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CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
This innovative initiative enhances pre-project planning, improves construction visibility, boosts safety measures and increases operations efficiencies. We are also able to use the drone to obtain existing topographical information enabling us to make preliminary plans and prepare earthwork budgets early in the project design process.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 9, 2023
SUGAR LAND, TX: 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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UK Construction Blog
JUNE 6, 2024
The post Understanding Construction Surveying appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Integral to this development process is construction surveying, a critical discipline ensuring that all construction adheres to stringent safety and regulatory standards.
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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.”
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 27, 2024
Building upon premium features available on Trimble’s latest receiver models, including the Trimble ProPoint ® positioning engine, the new R980 adds several new elements including upgraded communication capabilities to support uninterrupted field operations.
CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Whether for extensive renovation work, property valuation, or facility management purposes, performing an accurate measured building survey is an important part of understanding any real estate asset in London. Coordinating the Site Survey The first step in a measured building survey is careful planning and coordination.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 19, 2024
He was monitoring the federally threatened bird – the Piping Plover ( Charadrius melodus ), one of several environmental conservation measures performed by the agency on all coastal restoration projects to ensure wildlife is not harmed. While doing this he spotted what looked like spinach sprouting out of the sand by his foot.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Concerns around labor shortages, stagnation and recession, and the political climate all featured prominently among the biggest construction industry challenges in InEight’s recent Global Capital Projects Outlook survey. Others have pinpointed spiraling labor costs, inflation, and interest rate rises as major risks on the horizon.
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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Seven Multi-Site Solutions
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
In the multi-site construction industry, accurate data and insights are essential for successful project planning and execution. While traditional surveys have played a crucial role in gathering information, the emergence of high-fidelity assessments has taken data collection and analysis to a whole new level.
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Digital Construction Works
JUNE 24, 2020
Continuous surveying in construction projects is a way to ensure the next step of the build is correct in space and time. Continuous Survey Continuous surveying enables an almost real-time digital representation of reality. It helps describe and document the state of the real-world as a series of “digital snapshots.”
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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—.
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.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
Digital Innovator Christopher Baute explains, “We truly believe in prefabrication, because the site isn’t the best place to create the elements of a building – and today skilled people are scarce. Three years ago, the company was contracted to build a school for the first time. “We “There was a lot of learning to do.”.
Building Radar
JULY 25, 2024
These innovations are significantly enhancing efficiency and safety on construction sites. Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become a cornerstone of modern construction management. It allows for better planning and coordination, reducing the likelihood of errors and omissions.
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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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.
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.
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.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MARCH 23, 2022
Construction industry statistics and data are playing an increasingly important role in the building sector. From measuring bid-to-win ratio, to how much a project is over budget or schedule, and KPIs , the more numbers you can put behind your work, the better. The Rise of New Building Methods. Industry Performance.
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.
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.
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.
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.
UK Construction Blog
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
The post Building Your Construction Career: A Complete Guide to Industry Success appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The sector shows strong growth potential, especially in emerging roles like BIM coordination, drone operations, and sustainable construction, with annual growth rates of 12-20% in green building initiatives.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JULY 12, 2023
A 2023 survey by Pew Research found that 32% of U.S. If you’re willing to get on board, the use of AI in construction could help improve safety, productivity, quality, and other vital measures. Create a Safer Jobsite Increased safety is a priority for construction sites ; AI provides a high-tech way to achieve this goal.
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.
Building Radar
JULY 24, 2024
Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a digital representation of the physical and functional characteristics of a facility. BIM allows construction professionals to plan, design, and manage buildings and infrastructure more efficiently. The Impact of Technology on Construction 1.
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 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.
Stok
OCTOBER 21, 2021
ESG encompasses the environmental, social, and governance performance of a company and has a strong correlation to the company’s financial performance and potential for long-term value creation. Whole-building carbon (embodied and operational) and energy are urgent focus areas of the well-established ‘E,’ followed by waste and water.
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.
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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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.
UK Construction Blog
JANUARY 29, 2025
The post Construction Budget Templates: A Complete Guide to Project Cost Planning [2025] appeared first on UK Construction Blog. A construction budget template serves as your financial compass, providing a structured framework to plan, track and monitor all project costs effectively.
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BDC Network
JUNE 26, 2024
Stacey Olson, Anthony Brower, and Audrey Handelman Designers Architects Sustainability Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction In response to our last article on “ The Future of ESG in Architecture ,” many of our partners have asked how they can create an “ESG compliant building.” Photo courtesy Gensler 2.
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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CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Measure Your Success: Utilizing KPIs and analyzing feedback helps you understand what worked and how to improve future corporate events. It creates chances for great conversations, helps build your brand, and, in the end, can increase your sales. Look at the decorations, lighting, and overall feel to make sure they fit your plan.
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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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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