The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

Closing down the project: Once the execution of the project is completed, the project team evaluates the team’s performance, documents related to the project are achieved, lessons learned form the experiences in the project is captured and celebrate the project’s completion.

Project Management 244

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.

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The Constructor

JANUARY 1, 2012

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Concrete 244

Concrete Foundation Materials Design 244

The Constructor

MARCH 23, 2012

If the core remains in this position then it must be designed explicitly for the torsion. However, this arrangement lacks the good torsional stiffness of the previous arrangements due to the eccentricity of the core. It is far preferable to adopt a symmetrical arrangement to avoid this.

Concrete 240

Concrete Foundation Structural Engineering Materials 240

The Constructor

AUGUST 10, 2012

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Concrete 230

Concrete Foundation Environment Materials 230

The Constructor

MARCH 21, 2012

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Concrete 235

Concrete Foundation Contract Materials 235

The Constructor

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

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The Constructor

AUGUST 7, 2012

Load bearing cladding panel: Load bearing panels are specified when the engineer decides that their use will produce the most economic structural solution. In this case, the panels are designed and detailed by the engineer. They are also load bearing panels.

Concrete 223

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The Constructor

MARCH 25, 2012

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Concrete 235

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The Constructor

MARCH 20, 2012

The required amount of cover will always be specified on the design drawings, but no time should the cover be less than the maximum size of aggregate plus 5mm. The second part is carried out by a surveyor, who will check the steel levels against the required levels from the design drawings.

Concrete 250

Concrete Foundation Materials Design 250

The Constructor

MARCH 27, 2012

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Concrete 240

Concrete Foundation Materials Design 240

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 17, 2018

The office, field team, engineers, project owners, subcontractors, and others need to be able to connect and collaborate in real time. If you already have a generic ERP, you’re probably aware of some of the common pitfalls of using software not designed specifically for the construction industry. Inadequate cost control.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 25, 2011

So, since the concrete strength is 99% at 28 days, its almost close to its final strength, thus we rely upon the results of compressive strength test after 28 days and use this strength as the base for our design and evaluation.

Concrete 250

Concrete Foundation Materials Design 250

The Constructor

MARCH 23, 2012

But to do this, the designer must understand fully the behaviour of the structure. Sometimes, especially where a dynamic analysis is required, it is the only method that can be used. However, in many cases, the problem can be simplified into several two-dimensional components, thus resulting the amount of work.

Concrete 235

Concrete Foundation Design Materials 235

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 22, 2020

Here’s just a brief list of JOC Program Manager’s duties for a real property owner: Plan, organize, coordinate and administer facilities design and complex construction engineering projects with various entities. Use Job Order Contracting (JOC) procedures, software and documentation.

Permits 153

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HardHatChat

JULY 27, 2020

Earlier this spring, I had the opportunity to talk with Restaurant Development + Design Magazine for an article on “How to Find the Perfect Construction Partner” that just published in the July/August issue. Doing so tells us they are as serious about the project as we are.

Commercial 240

Commercial Contractors Construction Bidding 240

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 10, 2024

We sat down with Mostafa Saber , BIM & Design Manager at Diamond Developers as he walked us through his career journey, the challenges he faces while modernising and his vision for the future of construction. Within five years, I exclusively used Autodesk’s Revit to deliver all my architectural designs.

BIM 119

BIM Management Design Autodesk 119

Construction Marketing

APRIL 11, 2023

This has obviously led to large-scale improvements in the way structures are designed and building materials are fabricated. Incorporate the Latest Project Management Software Computer-animated design (CAD) technology revolutionized design when it was introduced decades ago. It streamlines scheduling.

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Project Management Innovation Management Industrial 305

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 8, 2019

Green Building Council’s LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System Silver rating or a comparable rating system or building code as authorized in Section 3-602.1 of this article without requiring an independent certification that the buildings have achieved the required standards.”.

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Maryland Green Guidelines Certification 240

The Constructor

MARCH 19, 2012

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Concrete 235

Concrete Inspections Foundation Materials 235

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2018

Construction organizations are relying on modern software for accounting, field management, project management, bid management, design and more. Document Management & Markup — Users can mark up PDFs for easy communication and collaboration. These subpar solutions might improve productivity in some ways, but hinder it in others.

Viewpoint 221

Viewpoint Project Management Software Software 221

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 10, 2022

OpenBUILD(TM) is The ONLY Construction Integrated Project Delivery Solution with Locally Researched Cost Visibility with Program Management, Contract Management, Proposal/Bid/Estimate Management, Workorder Management , Project Management, Document Management, Team Management, Issues/Task Management, Workflow Management, and BIM integration.

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The Constructor

MARCH 18, 2012

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Concrete 235

Concrete Foundation Materials Design 235

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2022

1.40) for designated categories of work, such as 1.) Each individual job order will not be approved until the designated responsible, knowledgeable person other than the project manager has independently reviewed o the JOC contractor’s cost proposal. Prospective contractors submit a coefficient (generally 1.20-1.40)

Contractors 222

Contractors Contract Documentation Project Management 222

Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

3 Ways Lean Design Can Help Home Builders Recover Margins. Using a Lean design and construction approach, home builders can reduce waste and costs without sacrificing amenities or marketability of their produc. What Is Lean Design in Home Building? Lean Design is a tool builders all over the country use to reduce costs.

Design 98

Design Drawings Profitability Documentation 98

Jobsite with Procore

APRIL 7, 2022

That’s for architects and engineers, right? We just get the PDFs of the construction documents and make do.” I know what you’re thinking. It’s not for construction folks. Well, that’s how it was for many years. Things have changed, though, and more and more construction firms are making the move to simple 2D CAD systems.

CAD 98

CAD Design Construction Documentation 98

HardHatChat

MARCH 17, 2015

Interestingly enough, we have found owners for many of the commercial construction projects out-to-bid are looking to work with design-build construction firms. Englewood Construction is currently working on a design-build project for the renovation of Stratford Square mall in Bloomingdale, Ill. True partnership.

Design 120

Design Commercial Budgeting Budget 120

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. Enhanced owner and design-builder capabilities.

Contract 226

Contract Procurement Estimating Management 226

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

For starters, you’re dealing with an old structure without CAD files and limited documentation. Needless to say, trying to design, coordinate, and build in and around these conditions is an uphill battle. A better design and coordination workflow . Let’s go back to that project… .

Design 119

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 27, 2024

Bryce Munn Field Applications Engineer FARO Technologies Bryce Munn is a Field Applications Engineer (FAE) at FARO Technologies. Previously, Bryce held the role of Solutions Architect at GeoSLAM, contributing three years of expertise.

Profitability 156

Profitability Legal Mobility Office 156

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

GAO, 2009 The associated processes for developing a credible construction cost estimate are equally well documented. “Despite the fact that these basic characteristics have been published and known for decades, we find that many agencies still lack the ability to develop cost estimates that can satisfy them”. –

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Estimating Life Cycle CSI Construction 223

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 20, 2018

Having architects, engineers, project managers, suppliers and everyone else involved in a construction project work from the same model can result in significant cost savings. Doing so helps validate designs early on, prevent rework and streamline processes. Success stories like the LACCD indicate the potential of BIM adoption.

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The Constructor

MARCH 20, 2012

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Concrete Portland Foundation Materials 247

FDR Safety

JANUARY 31, 2018

FDRsafety has an approach to arc flash assessments designed to help you achieve those objectives. With the guidance of an experienced electrical engineer, FDRsafety has developed a unique approach to help our clients with arc flash assessments. These two- to three-day sessions are designed to fit the client’s schedule.

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OSHA Electrical Risk Employment 174

Job Order Contracting

MAY 4, 2023

Project Delivery Phase Transitions: Estimates should be tracked throughout the life of the project and assumptions and estimate information must be well documented, including changes and what is and what is not in the estimate. The documentation should be in a form that can be understood, checked and verified.

Estimating 202

Estimating Construction Risk Documentation 202

Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

The Native Americans who occupied the area known as Poverty Point in northern Louisiana more than 3,000 years ago long were highly skilled engineers capable of building massive earthen structures that have withstood the test of time. They really were incredible engineers with very sophisticated technical knowledge.”

Engineering 90

Engineering St. Louis Mississippi Site 90

BD+C

APRIL 1, 2020

Michael Sheerin, PE, CEO of TLC Engineering Solutions, chairs the ASHRAE Standard 170 committee, which covers the ventilation of healthcare facilities.

Documentation 103

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