Levelset

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Architects generally refer to preconstruction simply as “design,” and break the process down into five steps: Schematic design Design development Construction documents Bidding/procurement Construction administration. This includes more in-depth sketches and elevations, as well as choosing finishes and materials.

Risk 52

Risk Feasibility Bidding Budgeting 52

Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2023

Keeping a detailed daily construction report is useful for more than tracking project progress and productivity; it decreases your risks of experiencing those fears that keep you up at night. It can also help reduce the risks associated with construction projects. Another risk that project managers face is schedule overruns.

Project Management 146

Project Management Construction Site Management 146

Pro Builder

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Tips for Detailing Dissimilar Materials to Mitigate Cracking. Creating adequate separation between materials is critical to mitigating cracks (and worse) along cementitious surfaces. Simply, materials expand and contract at different rates in response to changes in moisture and temperature. Thu, 10/01/2020 - 13:10. John Koenig.

Materials 52

Materials Compensation Contract Inspections 52

The Constructor

MARCH 19, 2012

Timber: This is the most common material used for bracing members to the form face. Mon, 1 Oct 2012 About Jobs Connect Groups Forums Toolbar SMS Alerts RSS Feed Search The Constructor Subscribe by E-Mail to receive latest updates. It is easily cut to shape on site, and if handled and stored carefully, it can be used many times.

Materials 136

Materials Concrete Fabrication Foundation 136

Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

Technically, the Project Management Institute (PMI) defines project management as “the art of directing and coordinating human and material resources throughout the life of a project by using modern management techniques to achieve predetermined objectives of scope, cost, time, quality, and participating objectives.”

Project Management 148

Project Management Management Construction Feasibility 148

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Construction sites these days have no shortage of data: design and BIM data from the planning stages of a project, jobsite data collected by wearables, mobile devices and sensors on equipment/materials, accounting and job progress data from the office, project management data and much more. Reducing Risk and Increasing Safety.

Construction 240

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 240

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Instead of the installed panels lasting for 100 years, water would be able to penetrate the concrete to deteriorate the materials at a faster rate. Sometimes, the project won’t pass inspection, or it will need to be torn down due to safety and health concerns. 2: Thoroughly Document Mistakes.

Management 105

Management Construction Documentation Schedule 105

BD+C

AUGUST 28, 2023

This enables them to identify potential modifications prior to the finalization of documents. In instances where certain materials prove costlier than expected or when specific equipment has extended lead times, we can actively engage in a streamlined Value Engineering process. It can also cause confusion for subcontractors.

Construction 81

Construction AIA Architecture Contractors 81

Levelset

OCTOBER 19, 2022

However, before starting work on a building financed with a construction-to-permanent loan, both property owners and contractors need to understand the risks. Contractor risks with a construction-to-permanent loan. There are common risks that are prevalent in every construction loan program. Budgeting problems.

Contractors 98

Contractors Lien Construction Finance 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2024

fraught with rising costs, material challenges, and labor struggles—the pressure to answer these questions correctly becomes even greater. of construction materials in the RSMeans database experienced a significant cost increase, with an average increase of 19%. And with the state of the economy—i.e.,

Autodesk 122

Autodesk Construction Forecasting Safety 122

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

10% are due to equipment and/or materials delays, most off which could have been foreseen. In order to achieve cost visibility and transparency appropriate local unit costs for labor, labor productivity, materials, and equipment are required. The errors and poor processes result in change orders, project delays, and legal disputes.

Schedule 163

Schedule Management Procurement Construction 163

Construction Specifier

APRIL 27, 2023

By David Muise and Gord Rajewski The term “mold” refers to a large group of microorganisms which grow on organic material and reproduce through the formation and spread of spores. Health risks and effects Exposure to airborne mold can have varying effects on building occupants, depending on their individual sensitivities.

Guidelines 52

Guidelines Risk Documentation Inspections 52

Lets Build

OCTOBER 28, 2022

This can mean workers being hit by machinery or falling materials, equipment, etc. You can help prevent “struck by” safety violations by: Properly securing materials, tools, and equipment. Stacking materials so they can’t slide off. Check this checklist: Workplace Safety Inspection. Being struck by an object.

Safety 141

Safety Accidents OSHA Construction 141

Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

In this article, we’ll explore the most common jobsite safety risks — and what contractors can do to improve safety for all parties involved. . Common jobsite safety risks. Struck-by : Building materials being unloaded overhead by cranes or booms frequently result in struck-by incidents. Document & track safety incidents.

Safety 52

Safety Site Injury Construction 52

NH Construction Law

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

A common feature of residential construction loans is the requirement for periodic inspections of the progress of work, usually by an independent inspection company hired by the bank, before disbursements are made. New Hampshire Savings Bank , 131 N.H. ” And such a voluntary undertaking is exceedingly rare. Very round.

Banking 40

Banking Inspections Construction Lien 40

Pro Builder

JULY 26, 2020

However, starting with the 2016 launch of our quality assurance app, Capture QA, which reports construction issues and problems that need fixing in real time, my company, LJP Construction Services , has tracked data from inspections of hundreds of construction projects of all building types nationwide. Deviations from approved materials.

Construction 105

Construction Inspections Los Angeles Nevada 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2022

Project commissioning, also referred to as Cx, is a series of milestones that includes the testing of systems, materials, and staff who will be operating the systems. Much like shipbuilding, the process involves a series of documenting, scheduling, and testing processes. Why is Project Commissioning Important?

Commissioning 84

Commissioning Documentation Autodesk Change Orders 84

Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2021

as: “Impervious, waterproofing membranes, coatings, and other materials applied to walls, slabs, decks, and other surfaces subject to continuous and intermittent hydrostatic pressure or water immersion.”. Sometimes work must be done in confined spaces—from installation to inspection. Limitations.

Los Angeles 52

Los Angeles CSI Consulting Inspections 52

Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

Cannabis and the Jobsite: Keeping Your Risk to a Minimum. There’s a gap in the management of risk and safety in construction,” he says. Airborne dust from cutting materials can cause a wide range of health issues for workers; proper face and eye protection, tool accessories, and wash stations help reduce the risk.

Safety 72

Safety Resource Injury Construction 72

Fieldwire

AUGUST 21, 2023

Your project could waste materials or have safety risks, but BIM will identify the threats for you. Cloud-based project management can be a powerful tool because it provides a central location for document management. You and your stakeholders upload project documents for everyone to see, reducing clutter in your inbox.

Project Management 98

Project Management Management BIM Software 98

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Inspect electrical power panel. Inspect control panel for loose connections. Inspect Bollard/Barricade coatings, decals and paint. Recommended Tools, Materials, and Equipment: 1. Visually inspect for corrosion. Recommended Tools, Materials, and Equipment: 1. Inspect gear box, change or add oil as required.

Inspections 100

Inspections Equipment Electrical Safety 100

The Constructor

MARCH 19, 2012

Depending on how big or complicated the pour is, the inspection may just take few minutes or it could take hours. There are different release agents depending on what material is used for the formwork. Only when the formwork has been approved, may the pour take place.

Concrete 235

Concrete Inspections Foundation Materials 235

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Hodari Africa , a leading project management firm, recognised the limitations of traditional document-sharing platforms and sought a more robust solution to enhance their construction workflows. Traditionally, our teams may go on-site to conduct inspections, manually take photos and upload them to their devices when they return to the office.

Autodesk 124

Autodesk Construction Project Management Environment 124

The Constructor

MARCH 21, 2012

Knowledge of the magnitude of the thermal movement is necessary to evaluate the risk of thermal cracking in situations where large thermal gradients are likely to occur, and to calculate dimensional changes in structures such as bridge decks. Tweet Loading GET LATEST TOPICS IN YOUR EMAIL- SUBSCRIBE NOW.

Concrete 194

Concrete Foundation Contract Materials 194

The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

Team members monitor and control progress in terms of cost, time, and quality; and manage risk. Mon, 1 Oct 2012 About Jobs Connect Groups Forums Toolbar SMS Alerts RSS Feed Search The Constructor Subscribe by E-Mail to receive latest updates. Executing the project: In this phase of the project, team is ready to launch the project.

Project Management 242

Project Management Management Concrete Foundation 242

The Constructor

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

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America 203

America Concrete Foundation Airports 203

Fieldwire

JANUARY 11, 2023

Many actions can be taken to make the sector greener and more sustainable: for instance investing in electric or hydrogen vehicles and heavy machinery, or in ecological materials such as low-carbon cement. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics , there were 5,190 fatal work injuries recorded in the United States in 2021.

Safety 52

Safety Accidents Injury Software 52

The Constructor

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

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Concrete 244

Concrete Foundation Materials Contract 244

The Constructor

JANUARY 14, 2012

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Concrete 203

Concrete Foundation Materials Contract 203

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The stark realities of complex coordination, inspection timelines, and closeout seem mercifully far away. By reducing change orders, avoiding delays, and procuring materials strategically, you can jump on modern trends and pump up productivity. And who wants to think about them anyway? Who attends a preconstruction meeting?

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Documentation Schedule Budgeting 52

The Constructor

MARCH 20, 2012

The first part is a visual inspection by the clerk of works or equivalent. Mon, 1 Oct 2012 About Jobs Connect Groups Forums Toolbar SMS Alerts RSS Feed Search The Constructor Subscribe by E-Mail to receive latest updates. Pre-Concrete Checks for Reinforcement: The pre-concrete check for reinforcement essentially comes in two parts.

Concrete 250

Concrete Foundation Materials Design 250

The Constructor

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

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Concrete 223

Concrete Foundation Materials Contract 223

The Constructor

MARCH 18, 2012

MINIMISING THE RISK OF CORROSION: The quality and depth of concrete in the cover zone are all important in minimizing the risk of corrosion as shown in fig. Materials: Blended cements made from combinations of PC/PFA and PC/GGBS can lead to significant reduction in chloride penetration.

Concrete 235

Concrete Foundation Materials Design 235

Construction Cost Estimating

AUGUST 15, 2018

Indirect costs related to insurance, inspection and regulation are also raised significantly because of these inflated direct costs. It is throughout these initial phases that component configurations, material specifications and functional performance are settled efficiently.

Safety 40

Safety Accidents Inspections Construction 40

The Constructor

JANUARY 14, 2012

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Concrete 203

Concrete Foundation Materials Contract 203

The Constructor

MARCH 19, 2012

Formwork is made from expensive materials, and requires great skill and experience in its manufactures. This can only be done if it is carefully handled, cleaned and stored, regardless of what material it is made from. GOOD FORMWORK: There are two factors that decide how well the concrete will look in the final result.

Concrete 223

Concrete Foundation Materials Design 223

The Constructor

JANUARY 1, 2012

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Concrete 244

Concrete Foundation Materials Design 244