UK Construction Blog

JULY 4, 2023

Whether you own a home or have plans for renovations or a remodel, you will likely need a land and topographical survey regardless of whether the mortgage or titleholder asks for it. These aren’t the only two surveys available but are the two most common for properties.

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Building Radar

JULY 17, 2024

For more on AI’s role in construction, check out this LinkedIn article on building the future with AI. AI systems can monitor job sites in real-time, identifying potential hazards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This proactive approach reduces accidents and improves overall site safety.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 6, 2024

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become a cornerstone in modern construction practices. BIM allows for the creation of detailed 3D models that represent both the physical and functional characteristics of a building. Drones Drones are revolutionizing site surveys and inspections.

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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.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

That said, this article will unravel strategies that resonate with professionals, from those who meticulously plan projects to those who wield the tools on-site. Project Managers Responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects. Ensure equipment is maintained and used safely.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 5, 2024

As technology continues to advance, automation is becoming an integral part of the construction process, from planning and design to execution and maintenance. Robots are now capable of performing tasks such as bricklaying, concrete dispensing, and even painting. For a deeper dive into BIM, check out Trimble’s Blog.

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Building Radar

JULY 17, 2024

Example of Construction Technology: Building Information Modeling (BIM) Understanding BIM Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a digital representation of the physical and functional characteristics of a facility. Sustainability : BIM supports sustainable construction practices by enabling energy analysis and performance simulations.

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CCR Magazine

MAY 15, 2024

Best practices, including careful planning and proper equipment selection, maximize efficiency and ensure compliance. Excavation, the process of removing soil and rock to prepare a building site, is a crucial first step. These techniques provide long-term savings by reducing labor, errors, and project timelines.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 26, 2022

While nothing beats a combination of training, safety culture, and leadership buy-in, innovation is playing an increasingly important role on- and off-site. . One of the factors that make construction sites so risky is their variability. Construction firms are always in pursuit of safer jobsites.

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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.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 31, 2023

HCSS , a leading provider of innovative software helping heavy civil construction businesses streamline their operations, highlights HCSS Plans, a digital plans management solution ideal for construction job site foremen in the field.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 13, 2024

Green Building Practices Sustainability continues to be at the forefront of commercial construction , with an increased focus on eco-friendly building materials, energy-efficient systems, and sustainable designs. By prefabricating these sections, projects experience significantly reduced construction times and minimized on-site waste.

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CivilJungle

AUGUST 9, 2022

What Is Site Preparation? Site preparation affects many works such as destruction of old alive design, the gap of construction sites, below ground benefit and wire checking, place attentive and pismire service before building career begins. Types of Site Preparation. Site Surveying and Layout.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Planning a renovation or demolition project? Key Takeaways Soft strip demolition is a careful process of removing non-structural elements from buildings, prepping for renovation or demolition while preserving structural integrity and allowing potential reuse of materials. Safety is a cornerstone of any soft strip demolition project.

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Develop Coaching

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In today’s competitive landscape, it’s not just about building structures; it’s about building a strong brand and attracting the right clients. You’ll learn how to measure your marketing success and fine-tune your approach for better results.

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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. To do this, it suggests implementing planning reform and setting local housing targets.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 12, 2021

How do you measure project success? For many of us, it’s easy to see financials as a leading indicator of performance. Using budget as your primary indicator of performance is a lot like calculating the calories of a cake to assess its healthiness after it’s been baked. Is it over or under budget? And by how much? Key Takeaways.

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iField Smart

MAY 17, 2023

Planning issues and inaccurate scheduling. Inefficient planning and inaccurate scheduling give rise to a myriad of issues that also point toward rework. As projects tend to get delayed, work performed in haste results in low-quality construction and further dragging construction behind proposed timelines.

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Jonas Construction

JANUARY 30, 2024

In the 2020 CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK SURVEY , 72% of construction firms anticipated labor shortages to be the biggest hurdle for them. Addressing this issue requires a multifaceted approach, encompassing strategic planning, enhanced recruitment efforts, and a focus on training and retaining talent.

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iField Smart

JANUARY 16, 2024

Understanding Construction Field Productivity Construction field productivity refers to the efficiency and effectiveness with which work is executed on a construction site. It encompasses various factors such as resource allocation, time management, task coordination, and overall project performance.

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iField Smart

JANUARY 16, 2024

Understanding Construction Field Productivity Construction field productivity refers to the efficiency and effectiveness with which work is executed on a construction site. It encompasses various factors such as resource allocation, time management, task coordination, and overall project performance.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2024

Automated Machinery and Equipment: Construction sites are increasingly adopting automated machinery to perform repetitive and labor-intensive tasks. For instance, AI can analyze weather patterns to recommend optimal work schedules or assess project data to suggest cost-saving measures.

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LetsBuild

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

A 2023 survey showed that only 30% of the older workers in the industry support the need for digital transformation. Improved safety Modern technology can help to monitor construction sites and improve safety. Another key technology is drones, which allow teams to inspect and monitor sites.

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LetsBuild

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

A 2023 survey showed that only 30% of the older workers in the industry support the need for digital transformation. Improved safety Modern technology can help to monitor construction sites and improve safety. Another key technology is drones, which allow teams to inspect and monitor sites.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Lean Construction Risk Management 52

Develop Coaching

MAY 6, 2024

It’s important to: Set SMART Goals : Make sure your goals are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Build a Skilled Workforce The backbone of any successful construction business is your team. To truly build a skilled workforce, you need to invest in ongoing training. What’s next?

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Develop Coaching

MAY 6, 2024

It’s important to: Set SMART Goals : Make sure your goals are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Build a Skilled Workforce The backbone of any successful construction business is your team. To truly build a skilled workforce, you need to invest in ongoing training. What’s next?

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management 52

CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

There would be no difference between the expected cost and the actual cost if the calculation is properly and accurately planned. Appropriate estimation is planned by detailed estimation in specific item wise. To invite tenders and to plan contracts and manage the expenditure during implementation, an estimation is also mandatory.

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Develop Coaching

MAY 6, 2024

It’s important to: Set SMART Goals : Make sure your goals are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Build a Skilled Workforce Now, let’s talk about the backbone of any successful construction business – your team. ” This gives you a clear target to aim for and a deadline to work towards.

Project Management 52

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Develop Coaching

MAY 6, 2024

Make sure your goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Build a Skilled Workforce Now, let’s talk about the backbone of any successful construction business – your team. To truly build a skilled workforce, you need to invest in ongoing training and development opportunities for your team.

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BD+C

MARCH 23, 2023

created to complete the main civil works of the Site C Clean Energy Project in northeast British Columbia. When complete in 2025, Site C will provide 1,100 megawatts (MW) of capacity and produce about 5,100 gigawatt hours (GWh) of electricity each year, according to the BC Hydro, the regional power provider. and Samsung C&T Canada Ltd.

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Building Information Management

JUNE 20, 2012

Key Topics / Take Aways: Identify and advance technologies, processes, and management practices that improve the performance of federal facilities over their entire life-cycle, from planning to disposal. The “how” of measuring investment successes. You can’t manage what you don’t measure. Vehicles for Change—.

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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. Vacancies predict the future. from £382.9m

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

According to a recent survey from Autodesk and Dodge Data & Analytics, 66% of general contractors experience trouble getting off the job on at least a quarter of their projects. The right construction closeout plan, starting well before actual closeout, is essential to a seamless client handover. Key Takeaways.

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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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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 11, 2023

of 800 or so UK professionals surveyed by the Scheme in 2021 said having any protected characteristic – including a disability – could be a barrier to working in construction. A 2017 survey from industry body GoConstruct found nearly 200,000 people working in construction in the UK were registered disabled. Over 86.3%

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Jonas Construction

OCTOBER 7, 2021

They have timelines that are measured in years, and this leaves much room for error. The next step ensures that the planning begins properly. It sets the tone, context, expectations, and constraints on which you will expand in the next steps of your project planning. Construction projects are one-of-a-kind, lengthy and complex.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

Integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery processes and team. Performance-centric reward system. The benefits of strategic collaboration vs. traditional construction planning, procurement, and project delivery are well documented and partially listed below (Chan et al., Shorter construction schedules than planned.

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