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Meet BREEAM, America’s Newest Green Building Certification

Viewpoint Construction Technology

If you work in construction, you’re most likely familiar with LEED certification, the green building standard that many building owners aim to achieve. The BREEAM certification process was developed in 1990 and uses a rating system to assess building sustainability in a variety of categories. How BREEAM Certification Works.

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The First BREEAM USA Certification

Green Building Law Update

million square foot shopping mall located in Thousand Oaks, California, owned by Macerich is the first project achieve certification under the new BREEAM In-Use program for existing buildings. based LEED certification consultancy headed by Barry Giles. The Oaks, a 1.3 The Oaks was built in 1978, renovated in 1993 and again in 2007.

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How Collaborative, Digital Construction Technology Enhances Project Visibility & Communication

Construction Business Owner

Commercial construction was reported at $85 billion in 2017, up 11% from 2016, according to the lastest FMI Insights and Expertise report. Construction is booming, yet miscommunication, equipment and crew management slip-ups, jobsite safety and certification issues, last-minute added costs, and delays are still rampant on the jobsite.

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2016 Construction Marketing Resolutions

Construction Marketing

With 2015 coming to an end, it is important to begin looking ahead to marketing goals and initiatives in 2016. Based on some of next years top trends, we have put together some of the top construction marketing resolutions for 2016: I will make my website mobile friendly. Visit Our Career Center: Looking for a new job in 2016?

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2016 CMA STAR Awards – Winners Announced

Construction Marketing

The Construction Marketing Association (CMA) just announced the winners of the 2016 STAR Awards. 2016 winners demonstrated executional excellence coupled with marketing results. Award winners were notified by email and mail, and receive a frame-quality certificate. The digital marketing category was particularly competitive.”.

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Green Business Certification, Inc. announces 2016 LEED Fellows

BD+C

Green Business Certification Inc. GBCI) today announced its 2016 class of LEED Fellows, an annual recognition of outstanding LEED professionals. 2016 LEED Fellows: Jim Chidester, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Batson Inc. Lance Davis, Sustainability Architect, U.S.

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10 Construction Certifications and Where to Get Them

CivilJungle

Introduction of Construction Certifications . Certification can be a huge addition to a construction worker’s resume, as it tells an employer that you’re serious about keeping your qualifications and experience updated. Beyond the possible career development opportunities, certifications are needed in certain cases.