Construction Specifier

JUNE 8, 2022

In early 2018, RDG Planning & Design and its partner firms began design work to replace an existing, nearly 50-year-old Healthcare Facility on the Shell Point Retirement Community campus (a CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY [CCRC]) in Ft. Florida Wind Speed Map, Risk Category III. By David L. Image courtesy FBC 6th Ed.

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Environment AIA Florida Modeling 98

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 12, 2017

The OpenJOC job order contracting platform requires a new way of thinking in the construction industry. Resource must be used more efficiently, construction costs reduced, and designers, contractors and stakeholders are brought closer together. ss value expected from its digital transformation.”.

Environment 100

Environment Life Cycle Construction Renovating 100

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

A rolling grille in a school to provide protection from modern security risks. A growing commitment to student safety has ignited a wave of innovations and initiatives aimed at creating secure learning environments. Photos courtesy Clopay® Corporation. However, preparedness goes beyond school officials and administrators.

Security 67

Security Risk Safety United States 67

Lets Build

JULY 22, 2022

The principles of lean construction are nothing new, and most construction professionals understand the risks of not using an organised, proven process when taking on a new project. Target value delivery is a design and delivery process, allowing teams to: Collaboratively explore ideas to find the best overall solution.

Construction 148

Construction Risk Budgeting Budget 148

BD+C

APRIL 10, 2023

4 ways designers can help chief heat officers reduce climate change risks 0 qpurcell Mon, 04/10/2023 - 09:40 Sustainability Eric Corey Freed, Director of Sustainability, CannonDesign, shares how established designers and recently-emerged chief heat officers (CHO) can collaborate on solutions for alleviating climate change risks.

Risk 52

Risk Office Design Los Angeles 52

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

A credible construction cost estimate is required prior to engaging in procurement. The follow elements are common to a credible construction cost estimate. Credible Cost Estimate Core Elements #1 Objectivity – The information used and those invovled in the creation of the construction cost estimate must be objective.

Estimating 217

Estimating CSI Life Cycle Construction 217

Job Order Contracting

MAY 6, 2022

Traditional project delivery modes have shown to repeatedly fail to deliver value to owners, designers, and end users, building users, and the general community. Shared profit and risk and jointly developed project goals and values are keystones for team alignment for any project. Lean Construction Institute and. Journal of.

Procurement 219

Procurement Plans Construction Life Cycle 219

Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 29, 2023

The company said: “Despite a challenging macro-economic environment, McGee delivered a strong performance in FY2022, highlighting its ability to anticipate, adapt, and mitigate risks. “Our ability to mitigate risks and build authentic, collaborative relationships has been the cornerstone of our success in recent years.

Risk 77

Risk Profitability Security Engineering 77

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 9, 2022

??Risk management has always been an essential element for success in construction, but things have certainly reached a whole new level in recent years. Needless to say, learning to manage risk amidst uncertainty might be more important than ever before. . We discuss: Their opinion on today’s biggest areas of risk.

Risk 80

Risk Management Modeling Environment 80

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Innovative construction capital delivery for public sector owners can consistently enable quality, on-time, on-budget and fully compliant repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new build outcomes. 85% of all construction projects are over-budget, late, and/or poorly completed. Primary Causes of Construction Failures.

Innovation 202

Innovation Procurement Construction Budgeting 202

BD+C

APRIL 8, 2024

3 sustainable design decisions to make early 0 qpurcell Mon, 04/08/2024 - 09:26 Sustainability In her experience as an architect, Megan Valentine AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, WELL AP, Fitwel, Director of Sustainability, KTGY details three early sustainable design decisions: site selection, massing and orientation, and proper window-to-wall ratios.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Design Visualization Site 52

BD+C

APRIL 30, 2024

Using Locking Hardware to Support Code-Compliant Safer School Design 1 kcichowicz Tue, 04/30/2024 - 10:16 Code-compliant locking hardware is essential to safer school design. Schlage Safer school design encompasses many elements of the built environment—from the property line to classroom door openings.

Design 52

Design Security Commissioning Visualization 52

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Reducing the Major Risks Associated with Public Sector Construction. Public sector construction faces inherently more major concerns and sources of potential litigation than in the private sector. Lack of the ability to obtain timely and cost effective, BEST VALUE construction services. Mutual Trust/Respect. Compliance.

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Risk Life Cycle Construction Certification 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Collaboration is a cornerstone of the construction industry. REGISTER NOW Why collaboration is vital in construction Study after study has shown that teams who work well together see better results. And with the construction industry grappling with labor shortages, retaining your key team members is more critical than ever.

Autodesk 116

Autodesk Construction BIM Modeling 116

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 18, 2020

There are multiple types of construction delivery methods that strive to achieve superior outcomes to traditional design-bid-build, design-build, CM@R, etc. These including alliance contracting/project alliancing, LEAN construction, integrated project delivery, LEAN job order contracting. ” – Henry Ford.

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Contract Construction Procurement Agreement 139

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 31, 2021

Autodesk experts share a look at the state of the construction industry, including a few insights you may not expect. There’s no question that data plays a more important role than ever in the construction industry. Overall, the industry is shifting toward more automation fueled by the insights emerging from construction data.

Risk 52

Risk Management Construction Autodesk 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

A strong financial base in construction is as vital for success as a solid physical foundation is for any building project. Paired with razor-thin profit margins, it’s increasingly difficult for construction firms to build and maintain the financial foundation necessary to compete and thrive in the industry. Increasing financial risk.

Autodesk 87

Autodesk Cash Flow Construction Risk 87

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. Supported by one of their key clients, Gateway Real Estate Africa (GREA), Hodari has been on a journey to digitalise its construction processes.

Autodesk 124

Autodesk Construction Project Management Environment 124

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Alternative Project Delivery (APD) offers the opportunity delivers significant added value versus traditional design-bid-build, design-build, Construction Management at Risk (CMAR), Agency?CM 2) Do you have definite LEAN workflows within a collaborative cloud environment? Smarter, faster, better….

Resource 141

Resource Procurement Life Cycle Construction 141

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 15, 2021

The construction market is not lacking in innovations and digital transformations in the 21 st century. Among the most efficient construction technologies are building estimation software , cloud-based systems, building information modeling, and more. Construction is impossible without big data and IoT. Construction Software.

Industrial 120

Industrial Construction Software Software 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 26, 2022

Construction firms are always in pursuit of safer jobsites. Technology has advanced significantly in recent years in the realm of construction safety. In celebration of Construction Safety Week, we’re exploring some of those advancements, which are pushing the industry forward and making it safer for all. . Wearables & IoT.

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Safety Innovation Construction Risk 98

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 8, 2018

The ability to streamline construction delivery, reduce variation, and improve overall outcomes for all participants and stakeholders has existed for decades. The consistent delivery of efficient and successful construction projects is virtually impossible without owner leadership and competency. It’s really that simple.

Construction 100

Construction Renovating Contract Environment 100

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Basically, the risk of hearing loss is immediate when the noise level approaches or exceeds 120 decibels (dB) ( e.g. from an explosion), while impairment due to lower levels ( e.g. from machinery) usually requires longer exposure; for example, a 15-minute exposure to 100 dB or a two-hour-long exposure to 90 dB. 2 In the U.S., 2 In the U.S.,

Office 62

Office Design Guidelines Safety 62

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 13, 2019

An innovative, yet proven method of construction services planning, procurement, and project delivery is gaining traction with owners who require consistent quality repair, renovation, and construction services that are both on-time, and on-budget. Shared Risk/Reward. Long-term Relationships. Financial Transparency.

Innovation 100

Innovation Construction Procurement Bidding 100

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

The consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects on-time, on-budget, and to everyone’s satisfaction is routine for facilities management professionals with appropriate leadership skills and competency. Shared risk/reward. It spans multiple disciplines and knowledge domains.

CSI 114

CSI Construction Renovating Procurement 114

Construction Specifier

JUNE 9, 2022

The past two years have demonstrated how critical the need is for employers to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for its staff. As a result, a critical part of re-entry is for employers to prove they are providing a safe, healthy indoor environment to meet occupants’ ongoing needs now and for the long-term.

Design 52

Design Innovation Office Environment 52

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 6, 2021

The numerous, ongoing facilities repair and construction project facing real property owners and facilities management professionals unfortunately have a high probability of failure. The Design-Bid-Build (DBB) model has perpetuated an antagonistic inefficient environment for decades. That said, not all JOC Programs are the same.

Contract 150

Contract Budgeting Budget Risk 150

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Picture this: your construction firm is looking to bid on a project to renovate an old factory into a new office building. Needless to say, trying to design, coordinate, and build in and around these conditions is an uphill battle. feel that time constraints and urgency present the greatest risk to decision-making. .

Design 119

Design Autodesk BIM Modeling 119

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Basically, the risk of hearing loss is immediate when the noise level approaches or exceeds 120 decibels (dB) ( e.g. from an explosion), while impairment due to lower levels ( e.g. from machinery) usually requires longer exposure; for example, a 15-minute exposure to 100 dB or a two-hour-long exposure to 90 dB. 2 In the U.S., 2 In the U.S.,

Office 52

Office Design Guidelines Safety 52

Construction Marketing

MARCH 31, 2023

Prolonged exposure to toxic chemicals and substances can increase the risk of severe diseases like cancer, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and tetanus. It also poses a threat to wildlife and the general environment. Inspection And Monitoring Redevelopment projects or new construction are significant contributors to waste generation.

Consulting 238

Consulting Management Regulation Inspections 238

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 1, 2023

At Autodesk, we’ve made it our mission to make the lives of construction professionals easier. One of the most critical ways we do this is by providing solutions that automate the various processes and tasks that happen during a construction project. But why is construction currently disconnected? On average, there are 9.9

Construction 96

Construction Autodesk Schedule Design 96

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 14, 2022

Construction safety is essential for a project to go smoothly and, more importantly, get crews home safe. Good construction safety software can make a significant difference in the level of safety at your construction site. What is Construction Safety Management Software? . Identify and Prevent Risks .

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Software Software Safety Management 98

Job Order Contracting

JULY 9, 2019

Why Construction Projects Fail. The specifics as to why rampant waste is endemic to the ” Construction Sector”: Award of contracts to the lowest bidder to “save money” versus best value procurement (Demonstrative of the need for improved owner competency, leadership, and fundamental change management).

Procurement 100

Procurement Construction CSI Bidding 100

Pro Builder

MARCH 16, 2023

The built environment produces 40% of all global carbon dioxide emissions each year, but the introduction of new climate-centric professional titles is one potentially proactive approach to addressing and reducing the building industry’s carbon footprint in the years to come, Forbes reports.

Environment 98

Environment Sustainability Residential Employment 98

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Owners, contractors, engineers, and designers have the opportunity to c onsistently deliver quality repair, renovation, and new construction projects on-demand, on-time, on-budget to the satisfaction of all participants and stakeholders.

Management 100

Management Construction Documentation Organization 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

It’s normal to hear people saying they know what the next big thing in construction is going to be, but how often do those predictions really play out? They show us global patterns that influence the environment, mobility, and behavior. . To become sustainable, the culture of construction has to change into one of a circular economy.

Construction 105

Construction Sustainability Materials Environment 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Well, in the construction industry, one might add RFIs (Requests for Information) to that list. Although designed to provide clarity and prevent mistakes, RFIs often lead to delays, downtimes, and extra costs. These seemingly inevitable requests are so common that construction pros accept them as part of the territory.

Construction 64

Construction Risk Industrial Site 64