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Infrastructure costs keep rising. Consider these approaches to mitigate them.

Civil + Structural Engineer

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. Infrastructure project delivery is at a crossroads. percent, which is a 2.4

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Episode 3: Cost Control in Construction Projects; Here’s how to control them

iField Smart

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.

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Episode 5: Value Engineering and Cost Optimisation — Cost Management

iField Smart

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. Simplified design: Simplifying complex designs without compromising integrity.

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Keltbray appoints former Laing O’Rourke commercial chief

Construction Enquirer

Chaney brings a proven track record in developing and leading high-performing commercial teams and has wide-ranging experience working on complex civil engineering schemes in the UK and Australia. Vince Corrigan said: “We are delighted to welcome someone of Andy’s calibre to Keltbray.

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How unpiloted systems are changing the landscape for civil and structural engineers

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Josh Rayburn Unpiloted systems continue transforming civil and structural engineering by improving efficiency, accuracy, and safety while empowering civil and structural engineers to control costs. Now, engineers can pull out a tablet, operate an unpiloted system, and gain instantaneous feedback.

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When Speed Counts: EPCM Delivery for Industrial and Manufacturing Projects

Civil + Structural Engineer

Owners building complex industrial projects face a wide range of risks in delivering their projects as quickly and as cost-effectively as possible. For owners facing this scenario, integrated services like the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) delivery method may be the best option for your project.

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PC Construction, Stantec, and Hazen and Sawyer complete WSSC Water’s $271M Piscataway Bioenergy Facility

Civil + Structural Engineer

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