Construction Business Owner

JULY 3, 2024

Tunneling Through Time ccapoccia Wed, 07/03/2024 - 16:41 Infrastructure design and features are key to growing communities and cities, driving economies and forming neighborhood identities.

Regulation 358

Regulation Infrastructure Environment Design 358

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 1, 2022

Creating an efficient FM ecosystem is critical to fostering owner and design/builder alignment. Common Data Environment. The post Creating an Efficient FM Ecosystem – Key to Owner/Design-builder Alignment appeared first on 4BT. Make critical physical infrastructure improvements that. benefit generations to come.

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Design CSI Procurement Organization 260

Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 21, 2022

They’re structurally sound and designed to withstand harsh weather conditions. Planning and designing are the most challenging stages when building a shipping container home. To help you on your goal, here’s a comprehensive guide to creating an efficient floor plan and design using shipping containers: 1. Do you love cooking?

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Plans Design Budgeting Budget 291

The Constructor

OCTOBER 30, 2022

The design of a structure is a vital and high-stakes process. An engineer must also consider the structure’s environment and how it will interact with other structures nearby. The post What are the considerations an engineer must keep in mind when designing a new structure? appeared first on The Constructor.

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Engineering Design Environment 245

Job Order Contracting

MAY 18, 2022

The above provides a foundation to allow a real property owner and their design-builders to efficiently manage their ongoing repair, renovation, sustainability, maintenance, and new build projects. The post Integrated LEAN Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery for Owners and Design-Builders appeared first on 4BT.

Procurement 264

Procurement Plans Design Construction 264

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2021

The New Preconstruction Advantage: Connected Quantification & Model Coordination in a Common Data Environment. Each milestone or phase — from design to plan to build — requires many data handover cycles, increasing opportunities for rework. Perform 2D/3D takeoffs & BIM coordination in a single software solution. Greg Ragsdale.

Modeling 234

Modeling Environment Autodesk BIM 234

BD+C

MAY 6, 2024

The benefits of biophilic design in the built environment 0 qpurcell Mon, 05/06/2024 - 10:30 Biophilic Design Biophilic design in the built environment supports the health and wellbeing of individuals, as they spend most of their time indoors. Cordilleras Health System Replacement project, Redwood City, Calif.

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Environment Design Los Angeles Washington 108

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 29, 2024

Your Handbook for Easy Wheel Loader Selection ccapoccia Thu, 08/29/2024 - 11:09 Wheel loaders are versatile, powerful machines known for their robust design and efficiency on jobsites. But how do you decide which loader features are best for you and your specific needs?

Environment 358

Environment Safety Materials Design 358

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 31, 2021

It will come as no surprise that integrating theses elements and all participants on an early and ongoing basis, within a transparent, common information sharing environment, has alone proven capable of consistent delivery of 80%-90% of ALL repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds on-time, on-budget, and to everyone’s satisfaction.

Procurement 264

Procurement Design Plans Renovating 264

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Combining a single source of truth with a robust and integrated Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Framework can reduced costs by 30%-40% as well as reduce risk for design builders. Why 4BTs Data Structure Excels Eliminates Guesswork: Removes reliance on error prone location and economic adjustment factors.

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CSI Construction Procurement Organization 195

Construction Marketing

MARCH 28, 2025

With the right design tricks and organization strategies, you can make your home feel larger, more open, and more functional. Even in well-planned corner block house designs , maximizing every inch of space is essential for a comfortable and stylish living environment.

Organization 156

Organization IDEA Zoning Renovating 156

The Constructor

OCTOBER 30, 2022

The design of a structure is a vital and high-stakes process. An engineer must also consider the structure’s environment and how it will interact with other structures nearby. The post Considerations for Engineer when Designing a New Structure appeared first on The Constructor.

Engineering 162

Engineering Design Environment 162

Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In the world of commercial building design, the choice of materials plays a crucial role in shaping both the aesthetics and efficiency of the final structure. They are easy to install and maintain, with their incredible flexibility making them a strong choice for a wide array of architectural design concepts.

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Commercial Materials Design Visualization 187

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Of these, only LEAN Job Order Contracting provides a robust framework that integrates internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery teams within a common data environment inclusive of actionable cost visibility, defined workflows, and quantitative metrics. Design Structure Matrix (DSM). Design Workshop or Big Room.

Construction 264

Construction Visualization Schedule Contract 264

Wolgast Corporation

OCTOBER 28, 2024

As a Design-Builder , we take on the role of advocate for our clients and put ourselves in their shoes while carefully making design and construction decisions. We are currently working on a building for Chippewa Nature Center that our Architect, Neil Frank, resourcefully designed using materials that would save time and money.

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Commercial Materials Resource US 124

Construction Marketing

JUNE 13, 2022

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is a certification that aids in improving building performance and reduces the impact on the environment. It provides guidelines to create an efficient and sustainable built environment that encourages market competitiveness and public health improvement. Sustainable Sites.

Certification 156

Certification Design Environment Sustainability 156

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Sustainability: Designing tools that consume less power while maintaining or improving performance, and how these developments benefit the environment. Battery Technology: Advancements in battery technology leading to longer run times, faster charging, and overall better performance for cordless tools.

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Sustainability Maryland Massachusetts Concrete 229

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 14, 2022

Design and build costs represent only a fraction of the total cost of a building. Life-safety, financial stability, environmental impact, and the ability to support the organizational mission are all dependent upon efficient life-cycle management of the built environment. Request the full list here.

Life Cycle 264

Life Cycle Environment Renovating Safety 264

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

But, design and construction costs only account for about 10-20% of a building’s total lifecycle cost. One way to solve this issue is through the use of a common data environment (CDE). It also enables owners to consolidate data into a single environment that can be leveraged throughout the project lifecycle.

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Environment Documentation Autodesk Profitability 116

The Constructor

JUNE 25, 2023

When designing and constructing buildings, virtual reality technology is revolutionizing the industry. This technology has enabled architects and designers to take their craft to a whole new level – allowing them to create complex structures that were impossible before.

Architecture 147

Architecture Design Environment Industrial 147

The Constructor

AUGUST 25, 2022

Pool tiles are special tiles designed and manufactured to meet the durability, aesthetic, and maintenance requirements of wet outdoor environments. They not only improve the beauty of the pool but also affect its safety, durability, and maintenance requirements.

Construction 264

Construction Maine Environment Safety 264

Job Order Contracting

MAY 14, 2020

For example, the OpenBUILD Solution (TM) supports LEAN procedures and components associated with conceptualizing, designing, budgeting, and building. An environment in which projects are organized and put together in a way that results in more on-time, on-budget outcomes.

Construction 264

Construction Budgeting Budget Procurement 264

Job Order Contracting

JULY 18, 2021

A LEAN Facilities Repair and Renovation approach drives optimal capital reinvestment outcomes via a collaborative environment and transparent costing. While each of the numerous repair, renovation, and new builds may be unique, all are optimally execute within a common process and common data environment. Learn more?

Renovating 264

Renovating Life Cycle Environment Organization 264

BD+C

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Trends in scientific research environments: Q&A with Flad's Matt McCord 0 dbarista Wed, 10/02/2024 - 13:54 Laboratories As part of an ongoing series, Matt McCord, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, Associate Principal with Flad Architects, discusses the future of the scientific workplace. Q: How does that impact design? This can be a challenge.

Environment 98

Environment AIA Plans Idaho 98

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 19, 2021

Every other factor… collaboration, information environment, team members, quality, project delivery method, materials, equipment, environment… impacts time. What is the most critical factor in facilities management and sector?

Management 264

Management Procurement Environment Life Cycle 264

BD+C

MAY 2, 2024

Emerging considerations in inclusive design 0 qpurcell Thu, 05/02/2024 - 08:39 Architects Design elements that consider a diverse population of users make lives better. Airports Healthcare Facilities Hospital Design Trends Designers Architects Design elements that consider a diverse population of users make lives better.

Design 105

Design Environment Innovation Visualization 105

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Efficient management of the built environment is critical to the environment, economy, and our overall well being. Owner and design-builder planning, procurement, and project delivery teams MUST work together within a common information environment and share clearly defined, mutually beneficial goals.

Procurement 263

Procurement Construction Environment Renovating 263

The Constructor

JUNE 18, 2023

Green roofs and living walls are two of the latest sustainable design and architecture trends. These two concepts have revolutionized how we think about urban environments, providing a more holistic and ecological approach to making cities more livable and sustainable.

Green 246

Green Sustainability Architecture Environment 246

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Alignment between built environment buildings, systems, and components with the organizational mission is clearly needed to manage associate lifecycle aspects and ensure built environment availability from a functional perspective.

Life Cycle 162

Life Cycle Management Equipment Environment 162

Job Order Contracting

MAY 2, 2022

Early and ongoing involvement of owners / designers / contractors /. Share information among partnering participants within a common data environment, inclusive of locally researched detailed line-item unit costs. subcontractors. Clear contracting language with written operations manuals / execution guides.

Construction 263

Construction Procurement Environment Contract 263

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Demolition/Reuse Construction and building management activities have a major effect on the environment, human health and the economy in general. Definition of planning, procurement, and project delivery execution methods and teams; 4. Construction 5. Use, operation and maintenance of the building; and 6.

Sustainability 246

Sustainability Management Life Cycle Procurement 246

The Constructor

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

These projectsranging from subsea tunnels to underwater hotelsdemand innovative solutions for working in environments where human capabilities are severely limited. Underwater construction represents one of the most challenging frontiers in engineering, combining extreme environmental conditions with complex technical requirements.

Construction 130

Construction Innovation Infrastructure Environment 130

The Korte Company

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The Korte Company was awarded a Design-Build project by the Highland C.U.S.D. #5 The 8,753-square-foot renovation project is the first Design-Build school project for The Korte Company in Illinois and comes on the heels of the passage of Public Act 103-491 (aka the Municipal Design-Build Authorization Act).

Illinois 52

Illinois Design Renovating Safety 52

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 9, 2023

Cost savings of 30%-40% are possible local market requirements are known and shared by owners, design-builders, and others in a collaborative manner with a focus upon mutually beneficial best value outcomes. Commit to and support a collaborative work environment among internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery teams.

Products 246

Products Management Environment Procurement 246

BD+C

JUNE 10, 2024

5 hidden benefits of mass timber design 0 qpurcell Mon, 06/10/2024 - 12:05 Mass Timber Mass timber is a materials and design approach that holds immense potential to transform the future of the commercial building industry, as well as our environment. This can be done multiple ways: gluing, nailing, or doweling.

Design 111

Design Environment Safety Materials 111

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 27, 2022

Request a joint site visit to enable the development of detailed SOW and to provide sufficient information for the design builder to develop a detailed line-item proposals. Owners should continuously seek design/builder and building user input to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the ordering process. statement of work (SOW).

Contract 260

Contract Management Procurement Life Cycle 260

HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Traditionally, GCs are brought into projects after the design is completed, but involving them earlier offers significant advantages that reduce risks and increase efficiency. Early Engagement for Improved Decision-Making Engaging GCs early provides Directors with critical insights that enhance the project’s overall design and feasibility.

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Risk Commercial Budgeting Budget 156