Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In noisy work environments, protecting one’s hearing is paramount, but it should never come at the cost of situational awareness and effective communication. The headsets also feature a user-friendly answer button and rotary switch for convenient control of ambient sound volume and incoming communication.

Communication 258

Communication Cost Control Quality Control 258

iField Smart

JANUARY 6, 2025

Speaking of construction, quality is perhaps the most vital word associated with any successful construction project. If quality is low, it brings many issues such as delays, safety concerns and conflicting views amongst stakeholders. Although this is the case, quality control is one of the most common pain points in the industry.

Quality Assurance 59

Quality Assurance Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Quality Control Cost Control 59

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Affordable Housing Community: The Downs Located in the town center of The Downs —a 524-acre mixed-use community on the site of a former horse-racing track—the roughly 68,000-sf building will be wired for environmental controls and smart home functionality. The project will feature automatic doors in both the common areas and the apartments.

Building Controls 264

Building Controls Flooring Systems Quality Control Building Design 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Cost effective pump engineered to meet rigorous demands Erie, PA — Finish Thompson Inc. Additionally, they operate lube-free and offer variable speed control for easy adjustment of flow and pressure without complex controls.

Painting/finishing 203

Painting/finishing Material Handling Quality Control Cost Control 203

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. Costs: As the scope is likely to evolve and change across the design and construction phases, EPCM projects can expect additional engineering costs as work progresses.

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Project Management Consulting Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 246

iField Smart

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Maintaining quality, ensuring safety, and adhering to project timelines are constant challenges. Project managers may struggle to gain a clear understanding of inspection trends, identify recurring problems, or assess overall project quality. Regulatory Compliance: Ensures adherence to safety and quality standards.

Inspection 105

Inspection Risk Management Safety Regulations Project Management 105

Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 9, 2023

Persimmon is looking to retender subcontractor packages more regularly as it looks to “share the cost pressures in this new challenging environment.” ” The house building giant highlighted cost control measures in its latest results as sales continued to slump.

Cost Control 242

Cost Control Building Controls Quality Control Procurement 242

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

Manufacturing building components in a controlled environment results in enhanced quality control, cost savings, a schedule that is less adversely affected by weather conditions, minimized onsite waste, and the ability to schedule and sequence fabrication and delivery. Lastly, light commercial projects (i.e.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Building Materials Manufacturing Steel Fabrication Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 10, 2025

This option allows bulldozers shipped direct from the Liebherr factory to be pre-equipped with a Trimble Ready kit, streamlining onsite installation of the Trimble Earthworks grade control platform. By reducing both cost and complexity, this factory-installed option enhances efficiency for operators.

Quality Control 130

Quality Control Construction Machinery Cost Control Controls Manufacturing 130

Construction Enquirer

MAY 30, 2023

The result is a “high-quality building sympathetic to a prominent location marking the gateway between the city centre, the university and the Canning Street Conservation Area. “It doesn’t just offer proximity to the university campus, but is set alongside the Georgian and Greek revival architecture of the conservation area.

Project Management Consulting 207

Project Management Consulting Site Planning Quality Control Building Controls 207

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 3, 2023

. – InEight , a global leader in construction capital project management software, has announced new innovations that will help collaboratively resolve design issues early on to avoid re-work, and embed quality control in all construction activities to enable progressive review and turnover of complex, multi-discipline projects.

Collaboration 162

Collaboration Quality Control Handover Project Management 162

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

As demand for efficient water treatment solutions grows, water softening technologies are rapidly becoming essential for improving water quality, reducing scale buildup, and enhancing the performance of plumbing systems and appliances.

Plumbing Systems 130

Plumbing Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Electrical Systems 130

iField Smart

JANUARY 8, 2025

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.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 59

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Engineering Building Automation Building Optimization 59

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Cost Savings: Avoid costly penalties, medical expenses, and downtime. Economic Insight: Ladder-related fines range from $12,000 to $20,000, not including medical costs for injured workers. Lockout/Tagout (1910.147) Failure to control hazardous energy resulted in 2,443 violations in 2024 , often leading to severe injuries ( source ).

Inspection 115

Inspection Construction Equipment Cost Control Risk Management 115

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

This ensures that projects are completed efficiently, reducing costs and enhancing profitability. Budget Management and Cost Control Cost management is another critical aspect of an Assistant Construction Manager’s role. Skills Required for an Assistant Construction Manager 1.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Code Compliance Building Optimization Schedule Management 52

Rabbet

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

There are many different types of contracts , but two of the most common are cost-plus and guaranteed maximum price. Cost-Plus Contracts A cost-plus contract is an agreement where the owner pays the contractor for all actual costs incurred (materials, labor, equipment) plus an agreed-upon fee or percentage for profit and overhead.

Contracts 52

Contracts Real Estate Development Cost Control Quality Control 52

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Prefab, Modular Homebuilder Touts Energy and Cost Benefits qpurcell Wed, 10/04/2023 - 09:00 Dvele —a California-based manufacturer of prefab, modular homes—got started by bringing two building concepts together: high performance and factory construction. That high degree of factory completion helps ensure cost and quality control, Weiss says.

Building Resilience 264

Building Resilience Modular Construction Building Automation Flooring Systems 264

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2025

The worlds most accessible, affordable machine control solution is now available for contractors looking to digitalize their earthmoving operations and its 2D. The innovative solution is designed to make precision excavation easy to use and open to everyone, as well as providing a future-proof first step on the journey to 3D machine control.

Quality Control 52

Quality Control Cost Control Construction Equipment Budgeting 52

Roads Online

MARCH 20, 2025

Civil construction projects are becoming more complex, with demands for sustainability, cost-efficiency, and innovative solutions at an all-time high. Geosynthetics are uniquely designed to deliver varying functions such as soil and slope stabilisation, reinforcement, separation, filtration, drainage and erosion control.

Controls Manufacturing 66

Controls Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing Wall Systems Quality Control 66

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Alpha Testing, a UES company, was chosen by the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) to provide quality control/construction materials testing services to multiple project teams. The primary goals of the Project were to improve water quality while providing multiple benefits. Bois d’Arc Lake will span 16,641 acres.

Engineering 246

Engineering Historic Preservation Structural Systems Material Storage 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 10, 2025

Operators can utilize the same system for both surveying and machine control, moving it effortlessly between machines and jobsites. Core technologies in positioning, modeling and data analytics connect the digital and physical worlds to improve our customers’ productivity, quality, safety, transparency and sustainability.

Building Products Distribution 130

Building Products Distribution Surveying Quality Control Building Design 130

CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

These pre-assembled, self-contained units improve production by reducing installation time, improving quality control, and enhancing operational flexibility. Process skids are typically built off-site in controlled environments, ensuring high-quality assembly and minimizing potential errors.

Controls Manufacturing 52

Controls Manufacturing Quality Control Modular Construction Cost Control 52

In Eight

DECEMBER 11, 2024

At Sundt, the growing complexity and diversity of its capital construction efforts and a greater need for incoming craft talent sparked project delays and added costs. THEBENEFITS An organization-wide InEight adoption standardized Sundt’s document control processes across projects and divisions.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Quality Control Building Controls Modular Construction 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 8, 2024

LED lighting not only boasts extended longevity but also offers superior light quality while consuming less power. This translates to increased public safety as well as reduced maintenance and power costs. DRMP has offered Traffic Services since the 1980s.

Project Management Consulting 278

Project Management Consulting Structural Systems Electrical Systems Schedule Management 278

Stonemark

JANUARY 22, 2025

Los Angeles January 22, 2025 MGAC , a global project and cost management consultancy, is pleased to announce the December 31, 2024 acquisition of Stonemark Construction Management, a leading full-service construction management firm for high-end residences and luxury home projects.

Construction Management 98

Construction Management Project Management Consulting Project Management Risk Management 98

Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

This proactive approach prevented misunderstandings, minimized delays, and reduced costs by ensuring that everyone stayed on the same page throughout the project.​ By establishing a process for handling change orders collaboratively, Directors and the GC can control the impact of changes on the project’s timeline, budget, and quality.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Risk Management Schedule Management Quality Control 52

The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The overall SFR and BTR sector has seen a slowdown as rising interest rates and persistent construction costs hindered housing development,” says Doug Faron, cofounder and managing partner of Shoreham Capital. And in addition to home-quality features, SFR and BTR can provide amenities normally reserved for apartment dwellers.

Real Estate Development 279

Real Estate Development Property Management Building Optimization Cost Control 279

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Construction Automation In my first job with a large-volume home builder, I saw firsthand the value of making as much of the house—wall panels, roof trusses, floor systems, stairs, millwork, and other components—as possible in a factory-controlled setting and delivering them to the jobsite on a just-in-time schedule.

Building Automation 204

Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing Site Planning Controls Manufacturing 204

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 15, 2024

Is it more cost conscious to purchase it given the length of time that the equipment is needed? Can equipment ownership translate into cost savings when the scaffolding serves multiple projects over several months? With a long pipeline of work on the horizon, purchasing material can cut down on costs for several years.

Construction Equipment 263

Construction Equipment Building Materials Cost Control Project Management 263

CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced the launch of the NSW8000 Series Wireless Network Sensor for Metasys building automation systems (BAS) and FX series programmable controllers.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Building Controls Cost Control HVAC Systems 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2024

Polygon , one of the largest global Property Damage Control and Temporary Climate Solutions providers, is pleased to announce they have partnered with WINT Water Intelligence , a leader in cutting-edge water management and risk mitigation solutions, to add real-time leak detection and auto shut-off water supply technology to their portfolio.

Insurance Management 52

Insurance Management Risk Management Controls Manufacturing Building Controls 52

Buildern

JUNE 2, 2025

Both platforms aim to simplify how teams estimate costs, manage schedules, and stay on top of daily operations. Wunderbuild: Feature Comparison Overview What Makes Buildern and Wunderbuild Different Cost Estimation and Budget Management: Which Tool Wins? Cost Estimation and Budget Management: Which Tool Wins?

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Schedule Management Change Management Project Management 52

Construction Today

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Facility Grid, a leader in cloud-based Commissioning (Cx) and Quality Control solutions, has announced significant enhancements to its Operational Readiness Platform, aiming to streamline construction projects and eliminate costly delays.

Facility Management 52

Facility Management Project Management Construction Management Building Commissioning 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 14, 2025

Vulcan, a division of ITW Food Equipment Group and a best-in-class supplier of top-quality, energy efficient equipment, is pleased to introduce its new ChefsCombi combi oven an innovative addition to its highly-reputable product offering that is powerful, intuitive and customizable. We are thrilled to introduce the ChefsCombi to the market.

Quality Control 52

Quality Control Quality Assurance Energy Efficiency Cost Control 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

This integration minimizes risks, optimizes costs, and enhances project efficiency. This eliminates the common disputes that arise between architects and contractors in traditional models, where design feasibility conflicts can delay progress and inflate costs.

Building Design 52

Building Design Building Permits Quality Control Cost Control 52

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

LinkedIn points out that identifying risks early can save time and costs. Quality Control and Continuous Improvement Maintaining high-quality standards throughout the project lifecycle is essential for business success.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Risk Management Building Automation 52

Wrench

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In this series we’ll be leveraging our experience of consulting with EPC organizations around the world, and with project control teams, to dispel some of the most popular myths. That reluctance, in many cases, stems from widely held misconceptions and myths about AI in the context of EPC project management.

Project Management 52

Project Management Cost Control Schedule Management Structural Systems 52