Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 24, 2023

Named the EchoWater Project , the immense upgrade was completed in spring 2023—on schedule and under budget. The expanded tertiary treatment facility is now the second largest treatment plant of its kind in the nation, and the expansion project was among the largest public works projects in the Sacramento region’s history.

Budgeting 130

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

P.Eng, Tamarack Grove Engineering Cody Jones , Bledsoe Tents The modern-day engineered fabric structure, known more universally as a tent, has applications far beyond weddings, social events, and as temporary expansion space. C = COST The cost of tents compared to shipping containers is another clear example of the benefits.

Material Storage 246

Material Storage Steel Fabrication Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials 246

Wrench

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects, the pursuit of success hinges on the ability to monitor both lead and lag indicators. The significance of this multifaceted approach lies in its capacity to provide a holistic perspective on project performance and blend foresight and hindsight.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Project Management Schedule Management Change Management 52

LetsBuild

APRIL 21, 2023

What’s your biggest fear as a construction project manager? Disputes, delays, cost or schedule overruns ? Keeping a detailed daily construction report is useful for more than tracking project progress and productivity; it decreases your risks of experiencing those fears that keep you up at night. All of the above?

Project Management 97

Project Management Risk Management Schedule Management Construction Management 97

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Top Resources for Construction Project Managers. “If If you’re looking for a relaxing profession, choose construction management.” – said no experienced construction project manager ever. The job can be stressful as it continually keeps project managers on their toes. Key Takeaways.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Risk Management Change Management 52

In Eight

MAY 25, 2023

Organizations involved in capital projects have traditionally relied on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and accounting systems to help them maintain the financial system of record, produce financial statements, and to assess overall performance of an asset portfolio. costing more dollars and hours).

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Structural Systems Project Management Consulting 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 8, 2024

However, ensuring the safety and recoverability of your project data in Azure DevOps is equally critical. Azure DevOps backup houses vital project artifacts, including source code, work items, build and release pipelines, and more. Azure Boards: Work items, test cases, and other project management artifacts.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Building Automation Schedule Management Building Codes 52

In Eight

MARCH 21, 2023

Capital projects don’t come with blank checks. And yet, too many projects — even the most successful ones — wind up becoming money pits. Contractors and owners often watch as their projects’ budgets gradually creep, and often soar, past the limits established and agreed to during the planning stage.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Schedule Management Project Management Consulting Cost Control 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Project stakeholders can now access critical model data with fewer steps; powerful new features provide greater control over cost and schedule management. The model is a great source of truth during design and planning, but data isn’t easily transferred to construction teams during the build phase of a project.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 96

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Building Products Distribution Property Management 96

Construction Daily News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Addressing weather delays in construction projects is paramount. Unforeseen weather disruptions — such as heavy rain, snowstorms or extreme heatwaves — can halt construction activities, resulting in increased costs. Extended project timelines need more work hours, leading to higher labor expenses.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Schedule Management Site Planning Material Storage 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Overseeing large and complex construction projects requires quite a bit of skill and experience. Aside from industry and project knowledge, you need solid leadership and management skills to navigate unique challenges and ensure successful outcomes. During that project, my boss, the VP of Development, retired.

Building Design 80

Building Design Project Management Property Management Schedule Management 80

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Construction teams are increasingly faced with two competing realities on projects today: a shortage of skilled workers and consistently condensed project schedules. At Autodesk, we believe that the more insights we can empower field and project teams with, the better and safer everyone can build.

Schedule Management 98

Schedule Management Risk Management Project Management Construction Management 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 21, 2022

The quality of your data can make or break your ability to make informed project decisions. However, with the right data management systems and strategies, construction teams can breach those silos and get the high quality, connected information they need to make good decisions that move projects forward at minimum risk. .

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Products Distribution Quality Control Building Automation 98

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

These properties, typically known as smart buildings, use advanced technologies to manage assets, resources, and services to benefit the property owner, building employees, and customers. Why Adopt Advanced Technologies in Facilities Management? How Is Robotic Process Automation Used In Facilities Management?

Facility Management 52

Facility Management Change Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation 52

Procore

JUNE 1, 2023

Over the course of the global virtual event, Procore product leaders highlighted how customers are leveraging Procore throughout the construction project lifecycle to digitally transform their businesses, improve project cashflows and drive better business outcomes. Here are some highlights from Innovation Summit.

Risk Management 94

Risk Management Change Management Project Management Construction Management 94

In Eight

OCTOBER 4, 2023

It means viewing each capital project from every facet — how all its parts work together and how they impact each other. Traditional project management technologies limit this ability. Fortunately, construction technology has evolved to enhance our understanding of capital projects more clearly and thoroughly.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement 52

Buildern

MARCH 10, 2023

Construction payment management can be a challenging process, as common issues such as payment disputes, lack of proper documentation, and poor cash flow management often occur. This article provides practical tips and strategies for managing payment disputes, creating proper documentation, and optimizing cash flow management.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management General Contracting 52

PN - Project Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

"Construction equipment is often an essential component in construction projects. This might be because the contractor is working on a construction project in another country. Or perhaps they have completed a project in another country and want to bring the equipment back to their home base.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment Heavy Lifting Transportation Environmental Impact Assessment Insurance Management 52

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. The ability to rent it out or use it for your own projects offers the promise of significant profit and control.

Construction Equipment 62

Construction Equipment Safety Regulations Health Regulations Cost Control 62

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Projects of all sizes face an overwhelming amount of construction documentation. Still, without good digital systems in place, the task of managing all those documents can get very overwhelming and chaotic. . Fortunately, there are several tools that can help with document control. The list goes on and on. .

Project Management 97

Project Management HVAC Systems Construction Management Structural Systems 97

In Eight

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Spurred on by the gradual shift toward digital transformation to improve project outcomes, contractors are zeroing in on performance and progress data to monitor how well projects align with those outcomes. EVM consists of a trio of variables: actual cost (AC), planned value (PV) and earned value (EV).

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Site Planning Cost Control Quality Control 52

Field Wire

MARCH 5, 2024

Estimating project costs correctly and managing the budget accordingly are just as vital. You must have domain expertise and foresight to calculate how much everything will cost, avoid charging too little and spend funds properly. All subcontractors make project cost estimation and budgeting errors.

Estimating 52

Estimating Budgeting Insurance Management General Contracting 52

Jonas Construction

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Challenges like cost overruns, acquiring skilled staff , and knowing where your job costs are at have generally been expected in the last few years. Major Project Types Some of the biggest focuses for the 2024 construction market will be manufacturing facility construction and infrastructure projects. In the U.S.,

Building Materials Manufacturing 97

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Information Modeling (BIM) Cost Control Controls Manufacturing 97

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

6 reasons your construction projects are not being completed on time and how to avoid them. It’s both frustrating and costly for contractors when a construction project is postponed. There are some reasons, like weather that are beyond your control, but most construction project delays can be avoided.

Project Management 95

Project Management Change Management Cost Control Schedule Management 95

Bylt News

MARCH 16, 2023

Interactive and Immersive Insight XR collaborative project or program management with events that pertain to your work or needs. Projects or assets with alerts, recalls, critical path method scheduling, life cycle management, resource management, work forces and sub costs as well as create teams.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Building Products Distribution Project Management Consulting Schedule Management 52

CCR Magazine

JUNE 13, 2024

Here are some key areas where embracing innovation can future-proof your commercial construction business: Building Information Modeling (BIM): BIM allows for the creation of a 3D digital model of the entire building project, facilitating collaboration and clash detection among stakeholders.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management Building Optimization Energy Efficiency 52

In Eight

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The InEight Global Capital Projects Outloo k (GCPO) report is out and has been providing myriad insights for the global construction industry. Globally, 67% of respondents are project owners, and 33% are contractors. Yet I was surprised over the gap between continents in application of technology in projects. Let’s dig in!

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 59

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management Consulting Cost Control Quality Control 59

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 21, 2021

The sunny weather conditions, coupled with relatively less traffic on roads, create an ideal environment to make headway on projects. . But no matter how hectic your schedule is this summer, it’s important to find time to attend professional functions such as meetups and webinars. . Autodesk Construction Meetup – BIM Managers.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Stakeholder Engagement Project Management Construction Management 52

In Eight

AUGUST 22, 2023

The sophistication and complexity that define modern capital projects demand fine-tuned construction workflows that will keep tasks and data moving smoothly along the construction continuum. The challenge is when those workflows, once underway in the field, don’t align with the schedules and costs outlined at the project’s outset.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Site Planning Risk Management Budgeting 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 13, 2023

From the initial site survey to the final construction phase, many moving parts must be managed effectively to ensure everything runs smoothly. These measures are reactive in nature, meaning they can only respond to events that have already occurred rather than prevent them from happening in the first place. ??The

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Construction Equipment Site Planning Change Management 52

cnstrctr

JANUARY 4, 2020

Construction projects are a conglomeration of various parties that all need to work together. A construction contract is a document that outlines the roles and responsibilities between two or more parties on a project. It can be complicated or simple and tailored to your project. The contract can take many forms and formats.

Contracts 88

Contracts Project Management Consulting Building Design Construction Management 88

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 15, 2023

Taking place November 13-15 in Las Vegas, this event is packed with opportunities to help you advance your tech skills—and career. Discover how AR technology enables real-time issue detection and superior project controls, safeguarding projects from costly errors, clashes, and design deviations before they escalate.

Project Management Consulting 40

Project Management Consulting Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation Project Management 40

Buildern

APRIL 28, 2023

Such recordings are the backbone of project management, providing a vital record of progress, challenges, and triumphs. Daily logs connect the construction job site with the office, ensuring everyone involved in the project stays informed on the progress. The figures are staggering, but it doesn’t have to be your reality!

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Project Management Construction Equipment Risk Management 52

Buildern

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Conflating contingency and allowance can lead to misallocating resources, delays in project completion, and, ultimately, increased costs. Definition & Purpose Contingency is a predetermined sum of money allocated to cover potential risks or changes in the project scope that are not known in advance.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Risk Management Material Handling Budgeting 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 15, 2023

From design and VDC professionals to business and project managers, these construction leaders aren't just building structures and facilities—they're shaping our world. Utilizing a data-driven and detail-oriented approach, she guides departmental collaboration and manages the customer experience."

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management Consulting Project Management 52

Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 15, 2016

When you deal with construction claims, many believe that the largest component of any request for additional compensation is generally labor costs. A contractor generally bids a scope of work based upon certain assumptions regarding labor costs and labor productivity. Out of sequence work. Crowding and stacking of trades.

General Contracting 87

General Contracting Schedule Management Cost Control Project Management 87

In Eight

JUNE 13, 2023

Certainly, at the project level, individual functions — estimating , scheduling and commissioning , for example — must be on point. But that efficiency must be more systemic for a contractor managing the entire construction process and subcontracting work to various tradespeople. Then start assessing.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Schedule Management Communication Cost Control 52