Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Extra caution must be taken to ensure that proper equipment is used for each job, and standard protective gear is utilized across all OTL projects. This was the case with one of the special projects we completed recently in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

Site Planning 130

Site Planning Lifts Construction Equipment Building Design 130

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

By Luke Carothers The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (Metro) I-5 North County Enhancement Project (I-5 NCEP) is an ambitious undertaking that will ease congestion, improve safety, and accommodate booming growth along the 14-mile corridor between State Route 14 in Santa Clara and Parker Road in Castaic.

Project Management Consulting 244

Project Management Consulting Wall Systems Public Works Structural Systems 244

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 27, 2022

Tips for Beginning and Growing as a Construction Project Manager. Even better than participating in the building process is working in construction project management and getting to help direct the organized chaos that eventually produces a cohesive product. Interested in advancing your project and cost management skills?

Project Management 98

Project Management Construction Management Change Management Schedule Management 98

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 2, 2025

Incomplete Scope Definition: A poorly defined project scope can lead to scope creep, causing additional costs due to unforeseen changes and additions. Inadequate Risk Assessment: Not factoring in potential risks like weather delays, permit issues, or unforeseen complications can lead to significant cost overruns.

Estimating 59

Estimating Site Planning Risk Management Geotechnical Engineering 59

CCR Magazine

MARCH 6, 2025

Overwhelmingly, digital risk, cyber security breaches, and the unknown liabilities associated with constantly evolving artificial intelligence technologies cause the most significant litigation trend concerns for the business owners and in-house lawyer clients responding to the Norton Rose Fulbright Twentieth Anniversary Litigation Trends Survey.

Communication 52

Communication Risk Management Change Management Project Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 10, 2022

Project managers have always taken critical roles on construction projects. Over my career, I’ve worked as a project engineer, BIM coordinator, and MEP manager. Yet, undoubtedly the role of construction project managers is evolving. The Current Role of Project Managers in Construction.

Project Management 98

Project Management Construction Management Schedule Management Change Management 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 2, 2024

The General Survey Act of 1824, signed into law April 30, 1824, authorized Army engineers to chart transportation improvements vital to the nation’s military security and commercial growth through the design of state and private roads, canals, and railroads determined to be of national interest.

Engineering 203

Engineering Public Works Site Planning Surveying 203

Field Wire

AUGUST 21, 2023

Construction projects can be complex, with millions of dollars invested and tight deadlines. As a project manager, it’s up to you to execute the plans and ensure everything runs smoothly. Leveraging technology The first place you should look for project improvements is technology.

Project Management 98

Project Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation Schedule Management 98

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2025

Without proper planning, even the best-designed commercial construction projects can face delays, cost overruns, or legal issues. These areas are home to diverse projects ranging from retail complexes to large-scale office buildings. Land surveys are an essential component of this phase.

Land Use Regulations 52

Land Use Regulations Site Planning Environmental Impact Assessment Mapping 52

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 17, 2018

Editor’s Note: This is Part 1 of a five-part series on Construction Project Management. The lifeblood of any construction company is the construction project itself. How those projects are managed can make or break the company. Project Management Versus Construction Project Management.

Project Management 85

Project Management Construction Management Change Management Risk Management 85

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 3, 2023

By Dan Culli , GIS Consultant at Locana In this recent article in Civil + Structural Engineer Magazine , my colleague Mike Housby wrote about how managers of large capital projects are swimming in data that has the potential to help them make better, faster decisions. It’s a problem that every project manager I know can relate to.

Project Management Consulting 130

Project Management Consulting Project Management Risk Management Mapping 130

CCR Magazine

MARCH 14, 2025

economy, higher risk project types and professional design disciplines, as well as new exposures from artificial intelligence (AI). To address these factors, most insurers plan to raise rates this year, according to a new survey by specialty insurance broker Ames & Gough. As the U.S.

Insurance Management 40

Insurance Management Engineering Risk Management Surveying 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

How to Manage Risk in Your Construction Project. According to The Construction Industry Institute , there are about 107 construction risks you should consider when managing a project. Regardless, a solid risk management strategy is critical to the security of your company and project.

Risk Management 59

Risk Management Construction Management Schedule Management Project Management 59

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 18, 2023

These enhancements provide survey engineering firms, monitoring service providers and construction contractors with an even more comprehensive view of infrastructure risk for better informed decision making, and increased control and security.

Surveying 130

Surveying Quality Control Building Performance Measurement Building Automation 130

Rabbet

JANUARY 29, 2025

According to KPMGs 2015 Global Construction Survey , a staggering 69% of projects experienced cost overruns of 10% or more. These overruns not only erode profit margins but also strain relationships between stakeholders and jeopardize project timelines. on projects completed using its platforman 87% improvement.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Cost Control Risk Management Building Automation 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

However, there is no doubt that construction projects are now very complex, and because of the interests of multiple stakeholders, they usually come with tight deadlines and the need to overcome numerous logistical hurdles. This can help firms devise plans to mitigate risks before they escalate into more serious situations.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Safety Regulations Building Automation Construction Equipment 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 10, 2024

From oil and gas and renewable energy to water and transport, markets have continued to generate substantial demand for new infrastructure with the project backlog increasing in 2023. As we enter 2024, organizations will need to balance delivering on the substantial backlog of projects, while progressing toward full digital transformation.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 130

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Risk Management Quality Assurance Schedule Management 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Through this work, this year’s class of Rising Stars have directly benefited the design profession, their employers, project owners, and society. Throughout his career, Enrico has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in project design and leadership, spearheading various initiatives that have left a lasting impact.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

Construction Law

JULY 7, 2021

The headline news from the most recent Arcadis survey of global disputes is that the sums involved in disputes have more than doubled but the number of disputes has stayed about the same. Arcadis suggests this is probably due to the size of projects having increased in recent years.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Contracts Schedule Management Government Works 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

These data will be used to advance statewide priorities, including agriculture, flood-risk management, urban and regional planning, natural resources conservation, and critical mineral assessment. Woolpert Project Manager Megan Blaskovich said that the size and complexity of the area of interest required extensive planning.

Disaster Preparedness 100

Disaster Preparedness Mapping Risk Management Surveying 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

For the next year and beyond, we anticipate that construction project complexity will continue to increase, especially with the on-going labor crunch and supply chain uncertainty. And thanks to a recent KPMG survey , we also know that the large majority of owners (87%) report that their projects are coming under greater scrutiny.

Project Management 80

Project Management Schedule Management Quality Control Communication 80

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 17, 2023

Based on input from more than 1,000 senior executives, Hexagon’s study shows that construction firms are turning to technology to help mitigate and manage challenges, many of which have been exacerbated by the economic instability of the past few years. And this is just the tip of the iceberg.

Surveying 130

Surveying Construction Management Project Management Risk Management 130

Rabbet

MAY 14, 2024

From grappling with a heightened focus on risk management to embracing automation, today’s industry leaders are navigating a landscape peppered with challenges and opportunities. Risk Management Takes Center Stage in 2024 For both CRE developers and lenders, 2024 magnified the focus on risk management.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Real Estate Development Construction Management Project Management 52

PN - Project Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Construction managers face immense pressure to complete projects efficiently, safely, and on budget. Why Real-Time Monitoring is Essential in Construction Projects In construction, time is money. Delays, miscommunication, and poor oversight can derail projects, leading to costly rework and extended deadlines.

Construction Management 97

Construction Management Quality Control Project Management Land Use Regulations 97

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 8, 2023

“The Resilience Improvement Plan development process, which includes a vulnerability assessment, will be a great opportunity to get all of our partners in infrastructure together to determine critical investments that will keep Kansas going during catastrophic events,” said David Schwartz, KDOT project manager for the Resilience Improvement Plan.

Fire Protection Systems 130

Fire Protection Systems Project Management Consulting Infrastructure Development Stakeholder Engagement 130

Procore

MARCH 21, 2023

But with the emergence of platform technology, and the data that comes with it, businesses are now able to better track and understand their risk profiles—making the industry ripe for innovation. But let’s say there was minimal visibility into how one person’s risk data compared to another. That’s $1.5M

Insurance Management 52

Insurance Management Risk Management Construction Management Project Management 52

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Traditional construction cost management remains problematic for most real property owners. Traditional Construction Cost Management Failure. The recently published survey of 243 owners (122 public, 121 private), 240 general contractors and 241 specialty trade. Quantitative performance metrics. Regular third-party audits.

Facility Management 104

Facility Management Construction Management Maintenance Change Management 104

iField Smart

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

As a result, general contractors (GCs) face significant challenges in managing construction projects effectively. They must coordinate with multiple parties, track progress, manage budgets, and mitigate risks to ensure project success. Adverse weather conditions can also cause delays and impact project schedules.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management 52

iField Smart

JULY 11, 2024

As-Built Documentation: A Deep Dive into the Digital Transformation of Construction As-built documentation, a cornerstone of the construction industry, serves as the ultimate record of the completed project, detailing every modification and alteration made during construction.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Building Automation Building Optimization 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 6, 2024

The newly resurfaced runway and new runway lighting delivers improved safety features for aircraft using the infrastructure with the project being completed over the course of two Antarctic seasons. Through the increased drainage, the new surface will reduce the risk of floods and ice build-up.

Building Commissioning 130

Building Commissioning Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement Project Management 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 26, 2022

It lies in its ability to proactively identify risk and thereby reduce safety issues before they even have the chance to occur. . So how do you reduce risk in a setting that many might describe as inherently risky? Subcontractors with a strong safety performance history are far less likely to have an incident on their next project.

Safety Regulations 98

Safety Regulations Risk Management Building Performance Measurement Health Regulations 98

Roads Online

DECEMBER 13, 2023

I n the planning and design phases of infrastructure projects, commissioning underground utility surveys to find unknown buried utilities is vital. The data is automatically processed and added to a GIS project with a publicly-available or customer-supplied digital elevation model applied.

Project Management Consulting 111

Project Management Consulting Risk Management Infrastructure Development Project Management 111

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Contractors who are behind in implementing automated technologies aren’t just sacrificing efficiency; they’re putting profit margins and other key performance metrics at risk. 76% report experiencing data integration challenges, with many reporting both construction process and project outcome impacts.

Project Management 52

Project Management Risk Management Construction Management Surveying 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Additionally, those adopting AI are already seeing benefits in terms of competitive advantage, as a new Deloitte survey reveals that construction leaders in data management are seven times as likely to deploy artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions. That way, it's easier to prioritize tasks and issues.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 142

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management Building Automation Energy Efficiency 142

CCR Magazine

MARCH 14, 2025

The construction industry has traditionally relied on manual workflows for managing projects, finances, scheduling, and communication. However, the rapid advancement of technology has provided opportunities to automate these processes, leading to increased efficiency, reduced errors, and improved project outcomes.

Schedule Management 40

Schedule Management Construction Equipment Project Management Safety Regulations 40

iField Smart

MARCH 17, 2024

Introduction Construction management entails coordinating and overseeing various project corners including planning, scheduling, risk reduction, collaboration, budgeting, and quality assurance. Traditional processes and tools related to construction management aren’t able to cut it for complex, cost, and time-driven projects.

Construction Management 98

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Real Estate Development 98