CivilJungle

JANUARY 5, 2021

Structural Audit Definition. Structural Audit can be defined as a very important approach to understanding the distress level or condition of any existing civil engineering structure or a building. Structural Audit of Residential Building.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Structural Systems Painting/finishing Building Codes 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 30, 2022

Furthermore, measuring accuracy is impossible as there is no datum. Definition of VALIDITY – the quality of being logically or factually sound; soundness or cogency; the state of being legally or officially binding or acceptable. The reason is simple, an estimate, by nature, is an approximation. and oversight groups.

Estimating 105

Estimating Lean Construction Cost Control Building Performance Measurement 105

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 21, 2023

This requires building trust and respect among team members, a culture that promotes high performance, systems thinking, and a robust suite of processes, workflows, and tools. The quality of the outcome, defined by quantitative and qualitative metrics, is the measure of success.

Facility Management 98

Facility Management Sustainability Maintenance Building Performance Measurement 98

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

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 20, 2017

Job Order Contracting BASIC DEFINITIONS. All laws, statutes, recent building codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, and lawful orders of all public authorities having jurisdiction over the Real Property Owner/Facilities Management, Contractor, Subcontractor, the Project/Job Order, Work, etc. APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS. JOB ORDER TIME.

Contracts 40

Contracts General Contracting Building Performance Measurement Schedule Management 40

Building Information Management

JULY 16, 2012

July 16th, 2012 – NIBS Report - National Institute of Building Sciences Consultative Council . Per the NIBS Consultative Council there are four areas where our industry needs to focus highlights four in order to improve buildings and infrastructure. Defining High-Performance and Common Metrics.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 81

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Code Compliance Project Management Consulting Building Codes 81

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Our industry is performing at historic levels in 2024, but, while the AEC industry as a whole is experiencing an upward trend, there are still many challenges ahead of us as we navigate the future. I believe one of the major changes that will come as a result of this shifting landscape is an even greater emphasis on time as a measure of ROI.

Landscaping 130

Landscaping Building Performance Measurement Building Standards 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

As a result, we lose a lot of the hard work performed in one phase and in many ways start over in the next phase–with less fidelity and detail. Cohesive and complete data sets can also ensure that we are measuring the complete carbon footprint of an asset, from project delivery to construction to operations and potential decommissioning.

Stakeholder Engagement 130

Stakeholder Engagement Structural Systems Building Performance Measurement Foundation Systems 130

BDC Network

JULY 17, 2023

Jacob D’Albora, Director of Digital Building Operations Augmented Reality Big Data BIM and Information Technology In the fast-paced world of digital transformation, organizations from all industries are embracing innovative technologies to revolutionize their operations. Key Results: Implement integrated project management software.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Handover Building Optimization Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Below, a list of terms and definitions being submitted for voting is just one of several important initiatives. Building Information Modeling Model Management. Building Information Model: Is the DIGITAL REPRESENTATION of physical and functional characteristics of a facility. General Buildings Information Handover Guide.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Materials Manufacturing Building Products Distribution 40

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 4, 2019

BIM (Building Information Modeling) is the efficient management of the life-cycle of the built environment supported by digital technology. It’s important to not that “3D” or “3D visualization” is not include in this core definition of BIM.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 55

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Facility Management Building Performance Measurement Lean Construction 55

CivilJungle

APRIL 27, 2023

An entire station is a combination of a digital theodolite, an electronic distance measuring device (EDM) and a microprocessor with a memory unit. When the Digital theodolite has been used with a built-in electronic distance-measuring unit, the birth of this new concept in fully automated surveying started.

Surveying 98

Surveying Building Performance Measurement Mapping Foundation Systems 98

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.

Building Performance Measurement 60

Building Performance Measurement Property Management Quality Control Facility Management 60

Building Information Management

JULY 21, 2016

The fundamental problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy is found within the following quotation “digital technology is changing the way we plan, build, maintain and use our social and economic infrastructure.”(Source: ”(Source: 2015, Level 3 Building Information Modelling – Strategic Plan, HM Government).

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 58

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Infrastructure Development Building Performance Measurement 58

Building Information Management

JULY 21, 2016

The fundamental problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy is found within the following quotation “digital technology is changing the way we plan, build, maintain and use our social and economic infrastructure.”(Source: ”(Source: 2015, Level 3 Building Information Modelling – Strategic Plan, HM Government).

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 58

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Infrastructure Development Building Performance Measurement 58

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 23, 2024

This month, we have 40+ product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud , including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, and Assemble. Cost calculations are displayed and updated within the inventory panel as users continue to perform takeoff and can be exported along with the inventory.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Products Distribution Project Management Change Management 105

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 104

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 104

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

LEAN construction, whether new builds, renovation, repair, or maintenance, requires global oversight and local empowerment. Top Down – Overall strategy, framework, and key performance indicators are driven by the real property owner. Bottom Up – Local work tasks, crew selection and management are all performed on-site.

Lean Construction 51

Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement Property Management Construction Management 51

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Any organization can consistently assure best value outcomes for facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds. The success of any repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build project is dependent upon early and ongoing collaboration among key parties. Integrated Project Delivery: A Working Definition (2nd ed.).

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 66

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Lean Construction 66

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 3, 2020

Key performance indicators, KPIs, are used to define success for all. Project definition of the Scope of Work is critical. Performance management, while ultimately the owner’s responsibility, is shared and is accomplished at a systemic level. This is an environment within with risks and rewards are shared.

Lean Construction 76

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Building Performance Measurement 76

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 98

Estimating Structural Systems Schedule Management Risk Management 98

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The process enables the accurate definition of labor, material, and equipment requirements to perform a specific task. The evaluation of work performance, analysis of the time spent in going through the different motions of a job or series of jobs. The value of time and motion study is clear. What is time and motion study?

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Estimating Construction Equipment Building Materials 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Safety Plans, on the other hand, lay down the necessary measures to minimize risk to personnel involved in maintenance work and prevent any inadvertent damage to the physical assets. They ensure a uniform process that promotes efficiency, improves communication, comprehension, and compliance throughout an organization.

Project Management 130

Project Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Risk Management 130

Building Information Management

JANUARY 17, 2012

BIM (Building Information Technology) and THE CLOUD (Cloud Computing) are disruptive technologies converging to significantly alter traditional construction and facility management practices. Definition of BIM. . Building Information Management (BIM) is the life-cycle management of facilities [1] supported by digital technology.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 78

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Project Management 78

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. 5117.9001 Definitions. 5117.9001 Definitions. shall not be acquired under a JOC.

Contracts 105

Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 105

Building Information Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

E N 15221-1: Facility Management – Part 1: Terms and Definitions Version EN 15221-1:2006. This draft European standard gives relevant terms and definitions in the area of Facility Management. Provides guidance how to measure, achieve and improve quality in FM. Terms and definitions. k e y performance indicator.

Facility Management 40

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

Building Radar

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Understanding the Scope of Work Definition and Importance The Scope of Work is a detailed document that outlines the specific tasks, deliverables, and responsibilities associated with a construction project. Detailed Description: A thorough explanation of the work to be performed. Timeline: The schedule for completing the work.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Project Management Schedule Management Building Standards 52

Job Order Contracting

JULY 11, 2017

METRICS for LEAN Operations Maintenance Management provide o ngoing performance measurement to support informed, information-based, decision making and help to maximize the use of available resources. From a generic perspective, an effective measurement system includes: Clearly defined, actionable, and measurable goals.

Maintenance 40

Maintenance Building Performance Measurement Renewable Energy Systems Lean Construction 40

iField Smart

APRIL 2, 2024

Introduction Definition of As-Built Drawings: As-Built documentation is a conclusive set of drawings that illustrate accurate configuration, specifications, and dimensions of a construction project after completion. Provide a detailed historical reference into building processes, materials used, and structural analysis.

Quality Assurance 95

Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Code Compliance Cost Control 95

Building Information Management

JULY 10, 2013

As the old saying goes…”you can’t manage what you don’t measure” Here’s the beginning of a list of information requirements spanning various domains/competencies, technologies, etc., Annualized TCO per building/Current replacement value = Percent of Current Replacement Value (CRV). Churn Rate.

Facility Management 45

Facility Management Building Performance Measurement Maintenance Project Management 45

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 29, 2017

Shared, performance-based risk/reward. Common terms, definitions, & data formats — Common data environment (CDE). NOTE: The term “Big Data” has recently become popular to describe the multiple sources, formats, and uses of data that can be leveraged to monitor and improve organizational performance.

Maintenance 40

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

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 30, 2018

Shared, performance-based risk/reward. Common terms, definitions, & data formats — Common data environment (CDE). NOTE: The term “Big Data” has recently become popular to describe the multiple sources, formats, and uses of data that can be leveraged to monitor and improve organizational performance.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Facility Management Project Management Construction Management 40

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Digital Twin Definition and Examples A digital twin is a virtual model of a process, product, production asset, or service. From planning through construction to the operation of a building, there are enormous amounts of data created by multiple stakeholders. antivirus, encryption, monitoring, etc.), Data Protection.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Cost Control Project Management Controls Manufacturing 130

Roads Online

JUNE 18, 2023

We’ve been on a 10 year journey to optimise the performance of asphalt including TonerPlas. According to Morriss the performance of asphalt including TonerPlas outweighs the performance of standard asphalt. “Close the Loop is a global pioneer in the use of recycled plastics in roads.

Building Materials Manufacturing 90

Building Materials Manufacturing Infrastructure Development Sustainability Building Materials 90

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 26, 2017

Metrics/Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). It should be written with LEAN process fundamentals in mind that focus upon BEST VALUE outline measurable desired OUTCOMES. LEAN Construction methods share has the following characteristics; Performance-based reward based upon achievement of specified goals. Technologies.

Facility Management 40

Facility Management Maintenance Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement 40

Building Information Management

AUGUST 29, 2012

First, a few clarifications and items to help frame this discussion: BIM definition: “BIM is the life-cycle modeling and management of the built environment supported by digital technology.” Informed, goal focused decision support capability is a definitive source of opportunity for efficiency/productivity gains.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 74

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Project Management Consulting 74

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Often just considered 3D design, building information modeling (BIM) also acts as a collaborative work platform. The CIC BIM Protocol is a contract document for use with any standard building contract. Construction Operations Building Information Exchange (COBie). CIC BIM Protocol. Clash Rendition. Earned Value Analysis.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 75

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Environmental Impact Assessment Collaboration Project Management 75