UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

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%. These happen when contractors fail to build according to construction documents.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

iField Smart

MARCH 17, 2024

Introduction Construction management entails coordinating and overseeing various project corners including planning, scheduling, risk reduction, collaboration, budgeting, and quality assurance. Source: gminsights ([link] Roadblocks observed with legacy construction management processes and tools.

Construction Management 98

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Real Estate Development 98

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 25, 2022

This process virtually assures the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects on time and on budget. Δ Four BT, LLC (4BT) – 4BT has experienced staff to assist any public sector organization in creating, improving, and managing any size or type of JOC Program.

Contracts 105

Contracts Lean Construction Project Management Consulting Quality Assurance 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 10, 2024

However, good quality data is an essential pre-requisite for those seeking to leverage historic project knowledge, improve risk management and make workforce productivity improvements. Organizations want to know for themselves what impact they could have and whether their outputs will match their own experience.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 130

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Risk Management Quality Assurance Schedule Management 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 13, 2023

As a main contractor working in a fragmented industry, SQUARE faces significant challenges when it comes to quality and cost management. With dispersed teams managing multiple projects and working from several locations, SQUARE needed to reduce the time spent producing quality reports and managing payment schedules.

Engineering 98

Engineering Cost Control Quality Control Schedule Management 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Everything you need to know about construction quality and how to manage it. Quality is what separates the good from the bad. Both in our lives and in our work, quality is the defining factor in how we evaluate and are evaluated by others. What Is Construction Quality? Key Takeaways.

Construction Management 97

Construction Management Quality Assurance Closeout Quality Control 97

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Job Order Contracting (JOC) has been distorted into a way to simply speed the procurement of repair, renovation, and new build construction, bypassing procurement rigors and doing little to assure mutually beneficial benefit to owners and design-builder or overall efficiency. Schedule a 15-minute introductory call , or visit www.4bt.us.

Contracts 105

Contracts Lean Construction Project Management Consulting Quality Assurance 105

iField Smart

MAY 21, 2024

Revolutionizing Construction Management: The Power of Construction Field Inspection Software. In the dynamic world of construction management, precision, efficiency, and safety are paramount. Inspectors must document observations, findings, and corrective actions manually, leading to delays in reporting and potential inaccuracies.

Inspection 105

Inspection Construction Management Risk Management Quality Assurance 105

OmTrak

APRIL 23, 2024

Data Centres are the backbone of the digital world, playing a critical role in enabling businesses to manage, process, and store vast amounts of data. These highly complex facilities require meticulous planning, operation, and management to ensure consistent, reliable, and secure services.

Building Code Compliance 79

Building Code Compliance Facility Management Schedule Management Fire Protection Systems 79

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Innovative solutions are reshaping the approach to building care, offering new tools and technologies that make these tasks more manageable. By adopting these modern techniques, you not only improve the quality of maintenance but also potentially save money. You might wonder if implementing these technologies will impact costs.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation HVAC System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

LetsBuild

MAY 19, 2023

Quality is an essential aspect of any construction project and must be a critical consideration from start to finish. The contractor must adhere to the project specifications while considering quality standards, such as ASTM, ANSI, ACI, and AWS. This is where construction quality management comes in.

Construction Management 94

Construction Management Quality Control Quality Assurance Inspection 94

Roads Online

APRIL 15, 2024

By using Integrated Project Management Systems’ software, project stakeholders can centralise communication around potential traffic management risks. Integrated Project Management Systems Founder and Managing Director Mustafa Smeida. Lee Vossen, Traffic Manager – Seymour Whyte Construction. Image: IPMS.

Schedule Management 105

Schedule Management Infrastructure Development Project Management Risk Management 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Over 220 of these integrations now work with Autodesk Build, our comprehensive field and project management solution. Project managers can add the alwaysAI Partner Card to their Autodesk Build Insights or BIM 360 Project Home dashboards for real-time insights into productivity, operations, and safety.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 118

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Code Compliance Project Management Building Permits 118

Wrench

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

With many design and construction companies these days looking to EDMS solutions to help them manage their data, it needs to be acknowledged that not all EDMS are created equal. In fact, you could think of engineering documents as living and evolving entities that must be continually updated, shared, tracked, and controlled.

Engineering 52

Engineering Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Risk Management 52

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 23, 2024

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. These details can negate the schedule and/or cost savings that prefabrication can offer.

Prefabrication 52

Prefabrication Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Field Wire

AUGUST 7, 2023

“Quality Assurance” and “Quality Control” are often times mistakenly used as interchangeable terms when discussing the broad issue of quality in construction; however, these two terms actually describe very different activities. RFIS Streamline your RFI process with Fieldwire Learn more → In construction, we have QC down.

Quality Assurance 98

Quality Assurance Quality Control Change Management Project Management 98

PC Construction

MAY 30, 2025

[link] In the ever-evolving world of construction and property development, the integration of advanced technology is revolutionizing how projects are managed and executed. This remarkable device is not just a gadget; it is a powerful tool that enhances efficiency, safety and quality assurance on jobsites.

Building Automation 79

Building Automation Safety Regulations Quality Assurance Energy Efficiency 79

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

How to Get Your Construction Documents Under Control Once and For All. In construction, this chaos seems to be the norm, especially when it comes to documents. In construction, this chaos seems to be the norm, especially when it comes to documents. What is Construction Document Control? Good question.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Building Controls Quality Control Change Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

How to Get Your Construction Documents Under Control Once and For All. In construction, this chaos seems to be the norm, especially when it comes to documents. In construction, this chaos seems to be the norm, especially when it comes to documents. What is Construction Document Control? Good question.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Building Controls Quality Control Change Management 52

Buildern

JUNE 13, 2025

If you’re in the construction industry and want to keep a closer eye on your company’s financial management to improve your bottom line, this guide is for you. Unlike traditional accounting, it has many moving parts and specific financial management needs. Here’s a quick overview of what you need to know.

General Contracting 52

General Contracting Construction Management Project Management Cost Control 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2022

Owners and clients expect a seamless handover, which is the key to efficient facility management and operations. As a quality assurance test, it starts in design and continues through operations. Much like shipbuilding, the process involves a series of documenting, scheduling, and testing processes.

Building Commissioning 84

Building Commissioning Handover Building Information Modeling (BIM) Renewable Energy Systems 84

Field Wire

APRIL 4, 2023

Since 2016, UK contractor Speller Metcalfe has used Fieldwire to manage quality assurance and snagging, as well as tracking progress and task reporting with their subcontractors. The company estimates they’ve saved £100.000 in rework using our construction management app. In the construction industry, efficiency is key.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Quality Assurance Schedule Management Insurance Management 52

OmTrak

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Manuals are essential documents that connect the construction phase to efficient building management, guiding the way for seamless operation and maintenance. We understand the vital role these manuals play in building management.

Building Code Compliance 85

Building Code Compliance Warranty Schedule Management Roofing Systems 85

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

However, budgets are limited, materials are expensive, design and construction schedules are constrained, and global supply chain logistics continue to apply pressure to projects. The greater the amount of customization to the system and the more constrained the project schedule, the greater the value design-assist can offer in reducing risk.

Wall Systems 104

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 12, 2022

Supporting housing developers to manage, maintain and upgrade their housing stock, Wierts support all aspects of asset management. . And for Frank, managing several collaborators across a variety of different trades – from roofing, plumbing and plasterers to painters and tilers – can be complex. A digital journey.

Maintenance 98

Maintenance Property Management Change Management Project Management 98

Building Radar

JULY 16, 2024

Effective management is crucial to ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. This article explores the fundamentals of construction management, its key components, and how it shapes the built environment. What is Construction Management?

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Code Compliance Quality Control Quality Assurance 52

iField Smart

MARCH 17, 2024

Introduction Construction management entails coordinating and overseeing various project corners including planning, scheduling, risk reduction, collaboration, budgeting, and quality assurance. Source: gminsights ([link] Roadblocks observed with legacy construction management processes and tools.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Real Estate Development 52

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 6, 2020

The integration of People, Process, Information, and Technology is the only proven pathway to the consistent delivery of quality projects on-time and on-budget. While implementation does require a certain amount of change management for most organizations, the process is far from complex.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 66

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Collaboration Lean Construction 66

Job Order Contracting

JULY 22, 2020

Adaptive Lean Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery tools and services are readily available to assure the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects on-time and on-budget.

Procurement 59

Procurement Lean Construction Property Management Quality Assurance 59

CCR Magazine

JULY 25, 2024

In the highly competitive and dynamic construction industry, the difference between a successful project and a failed one often comes down to effective management. Through such services, construction firms can deliver projects on time, as per the planned schedules, cost-effectively, and at the highest quality.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Quality Assurance Risk Management 52

Job Order Contracting

MAY 31, 2017

Roles and responsibilities of a job order contracting program manager are both diverse and key to overall success. Job Order Contracting Program Manager. Let’s take a look at the roles and responsibilities of a job order contracting program manager. Assure ongoing training for all JOC participants.

Contracts 40

Contracts Quality Assurance Project Management Consulting Property Management 40

Develop Coaching

MARCH 10, 2025

No Documented Processes : Without standard operating procedures (SOPs), employees rely on you to guide every step, creating dependency. To build a team capable of running your business without constant oversight, you must prioritise hiring leaders who can manage tasks independently. Monitor how well they manage these tasks.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Quality Control Building Performance Measurement Project Management 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

This is where construction planning software comes in, redefining how managers and planners tackle project complexities. Planners can foresee the demand for labor and materials, adjust orders accordingly, and schedule workforce deployment in alignment with project phases.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Schedule Management Site Planning Change Management 52

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The Benefits of Construction Project Portfolio Management 1 kcichowicz Thu, 09/26/2024 - 09:45 In project-driven organizations, high performance means delivering the right projects, on time and on budget. Maximize project success with project portfolio management, project controls and project management, all in one platform.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Schedule Management Cost Control 52

Wrench

MAY 16, 2023

Let’s start with the obvious; the digitally-enabled collaboration processes will improve cross-departmental communications while the robust software-powered reporting systems will improve operations and maintenance by providing managers with reliable and up-to-date operational information.

Project Management 52

Project Management Engineering Quality Control Schedule Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Over the past 3-4 years, he has elevated BIM to Building Information Management, playing a crucial role in implementing cloud solutions in major projects like Frauenklinik Bern, Inselspital BB12 and Gymnasium Neufeld. They trust her, and she advocates hard on their behalf. His impact on the team has been nothing short of exceptional.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 116

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Project Management Construction Management 116

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 24, 2023

With tools for automation, collaboration, and digital measurements, you can improve the efficiency and quality of your takeoffs and ultimately bids. Here are five qualities you need to prioritize in your selection process. This reduces research time, improves your confidence, and assures stakeholders you know what you’re doing.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Estimating Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance 98