Roads Online

OCTOBER 7, 2024

McConnell Dowell’s scope of work included the construction of a new wharf, revetment, quay wall, nine dolphins, wharf furniture, main equipment foundations, and marine loading arm platform structures. To watch and learn more about the project, click here.

Fire Protection System Installation 111

Fire Protection System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems Concrete Pouring 111

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The Third Avenue Bridge was selected for its four character-defining features: Cast-in-place Melan Arch System construction, which encases steel trusses in concrete; Classic Revival aesthetic treatment on piers, the projecting pedestrian bays and ornamental railing added in 1939; Reverse S-curve alignment.

Historic Preservation 275

Historic Preservation Concrete Pouring Project Management Consulting Change Management 275

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Key Takeaways Start with a thorough inspection to identify any structural or safety issues. This step might not be the most exciting, but trust me, its the foundation for everything else. Heres how you can do it right: Check the Structure Look for cracks in the walls or ceilings. Inspect the foundation.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation Building Permits Painting/finishing Permits 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Planning is essential when building a structure, no matter how simple or complex. Find Your Team It might take a village to raise children, but it takes an entire construction management team to raise a structure. Hiring a team of experts who already have an established system streamlines the work for you. The construction team.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Project Management Construction Management Schedule Management 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The Current State of Construction Finance Construction firms are more often faced with the problem of being less productive, possibly with higher operating costs due to inefficient financial management systems. All these terms are written in contracts to avoid confusion and safeguard the interest of all the involved parties.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Schedule Management Project Management Construction Equipment 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. Design-assist is a popular procurement method for curtain wall systems in today’s commercial market, intended to help resolve these challenges, particularly for custom curtain walls with unique performance requirements and/or unique material configurations.

Wall Systems 104

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 104

CCR Magazine

MARCH 11, 2025

Know Your Home’s Market Value Understanding the current market worth of the property is essential as it sets the foundation for a fair offer and helps shape realistic expectations today. Check Structural Integrity First. Inspect foundations, walls, and roofing early. Evaluate Mechanical Systems Thoroughly.

Inspection 52

Inspection Property Management General Contracting Foundation Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 1, 2023

The Missouri Department of Transportation requested proposals for the design/build of its $243 million Chester Bridge project and a contract to a design/build team could be awarded as early as March 2023. The plan is to select a contracting partner in 2023 for work on the Connecticut River Bridge. Another $13.1

Historic Preservation 130

Historic Preservation Public Works Building Design Infrastructure Development 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

As Cairo expanded and contracted over the centuries, various settlements, forts, and communities rose and fell. This ambitious project–owned by the Egyptian National Authority of Tunnels (NAT)–is intended to create a direct connection between Cairo, the New Administrative Capital, and 6th of October City via a two-line rapid transit system.

Structural Systems 130

Structural Systems Public Works Government Works Foundation Systems 130

Roads Online

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

ABFI Steel Group has been punching well above its weight for years, supplying steel pile casings and structural steel pipes nationwide, for major and minor projects. The Harwood Bridge project is also viewed as a major milestone internally, with the company making several expansions to cater for the contract. Images: ABFI Steel Group.

Steel Fabrication 89

Steel Fabrication Project Management Change Management Schedule Management 89

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2025

Compared to smaller orders, bulk-buy contracts may offer better rates and lead times. Strategies for Effective Bulk Buying Assess Your Needs Prior to bulk purchasing, conducting a needs assessment is key: Identify Fastener Types: Understand the specific types of fasteners your systems generally bear( e.g., screws, bolts, anchors).

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Procurement Material Storage Foundation Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The season of celebration and joyous reunion will soon be upon us, and Civil+Structural Engineer Magazine is proud to kickstart the season of celebration by announcing our 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement. Terminal C’s design successfully navigated an aggressive four-year construction schedule without disrupting airport operations.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Then after architect consult with a structural engineer and MEP engineer for details of the reinforcements and other detail for use, how deep your foundation will be, the size of gravel to be used, column width, electrical, plumbing, etc. Structural Certificate. Foundation. Design Process. Stages of work in a glance.

Painting/finishing 98

Painting/finishing Electrical Wiring Installation Plumbing Systems Masonry 98

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

How Do You Build a Solid Digital Foundation? Think of it more like layering on a digital upgrade to an already solid structure. Starting with a strong digital foundation is key because construction involves complex projects with multiple moving parts and a ton of data. Let’s break it down. How Does Safety Get an Upgrade?

Modular Construction 52

Modular Construction Building Automation Safety Regulations Foundation Systems 52

Roads Online

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Major construction and infrastructure projects are like intricate puzzles, where every piece – from architectural design to structural engineering – must fit together perfectly. Material supplied by Coates Coates introduces 3D digital model ling solutions to enhance the efficiency of temporary works.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Design Building Automation Structural Systems 105

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

These companies offer a variety of services, such as foundation repair, sump pump installation, and French drains. Their goal is to prevent flooding and structural issues by keeping basements dry and safe. Basement waterproofing not only preserves the structural integrity of your home but also enhances its value.

Waterproofing Systems 52

Waterproofing Systems Foundation Systems Structural Systems Wall Systems 52

Natural Building

JULY 25, 2010

Earthbag Structures for Disaster-Prone Areas. Green Electrical Contracting. These structures are self-supporting, self-framing, highly insulated, maintenance free, disaster resistant, and recyclable. This system can be used for anything from walk-in coolers to high-end resort hotels. View my complete profile.

Green Building 69

Green Building Architecture Sustainability Structural Systems 69

Roads Online

JANUARY 17, 2024

These states have relatively strong foundations for demand this decade, with growing populations, mineral and renewable resources, relatively low debt and major events like the 2032 Olympics in Brisbane stimulating further opportunities,” Lawrence said. billion in FY24, and grow to $12 billion in FY26.

Renewable Energy Systems 104

Renewable Energy Systems Construction Equipment Energy Efficiency Building Products Distribution 104

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 22, 2024

All residential and commercial buildings require sturdy, reliable foundations to remain structurally sound over decades of shifting soil, erosion, changing weather patterns, and typical wear-and-tear. But even modern engineering and construction cannot always prevent foundational issues from emerging.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Concrete Pouring Waterproofing Systems Structural Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

With her educational background and personal focus on structural engineering, she accepted a position with RJN Group Inc., 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.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

Building Radar

AUGUST 8, 2024

Retrofitting in construction involves updating and modifying existing structures to improve their performance, safety, and energy efficiency. Understanding Retrofitting Definition and Overview Retrofitting is the process of upgrading or improving an existing building or structure to enhance its performance or extend its lifespan.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Structural Systems 52

CivilJungle

MAY 16, 2021

What Is Foundation Repair? Foundation renovation is required when the foundation of a home, building , or structure is impaired & the core structure of the building is required to be repaired. Foundation Techniques. No wastage & sound pollution in comparison to replacement of a new structure.

Concrete Pouring 52

Concrete Pouring Foundation Systems Wall Systems Structural Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 25, 2025

The post House Foundation Depths: UK Guide to Building Regulations & Requirements 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways House foundations in the UK typically range from 0.6 Tree proximity affects foundation depth requirements, with large trees (over 15m tall) necessitating minimum depths of 2.0m

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Building Standards Structural Systems 52

Building Information Management

APRIL 26, 2016

The foundation of LEAN construction delivery is based upon collaborative efforts of all participants and stakeholders (real property owners, contractors, AE’s, building users, oversight groups …) to. Collaboration is a contractual REQUIREMENT in addition to a work philosophy for any deployment of Job Order Contracting and IPD.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Contracts Quality Assurance Building Standards 40

Buildern

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Key Stages of Construction Project Management Types of Construction Projects Construction Roles Types of Construction Contracts Construction Project Management Software Toolkit Conclusion What is Construction Project Management? This process is known as procurement, and it involves finding the right vendors and negotiating contracts.

Project Management 64

Project Management Construction Management General Contracting Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Because consistency across sites enables us to shift from individual project purchase orders to more program-based contracts that cover multiple sites with the same footprint. I am a solution seeker; I enjoy creating systems and processes to pinpoint and remove production inefficiencies.

Modular Construction 98

Modular Construction Building Standards Controls Manufacturing Quality Control 98

CivilJungle

MARCH 17, 2021

The Frost wall or frost-protected wall structure is built to keep soil below the building against freezing to secure the foundations in freezing conditions. Any damage to the structural foundation would have an effect on the overall integrity of the construction. This concrete contraction can result in internal tension.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Foundation Systems Structural Systems Concrete Pouring 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 11, 2022

This connected system can improve the asset’s entire life cycle from the pre-project stage to the end-of-life stage. Looking at the image (below) from a recent report from RICS, Digital twins from design to handover of constructed assets , you can see the foundational elements of the digital twin. 2D information. Synchronization.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Handover Risk Management Project Management 98

UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The development of reinforced concrete dates back to the 19th century, as engineers and architects sought a construction material that could withstand both the compressive and tensile forces in structures. Reinforced concrete is now widely used across the globe for a variety of structural applications, including buildings, bridges, and more.

Concrete Pouring 64

Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Building Products Distribution 64

Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

Best Practices for Multiple Award Task and Delivery Order Contracting. TASK AND DELIVERY ORDER CONTRACTING. This interim document contains our current views on best practices in the use of task and delivery order contracts, in particular multiple award contracts, as authorized by the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act (FASA).

Contracts 45

Contracts General Contracting Building Performance Measurement Government Works 45

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The garage is New York City’s first ever municipal project contracted as a design-build construction undertaking, under the recently authorized NYC design-build legislation. The design-build process offers significant benefits to public agencies contracting large facilities, including better designs and faster delivery schedules.

Building Design 52

Building Design Fire Protection System Installation Roofing Systems Structural Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 24, 2025

Choosing the right business structure (sole trader, limited company, or partnership) is crucial, with each having distinct implications for taxation and personal liability. Let’s explore the essential steps, practical insights and proven strategies you’ll need to lay a solid foundation for your construction business success.

Insurance Management 52

Insurance Management Construction Equipment Project Management Consulting Specialty Contracting 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 3, 2018

LEAN Job Order Contracting. Traditional construction delivery, and even Job Order Contracting deployed inappropriately does little to resolve the issue. Locally researched detailed line item cost data is the foundation of any successful JOC Program. Up to 4 inches, K or L copper can replace steel for mechanical systems.

Contracts 40

Contracts Lean Construction Facility Management Procurement 40

Buildern

MAY 4, 2023

Think of it like building a sturdy foundation for your knowledge. These guidelines cover everything from how structures are designed to the electrical systems, plumbing, fire safety measures, and even accessibility. Have everything under control with a flexible hierarchical folder system that can be accessed from any device.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Heavy Lifting Transportation 52

Construction Superintendent Magazine

JUNE 14, 2013

was recently awarded the Art Building Replacement Facility project, with a contract valued at approximately $51 million, for the University of Iowa, in Iowa City, Iowa. The new five-story, approximately 128,000-square-foot structure, will be concrete frame construction supported on drilled pier foundations.

Ceiling Systems 40

Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Roofing Systems Foundation Systems 40

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 29, 2025

A construction budget template serves as your financial compass, providing a structured framework to plan, track and monitor all project costs effectively. Understanding Construction Budget Templates A construction budget template organises financial data into structured categories for accurate cost tracking and a work plan template.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Insurance Management Building Permits Structural Systems 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 27, 2023

is a full-service construction management, design/build, and general contracting firm. Two years in a row, the company has been named an Employment Scorecard Honoree by the Women’s Foundation of Greater St. Louis has a local organization, the Construction Forum , focused on enacting systemic change. Wilson & Co.

Change Management 105

Change Management Project Management Consulting Lean Construction Construction Management 105