FIDIC Suite of Contracts
The Constructor
APRIL 16, 2022
The International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC, French: Federation Internationale des Ingenieurs-Conseil) drafts and publishes the FIDIC.
Behind the Build: Interview with Ben Fiedler, Staff Consultant at Benchmark, Inc.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JUNE 10, 2022
Ben Fiedler , Staff Consultant at Benchmark Inc., And as a roof consultant, Ben knows that technological innovation and capturing meaningful data are imperative to efficiency and quick decision making in the field. We’re roof and pavement consultants. Walk us through your career and what led you to become Staff Consultant.
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Safety Services Company
MAY 13, 2015
Here are some tips and red flags to look out for: Avoid ISNetworld® consultants who only provide cookie cutter, downloadable safety programs and no real safety advice. There are many levels of ISNetworld® consulting available in the market place. Check your potential consultant’s references and reputation.
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Browz Contractor Management
Safety Services Company
MAY 3, 2018
BROWZ CONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the fundamentals of working with Browz for Contractor Management from a Suppliers perspective. If you’re unfamiliar with Browz, they’re an easy-to-use, web-based Supplier/Contractor Management platform. HOW TO CHOOSE A SAFETY CONSULTANT?
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4 ways to streamline your architectural practice
BD+C
MARCH 15, 2024
However, one aspect that often goes unnoticed is the ability to efficiently manage the daily routine of seemingly mundane tasks. It empowers me to promptly address others, pose questions, or relay vital information to our consultants, preventing potential delays that might occur if such communication were postponed to later in the day.
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Construction Law: Jan/Feb 2024
Construction Law
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Editor Nick Barrett asks how long the UK can get away with the governance problem said by the head of the National Audit Office to be embedded at the heart of Whitehall when it comes to managing large scale procurements. Arbitration The SIAC Rules, 7th Edition: Faster, Better, Cheaper?
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Can a VR-enabled AEC Firm transform building projects?
BD+C
JUNE 16, 2023
0 dbarista Fri, 06/16/2023 - 14:36 Virtual Reality With the aid of virtual reality and 3D visualization technologies, designers, consultants, and their clients can envision a place as though the project were in a later stage. In reality, work has yet to begin. HOW DOES VR CREATE CLEAR EXPECTATIONS? Most clients don’t have that ability.
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BIM (Building Information Management, Modeling, Model) vs. EVM (Earned Value Managment) vs. TCO (Total Cost of Ownership)
Building Information Management
FEBRUARY 13, 2014
BIM, EVM, TCO (or TCM – Total Cost Management) are all inter-related . BIM is the life-cycle management of the built environment supported by digital technologies. . Simply stated, it is a systematic approach to managing cost throughout the life-cycle of any enterprise, program, facility, project, product, or service.
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GRESB Purchased from GBCI in advance of ESG Breakout
Green Building Law Update
DECEMBER 20, 2020
Last month GRESB announced that its management had purchased the business from its parent GBCI. And, of course there is a cottage industry of ESG consultants who will draft the GRESB questionnaire responses to skew the score. Presidential election.
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DOE Seeks Energy Modeling Feedback
Building Information Management
FEBRUARY 9, 2016
Attention Real Property Owners, Construction Contractors, Architects, Engineers, Consultants, & Business Product Manufacturers. The Department of Energy is seeking input a draft Building Energy Modeling (BEM) Roadmap. DOE-BTO-BEM-Roadmap-DRAFT-2-1-2016_0. Send your comments to BEMroadmap@ee.doe.gov.
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Closing the Gap Between Buyers and Builders
Pro Builder
JUNE 1, 2020
For years, we as builders have been trained by industry consultants to think like manufacturers, create a process, and stick to it if we want to be profitable. Personnel: Salaries + indirect employee cost + bonuses + office space + personnel managers. Third-party contractors: Research + design + renderings + plan stamp/liability.
Civil Engineering Software | List of Civil Engineering Software | List of Engineering Software
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
This software can help in drafting & documenting, designing, visualizing & analyzing & so on. Software Required for Drafting or Drawing. Software Required for Drafting or Drawing: The types of Software Required for Drafting or Drawing are as follows. #1a. Solid Edge 3D Design, Simulation, Design Management.
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Construction Americas 2015 Expo a Success
Construction Marketing
APRIL 3, 2015
The event produced by the OHL School of Construction at Florida International University was sponsored by Dodge Analytics , Bosch Power Tools , Digital Drafting Systems, and the Construction Marketing Association. The event was created and managed by the Construction Marketing Association.
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DD# 80: P6 Deep Dive: Underutilized Feature in P6
Cassell Construction Estimating
APRIL 20, 2015
NOTE: This is NOT a document management system. This feature can be set up to work with document management programs including Share Point as one example. This location type is primarily used draft documents that are not ready for general distribution. WPs & Docs Details Section. Smooth scheduling! By Ken Wagner.
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Specifications for design-build projects
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 28, 2021
Often, DBB specifications can be adapted with reasonable effort and cost for use on construction manager as advisor (CMa) and construction manager-at-risk (CMAR) projects. Figure 1 : Contractual relationships of design-bid-build (DBB), design-negotiate-build (DNB), and construction manager-at-risk (CMAR) projects.
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Construction Cost Estimating
SEPTEMBER 29, 2016
The Company: Van der Meer Consulting, a multi-disciplinary Structural and Civil Consulting Engineering group with various office locations in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. Should contain excellent interpersonal skills as well as capability to keep in touch and work with drafts persons, engineers, architects and design managers.
40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2023
Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Over the past 3-4 years, he has elevated BIM to Building Information Management, playing a crucial role in implementing cloud solutions in major projects like Frauenklinik Bern, Inselspital BB12 and Gymnasium Neufeld. Robert is also incredibly data-centric. They trust her, and she advocates hard on their behalf.
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April 2017 Newsletter – A “New, New OSHA” Emerges
FDR Safety
APRIL 27, 2017
OSHA wants to hear from the public on draft Process Safety Management guidance documents. OSHA’s On-site Consultation Program helps Utah manufacturer reduce workplace injuries and illnesses. Creating an site-specific occupational safety and health program by mid-management (foremen, superintendents, directors).
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DD# 85: Digital Technology Revolution in the Construction Industry
Cassell Construction Estimating
OCTOBER 1, 2015
This trend is also reshaping the engineering and construction (E&C) space, where the evolution of design and construction functions has taken a leap forward with the transition from electronic drafting to high-resolution digital modeling (also known as Building Information Modeling or “BIM”). Click here to continue reading.
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The role of Site Engineer & Project Engineer in a construction project
Construction Cost Estimating
OCTOBER 8, 2018
Conversely, the project engineers perform very intimately with management and planners in an consultative manner to produce blueprints that fulfill the objectives of the clients as well as city and state codes. These professionals are accountable for status and budget reports together with personnel assignments.
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Flatcad now defined;
DebunkTheBIM
JANUARY 7, 2011
Last time building owners took an interest in who called the shots was when ‘project managers’ got established in a central role, independent from design consultants. Definition: Computer aided drafting that uses purely orthogonal projections and ignores most of the rules and principles of ‘traditional’ documenting.
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Arbitration is Why There is So Little Litigation in Green Building
Green Building Law Update
NOVEMBER 5, 2017
And there is no question that a properly drafted provision in a contract requiring arbitration is enforceable. The take away from all of this should be in an effort to manage your risk, pay particular attention to and negotiate the dispute resolution provisions in your contracts. And always consult your attorney before signing.
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USACE Revit Templates
BIM & Beam
FEBRUARY 26, 2013
Our friends over in Autodesk Consulting have been busy helping the Corps create Revit Platform Templates to help increase adoption and improve delivery quality and consistency. The USACE and Autodesk collaborated to create a BIM Template Team consisting of seasoned CAD/BIM Managers with a working knowledge of Revit.
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Faster Resolution of Design Issues with New Feature in Autodesk BIM Collaborate
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
It isn’t uncommon to encounter bottlenecks as a BIM manager, especially during the preconstruction phase. This is especially true when issue identification, assignment, and tracking are managed by a single person. . This saved the BIM manager 20-30% (conservatively) of the time it took to find and assign issues.
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Construction Business Owner Blogs
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 2, 2012
MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Equipment Management. Moneyball is a film based on the true story of Oakland A’s general manager Billy Beane’s successful attempt to put together a baseball team on a tight budget. Better Project Management through Better Communication.
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What is Building Construction | Steps & Processes of Building Construction | Application of Building Construction | How to do Planning of Building Construction
CivilJungle
MAY 28, 2021
Seek Technical / Consultant. Development planning is crucial in managing & implementation of construction projects since it involves selecting the technology, recognizing feasible workflows & estimating specified resources. Step 2: Draft a Preliminary Plan: Utilization of S.M.A.R.T. & Pre-construction Steps.
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Supplier Vetting & Compliance
Safety Services Company
MAY 31, 2018
CONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS. Health, Safety, & Environmental Program: Safety Manual, Safety Management System, HSE Manual, etc. Hiring a Safety Consultant. There are many varieties of safety vetting and consulting available in the marketplace. Check your potential consultant’s references and reputation.
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Leading the Home Building Industry: Pro Builder's 2021 Forty Under 40
Pro Builder
APRIL 7, 2021
For example, starting in the industry with no home-selling experience and rising to be a top producer, division manager, or even developing and leading the training regimen for new salespeople. Cory Benjamin , 39, Project Director, BIM Manager, TK Design & Associates, South Lyon, Mich. Meredith Chapman , 36, Area Sales Manager, K.
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Specifications for design-build projects
Construction Specifier
JUNE 13, 2021
Often, DBB specifications can be adapted with reasonable effort and cost for use on construction manager as advisor (CMa) and construction manager-at-risk (CMAR) projects. Greater challenges arise when adapting DBB source documents for design-build.
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Contractors: Do You Have a Cell Phone Policy? Is It Time for an Upgrade?
Best Practices Construction Law
MARCH 17, 2016
Given the legal risks involved with your superintendents, project managers and other employees, you should should be adequately prepared. The NLRB has not drawn clear lines on what is and is not permitted, but review your policies and consult with legal counsel for the best practices. Do you even have a cell phone policy?
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4 Practical Avetta FAQs for Suppliers
Safety Services Company
FEBRUARY 16, 2018
Avetta & Contractor Management. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the fundamentals of working with Avetta ® for Contractor Management from a Suppliers perspective. If you’re unfamiliar with Avetta ® , they’re an easy-to-use, web-based Supplier/Contractor Management platform. Supplier Prequalification.
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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Consult the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for hazardous ingredients and proper personal protective equipment (PPE). Consult the MSDS for hazardous ingredients and proper PPE. Consult the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for hazardous ingredients and proper personal protective equipment (PPE). Standard Tools-Basic 2.
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Revit Beginners
MARCH 23, 2007
The Data Manager. Some people refer to these individuals as Data Managers or Data Leaders. In an Architectural Record article " Getting on Board with Building Information Modeling " Larry Flynn describes a Data Manager as someone "responsible for coordinating the various computer files and models that are integrated into a BIM."
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OSHA Alert: How to Prepare for an OSHA Inspection
FDR Safety
MARCH 19, 2020
The representative, ideally the Safety and Health Director or Manager or someone in upper management, should be well-versed in OSHA standards applicable to the business, health and safety conditions of the workplace under inspection, location of required records to be kept under OSHA (e.g. Keeping the inspection under control.
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The $7,000 A/E/C Corporate Website: Setting the Challenge
Help Everybody Everyday
OCTOBER 25, 2011
I also had specific things I wanted from our new website: Stability Ease of use Standards compliant Content management system Content driven Focused on the people. Notably, it wouldn’t have a content management system. At this point, only one of the Principals knew what a content management system was. Failed Attempts.
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Isn’t someone missing here? (What is my problem with Autodesk?)
DebunkTheBIM
NOVEMBER 9, 2013
3/ information management tool providers (unlike in manual drafting days) got given an unprecedented opening to influence a globally active industry. By the early nineties though, they stumbled on a much better recipe than pushing AEC into the digital 3D world. But, they did no good for the industry.
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Writing your book: Your most effective (and challenging) marketing opportunity
Construction Marketing Ideas
AUGUST 23, 2015
When you become, as the writers describe, an “industry rock star” or “global superstar” of course you will be managing and gatekeeping the speaking and media inquiries, but I doubt many of us reading this blog are there yet.). Consult with trusted editors to review your work; and be ready for the criticism.
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48 LIVEXCHANGE 2012: Where Top Projects Find the Best Locations
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
NOVEMBER 12, 2012
” Steve Bonine, DuPont’s manager of Global Grants and Incentives, said the customized itineraries created for attendees at LiveXchange provided an unparalled opportunity to explore dealmaking possibilities. “It’s like speed-dating, and it works,” added Robin Spinks, a partner at Greenfield Consulting.
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63 PSMJ Resources Blog: 8 tips for Better Strategic Planning in 2012
PSMJ Resources
JANUARY 16, 2012
Title the plan “DRAFT.” By labeling your plan “DRAFT,” you encourage everyone to participate and to comment on the tactics and activities required to achieve your goals. Don’t hire a consultant who will learn the A/E business at your expense. Scarlett Consulting. Managing Employees.
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Design Trends Survey: What's in Store for Housing's Look and Feel
Pro Builder
JUNE 14, 2021
What’s on the drawing boards of residential architects today reflects up-and-coming design trends for the next several years, according to a recent survey conducted by Pro Builder in collaboration with the New Home Trends Institute (NHTI) by John Burns Real Estate Consulting. Home Styles on the Horizon: More Modern.
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Moving from Design-Build, DB, to Integrated Project Delivery, IPD
Building Information Management
AUGUST 6, 2013
The owner can play an active role, participating in design and management meetings. An IPD model is fully collaborative with the owner and may or may not include consultants and sub-contractors inside the circle of shared risk & reward, depending on the project. Partially integrating with the owner.
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Do
OCTOBER 31, 2006
Most of the people in attendance were prinipals, owners and managing partners of architectural firms from around our area. This can lead to two conlusions, a) either CAD did nothing to improve our efficieny, or b) as business people we managed to find a way to give away any improved value/productivity that resulted from our adoption of CAD.
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40 BIM Objects, Data, and Information – More than a 3D Pretty Picture – Soooo Much More!
Building Information Management
JUNE 6, 2013
At present, the NBS National BIM Library objects are classified using both the draft Uniclass 2 Work result code and the System name to give a deeper link between the object and specification. Following a period of industry consultation, Uniclass 2 is now being finalized for publication during 2013. National BIM Library Parameters.
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Revit OpEd: Should I Use Revit for this Project?
Revit OpEd
MAY 9, 2012
Is it measured according to the technical drafting staff, the project engineer or manager, the firm, the project or the owner? People still ask even when "Mandated" by management. Comments: Comments are moderated to manage spamming. Ive been a freelance Revit consultant since 2005. 3 comments: SpunkyMom.
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