Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

By John Clow, MentorAPM co-founder and COO The extreme weather risk to clean water infrastructure is up— way up. A smart way to protect and enhance those investments is with asset management, which helps utilities make risk-based decisions and derive maximum value from assets.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Facility Management 130

Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Businesses have to analyze and assess multiple suppliers to find the most compatible ones, and they often require their vendors to have certain licenses, qualifications, and certifications. For contractors, these come in the form of a process known as prequalification and contractor management. What is Contractor Management?

Safety Regulations 126

Safety Regulations Health Regulations Insurance Management Quality Assurance 126

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. It minimizes the risks of construction site accidents and promotes a safer environment for its employees.

Inspection 94

Inspection Quality Control Environmental Impact Assessment Safety Regulations 94

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 11, 2024

These technologies can also streamline the design review process and help teams produce more accurate estimates, thus "reducing budgets and timeline deviations by an estimated 10-20% and engineering hours by 10-30%." billion by 2032.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 137

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Building Automation Schedule Management 137

Construction Daily News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) plays a vital role in managing construction procurement for various projects across the state. By examining the entire lifecycle of construction procurement, readers will understand how the KYTC ensures project success while managing risks and emphasizing efficiency.

Procurement 52

Procurement Environmental Impact Assessment Stakeholder Engagement Risk Management 52

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

By Tracy Cook Photos courtesy Tarkett There are many expectations from indoor spaces today: they must look aesthetically pleasing but be strong enough to withstand heavy use, be easy to clean but not feel sterile and unwelcoming, and they should feature healthy, sustainable materials that support human and environmental health.

Flooring Systems 59

Flooring Systems Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement Environmental Impact Assessment 59

Rabbet

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Cap rates are a quick and efficient method to assess a property’s potential return relative to its price, allowing investors to make informed decisions in a fast-paced market. Cap rates also offer insights into the level of risk associated with an investment, as higher cap rates often indicate higher-risk properties or markets.

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Environmental Impact Assessment Risk Management Property Management 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

This guide will help you understand how this process adds value to your project by saving costs, adhering to environmental standards, and simplifying the renovation journey. Established safety measures, based on detailed risk assessments conducted well in advance, are deployed to ensure increased safety.

Environmental Impact Assessment 64

Environmental Impact Assessment Historic Preservation Safety Regulations Building Performance Measurement 64

CCR Magazine

MAY 17, 2024

Project Management Project managers are essential in the construction industry, overseeing projects from start to finish. They handle planning, coordination, and supervision, ensuring budgets, timelines, and resources are managed effectively. They handle budgeting, financial reporting, and tax planning.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Environmental Impact Assessment Health Regulations Safety Regulations 52

Roads Online

AUGUST 13, 2024

Executive General Manager Daniel Orriss and the SPA team are leading this charge. Australia has a long way to go if it’s to achieve its goal of cutting emissions by 43 per cent by 2030 and reaching net-zero by 2050, with Climate Action Tracker currently assessing Australia’s progress as “insufficient”. Image: SPA.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Infrastructure Development Building Resilience Government Works 105

Building Information Management

AUGUST 29, 2012

BIM is the life-cycle modeling and management of the built environment supported by digital technology. First, a few clarifications and items to help frame this discussion: BIM definition: “BIM is the life-cycle modeling and management of the built environment supported by digital technology.” INTRODUCTION.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 74

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Project Management Consulting 74

CCR Magazine

JUNE 26, 2024

Strategic Planning and Feasibility Assessment Before starting any renovation project, it’s important to carefully plan and assess feasibility. Budgeting and Cost Management Effective budgeting is key to avoiding financial surprises and ensuring profitability.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Environmental Impact Assessment Property Management HVAC System Installation 52

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

First and foremost is important to understand that all projects are exercises in managing change. The key to consistent delivery of successful projects therefore lies in the ability to account for and/or manage variations as they occur. As people naturally resist change, it is up to leadership to embrace and support change management.

Project Management Consulting 91

Project Management Consulting Change Management Project Management Schedule Management 91

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 18, 2024

As green building practices evolve and a growing number of buy clean government policies are introduced to markets across North America, construction materials are under increasing scrutiny concerning their impact on embodied carbon. This is because the further along the design process, the more accurate the estimates are. The reason?

Concrete Pouring 52

Concrete Pouring Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 2, 2023

By streamlining construction waste management processes, you can realize significant cost savings, enhance efficiency, and contribute to environmental sustainability. This blog post will discuss various strategies you can implement during renovation projects to improve waste management and reduce the impact on the environment.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Environmental Impact Assessment Material Handling Energy Conservation 52

Buildern

JANUARY 15, 2025

Builders who actively manage construction costs can save a lot of money while keeping quality high. If effectively managing construction costs is your top priority, then reading this article is worth your attention. are very important in the estimating process of any construction project.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Schedule Management Risk Management Quality Control 52

CCR Magazine

JUNE 6, 2024

The specialists who combine advanced knowledge with a deep understanding of environmental changes enable this amazing success. The Value of Bridge Netting Systems in Preventing Disasters Bridge netting systems ensure safety, environmental protection, and structural integrity. Effective structural design is key to managing snow loads.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Structural Systems Material Handling Foundation Systems 52

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 7, 2018

How air leakage can impact building durability. Estimating energy savings. Environmental Product Declarations. How air leakage can impact building durability. The key to minimizing the damage potential of moisture is effectively managing the flow of air into and out of the building. Estimating energy savings.

Building Code Compliance 60

Building Code Compliance Environmental Impact Assessment Building Codes Building Standards 60

Building Information Management

OCTOBER 15, 2015

Construction delivery methods define roles, responsibilities, deliverables, levels of risks, set the overall tone, and ultimately determine the success or failure of a project more so than any single element. is a factor used to multiply against the estimates prepared using the UPB. Construction Delivery Methods. Design-bid-build.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 45

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Maintenance Environmental Impact Assessment Green Building 45

Wrench

JULY 14, 2023

They ensure that the project meets technical standards, safety regulations, and environmental considerations. They manage the construction process, procure materials, hire subcontractors, and ensure quality and safety compliance. The engineering teams can be further divided based on their specializations.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management Stakeholder Engagement 52

UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

The post Read the Latest News on Crumbling Concrete Schools, “Customization Culture” of Building Hinders Digital Maturity, UK Construction Growth Decelerates Due to Housing Market Turmoil and Weak Demand, and Renewable Energy and Low-impact Materials Make Construction Greener appeared first on UK Construction Blog.

Building Materials 64

Building Materials Environmental Impact Assessment Renewable Energy Systems Green Building 64

Rabbet

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

A real estate development project combines creativity, strategy, and resource management to transform visions into reality. This study should include detailed cost estimates, market analysis, financial projections, and risk assessment. New construction can have a 5% contingency depending on environmental studies.

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Budgeting Environmental Impact Assessment Change Management 52

Practical Law Construction

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

This impacts both rents and prices with non-green real estate assets being subject to a brown discount. Majority of respondents note a rise in climate risk assessments by investors on their built assets. Only 15% of respondents state that digital tools and processes are used to assess and reduce embodied carbon across projects.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Green Building Renewable Energy Systems 52

PN - Project Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Properly preparing equipment minimizes the risk of breakdowns or malfunctions during transit, ultimately saving time and money! ​ Risk management and insurance Risk management and insurance should always be part of transporting heavy construction equipment overseas.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment Heavy Lifting Transportation Environmental Impact Assessment Insurance Management 52

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. Project management becomes more proactive than reactive, significantly improving the odds of meeting cost and schedule outcomes.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 18, 2022

The Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act (IIJA) was recently signed into law in the United States and it’s poised to have a significant impact on the construction industry. Is the material also environmentally friendly?” Examples of project requirements. Jimmy Christianson, Vice President of Government Relations, AGC.

Government Works 61

Government Works General Contracting Environmental Impact Assessment Risk Management 61

In Eight

JUNE 15, 2023

Complex projects are becoming even more complex — physically, commercially and environmentally — leaving traditional, disparate construction processes and systems struggling to keep up with an ever-growing demand for greater project certainty. Better-connected office and field teams.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management Change Management 52

Buildern

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

An unsettling nationwide trend shows construction projects often exceed their budget by at least 16%, thus highlighting the importance of detailed planning and estimation. Effective management of labor ensures your workers are adequately paid for their work and contribute to the timely completion of your project.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Project Management Budgeting Construction Management 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Cost estimation: machine learning models can consider countless variables – from material costs to labor rates and site conditions – to generate more accurate and competitive bids. Risk analysis: AI models enhance risk assessment and reduce liability costs for your business, such as indemnity insurance.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Building Optimization 40

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

From hands-on trades to management roles, you’ll find countless ways to grow and advance. Whether you’re interested in carpentry, site management, surveying or project planning, there’s a pathway that matches your aspirations. Each route provides specific skills and qualifications aligned with different career goals.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Building Performance Measurement Site Planning 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Constructability: Contractors contribute insights on how design decisions may impact the construction process, highlighting potential challenges and proposing solutions. The greater the amount of customization to the system and the more constrained the project schedule, the greater the value design-assist can offer in reducing risk.

Wall Systems 104

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

CivilJungle

OCTOBER 25, 2020

Environmental engineering is a broad topic and covers a range of scientific and engineering areas that are dedicated to reducing waste and pollution while improving environmental conditions for all of us. There are lots of best companies to work for if you are in the field of environmental engineering. Company Name.

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Engineering Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Consulting Environmental Impact Assessment 52

PN - Project Management

MAY 30, 2022

Instead, focus on setting a realistic budget with the help of your finance team or project manager. This permit regulates a structure's features, safety, and environmental impact on the surrounding area. Plan a Realistic Project Budget Constructing a new building may seem exciting, but make sure you don't go over your head.

Building Permits 52

Building Permits Project Management Consulting Schedule Management Project Management 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 8, 2024

To delve deeper into how Baltimore managed their predicament and gain inspiration for Bedford, click here. Buildable Land Inventory: Data about available land and capacity estimates are essential for future construction plans. Lender Requirements Lenders assess risk before financing.

Land Use Regulations 52

Land Use Regulations Real Estate Development Zoning Property Management 52

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Impact on occupants One of the first concerns of noise pollution is its effect on human comfort and cognitive performance. Prolonged exposure to high and sustained levels of noise can negatively impact health, including increased risk of headaches, hearing loss, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular disease. acoustician).

Building Performance Measurement 64

Building Performance Measurement Ceiling Systems Project Management Consulting Flooring Systems 64

In Eight

AUGUST 4, 2023

The Value of Construction Project Management Software The capital projects industry remains challenged to deliver projects on time and within budget. The scale and complexity of today’s projects call for integrated construction project management solutions with mobile functionality.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Change Management Project Management Consulting 52