Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 23, 2024

on the exterior of the building, which increases the effective thermal resistance of the assembly. While fully adhered systems offer certain advantages, their water management performance depends entirely on the quality of the installation, specifically, the quality of the drainage plane, which is rarely verified.

Prefabrication 52

Prefabrication Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

As energy costs continue to climb and environmental awareness reaches new heights, homeowners across the UK are discovering the remarkable benefits of recycled paper insulation. The manufacturing process involves several critical stages that ensure both performance and safety. What is Recycled Paper Insulation?

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Sustainability Building Materials Manufacturing Environmental Impact Assessment 52

ENR Construction

JUNE 24, 2025

Equipment with onboard operators push material to the remote-controlled machines, which perform the dangerous task of pushing material over the edge. Daily geologic assessments also are performed. Crews paused the heavy equipment work to focus on slope stabilization above the area by installing additional shear dowels.

Building Controls 73

Building Controls Construction Equipment Building Performance Measurement Surveying 73

OmTrak

JANUARY 14, 2025

Champion Validated Data What wed like to see : Building a transparent data environment where validated information drives decision-making. How we can do this : Implement systems and engage consultants to assess asset status for proactive maintenance planning.

Quality Assurance 75

Quality Assurance Project Management Consulting Stakeholder Engagement Handover 75

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Whether you’re looking for indoor or outdoor stairs, straight or spiral designs, wooden open rise or glass balustrades, modern manufacturing techniques can accommodate virtually any style while ensuring compliance with building regulations.

Staircases 52

Staircases Building Materials Manufacturing Engineering Controls Manufacturing 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Taking Measurements and Creating a Budget Taking accurate measurements forms the foundation of a successful garage renovation plan. Measure the entire garage space including height, width, and depth using a tape measure. Most flooring materials require specific environmental conditions for optimal installation.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation Material Storage Flooring Systems Ceiling Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

Whether you’re renovating your home, upgrading your office, or enhancing an industrial facility, epoxy flooring delivers outstanding performance in high-traffic environments. Understanding Epoxy Resin Flooring Epoxy resin flooring transforms concrete surfaces into durable, high-performance industrial floors.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Flooring Systems Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Painting/finishing 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

These detailed plans serve multiple critical functions: they ensure Building Regulations compliance, facilitate accurate structural calculations, and provide clear guidance for construction teams throughout the build process. Building Services Integration Modern loft conversions demand sophisticated building services integration.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Structural Systems 52

Construction Specifier

APRIL 16, 2025

As the global focus on sustainability and climate change intensifies, the United States is seeing a new trend in building restoration-deep energy retrofits. buildings account for nearly 50 percent of energy consumption and 35 percent of total energy-related emissions. C above pre-industrial levels. 1 The agreement was enacted in 2016.

Sustainability 59

Sustainability Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement 59

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

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 26, 2025

Whether it’s due to unusual dimensions, unique environmental conditions, or the need for enhanced durability or aesthetics, one-size-fits-all simply doesn’t work. This ensures a perfect fit and optimal performance within the broader system or structure they are intended to support.

Steel Fabrication 52

Steel Fabrication Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Environmental Consulting 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

PROTECTING unique architectural elements, one of London’s Grade II listed buildings has undergone a condition and sustainability survey to preserve its 140-year-old heritage. Built in 1884, the building required an in-depth assessment to evaluate its current condition and identify opportunities to improve its sustainability.

Surveying 257

Surveying Sustainability Energy Conservation Historic Preservation 257

The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

The show home features cutting-edge technologies, the latest in building science principles and best practices, and offers a real-world glimpse into the future of residential building to a higher standard. Though it was no easy task, this year’s build followed a proven process that can be applied to any home at any price point.

Renewable Energy Systems 244

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Wall Systems 244

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 30, 2023

New Sydney icon wins unprecedented seven awards, demonstrates importance of structure renewal to mitigate climate change Chicago (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) announced the winner of its annual award for best tall building worldwide: Quay Quarter Tower , in Sydney.

Renewable Energy Systems 264

Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Performance Measurement Real Estate Development 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

CHICAGO — Brown and Caldwell today announced Ravi Chadha has joined the firm as senior vice president and chief strategy officer (CSO) as incumbent Jay Patil retires after more than three decades in the environmental consulting sector. As CSO, Chadha will develop, implement, and oversee Brown and Caldwell’s strategic direction.

Environmental Consulting 130

Environmental Consulting Change Management Building Performance Measurement Sustainability 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages. Construction Management Co.:

Engineering 264

Engineering Concrete Pouring Plumbing Systems Structural Systems 264

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Dean Lewis, Graham Finch, and David Simkins Contractors Mass Timber Moisture Protection Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Mass timber has gained popularity as a building material praised for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal. Here are five tips for successful water mitigation in mass timber construction.

Building Performance Measurement 98

Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Control 98

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.

Wall Systems 104

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 104

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Sustainability 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages. Construction Management Co.:

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 19, 2023

SAN DIEGO — A digital toolkit purpose-built to equip decision makers with key climate insights was recognized with a Sustainable Product Award from the Sustainability, Environmental Achievement and Leadership (SEAL) 2023 Business Sustainability Awards. ResilienceLens TM measures the “resilience value” of potential projects.

Sustainability 100

Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management Consulting Risk Management 100

Roads Online

MARCH 14, 2024

Could you share some of the performance metrics for social infrastructure projects you use to measure and improve community liveability? While they are not necessarily used for social infrastructure projects, Bisson says City of Newcastle would measure against the indicators in the Newcastle Community Strategic Plan (CSP).

Infrastructure Development 104

Infrastructure Development Stakeholder Engagement Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement 104

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Even when people are inside, it is hard to block out intruding and distracting noises within the space people are in; noise coming from adjacent rooms, areas above or below, or from hallways; or even from outside the building. The purpose of the building determines what types of noise pollution creates “pain points” for occupants.

Building Performance Measurement 64

Building Performance Measurement Ceiling Systems Project Management Consulting Flooring Systems 64

Stok

APRIL 26, 2021

San Francisco/Denver (April 27, 2021) – Stok, a provider of sustainability and high-performance building services, announces Devon Bertram as Vice President of Sustainability Consulting. Devon Bertram, VP of Sustainability Consulting, Stok.

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Sustainability Project Management Consulting Environmental Consulting 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

a civil engineering firm focused on sanitary sewer systems, as a stop-gap measure until she could find a career more suited to her structural engineering ambition. Alanna joined Parkhill in 2013 and specializes in Building Information Modeling (BIM), HVAC design automation, and building acoustics.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Environmental Impact Assessment Public Works Project Management 147

Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2025

The focus now includes how well a building serves its occupants and the environment, especially in the face of increasing climate challenges. It supports LEED strategies for site development, thermal comfort, and long-term building performance.

Building Resilience 52

Building Resilience Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

By Nicholas Russo, Enterprise Asset Management Consultant, and Dr. Jeff Chen, Director of Digital Transformation, Symetri Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to transform various industries and sectors, offering innovative solutions to age-old problems.

Project Management 130

Project Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Risk Management 130

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Structural silicone glazing (SSG) continues to grow in popularity for its aesthetic and performance characteristics. Its superior thermal performance compared to captured systems allows designers to enable compliance with more stringent energy standards and code requirements while reducing sightlines between glazed units.

Structural Systems 59

Structural Systems Building Performance Measurement Quality Control Building Code Compliance 59

ENR Construction

AUGUST 8, 2012

Building Types. The Top 200 Environmental Firms for 2012: Analysis. Antea Group, the Dutch-based environmental services firm, managed the decommissioning and demolition of a bulk oil storage facility in South Africa for an unidentified client. SUBSCRIBE TODAY & receive immediate web access. Search our site: Infrastructure.

Environmental Consulting 70

Environmental Consulting Project Management Consulting Public Works Government Works 70

Stok

MAY 8, 2023

The list is the result of a comprehensive measurement of American companies that have excelled in creating exceptional workplaces and company culture, whether operating in a physical, virtual, or hybrid capacity. Best Workplaces list offered an opportunity to measure Stok’s team member experience and benchmark it against peer organizations.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Project Management Consulting Surveying Environmental Consulting 52

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Its strength, durability, and resiliency are integral to sustainable building practices and support a growing emphasis on climate resilience. Designers, engineers, architects, and general contractors play an integral, interconnected role in selecting concrete products to meet the performance, safety, and schedule demands of a given project.

Concrete Pouring 52

Concrete Pouring Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing 52

BDC Network

MAY 25, 2023

From net zero to net positive in K-12 schools 0 qpurcell Thu, 05/25/2023 - 08:38 K-12 Schools Perkins Eastman’s pursuit of healthy, net positive schools goes beyond environmental health; it targets all who work, teach, and learn inside them. It’s an incredible asset for the Boston public school system,” the award jury wrote.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2022

It has done virtually nothing to measurably impact the repair, renovation, maintenance, and construction of the built environment. It has neither reduced economic nor environmental waste. Build a cross functional team with clear responsibilities to produce quality, efficient outcomes. Take BIM for example.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 105

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Quality Assurance Procurement 105

Natural Building

AUGUST 4, 2010

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life. Haitian Wisdom.

Green Building 45

Green Building Architecture Sustainability Building Performance Measurement 45

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Through our own research, we’ve seen measurable improvements in productivity among industry professionals who use digital tools to collaborate. For example, using various tech solutions that don't "talk" to each other often wastes time because teams need to switch between apps when performing tasks or looking for information.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Communication Project Management 105

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Finland-based Vaisala, a global leader in weather, environmental, and industrial measurements, embarked on a visionary project to erect a cutting-edge U.S. The owner desired a sleek-looking, low-profile system that would complement the look of the roof and the high-end, architecturally designed building.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability HVAC System Installation Roofing Systems Wall Systems 52

Practical Law Construction

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

His report, Constructing the Gold Standard , follows his consultation with over 100 clients, suppliers and advisers highlighting practices which drive successful outcomes and others that impede progress. Mosey was given the brief of creating a new “Gold Standard” for public sector frameworks and framework controls.

Public Works 52

Public Works Procurement Building Performance Measurement Building Commissioning 52