CCR Magazine

APRIL 9, 2025

For decades, general contractors stood at the center of every job site, running the show, coordinating teams, and acting as the final word on everything from schedules to budgets. The balance of power on construction sites is tiltingand fast. Because lets face it: general contractors are often stretched thin.

General Contracting 52

General Contracting Project Management Consulting Building Controls HVAC Systems 52

Develop Coaching

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

From project management to cost control, there are several key areas where you can make strategic improvements to enhance your bottom line. You’ll discover practical strategies to increase productivity on job sites, manage overhead costs effectively, and improve cash flow.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Cost Control Construction Equipment Quality Control 52

Roads Online

JUNE 27, 2024

Image/Inland Rail The Inland Rail project has taken a major step forward with the announcement that John Holland will deliver the construction program for the remaining eight sites of the project in Victoria. Tranche 1 sites at Glenrowan, Wangaratta, Seymour are progressing well, and Barnawartha North is completed,” he said.

Contracts 104

Contracts General Contracting Site Planning Project Management 104

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Driver Companies , a premier builder serving California for more than 100 years, recently celebrated the opening of Legacy Academy K-8 School located at The Preserve at Chino, a 38-acre master-planned community. As a leader in general contracting and construction management services, C.W.

Historic Preservation 130

Historic Preservation Facility Management Specialty Contracting General Contracting 130

Commercial Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

I wouldn’t go so far as to call myself a control freak, but as a national general contractor, it’s part of the job description to be the one calling the shots and telling everyone what to do on a complex commercial construction project. One recent project we bid even had the pre-fabricated steel structure of a building as an OFI.

Project Management 113

Project Management Construction Management Material Handling Material Storage 113

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The expansion project is scheduled to be completed in early 2028. McCarthy) was named as the project’s general contractor, serving as the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), in partnership with the project’s design engineer Freese and Nichols, Inc. , McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

Lifts 130

Lifts Building Commissioning Facility Management Structural Systems 130

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

This includes pre-construction and planning phase activities including initial owner scope of work as well as all related planning, procurement, and project management processes. Auditors should engage experienced construction professionals to be able to optimally apply industry best management and financial practices.

Lean Construction 90

Lean Construction Schedule Management Insurance Management Procurement 90

Construction Marketing

AUGUST 3, 2022

None of this would be possible without efficient and careful construction project management planning and construction managers. Construction project management plays a vital role in ensuring that all the buildings around us are built safely and on time. What does the construction project management team do? .

Project Management 99

Project Management Construction Management General Contracting Risk Management 99

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. In general, labor productivity refers to the measurement or unit of work that is accomplished for a designated period of time. Restricted site access. Out of sequence work.

General Contracting 87

General Contracting Schedule Management Cost Control Project Management 87

Jonas Construction

AUGUST 20, 2024

Effective cash flow management and data accuracy are crucial to maintaining financial health and operational efficiency for construction and service businesses, like specialty and mechanical contractors. In today’s competitive and operationally complex construction industry, businesses face numerous internal and external risks.

Specialty Contracting 105

Specialty Contracting Schedule Management Construction Management Project Management 105

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. A construction site inspection checklist is essential for any construction project.

Inspection 94

Inspection Quality Control Environmental Impact Assessment Safety Regulations 94

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Contract Administrator notifies the Contractor of a Project, schedules a Joint Scope Meeting, and issues a Notice of Joint Scope Meeting. Contract Administrator issues a Request for Proposal (RFP) to JOC contractor (alternately process can require contractor to submit a draft detailed SOW for owner review prior to issuance of RFP).

General Contracting 104

General Contracting Approvals Change Management Schedule Management 104

Field Wire

AUGUST 13, 2023

A punch list (also called a snag list, deficiency list, or punch out list), according to the online Business Dictionary , is “a document listing work that does not conform to contract specifications, usually attached to a certificate of substantial completion.” PRODUCT Try Fieldwire's Punch List App Photos, markups, and reports.

Specialty Contracting 98

Specialty Contracting General Contracting Project Management Consulting Site Planning 98

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

Effective prevention strategies include comprehensive pre-construction planning, robust quality assurance during building, clear communication between all stakeholders, and thorough documentation. Construction defects typically stem from poor workmanship, substandard materials, improper site preparation, or inadequate maintenance.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

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

Wolgast Corporation

JANUARY 12, 2023

Construction Management. General Contracting. Additionally, we have crews on staff to self-perform site work, concrete, rough and finish carpentry, and millwork when it benefits the customer. Restoration. Development/Leaseback Services. Bonus: Hybrid of the above services.

General Contracting 91

General Contracting Insurance Management Building Design Project Management 91

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 7, 2022

This is especially true for commercial and residential construction sites, where plumbing contractors play an essential role between general and specialty contractors alike. The plumbing contracting industry continues to grow at a promising rate. Plumbing Contracting in 2022 and Beyond.

Plumbing 98

Plumbing Specialty Contracting Plumbing Systems General Contracting 98

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

However, budgets are limited, materials are expensive, design and construction schedules are constrained, and global supply chain logistics continue to apply pressure to projects. What is design-assist Design-assist, at its core, is rooted in a close collaborative relationship between the owner, architect, and contractor.

Wall Systems 104

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

Jonas Construction

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Last Updated on November 11, 2024 In today’s fast-paced construction industry, effective cost management is essential to protect profits and ensure project success. How can contractors consistently stay on top of costs while managing complex projects and service contracts?

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Project Management Risk Management Building Code Compliance 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

The 2024 Class of Rising Stars in the AEC Industry Jeremy Mano Architect/Project Manager ARRIVE Architecture Group Bedford, TX Jeremy Mano is a bright architectural professional who stands out not only for his innovative designs but also for his commitment to teaching, research, public service, leadership, and exemplary time management.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Demolish bidding data silos & unlock insights: A primer for precon leaders Led by speakers Mary Holm, Senior Manager, Software Development Preconstruction, Autodesk, and Alice Adelman, Integration Solutions Engineer, Autodesk. VDC Technical Leader, SSOE Group, and Lisa Lewis, Project Management Assistant, SSOE Group.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 111

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Schedule Management Risk Management 111

Roads Online

MARCH 3, 2024

Bluebeam can help by managing the process of requests for information (RFI) and submittals—two aspects of a project’s delivery that are seemingly run of the mill but are crucial to the success of a construction project. In addition, it can resolve issues around constructability and circumstances arising from different site conditions.

Public Works 105

Public Works Change Management Project Management Schedule Management 105

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2020

Integrated project delivery software and support services embed robust LEAN planning, procurement and project delivery processes within a common data and cloud technology environment. Clearly defined mutually beneficial outcomes are easily supported within a robust and integrated evironment. Defined common data environment.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 71

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Closeout Lean Construction Procurement 71

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Army Job Order Contracts fail to meet critical AFARS requirements most of the time. The J OCPB (JOC Price Book: reflects the current local costs in detail for construction tasks expected to be performed in the geographical area of the base contract with the primary use of developing a detailed line-item price. 5117.9001 Definitions.

Contracts 105

Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

A contract’s a contract, right? There are many construction contract types out there. The construction industry uses different kinds of agreements depending on the project’s scope, delivery, schedule, budget, and the parties involved. The eight types of construction contracts include: cost-plus construction contract.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 98

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Contracts General Contracting Cost Control 98

Buildern

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The answer lies in professionally implemented construction project management strategies that bring clarity to all activities, such as estimating , planning, collaborating, and managing resources. Table of Contents What is Construction Project Management? But in fact, it is far from it.

Project Management 64

Project Management Construction Management General Contracting Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 1, 2023

Our software enables stakeholders to manage one of the most common processes on a project by submitting, assigning, and answering RFIs with just a few clicks. When workers on site need critical information or clarification to move forward, they initiate an RFI. The average response time to an RFI is 9.7

Building Automation 96

Building Automation Schedule Management Project Management Building Design 96

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Terminal C’s design successfully navigated an aggressive four-year construction schedule without disrupting airport operations. Albuquerque, New Mexico Project Team : Owner: Bernalillo County, New Mexico Civil Engineer: Bohannan Huston and Molzen Corbin General Contractor: AUI Inc. Construction Management Co.:

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 23, 2022

From measuring bid-to-win ratio, to how much a project is over budget or schedule, and KPIs , the more numbers you can put behind your work, the better. Here are key categories so you can quickly locate the most relevant construction industry statistics to your project: General Outlook. Looking to grab a fact fast? Click to Tweet.

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement Schedule Management Project Management Risk Management 98

ENR Construction

JULY 30, 2012

Search our site: Infrastructure. Survey Schedule. Alistair Gibb, professor of complex project management at Loughborough University in England, talked about safety at the London Olympics at a Construction Industry Institute meeting in Baltimore. Gibb, professor of complex project management at Loughborough University in England.

Schedule Management 76

Schedule Management Project Management Insurance Management Site Planning 76

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 9, 2024

Watch what they have to say: AR and Drone's Impact on the Industry Kelly Barber Division Chief, Systems Management, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation "Some of the biggest construction trends and innovations that we are starting to explore are the use of AR and drones.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 137

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 11, 2024

AI applications may include advanced project management tools, predictive analytics for risk assessment, and optimization of construction processes. In addition, the use of AI in design and planning stages could lead to more efficient resource utilization and cost-effective solutions. Another AI focus will be regenerative scheduling.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 137

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Mechanical Engineer & Project Manager, AKF Group. As Mechanical Engineer & Project Manager, Jason oversees the implementation of digital platforms in a multi-building and multi-phase project. Manager, Global Design Tech, Amazon. Project Manager, Boldt. New York, NY. Kirkland, WA. Ariana Alvear. San Francisco, CA.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 122

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Project Management Construction Management 122

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 14, 2022

A 2022 study by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Autodesk found that 93% of construction firms have unfilled positions. . I see the design process being streamlined and the term “Drawings are diagrammatical” being a thing of the past.” – Breawn Felix, Regional Support Services Manager, Swinerton Builders.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 111

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Building Automation Schedule Management 111

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Everything you need to know about construction quality and how to manage it. We’ll examine what is quality management, how construction quality is determined, what can stand in the way of quality programs, and what processes you can put in place to ensure the highest quality for any job. Quality is what separates the good from the bad.

Construction Management 97

Construction Management Quality Assurance Closeout Quality Control 97

ENR Construction

AUGUST 16, 2012

Search our site: Infrastructure. Survey Schedule. Building permits posted on New York City construction sites are sporting an intelligent look these days as older permits give way to new ones bearing QR codes—those stamp-like squares of dots and dashes. contact us. industry jobs. ENR Subscriber Login ». -->. -->.

Building Permits 74

Building Permits Building Codes Permits Site Planning 74

HardHatChat

JUNE 21, 2012

Observations and Conversations about Commercial Construction, Development and Management. Today, it takes careful planning, cooperative partnerships, and the right market data to bring a new retail construction project to fruition. That is why a general contractor’s pre-construction services have become more important than ever.

Real Estate Development 86

Real Estate Development Property Management General Contracting Green Building 86

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

First and foremost is important to understand that all projects are exercises in managing change. The fact that variation is going to occur (relative to planned activities and outcomes) during the project is a given. 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