The Pro Builder

MARCH 8, 2024

A System that Takes Developers and Builders from Design to Completion qpurcell Fri, 03/08/2024 - 11:41 When the team behind the design-build company Shibusa Systems researched the causes of the U.S. housing crisis, they determined that the escalating costs of land and materials weren’t the main issue. “We The upshot?

Plumbing Systems 264

Plumbing Systems Roofing Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 264

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

Building a home or commercial space is a journey that starts with a vision and ends with a completed structure. From designing blueprints to managing on-site work, a construction company brings together skilled professionals, materials, and processes to create structures that last. But how does an idea on paper become a reality?

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Material Handling Building Permits Building Codes 52

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Managing change orders for any size of repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build project, whether IPD, alliance job order contracting, DB, DBB, ‘et al’, simply requires a robust preconstruction process in most instances.

Change Management 98

Change Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Property Management Risk Management 98

The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 6, 2023

A Connected Home Building Experience The power of Higharc exists in the connections it provides between the different aspects of the homebuilding business. Constructive Change Epcon also streamlined its permitting process using Higharc’s auto-generated lot-specific construction drawing sets.

Building Permits 246

Building Permits Site Planning Permits Building Design 246

The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 6, 2023

A Connected Home Building Experience The power of Higharc exists in the connections it provides between the different aspects of the homebuilding business. Constructive Change Epcon also streamlined its permitting process using Higharc’s auto-generated lot-specific construction drawing sets.

Building Permits 246

Building Permits Site Planning Permits Building Design 246

The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 6, 2023

A Connected Home Building Experience The power of Higharc exists in the connections it provides between the different aspects of the homebuilding business. Constructive Change Epcon also streamlined its permitting process using Higharc’s auto-generated lot-specific construction drawing sets.

Building Permits 246

Building Permits Site Planning Permits Building Design 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 10, 2024

To deliver the project, GDOT partnered with Michael Baker International, the lead design firm in charge of project management, structural design, and environmental permitting; Holt Consulting Co., LLC, the roadway design firm; Robert and Co. the lighting design firm; and Confluence Design Consulting, the architectural design firm.

Project Management Consulting 130

Project Management Consulting Environmental Impact Assessment Environmental Consulting Schedule Management 130

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

Key Takeaways An Article 4 Direction is a legal measure that restricts permitted development rights, requiring property owners to obtain planning permission for changes that would normally be allowed without application. The post Article 4 Direction: What Property Owners Need to Know Before Converting appeared first on UK Construction Blog.

Building Permits 52

Building Permits Historic Preservation Land Use Regulations Permits 52

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

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 9, 2020

The following are some effective ways to stay on schedule: 1. Examine Permits: Consider the potential permits you'll need when choosing construction methods. Additional permits may add costs and delays to your project. . Will they offer technical service? Have they been in business for a long time?

Waterproofing Systems 148

Waterproofing Systems Building Permits Building Performance Measurement Permits 148

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Make sure to get all the necessary permits before starting work. This includes: Materials: Flooring, paint, fixtures, and more. Permits: Dont forget those essential documents. OBTAINING NECESSARY PERMITS Renovating your house? Getting the right permits is non-negotiable if you want to avoid fines or delays.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation Building Permits Painting/finishing Permits 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Sustainability is also a big focus; new rules in the EU require all new buildings to be zero-emission by 2030. While green buildings cost more to build, they can cut long-term operating costs by up to 40%. With rising material costs, labor shortages, and stricter regulations, poor planning can lead to major delays and losses.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Real Estate Development Building Code Compliance Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

ENR Construction

JUNE 11, 2025

The full buildout of the masterplan envisions building 2,300 residential units. The town plans to spend nearly $87 million in two phases over 10 years building a new municipal water system and reconstructing Killington Rd., the access road to the ski resort that 5,000 vehicles use daily in winter, says Sherman.

Infrastructure Development 72

Infrastructure Development Land Use Regulations Building Permits Public Works 72

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. This is a major departure from traditional design-bid-build delivery where the team only sees lump sum costs with various contingencies and, of course, large margins.

Project Management Consulting 246

Project Management Consulting Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 246

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2025

Material Costs The cost of materials fluctuates based on a variety of factors, including supply chain disruptions, the global economy, and the increasing demand for construction materials. Permitting and Regulatory Costs New York City has a detailed and often complicated regulatory environment, which adds to construction costs.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Project Management Consulting Cost Control Real Estate Development 52

Rabbet

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

These include: Building materials (lumber, concrete, steel, etc.) Soft costs are indirect expenses that, while essential to the project, don’t involve physical construction materials or labor. What are hard costs? What are soft costs?

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Cost Control Construction Machinery Schedule Management 52

The Pro Builder

JUNE 26, 2023

needs to build back from a deficit of 4.3 million housing units, but as costs for building materials rise and labor remains in short supply, resolving that shortage is going to require additional funding and major policy reform. While the nation’s housing stock grew by roughly 6.3 million, and 7.1

Building Permits 130

Building Permits Building Materials Zoning Permits 130

Construction Marketing

MAY 16, 2022

In the construction industry, wood is probably one of the most popular materials used. Agripreneurs are now taking advantage of steel buildings for their agricultural projects. So, if you’re planning to put up an agricultural steel building, here are the key considerations you need to take into account: 1.

Building Permits 116

Building Permits Health Regulations Building Materials Safety Regulations 116

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Vista Pointe represents a rare opportunity to build a luxury waterfront community with outstanding amenities and unparalleled views of Manhattan. Since its formation in 2003, Toll Brothers City Living has completed 45 condominium buildings totaling over 7,200 residences.

Real Estate Development 130

Real Estate Development Land Use Regulations Risk Management Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Wolgast Corporation

JUNE 28, 2022

The cost and availability of building materials can presently be described as highly unpredictable, so the pre-planning phase has become the key to Restaurant Construction more than ever before! Design-build speeds up the process. Design-build speeds up the process. These trades help us control the pace of the work.

Carpentry 125

Carpentry Building Materials Millwork Building Permits 125

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home. Reconfiguring existing space is typically more eco-friendly than building new extensions. You’re not alone. Environmental sustainability differs between approaches too.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Property Management 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 2, 2025

Key issues related to cost factors: Fluctuating Material Costs: Prices of construction materials can significantly vary based on market conditions, supply chain issues, and seasonal fluctuations, making accurate cost estimations challenging. Locally researched costs for labor, material, and equipment. Cost, and VFA, Inc.

Estimating 59

Estimating Site Planning Risk Management Geotechnical Engineering 59

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 16, 2025

Tools like Building Information Modeling (BIM) and project management software offer real-time collaboration across stakeholders, reducing the margin for error and streamlining workflow. Sustainable Building Practices Sustainability is no longer a luxury but a fundamental aspect of responsible construction.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Safety Regulations Infrastructure Development Health Regulations 52

PN - Project Management

JUNE 24, 2025

But bid prices can swing from one job to the next, sometimes climbing faster than material indexes alone can explain. Understanding why the numbers move is the first step to building tighter bids and avoiding unwelcome surprises in the field. Pipe Size and Material Diameter matters twice. Joint time counts.

Piping Installation 87

Piping Installation Site Planning Real Estate Development Cost Control 87

Wolgast Corporation

JANUARY 29, 2024

Building an efficient and sustainable commercial building can be perceived to be costly and complicated, but it does not have to be. Working with an experienced Design-Build Contractor can save you money and provide guidance for savings from sustainable and long-lasting material investments.

Building Design 126

Building Design Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency 126

Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

To help in this regard, keep reading as we explore some of the most effective strategies for adapting to new building codes in 2025. What to Expect from Building Codes in 2025 As can be expected, standards of excellence are only set to increase in the construction industry in 2025. Regulations can differ widely across the nation.

Building Codes 52

Building Codes Building Code Compliance Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems 52

Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

During this stage, the client/GC team collaboratively address site assessments, permit requirements, and scheduling, leveraging the GC’s practical experience in the field. This commitment to quality control boosts project value, ensures compliance, and builds trust between the client and the contractor​.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Risk Management Schedule Management Quality Control 52

Wolgast Corporation

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

A larger building can typically be constructed at a lesser square footage price than a smaller building. The overall price tag may be more, but a bigger building will get better value per square foot than a littler building, based on similar material selection. Also included with this is future proofing.

Building Design 127

Building Design Cost Control Building Materials Material Storage 127

The MCP Group

MAY 20, 2025

Bid Due Date | June 12, 2025 2:00 PM Project Description This project features new construction of 3 24 -unit, 3-story Apartment Buildings with one attached clubhouse. ALL scopes of work are needed. Project is not subject to Davis-Bacon wage requirements, and is tax-exempt. General Information ITB Reserves at Cobalt Cir.

Carpentry 40

Carpentry Building Permits Painting/finishing Permits 40

Wolgast Corporation

JUNE 24, 2024

Design-Build Construction (DB) is one of the increasingly popular methods of construction. Instead of hiring an Architect to design your building and then finding a General Contractor to bid the design, a commercial building owner gets the designer and the contractor as one entity.

Building Design 97

Building Design Building Permits Building Materials Estimating 97

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 6, 2020

The term rainscreen is widely used to describe a building products category that fulfills one of the main functions of an exterior wall—to screen out rain and keep a wall dry. The rain screen is the siding itself but the term rainscreen implies a system of building.”. by Richard Martens. Images courtesy Sto Corp. Kirby Garden).

Wall Systems 100

Wall Systems Building Permits Building Controls Cost Control 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

It is no secret that buildings make up a significant portion of yearly emissions, and this recognition has led to industry-wide efforts to find new ways to decarbonize and retrofit buildings. Part of this came with a commitment to measuring the embodied carbon of all of their projects within the buildings sector.

Building Codes 130

Building Codes Building Materials Building Design Building Standards 130

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 24, 2025

The post Green Cooling in The UK’s Listed Buildings: Tackling Air Conditioning Challenges In 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. But installing them in old buildings is a challenging task. Such systems could interfere with original materials or wreck historic interiors.

Green Building 59

Green Building Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation Piping Installation 59

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

When open, these doors add space to accommodate clientele outdoors when weather permits. The clear sections are available in various materials such as acrylic and tempered, insulated, frosted, and low-emissivity (Low-E) glass. ft) up to 6 m (20 ft) and heights ranging from 1.2 m (4 ft) to 4.2

Energy Efficiency 59

Energy Efficiency Building Materials Manufacturing Ceiling Systems Energy Conservation 59

Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Any commercial building can be built in three easy steps. The approach is easier on building owners so they can concentrate on their business instead of construction – we take care of it all from concept to completion. Substantial completion of the project is followed by a warranty phase with our 1-year building warranty.

Schedule Management 127

Schedule Management Building Design Building Materials Manufacturing Building Permits 127

CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The House construction Steps is explained in detail below: Building Construction Process Two Main Parts Divided as Below. Building Construction Process from Start to Finish Pdf : Click Here. Sub Building Construction Steps with Main Building Construction. In this building construction process first step.

Painting/finishing 98

Painting/finishing Electrical Wiring Installation Plumbing Systems Masonry 98

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

Look at the following elements: Exterior Materials : What materials are used for the siding, roofing, and trim? Match Exterior Materials and Details One of the most important aspects of a seamless addition is matching the exterior materials and details. Roofing : Match the roofing material, color, and pitch.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Energy Efficiency Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems 52