Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Now that we’ve laid the foundation for the four P’s of construction improvement (performance, predictability, planet, and people), let’s add some framework around performance. Particularly, the way performance impacts one of our most coveted metrics of measure—productivity. Governmental change. The end goal?

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Even the US government has plans to achieve a carbon-free electricity sector by 2035. Unfortunately, one of the biggest issues standing in the way of this goal is the building industry. The NREL is working towards the goal of reaching net-zero, but construction companies must do their part by showing initiative.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 6, 2024

Credit – Ben Checkley BAS In support of effective ongoing operations and maintenance at Rothera, measures were introduced to improve drainage performance along the runway. Through the increased drainage, the new surface will reduce the risk of floods and ice build-up. Find out more: [link]

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 24, 2023

Innovation in construction can seem like a daunting task, especially when you consider how our most significant achievements in building occurred thousands of years ago. For example, the CSIRO, in partnership with the NSW Government, is building a digital copy of Western Sydney to better study city planning and traffic.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

1 ] In preparation for this new era, large publicly held entities and smaller companies alike have ramped up measurement and reporting around environment, safety, and governance. The following changes to how Compass builds led to some significant environmental achievements. Compass Datacenters is among them. Roofing materials.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

Australia’s increasing population and economy necessitates the continuous development of infrastructure, housing, and government facilities. 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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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Yet, with increasing material costs, labor shortages, and regulatory changes, companies are also working through these issues. Prefabrication is the off-site manufacturing of building components, followed by on-site assembly. It must also look into the changes it is going to experience about policy and government incentives.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 29, 2024

Known as the ‘Roof Whisperer,’ Hallett is an expert in the art of leak detection and roof repair, having previously worked six years in the commercial roofing industry for Baker Roofing Company and Tecta America Commercial Roofing. There are several types of damage-causing debris that can be found on rooftops.

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Building Radar

JULY 15, 2024

The country offers a fair salary and robust safety regulations that ensure a secure working environment for construction workers. The country’s high living standards and comprehensive safety measures make it one of the best places for construction workers. Explore Building Radar’s features.

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UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 7, 2024

The post Learn About the Latest News About the Future of Construction, UK Construction Sector Grows Fastest in 2 Years, on AI Utilisation, and Drones in Revolutionising Building to Boost UK Housing appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Labour has promised to reform the building industry since winning the general election.

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UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), a leading construction sector professional body, emphasises the need for the government to support a National Retrofit Strategy, including a “Help to Fix” interest-free loan scheme that covers the full costs of home improvements related to energy efficiency.

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Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability Building Performance Measurement 62

BD+C

MARCH 2, 2023

The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:03 Sustainability For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion. Government regulators are increasingly requiring that buildings perform more efficiently.

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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.

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Roads Online

MARCH 14, 2024

Yet despite having less to work with, regional councils are launching exciting, high-impact initiatives ranging from responsive design to futuristic eco-transport. City of Newcastle (CN) seeks to partner with the NSW Government on projects to enhance liveability in Newcastle such as regional sports infrastructure, playgrounds and pathways.”

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2024

The post Understanding Septic Tanks and How They Work and Regulatory Considerations for New Builds appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Understanding how they work and the regulations surrounding their installation, septic tank emptying and maintenance is essential for homeowners, builders, and policymakers alike.

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In Eight

OCTOBER 12, 2023

For our discussion here, I’m going to consider the Twin as more of a system or a process for use in government, environment and infrastructure projects rather than in the typical physical model sense. Construction – Where does the project build up to? Larger, over-populated cities still need to construct new buildings.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Government Works Site Planning Building Performance Measurement 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

But, with the entry of AI, companies and government agencies are finding novel ways to overcome such challenges. 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.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 25, 2024

The workplace environment and the settings play a huge role in building employees’ morale. In this article, we’ll look at how carefully selected paint colors can turn a workspace into an inspiring place to work. Go with blues and greens for areas that are allotted for focused work.

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OmTrak

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Building product safety – New National Building Product Assurance Framework Issued by Australian Building Codes Board The Australian Building Codes Board has developed a new Building Product Assurance Framework. This new policy has been developed as part of the National Building Reform Process.

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Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Quality Assurance Building Codes 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 23, 2024

Some building materials are more durable than others, like stone and steel, but unfortunately the days of structures surviving thousands of years, like the Egyptian pyramids and Roman cathedrals, are over. Therefore, preventive maintenance of building exteriors has become more important than ever.

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OmTrak

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Building product safety – New National Building Product Assurance Framework Issued by Australian Building Codes Board The Australian Building Codes Board has developed a new Building Product Assurance Framework. This new policy has been developed as part of the National Building Reform Process.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Quality Assurance Building Codes 52

BDC Network

DECEMBER 14, 2023

A big concern is locating housing where jobs are and figuring out the right ways to build. This is part of what it means to build a sustainable, resilient, and equitable community. Designers can do their part in creating housing that works against the stigma that has long been associated with affordable housing. Construction.

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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. We will also address Florida’s insurance crisis, how to work with your HOA, and strategies for long-term protection.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 12, 2024

The Role of Construction in Sustainable Development Eco-Friendly Materials: Choosing the right material is a crucial element in the concept of green building. They act both as environmentally friendly solutions and as additions to the construction that will improve the appearance of a building as well as functionality.

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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.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

With the Government’s ambitious goal of achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, the construction and engineering sectors must proactively work towards reducing the environmental impact of the UK’s built environment. The plan must be approved by the project manager. ” Clause 8.2 ” Clause 8.2

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BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The growing moral responsibility of designing for shade 0 qpurcell Fri, 09/20/2024 - 06:57 Designers Elliot Glassman, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, CPHD, Building Performance Leader, CannonDesign, makes the argument for architects to consider better shade solutions through these four strategies. But we don’t just need better tree cover.

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Roads Online

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Nowadays we can use AI in terms of defect recognition, so cracks, potholes, rutting and other aspects to see how that data is performing,” he says. We spend an awful lot of natural resources, quarry materials and also public money building these assets, so you have to surpass the design life as a minimum.

Infrastructure Development 85

Infrastructure Development Project Management Consulting Government Works Public Works 85

The Federal Construction Contracting Blog

APRIL 21, 2022

Working remotely using videoconferencing platforms became commonplace and, in most cases, productivity did not suffer. Despite this stark reality, the federal government sought to keep its construction projects on track and routinely granted exemptions from federally imposed restrictions by determining that projects were “mission critical.”.

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General Contracting Government Works Building Performance Measurement Contracts 52

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.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Use mold-resistant building materials like wallboard, paint primer and porcelain. When we test or treat a property for mold contamination , we comply with applicable government and health department standards and certifications. EnzyCleanse TM also continues working to prevent mold growth long after the treatment.

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Roads Online

MAY 16, 2024

But so does a desire to reduce community disruption when paired with a lack of actionable insight on current road conditions or the real traffic impacts Mooven, a performance monitoring, program optimisation and community engagement platform, was founded upon this premise. It’s completely changing the game for people.” “The

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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. Construction trade vacancies top 140,000, affecting UK construction.

Government Works 52

Government Works Building Performance Measurement Building Permits Building Resilience 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 23, 2024

Demolishing a building is a complex process that involves careful planning and execution to ensure safety and efficiency. Whether the structure is a small house or a large commercial building, each demolition project needs to comply with stringent regulations and safety standards.

Building Controls 52

Building Controls Environmental Impact Assessment Material Handling Safety Regulations 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 25, 2023

On the other hand, construction work in the UK reaches an all-time high. While firms can improve collaboration and diversity, the UK Government must remove critical hurdles to development in the coming months, respondents said. To change this, leaders urged Ankura that the UK Government must take measured risks to advance.

Energy Efficiency 52

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Practical Law Construction

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Mosey’s appointment came off the back of the government’s far reaching reforms outlined in its December 2020 Construction Playbook, discussed also in the context of the NEC form of contract by my colleague, Shy Jackson, that contained a commitment to carrying out the review.

Public Works 52

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In Eight

APRIL 11, 2023

By identifying potential cost overruns early on, owners can take proactive measures to mitigate risk and protect their investment. Through key performance indicators (KPIs), such earned value management (EVM) metrics, put in place at the project’s start. Having visibility into cost status and ongoing performance is key.

Risk Management 52

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