CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2024

This discusses the importance and application of torque-controlled bolts in residential construction. Torque-controlled bolts provide reliable connections in construction. Proper installation techniques are crucial for performance. Key Takeaways Certifications ensure compliance with safety standards.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Code Compliance Controls Manufacturing Quality Control 52

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

By Iltaz Alam and Marysusan Couturier Photo ©Chris Boswell/Dreamstime.com Ensuring a building’s durability and energy efficiency hinges on a continuous air barrier throughout the building enclosure. Properly implemented tie-ins enhance the energy efficiency and longevity of buildings and ensure the building envelope acts as one system.

Waterproofing Systems 52

Waterproofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Roofing Systems Building Materials 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

What it is, how it’s measured, why it matters, and how to improve it. Everything you need to know about construction quality and how to manage it. Quality is what separates the good from the bad. Both in our lives and in our work, quality is the defining factor in how we evaluate and are evaluated by others.

Construction Management 97

Construction Management Quality Assurance Closeout Quality Control 97

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

But while the efficiency of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment has improved across the board, improper installation or commissioning can result in HVAC system faults that compromise HVAC performance and reduce energy efficiency. Department of Energy's (DOE) Building America program , points out. Yuill asks.

HVAC Systems 130

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 130

CCR Magazine

JULY 25, 2024

Advanced management services offer comprehensive solutions that can revolutionise how construction projects are executed, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. A client’s satisfaction level with a specific project correlates with the quality of work and the time taken to complete it.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management Quality Assurance 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The idea of maintaining a high-rise building might seem daunting, but it’s a crucial aspect of ensuring safety and longevity. By staying on top of maintenance tasks, you ensure a safer environment for residents and a more sustainable building overall. You might wonder if implementing these technologies will impact costs.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation HVAC System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Construction Mockups and Testing A presentation entitled “Construction Mockups & Testing | Overview, Trends, and Best Practices” was led by Christopher Grey, a principal in the Simpson Gumpertz & Heger ( SGH , [link] Building Enclosures Division in Boston. They are not just a quality assurance program,” said Grey.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems Quality Assurance Building Materials 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Well-designed metal ductwork is crucial for managing airflow and maintaining good indoor air quality in modern buildings. Supporting Components In addition to the main duct runs transferring air to diffusers, properly engineered systems include volume control dampers, turning vanes, access doors, support hangers, and insulation.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Steel Fabrication Energy Efficiency 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The redesign also makes it easier to build a new environment that would reflect your brand. Enhance employee well-being: Lack of light, no presence of plants and flowers and the organization’s facility affect the health, satisfaction level and performance. Boost brand image: It creates first impression on your customers and talents.

Building Permits 52

Building Permits HVAC Systems Cost Control Quality Control 52

iField Smart

MAY 21, 2024

Inspectors may overlook critical checkpoints or fail to adhere to regulatory standards, leading to compliance issues and quality discrepancies. The absence of standardized procedures also makes it challenging to benchmark performance, identify trends, and implement best practices across the organization.

Inspection 93

Inspection Construction Management Risk Management Quality Assurance 93

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.

Building Performance Measurement 64

Building Performance Measurement Ceiling Systems Project Management Consulting Flooring Systems 64

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

M&V, MBCx, WTF: Building Performance Monitoring as a Means to Achieve Decarbonization Goals This blog post was co-authored by Stok’s Ally Duncan and Jessica Shaw , summarizing their presentation at AEE West 2023. However, because of how the M&V credit has evolved from LEED version 2.0

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

As building owners and occupiers adopt zero commitments and find their properties subject to energy performance and emissions regulations, the question becomes, ‘how can we achieve these ambitious reduction targets?’ However, because of how the M&V credit has evolved from LEED version 2.0

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

CCR Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

Delivering High-Quality Software Customers assume that the software is of good quality, works smoothly and the bugs are eliminated. A techniques like test-driven development, automation testing, and code reviews, developers have ways to guarantee quality without sacrificing the speed of releases.

Change Management 52

Change Management Quality Assurance Risk Management Building Automation 52

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 93

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 93

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Jeremy’s leadership qualities are also evident in his ability to inspire and motivate those around him. 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.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Good quality control can result in significant cost and time savings. Therefore, it is in every owner’s interest to promote quality and require contractors who maintain the highest industry standards that are confirmed by certification, such as the ones offered by the American Concrete Institute (ACI). Quality Assurance.

Painting/finishing 49

Painting/finishing Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 49

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. Fully Compliant.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 93

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Quality Assurance Procurement 93

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 17, 2018

How two buildings in Seattle achieved high-strength concrete. The latest edition of "Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures" (DCCM) considers HSC to be at a "strength significantly beyond that used in normal practice.". This was surely the case for the Two Union Square building, in Seattle, Wash., Quality assurance.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 60

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Concrete producers, contractors, engineers and specifiers must work together to assure quality concrete practices are followed when using air entrained concrete. air entrained concrete specifications should be clearly written and comply with Chapter 19 of ACI 318R-14 (Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete).

Quality Assurance 60

Quality Assurance Curing Quality Control Structural Systems 60

Job Order Contracting

MAY 3, 2020

Strategic alignment (links between operational performance and strategic factors), and profitability/cost control and/or resource maximization are initial area of focus and should be regularly monitored. Key performance indicators (KPIs) and regular independent third-party audit are important tools.

Procurement 60

Procurement Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement Project Management 60

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 6, 2022

Led by Esteban Corrales , Manager of Technical Solutions at Autodesk, you’ll learn how to break down communication silos, streamline information flow, and control costs like a boss. BIM is all about the management of digital representations of buildings. Quality and Field Management for Quality Managers. Take Class.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Project Management Quality Control 52

Stok

AUGUST 19, 2021

An integrated design charrette allows stakeholders like the investment team, property management, and building occupants to share their perspectives and ideas about the project at a time when their feedback can still be easily and inexpensively incorporated into the design. A few of these key strategies are outlined below. #1:

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Real Estate Development Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 12, 2021

When specifying flooring, one should consider both sustainability and performance. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. From a performance standpoint, even a sustainably made floor must be installed correctly to be truly sustainable.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Building Resilience Flooring Systems Building Code Compliance 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 3, 2020

Consistent on-time, on-budget delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction projects is possible only when owners have the requisite levels of leadership and competency. Key performance indicators, KPIs, are used to define success for all. Project definition of the Scope of Work is critical.

Lean Construction 60

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Building Performance Measurement 60

Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Build quality: Caterpillar Boots have held their grounds on the build quality over the years. Build quality: These built-in USA Thorogood Boots give you two options to choose between: Tobacco oil-tanned leather and Trail Crazyhorse leather both of which are full-grain leather and the best of its types.

Waterproofing Systems 52

Waterproofing Systems Quality Assurance Steel Fabrication Quality Control 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2024

By embracing flexible cleaning schedules, enhanced sanitation measures, technological integration, sustainable practices, and regular maintenance audits, businesses can ensure that their physical workspaces remain vital and supportive of a changing workforce.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Green Building 52

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. JOC contractors strive for: • Fast Delivery • High Quality • No Change Orders • No Warranty Hassles • Maximize budgets. and Linda T. and Linda T.

Contracts 40

Contracts Building Performance Measurement Procurement Quality Assurance 40

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Historical and planned budgets also are evaluated to assure long term, consistent execution of the JOC program. A review of owner staff personnel is needed to assure proper availability to support both the technical (facility management/engineering) and purchasing administrative elements of the JOC program. Performance Period.

Contracts 40

Contracts Quality Assurance General Contracting Quality Control 40

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 27, 2019

Project Cost Management Processes The policies, procedures, data sets, tools, and documentation used for planning, executing, and controlling project cost are included with a LEAN OpenJOC enterprise system. A properly developed UPB is written in plain English and organized using the industry standard CSI Masterformat data architecture.

Cost Control 40

Cost Control Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Change Management 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 30, 2021

Mercury is a European contractor that builds and manages complex engineering projects that reimagine how people work and live in the built environment. Pushing to go beyond their duty means Mercury turns clients into partners and builds strong relationships that thrive. The road to standardisation.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Engineering Project Management Quality Control 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

While comprehensive, a list that long isn’t quite actionable because it contains many things you can’t control such as force majeure or acts of god. In most projects, internal resources are stretched thin and project managers struggle to consistently deliver the necessary performance and control assessments.

Risk Management 59

Risk Management Construction Management Schedule Management Project Management 59

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 12, 2017

LEAN Collaborative Construction Practices Construction Cost Estimating – Within this structure the Real Property Owner must demonstrate appropriate leadership skills and manage the appropriate selected team of internal and external service providers and stakeholders without excessive control.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Estimating Collaboration Cost Control 40

Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2016

Continuous monitoring – use of key performance indicators, KPIs. On-demand, On-time, On-budget performance. Meeting establish quality levels. Flexibility without excessive management and control. Team-centric problem solving – developing and engaging people through contribution to team performance.

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. Meeting establish quality levels. Flexibility without excessive management and control. Team-centric problem solving – developing and engaging people through contribution to team performance.

Lean Construction 40

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

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 92

Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 92

Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

Internal Controls. In-House and Contract Performance. Contractor Performance. Quality Assurance/Quality Control. BCI = Building Cost Index. EPS = Engineered Performance Standards. QA = Quality Assurance. QC = Quality Control. QCP = Quality Control Plan.

Contracts 45

Contracts Government Works General Contracting Quality Control 45