CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

From discovering structure flaws to ensuring safety protocols, thermal imaging provides crucial insights in real time. Assess building envelope performance: Check the integrity of the entire structure’s thermal performance. Validate newly installed systems: Ensure new installations deliver their promised thermal protection.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation Fire Protection Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

Load Bearing Wall Assessment: Critical Safety Considerations Construction professionals frequently encounter projects requiring structural modifications. However, load bearing wall removal near me searches highlight homeowners’ growing awareness of structural complexities. Consent allows projects to proceed immediately.

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Structural Systems Cost Control Property Management 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

The post Timber Framing Design: Complete Guide to Traditional Structural Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. This extended timeline reflects the importance of getting every detail right before cutting begins, as timber frame structures demand precision that’s impossible to achieve through field modifications.

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Building Information Modeling (BIM) Structural Systems 52

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

Photo courtesy Tao Group Solutions Dynamic coefficient of friction (DCOF) Some film-forming coatings, such as epoxy and acrylic systems, can achieve a high gloss when burnished, creating a refined look to the floor. A large aggregate design style was selected for the second deck refined concrete floors at Cascada Portland. Ryan Stoltz, P.E.,

Building Performance Measurement 105

Building Performance Measurement Concrete Pouring Flooring Systems Painting/finishing 105

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Additionally, Emerald Insights stresses the importance of documenting all agreements and changes to maintain accountability. PMI recommends using structured communication channels to ensure consistent updates. Best Practices for Managing Stakeholder Expectations 1.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Stakeholder Engagement Communication 52

Granger Construction

APRIL 2, 2025

Granger is serving as the design-assist structural concrete contractor on this project, which involves some very unique architectural design elements that require innovative strategies and some highly technical concrete placement to ensure both structural integrity and design intent.

Concrete Pouring 77

Concrete Pouring Structural Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems 77

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

The post Light Steel Frame Systems: A Modern Solution for Sustainable Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. What Are Light Steel Frame Systems? Light steel frame systems are innovative construction methods that utilize thin sheets of steel, known as cold-formed steel, for building structures.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Sustainability Structural Systems Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 3, 2025

Four core strategies drive sustainability improvements: selecting renewable and recycled materials, implementing energy-efficient systems and renewable energy, adopting circular construction practices to reduce waste by up to 30%, and implementing water conservation methods. The core principle centres on resource conservation.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 19, 2025

It’s a process that involves assessing structural integrity, rethinking logistics, and keeping your workforce and clients informed. Floodwaters may hide trip hazards, contaminate materials, and destabilize structures. But what happens after the waters recede?

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Material Storage Site Planning Insurance Management 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 19, 2025

Job costing functionality is the life-blood of any construction accounting system. Integration capabilities create a smooth connection between field work and financial systems. Plan how information will move from old to new systems to ensure a clean transfer. The software must track project expenses accurately.

Structural Systems 59

Structural Systems Cost Control Electrical Systems Project Management 59

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 19, 2025

Job costing functionality is the life-blood of any construction accounting system. Integration capabilities create a smooth connection between field work and financial systems. Plan how information will move from old to new systems to ensure a clean transfer. The software must track project expenses accurately.

Structural Systems 52

Structural Systems Electrical Systems Building Codes Budgeting 52

Construction Daily News

JUNE 12, 2025

This information will then be visible in systems like Newforma Connect. The booklet can be created in PowerPoint as an editable document, so all participants can update it after review by the Senior BIM Engineer. Alternatively, use Microsoft Excel with links to folders in Autodesk Construction Cloud.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Building Products Distribution Ceiling Systems 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Establish an Effective Sales System A structured sales process helps ensure consistency among team members in your construction business and ownership. The high-impact sales enablement tools will include: CRM system: With CRM, it’s easy to track customer interactions, manage contacts, and manage project timelines.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Stakeholder Engagement Project Management Building Optimization 52

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Key Takeaways Start with a thorough inspection to identify any structural or safety issues. Heres how you can do it right: Check the Structure Look for cracks in the walls or ceilings. These might seem small but could point to bigger structural issues. Evaluate Plumbing and Electrical Systems Test all faucets and fixtures.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation Building Permits Painting/finishing Permits 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 2, 2025

Key Takeaways Precast concrete lintels provide essential structural support above windows and doors, distributing weight evenly across surrounding walls whilst offering exceptional durability with lifespans exceeding 50 years. What Are Precast Concrete Lintels?

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Products Distribution Building Performance Measurement 52

BDC Network

OCTOBER 15, 2024

This involves understanding energy sources, documenting fuel-burning equipment, identifying inefficiencies, prioritizing replacement timeframes, implementing energy-saving measures, planning for necessary upgrades or replacements, and facilitating the transition to renewable sources.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. These defects range from minor aesthetic issues like cracked tiles to serious structural problems that compromise safety.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 30, 2025

STV, which has provided a range of planning and design services for the Assembly Street Corridor program for more than 15 years, prepared grant documentation on behalf of the City of Columbia, ultimately securing the funds needed to move forward with a preferred alternative for the project which is expected to be decided later this winter.

Stakeholder Engagement 100

Stakeholder Engagement Project Management Building Design Facility Management 100

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The most frequent storm damages that occur consist of the following types: Lifted or missing shingles Water infiltration points Structural weakening Debris impact damage Gutter system damage All of these problems need dedicated attention through targeted maintenance procedures to stop them from turning into major concerns.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Environmental Impact Assessment Roofing Systems Structural Systems 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Planning is essential when building a structure, no matter how simple or complex. Find Your Team It might take a village to raise children, but it takes an entire construction management team to raise a structure. Hiring a team of experts who already have an established system streamlines the work for you. The construction team.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Project Management Construction Management Material Handling 52

iField Smart

JANUARY 21, 2025

Without a unified system to monitor resource availability, usage, and performance, project managers struggle to enhance resource use and manage project schedules. Document management: Large document volumes created through a construction project are unmanageable. This leads to time savings, accountability, and clarity.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The Current State of Construction Finance Construction firms are more often faced with the problem of being less productive, possibly with higher operating costs due to inefficient financial management systems. Milestone Payment Structure A milestone payment structure helps in cash flow management at every stage of the project.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Schedule Management Project Management Construction Equipment 52

Buildern

JULY 10, 2025

The project may also involve consultants who provide solutions to structural, environmental, legal, or geotechnical issues. The architect provides the builder with documents for him to start working on the estimate. The document may include: Foundation plan : It’s a detailed plan of how the building’s base structure will look.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Estimating Building Performance Measurement Project Management 52

Construction Marketing

MAY 20, 2025

The construction industry isn’t facing a temporary labor shortageit’s working through a structural reset. And without a system to attract, retain, and empower it, even the best-laid project plan won’t survive contact with the field. Because talent is your #1 resource. It’s a strategic one.

Construction Management 90

Construction Management Schedule Management Building Code Compliance Foundation Systems 90

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

Paper-based documentation systems create bottlenecks, whilst Excel spreadsheets fail to provide real-time updates across multiple teams. Safety compliance presents ongoing challenges without proper tracking systems. Incident documentation often relies on handwritten reports that can be lost or incomplete.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Cost Control Project Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

Document your specific requirements, including desired room sizes, functions, and special features. Phase 2: Design Development and Documentation (2-4 Months) Engaging Professionals Assemble your professional team based on project complexity. Start by clearly articulating what you hope to achieve with your extension.

Painting/finishing 52

Painting/finishing Electrical Wiring Installation Building Code Compliance Site Planning 52

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

This has shifted the discussion from general safety to a building’s functionality, serviceability, and operation after an event and moved the attention from being on the structure to the building’s occupants. Nonstructural elements—Components of a building not designed to contribute to its structural resistance.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

From drones that inspect hard-to-reach places to smart systems that predict equipment failure, the options available today are both fascinating and practical. Structural Integrity Assessment To ensure a building’s safety, examining its structural integrity is essential.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation HVAC System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

Buildern

JUNE 25, 2025

In simple words, a construction purchase order is a formal document used to authorize and track the purchase of materials, equipment, or services from a vendor. A well-managed PO reduces confusion, protects profit margins, and keeps procurement aligned with the construction schedule and cost structure.

Cost Control 40

Cost Control Approvals Schedule Management Structural Systems 40

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Babaian Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) In its most general form, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) consist of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board coated with a reinforced polymer-modified cementitious base coat and a polymer-based finish coat. By Alex Ardelean, Elizabeth V.

Prefabrication 52

Prefabrication Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Granger Construction

APRIL 15, 2025

For example, when Granger was hired in early 2022 as the design-assist structural concrete subcontractor for the new Gun Lake Casino Hotel, the team had no idea the impact these services would have on helping meet strict project requirements for the 16-story concrete structure.

Concrete Pouring 82

Concrete Pouring Project Management Electrical Systems General Contracting 82

PN - Project Management

JULY 21, 2025

Scope documents may be vague. Start with one document that explains the project in plain terms. Use one system where everyone logs updates, uploads files, and tracks progress. A field change that never gets documented. Clear, structured communication should never be left to chance. Share it with all key players.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Change Management Project Management Communication 52

Buildern

APRIL 20, 2025

Buildertrends estimating module lacks : Custom line item structures or grouped categories (e.g., There’s also no built-in system for issue escalation, RFIs, or formal document workflows, leaving gaps in accountability. It supports real-time collaboration without the clutter or technical barriers found in larger systems.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Cost Control Estimating Project Management 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

For construction companies that rely heavily on rented machinery, vehicles, and temporary structures, this meant a major recalibration of accounting practices. For many companies, the move to IFRS 16 was a wake-up call—a push to modernize systems, standardize documentation, and build more strategic finance departments.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Change Management Building Standards Construction Equipment 52

Contractors Liability Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The OCABR gives out statewide licenses, but Boston needs extra paperwork and permits for projects in some trades: General Contractors Need a Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License (CSL) to work on projects that affect structural elements. The city also checks in more often when you’re doing tricky structural work.

Permits 52

Permits Historic Preservation Building Permits Renewable Energy Systems 52

Construction Specifier

APRIL 27, 2025

Precast concrete is a desirable material for these buildings for a variety of reasons, whether used for walls, floors, and roof panels in a total precast structure or as an enclosure system. At these increased heights, total precast concrete structures become even more attractive in terms of cost savings and impact on delivery.

Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 64

UK Construction Blog

JULY 1, 2025

The Structural Story The outer leaf shields wind-driven rain, the inner supports floors and roofs, while the cavity collects moisture for release through weep-holes rather than your client’s wallpaper. Application Nuances Temperature, moisture content and mix ratio govern cell structure. each year for decades.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Piping Installation 52