Civil Engineer Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Analyze and manage risks in construction is very important for project management. This help to avoid or limit risks in construction projects. The construction risks can be broadly grouped under the following categories: Technical Risks * Incomplete design. Inadequate site investigation.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 25, 2024

As the construction manager at risk delivery method grows in popularity, there are key ways for contractors to ensure they’re getting a good deal.

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Civil Engineer Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Risk management is activity directed towards the assessing, mitigating (to an acceptable level) and monitoring of risks. In some cases the acceptable risk may be near zero. Risks can come from accidents, natural causes and disasters as well as deliberate attacks from an adversary.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The mega-contractor, along with Moffatt & Nichol and Volkert, will provide program and project management services to protect the city from storm risk and sea-level rise due to climate change.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 28, 2023

Overdue repairs on multifamily buildings are a recipe for disaster, writes construction risk management expert Don Neff.

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Civil Engineer Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

What is a risk? Indeed the Oxford Dictionary describes risk as “a situation involving exposure to danger”. If you were to ask 10 people this question I would wager that at least half of them would refer to threats or negative possibilities.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 22, 2018

Companies that believe "great change is imminent" are six times more likely to innovate, an AGC study titled "Managing Risk in the Digital Age" found.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 18, 2023

Risk management leaders remain highly concerned about the threat of malicious attacks and data breaches, according to Allianz Global.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 3, 2019

As construction manager at risk for a new Southwest concourse, the contractor will oversee construction of new boarding gates, connector bridges and more.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 20, 2018

After acquisitions of Assemble Systems and PlanGrid this year, the con-tech heavyweight is now adding bid management, risk analysis and other preconstruction solutions to its portfolio.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

One of these projects is the Union Beach New Jersey Coastal Storm Risk Management Project. Project Location Map for the Union Beach, New Jersey Coastal Storm Risk Management Project. David Gentile, project manager, New York District, U.S. The Borough of Union Beach is a bayside community of 1.8 Credit: USACE.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 11, 2023

Inspections will specifically focus on dust control, checking employers and workers know the risks, plan their work, and are using the right controls. They will also gain assurances that asbestos containing materials have been identified and removed or managed where necessary to prevent or reduce exposure. ”

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Construction projects face higher costs, greater risks and schedule delays when owners and contractors don't use the same project management platform, which is all too often, according to Dodge and Trimble.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 28, 2024

The partnership combines WINT’s industry-leading AI-based water management solutions with HSB’s unique expertise in IoT technology and OEM uptime warranty solutions to provide businesses with an ultimate solution to protect from water leak damage. Water leaks are a major point of pain across the real estate and construction industry.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Owners building complex industrial projects face a wide range of risks in delivering their projects as quickly and as cost-effectively as possible. For owners facing this scenario, integrated services like the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) delivery method may be the best option for your project.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 24, 2023

Kilnoski will serve as program manager for the firm’s work as part of the Advancing Resilience in Communities Joint Venture (ARC JV) supporting FEMA’s efforts to reduce flood risk for the East Coast and Great Lakes regions through the National Flood Insurance Program. Freese and Nichols, Inc. ,

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Understanding new levels of risk and mitigation. AI’s influence on risk management is profound. On one hand, AI can enhance risk assessment by analyzing vast datasets to predict potential issues before they arise. AEC leaders must develop a keen understanding of these new risks and how to mitigate them.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 16, 2023

The prosecutor led evidence over the course of the 14-day trial showing that the company had failed to appropriately plan, and risk assess the work and have in place a safe system of work. Stepladders were unsuitable for the work being carried out. There were insufficient measures in place to prevent a fall from height.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 25, 2023

Aurigo Software, the leading provider of capital planning and construction management software for infrastructure and private owners, today announced that their flagship product suite, Aurigo Masterworks Cloud, has reached In Process status on the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP®) marketplace.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 25, 2024

By Looq AI Addressing the Challenges of Utility Vegetation Management Managing vegetation around America’s electric transmission and distribution infrastructure is crucial for ensuring uninterrupted power delivery. This funding underscores the importance of cutting-edge technology in enhancing vegetation management.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2024

(LAN) has been chosen to assist the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Houston District in managing the Seawolf Parkway Project. LAN’s involvement includes providing project management support, with Craig Hester, PE, senior technical leader, serving as project manager.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 5, 2023

Standards body BSI haslaunched a new whitepaper on how to minimise risks in infrastructure projects. Experts suggest that a better approach to scope development and managing risk and contractual change could save up to £25bn a year on projects.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 26, 2023

BAM is adopting AI in a bid to manage risks to project schedules. The technology from nPlan allows BAM to analyse a whole portfolio through an AI lens for the first time and provides unbiased insight into potential risks to schedule and costs enabling prompt preventive action.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 17, 2023

As a climate tech investor, we were greatly impressed by WINT’s vision to bring sustainability and risk mitigation into water management, coupled with its ability to rapidly rise to market leadership in this fast-growing space,” said Michal Mravec, Investment Director at Inven Capital. NEW YORK — Aug.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 24, 2024

The CEO must show competence and reliability in managing the company’s operations and steering its strategic direction. By integrating topics such as strategy, culture, and talent development into each board meeting, the dialogue shifts from risk aversion to opportunity capture.

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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

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 6, 2023

The civil claim is separate to the public inquiry into the fire, which finished taking evidence in November 2022 and is expected to issue its final report later this year.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 6, 2023

Surety capacity is being constrained as providers seek to manage risk, and brokers now warn that contractors with tight headroom on balance sheets could be refused bonding. Chris Davies, managing director of broker DRS Bond Management, said: “The demise of Henry has bombed the market for probably a year to 18 months.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 19, 2024

Luke Hanson, PE, Project Manager at Terracon, lauded the system’s wireless nature, eliminating the hassles associated with installing and maintaining wired solutions. It ensured the safety of train operations and minimized the risk of disruption.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Founded in 1973, ZETCON has built a reputation as an industry leader in infrastructure planning, inspection, project management, and construction management. ZETCON oversaw the work of five specialized companies mapping the 1,000-metre-wide corridor, while managing scheduling and cost control, risk management, and contract management.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 11, 2023

The project will use the construction manager at risk delivery method. HDR is an industry leader in modern streetcar planning, design and program management. HDR’s services include track, transit systems, traffic, architectural and other civil design; procurement support; public engagement and operations.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 3, 2023

“Reality capture is enabling us to reduce risk by removing the need to undertake excavations when completing maintenance work on assets we’ve already scanned using the platform. View a short video of the impact this solution is having here. View a short video of the impact this solution is having here.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 29, 2023

The company said: “Despite a challenging macro-economic environment, McGee delivered a strong performance in FY2022, highlighting its ability to anticipate, adapt, and mitigate risks. “Our ability to mitigate risks and build authentic, collaborative relationships has been the cornerstone of our success in recent years.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Events honored the HNTB-program-managed electrification project SAN JOSE, Calif. HNTB’s responsibility in the Caltrain Electrification Project included providing leadership and program management, driving the project toward success. As the program manager, HNTB played a crucial role in overseeing the project.

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