Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

By Ken MacDonald, Regional Director of Environmental Permitting and Compliance with UES First, a secret is only a secret if one doesn’t know it. However, between a proposal to harness the sun’s power and throwing the switch lies the complexity of environmental permitting. Spoiler alert: There are no real “secrets.”

Permits 130

Permits Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Environmental Consulting 130

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2025

The change represents more than environmental responsibility because it focuses on producing products that are durable and cost-efficient while meeting industrial requirements. By implementing these practices, manufacturers can reduce their environmental impact while improving their bottom line.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Based in New York, Circa is a startup focused on developing tools and data for life cycle assessment (LCA), which analyzes the potential environmental impacts of products and services during their entire life cycle. We are looking forward to growing our clients’ positive environmental impact on the planet with this alliance.”

Environmental Impact Assessment 130

Environmental Impact Assessment Environmental Consulting Change Management Energy Efficiency 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 1, 2023

By Luke Carothers As environmental and climate change concerns continue to grow, there is also a growing recognition of the impact that industries like construction have had on environmental issues.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Change Management Building Materials 130

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The most frequent storm damages that occur consist of the following types: Lifted or missing shingles Water infiltration points Structural weakening Debris impact damage Gutter system damage All of these problems need dedicated attention through targeted maintenance procedures to stop them from turning into major concerns. billion to $68.5

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Environmental Impact Assessment Roofing Systems Structural Systems 52

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Sites are now contributing to a project’s Green Star Building accreditation, along with outgoing products having Environmental Product Declarations (EPD). “Our customers place a genuine value in landfill diversion services and materials that meet technical and sustainability requirements,” he says.

Building Materials Manufacturing 105

Building Materials Manufacturing Infrastructure Development Sustainability Material Handling 105

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Key Highlights Architects play a crucial role in designing community living projects that prioritize both environmental and social sustainability. Architects need to consider the local climate, utilize passive design strategies, and incorporate green spaces to minimize the environmental impact.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2025

Before breaking ground, developers need to evaluate the property, considering factors such as its boundaries, terrain, and environmental conditions. This involves assessing the lands suitability for construction, identifying any legal restrictions, and understanding the surrounding infrastructure.

Land Use Regulations 52

Land Use Regulations Site Planning Environmental Impact Assessment Mapping 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

For many UK homeowners, this decision represents a significant crossroads that impacts not just your living space but also your budget, lifestyle, and property value. Each approach comes with unique benefits, challenges, and environmental implications that must be carefully evaluated before making your decision. You’re not alone.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Property Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 8, 2023

WSP USA, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy, has advanced its commitment to help organizations become Future Ready® with the release of an essential book that explores how organizations can rethink their climate mitigation and resilience practices for greater impact.

Environmental Impact Assessment 130

Environmental Impact Assessment Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Environmental Consulting 130

Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Let’s briefly examine the importance of risk management, the difference between proactive and reactive risk management strategies, and an additional proactive risk management strategy the oil and gas industry should adopt. Risk management ensures companies comply with regulations.

Risk Management 113

Risk Management Environmental Impact Assessment Land Use Regulations Safety Regulations 113

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

In light of this market change selecting a provider that delivers dependable value and reliability becomes even more crucial. Cost Considerations and Value Assessment It is important to examine all potential charges when evaluating equipment rental costs instead of only focusing on the base rental rate. in 2024 to 3.6%

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Safety Regulations Construction Equipment Project Management Consulting 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 21, 2025

The construction industry is one of the oldest and most important fields and has changed a lot over the years. Now, digital transformation is a big change that is even more significant than anything before. It changes how industries work and how they provide value to their customers.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 8, 2024

And lastly, trillions of dollars are being invested into sustainable environmental solutions. This involves converting urban, mixed-use commercial buildings, including big-box retail, office, and light industrial spaces, into research labs to foster innovation in the rapidly changing business landscape. Why Research Hubs?

Real Estate Development 264

Real Estate Development Energy Efficiency Building Design Environmental Impact Assessment 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 15, 2024

With these advancements, the wind engineering industry now uses CFD with more confidence and for more applications in bluff-body aerodynamics and microclimate assessments than available research would have allowed 20 years ago. Additionally, the work is driven by demand for time-sensitive solutions and outcomes with real-world impact.

Environmental Impact Assessment 130

Environmental Impact Assessment Engineering Project Management Consulting Environmental Consulting 130

CCR Magazine

MARCH 21, 2025

This is why smart, veteran managers use careful planning and robust workflows to improve their budgeting, employee onboarding, material and equipment purchases, and other operations. Assess Current Productivity You should always start by measuring the current productivity level. Efficiency also takes into account the quality.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing Change Management Building Performance Measurement 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

By recognizing the young professionals already making a profound impact on the AEC industry, we are able to get a full view of its future. This impact also extends to work done in their communities as well as leadership and mentorship within their firms. For me, Rising Stars is the perfect way to start the awards season.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 29, 2025

Announced today at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, the ranking is based on a rigorous assessment of more than 6,000 publicly traded companies with over US$1 billion in revenue. We are a global leader in sustainable architecture, engineering, and environmental consulting. Todays communities transcend geographic borders.

Sustainability 100

Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management Consulting Environmental Consulting 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Managed by the Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association (TMVOA), this impressive four-station transport system provides some thousands of visitors and residents access to mountain hiking and biking trails in the summer and ski slopes in the winter. These environmental factors made determining soil movement a bit more challenging.

Geotechnical Engineering 130

Geotechnical Engineering Surveying Environmental Impact Assessment Wall Systems 130

PN - Project Management

DECEMBER 10, 2024

​The construction industry has embraced digital transformation, and big data is at the forefront of this change. Powered by big data, predictive analysis is becoming a cornerstone for construction management, enabling businesses to achieve greater accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Construction Management 97

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Environmental Impact Assessment Risk Management 97

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 17, 2024

Fellow RSK Group company Minerex Environmental contributed to the project through the management of the high water table. RSK Ireland Project Manager Ryan Murphy said: “The scale of the excavation is extraordinary. RSK Ireland also provided environmental services on an ad hoc basis when contamination was identified.”

Environmental Impact Assessment 130

Environmental Impact Assessment Real Estate Development Project Management Consulting Environmental Consulting 130

Safety Services Company

JULY 30, 2024

The company prides itself on a culture of “passion, partnership, and performance,” which has earned it the title of US Best Managed Company for three consecutive years. ISNetworld helps companies like Coke Florida manage contractor safety, insurance, and regulatory information.

Environmental Impact Assessment 121

Environmental Impact Assessment Insurance Management Change Management Government Works 121

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 19, 2023

SAN DIEGO — A digital toolkit purpose-built to equip decision makers with key climate insights was recognized with a Sustainable Product Award from the Sustainability, Environmental Achievement and Leadership (SEAL) 2023 Business Sustainability Awards. Aperture is a tool used for public outreach.

Sustainability 100

Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management Consulting Risk Management 100

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

The post The Role of Strata Managers in Post-Construction Building Maintenance appeared first on UK Construction Blog. This is where professional strata managers step in to make a difference. With their in-depth knowledge and expertise in property management, they play a vital role in sustaining building standards.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Construction Management Building Code Compliance Property Management 52

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Within the AEC industry, research focuses on predicting and quantifying the impact of air leakage. By Matthew Ridgway, P.E.

Building Code Compliance 64

Building Code Compliance Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation 64

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

From floors failing before substantial completion to skyrocketing change orders for never-ending densifier applications to the billions lost through delayed schedules, legal disputes, and contingency hemorrhaging, enough is enough. Owners and design teams are not protected by todays inadequate and vague polished concrete specifications.

Concrete Pouring 105

Concrete Pouring Building Performance Measurement Flooring Systems Painting/finishing 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 4, 2023

A study was conducted with members of the National Association of Clean Water Agencies to identify current challenges and concerns around biosolids management WASHINGTON, DC — TSX, NYSE:STN Water utilities across the US are working hard to address the challenges and financial implications of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Surveying 100

Surveying Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management Change Management 100

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

Impact of Construction Defects Construction defects significantly affect buildings and their occupants. HVAC System Failures Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) defects impact comfort, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality. These systems involve complex components that must work together seamlessly.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

But changes in the industry are leading designers to take a cradle-to-cradle perspective. While innovations offer welcome solutions to existing problems, they also require a change in the approach to project delivery. To say there has been an increase in the pace of product innovation is an understatement.

Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Environmental Impact Assessment 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Consider the strides being made in water management. For example, a true digital twin can model various approaches to reducing carbon emissions and project the cost and health impacts of each over the project’s total lifecycle. If a model doesn’t include simulations and analytics, it shouldn’t be called a digital twin.

Environmental Impact Assessment 130

Environmental Impact Assessment Infrastructure Development Structural Systems Project Management Consulting 130

Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

In this episode, we talk with Jeffrey Citrone , Manager Health and Safety Compliance at KAHUNA Ventures LLC , about how to go about implementing a system-based approach to safety. He also explains why safety professionals need to do a better job of convincing management of the unseen value of training and compliance. Making Contacts.

Safety Regulations 116

Safety Regulations Health Regulations Environmental Impact Assessment Facility Management 116

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 21, 2024

The post Smart Construction Practices: Prioritizing Flood Risk Assessment For Project Success appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Smart construction practices are essential today, where climate change and unpredictable weather patterns make it increasingly important to build with foresight and resilience in mind.

Environmental Impact Assessment 64

Environmental Impact Assessment Risk Management Building Resilience Structural Systems 64

Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

At the same time, the built environment must adapt to the impacts of an already-changing climate by optimizing the resiliency of structural systems. Moreover, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides guidance on designing buildings to mitigate the impact of severe weather.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Building Resilience Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

The role of asset management in water security Asset management is a coordinated set of business practices that cover the whole lifecycle of an asset, from design and acquisition through operation and maintenance to decommissioning and disposition. With this data, plant operators can more quickly repair, rebuild and restore service.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Historic Preservation 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

The role of asset management in water security Asset management is a coordinated set of business practices that cover the whole lifecycle of an asset, from design and acquisition through operation and maintenance to decommissioning and disposition. With this data, plant operators can more quickly repair, rebuild and restore service.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Historic Preservation 130

Buildern

MARCH 6, 2025

The answer lies in the construction site inspection checklist, which is a powerful tool to monitor progress, assess if it complies with local regulations, and ensure that everything is carried out according to the highest standards. Insurance inspections aim to ensure that the property is protected and safety risks can be managed accordingly.

Inspection 94

Inspection Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Safety Regulations 94

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

Find a Location The development process begins with identifying a suitable location and assessing its potential for development. A general contractor is usually in charge of managing the construction process and coordinating all aspects of the project, including scheduling, budgeting, and overseeing the work of subcontractors.

Real Estate Development 91

Real Estate Development Land Use Regulations Environmental Impact Assessment Property Management 91