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Superfund can Save Our Current Way of Life

Green Building Law Update

There is no dispute that the 1980 Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, commonly known as Superfund, has failed to clean up more than a small fraction of the nation’s worst hazardous waste sites. President Obama acknowledged the 37 year old federal program’s flaws while seeking more funding.

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Construction Law in North Carolina: An archive of excellent ideas

Construction Marketing Ideas

Notably, in two areas (1) professional liability insurance (errors & omissions coverage), and (2) getting legal assistance at the beginning of a project. Maybe we could say the same for marketing budgets.). Now, back to construction. You can vote for Melissa’s blog here.

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Navigating architectural challenges—from 'unbuildable' to unbelievable

BD+C

An initial observation from a contractor even deemed it 'unbuildable,' but we believe in facing challenges head-on and have been taught to turn liabilities into opportunities. Balancing this new work setup with clients inexperienced in construction, and strict budget expectations was quite a journey. The "unbuildable" hill.

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Project Delivery Method

Autodesk Construction Cloud

By choosing the right one for your project, overall risk can be reduced, and budget and schedule can be better managed. There is no optimal project delivery method, but choosing the right method for your project helps reduce risk, improve your schedule, and keep your budget on track. Schedule: a timetable for completion and payments.

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Construction quality management 101: Everything you should know

Lets Build

It considers several factors, including completing the project on time, staying within the set budget, and adhering to its provisions. This helps to mitigate potential risks and liabilities, safeguarding the well-being of workers and minimising the likelihood of accidents or injuries.

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Upcoming Webinars & Construction Events in February 2022

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Allow you to deliver your project on time and on budget. Eliminate manual data entry and lower the risk of liability issues through streamlined processes. The AEC Integration Summit culminates in a networking event meant to incubate new ideas and create lasting relationships. You can view the full agenda here. Get more details.

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What Is a Construction Punch List (And How to Improve)

Autodesk Construction Cloud

If required, liability can be included in the contract in case a particular party does not complete their end of the bargain. Set a Budget A central goal of every project is to avoid exceeding the budget. But often, budgets overruns occur when just trying to close out the project.