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

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

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

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

Rabbet

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

banks analyzed have insufficient risk management processes. Banks and lending institutions are under pressure to improve their risk management processes, whether that’s protecting data from a global outage or mitigating employee errors. These disjointed tools do not provide real-time portfolio visibility.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Construction Management Surveying Budgeting 52

Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

According to SAP Concur (An expense management solutions company), a staggering 85% of businesses surveyed expect the risk of fraud to continue. Construction companies are not spared and are even more vulnerable to various fraudulent activities, from bid rigging and inflated costs to payroll fraud and misuse of funds.

Cost Control 113

Cost Control Risk Management Surveying Construction Management 113

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

Project management firm Hill International (Hill) has played a crucial role in supporting Metro constructing this ambitious project. Technical experts in roadway and structure construction, environmental regulations, survey, project controls, risk management, and safety are all supporting the Project through the field office.

Project Management Consulting 244

Project Management Consulting Wall Systems Public Works Structural Systems 244

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

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

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.

Insurance Management 52

Insurance Management Risk Management Construction Management Project Management 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Poettkers drone program also benefits the Risk Management Department. One of the most significant benefits of our drone program is its impact on our risk management efforts, says Charles Wilson, VP of Risk Management. Drones enable us to cover larger areas more quickly and gather high-quality data.

Building Performance Measurement 91

Building Performance Measurement Risk Management Quality Assurance Site Planning 91

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 10, 2024

However, good quality data is an essential pre-requisite for those seeking to leverage historic project knowledge, improve risk management and make workforce productivity improvements. Meanwhile, an inability to see current project status and data at a detailed level was the number one challenge for 57% of the contractors surveyed.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 130

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

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 25, 2025

The post The Importance of Topographical Surveys in Construction Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Topographical surveys play a crucial role in this process, providing essential information about the land that will host the construction. Moreover, topographical surveys help in planning drainage systems effectively.

Surveying 52

Surveying Land Use Regulations Site Planning Risk Management 52

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

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. A little over half the firms surveyed plan on investing an average of $7.1M

Surveying 130

Surveying Construction Management Project Management Risk Management 130

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

When managing an office buildingwhether for purchase, renovation , expansion, or complianceaccuracy is everything. Yet, many businesses and property owners underestimate the importance of measured building surveys , often skipping them to cut costs or speed up the project timeline.

Surveying 40

Surveying Building Performance Measurement Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems 40

Building Radar

AUGUST 8, 2024

A site survey is a critical step in various fields such as construction, real estate, and urban planning. This article explores the importance of site surveys and outlines the process involved, providing valuable insights for stakeholders in these industries. What is a Site Survey? Importance of a Site Survey 1.

Surveying 52

Surveying Environmental Impact Assessment Site Planning Land Use Regulations 52

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

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 28, 2024

Informed.IQ, a developer of AI-based software for income and employment verifications, announced today it recently commissioned an industry-wide survey of property managers and landlords to take the pulse on the state of applicant fraud, the ongoing frustrations of tenant verifications, and the use of AI in the applicant verification process.

Surveying 52

Surveying Property Management Real Estate Development Insurance Management 52

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? They can also affect productivity rates, hurt morale, and put your firm at financial risk. .

Safety Regulations 98

Safety Regulations Risk Management Building Performance Measurement Health Regulations 98

Procore

APRIL 28, 2023

Panelists for the upcoming webinar include Stacee Barkley, global diversity, equity, and inclusion leader for DPR Construction ; Abby Ferri, CSP , chief risk officer for Insurate ; and Cal Beyer, vice president of workforce risk & worker wellbeing for Holmes Murphy. To access the new course, visit [link].

Insurance Management 98

Insurance Management Risk Management Construction Management Change Management 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. Project Managers can compare the Underdots visualisation to existing utility plans to determine where further invasive investigations such as potholing should be conducted.

Project Management Consulting 111

Project Management Consulting Risk Management Infrastructure Development Project Management 111

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

of the bridges in the United States have been classified as fracture critical as they have nonredundant elements that are susceptible to an increased risk of failure. Implementing a risk-based inspection frequency for bridge deck inspection provides an improved method for the asset management of this structural element.

Inspection 264

Inspection Environmental Impact Assessment Structural Systems Safety Regulations 264

CCR Magazine

APRIL 22, 2024

A new survey by Compare the Market AU reveals 57.8% A new survey by Compare the Market AU reveals that almost 60% (57.8%) of Americans have experienced road rage in some fashion. Over one-in-ten Americans surveyed said they had been a perpetrator of road rage themselves (16.9%), while 42.2% Of these, 18.5% were perpetrators.

Surveying 52

Surveying Insurance Management Risk Management Change 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

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.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 142

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 16, 2024

Let’s take a look at the distinctive traits that set the top-performing firms, specifically the 10 firms with the highest employee survey scores, apart within the AEC industry: Employee-centric culture. Investing in workload management, organizational efficiency, and future leadership development can catalyze a positive shift within any firm.

Infrastructure Development 130

Infrastructure Development Risk Management Change Management Surveying 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 6, 2024

This is a result of collaborative planning between the AIMP partnership and BAS’ Operations teams to manage the associated impact and enable its successful delivery within the planned timescales. 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

Construction Junkie Blog

MAY 25, 2021

SentriForce is a leading provider of managed video surveillance. With intelligent, scalable, and effective security services, you can minimize risk and keep your assets secure. However, safety risks are far from the only threat that construction sites are exposed to. The following is a guest article by SentrifForce.

Risk Management 105

Risk Management Site Planning Construction Machinery Material Storage 105

iField Smart

JULY 11, 2024

The Challenges of Traditional As-Built Documentation: The traditional approach to creating and managing as-built drawings is fraught with difficulties, often resulting in delays, budget overruns, and potential safety hazards. The painstaking manual revision of drawings further exacerbates the risk of inaccuracies.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

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

Procore

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Generative AI will be leveraged by more construction businesses to help collect and standardize the vast amounts of data they operate with – providing more actionable insights and reducing risk. “It all comes back to predictability. ” 6.

Risk Management 124

Risk Management Infrastructure Development Specialty Contracting Building Standards 124

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Minimizing risk through cost certainty and a fully communicated detailed scope of work is critical to every repair, renovation, and new build. Serious project planning, procurement, and project management errors and associated requirements for change orders. References: International Journal of Innovation, Management, and Technology.

Lean Construction 104

Lean Construction Public Works Procurement Budgeting 104

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

The Pro Builder

JUNE 22, 2023

Giants only managed to close 8,674 more homes than they did in 2021, a pedestrian 1.8% Still, last year also proved, once again, that U.S. gain that reinforces the ongoing problems hindering production.

Building Products Distribution 130

Building Products Distribution Building Resilience Surveying Lean Construction 130

PN - Project Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Construction managers face immense pressure to complete projects efficiently, safely, and on budget. ​ This capability allows construction managers to respond to issues in real-time, reducing delays and minimizing the risks associated with manual inspections. What does it take to manage a construction project?

Construction Management 97

Construction Management Quality Control Project Management Land Use Regulations 97

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 12, 2023

This trend is driven by a variety of factors, including cost savings, expertise, flexibility, scalability, faster time-to-market, and reduced risk. According to recent surveys, outsourcing has become a popular choice for companies looking to design and develop their processes.

Engineering 130

Engineering Building Automation Risk Management Building Design 130

Roads Online

JUNE 20, 2024

Having spent seven years as the CEO of Altus Traffic, what was the largest traffic management company nationally, a major focus of his team was “getting you home safely”. The NTRO played a key part in the development of this report, surveying 1100 industry participants about their experience of safety on Australian roads.

Risk Management 98

Risk Management Infrastructure Development Government Works Change Management 98