Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Data collection is also crucial for organizations focused on sustainability efforts. Additionally, machine learning algorithms can be trained on extensive datasets to create cost prediction models. Despite recognizing the value of data, many construction entities still rely on paper records or non-digital processes in their workflows.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Suffolk Construction establishes Suffolk Sustainability Group Design veterans Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new sustainability initiative for Suffolk. Contractors Sustainability Sustainable Design and Construction Suffolk Construction, headquartered in Boston, has established the Suffolk Sustainability Group.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 14, 2023

Murphy & Sons Limited has posted another set of strong financial results as its direct delivery model continues to pay off The engineering and construction firm now employs 3,688 staff rand relies primarily on in-house capabilities while minimising subcontractor involvement. pre-tax profit from £61.6m Net cash increased by 27% to £275.5m

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 2, 2021

It simply requires owner leadership, commitment, and support to implement and maintain a robust programmatic approach for all facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new build projects. 2012, Dehdasht/Zin – BARRIERS OF SUSTAINABLE LEAN CONSTRUCTION IMPLEMENTATION: HIERARCHICAL MODEL.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 11, 2023

Kitchen Renovations Pair Sustainability With Wellness in 2023. Homeowners are prioritizing sustainability and wellness when selecting home products for their kitchen remodels in the year ahead. Several years ago, sustainable home products were often overlooked in new builds and remodels in favor of more cost-friendly alternatives.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 29, 2017

California’s statutory changes to its existing residential Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing program, that became effective January 1, 2017, may be a model for residential PACE programs across the nation. The first residential PACE program started in Berkeley, California in 2007. To that end, the State enacted Assembly Bill No.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

Model building codes (I-codes) developed by the International Code Council ( ICC ) play a crucial role in constructing safe, sustainable, and resilient structures. 5 Stronger and safer buildings Concrete is the world’s most widely used construction material due to its significant performance, sustainability, and cost advantages.

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ENR Construction

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As jobsites become even more connected with broadband and other services, equipment providers are giving their contractor customers more capabilities to take advantage of project data, whether from a 3D model or even take the steps to make materials supply chains more sustainable.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 22, 2022

How Upgrade Estate uses Autodesk Construction Cloud to build more sustainably avoiding 9,000 preconstruction clashes on just one project. They strive to increase social impact in a value-driven context through an economically sustainable model. The team developed a digital replica of the building by creating a 3D BIM model.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Homes LEEDing the Way to Sustainability and Resiliency. Green Building Council's LEED Homes Awards recognize LEED-certified residential projects that are having a positive impact on communities through sustainable, healthy, and resilient design, as well as builders and developers that are helping to advance green home building.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

Could This Be the Sustainable Neighborhood of the Future? A new five-million person city, powered by clean energy and featuring an abundance of green spaces, may become the model for sustainable living. cbroderick. Fri, 09/04/2020 - 09:51.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Serving as a model for resilience and sustainability by demonstrating accessible methods to homeowners, developers and small business owners for living and building more sustainably, the structure is designed to “float” during major flooding to ensure operational continuity and demonstrate resiliency.

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 24, 2023

The use of building cost models, assemblies, national average cost data, historical costs, location or area cost factors, economic factors are will not provide equivalent, actionable cost information. #4 Get a handle on sustainment, restoration, maintenance, and new build costs.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 13, 2021

A Home for the Ages: Sustainability, Health, and Attainability in One. The Sustainable, Healthier Home in North Canton, Ohio, is a model of energy efficiency, performance, and attainability for 55+ buyers. Products Featured in the Sustainable, Healthier Home. A Common Vision for the Sustainable, Healthier Home.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

These tools enable construction professionals to rethink every aspect of project planning, execution, and collaboration, whether it be through the use of project management software, virtual reality (VR), or building information modeling (BIM). Summary The construction industry is advancing rapidly, with digital innovation leading the way.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 20, 2018

As we discussed in a recent blog post , the JBKnowledge 2017 Construction Technology report found that building information modeling (BIM) adoption in the United States has been fairly slow, with only 27 percent of construction companies having a BIM department. Success stories like the LACCD indicate the potential of BIM adoption.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

The use of national average cost databases and/or location factors, or parametric cost models are insufficient. They have a false sense of security, believing that contractor or subcontractor quotes, or historical information, or square foot level cost models provide defensible cost visibility.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 30, 2022

However, as much of the nation’s industry is heavily reliant on fossil fuels, moving to greener, more sustainable alternatives is likely to be a challenge. The models it can develop improve the way costs are forecast and managed and, therefore, ensure budgets are more accurate. For some sectors, the transition is well underway.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has allocated billions of dollars for these projects, focusing on sustainability and long-term efficiency sustainable highway development. These developments align with the city’s vision of becoming a model for urban sustainability green construction practices.

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Building Radar

JULY 31, 2024

Sustainable construction practices are increasingly critical as the world grapples with environmental challenges. This article explores how technological innovations are shaping sustainable construction and highlights the benefits they bring. Materials such as recycled steel, bamboo, and low-VOC paints are becoming more common.

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Building Radar

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Overview of the US Commercial Building Construction Market The US commercial building construction market is expected to grow steadily, driven by an increase in construction activities, technological advancements, and the demand for sustainable building practices.

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Construction Today

JULY 26, 2024

Six key trends are currently shaping the construction industry, driven by the need for increased efficiency, sustainability and safety: building information modelling (BIM), 3D printing, robotics, IoT and augmented/virtual reality. In this piece we focus on how drones have come to the fore, allowing unprecedented access and monitoring.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Unfortunately, most Government agencies use “historical information”, “parametric modeling”, or national average cost data and associated construction cost indexes and/or area cost factors. The best source of information for “construction” IGEs is a locally researched detailed unit price book.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 26, 2022

Take BIM for example, or more specifically the “M” For the most part the “M for Modeling” and 3D visualization has been the sole focus and driver as opposed to the “M” for management. Every organization must first assure a sound programmatic process that is alignment with its overall mission. The latter has been neglected.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 11, 2023

All stakeholders have access to the same files, documents, drawing, and models. But it is also important to find ways to make the construction process itself sustainable. Modern projects are incorporating building information management (BIM) software. This allows for unprecedented communication and collaboration on the project.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 10, 2024

Digital technology tools today have changed the face of what it means to be in construction by enabling cloud collaboration, improving workforce productivity and making sustainable practices easy to achieve. The company uses adaptive thinking to achieve their greater purpose—sustainable living for all.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 26, 2018

Construction Dive reports that renovations to Paris’ famous Eiffel Tower involve building information modeling (BIM), the 3D modeling tool that’s becoming more popular in the construction industry. Cities Are 3D Printing Their Way to More Sustainable Futures. BIM to Aid in Eiffel Tower Makeover.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 3, 2024

AI-powered tools and workflows fundamentally transform how we design and deliver buildings, focused on cost and schedule efficiencies, risk mitigation and improved sustainability performance. Machine Learning Validation Exercise for a Surrogate Daylight Model, Vincent Mai and Atharva Ranade. Image courtesy NBBJ 1.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 11, 2018

His session will reveal new data on pockets of technological innovation across the capital project value chain and highlight best practices for smart, sustainable digital transformation. At Collaborate, Blanco will discuss his latest study on the rapid expansion of the construction technology ecosystem. Prepping for a Digital Future.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

Conceptual model of partnering and alliancing. Development of a practical model of partnering for construction. Application of ANP in process models: An example of strategic. Strategic alliances: a model for establishing long. Social network model of construction. Partnering II-a Model for Excellence.

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 8, 2018

These two bills are models, replicable across the country, for promoting more solar installations. Bill 11-18 would require an environmentally sustainable roof on certain new and extensively modified non-residential or multi-family buildings. of the International Green Construction Code.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 21, 2023

We don't always throw around the word "revolutionary," but building information modeling (BIM) has truly been that over the last few decades. It's a cloud-based model that brings together structured, multidisciplinary data to develop an intelligent model that represents an asset throughout its lifecycle. What is 4D BIM?:

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GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Today, cement and concrete producers are demanding more sustainable ways to produce these materials. . The rep is then above to share a live model that identifies a select handful of recommended additives, along with anticipated strengths, clinker content, and other properties. GCP Applied Technologies. December 04, 2020.

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BD+C

JUNE 18, 2024

0 dbarista Tue, 06/18/2024 - 15:58 Building Technology A promising research project looks at the possibilities for thermoelectric systems to thermally condition buildings, writes Mahsa Farid Mohajer, Sustainable Building Analyst with Stantec. For the next phase, the team created energy models based on our initial findings.

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ENR Construction

DECEMBER 22, 2021

million-sq-ft Metropolitan Park office development near the nation’s capital could become a model for other large-scale sustainable projects. Amazon’s 2.1-million-sq-ft

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 9, 2024

We adopted new technologies, embraced sustainable building practices, and were more vocal about the benefits of working in the AEC field. By leveraging 3D models in the field, teams can walk the projects, and ensure constructability and maintainability without having to wait for a designer to be brought on site.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 5, 2023

But don’t expect materials prices to sustain that falling trajectory, Giffin said. Although we’re in the middle of a downswing from historic pricing peaks in 2022, it’s likely that increasing demand for construction will sustain materials and labor pricing through 2024 and 2025,” said Giffin. per year in the same period.”

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