Design-build fosters collaboration, flexibility
Construction Dive
MARCH 27, 2025
can help contractors control costs, streamline schedules and encourage innovation. The fastest-growing project delivery method in the U.S.
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Construction Dive
MARCH 27, 2025
can help contractors control costs, streamline schedules and encourage innovation. The fastest-growing project delivery method in the U.S.
Construction Enquirer
JULY 2, 2025
A number of fire safety issues were identified and LFRS prohibited the use of the building, meaning residents already living there had to leave their homes. HSE also served an improvement notice requiring the company to design and implement a fire management plan.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 10, 2025
On one hand, the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) has catalyzed unprecedented infrastructure investment, while on the other, rising costs for materials, labor and energy are squeezing project budgets and complicating project planning and execution. That fosters a vicious cycle of reduced competition and further escalating costs.
iField Smart
JANUARY 4, 2025
Cost overruns run large in the construction industry, leading to project delays, disputes, and financial losses. To mitigate these risks, the construction industry must implement robust cost control strategies. Value Engineering in Construction : Identify cost-saving opportunities that dont compromise quality or functionality.
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 9, 2025
Reds10 has unveiled a major leadership shake-up as founder and chairman Paul Ruddick returns to take day-to-day control of the business and chief executive Matt Bennion steps aside to lead the group’s AI-driven tech arm.
Wolgast Corporation
OCTOBER 28, 2024
As a Design-Builder , we take on the role of advocate for our clients and put ourselves in their shoes while carefully making design and construction decisions. What would they choose to do to effectively save money and time without sacrificing quality or building longevity?
Construction Dive
JUNE 30, 2025
Ranked number two in the United States on Building Design + Construction’s “Top 90 Hotel and Resort Construction Firms for 2024,” PCL Construction excels at this by providing services such as diverse self-perform capabilities and a highly personalized preconstruction approach tailored to the specific needs of its clients.
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 10, 2025
Now entering its third term, the four-year agreement will see TfW using Sypro’s contract management software – a project oversight and collaboration hub designed to streamline contract management in real time – in support of its National Delivery Plan.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 24, 2025
The post 8 Essential Techniques for Green and Energy-Efficient Building Design appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Passive House Performance Standards A “Passive House” refers to a highly energy-efficient building that minimizes energy consumption through the use of passive design strategies.
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.
Wolgast Corporation
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Building Owners have been using a form of wainscoting in their buildings since the 14 th century according to howstuffworks.com. You may be familiar with wainscoting used often in residential homes, but is it right for your business setting when you consider remodeling or building new? 800-WOLGAST.
Construction Enquirer
MAY 30, 2023
The McLaren scheme has been designed by Cartwright Pickard Architects and has been refined through lengthy discussions with the city council’s planning, urban design and conservation officers. “The previous building had long since fallen into disrepair and ceased to do justice to the location.
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Early Contractor Involvement is a mandatory component in any real property owner process designed to ensure consistent delivery of quaility repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects on-time and on-budget. The issues associated with Traditional Construction * Project Delivery (DB, DBB, CMAR…) are clear.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Affordable Housing Community Utilizes Universal Design qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:14 About 8% of Maine residents ages 18 to 64 live with a mobility disability that significantly affects their daily activities, according to supportive housing provider 3i Housing of Maine (3i HoME).
iField Smart
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
As this immersive virtual world takes shape, design-build firms stand at the forefront of exploring its potential to transform project planning, collaboration, and visualization. Clients can experience their designs in a virtual environment, gaining a deeper understanding and making more informed decisions.
Construction Enquirer
APRIL 19, 2023
The lift plan failed to stipulate how the individual SIPs were to be safely lifted and failed to consider proximity hazards or how the SIPs would be adequately controlled during the lifting operation. in costs at Newcastle Crown Court. in costs at Newcastle Crown Court.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 13, 2023
As a result of this collaboration, Mincon Drill Mast Attachments for skid steers and excavators now have an option for the installation of the Trimble® Groundworks Machine Control System, which can significantly reduce the cost and complexity of the installation for the contractor.
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 27, 2023
Administrators from FRP Advisory took control of the business in May. An update on the administration filed at Companies House said the firm was sunk by a combination of rising materials costs, project delays and defect liability claims. Howard Russell worked across the UK as a design and build contractor for a wide range of sectors.
The Pro Builder
MAY 2, 2023
Department of Energy (DOE) announced six finalists in the Equitable and Affordable Solutions to Electrification (EAS-E) Prize , which awards innovative solutions that advance electrification retrofits across various residential building types and geographies with $2.4 million in cash prizes and technical assistance. Milwaukie, Ore.)
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. Costs: As the scope is likely to evolve and change across the design and construction phases, EPCM projects can expect additional engineering costs as work progresses.
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
The Pro Builder
JANUARY 2, 2024
But customized designs, even with prefab components, can end up extending the schedule and increasing the budget. That’s one issue that a new partnership between a prefab panel company, B.PUBLIC Prefab , and a design firm, Hereabout Home , aims to solve. Think of them as homes that are both prefab and predesigned.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 1, 2023
The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. The Structural Building Components Association (SBCA) conducted studies in 1995 and 2015 and compiled the results into a comprehensive report “Framing the American Dream.”
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Prefab, Modular Homebuilder Touts Energy and Cost Benefits qpurcell Wed, 10/04/2023 - 09:00 Dvele —a California-based manufacturer of prefab, modular homes—got started by bringing two building concepts together: high performance and factory construction. In 2018, Brandon Weiss, a third-generation U.S. million.
Wolgast Corporation
MARCH 31, 2025
When it comes to heating and cooling in small commercial building additions, remodels, or IT/server rooms, traditional central HVAC systems often fall short. This is particularly true for IT rooms, where consistent and precise temperature control is critical to protecting sensitive equipment and ensuring business continuity.
The Pro Builder
MARCH 13, 2024
The Passive House Network Publishes Guidance for 2024 qpurcell Wed, 03/13/2024 - 10:40 The Passive House Network has published a new resource that clarifies the expectations and roles of the certifier in certifying buildings to Passive House building standards.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 1, 2024
Sustainable site design is a hot topic in the AEC industry. As Civil Engineers, Landscape Architects, and Planners, we are challenged to integrate conservation into site design, preserving the natural features of the land. We must also think about ways to improve design to promote a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle.
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
When combined, the following products won't just boost a home's overall energy efficiency, they can also provide long-term cost savings for generations of homeowners to come. EnergyShield is made with polyisocyanurate insulation, which meets International Building Code requirements as an approved WRB in the place of No.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 6, 2024
August 6, 2024 – Today, Autodesk announced that it has been named the Official Design and Make Platform of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games and Team USA. Autodesk software will be critical in enabling this, with its technology helping to shorten timelines, cut costs, and incorporate sustainable design principles across the project.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 4, 2024
Additionally, SAF® significantly reduces operating costs through lower energy consumption, decreased flocculant and coagulant usage, and reduced operator attention and maintenance requirements. Heron Innovators has been building and installing Suspended Air® Flotation systems across the U.S.,
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 24, 2025
New technologies like AI, BIM, and IoT are helping manage projects better by saving time, cutting costs, and reducing risks. AI alone can lower construction costs by 10–20%. Sustainability is also a big focus; new rules in the EU require all new buildings to be zero-emission by 2030. It sets the foundation for building.
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. Its not just about cutting costs but optimising the functionality and performance of the project.
Construction Enquirer
MAY 23, 2023
The design and build contractor said it has strengthened its risk management protocols towards price stability, tender validity, inflation risk and project timelines, in response to recent market volatility. . As a result operating margins halved from around 10% to 4.6% As a board we have remained on track with our strategic plans.”
Safety Services Company
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
This guide is packed with insights to help you tackle compliance challenges with confidence while focusing on building proactive safety systems throughout the workplace. Cost Savings: Avoid costly penalties, medical expenses, and downtime. Cost Savings: Avoid costly penalties, medical expenses, and downtime.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 28, 2023
At the same time, the construction industry is contending with its own set of challenges regarding workforce availability, jobsite safety, building quality, lack of materials, and building sustainability. Additionally, building in a controlled setting can reduce material waste, providing both environmental and cost benefits.
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?
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 10, 2025
Multiple Workflows Streamlined with One System The Siteworks Machine Guidance system is designed for seamless transitions between tasks. Operators can utilize the same system for both surveying and machine control, moving it effortlessly between machines and jobsites.
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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The city has consistently topped more than $1 billion in new construction permits over the past 11 years as it grows and builds new businesses, apartment complexes, and more. PCiRoads was equipped with Brokk remote-control demolition robots for the concrete removal but needed an efficient solution to shape new concrete on the tunnels floor.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 1, 2023
It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The DUST-10C has been expertly designed for effective control and maximum efficiency. Plus, the unit comes pre-assembled and ready for immediate use, minimizing installation costs and other startup barriers. The unit also comes with a pass-through power cord opening.
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 8, 2023
Insolvency experts from FRP Advisory took control of the London-based residential tower builder yesterday evening. One rival main contractor said: “Henry’s have been buying work for years and it all seems to have come to ahead as soaring costs and labour caught up with the firm.
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.
iField Smart
JANUARY 6, 2025
Although this is the case, quality control is one of the most common pain points in the industry. As such there is a need for proper quality control mechanisms to be put in place otherwise construction projects are likely to be non compliant in most design aspects and this will result in: Damage to safety features of the structure.
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