They have timelines that are measured in years, and this leaves much room for error. Enter process management. Process management is important because it helps to improve overall operations. Project Initiation (Steps 1 – 2) The first stage of the project management life cycle is project initiation.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management 52

Building Radar

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Whether you’re a construction manager, contractor, architect, or just someone involved in a building project, understanding the terminology is crucial. Sustainable construction refers to building practices that aim to minimize the environmental impact of a project throughout its lifecycle.

General Contracting 52

General Contracting Building Code Compliance Building Materials Manufacturing Project Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

Problems like delayed change orders, poor communication and lost paperwork may make it harder to close out a project on time. The first step is to track every part of the project to streamline reviewing legal terms and change orders, for example. Common project closure problems may delay a completion date and final payment.

Closeout 52

Closeout Project Management Handover Risk Management 52

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2016

Continuous monitoring – use of key performance indicators, KPIs. On-demand, On-time, On-budget performance. Flexibility without excessive management and control. Flexibility is also important, as it allows construction related efforts to adapt to changing conditions/influences. Value-based procurement.

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. Flexibility without excessive management and control. Flexibility is also important, as it allows construction related efforts to adapt to changing conditions/influences. Value-based procurement.

Lean Construction 40

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

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. Construction managers may combine them with natural gas generators and use a hybrid system to run HVAC units when the supply is cut off.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment HVAC Systems Heavy Lifting Transportation Construction Machinery 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Oftentimes, overruns hint at deeper issues in project management and from schedules and budgets being set improperly from the very beginning of the project. 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.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Change Management Site Planning Budgeting 52

In Eight

APRIL 25, 2023

This is why more and more capital project contractors have begun turning to building information modeling (BIM) to gain efficiencies in time and effort that have long eluded them — and cost them in less-than-optimal project outcomes. Modeling has gone full-force, high-tech. This isn’t a solo exercise, however.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Building Materials Building Performance Measurement 52

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Spotting Foundation Trouble You begin by noticing subtle changes in your home’s structure that may indicate shifting foundations, necessitating immediate observation and careful evaluation.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Inspection Structural Systems Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

JOC is about performance! fewer change orders, increased response to warranty issues, virtually no legal disputes. move away from the low capture ratios and low profit world of traditional design-hard bid-build and achieve reasaonble payment for your effort and service. Performance incentives. Controlling costs.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement Contracts Cost Control 40

UK Construction Blog

MAY 25, 2023

covers faults and warranties, while £31.3m Karl Goose, UK & Ireland Managing Director, said Ferrovial Construction continues its strategic objective to grow sustainably in the UK and enhance profitability. The more change that occurs, the greater the support teams and the longer they need to be involved.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Development Building Performance Measurement Government Works 52

Specification Product Update

MAY 23, 2023

long A1 fire-rated porcelain deck plank balcony solution in the UK, especially suited to applications where the building height exceeds 11m, following the change of legislation for medium and high rise buildings. Dura Composites has today launched Dura Deck® Inspire , the first ever 1.8m

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Structural Systems 52

Work Gearz

JULY 26, 2021

Noise is measured in decibels (dB) with hearing beginning at 0 and 140 representing the level where you will feel actual physical pain. A dB is the unit used to measure the intensity of sound. A dB is the unit used to measure the intensity of sound. Decibel measurement uses a log scale. Safe volume management.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Heavy Lifting Transportation Change Management Warranty 52

Buildern

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

As a construction project management professional, you’ve probably searched for the best tool to systemize and automate estimating, bidding, scheduling, and communication processes. Indeed, construction project management requires careful consideration and implementation of the right tools to ensure a successful outcome.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Change Management Project Management Construction Management 52

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Facility management/engineering planning. Facility management/engineering should conduct a review of work that could be done to under the support of the JOC program and develop an estimated annual volume. Basic steps involved in JOC Program implementation include; Strategic evaluation of objectives, goals, and appropriateness.

Contracts 40

Contracts Quality Assurance General Contracting Quality Control 40

Building Information Management

JULY 20, 2012

The clearance zones for the accessible WC package are based on documents such as BS 6465: Part 2 Sanitary installations and Approved Document M of the Building Regulations (E&W). We have added a rich set of properties for construction and Facilities Management that are presented in a consistent and structured manner.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Property Management Controls Manufacturing Ceiling Systems 40

Building Information Management

APRIL 25, 2016

The guide may be obtained from Assistant Chief Of Staff (Installation Management), Attn: DAIM-FDF-M, 7701 Telegraph Road, Bldg. Contingencies such as changes in wage rates and the effect of inflation in option years are also covered in the coefficient when Economic Price Adjustment is not used. 2594, Alexandria, VA 22315-3800.

Contracts 40

Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 40

Practical Law Construction

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

This is coupled by a growing start up sector, which focuses on better materials (for example, sustainable concrete), better methods such as modular construction, and better project and contract management that rely on project software systems. This is good news and technology will play a key role in delivering the net zero agenda.

Procurement 52

Procurement Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction General Contracting 52

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Setting up a Job Order Contract Using Best Management Practices involves a mix of strategic and operational steps including a gap analysis of current and planned outcomes. . Contingencies such as changes in wage rates and the effect of inflation in option years are also covered in the coefficient when the UPB is not updated annually.

Contracts 40

Contracts General Contracting Estimating Quality Assurance 40

DRB Development Solutions

MARCH 25, 2020

Listed below are some programs and relief measures for small business owners. Changing Market Demand – Depending on the incident, there may be access controls or movement restrictions established which can impede your customers from reaching your business. We will continue to provide updates as they develop. By Stephen P.

Disaster Preparedness 52

Disaster Preparedness Site Planning Project Management Consulting Government Works 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 29, 2017

The guide may be obtained from Assistant Chief Of Staff (Installation Management), Attn: DAIM-FDF-M, 7701 Telegraph Road, Bldg. Contingencies such as changes in wage rates and the effect of inflation in option years are also covered in the coefficient when Economic Price Adjustment is not used. 2594, Alexandria, VA 22315-3800.

Contracts 40

Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 40

CivilJungle

MAY 3, 2022

Guarantee you select a flooring supplier with a triumphant pedigree, prefer and utilize sustainable material, assure their floor, and perform ethically, professionally, and frankly. Bamboo Fades Over Time and Changes Color. And If appropriately inaugurated and managed for, a bamboo floor (like hardwood) can last much elongate.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Quality Assurance Land Use Regulations 52