The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

How can builders use AI in new-home construction? But how can home builders use AI in new-home construction? Meanwhile, cloud-based customer relationship management (CRM) software company Salesforce has an AI product that works with its CRM system to write follow-up emails, generate texts, and so on. AI in Home Building.

Real Estate Development 279

Real Estate Development Land Use Regulations Surveying Schedule Management 279

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Callahan, Contributing Editor P art 1 of this series addressed how home building lags other industries in achieving productivity gains and how simplification and standardization are key to improving productivity in housing construction. 3 Ways to Automate Residential Construction and Increase Productivity 1.

Building Automation 204

Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing Site Planning Controls Manufacturing 204

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 3, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore how digital project information platforms–like Newforma Konekt, which includes the 2D/3D Viewer feature–are essential for modern construction projects. Improve Documentation and Issue Management Not every project stakeholder (or manager, or owner, etc.)

Collaboration 263

Collaboration Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Stakeholder Engagement 263

UK Construction Blog

JULY 2, 2024

The post The Hidden Costs of Owning Construction Equipment appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction equipment is the lifeblood of any building project and owning your own equipment can be a tempting proposition. Additionally, factor in safety training for your operators.

Construction Equipment 62

Construction Equipment Safety Regulations Health Regulations Cost Control 62

iField Smart

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

In the complex world of construction, efficient project scheduling is the cornerstone of success. Construction scheduling software has evolved to address the challenges faced by contractors and project managers, offering tools to streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Schedule Management 105

Schedule Management Project Management Change Management Construction Management 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 26, 2023

HCSS, an innovative software provider for heavy-civil construction businesses looking to streamline their operations, announces integration with Diesel Laptops, an industry leader in vehicle and equipment efficiency solutions for diesel service facilities. HCSS Equipment360 and HCSS Telematics are tightly integrated.

Construction Equipment 130

Construction Equipment Schedule Management Facility Management Project Management 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

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 6, 2024

Keeping tabs on your construction equipment can be a real game-changer. Whether you’re running a small contracting business or managing a large construction site, knowing where your machinery is and how it’s performing is crucial. But how do you go about tracking all that heavy equipment?

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment Schedule Management Construction Machinery Insurance Management 52

The Pro Builder

JUNE 5, 2023

Using Legrand’s app, homeowners can manage their lights and power, create automated schedules, and shut off forgotten fixtures remotely. This next generation of the interface module enhances its capabilities, with Animeo IP integration for solar tracking and a building management systems interface for optimized home energy use.

HVAC System Installation 245

HVAC System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation Building Automation Building Controls 245

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

On-Site Construction Staging & Storage Doug Hardin , P.E., The versatile structures have come into their own in a whole new way — appearing on the scene at large construction sites of major national grocery and retail chains including Target, Whole Foods, and many others. Tamarack Grove Engineering Brian J. Sielaff , P.E.,

Material Storage 246

Material Storage Steel Fabrication Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 9, 2023

. : DFI announces that Ryan Reavis has joined the institute as the technical activities manager. His many years of construction experience in our industry as an employee of DFI member companies makes him well suited to support DFI committees.” director of technical activities at DFI.

Geotechnical Engineering 130

Geotechnical Engineering Schedule Management Construction Management Project Management 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

The construction industry is constantly looking for solutions to increase efficiency. Modern unpiloted systems include robotics with sensors that can be deployed on a schedule and a specific path. Autonomous reality capture technology has grown in importance in construction and renovation. Autonomy adds another layer.

Structural Systems 262

Structural Systems Landscaping Engineering Foundation Systems 262

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 5, 2024

The construction work could only be performed during specific timeframes when traffic volumes were relatively lower. This allowed the contractor to condense their construction schedule, saving them both time and money. The CHRYSO & GCP admixtures met all concrete rheology, strengths, finishability, and durability needs.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems Building Materials Sustainability 246

Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 19, 2024

School District leaders new to construction projects on their campus may not know all the steps and activities needed before construction can start. This team includes the Construction Manager (CM), an Architect/Engineer (AE), bond counsel, a Financial Advisor (FA), plus District staff, and community members.

Schedule Management 127

Schedule Management Construction Management Budgeting Project Management 127

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of the construction industry, where precision meets creativity and innovation, effective marketing strategies are paramount for attracting top-tier talent across diverse construction job categories. Architects Design and plan construction projects, considering both aesthetic and functional aspects.

HVAC System Installation 123

HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 123

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

By Steve Smith , EVP of Infrastructure at Graham Construction and Catie Williams, VP of Product Development at InEight A volatile risk climate worsened by ongoing reverberations from COVID-19, geopolitical conflict, and severe weather events is reshaping the traditional relationship between owners and contractors. Construction 4.0

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 147

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Landscaping Risk Management Cost Control 147

Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The use of telematics can help to reduce the impacts of construction on the local community, through greater tracking and asset co-ordination. The effective logistics of materials and equipment is a major barometer for project delivery success. Image: Urbanscape. Image: Marlee.

Schedule Management 105

Schedule Management Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Safety Regulations 105

iField Smart

JULY 2, 2024

Revolutionizing Construction Management: A Deep Dive into the Best Construction Scheduling Software Construction scheduling is a complex dance of resources, timelines, and dependencies. Cumbersome Updates: Updating schedules in older software can be a manual and time-consuming process.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 97

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Risk Management Project Management 97

iField Smart

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Abstract In the ever-evolving construction industry, efficient resource management is critical to project success. This paper explores the principles, methodologies, and tools used in construction resource management, with a focus on best practices that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and ensure project goals are met.

Construction Management 83

Construction Management Schedule Management Material Storage Lean Construction 83

Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Whether it is a healthcare practice, manufacturing facility, office building, auto dealership, or restaurant, or if it is new construction or a remodel, we use the steps or phases of Design-Build construction to break down the commercial construction process most efficiently for our clients.

Schedule Management 127

Schedule Management Building Design Building Materials Manufacturing Building Permits 127

iField Smart

JULY 20, 2024

Construction Project Management: Navigating the Modern Landscape with Cutting-Edge Solutions Construction project management is a multi-faceted discipline that orchestrates the successful delivery of projects, from conceptualization to completion.

Project Management 99

Project Management Construction Management Landscaping Schedule Management 99

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

million construction project expands and updates the 50-year-old Barry Rose Water Reclamation Facility’s infrastructure while also decommissioning the neighboring Longwood WRF, rated at 2.5 The expansion project is scheduled to be completed in early 2028. McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

Lifts 130

Lifts Building Commissioning Facility Management Structural Systems 130

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of construction, the adoption of sophisticated technologies is not just a trend but a necessity for staying competitive. Among these, motion control technology stands out as a game-changer, enhancing the capabilities of construction equipment with unparalleled precision and efficiency.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment Cost Control Construction Machinery Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 4, 2024

New charging equipment at each end of the line will serve the system’s electric buses. The project is being delivered via the construction manager/general contractor approach. Construction on the corridor is expected to begin in 2025, with revenue service scheduled for 2027.

Schedule Management 130

Schedule Management Project Management Construction Equipment Construction Management 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 19, 2023

At the same time, the Company entered into a $13 million sale-leaseback of certain concrete segment equipment with Gordon Brothers (the “Sale-Leaseback”). The Sale-Leaseback includes equipment on lease schedules of 24-months and 36-months. HOUSTON, May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Orion Group Holdings, Inc.

Facility Management 130

Facility Management Schedule Management Construction Equipment Project Management 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 17, 2024

The session, scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, at 9:15 a.m., will focus on the connection between technology adoption in construction and reducing the cost of risk. The session, scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, at 9:15 a.m., will focus on the connection between technology adoption in construction and reducing the cost of risk.

Insurance Management 130

Insurance Management Risk Management Facility Management Construction Management 130

Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 16, 2023

It takes extensive preparation and planning to complete your construction project successfully. Sometimes, even the most experienced developers, contractors, owners, and construction managers find it challenging to maintain the highest efficiency standards and stay organized throughout the entire construction process.

Project Management 126

Project Management Schedule Management Building Materials Construction Management 126

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 28, 2022

Project management is tough. You have stakeholders tugging on your shirt for progress updates, financials, submittals, schedules, RFIs, and that barely scratches the surface. For project managers, Autodesk Build is an essential tool for keeping the entire project team on the same page, at every stage.

Project Management 98

Project Management Schedule Management Change Management Construction Management 98

LetsBuild

MARCH 3, 2023

What’s the biggest struggle that you face as a project manager? If you answered staying on schedule, you’re not alone. So if you don’t want your next project to end up as another statistic for missed deadlines, you need to improve your construction schedule. Are on-site activities matching up with your schedule?

Schedule Management 98

Schedule Management Site Planning Project Management Construction Management 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This week, the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) released its new Construction Superintendent Certification Program , a cutting-edge online addition to the organization’s Project Leadership Series. Find out more about NCCER’s Construction Superintendent Certification Program here. ALACHUA, Fla.

Safety Regulations 130

Safety Regulations Risk Management Schedule Management Construction Equipment 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 21, 2023

At its core, BIM represents an all-encompassing strategy for creating and managing information about a built asset. Remember, BIM is all about creating and managing the information of buildings. These components include schedule, cost, operations, and more. Scheduling 4D BIM adds the dimension of time to the 3D BIM model.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Environmental Impact Assessment Building Optimization 98

iField Smart

AUGUST 26, 2024

Introduction Construction project management (CPM) is a multifaceted discipline that involves the planning, coordination, and control of resources to achieve project objectives within defined constraints of time, cost, and quality. Communication often involved phone calls, meetings, and physical site visits.

Project Management 100

Project Management Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management 100

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 9, 2022

PROVEN FORMULA FOR EFFICIENT FACILITIES Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, and New Construction. Robust Process Integration + Common Shared Cost/Technical Information + Supporting Tech = Measurably Improved Cost Management. Manage costs of all types: Effort (labor, crews, timelines), quantities, materials, and equipment.

Maintenance 98

Maintenance Quality Assurance Cost Control Facility Management 98

LetsBuild

APRIL 21, 2023

How would you describe your process of creating daily construction reports? If you can simplify your daily construction reports by recording the right information correctly, you can finish in minutes right from the job site—no more after-hours paperwork in the office. What’s your biggest fear as a construction project manager?

Project Management 97

Project Management Schedule Management Risk Management Construction Management 97

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

By: Alex Brown, Senior Project Manager, Mortenson and Tamara Hartner, Design Phase Executive, Mortenson Well-designed and expertly constructed sports training facilities have the power to influence more than just performance.

Building Performance Measurement 130

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Facility Management Structural Systems 130

iField Smart

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The construction industry is undergoing a digital transformation, and jobsite management software is at the forefront of this revolution. Understanding Jobsite Management Software Jobsite management software encompasses a suite of integrated tools designed to streamline and centralize every aspect of a construction project.

Project Management 97

Project Management Construction Management Schedule Management Safety Regulations 97

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

By Justin Smith Instead of waiting for the perfect project manager to appear, invest in developing these valuable professionals within your firm. In the architecture, engineering, and construction world, locating and landing professionals with the expertise, skills, and abilities to lead projects effectively is an ongoing struggle.

Project Management 130

Project Management Schedule Management Change Management Stakeholder Engagement 130