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Episode 4: Quality Compromises — Ensuring Quality in Construction

iField Smart

Speaking of construction, quality is perhaps the most vital word associated with any successful construction project. If quality is low, it brings many issues such as delays, safety concerns and conflicting views amongst stakeholders. Although this is the case, quality control is one of the most common pain points in the industry.

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Poettker Construction launches drones program

CCR Magazine

We are also able to use the drone to obtain existing topographical information enabling us to make preliminary plans and prepare earthwork budgets early in the project design process. Drones enable us to cover larger areas more quickly and gather high-quality data. Poettkers drone program also benefits the Risk Management Department.

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What Does an Assistant Construction Manager Do?

Building Radar

The role of an Assistant Construction Manager is crucial in ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications. Budget Management and Cost Control Cost management is another critical aspect of an Assistant Construction Manager’s role. Skills Required for an Assistant Construction Manager 1.

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When Speed Counts: EPCM Delivery for Industrial and Manufacturing Projects

Civil + Structural Engineer

Quality: The speed of EPCM delivery means quality assurance is a key challenge. A rigorous quality control approach executed as planned is necessary to mitigate this risk. Emphasizing quality during planning and commencement, then, can help mitigate this risk.

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Bridging Construction & Business: The Value of Management

CCR Magazine

Without strong management, even well-funded projects can miss deadlines, overspend, or fall short of quality standards. A leader with strong management expertise ensures that teams are aligned, budgets are controlled, and risks are mitigated. Budget Control Projects often derail due to poor financial planning.

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Paving the way forward: Innovation in pavement recycling and stabilisation

Roads Online

Real-time quality control with intelligent compaction By integrating GPS and sensor technologies, modern compaction equipment now provides live feedback on compaction efforts. This not only improves construction outcomes but also offers traceability and assurance that performance standards are being met consistently.

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Robust LEAN Job Order Contracting 2022

Job Order Contracting

The combination of owner support and a programmatic LEAN JOC Program integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery teams to enable the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds on-time and on-budget, without excessive administrative cost or burden. Status Quo.

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