CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

These geological phenomena, often overshadowed by more visible risks, pose significant threats to the stability and longevity of buildings. Subsidence is a situation where the ground on which a building is constructed sinks or shifts and is mostly a result of clay shrinking. The first one is site analysis.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Building Performance Measurement Structural Systems Property Management 52

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

Construction Daily News

JULY 3, 2025

After 15 years building standard homes in Sonoma County, he landed his first luxury project—a $2.8 Bay Area homes selling for over $1,000 per square foot justify premium suppliers that standard builds can’t support. They serve fewer, higher-margin clients and can afford better supply chain management.

Building Standards 52

Building Standards HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems HVAC Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The post Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways Construction defects commonly stem from design deficiencies, poor workmanship, substandard materials and inadequate quality control, potentially reducing property values by up to 25%.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Buildings with roofs that are more than 20 years old receive claims that are between 50% to 100% more severe compared to those with recent roof installations. Experienced roofing companies in Orlando, FL , guarantee thorough damage evaluations and durable repairs through their expertise.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Environmental Impact Assessment Roofing Systems Structural Systems 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 9, 2025

Subcontractors, once seen as supporting players, are stepping into the spotlight, often controlling the rhythm of the project, the timelines, and in some cases, the client relationships themselves. While general contractors still wear the managers hat, the layers of specialization required in modern builds have shifted the dynamic.

General Contracting 52

General Contracting Project Management Consulting Building Controls HVAC Systems 52

PN - Project Management

JUNE 24, 2025

Understanding why the numbers move is the first step to building tighter bids and avoiding unwelcome surprises in the field. Even within a single alignment, conditions can change every few feet, so continuous monitoring is essential. Change one and costs ripple through the rest. Sand cuts fast but collapses. Cobbles bounce bits.

Piping Installation 87

Piping Installation Site Planning Real Estate Development Cost Control 87

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2025

In the evolving landscape of commercial construction , implementing professional basement waterproofing and moisture control systems has become a cornerstone of building longevity. Modern Approaches to Moisture Management Construction professionals are seeing unprecedented returns on investment through early intervention.

Waterproofing Systems 40

Waterproofing Systems Real Estate Development Property Management Building Code Compliance 40

CCR Magazine

MARCH 14, 2025

construction industry continues to benefit from steady economic growth, most insurers providingarchitects and engineers (A/E) professional liability insurance are concerned about the persistent effects of inflation on claim expenses, uncertainty about the U.S. One insurer estimated claim costs are rising 3 – 5 percent annually.

Insurance Management 40

Insurance Management Engineering Risk Management Surveying 40

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

Buildern

MARCH 6, 2025

In this article, we will explore the types of inspections and what to include in the checklist to help you effectively manage the site and ensure successful construction projects. Typically, environmental inspections focus on the protection of nearby habitats, soil and water protection, air quality, and waste management.

Inspection 94

Inspection Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control Safety Regulations 94

Construction Specifier

APRIL 27, 2025

Precast concrete is a desirable material for these buildings for a variety of reasons, whether used for walls, floors, and roof panels in a total precast structure or as an enclosure system. While data centers are currently being constructed at a fast pace, they are not a new building type. Section CAZ: Controlled Access Zone.

Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 64

Buildern

MAY 20, 2025

Rather than focusing on whats left over after expenses, it starts with your costs and builds upward to ensure your desired profit is included. When to Use Markup Markup is most useful during the pricing and estimating stage, helping you ensure profitability on a per-project basis by building profit into your cost-based quotes.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Cost Control Building Performance Measurement Project Management 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

This made me look for different ways to build a home. This suggests a major change in how people want to live. Container homes are great because you can change them easily. The best part is that container homes take less time to build. This gave me a chance to use fewer new building materials. billion by 2031.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Roofing Systems Structural Systems HVAC System Installation 52

Levelset

OCTOBER 19, 2022

When a property owner wants to finance the construction of a new building, they typically have to obtain two loans: one loan for the mortgage on the completed home, and another for the land purchase and construction expenditures. These risks should be a non-issue when contractors have a comprehensive risk management plan in place.

Property Management 98

Property Management Risk Management Fire Protection Systems Insurance Management 98

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

In todays news, it has been decided upon by the Australian corporation that it will sell up its building projects in the United States and divest itself of its activities in the United Kingdom as part of a new strategy for commercial enterprise. In the second half of FY25, he predicted that building will be profitable again.

Warranty 52

Warranty Green Building Quality Control Infrastructure Development 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

Building Approval Following DA approval, you’ll need building approval (sometimes called a Construction Certificate), which verifies that your plans comply with the Building Code of Australia and other relevant standards. This is typically obtained through a council or a private certifier.

Painting/finishing 52

Painting/finishing Electrical Wiring Installation Building Code Compliance Site Planning 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 1, 2025

The post Digital Marketing for Construction Companies: Building Your Online Presence in 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The transformation extends beyond simple website presence to encompass sophisticated digital ecosystems that attract, nurture, and convert prospects whilst building lasting client relationships.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Stakeholder Engagement Project Management Consulting Building Automation 52

cnstrctr

JANUARY 4, 2020

As not every project is the same, there are various types of contracts between the owner and contractor which depending upon which is chosen can change your responsibilities drastically. For the examples I’ll be using a 10 storey office tower as the example building. Construction Management Contracts.

Contracts 88

Contracts Project Management Consulting Building Design Construction Management 88

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 13, 2023

While bringing in large projects and generating revenue is essential, it’s equally important to manage profit effectively and ensure healthy margins. Not only does this improve accountability, it also fosters a sense of trust and builds your reputation. Protect your reputation. That’s really important.

Risk Management 98

Risk Management Project Management Consulting Insurance Management Cost Control 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 19, 2022

With tight project milestones and schedules to meet and robust crews to manage, your time is limited. . This month, we have nearly 40 product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, BuildingConnected, BIM 360, and ProEst. . Autodesk Build .

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Change Management Project Management 105

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 30, 2018

Editor’s Note: This is Part 3 of a five-part series on Construction Project Management. Previously, we looked at the complexity of construction projects and the importance of the folks working on project teams—especially the project manager who has to keep all people and processes moving on a daily basis.

Project Management 69

Project Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Construction Management 69

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 3, 2022

Construction documents have several purposes, including covering daily information, keeping track of a project and documenting changes, inventory tracking, permit applications, and others. Certificates of insurance. These are some of the most common and important construction documents for building projects of all kinds. .

Schedule Management 98

Schedule Management Building Permits General Contracting Project Management 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 11, 2024

AI applications may include advanced project management tools, predictive analytics for risk assessment, and optimization of construction processes. A Shift to Value-Added Tasks Stephen Brooke Digital Delivery Project Manager, Burns & McDonnell "AI is growing, especially in large companies.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 137

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Building Automation Schedule Management 137

UK Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The post Legal Construction Considerations in Design-Build Contracts appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Design-build contracts have emerged as a popular project delivery method that streamlines the construction process by integrating design and construction into a single entity.

Building Design 64

Building Design Contracts Insurance Management Quality Control 64

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 7, 2023

Accurate construction cost estimates help determine if a project is feasible to build within a budget. If a project is overestimated, a contractor may lose out on an important bid and tarnish a relationship with an owner. Cost management tools Cost management tools are particularly useful for costs once construction begins.

Estimating 98

Estimating Cost Control Project Management Consulting Budgeting 98

Building Radar

AUGUST 5, 2024

These conditions lay the groundwork for how a project will be managed, defining the responsibilities and expectations of both the client and the contractor. They typically cover a wide range of topics, including project management, quality control, safety, and dispute resolution.

General Contracting 52

General Contracting Contracts Building Code Compliance Insurance Management 52

UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Severe storms, extended heatwaves and flash floods threaten UK livelihoods as climate change accelerates. Bolster frames correctly and clear heavy ice build-up promptly yourself or via subcontractors to prevent collapses mid-project. Get ahead of climate change consequences now.

Insurance Management 64

Insurance Management Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Building Resilience Risk Management 64

Building Radar

AUGUST 29, 2024

In construction, understanding the difference between hard costs and soft costs is crucial for budgeting, project management, and overall financial planning. Knowing how to distinguish and manage these costs effectively can lead to better project outcomes and fewer financial surprises. What Are Hard Costs? What Are Soft Costs?

Insurance Management 52

Insurance Management Building Materials Manufacturing Building Permits Project Management 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

Legal obligations require employers to assess, control, and review noise exposure under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005, providing mandatory hearing protection at 80 dB and health surveillance for at-risk workers. Wrecking balls generate 110-130 decibels during building destruction.

Environmental Impact Assessment 40

Environmental Impact Assessment Health Regulations Construction Machinery Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 40

Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carbon of materials. trillion sf) of building floorspace by 2060—equivalent space of New York City added every month for 40 years—the time for the industry to act is now. Millions of properties across the U.S.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Building Resilience Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 105

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Often just considered 3D design, building information modeling (BIM) also acts as a collaborative work platform. This contributes to faster project delivery as changes are minimized in the design phase. The asset information model is a maintained information model used to manage, control, and operate a respective asset.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 75

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Environmental Impact Assessment Collaboration Project Management 75

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The post Read the Latest News on Stark UK joins to Combat Building Exploitation, the First-ever NHBC Affordable Housing Innovators Event, an Industrial Contract Worth 20 Million, and the First Remotely Controlled Tower Crane in the UK appeared first on UK Construction Blog.

Building Controls 52

Building Controls Contracts Quality Control Real Estate Development 52

iField Smart

MARCH 29, 2024

These drawings document any changes, deviations, or modifications made during the construction process, providing an accurate representation of the final built environment. As-Built Drawings typically include information such as changes in dimensions, materials, and locations of structural elements, utilities, and other components.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Code Compliance Change Management Insurance Management 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 18, 2024

Project management plays an important role in cost control and profitability of construction companies since it influences the cash flow of the business. In this article, I have provided ten tips that are very easy to follow and that can have a big impact on the construction project’s cost-saving management.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Schedule Management Project Management Consulting 52

Buildern

JANUARY 15, 2025

Builders who actively manage construction costs can save a lot of money while keeping quality high. If effectively managing construction costs is your top priority, then reading this article is worth your attention. Overhead costs, such as permits, insurance, etc. Table of Contents What Are the Expenses of Professional Builders?

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Schedule Management Risk Management Quality Control 52

Building Information Management

JANUARY 14, 2013

The latter a form of IPD specifically targeting facility renovation, repair, sustainability, and minor new construction projects. - AUTHENTICATION, ACCESS CONTROL, COLLABORATION, AND STANDARDS. CEASEL allows each user to control their own access policies (ie ‘who’ can access their data, ‘when’ and ‘where’ required).

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 55

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Cost Control Land Use Regulations 55