The Construction Index

JUNE 19, 2025

The handover ceremony at Liebherr GB headquarters. PCE, formerly Precast Concrete Erection, has bought a Liebherr LTR 1150 telescopic-boomed crawler crane to bolster its on-site operations. metres, thus making this model economical to transport to job sites. to 19-metre fly jib that offsets hydraulically by up to 40 degrees.

Construction Equipment 64

Construction Equipment Wall Systems Modular Construction Contracts 64

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

This is especially true when the project is still evolving in terms of scope or identifying long lead items, but, regardless, the planned start of production is the project’s primary driver. A rigorous quality control approach executed as planned is necessary to mitigate this risk.

Project Management Consulting 246

Project Management Consulting Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 246

LetsBuild

JULY 14, 2023

Every stage of the construction process is crucial to the project’s success – the handover phase is no different, but it comes with some unique challenges for everyone involved. Construction handover is like the finish line; everyone’s excited to get the build to the client, but it’s also the time when complacency can show its face.

Handover 52

Handover Stakeholder Engagement Project Management Communication 52

LetsBuild

JULY 14, 2023

Every stage of the construction process is crucial to the project’s success – the handover phase is no different, but it comes with some unique challenges for everyone involved. Construction handover is like the finish line; everyone’s excited to get the build to the client, but it’s also the time when complacency can show its face.

Handover 52

Handover Stakeholder Engagement Project Management Communication 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 13, 2023

This year at AU 2023, Autodesk has sessions that will help attack cost while embracing construction technology, planning collaboratively, and practicing sustainability. Then export for use in handover packages or other third party-requested deliverables.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 85

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Handover Cost Control Schedule Management 85

CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

An architect prepare plan according to building requirement, a number of flats, shops based on your requirements also budget. After planning and structural detailing finished, these details are transferred into the building estimator. All drawing like Plan, Elevation, Section. Site Clearance. Seek Technical/Consultant.

Painting/finishing 98

Painting/finishing Electrical Wiring Installation Plumbing Systems Masonry 98

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 16, 2020

The innovate and exclusive Collaborative LEAN Construction Software for the Enterprise or Single Organization offering all of these features. The innovate and exclusive Collaborative LEAN Construction Software for the Enterprise or Single Organization offering all of these features.

Lean Construction 75

Lean Construction Collaboration Building Information Modeling (BIM) Facility Management 75

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 21, 2016

Selecting a job order contracting consultant is important to the success of a Job Order Contract for Owners that are new to the concept, or who may wish to improve their existing program. First and foremost the Job Order Contracting Consultant must be Independent and Objective. Selecting a Job Order Contracting Consultant.

Contracts 40

Contracts Project Management Consulting Handover Project Management 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 2, 2022

How is industrialized construction changing how buildings are planned, designed, and built? . Industrialized construction leverages industrial engineering principles to optimize the entire building process from design to handover. Owners want to increase the standardization of their projects to drive consistency.

Modular Construction 98

Modular Construction Building Standards Controls Manufacturing Quality Control 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 11, 2022

Looking at the image (below) from a recent report from RICS, Digital twins from design to handover of constructed assets , you can see the foundational elements of the digital twin. In addition to reducing risk on a job site, digital twins can help facility managers identify potential risks for occupants and users. 2D information.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Handover Risk Management Project Management 98

iField Smart

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Construction projects generate a mountain of documentation – plans, specifications, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and more. It’s ideal for teams who need to access documents on construction sites. It also features tools for managing tenders and contracts. Managing this effectively is crucial for project success.

Project Management 105

Project Management Construction Management Cost Control Risk Management 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 1, 2023

(Some exceptions apply, of course, such as confirming contract documents.) When workers on site need critical information or clarification to move forward, they initiate an RFI. In both cases, the subcontractor works quickly to submit an RFI to the general contractor (GC), which begins a waiting game.

Building Automation 96

Building Automation Schedule Management Project Management Building Optimization 96

Building Radar

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Building a house is a significant investment that involves multiple steps, requiring careful planning and execution. It governs how professionals are compensated for their work and defines a clear structure of service phases, ensuring that each step of the construction process is planned, supervised, and carried out correctly.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Automation Building Design Project Management 52

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 5, 2017

Things Contractors Should Know About Job Order Contracts. As a construction contractor considering a Job Order Contract (JOC), it is critical to be aware that all JOCs are not the same. Here are a just a few things contractors should know about job order contracts. Will you earn a reasonable profit? Army and U.S.

Contracts 40

Contracts Project Management Consulting General Contracting Property Management 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

In fact, you typically won’t be able to release final retainage without it—effectively putting as much as 10% of your contract at stake. The right construction closeout plan, starting well before actual closeout, is essential to a seamless client handover. Your Project Closeout Plan Will Make or Break Your Project.

Closeout 52

Closeout Project Management Handover Risk Management 52

Building Information Management

MARCH 10, 2017

Not all Job Order Contracts (JOC) are not the same. Carefully review all of the Job Order Contract and all associated documents. The following is a listing of Job Order Contract Do’s and Don’ts. Make certain that the roles, responsibilities, tools, requirements and liabilities associated with the JOC are specified. Army and U.S.

Contracts 40

Contracts Project Management Consulting General Contracting Quality Assurance 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 9, 2024

By leveraging 3D models in the field, teams can walk the projects, and ensure constructability and maintainability without having to wait for a designer to be brought on site. Technology must drive efficient project planning, better coordination amongst the trades and design team, and reduce construction times."

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 138

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Building Automation Project Management 138

Jonas Construction

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The next step ensures that the planning begins properly. It sets the tone, context, expectations, and constraints on which you will expand in the next steps of your project planning. The construction plan lists the activities required and the timeframe for each phase of the construction process.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 8, 2024

It’s essential to address these aspects during project planning and include them in contracts to avoid confusion or disputes later. Legal and Contractual Obligations Builders’ cleanup responsibilities are often outlined in construction contracts.

Safety Regulations 52

Safety Regulations Material Handling Construction Equipment General Contracting 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 6, 2021

This £18m Merseytravel Depot Construction Contract (DCC) project included upgrading the existing Train Maintenance Depot (TMD) at Kirkdale, with stabling facilities, maintenance sheds, offices and a training simulator. One project for Merseytravel involved preparing the rail infrastructure for a new fleet of Stadler trains.

Project Management 52

Project Management Site Planning Construction Management Facility Management 52

LetsBuild

JULY 21, 2023

This means more than having a team of trained professionals; you must assign the right workers to the right tasks and ensure your site supervisors clearly understand the project’s quality expectations. Create a site inspection plan to check if it meets the project’s quality acceptance standards.

Quality Control 52

Quality Control Cost Control Quality Assurance Building Controls 52

LetsBuild

JULY 21, 2023

This means more than having a team of trained professionals; you must assign the right workers to the right tasks and ensure your site supervisors clearly understand the project’s quality expectations. Create a site inspection plan to check if it meets the project’s quality acceptance standards.

Quality Control 52

Quality Control Cost Control Quality Assurance Building Controls 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Synchronization is ensured among planning, construction and operation teams by mapping and analyzing various modes of information capture- drawings, photos or even text. He introduced the data flow in building life cycle management from planning to construction execution. Ariana Alvear. Project Manager, Boldt. San Francisco, CA.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 122

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Project Management Construction Management 122

In Eight

AUGUST 4, 2023

A new way to work Using construction project management software, field and office personnel can streamline the development of work packages and daily execution plans. This real-time field data flow allows project managers to track progress against plans and then connect that data with the front office to manage performance and risks.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Change Management Project Management Consulting 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Massive amounts of data are created from project inception to design, planning, building, closeout, operations and beyond. Use the product to improve coordination and drive efficiencies on-site. When it comes to the field, how do you ensure that your plans are executed without a hitch? The future of jobsites is here.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Schedule Management Change Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 31, 2022

And, given our multiple contract options, we provide various levels of digitally-enabled projects,” reflects Coral. Much like their project services, when it comes to innovation, the use of digital tools at PM Group spans the entire project lifecycle from design through to construction and handover of an asset.

Project Management 52

Project Management Change Management Lean Construction Quality Control 52

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

Prepared under Contract W912HZ-09-D-0003 (0761) under the supervision of. Under Contract W912HZ-09-D-0003 (0761). buildingSMART FM-10 Handover Model View Definition…………………………………… 42. Model View Definition. Hitchcock Consulting. March 2012.

HVAC Systems 40

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Design 40

Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2012

Prepared under Contract W912HZ-09-D-0003 (0761) under the supervision of. Under Contract W912HZ-09-D-0003 (0761). buildingSMART FM-10 Handover Model View Definition…………………………………… 42. Model View Definition. Hitchcock Consulting. March 2012.

HVAC Systems 40

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Design 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 4, 2022

An as-built plan offers four important benefits, like improving onboarding, assisting the facilities team, streamlining the permitting process, and improving the renovation process. Luckily, there’s a solution: To improve as-builts and boost productivity, nothing can beat the cloud to store project plans and updates. Field changes.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Building Permits Building Products Distribution 52

Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

The benefits include centralized and visual communication, early exploration of options, sustainability, efficient design, integration of disciplines, site control, as built documentation, etc.–effectively General Buildings Information Handover Guide. BIM Proj Exec Planning Guide. Process Map, Process Plan – BIM.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Materials Manufacturing Building Products Distribution 40

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2024

Material Supply Issues There is a list of issues when it comes to material supply at hotel sites. This pulls them away from their core competency, resulting in further cost and job site inefficiency. However, they can’t be left sitting around the site. This underscores the need for comprehensive security at construction sites.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Material Storage Material Handling Risk Management 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 14, 2025

The post Effective Construction Site Security: Safeguarding Projects and Residential Developments appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Securing a construction site involves far more than simply locking a gate. This is why a security plan designed specifically for the construction context is so crucial.

Site Planning 52

Site Planning Quality Control Cost Control Insurance Management 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 22, 2025

Whether its cluttered hallways, early material deliveries, or client furniture that hasnt been moved, disorganisation on-site can bring progress to a halt. Thats why many experienced builders now rely on practical off-site storage options like those offered by Henfield Storage in London to keep their projects running smoothly and on time.

Material Storage 52

Material Storage Material Handling Property Management Site Planning 52

Construction Daily News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Lastly, a Denver judge has granted over $74 million to a construction company that sued the owners of a Black Hawk casino and resort for breach of contract following a more than five-year legal struggle. These include speeding up planning approval, investing in R&D, and improving staff flexibility. Fixing won’t be easy.

Building Commissioning 52

Building Commissioning Approvals Quality Assurance Government Works 52