Job Order Contracting

MAY 6, 2022

Shared profit and risk and jointly developed project goals and values are keystones for team alignment for any project. Research has readily demonstrated significant improvements are possible in the overall project delivery process from a cost, schedule, and quality perspective, as well as improved inter and intraorganizational relationships.

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Procurement Plans Construction Life Cycle 219

Pro Builder

JUNE 5, 2020

OSHA Updates List of COVID-19 Resources for Construction Industry . The information includes a construction-industry-specific webpage with coronavirus-related guidance for construction employers and workers. It includes recommended actions to reduce the risk of exposure to the coronavirus. Fri, 06/05/2020 - 09:00. Peter Fabris.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 30, 2023

Industrialized Construction Bridges the Gap Between Traditional and Future Building – Q&A with Salla Eckardt Salla Eckardt has built a career by challenging the status quo to forge a path of growth and innovation. How is industrialized construction shifting how the industry plans, designs, and builds?

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Industrial Construction Fabrication Innovation 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 30, 2023

With over 20 years of experience–most recently working for Microsoft as its Director of Digital Building Lifecycle and Innovation–Salla has built a reputation in the construction industry for fostering programs that utilize emerging technology and innovative applications to inform digital strategy.

Industrial 52

Industrial Construction Fabrication Innovation 52

BD+C

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Erik Barth Regulations Mass Timber Wood The Changing Built Environment The U.N.’s s International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) sixth assessment report on climate change is an urgent call to action for the building industry. C, up to 14% of species assessed by the IPCC report will face a high risk of extinction.

Concrete 111

Concrete Environment New York City Accounting 111

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. Manage opportunities and risk to maximise return on investment. The same is true for creating clear targets for scheduling, energy performance, etc.

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Construction Risk Budgeting Budget 148

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. Data Holds the Key to Long-Term Industry Resiliency. From Data to Wisdom: A Framework to Improve Project Outcomes.

Risk 52

Risk Management Construction Autodesk 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Construction teams are increasingly faced with two competing realities on projects today: a shortage of skilled workers and consistently condensed project schedules. More visibility into the field workforce means teams can track, measure, and then improve productivity while better mitigating risk.? . Insights to make safer jobsites .

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Demand from the construction industry continues to skyrocket with society’s need for more housing, infrastructure, and data. And while the industry does find this increased demand rather attractive from a growth standpoint, access and availability of labor resources prove to be an added challenge.  .   The workaround?

Industrial 52

Industrial Engineering Construction Fabrication 52

Fieldwire

MARCH 1, 2022

Solid Risk Management. Potential bottleneck: Lack of comprehensive risk management can have grave consequences on a construction site, resulting in a heightened risk profile and, in turn, a higher risk of incidents that may cause bottlenecks. There is also a lack of existing skilled labor in the industry.

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Risk Construction Equipment Management 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Every year, Autodesk University (AU) brings industry knowledge to light, leaving construction professionals from across the globe with a wealth of actionable insights. Jump to industry learning: Great decisions require access to great data. trillion in global construction industry costs in 2020. That includes $88.69

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Autodesk Industrial Construction BIM 52

HardHatChat

JANUARY 17, 2023

You succeed in a challenging environment by being adaptable to change, open-minded to new ideas, and focused on solutions. As we mentioned in previous posts, last year presented various challenges for the commercial construction industry. For example, the project can be at risk if you only chase after the lowest bid.

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Commercial Retail Construction Permits 156

cnstrctr

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Construction Management is a form of contract within the construction industry that is used throughout the world. Some of the risk for the overall scope of the project is placed back on the contractor. In each region these may be tweaked or named differently: Construction Management At Risk. Get Involved In The Project Early.

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Management Construction Industrial Contract 60

HardHatChat

MARCH 27, 2018

can have a positive impact on a construction project’s schedule and budget. Something we’re hearing a lot about in our industry right now is the growing trend and popularity of prefab and modular commercial construction solutions. Labor Efficiencies: Plus, on-site labor needs are more streamlined for prefabricated items.

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Commercial Union Construction Site 328

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

While many businesspeople swear by hard work and technical proficiency as the key ingredients of success, within the construction industry, there is a broader understanding that success is built on more than just structural expertise and hard work.

Industrial 130

Industrial Accounting Viewpoint Construction 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 1, 2023

While the primary purpose of an RFI is to reduce the need for time-consuming and expensive rework, the process itself is time-consuming and negatively impacts schedules and budgets. We believe it’s truly how we make the industry more efficient, safer, and better for everyone involved. On average, there are 9.9

Construction 96

Construction Autodesk Schedule Design 96

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 5, 2023

Today, I feel compelled to share a personal story about managing mental health while working in the construction industry. It can become incredibly stressful when working in an industry still grappling with how to address the mental health needs of its workers. By receiving the help that I needed, I felt valued and respected.

Industrial 52

Industrial Management Construction Environment 52

Lets Build

AUGUST 5, 2022

Better planning and scheduling. Inefficient scheduling is one of the largest reasons why construction professionals see productivity loss on the job site. That productivity loss takes the form of things like scheduling workers before their role is needed or scheduling them in congested areas, resulting in inefficiency all around.

Construction 78

Construction Schedule Plans Organization 78

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Well, in the construction industry, one might add RFIs (Requests for Information) to that list. Sid Haksar, Autodesk's Senior Director and Head of Strategy and Industry Partnerships, believes there are viable steps the construction industry can take to put an end to RFIs. But are RFIs truly as unavoidable as we think?

Construction 64

Construction Risk Industrial Site 64

Construction Cost Estimating

SEPTEMBER 15, 2018

The Automation of the Construction Industry Robotic technology changes the construction industry by providing secured operating environments. Besides, factors like environment and location should be taken into consideration when recognizing the perfect solution. The safety should be maintained at all levels of operation.

Industrial 40

Industrial Construction Safety Environment 40

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 24, 2019

The construction industry collects mounds of data. As business technologies grow across all industries and younger, more data-informed professionals enter the construction workspace, contractors are diving deeper into their data by deploying business intelligence solutions in construction that fuel real-time analytics.

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Construction Software Software Contractors 163

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

While no one can predict the future with 100% accuracy, we can make an educated guess on what will happen in 2024 in the construction industry. Without a shared place to store and access communication, you risk losing historical records completely after project completion or if someone leaves the company. Learn more about Schedule.

Project Management 80

Project Management Management Autodesk Schedule 80

Construction Specifier

JULY 11, 2023

This test method has become an industry standard and is called the ‘lateral water migration resistance test’. If a breach occurs in the membrane, the adhesive prevents water under hydrostatic pressure from migrating between the membrane and the concrete, limiting the risk of waterproofing failure.

Industrial 40

Industrial Concrete Inspections Certification 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Taiichi Ohno, an industrial engineer at Toyota, pioneered the thinking and processes that are now known as Lean. Ultimately, any industry could benefit from pursuing these goals. Let’s review the core elements of Lean Construction and the advantages it offers the industry. How Does Lean Fit into the Construction Industry?

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Construction Schedule Plans Products 85

Building Radar

JANUARY 14, 2020

Top trends in the construction industry 2020 How will the construction industry develop in 2020? What trends will determine the industry? We have studied and evaluated numerous sources – discover with us the most important trends and developments in the construction industry in 2020. And what does that mean for you?

Industrial 52

Industrial Construction Forecasting Plans 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 13, 2023

” This quote primarily relates to personal finance, but his advice also rings true in the construction industry. Recognize that risks are part of the territory Reducing risk starts by recognizing it. We typically become more accepting of risk. Risk mitigation is very important.

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Profitability Risk Construction Autodesk 98

Fieldwire

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

One thing is clear: construction continues to be one of the most dangerous industries in the world. Furthermore, they often work in hazardous or difficult locations (for example, at heights or in confined spaces) or in bad weather, which only heightens the risk. In 2019, 1,071 workers in the U.S. alone died doing construction work.

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Safety Site Construction Equipment 94

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Data cited by ADP indicates that around 41% of the current construction workforce will retire by 2031, which means the industry faces a potential talent vacuum that could further strain project timelines and costs. Due to the industry's inherent safety risks, candidates may be more discerning about the firms they work with.

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AGC Construction Safety Autodesk 105

FDR Safety

JANUARY 16, 2020

On December 10, 2019 OSHA published CPL 03-00-022 , National Emphasis Program on Amputations in Manufacturing Industries. FDRsafety has unique expertise to guide employers in tackling setup questions using risk assessment, documenting infeasibility of LOTO and developing an effective Alternative Method to LOTO.

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OSHA Inspections Safety Equipment 120

Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

construction industry more complex than ever before. However, the post- COVID-19 environment brings new challenges, worries, and concerns for workers. . Improved Scheduling. Scheduling has always been a challenge for home builders (and construction, in general), and COVID-19 restrictions made it worse.

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Safety Schedule Site Management 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 12, 2022

Preconstruction planning gives all stakeholders the opportunity to get on the same page to discuss the crucial project details—including objectives, design, schedule, budget, etc. This mitigates risk and uncertainty, ultimately increasing the chances of a successful and well-executed project. . Conduct a Risk Assessment.

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Plans Documentation Schedule Risk 52

ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

industry jobs. Environment. Power & Industrial. Survey Schedule. Viewpoint: The Case for Neutral, Third-Party Schedulers. I was recently asked to participate in a debate on scheduling specifications at Stanford University. contact us. ENR Subscriber Login ». -->. -->. ENR subscriber login » -->.

Schedule 52

Schedule Viewpoint Conference Claims 52

ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

industry jobs. Environment. Power & Industrial. Survey Schedule. Contractors Should Beware of Recovery Risks. Description: Contractors face recovery risk when they take on too much work after they’ve depleted their staff, cash and other resources. Industry forecasts. Risk management.

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Risk Engineering Contractors FAQ 48

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 10, 2022

When change orders happen, they can affect the relationship with the client and could have a considerable impact on the schedule of the overall job. During my time in the industry, I was fortunate enough to learn from the best. As a result, project managers take on more personal and professional risk than most professionals.

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Project Management Management Construction Change Orders 98

Lets Build

MAY 20, 2020

at UK BIM Task Force) during the recent Virtual Town Hall , organised by LetsBuild, perfectly describe the situation that the construction industry is currently in. Like every other industry around the world, construction is suffering the unprecedented impact of the Coronavirus outbreak. Some will handle the crisis better than others.

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Construction Innovation Industrial BIM 179

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 31, 2023

In the race to meet surging construction demand and reduce risk, the industry is turning to innovative solutions such as prefabrication and modular construction to increase productivity and protect margins. To be successful, teams need a clear understanding of material needs, labor requirements, and scheduling.

Autodesk 98

Autodesk BIM Innovation Materials 98

Fieldwire

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

As an example, a prime contractor on a residential project might serve as the primary source of information for the homeowner, but occasionally rely on a subcontractor to communicate specific scheduling or other details to the homeowner. Schedule Demo. Healthy Culture. Quality management includes both quality control (i.e.,

Profitability 98

Profitability Contractors Management Contract 98