ENR Mountain States Announces Project of the Year Finalists for 2020
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Our six Project of the Year finalists represent a broad spectrum of work, from higher education to airports and renovations.
Job Order Contracting – The Legal Side
Building Information Management
NOVEMBER 18, 2015
Job order contracting” is a procurement method used for maintenance, repair, alteration, renovation, remediation, or minor construction of a facility when the work is of a recurring nature but the delivery times, type, and quantities of work required are indefinite. Education Code 44.031(g); Gov’t Code 2269.052,055,056(a), (c),058.
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Selecting a Job Order Contracting Cooperative
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 5, 2019
Best Value JOC Cooperatives MATTER On-demand, On-Time, On-Budget, Repair-Renovation & Minor New Construction. Public Sector Facilities Management Practices require the following in order to meet fiduciary responsibility… and procure and deliver best value facilities repair, renovation, and construction projects.
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Top 10 green building products for 2014
BD+C
NOVEMBER 19, 2013
The winners were featured over a live BuildingGreen webcast and will be presented at the U.S. Green Building Council’s Greenbuild convention in Philadelphia on Thursday, November 21. Body Image: read more.
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LEED v4 gets green light, will launch this fall
BD+C
JULY 2, 2013
This includes 90 percent approval from the user category of the voting body, 77 percent approval from the general interest category and 89 percent approval from the producer category.
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What you missed last week: Architecture billings up again; record year for hotel renovations; nation's most expensive real estate markets
BD+C
AUGUST 26, 2013
BD+C ''s roundup of the top construction market news for the week of August 18 includes the latest architecture billings index from AIA and a BOMA study on the nation''s most and least expensive commercial real estate markets.
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LEAN Asset Life-cycle Management – Achieve Optimal Construction Outcomes
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 6, 2016
The path to improvement has been available for nearly 30 years… collaborative LEAN construction delivery methods such as Integrated Project Delivery, IPD (for major new construction) and Job Order Contracting, JOC (for renovation, repair, sustainability, and minor new construction).
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USGBC: Free LEED certification for projects in new markets
BD+C
JUNE 5, 2013
Green Building Council (USGBC), creators of the LEED green building program, announced today a new campaign offering free LEED certification to the first projects to certify in the 112 countries where LEED has yet to take root.
New designation launched to streamline LEED review process
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 3, 2014
“It allows GBCI to deliver faster reviews of LEED projects while still maintaining the integrity of the LEED certification process.”
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Callison launches sustainable design tool with 84 proven strategies
BD+C
MARCH 26, 2014
Offered free of charge on the Callison website [link] and at Matrix.Callison.com, Matrix by Callison provides easy-to-access design strategies in the categories of Energy, Water, Waste, Materials and Tools for projects of all market sectors. Body Image: read more.
10 green building trends for 2014
BD+C
DECEMBER 26, 2013
He offers his green building mega-trends for 2014: read more.
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Installed capacity of geothermal heat pumps to grow by 150% by 2020, says study
BD+C
NOVEMBER 13, 2013
Despite recent setbacks in deployments in many parts of the world due to the economic downturn, the future looks bright for the worldwide GHP market.
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Construction Cost Estimator – Line Item
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 21, 2017
Higher Education. Transportation (Airports/Mass Transit). State Government and/or K12 Education. All detailed costs associated with a renovation, repair, maintenance, or new construction project must be addressed and mutually understood.
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100 Parking structures group launches LEED-type program for parking garages
BD+C
JUNE 2, 2014
The program is the parking industry equivalent of the U.S.
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Construction Trends
Building Information Management
APRIL 4, 2016
Renovation and remodeling will be the focus, especially when it comes to sustainability and energy refits. Remains as uncertain as ever, though continued focus upon renovation an outpatient facilities continues. EDUCATIONAL. Renovation, repair, and sustainability for the most part. We, for some reason, continue to build.
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Spreadsheets, JOC, SABER, and IDIQ Don’t Mix
Building Information Management
NOVEMBER 13, 2015
The on-time and on-budget delivery of the numerous renovation, repair, maintenance, and minor new construction projects facing real property owners and their awarded contractors also requires the ability to work collaboratively with full transparency.
Webinars & Construction Events in September 2022
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 25, 2022
Make sure to get your tickets now and get ready for an AU full of construction industry trends, deep dives, keynotes, product education, and so much more. Autodesk University 2022 is happening in-person, in none other than New Orleans. And of course, you’ll be able to network with the best and most innovative minds in the industry.
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Efficient Construction Project Delivery for Public Sector Facility Owners – Renovation, Repair, Sustainability
Building Information Management
JULY 30, 2015
Job order contracting is now in use by Federal, State, County, and Local Governments; Healthcare, Education, Transportation (Airports, Mass Transit, DOTs) and has even expanded into the private sector. Job order contract has several distinct characteristics as listed below. Owner and Contractor Capability: JOC is NOT for everyone.
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BUSINESS REPORT: Illinois – Strong Demand Lifts Industrial Parks In Wheeling, IL
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
OCTOBER 10, 2013
Rendering of the new Tin Goose Hangar, which is under construction at Chicago Executive Airport. The majority of the property improvement costs are designated for building renovations, electrical service upgrades for both properties, and rehabilitation of the rail service to both buildings. Photo: Morganharbour.com.). By Sharon Clark.
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Job Order Contracting - Untitled Article
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 23, 2019
At the time, the federal sector portfolio (as well as education, state/county/local government), etc. Managing the numerous repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and construction projects required for any building or asset portfolio is a daunting task. Little has changed over the subsequent decades.
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Efficient Construction Project Delivery for Public Sector Facility Owners – Renovation, Repair, Sustainability
Building Information Management
JULY 30, 2015
Public sector and multi-building facility routinely scope, procure, award, and execute thousands of renovation, repair, maintenance, sustainability, and “minor” new construction projects. Introduction. They are critical to long-term economic viability as well as meeting the needs of an organizations mission.
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Concrete admixture
GCP Applied Technologies
MARCH 2, 2020
Repair and Renovation. Arts & education. Design Advantage. Energy efficient solutions. Field support. Structural Solutions. Sustainability. Technical service. Transportation Infrastructure. Underground Solutions. water reducer origin - nsfc dispersement. Commercial buildings. Energy facilities. Industrial facilities.
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A bonding experience: Ensuring good concrete-to-flooring adhesion
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 3, 2018
Repair and Renovation. Arts & education. Taking time at the beginning of the project to carefully plan your installation, including careful concrete prep and moisture mitigation, can pay huge dividends in time saved and problems avoided during the installation process. Contact a flooring specialist . VERSASHIELD. Commercial buildings.
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Major Risks Facing Public Real Property Owners
Building Information Management
JUNE 28, 2016
Improperly designed or managed renovation, repair, maintenance, and new construction. The only solution in sight is a total redo… including formal education focused upon collaborate LEAN business practices and life-cycle asset management, as well as, required annual professional training in these areas.
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Joint public-private sector effort needed to mitigate the construction sector’s embodied carbon problem
BD+C
OCTOBER 20, 2023
San Francisco International Airport used Kingspan’s Designwall 2000 insulated metal panels to create an architectural look for its Consolidated Administration Campus. billion is earmarked to procure low-embodied-carbon materials for construction and renovation projects. Of that amount, $2.15
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Top 10 Construction Companies in the USA
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 18, 2020
London Airport. Dubai International Airport. Construction of Abu Dhabi International Airport. Construction of new campus of Hi-Tech Education and business incubation Saudi Arabia. Renovation of the Historic Rainbow room. Construction of Sky Harbour International Airport. Riyadh Metro, Saudi. Revenue :- 21.8
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The Problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy
Building Information Management
JULY 21, 2016
Despite the obviously limited nature of our economic and environmental resources, a significant amount of waste associated renovation, repair, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction of buildings and infrastructure (dams, roads, utilities, airports, bridges…) continues unabated. Collaboration. Financial Transparency.
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Credible Construction Estimate Core Elements
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 20, 2023
To meet their responsibilities as stakeholders of the built environment ( facilities and other built structures ), public sector owners need to have the ability create credible construction cost estimate for ALL repair, renovation, maintenance (FSRM), and new build projects.
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BIM – Attempting to Run before you can Walk? – BIM EU-wide Procurement Initiative
Building Information Management
SEPTEMBER 26, 2013
Integrated Project Delivery – IPD for major new construction and Job Order Contracting – JOC for renovation, repair, sustainability and minor new construction are just two of several proven processes. . More education and resources should be expended upon life-cycle management of the build environment vs. 3D modeling.
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Design for belonging: An introduction to inclusive design
BD+C
APRIL 6, 2023
Greg Fenton, AIA, and Stephanie McDaniel, AIA, LEED AP Airports Arenas Cultural Facilities Education Facilities K-12 Schools School Construction University Buildings Office Buildings BWBR seeks to bring an equity lens to every project we take on as part of the ongoing work of pursuing inclusivity in our organization and our communities.
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52 ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor
GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Repair and Renovation. Arts & education. Get in touch with a flooring specialist at GCP Applied Technologies. VERSASHIELD. Building Envelope Solutions. sp0035 KOVARA laminate on top of concrete floor. Commercial buildings. Industrial facilities. Infrastructure. Residential buildings. Retail buildings. Sports stadiums.
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What’s the Best Concrete Moisture Test Method?
GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Best practices for choosing flooring for educational facilities. Repair and Renovation. Arts & education. Choosing Flooring for Retail Environments. DUCTILCRETE®. ORCON® seam tapes and tools. VERSASHIELD. Building Envelope Solutions. Blog-Image_#10-KOVARA. Commercial buildings. Industrial facilities. Infrastructure.
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GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 3, 2018
Repair and Renovation. Arts & education. Why you should have the moisture mitigation conversation up front. Which moisture mitigation strategy? VERSASHIELD. Building Envelope Solutions. SP0035 KOVARA Blog #14. Commercial buildings. Industrial facilities. Infrastructure. Residential buildings. Retail buildings. Sports stadiums.
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60 U.S. Construction – Improving Efficiency & Competitiveness
Building Information Management
FEBRUARY 6, 2016
Few experts would disagree that there is a lot of room for improvement with respect to the renovation, repair, sustainability, and construction of the built environment(1.). The importance in doing so lies in the facts that the construction sector has major impact upon our economy and our environment(2.).
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40 Location Focus: New York – The Empire State Leverages Its Strengths
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MAY 6, 2014
And with close to 300 public and private universities, New York also is an education powerhouse. START-UP NY merges the public and private education system with a corporate incentive program making New York the least expensive place in the United States to do business. NY Ranked 3rd in Business Facilities “Best Education Climate”.
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67 The Problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy
Building Information Management
JULY 21, 2016
Despite the obviously limited nature of our economic and environmental resources, a significant amount of waste associated renovation, repair, maintenance, sustainability, and new construction of buildings and infrastructure (dams, roads, utilities, airports, bridges…) continues unabated. Collaboration. Financial Transparency.
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When high-performance flooring adhesives lose the battle against alkalinity
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 3, 2018
Repair and Renovation. Arts & education. Which moisture mitigation strategy? Dealing with Murphy’s Law on flooring projects. VERSASHIELD. Building Envelope Solutions. SP0035 Kovara Blog #13. Commercial buildings. Industrial facilities. Infrastructure. Residential buildings. Retail buildings. Sports stadiums.
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When high-performance flooring adhesives lose the battle against alkalinity
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 3, 2018
Repair and Renovation. Arts & education. It could end up being a very expensive way to cut costs. Contact a flooring specialist. VERSASHIELD. Building Envelope Solutions. SP0035 Kovara Blog #13. Commercial buildings. Industrial facilities. Infrastructure. Residential buildings. Retail buildings. Sports stadiums.
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60 What’s the Best Concrete Moisture Test Method?
GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Repair and Renovation. Arts & education. Get in touch with a flooring specialist at GCP Applied Technologies. . Source: See the complete ASTM F710 standard. VERSASHIELD. Building Envelope Solutions. Blog-Image_#10-KOVARA. Commercial buildings. Industrial facilities. Infrastructure. Residential buildings. Retail buildings.
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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 17, 2016
An airport of entry (AOE), usually designated with the word “international”, provides customs and immigration services for incoming flights. These services allow the airport to serve as an initial port of entry for foreign visitors arriving in a country. NASHVILLE ASCENDS: A CITY AND AIRPORT FLYING HIGH.
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ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor
GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Repair and Renovation. Arts & education. ORCON® seam tapes and tools. Dealing with Murphy’s Law on flooring projects. VERSASHIELD. Building Envelope Solutions. sp0035 KOVARA laminate on top of concrete floor. Commercial buildings. Industrial facilities. Infrastructure. Residential buildings. Retail buildings. Sports stadiums.
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60 Logistics: On the Road, Water or Rails…or in the Air — AGAIN
Business Facilities
JULY 6, 2016
And those pro-business factors are evident in Brunswick County with low operating costs, exceptional transportation and utility infrastructure, a strong commitment to education and workforce development and the commitment to work in partnership with business. Midwest Airports. billion pounds of cargo landing at the airport.
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LOCATION FOCUS: United It Stands
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MAY 1, 2013
They encompass landscapes that range from farms, forests, rivers and lakes to mountains, towns and urban cities and a transportation infrastructure with airports, highways, waterways, subways, bridges and tunnels to help move its more than 19 million residents where they need to go. Western New York provides both city and suburban living.
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49 Location Focus: Illinois – Trying to Make Headway in Every Way
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 10, 2014
Served by three interstate highways: I-90, I-290 and I-355, Arlington Heights is conveniently located only 10 miles from O’Hare International Airport and five miles from Chicago Executive Airport. The budgeted renovations amount to more than $13 million. Of those jobs, approximately 33.5 Photo: Village of Wheeling.).
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