Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Roadway Project Manager, Michael Baker International Located in the 1,500-acre Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve in North Georgia, the Elachee Nature Science Center is an education center that serves more than 35,000 students from over 35 school systems and an additional 30,000 visitors to the museum and preserve each year. By Chad Havens, P.E.,

Project Management Consulting 130

Project Management Consulting Environmental Impact Assessment Environmental Consulting Schedule Management 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Co-sponsored by NEx: An ACI Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials, the primary purpose of this program is to educate on ACI CODE-440.11-22 It addresses construction and material requirements, structural systems, members, and strength and serviceability requirements. ACI CODE-440.11-22

Building Codes 223

Building Codes Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems Building Materials 223

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Prefab, Modular Homebuilder Touts Energy and Cost Benefits qpurcell Wed, 10/04/2023 - 09:00 Dvele —a California-based manufacturer of prefab, modular homes—got started by bringing two building concepts together: high performance and factory construction. In 2018, Brandon Weiss, a third-generation U.S. Factory modular homebuilding process.

Building Resilience 264

Building Resilience Modular Construction Building Automation Flooring Systems 264

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The post Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years.

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Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

Combining Concrete and Offsite Manufacturing to Create Resilient Homes qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 12:53 Before it could build resilient , high-performing homes across the country, Onx Homes decided it first needed to prove it could do so in a challenging climate. This is not a theory. We have done it,” he says.

Building Materials Manufacturing 264

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Resilience Controls Manufacturing Building Materials 264

CCR Magazine

APRIL 2, 2025

Setting new benchmarks in safety and resilience, pioneering engineering, sophisticated materials, and painstaking design produce buildings that withstand the worst challenges of nature. Creative ideas and cooperative practices merging mostly form modern, safe buildings with long-lasting effects.

Building Resilience 52

Building Resilience Foundation Systems Structural Systems Renewable Energy Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 25, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC – A research project progressing from the American Iron and Steel Institute’s (AISI) Small Project/Fellowship Program has received significant funding through the National Science Foundation (NSF) to advance performance-based fire design for cold-formed steel (CFS) structures. Thomas Gernay, Ph.D.,

Fire Protection Systems 242

Fire Protection Systems Structural Systems Building Design Project Management Consulting 242

Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

To help in this regard, keep reading as we explore some of the most effective strategies for adapting to new building codes in 2025. What to Expect from Building Codes in 2025 As can be expected, standards of excellence are only set to increase in the construction industry in 2025.

Building Codes 52

Building Codes Building Code Compliance Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

But here’s the kicker—these benefits only materialize when digital twins are paired with robust information management systems. BIM vs. Digital Twins: The Next Step in Evolution We’ve likely all worked with Building Information Modeling (BIM), but digital twins take things to a whole new level.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Foundation Systems Change Management Project Management 182

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

As businesses and developers strive to create eco-friendly buildings, utility systems play a pivotal role in reducing environmental impact and improving efficiency. The Importance of Sustainable Utilities in Commercial Construction Utilities like electricity, water, and gas are essential to the functionality of any commercial building.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability HVAC System Installation Energy Conservation 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. The panel of experts below, representing the construction, engineering, and building systems industries, explore and explain the many benefits of this alternative construction method.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Building Materials Manufacturing Steel Fabrication Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction 246

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

Building a home or commercial space is a journey that starts with a vision and ends with a completed structure. Lets explore the key stages of turning a building concept into a completed structure and how a construction company plays a vital role at every step. But how does an idea on paper become a reality?

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Material Handling Building Permits Building Codes 52

The Pro Builder

APRIL 22, 2023

Off-site or industrialized construction methods potentially offer multiple advantages beyond a quieter jobsite and provide a path to build single-family homes much faster with a good framing crew. The bulk of the cost savings from Agorus’ method come from fewer days to build and the cost of labor required.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 246

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 22, 2024

It’s flexible, collaborative, and built on a foundation of data that can be shared securely. Cumins explained that infrastructure sectors can no longer afford to work in silos, with data locked away in proprietary systems. Cesium is the creator of the 3D Tiles open standard also used by Google.

Engineering 203

Engineering Infrastructure Development Foundation Systems Building Resilience 203

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Owners building complex industrial projects face a wide range of risks in delivering their projects as quickly and as cost-effectively as possible. This is a major departure from traditional design-bid-build delivery where the team only sees lump sum costs with various contingencies and, of course, large margins.

Project Management Consulting 246

Project Management Consulting Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Its foundational architecture has been heralded for its ability to comprehend, generate, and interact with human-like textual finesse. A project manager could request, “Show all protocols for seismic safety in high-rise buildings,” and get immediate results.

Risk Management 241

Risk Management Project Management Change Management General Contracting 241

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 16, 2025

Building practices and codes differ between countries, and its important to understand these differences to ensure that your home is built safely, efficiently, and to local standards. Heres a look at how building practices vary across the U.S., Heres a look at how building practices vary across the U.S.,

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Building Codes General Contracting Building Standards 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

The starting price sits at AUD 80,000, and choosing the right builder needs careful thought to meet quality standards and regulations. The building journey goes beyond just construction schedules. Experience and track record Professional tiny home builders know specialised construction methods that go beyond regular home building.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Building Code Compliance Plumbing Systems Fire Protection Systems 52

BDC Network

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals. Upgrading to energy-efficient motors can result in substantial energy savings.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 5, 2024

The document, PPI MS-8 Model Specification for Polypropylene (PP-R & PP-RCT) Pressure Pipe Systems for Plumbing & Mechanical Applications , crafted by PPI’s building and construction division (BCD), addresses a wide spectrum of applications, including hot and cold water plumbing, hydronic heating, and district energy systems.

Piping Installation 111

Piping Installation Plumbing Systems Plumbing Building Codes 111

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 16, 2025

Tools like Building Information Modeling (BIM) and project management software offer real-time collaboration across stakeholders, reducing the margin for error and streamlining workflow. Sustainable Building Practices Sustainability is no longer a luxury but a fundamental aspect of responsible construction.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Safety Regulations Infrastructure Development Health Regulations 52

Rabbet

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Rabbet’s system automatically classifies document types and extracts the relevant information from each document, removing the need for manual data entry. Financial institutions like Wintrust are setting the standard for building real estate lending operations on a foundation of data.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Change Management Construction Management Building Standards 52

Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

Benefits of Prefabrication Processes Prefabrication, or the act of constructing building components or entire buildings off-site and transporting them to their final location for assembly, offers several advantages over traditional on-site construction. Prefabrication offers exciting potential for navigating workforce challenges.

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Prefabrication Building Codes Foundation Systems Site Planning 52

Roads Online

DECEMBER 18, 2024

In addition, in October 2024, the Lintec CSD2500B was selected to help increase essential road-building activities on three major projects in Jordan. By combining the heating and screening processes into a single unit, Lintecs system eliminates the heat loss typically associated with traditional asphalt plants.

Renewable Energy Systems 105

Renewable Energy Systems Infrastructure Development Energy Efficiency Modular Construction 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Overseen by the California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority), the system will transform mobility in California for the benefit of communities and the environment, and is the centerpiece for achieving the state’s climate and sustainability goals.

Renewable Energy Systems 162

Renewable Energy Systems Project Management Consulting Energy Conservation Infrastructure Development 162

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

By Amy Becker Photo courtesy Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Specifiers and design professionals should always consider seismic performance attributes for buildings in areas that previously have experienced the damaging effects of earthquakes. Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 6, 2023

Office Building at Ovation (Newport, KY): This five-story, 100,000-square-foot new office building is part of a larger mixed-use campus that will feature housing, retail, restaurants, and entertainment. raSmith provided cold-formed steel engineering services for the following projects that were honored by CFSEI: 1.

Engineering 130

Engineering Structural Systems Ceiling Systems Foundation Systems 130

Construction Specifier

APRIL 9, 2025

percent embodied carbon savings compared to the regional industry average 28-day standard-cured compressive strength, rising to as much as 68 percent with specific applications in the building. It achieved 52.4 The facility was designed by architects Shive-Hattery and ZGF Architects and built by Sellen Construction.

Energy Efficiency 59

Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Design 59

Rapport3

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

For David Chipperfield Architects , the drive to maintain high design standards while gaining critical insights from data led to an impactful digital transformation. As they began winning larger, high-stakes projects, their leadership realised that their project management system lacked the rigour to support complex data requirements.

Change Management 52

Change Management Foundation Systems Project Management Stakeholder Engagement 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The Al Jalila Foundation, which leads the giving mission of Dubai Health , is receiving donations of approximately AED 1.2 Creating wellness and sustainability Focused on creating a healthy space, the hospital will be designed to LEED ® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold standards from the U.S.

Building Standards 130

Building Standards Building Design Green Building Foundation Systems 130

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2025

However, selecting the right type of IBC and managing its usage effectively requires a detailed understanding of industry-specific needs and safety standards. Features like stackability and integrated valve systems further enhance their usability, enabling efficient dispensing and space-saving storage. </p>

Material Storage 52

Material Storage Building Code Compliance Safety Regulations Building Codes 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 13, 2024

A “Passive House” is a high-performance building standard developed by the Passive House Institute and is the only internationally recognized, performance-based energy standard in construction. LEED is the world’s most widely used green building rating system, and LEED Platinum is its highest certification.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Green Building 130

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2025

In the evolving landscape of commercial construction , implementing professional basement waterproofing and moisture control systems has become a cornerstone of building longevity. These aren’t just numbers; they’re game-changers for project managers and building owners alike.

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Waterproofing Systems Real Estate Development Property Management Building Code Compliance 40

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2025

These areas are home to diverse projects ranging from retail complexes to large-scale office buildings. The Foundations of Accurate Planning Accurate planning begins with a thorough understanding of the construction site. With a competitive landscape and unique local challenges, precise planning becomes critical.

Land Use Regulations 52

Land Use Regulations Site Planning Environmental Impact Assessment Mapping 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 9, 2024

The building utilized existing foundations designed for a previous iteration of the design by a different team—foundations for a wholly different-sized building! MKA essentially designed the entire building from the “bottom-up” instead of the standard “top-down” fitting structure to foundations.

Structural Systems 100

Structural Systems Foundation Systems Ceiling Systems Building Design 100

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

This made me look for different ways to build a home. These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. The best part is that container homes take less time to build. This gave me a chance to use fewer new building materials. It also reduces the environmental damage that comes from building regular homes.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Roofing Systems Structural Systems Material Storage 52

Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Comprehensive Preconstruction Planning The preconstruction phase is crucial for setting a strong foundation. For instance, in a restaurant construction project, Englewood’s early involvement allowed us to resolve foundational requirements and permitting challenges, which could have otherwise delayed the project.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Risk Management Schedule Management Quality Control 52