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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.
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Safety Services Company
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Accidents and injuries not only disrupt productivity but also escalate costs and potentially lead to legal repercussions. By proactively adopting control measures, you can cultivate a culture of safety that safeguards your workers and underpins a thriving business. It’s time to rewrite these narratives.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 22, 2024
The partnership builds on Bentley’s recent acquisition of Cesium , the foundational open platform for creating powerful 3D geospatial applications. By integrating 3D geospatial data with Cesium and Bentley’s iTwin platform, stakeholders can visualize their assets, both existing and planned, in full, real-world context.
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BDC Network
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Dean Lewis, Graham Finch, and David Simkins Contractors Mass Timber Moisture Protection Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Mass timber has gained popularity as a building material praised for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal. Here are five tips for successful water mitigation in mass timber construction.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Others have pinpointed spiraling labor costs, inflation, and interest rate rises as major risks on the horizon. Traditional design-bid-build models where the burden of risk was principally shouldered by contractors are gradually giving way to more collaborative models where risks and responsibilities are more evenly shared.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 17, 2024
fraught with rising costs, material challenges, and labor struggles—the pressure to answer these questions correctly becomes even greater. increase in equipment costs, and labor wages rose 3.4%. of construction materials in the RSMeans database experienced a significant cost increase, with an average increase of 19%.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 14, 2023
. – After a long, stormy winter, drivers are faced with dodging potholes or suffering the consequences of damage to their vehicles, but a first-of its-kind quality control tool may help increase the quality of pavement and keep those potholes, ruts and cracks from forming.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 10, 2024
We plan and prepare as best we can but the unpredictable nature of geology can surprise us at any moment. km twin-tube tunnel that will have 10, 15-m-long cross passages and three technical buildings, each of which is 16.8-m So tunnel construction requires versatility, agility, efficiency and accuracy.”
Construction Marketing
MAY 17, 2023
These tools enable construction professionals to rethink every aspect of project planning, execution, and collaboration, whether it be through the use of project management software, virtual reality (VR), or building information modeling (BIM). QR codes have emerged as a valuable asset in promoting safe practices.
LetsBuild
MAY 26, 2023
For example, you can adopt green building and technology solutions to ensure optimal energy performance and site efficiency. Sustainable construction is an approach to building and construction that emphasises reduced waste production, energy consumption, and material use. Why is sustainable construction important?
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LetsBuild
JUNE 9, 2023
Today, construction teams rely on Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create and manage information during the entire lifecycle of a project. In this case, you can use the plan vs actual data comparison tool to track your performance and power your team.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 31, 2023
Designed by the architecture firm, Brooks + Scarpa, this innovative project defies traditional apartment buildings by creating a welcoming cube design that prioritizes communal spaces with a courtyard which is open to the street. The mixed-use building features 279 m 2 (3,000 sf) of retail space and dedicates 12 units for low-income tenants.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 25, 2023
The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners.
iField Smart
MAY 14, 2024
As project requirements evolve and expand, legacy systems may struggle to accommodate increased data volume, user traffic, or complex project workflows, leading to performance issues and bottlenecks. Limited Scalability : Legacy software may lack the scalability needed to support growing construction firms or large-scale projects.
iField Smart
JULY 11, 2024
Manual on-site surveys, prone to human error, are required to verify measurements and identify discrepancies between the original plans and the actual construction. Data Analytics: Advanced software can analyze as-built data to identify trends, optimize building performance, and inform future projects.
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Costs are driven up. Variables that go out of control throw off the schedule. A lot can disrupt what the plan was/is for a project. Ensure a clear understanding and that all stakeholders know and agree with the plan. Deliver superior performance by setting the most realistic goals for the project.
BDC Network
JUNE 7, 2024
Unless we change business as usual, these impacts will increase at a pace out of our control. 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. Because T.R. s arena of action. s conservation legacy.
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.
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iField Smart
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Among these, construction management software (CMS) has become an indispensable tool, revolutionizing project planning, execution, and monitoring. Cost Estimation and Budgeting: CMS enables accurate cost estimates, expense tracking, and budget management throughout the project lifecycle, often integrating with accounting software.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
At Autodesk, we believe that the more insights we can empower field and project teams with, the better and safer everyone can build. More visibility into the field workforce means teams can track, measure, and then improve productivity while better mitigating risk.? . You can read more about the investment news here.? .
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 18, 2024
Our latest white paper, ‘Building Net Zero and The Role of Data in Green Construction’ , investigates the current landscape for sustainability in construction across APAC – as well as potential solutions. The manufacturing, construction and building sectors account for 17% and 4% of GHG emissions in the region respectively.
iField Smart
APRIL 30, 2024
Field inspections are pivotal to ensure construction activities are carried out within regulations and standards for the building process to continue without any issues. Several challenges can impede effectiveness and efficiency of construction projects using old construction site inspection software.
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Jonas Construction
JULY 30, 2024
There’s lots of detailed planning before it starts and the risks are high – arguably even higher in auto racing due to the fatal risks for the driver. By having accurate, up-to-date project status and cost data, project managers can identify potential delays, budget overruns, and resource misallocation early on.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 9, 2024
We adopted new technologies, embraced sustainable building practices, and were more vocal about the benefits of working in the AEC field. By leveraging 3D models in the field, teams can walk the projects, and ensure constructability and maintainability without having to wait for a designer to be brought on site.
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.
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Job Order Contracting
MARCH 4, 2022
It has done virtually nothing to measurably impact the repair, renovation, maintenance, and construction of the built environment. Robust tools and processes have existing for decades that can assure quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds are consistent delivered on-time and on-budget. Take BIM for example.
Construction Marketing
JUNE 13, 2022
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is a certification that aids in improving building performance and reduces the impact on the environment. LEED certification verification means a building has been designed and constructed using strategies to improve performance across all metrics under LEED’s five main categories.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 20, 2023
A credible construction cost estimate is required prior to engaging in procurement. The follow elements are common to a credible construction cost estimate. Credible Cost Estimate Core Elements #1 Objectivity – The information used and those invovled in the creation of the construction cost estimate must be objective.
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Commercial Construction Blog
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Yet, with strategic planning, collaboration, and communication, we have learned how to collaborate to proactively manage these risks, ensuring smoother project delivery and protecting investments. This early planning minimizes the risk of disruptions and keeps the project aligned with its budget and schedule.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 6, 2024
Construction surveyors play a pivotal role in the planning, execution, verification, and maintenance of construction projects. Defining Construction Surveying Construction surveying , also known as building surveying, focuses on the precise measurement, design, and verification of construction projects.
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Roads Online
DECEMBER 17, 2023
“Installing a PDS onto a roller can help prevent injury or damage on every job site. Hamm can now provide a standardised gateway for fully integrated proximity detection and control. Accurate data and information Wirtgen is also working to further develop its WPT technology, or ‘Wirtgen Performance Tracker’.
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 9, 2024
This includes expert utilization of advanced plumbing systems to enhance building performance. Their trailblazing efforts have significantly shifted the dynamics of the industry, providing cost-effective and reliable plumbing for businesses. These buildings require complex plumbing systems.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
This month, we have more than 35 product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products, including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, ProEst, BuildingConnected, Assemble, and BIM 360. Notification | Advanced Settings – Personalize Autodesk Build email notifications so teams stay on the same page.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 4, 2022
With 3D printers now capable of printing building walls and processing cement, the technology could help reshape construction as we know it. Prior to the adoption of building information modeling (BIM) , 3D printing was even used by architectural firms to build scale models. Construction took just 17 days. billion by 2024.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Even when people are inside, it is hard to block out intruding and distracting noises within the space people are in; noise coming from adjacent rooms, areas above or below, or from hallways; or even from outside the building. The purpose of the building determines what types of noise pollution creates “pain points” for occupants.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 10, 2024
His professional journey is marked by a dedication to the principles of participatory planning and co-design strategies, which he seamlessly integrates into practice. 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.
CCR Magazine
MAY 15, 2024
Key Takeaways: Advanced excavation techniques enhance precision and safety with technologies like GPS-guided machinery and remote-controlled equipment. Best practices, including careful planning and proper equipment selection, maximize efficiency and ensure compliance.
GCP Applied Technologies
MAY 14, 2018
One of the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association’s (NRMCA) goals is to advance the industry away from prescriptive specifications into more versatile performance specifications†. But first, let's look at the difference between prescriptive specifications and performance specifications, as they pertain to concrete. May 14, 2018.
CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Starting a construction project is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and consideration. Begin by estimating the costs involved in every aspect of the project, from materials and labor to permits and equipment. Delays can lead to increased costs, contractual disputes, and frustration among stakeholders.
iField Smart
AUGUST 4, 2024
Challenges in Traditional On-Site Reporting: The Paperwork Bottleneck : Before diving into the benefits of CDR and CDPR software, it’s important to understand the pain points they address. Analyzing this fragmented data to identify trends, anticipate problems, or measure progress becomes a time-consuming and inefficient task.
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 3, 2020
Robust LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery tools and services are readily available. Various forms of LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery have a track record spanning as long as decades and include integrated project delivery, IPD, LEAN job order contracting, JOC, and alliance contracting.
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. Most Army and DoD JOC Program specify “RS Means” cost data. 5117.9001 Definitions.
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Stok
MARCH 28, 2019
Given that buildings account for 39% of CO2 emissions in the United States, one of the foremost objectives in the sustainable building industry is to eliminate or reduce our built environment’s carbon emissions. The question is, how do we work towards carbon neutrality in buildings? Energy Storage: Buildings as Batteries.
UK Construction Blog
APRIL 25, 2024
Planning a renovation or demolition project? This guide will help you understand how this process adds value to your project by saving costs, adhering to environmental standards, and simplifying the renovation journey. Safety is a cornerstone of any soft strip demolition project.
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