Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

million per year in operating costs, and further reduce WSSC Water’s greenhouse gas emissions. This project is truly groundbreaking, utilizing the thermal hydrolysis technology to reduce costs and increase efficiency and sustainability,” said Matt Cooke, president and CEO at PC Construction. “I

Facility Management 262

Facility Management Project Management Consulting Green Building Energy Efficiency 262

iField Smart

JANUARY 8, 2025

Reading Time: 2 minutes In an industry as quick as construction, cost management is everything. Rising material costs, labour shortages plus complex projects mean we need to be smarter with our budgets without compromising on quality. Simplified design: Simplifying complex designs without compromising integrity.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 59

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Engineering Building Automation Building Optimization 59

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 7, 2025

Granular Local Market Cost Data is Essential for Cost Visibility & Management (Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, & New Builds) Using current, verifiable, and detailed local cost dat a instead of national averages with adjustment factors ensures: Cost transparency All labor, material, and equipment costs are broken down and verifiable.

Construction Management 59

Construction Management Cost Control Change Management Estimating 59

Building Radar

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Effective financial management in construction projects is crucial for ensuring profitability and sustainability in a highly competitive industry. With the complexity of construction processes, understanding construction financial management becomes essential for project success.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Risk Management Cost Control 52

Job Order Contracting

MAY 28, 2025

Project cost estimation levels depend on the amount of current, actionable information available about the project at a given stage. As a repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build activity progresses and the scope becomes more defined, the estimates become more reliable. #1. Reliability Range: Typically -15% to +20%.

Estimating 52

Estimating Cost Control Building Controls Budgeting 52

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The role of an Assistant Construction Manager is crucial in ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications. They play a vital part in the success of large-scale developments, from commercial buildings to residential complexes. Key Responsibilities of an Assistant Construction Manager 1.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Code Compliance Building Optimization Schedule Management 52

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.

Risk Management 202

Risk Management Cost Control Electrical Systems Schedule Management 202

UK Construction Blog

JULY 3, 2025

Key Takeaways The construction industry is responsible for 39% of global carbon emissions, making sustainability transformation essential for environmental protection and business viability, with sustainable practices offering significant cost savings and competitive advantages. What Is Sustainable Construction?

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 20, 2024

Launched in July 2024, this addition to HeavyJob will streamline the process of tracking and managing change orders, ensuring accurate budgeting and billing, and improving overall project profitability. For more information about the new Potential Change Orders feature and other HeavyJob capabilities, please visit [link].

Change Management 130

Change Management Project Management Cost Control Construction Management 130

Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Working with some of the best Directors of Construction, architects, and project managers in the business, we understand that risk management is a core concern for our clients. This proactive approach reduces costly revisions and unexpected scope changes, helping to keep the project on track.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Risk Management Schedule Management Quality Control 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Let’s explore how advanced information management platforms are revolutionizing digital twins. Unlike twins in manufacturing or aerospace, AECO twins account for changing occupancy patterns and evolving urban contexts. It’s not enough to simply have a digital twin—the real value lies in how we use the information they provide.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 182

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Foundation Systems Change Management Project Management 182

iField Smart

JUNE 24, 2025

Construction professionals like project managers and contractors require the right digital platform to achieve effective and efficient results in the field. This supports the management of project schedules and lowers ambiguities. It lays greater focus on collaboration between back-office and site teams. What are the key features?

Inspection 52

Inspection Quality Control Risk Management Site Planning 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 27, 2024

By Mark Zweig Entrepreneurial firms adapt better to a changing environment, are better places to work, and build significant value over time that can be harvested. They adapt better to a changing environment. And they build significant value over time that can be harvested. Entrepreneurial firms grow.

Change Management 263

Change Management Building Controls Cost Control Building Design 263

Buildern

JUNE 11, 2025

What’s costing you more: your materials or the hours lost to messy project management? Small construction business owners already know how quickly things can spiral out of control. Construction management software for small businesses can help bring order to the madness. Document and File Management.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Schedule Management Change Management Project Management 52

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

When it comes to building design, the concept of mass walls plays a crucial role in providing structural integrity, energy efficiency, and moisture control. By identifying project specifications early, construction teams can optimize their use of high-performance building materials early project identification.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Energy Efficiency Wall Systems Building Codes 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 15, 2024

That scaffolding becomes the critical infrastructure necessary for crews to gain safe access to the site, change levels, and do all the work necessary to take a building from drawings to completion. Is it more cost conscious to purchase it given the length of time that the equipment is needed? What is the return on investment?

Construction Equipment 263

Construction Equipment Building Materials Cost Control Project Management 263

The Pro Builder

APRIL 22, 2023

Off-site or industrialized construction methods potentially offer multiple advantages beyond a quieter jobsite and provide a path to build single-family homes much faster with a good framing crew. The bulk of the cost savings from Agorus’ method come from fewer days to build and the cost of labor required.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 246

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems 246

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 27, 2025

More developers are investing in smart systems to streamline parcel management , recognizing that building success in high-density living now depends on delivering seamless experiences for both residents and operators. This not only reduces lost items and theft but also makes building operations more efficient.

Building Automation 52

Building Automation Property Management Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 31, 2023

Hill is providing project and construction management services for One-Ninety including design review, contract administration, time and cost control, design coordination, and construction follow up.

Real Estate Development 246

Real Estate Development Project Management Consulting Environmental Consulting Cost Control 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

LOUIS, MO – Kwame Building Group has added three new members to its team including Kodey Lane-Norful and Likitha Kaki as Project Engineers and Diamond Spence as Project Administrator. Kodey Lane-Norful brings two years of industry experience having previously served as a Project Manager and Estimator. ABOUT KWAME BUILDING GROUP, INC.

Facility Management 130

Facility Management Schedule Management Quality Control Project Management 130

Buildern

JUNE 26, 2025

For most builders working on larger or bank-financed projects, the SOV acts as a must-have document that breaks down the total contract amount into detailed line items in construction financial management. Architects or engineers (if applicable) who may be involved in the approval process, especially on AIA-managed projects.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Change Management General Contracting Project Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2024

Many Architects are embracing the WELL Building Standard (WELL) to address issues of human health and wellness. The importance of incorporating lifestyle into design does not stop at the walls of a building. Stormwater Management Protecting our natural resources in the built environment is a necessary balance.

Sustainability 264

Sustainability Green Building Electrical Systems Site Planning 264

Maltaward

JANUARY 15, 2025

Construction site security is critical to any building project. If developers and building managers want to ensure steady continuity all year round without any prevalent setbacks and minimal risks, they must ensure their site is equipped with sufficient security measures that protect valuable assets and maintain worker safety.

Fire Protection System Installation 98

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Risk Management Construction Equipment 98

iField Smart

JANUARY 21, 2025

Reading Time: 4 minutes In the world of construction where every project required coordinated efforts, jobsite management software supports seamless operations and drives projects toward successful completion. Left unaddressed, these can transform into cost overruns, delays, and compromised security.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 13, 2025

The post The Hidden Cost of Pests on Construction Sites: Delays, Damage & Legal Risk appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction Pest Control: The Hidden Cost of Pests on Site Delays, Damage & Legal Risk You Can Avoid If youve ever worked on a building site , youll know theres rarely a quiet moment.

Health Regulations 52

Health Regulations Building Controls Cost Control Site Planning 52

Buildern

JUNE 2, 2025

Buildern vs. Wunderbuild is another common comparison for small to mid-sized construction companies evaluating project management tools. Both platforms aim to simplify how teams estimate costs, manage schedules, and stay on top of daily operations. Cost Estimation and Budget Management: Which Tool Wins?

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Schedule Management Change Management Project Management 52

Plant & Civil Engineer

JANUARY 13, 2025

Over the last 12 months, the European construction industry has undergone significant change. Here, Komastu Smart Construction experts offer insight on the biggest digital and technological changes set for the construction industry this year, and how to be ahead of the curve.

Change Management 52

Change Management Project Management Surveying Construction Management 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2024

This includes expert utilization of advanced plumbing systems to enhance building performance. Their trailblazing efforts have significantly shifted the dynamics of the industry, providing cost-effective and reliable plumbing for businesses. Explore some of their game-changing strategies on Dan’s Plumbing youtube channel.

Plumbing 52

Plumbing Plumbing Systems Piping Installation HVAC System Installation 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Others have pinpointed spiraling labor costs, inflation, and interest rate rises as major risks on the horizon. Traditional design-bid-build models where the burden of risk was principally shouldered by contractors are gradually giving way to more collaborative models where risks and responsibilities are more evenly shared.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 147

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Landscaping Risk Management Cost Control 147

Buildern

APRIL 20, 2025

Buildertrend vs Procore : Are you still trying to find construction project management software that actually works for your team? Both are well-known platforms promising to simplify estimating, scheduling, collaboration, and financial control. But the reality? Buildertrend often feels intuitive until it starts to slow you down.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Cost Control Estimating Project Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 7, 2023

Brad Robinson The latest installment of HDR’s Experts Talk interview series features Brad Robinson, HDR’s director of project controls, and Brandon Joy, HDR’s commercial management director, describing new tools that streamline the development of project dashboards to help leaders better deliver infrastructure.

Project Management 147

Project Management Infrastructure Development Quality Control Change Management 147

CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

The construction industry is shifting toward more efficient project delivery methods, and Design-Build has emerged as one of the most effective approaches. Unlike the traditional design-bid-build process, where design and construction are handled separately, design-build consolidates both under a single contract.

Building Design 52

Building Design Building Permits Quality Control Cost Control 52

Job Order Contracting

JULY 7, 2024

GSA PBS JOC Program Management Audit – Issues Continue: The General Services Administration (GSA) Public Buildings Service (PBS) has faced scrutiny and criticism in the past for various financial and management issues, including those related to Job Order Contracting (JOC) programs.

Cost Control 97

Cost Control Quality Control General Contracting Building Controls 97

Roads Online

JUNE 16, 2025

Despite the name change – from Reinforced Earth to Geoquest Australia – one thing that’s remained consistent is the company’s ability to cater for major infrastructure projects. Rhys Senior, Regional Manager, Western Australia – Geoquest Australia says the company begins with early and proactive engagement.

Wall Systems 95

Wall Systems Controls Manufacturing Infrastructure Development Structural Systems 95

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.

Building Code Compliance 64

Building Code Compliance Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation 64

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Environmental benefits are making an even stronger case for opting to use tents rather than the standard steel storage container both for new builds and major renovation projects. We can locate and access building materials quickly and quietly in the middle of the night during a remodel.

Material Storage 246

Material Storage Steel Fabrication Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials 246

CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

Protecting your commercial building goes beyond locking the doors. Security Alarm Systems Security alarm systems serve as your building’s first line of defense against unauthorized entry. When triggered, they alert security teams, building management, and sometimes local law enforcement.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Building Controls Quality Control Property Management 52