Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2018

CFMA’s 2018 Annual Conference & Exhibition, held June 23-27 in Miami Beach brought members from CFMA chapters across North America together for five days of valuable educational and networking opportunities. Leading Industry Education and Initiatives. For me, CFMA’s annual conference is one of the highlights of the year.

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CFMA Conference Viewpoint Education 173

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 30, 2014

” Similar to LEED certification for buildings, emerging sustainability initiatives for roads are just beginning to pick up speed across the nation and there is no current widely accepted standard or practice for rating green roads. This score translates to one of four certification levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold and Evergreen.

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Roads Green Sustainability Certification 120

HardHatChat

AUGUST 19, 2015

With back-to-school season here, it’s exciting to think about students heading off to pursue a degree or certificate in a construction field. Many prepare for a commercial construction career with a formal education, whether it’s a college degree in construction management, engineering or architecture, or a related field.

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Commercial Contractors Construction Certification 120

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 20, 2018

Educate the operators. The equipment will function for a longer time if the person working with it has the right education. It will be a good idea if you ask for any certification before you hire them for the job. It will also educate you on the weight of the machine and the maximum amount of luggage it can accommodate.

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Equipment Education Safety Injury 125

Stok

JULY 15, 2020

Here, we’ll dive into the new WELL Health-Safety Rating and LEED Safety First pilot credits —along with a nod to Arc’s Re-Entry tool —to help familiarize project practitioners with their rating system-aligned options for building re-entry and the post-pandemic built environment. Who should care? A quick primer. WELL Health-Safety Rating.

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Safety Certification Guidelines Organization 105

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 12, 2016

initial and ongoing training, certification, support for all participants, and 4.) In fact, multiple audits have clearly demonstrated issues with improperly developed and implemented JOC Programs which have resulted in poorly implemented procedures, inability to attain expected benefits, and even created an environment for potential fraud.

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Contract Certification Estimating Budgeting 100

Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Why the Industry Should Educate Consumers on Health and Wellness. Forbes argues the focus on health is not new, but there remains a large disconnect between Americans and how their built environment affects their health. cbroderick. Tue, 02/16/2021 - 09:27. This finding is according to GlobalScan’s 2020 study across 27 markets.

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Education Industrial Environment Inspections 52

Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 18, 2015

“Professionally, I learned early in my career from people who applied the concept of stewardship to everything they do – whether it’s volunteer leadership, politics, the environment or industry.”. Leave it in a better way than you found it.”. While nearly a 1,000 buildings are Green Globes certified in the U.S.

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Green Consulting Organization Environment 120

Building Radar

JULY 17, 2024

These events offer a wealth of education and training opportunities, providing professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their careers. Discover more about maximizing your construction education on LinkedIn. For more insights on construction education, visit Highways Today.

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Education Industrial Conference Construction 52

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 9, 2017

Here are a few lessons learned with respect to improving construction productivity, and overall life-cycle management of the built environment. Continuous education, improvement, and collaboration drive better outcomes. Ongoing Annual Training/Certification. That said, data is meaningless if not interpreted and applied properly.

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Contract Products Life Cycle Procurement 100

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

LEADERSHIP with respect to CHANGE MANAGEMENT, and overall physical asset total-cost-of-ownership management competency are the most important requirements to achieving efficient life-cycle management of the built environment. Ongoing Training, Education, & Certification. Mutual Trust/Respect. Auditable Processes. Compliance.

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Risk Life Cycle Construction Certification 100

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 7, 2015

Construction Americas: This event, put on by the Construction Marketing Association and Florida International University will help construction professionals to better understand the construction environment throughout North, Central, and South Americas. We Will Seek Certifications. Construction Marketing Marketing Resolutions'

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Construction Certification Mobility America 120

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 15, 2018

Vicki Worden, president & CEO of GBI is making clear, “We’re excited to work collaboratively with other organizations on education to advance new concepts and best practices that are included in the revision.”.

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Green Life Cycle Certification Materials 136

BD+C

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Today, over 4,300 K-12 magnet schools educate more than 3.5 Feature flexible, engaging learning environments Magnet school buildings must support the unique nuances of their programs, providing opportunities for the theme to thrive and attract students from across the school district. Design Strategies for K-12 Magnet Schools 1.

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Design Education AIA Raleigh 91

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Environmental Protection Agency, the average person spends about 90% of their lifetime inside a built environment. As a multi-disciplinary firm, we strive to design environments that positively impact on the health, safety, and welfare of all users, especially our younger clientele in the K-12 market sector.

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Materials Products Green Environment 98

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 26, 2014

Much has changed, but much has remained the same, in the arena of green building law mandates since March 18,2002, when the city of Normal, Illinois enacted Ordinance 4825, the first ever mandatory green building law, requiring LEED certification in the Central Business District for public or private new construction of over 7,500 square feet.

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Guidelines Green Minnesota Sustainability 120

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 25, 2017

Training – introductory, advanced, certification, location, frequency. BIM, LEAN Construction, and a Common Data Environment (CDE). The What, Why and How of Job Order Contracting (JOC) – CEFPI Educational Brief. Small business/minority business goals. Reporting requirements. Overall JOC programs goals. JOC Technology.

Contract 100

Contract Life Cycle BIM Procurement 100

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 30, 2018

Common terms, definitions, & data formats — Common data environment (CDE). Promoting awareness and education with respect to LEAN O&M best management practices would drive significantly improved outcomes. EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND SUPPORT SERVICES. Clearly defined and documented roles, responsibilities, workflows.

Life Cycle 100

Life Cycle Management Construction Education 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 16, 2022

I consider myself lucky to work with the amazing educators on Autodesk’s eLearning & Digital Services team for our construction software. According to product education research , 66% of product users (i.e. That’s where curated learning paths and continuous education can really make a difference. Why is that important?

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Autodesk Education Software Software 98

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 29, 2017

Common terms, definitions, & data formats — Common data environment (CDE). Promoting awareness and education of LEAN O&M best management practices leads to improved outcomes. EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND SUPPORT SERVICES. Clearly defined and documented roles, responsibilities, workflows.

Life Cycle 100

Life Cycle Education Management Plans 100

Fieldwire

AUGUST 2, 2023

Sustainability: As consumer attitudes about the environment change for the better, transitioning to more eco-friendly technologies will help your business resonate with the next generation of homeowners. Foster an ongoing learning environment You should foster a supportive ongoing learning environment.

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Management Certification Construction Education 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 4, 2020

Recent developments in virtual reality (VR) technology allow for the visualization of unbuilt information as full-scale occupiable environments, providing previously unavailable insight to designers, clients, and other stakeholders. The design team used dedicated software to translate the BIM model into a VR-friendly environment.

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Sustainability Design Visualization Modeling 52

Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

However, the industry is exposed to many risks that can significantly impair operations, the environment, and the safety of people. Consequently, risk management is crucial to identify and mitigate damages while guaranteeing the safety of workers, the general public, and the environment.

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Risk Management Safety Accidents 91

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

There are dozens of boxes to check and considerations to be made when designing and specifying a commercial environment. Acoustics In education, healthcare, or workplace settings, acoustics play an important role. Made to last Another benefit of hybrid carpet is its proven durability, even in demanding, high-traffic environments.

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Environment Education Accidents Products 59

Stok

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

While each initiative is helping the industry make strides to combat dangerous toxins in the built environment, it’s difficult for design professionals and building owners to know how to best utilize them, making it a challenge to set healthy materials goals. Educate owners to get buy-in. Highlights & Key Ideas. A table on p.98

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Materials AIA Certification Sustainability 65

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JUNE 22, 2016

Here’s the good news: most of the states (and the federal government) got the memo (Workforce Training is Job One) and they are moving aggressively to put in place innovative and highly effective workforce training programs that put forward-thinking businesses and higher education resources on the same team. VIRGINIA’S TRADITION OF TRAINING.

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Engineering Oklahoma North Carolina Virginia 75

Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

“Our move to Downtown Columbia will provide a live-work-play environment for employees, accommodate future growth and allow our company to be part of the area’s exciting transformation.”. Tenable’s expansion reflects the state’s burgeoning cyber security industry. Relocating or Expanding Your Business In Maryland.

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Maryland Security Office Revit 73

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

While most companies prefer the lower cost of an open workspace environment, there is a need for smaller designated areas for very different, specific tasks. 2,3 Simultaneously, persistent discomfort of an unpleasant environment can cause decreased morale and job satisfaction or poor academic performance.

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IIC Consulting Environment Products 64

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JUNE 19, 2014

states have launched site certification programs with the goal of helping communities prepare available sites for investment and expansion. The latest designation happened in April, when the Fairhope Airport Industrial Park in Baldwin County received the AdvantageSite certification. SPOKANE COUNTY, WA: REGIONAL SITE CERTIFICATION.

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Site Wisconsin Georgia Certification 66

Business Facilities

JULY 24, 2019

Bill Lee has cited TN’s business-friendly environment in several recent project announcements. This expansion in Jackson underscores the ripe environment for job creation and investment we’ve fostered here in Tennessee,” Rolfe said at the project announcement. military and business—will rule the cyber sector tomorrow.

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North Carolina San Antonio Louisiana Tennessee 111

Pro Builder

APRIL 29, 2023

New homes also have benefited from code requirements that reduce energy use and improve indoor environments. Stacy Kuiper Hunt is principal and co-founder of Confluence Communications , a leading energy and climate-focused education and communications firm. How Are Home Builders Responding? Have ideas? They need them.

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Remodeling Residential America Housing 98

BD+C

MAY 25, 2023

K-12 Schools School Construction Architects Daylighting Daylighting Designs Energy Efficiency Energy-Efficient Design Projects Sustainability Less than a year after its opening last September, The AIA has recognized the new Boston Arts Academy with an Education Facility Design Award for its state-of-the-art learning environment.

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Education Boston Environment Sustainability 52

Building Information Management

OCTOBER 26, 2012

1: Building Innovation 2013 is delivered by the National Institute of Building Sciences – an authoritative source of innovative solutions for the built environment. Find out how designing for persons with low vision can create environments that are more universally user-friendly for everyone.

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Innovation Washington BIM Conference 53

Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

At the same time, the built environment must adapt to the impacts of an already-changing climate by optimizing the resiliency of structural systems. 1 Average global temperatures are now approaching 1.5 F) above preindustrial levels, and 2023 was the hottest year on record. 3 With the world expected to add about 241 billion m 2 (2.6

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Concrete Sustainability Construction Miami 105

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

Raising the bar and evidence-based design goals Evidence-Based Design (EBD) in the built environment involves making product and design decisions based on credible research to achieve optimal outcomes. ® Products with this mark are proven to reduce exposure to triggers and allergens and contribute to a healthier indoor environment.

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Design Certification Environment Injury 59

Building Information Management

JUNE 27, 2016

. …at the end of the day the single issue of importance is whether or not Owners, Architects, Engineers, Contractors, Consultants, and Oversight Groups have the basic skills and/or competency required to efficiently manage the life-cycle of the built environment.

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Life Cycle Modeling Roads Management 40

Natural Building

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Some ecovillages also run educational programs for residents and visitors. Through their education program called Thrive, EcoVillage hosts internships, webinars, and on-site workshops on foraging, farming, green building, communal living, and more. You can watch a video about EcoVillage at www.youtube.com.

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San Francisco Green Sustainability Housing 98