The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 19, 2020

information given to us: The Architect was hired to create drawings to construct a building The Contractor says the drawings were defective The Owner.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 20, 2022

Texas-based Freeport LNG's partial shutdown through September after June 8 pipeline fire is drawing global market concern, as is extended halt until at least year end of full operation. Firm won't comment on design or structural issues or contractors hired for repairs.

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HardHatChat

AUGUST 28, 2018

In a best-case scenario, a general contractor budgets a job based on thorough architectural and engineered drawings that encompass not only the client’s design intent, but also careful planning for everything from mechanical systems to cosmetic finishes. But in reality, the quality of plans we receive to work with at this stage varies widely.

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HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Delays on Shop Drawings. As soon as we’re awarded the contract for a commercial construction project, we immediately award the job to our subcontractors and release them to start creating shop drawings.

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HardHatChat

JULY 27, 2020

Providing a clear scope of work and investing in quality architectural drawings are key to a successful client-contractor relationship, according to Englewood Construction. But for us, it’s a major red flag when a client is willing to take a number from anyone and everyone just to get to the lowest price.

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BD+C

MAY 29, 2014

It isn''t exactly news that technology now allows us to draw and write digitally, but that usually involves the use of a tablet PC and a stylus. To use iSketchnote, created by startup ISKN and funded through Kickstarter, users place a piece of paper on the tablet-sized device and write with the special ISKN pen.

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Stok

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Stok’s expansion is a strategic next step that allows us to better serve clients across the regions in which they do business. The post Stok Draws Senior Leadership Additions to Rapidly Expanding Team appeared first on Stok. Emmy and Adam are based out of Stok’s Denver office and will service clients across localities.

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Stok

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

stok’s expansion is a strategic next step that allows us to better serve clients across the regions in which they do business. The post stok Draws Senior Leadership Additions to Rapidly Expanding Team appeared first on stok. Emmy and Adam are based out of stok’s Denver office and will service clients across localities.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc. A good example is the shop drawing, which provides detailed plans for fabrications that are completed off-site. They can be drawings for windows, roofing assemblies, storefronts, etc.

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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc. A good example is the shop drawing, which provides detailed plans for fabrications that are completed off-site. They can be drawings for windows, roofing assemblies, storefronts, etc.

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Project Management Drawings Construction Documentation 78

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 19, 2019

Once building begins, plans, specs and drawings are tweaked as efficiencies are noted, errors are corrected or work gets completed throughout the process. Paper has been the traditional format for plans, specs and drawings in construction. Dealing with paper plans and drawings in the field can be a hassle. Want to know more?

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HardHatChat

MARCH 4, 2019

It’s much better to catch something like this while the project is still ‘at the drawing board,’ rather than discover the issue in real time on the job site, and have construction halted while a work-around is found. Best case scenario, we get fully detailed drawings with separate overlays for each mechanical system and trade.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 18, 2023

The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc. A good example is the shop drawing, which provides detailed plans for fabrications that are completed off-site. They can be drawings for windows, roofing assemblies, storefronts, etc. The post What is a submittal in construction?

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Construction Test

MAY 18, 2020

OUR talented young readers have been getting to work with their pencils and paints in their droves and sending us pictures to decorate the walls of the new NHS Nightingale hospital. Conor Surman-Burke’s lovely drawing is also all about the superhuman effort going into beating the bug.

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BD+C

JUNE 16, 2023

Architects are trained to interpret 2D drawings and imagine designs in our heads. Our ability as professionals to fine-tune building systems and design details in 3D allows for a more cohesive building design and reduces possible drawing conflicts that may cause confusion or cost increases in the field.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JUNE 3, 2020

What would be better is to keep a handy “basic” drawing available that is common to all of these drafts you have to make. Then keep using this “format” every time you start a new drawing of that kind. What would be better is to keep a handy “basic” drawing available that is common to all of these drafts you have to make.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 26, 2023

A Common Data Environment for Seamless Collaboration Mark Whitehead, CPAC Modular's Construction Director tells us: "Outdated and incorrect drawings cause major issues on projects. Efficiency is vital – it allows companies to maximise productivity, minimise waste, and meet tight deadlines.

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 6, 2014

Deloitte has announced the opening of a new US Delivery Center located in Lake Mary, FL. The Center will allow Deloitte to provide expanded US-based delivery center capabilities that primarily have a technology focus for public and private sector clients. As many as 1,000 positions could be created in the next four years.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 23, 2020

You can also download a detailed drawing. Dan Burke, of White Wolf Construction and Home Inspection in Columbia, Missouri, shows us how to make a one-piece, seamless, kick-out flashing diverter. ">. You can also download a detailed drawing. VIDEO] Roof, wall flashing installation. Roof-to-wall flashing detail. . . Above grade.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 10, 2023

Wavensmere Homes and Clowes developments have worked with Glancy Nicholls Architects and Pegasus Group to draw up the latest plan for the 150-year-old buildings and wider 11.5-acre “The context of the new homes and several acres of new Public Open Space are also fully illustrated.

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 7, 2023

The Request for Information, or RFI, process on most construction projects is the ongoing, often a daily routine of asking a question and getting an answer about something on the construction drawings. And who has time to sort through all those Q&A’s as they come into the office to figure out what pertains to us? Watch Course

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Contractor Connection

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Contractor Connection, drawing from over two decades of expertise as a managed repair resource for the insurance sector , has positioned itself as an integral solution for the seamless restoration of damages and recovery work. This diversity equips us to handle a broad spectrum of claims efficiently.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

Marketing and business development success largely relates to our ability to persuade individuals and organizations to do business with us, rather than others.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 15, 2022

It seems that the days of ultra-low mortgage rates are behind us, at least for the time being, experts say. Interest rates are rising elsewhere in the economy too, lifted by the Fed’s plans to raise benchmark overnight-lending costs and draw down its support for bond markets. Fri, 04/15/2022 - 10:19. Affordability.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 10, 2024

The company uses adaptive thinking to achieve their greater purpose—sustainable living for all. We sat down with Mostafa Saber , BIM & Design Manager at Diamond Developers as he walked us through his career journey, the challenges he faces while modernising and his vision for the future of construction.

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HardHatChat

APRIL 12, 2019

But by going out for a competitive bid with “design development” (DD) drawings, rather than final plans, clients can really get hurt by cost overruns.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 24, 2023

“Bringing John into the business now allows us to build on this solid foundation and I look forward to working with him and drawing on his considerable experience.” Carlin added: “My experience in the industry is extensive and varied.

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DebunkTheBIM

OCTOBER 19, 2019

The new generation of 20 somethings (and younger) in training or about to enter the AEC, are taught that documenting building is about creating drawings. A good modeller will have plenty of opportunities to model, but rule number one is, that the ‘drawings’ are priority, what consultancies get paid for. Don’t worry.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 24, 2022

From Revit for architectural drawings, BIM Collaborate Pro for pre-engineering to Autodesk Build for construction and asset management, the partner companies soon realised that while technology offers the tools, it is people who really are the most important. “The This helps us diversify our offering,” says Mauno.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 11, 2022

The team uses 2D drawings which are printed and manually marked up with changes or issues as well as spreadsheets to manage certain workflows. We’re really looking forward to creating efficiencies on this project by using digital technology and digital workflows,” says Joe. © Ditte Valente / Metroselskabet.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

DECEMBER 5, 2017

But it reminds us of the power of listening, learning, and experiencing before we draw conclusions. This video by Simon Sinek only indirectly correlates to the observations below. It is an interesting place to be: The Air France business class lounge at Montreal airport, as we prepare for a flight to Paris and then to […].

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MAY 15, 2013

The plans for mass-producing driverless cars aren’t even on the drawing boards of the major automakers, but a new survey shows that an astounding 60 percent of U.S. STEP 4: Deposit us at mass “rehabilitation” centers that have secretly been constructed on former ballistic missile launch sites in the Great Plains.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

MAY 30, 2018

The Canadian Pension Plan and Old Age Security payments (roughly similar to US Social Security) will start and continue for the rest of my life at the end of June. And I’m still drawing a salary and working at […]. A few weeks ago, I reached 65, and the official “retirement” age. My health is good.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 8, 2022

Whether that was setting up sales teams for success or elevating our customers’ experiences–and really the specific value they get out of working with us–those are the things I’d say I’m pretty good at. Walk us through your career and what led you to becoming Global Business Development Manager.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Out of the total US homeowner gains the past 10 years, Latinx Americans accounted for more than 60%. With fewer assets to draw on, it was harder for them to hold onto their homes if and when their homes fell into negative equity, if they lost a job and/or if they otherwise couldn’t make ends meet. But there are large gaps remaining.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This is crucial, given that 48% of all rework on US construction job sites stem from poor project data and miscommunication. Typically, a team might track installations by highlighting a drawing in Bluebeam, entering numbers into a spreadsheet every day in the project office, or even using colored pencils on a hard-copy drawing.

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HardHatChat

MARCH 30, 2020

This is undoubtedly an unprecedented time in our country as efforts to contain the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) are impacting all of us on both personal and professional levels. Bill Di Santo, president, Englewood Construction”.

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