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. Within the AEC industry, research focuses on predicting and quantifying the impact of air leakage. According to the U.S.

Building Code Compliance

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

The post Construction Industry App Development: Transform Your Projects with Digital Solutions appeared first on UK Construction Blog. You’re no longer limited to traditional paper-based processes and lengthy communication chains that once plagued construction sites.

Building Code Compliance

Buildern

JULY 10, 2025

In this guide, we’ll break down the planning process step-by-step and figure out how construction management software tools help in creating a realistic and flexible plan. Early collaboration with architects, engineers, and even suppliers helps avoid costly changes later on. Construction planning is a team effort.

Risk Management

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

The post Construction Site Hearing Issues: How Noise Damages Workers’ Health & Prevention Tips appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction workers experience significantly higher rates of hearing damage than most other industries, with demolition workers bearing the heaviest burden.

Environmental Impact Assessment

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 21, 2025

The construction industry is one of the oldest and most important fields and has changed a lot over the years. Now, digital transformation is a big change that is even more significant than anything before. It changes how industries work and how they provide value to their customers.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

CCR Magazine

MARCH 21, 2025

Even small issues can completely derail your construction projects, resulting in a major loss of productivity. This is why smart, veteran managers use careful planning and robust workflows to improve their budgeting, employee onboarding, material and equipment purchases, and other operations.

Environmental Impact Assessment

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

The post Lodge Building: A Comprehensive Guide to Construction, Design, and Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Lodge building has evolved from simple estate structures to versatile, modern constructions serving diverse purposes across residential, commercial, and recreational sectors. What is Lodge Building?

Building Design

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

The post Drum Cutter: Complete Guide to Excavator Cutting Attachments appeared first on UK Construction Blog. When traditional excavation methods struggle against hard materials like rock and reinforced concrete, drum cutters emerge as the precision solution that transforms challenging projects into manageable tasks.

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing

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

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

Here’s What to Expect From Start to Finish appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Phase 1: Initial Planning and Feasibility (2-3 Months) Defining Your Vision and Requirements The extension process begins long before any construction takes place. The post Planning a House Extension? Are you adding bedrooms for a growing family?

Painting/finishing

Roads Online

JUNE 20, 2025

That’s where innovation in pavement recycling and stabilisation is making its mark – and reshaping the way we think about road construction and maintenance. As we celebrate the progress made, we’re also looking ahead to the next wave of change. The result? Related stories: Out with the old $10.7B

Environmental Impact Assessment

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

The post Transform Your Garage: 10 Simple DIY Upgrades for a More Functional Home Space appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Assessing Your Garage Space and Planning Improvements Transforming your garage requires thorough preparation before any renovation work begins.

Electrical Wiring Installation

Construction Specifier

JUNE 26, 2025

Photos courtesy Huntsman Building Solutions and Groupe Valco In any construction project, the integrity of a building’s foundation is paramount. Foundations, especially in large structures, are subject to various stresses from environmental factors such as temperature changes and moisture to the sheer weight of the building itself.

Waterproofing Systems

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

The post The Ultimate Guide to Air Quality Monitoring: Protecting Health & Environment appeared first on UK Construction Blog. As concerns about environmental health grow, understanding what’s in the air around us has become essential for both individuals and organisations. Every breath you take matters.

Environmental Impact Assessment

ENR Construction

JULY 11, 2025

Photo by Molly Riley/The White House July 11, 2025 Several federal agencies have recently announced revisions to their procedures under the National Environmental Policy Act that officials say will streamline reviews for projects.

Environmental Impact Assessment

UK Construction Blog

JULY 14, 2025

The post Best Practice Steps for Robust Data-Center Cabling appeared first on UK Construction Blog. However, the right cable type and organized management practices are just the beginning—working with experienced cabling installers at data centers can help you sidestep issues before they escalate.

Environmental Impact Assessment

UK Construction Blog

JULY 12, 2025

The post 5 Things to Consider While Choosing the Right Commercial Cleaning Service for Your Business appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Assess Your Business’s Cleaning Needs Every business is unique, and so are its cleaning requirements. Adaptability: Your needs may change over time.

Insurance Management

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 16, 2024

Safety improvements were a priority, and the project included the closing of 22 at-grade road crossings, relocation of 10 crossings to be equipped with automatic warning devices, and four new bridges eliminating previous crossings. HDR’s environmental, engineering and program management staff have supported the project from its early stages.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The Environmental Regulatory industry is one area that was initially slow to begin the digital transition, but in recent years has warmed up to digitizing its processes. Lance also points out recent dramatic changes to federal environmental regulations, adding the need for “the regulated community [to remain] agile amid the changes.”

Permits

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 1, 2023

By Luke Carothers As environmental and climate change concerns continue to grow, there is also a growing recognition of the impact that industries like construction have had on environmental issues.

Sustainability

Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Let’s briefly examine the importance of risk management, the difference between proactive and reactive risk management strategies, and an additional proactive risk management strategy the oil and gas industry should adopt. Risk management ensures companies comply with regulations.

Risk Management

PN - Project Management

DECEMBER 10, 2024

​The construction industry has embraced digital transformation, and big data is at the forefront of this change. Powered by big data, predictive analysis is becoming a cornerstone for construction management, enabling businesses to achieve greater accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Construction Management

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

By recognizing the young professionals already making a profound impact on the AEC industry, we are able to get a full view of its future. This impact also extends to work done in their communities as well as leadership and mentorship within their firms. For me, Rising Stars is the perfect way to start the awards season.

Project Management Consulting

Buildern

MARCH 6, 2025

Have you ever wondered what keeps the construction project on track, ensuring that everything goes as expected? A construction site inspection checklist is essential for any construction project. A construction site inspection checklist is essential for any construction project.

Inspection

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. Aperture is a tool used for public outreach.

Sustainability

Roads Online

JULY 25, 2024

The new Executive General Manager for Construction and Utility at Komatsu Australia is looking to drive that change. D rawing on more than 25 years of experience, David Small has recently assumed the role of Executive General Manager for construction and utility at Komatsu Australia.

Sustainability

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

But changes in the industry are leading designers to take a cradle-to-cradle perspective. While innovations offer welcome solutions to existing problems, they also require a change in the approach to project delivery. Several factors have combined to bring sustainability to the forefront of design and construction.

Building Materials Manufacturing

PN - Project Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Image by Peter H from Pixabay "Moving construction equipment requires planning so it is done safely." ​Moving construction equipment can be complicated, requiring careful planning and execution to guarantee both the safety of personnel and the protection of valuable machinery.

Construction Equipment

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

The role of asset management in water security Asset management is a coordinated set of business practices that cover the whole lifecycle of an asset, from design and acquisition through operation and maintenance to decommissioning and disposition. With this data, plant operators can more quickly repair, rebuild and restore service.

Risk Management

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

The role of asset management in water security Asset management is a coordinated set of business practices that cover the whole lifecycle of an asset, from design and acquisition through operation and maintenance to decommissioning and disposition. With this data, plant operators can more quickly repair, rebuild and restore service.

Risk Management

Roads Online

MARCH 7, 2024

“I put in a strategic plan when I first joined the NTRO and a big focus of that was that ‘if you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it’,” Doyle says. We look to monitor and measure, so our clients can better manage and maintain their assets.” This included the assessment of 8400 kilometres of Victorian roads.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

First and foremost is important to understand that all projects are exercises in managing change. The key to consistent delivery of successful projects therefore lies in the ability to account for and/or manage variations as they occur. Senior management failure is the #1 cause of poor project outcomes.

Project Management Consulting

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 11, 2024

The construction sector is no exception. According to Deloitte , AI and advanced data analytics technology could bring cost savings of 10% to 15% for construction projects. The impact of artificial intelligence is incredibly profound, which is why AI in the construction market is expected to be worth $151.1

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 9, 2024

In 2023, the construction industry grappled with the lingering effects of supply chain disruptions, inflation, and ever-present labor shortages —a narrative that has become all too familiar. But amidst these challenges, construction pros remained as resilient and innovative as ever. CAGR from 2023 to 2028.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2022

In construction, last impressions matter. Owners and clients expect a seamless handover, which is the key to efficient facility management and operations. In fact, the process begins as early as the design phase and is carried on throughout construction. Commissioning is especially important for energy management.

Building Commissioning

BDC Network

MARCH 29, 2024

Demystifying carbon offsets vs direct reductions 0 qpurcell Fri, 03/29/2024 - 11:18 Sustainability Chris Forney, Principal, Brightworks Sustainability, and Rob Atkinson, Senior Project Manager, IA Interior Architects, share the misconceptions about carbon offsets and identify opportunities for realizing a carbon-neutral building portfolio.

Energy Efficiency

Building Information Management

AUGUST 29, 2012

BIM is the life-cycle modeling and management of the built environment supported by digital technology. First, a few clarifications and items to help frame this discussion: BIM definition: “BIM is the life-cycle modeling and management of the built environment supported by digital technology.” INTRODUCTION.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)