HardHatChat

DECEMBER 22, 2011

As 2011 comes to a close, it’s time for us to look back on the commercial construction building trends , news and projects of this past year and share our thoughts on the highs and lows in the industry. HIGH – Everyone was submitting drawings in 2011. In fact, our commercial construction budget work was back to 2008 levels.

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HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

Working with a client on a design-assist or design-build basis, as Englewood Construction is with the reimagining of Stratford Square Mall, allows the commercial contractor to provide valuable input during the initial planning stages. Design-assist is a bit of a hybrid of the design-build process.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 13, 2022

Construction management is a term used to describe a service provided by construction managers (CMs), who are there to manage a project’s schedule and quality. They work with costs, the supply chain, and many other aspects of a build to help it get done on time (or early) and on or under budget. .

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 15, 2023

Many things make construction an exceptional field to work in. There's also the technology side, where innovations like AI, AR, and robotics take the construction sector to the next level of advancement. So without further ado, we're thrilled to introduce Autodesk's Construction Champions 2023. Wilson & Co.

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Levelset

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Before a construction project can begin, there is a lot of planning, number-crunching, designing, and scheduling that needs to occur. Preconstruction is the initial stage of a construction project where an idea starts to become a reality. Preconstruction establishes two baselines: an initial budget and a preliminary schedule.

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Constructonomics

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Although not a task to be undertaken lightly, more and more people are opting to construct a brand new building which is designed to match their exact requirements, and if you simply can’t find what you are looking for on the property market, a self-build project could be the answer.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Leaders had to ask the tough question – do we eat a big slice of humble pie and go back to the drawing board? Together, they’ve worked to identify solutions to issues associated with data center construction. Using a standardized design means many aspects of the prototype share the same parts, construction processes and products.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 6, 2022

What Collaboration in Construction Means. At its core, “collaboration in construction” simply means that teams are working together towards one project goal. But given the realities of today’s industry, how can construction firms effectively foster trust and collaboration? Challenges of Collaboration in Construction.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Why Choosing the Right Delivery Method Matters in Construction. Although construction and car services are two very different industries, the same sentiments are valued; the journey is just as important as the end result. That’s why choosing the right project delivery method is an important first step before construction begins.

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cnstrctr

SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

When I started my career in construction one of the biggest challenges I faced was how to learn about construction and the industry. What I found was that the industry is fragmented and there’s no magical pill to learning about construction. Construction Project Experience.

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Lets Build

MARCH 13, 2017

Nothing would be possible without your ideas and support. The new features will offer solutions to a number of issues and will optimize significantly the construction project management process. Budget Portfolio. Budget Portfolio is a great tool when you want to see budget across all your projects.

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Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

But is it possible to construct a whole building without considering a traditional mortgage or a construction loan? What construction loan is? How construction loan work. What are Construction Loans? The three most common types of construction loans are: 1.) How Does the Construction Loan Work?

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CivilJungle

APRIL 8, 2023

Grow Resale Value While you execute every kind of house development, such as constructing a pool house, remember that resale cost will be an excellent plan. We have taken any basic guidelines you will seek while constructing one. 15 Top Pool House Designs and Ideas 1. Do I Need a Permit for a Pool House?

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CivilJungle

AUGUST 5, 2022

How to Draw a House Plan Step by Step? You should know the right process to draw a house plan before you start drawing a plan on paper. Drawing a house plan takes much more effort and patience than doing other things. Basics: Before preparing a perfect plan to draw some decisions need to be taken.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 28, 2023

By continually adapting to the latest advancements in the field and incorporating innovative solutions into their projects, Walls AEC has established itself as a forward-thinking player in architecture, engineering, and construction. says Mr Naji.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 4, 2022

From this description, you might think of a company in Silicon Valley or another fast-growth technology company in a major metropolitan area, but in actuality, this could easily describe construction jobs anywhere from New York to North Dakota. Only 9% of Generation Zers have reported an interest in a career in construction.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JANUARY 1, 2019

An estimator has to be very careful about the quantity takeoff using the given data such as drawings, specifications and other documents about the project. The plinth area rate is originated by dividing the total cost of an early constructed building by plinth area of the earlier constructed building.

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DebunkTheBIM

DECEMBER 3, 2014

The ‘Paperless Construction Site’ concept has interested me, for a long time. Rather than turning to smart tools, software packages, programmes and systems, the onus of the strategy is put on the non-BIM construction practitioners to raise their performance. the length of a construction project) while tasked with their ‘usual tasks’.

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HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

How would you like to “find” thousands of dollars in your operating budget? How did you file the documents for your last commercial construction project? Did your general contractor give you a big fat binder of information including your warranty letters, operating manuals, as-built drawings, etc? But not anymore. Bill Di Santo.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 18, 2022

Skanska is one of the most innovative construction companies in the world and this reputation has been earned through a long-term commitment to always do better. He will share how Skanska is driving collaboration in his session, Autodesk Model Coordination for Design and Construction Streamlines Process. REGISTER NOW .

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 10, 2019

Making an older kitchen look new again doesn’t have to be a big budget ordeal. Any home improvement project begins with a projected budget and a thorough evaluation of the room. Decide what can be salvaged and what should be replaced considering your designated budget range. Determine What You Would Like to Change.

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Stok

JUNE 27, 2018

That foundation is a detailed schedule and budget, created and owned by the Project Manager, with input from consultants and contractors, and approved by the Client. Does the Client prefer to see a drawing and / or renderings? Freeze the drawings at your CD milestone and allow the estimators reasonable time to bid the project.

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Stok

JANUARY 29, 2020

When it comes to finding the right Project Manager for your design and construction project, tracking scope, cost, and schedule is itself not enough. Well-rounded PMs have learned how to work effectively with many personality types, cultures, professions, trades, and clients, exercising patience while prioritizing essential ideas.

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The Korte Company

JUNE 23, 2021

The right Design-Builder can help identify construction, renovation, budgeting and wayfinding solutions that medical providers need. In our experience, floor nurses have always provided the best insight and ideas for how the built environment can help them deliver the best care possible.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

85%+of all projects are over budget (just 31% of all projects came within 10% of the budget in the past 3 years – KPMG) 52% of rework is caused by poor project data and miscommunication (2018 Industry Report – Construction Disconnected, FMI). 40-50% work is either rework or not “value-added work.”

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Pro Builder

MARCH 24, 2021

He recalls multiple instances that sounded something like this: “I had it in my head that we were only over budget by a few thousand dollars, I had no idea we were this far over!”. We had to negotiate our final draw on every home,” says Molthan. Moments like these have become a common trend in the market. “We

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Construction Cost Estimating

JANUARY 3, 2011

Construction Cost Estimating Blog. An accurate estimation gives you the chance to complete the project in schedule time and under budget. Only a clear understanding will give you a better idea about how the project is going to be after completion. Construction Estimate Sheets. Construction estimating spreadsheet.

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The Korte Company

AUGUST 12, 2020

When it comes to providing value on a project, Dennis Calvert has long since learned the worth of letting the best ideas win the day. . In grade school, Dennis’s art teacher noted his ability to draw and suggested he consider a career in art. Then they would try to incorporate their ideas into the final design. .

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The Korte Company

JUNE 16, 2022

What pushed The Korte Company from being a modest regional builder into a proper national Design-Build construction company? The Korte Company had recently built the 400,000-square-foot pre-engineered Butler building, finishing $500,000 under budget. I’ve got documents and drawings that I’ll overnight you. I talked to your guy.

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Construction Cost Estimating

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Construction Cost Estimating Blog. It helps both the contractors and the owners as a proper budget is really very assistive to them. This may be for some ordinary reasons like missing drawings, details and specifications. First of all he has to study the floor plan of the construction. Construction Estimate Sheets.

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DebunkTheBIM

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

The timeline for almost any building design-project goes like this: Brief, concept, schematic, developed design, working drawings, approvals, tender, construction. Milestones are set accordingly, budgets and resources are planned for, business plans worked agreed on. That is what I was taught a quarter of a century ago.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

It is very important that you should construct the best porch that is suitable for your house. There are various types of designs of porch that you can construct in front of your house. A porch is generally constructed at the front entrance of the building or house. Purpose of Keeping a Porch in Your Home Design. Open Porch.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 11, 2023

Introduction of Modern Front Door Ideas Similar to a business card, the first thing people see when they visit your home is the door. You should consider how each material fits into your home’s aesthetic, and budget, and how it will feel to use it. They shouldn’t be overly ornate, but they should be lovely.

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 24, 2019

Awareness of all the carbon emitted in widely accepted construction and furnishing practices (from raw material extraction to manufacturing and shipping) is growing, and the high-profile carbon shaming aimed at the fossil fuel, airline, and automotive industries could easily extend to architecture, engineering, construction, and urban planning.

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Lets Build

APRIL 3, 2023

You have limited resources but must plan for every scenario to finish your projects on time and on budget. But there’s a problem: Complicated construction project management tasks are around every corner, hampering the productivity and efficiency of every stakeholder. Implementing lean construction practices comes with many benefits.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 27, 2021

Succeeding in today’s competitive and somewhat uncertain construction landscape requires flexibility, resilience , and—let’s be honest—help from technology. It’s a firm that offers a full range of electrical systems and construction techniques. We’re able to import our budgets, track change orders, and more. .

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CivilJungle

JULY 4, 2022

How to Reduce Construction Cost ( Tips). By flowing some steps we can reduce the cost of the construction that is described below. Those all factors can reduce the construction cost for a lifetime. So at first, we have to understand the character of the soil before constructing a structure. Prepare Structural Drawing.

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