Lets Build

APRIL 20, 2020

Construction schedule delays are a common problem within the industry and for a very good reason. It quickly becomes clear that there is plenty of room for improvement in the way the sector designs, communicates and eventually builds. Reputation damage for the parties involved. Go digital with your progress reporting.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 28, 2020

Inside Central Civil Construction's Design-Assist Strategy. Exploring the project delivery method one civil contractor, Central Civil Construction, has used to optimize its project schedules and keep its jobsites running efficiently and profitably. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 01/28/2020 - 10:06.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

Owners and design teams are not protected by todays inadequate and vague polished concrete specifications. From floors failing before substantial completion to skyrocketing change orders for never-ending densifier applications to the billions lost through delayed schedules, legal disputes, and contingency hemorrhaging, enough is enough.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 31, 2021

A all stakeholders to determine the schedule, cost, schedule and outcome. ATTN: Facilities Owners, Builders AEs, and Designers appeared first on 4BT. I’d like to learn the details! AN open, transparent, and integrated environment enables teams to leverage expertise, recognize, prioritize and solve problems.

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Construction Today

JANUARY 6, 2025

Designed to improve traffic flow, safety, and pedestrian accessibility… Source The post Highly-Anticipated Klein Road Project Wraps Up Ahead of Schedule appeared first on Construction Today. This vital upgrade, funded through the 2019 Bond Program, transformed a crucial stretch of Klein Road into a four-lane thoroughfare.

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BD+C

AUGUST 5, 2024

Mastering the art of project schedule: Expert insights on design and construction 0 qpurcell Mon, 08/05/2024 - 13:11 Architects We sat down with two experts in the design field, Ron Dick (Founding Partner and Architect) and Mike Niezer (COO and Architect), to talk about everything you need to know about the entire process.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 17, 2022

You know the benefits of lean design and construction – maximizing efficiency while minimizing costs and decreasing waste—by now. Realise the benefits of lean design and construction with these six processes, techniques, and tools! Lean design and construction processes. Lean design and construction processes.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Design Structure Matrix (DSM). Design Workshop or Big Room. Pull Scheduling/Planning. Target Value Design (TVD). Virtual Design Construction (VDC). Work Structuring and Scheduling. Benchmarking. Concurrent Engineering (CE). Conference Management (CM). Daily clustering/huddle meeting. Detailed Briefing.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 27, 2025

can help contractors control costs, streamline schedules and encourage innovation. The fastest-growing project delivery method in the U.S.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 16, 2019

From designing effectively to reducing waste, we have come up with seven tips and best practices that can help contractors stay above water. Design Effectively. Start off with a cost effective design and an architect who has cost efficiency in mind. Schedule Smart. Reduce Wasted Materials.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 18, 2025

The following is presented as a Construction Cost Estimating Guide for enabling owners and design-builders to gain visibility into actual local market labor, material, and equipment costs. Standardized Data Architecture: Use a robust data architecture such as expanded CSI Masterformat.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

By incorporating interactive elements and leveraging advanced analytics , construction companies can design training programs that are both impactful and adaptable to evolving market demands. Understanding the unique challenges faced by construction sales teams is crucial in designing effective training materials.

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Lets Build

JULY 15, 2022

Construction design software is a necessity in today’s digital landscape, giving industry professionals an easier way to create blueprints and drawings of new designs. However, the construction design software market is overflowing with options—what works for one company might not be ideal for yours.

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 5, 2021

JOC Programs can provide significant benefit when designed and managed properly. JOC, when properly used, is an integrated LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery method in which the owner provides leadership and oversight within a collaborative, mutually beneficial relationship with design/builders.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 19, 2025

Vehicle emissions, industrial pollutants, and airborne particles settle on surfaces, creating a layer of grime that dulls even the most striking architectural designs. Over time, even the most well-designed buildings can start to look neglected if proper maintenance isnt in place.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Key Benefits: Faster Project Timelines: Completing projects on time or ahead of schedule can give your business a competitive edge. When you become a signatory contractor with the IUPAT, you gain access to a network of resources designed to help you tackle job site challenges. Collaborative Problem-Solving.

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HardHatChat

MARCH 20, 2025

Mitigating Risks: What Truly Matters in Selecting a Contractor Every construction project comes with riskswhether its budget overruns, scheduling conflicts, or unforeseen site conditions. Our experience shows that while brand aesthetics and design intent may vary, the core construction process remains the same.

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Commercial Construction Retail Contractors 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 29, 2023

This is why having an accurate and updated project schedule is so important. When everyone has access to the construction schedule, the chances of completing the project on time and within budget are much higher. Unfortunately, most construction pros struggle to stay on top of project schedules.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 15, 2020

Crosby started in construction on a framing crew building custom homes, then moved into management of large projects with an emphasis on electronic project management and scheduling. As BIM has emerged, Crosby has fully engaged in virtual design and construction (VDAC).

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 18, 2022

From a historical perspective, traditional methods such as design-bid-build and others have failed. Impacting variables include capability and capacity (leadership, trades, planners, engineers…), scheduling, location, complexity, and behaviors. Behaviors, however, presents a far more significant barrier. Tools and Services.

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Procurement Construction Schedule CSI 264

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2022

Determine if design services are required. Determine project schedule and major milestones. Warranty Period. Visit the jobsite and document conditions. Establish project goals. Define building systems and quality of materials. Identify client’s responsibilities. Identify safety, security and hazardous material issues.

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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).

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HardHatChat

AUGUST 28, 2018

In a best-case scenario, a general contractor budgets a job based on thorough architectural and engineered drawings that encompass not only the client’s design intent, but also careful planning for everything from mechanical systems to cosmetic finishes.

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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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Job Order Contracting

JULY 18, 2021

LEAN Facilities Repair and Renovation is a programmatic systems approach that integrates the planning, procurement, and project delivery process for public sector facilities owners and their design/builders. Let’s schedule a quick 15-minute chat to see if you organization is ready for the challenge.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 27, 2017

Design effectively. Working with an architect that designs cost-effectively from the start is a good sign. Changes made during the design process are less costly to implement than those made during construction. Schedule smart. Schedule your work crew efficiently from day one.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Architects Design and plan construction projects, considering both aesthetic and functional aspects. Engineers (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical) Civil engineers focus on the design and maintenance of infrastructure. Structural engineers design and analyze structures for stability and safety.

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Construction Project Management Electrical Safety 332

Construction Marketing

JULY 3, 2024

When designing and constructing these areas, you must consider where shade structures will be installed. The manufacturer also provides extensive support documentation to help you find the ideal design for your project’s needs. All Custom Shade Sail products use computer-aided design (CAD) to verify the measurements.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Key points about facilities total cost of ownership management: Holistic perspective: It goes beyond just the immediate purchase price and looks at the entire life cycle of a facility, including design, construction, operation, maintenance, and eventual decommissioning.

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HardHatChat

JUNE 26, 2018

This is a great example of the extra hurdles a project team has to anticipate with a landmark building construction project, and plan for as early on as the design and pre-construction stages. As such, we carefully scheduled other work around them. Dolling Up The Doll Salon. Guys and Dolls.

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New York City New York Retail Construction 270

Job Order Contracting

MAY 6, 2022

Traditional project delivery modes have shown to repeatedly fail to deliver value to owners, designers, and end users, building users, and the general community. Budget and Schedule. Shared profit and risk and jointly developed project goals and values are keystones for team alignment for any project. Developing Contract. Team Culture.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 4, 2022

Manufacturer’s schedule for routine preventive maintenance, inspections, condition monitoring (predictive tests) and adjustments required to ensure proper and economical operation and to minimize repairs. Include recommended schedule for retesting and blank test forms. Installed model and features of each system.

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Equipment Schedule Inspections Safety 264

BD+C

OCTOBER 3, 2024

4 ways AI impacts building design beyond dramatic imagery 0 qpurcell Thu, 10/03/2024 - 07:52 AEC Tech Kristen Forward, Design Technology Futures Leader, NBBJ, shows four ways the firm is using AI to generate value for its clients. Image courtesy NBBJ 1.

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PC Construction

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This was a massive undertaking, and we are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside PC Construction to achieve WSSC Water’s vision and design this incredible facility.” Construction was completed on budget and on schedule, providing a regional facility capable of treating up to 92 dry tons of biosolids per day.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

It includes regularly scheduled adjustments and inspections, preventive maintenance tasks, and emergency response and service calls for repairs. What is facilities sustainment? Sustainment includes all maintenance and repair activities necessary to keep an inventory of facilities in good working order.

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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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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Complete JOC Program design, implementation, and support services: Identify project team stakeholders and roles. Detailed implementation schedule. Never pay a percentage of construction volume for JOC products and services. Implementation team identification and structure.

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