FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Our previous blogs describe the “what,” “how, ” and “why” of the TaBRA method from a technical perspective. As we continue to work with clients, we’ve become more aware of how TaBRA can be used as an enabler for culture change regarding safety. The final procedure should be what they need. How It Works. Why It Works. An Example.

Risk 120

Risk Safety Union OSHA 120

HardHatChat

JULY 11, 2013

Construction season is upon us, and you know what that means…rising commercial construction costs. The best general contractors can help soften the blow of price escalations through best practices and being savvy. A missed detail or shoddy work in commercial construction design can end up costing a lot.

Commercial 276

Commercial Construction Bidding Chicago 276

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Construction bids are critical to winning more work, so it pays to have a solid understanding of what they entail and what you can do to improve your bidding performance. . In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about construction bids. Why You Didn’t Win That Bid.

Bidding 52

Bidding Construction Contractors Contract 52

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.

OSHA 156

OSHA Inspections Conference Employment 156

Levelset

APRIL 1, 2022

As a contractor or sub, you can expect to incur many costs during the course of a construction project. Filing insurance claims for a construction site theft can increase the contractor’s premium, meaning they’ll have to pay more for coverage moving forward. Insurance claims. Schedule delays. Restricted cash flow.

Site 52

Site Cash Flow Insurance Construction 52

Construction Junkie

MARCH 9, 2021

What were challenges they overcame? What would they do differently? Marni Hogen, Director of Health and Safety at Mortenson How did you get into the Construction industry ? I quickly appreciated the fact that this business is not about who you know it’s about how hard you work and earning the respect of your team.

Safety 98

Safety Construction Industrial US 98

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Freedom from danger is a wonderful concept, but to make that goal a reality requires considerable planning, training, commitment, management skills, and above all THINKING about workplace safety. When thinking about safety you should consider: Are you using the appropriate personal protective equipment for the job?

Safety 48

Safety Accidents Equipment OSHA 48

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Top Resources for Construction Project Managers. “If If you’re looking for a relaxing profession, choose construction management.” – said no experienced construction project manager ever. If and when things go wrong, you can bet the manager will be the first to hear about it, and frequently, the first to receive the blame.

Project Management 52

Project Management Management Construction Risk 52

cnstrctr

JANUARY 4, 2020

Working together requires that each of the team members know their roles and responsibilities and what they are required to deliver. A construction contract is a tool that you can use to help outline these requirements. What exactly is a construction contract, how can it be used and what are the different types?

Contract 88

Contract Construction Finance Documentation 88

Safety Services Company

JULY 12, 2018

Whether you’re an experienced professional, or new on the job, we’re going to offer something for everyone! All incidents resulting in near misses or injuries need to be investigated. The minimum elements of your company’s plan should include: Emergency escape procedures and escape route assignments.

Accidents 48

Accidents Construction Safety Injury 48

Safety Services Company

JULY 12, 2018

Whether you’re an experienced professional, or new on the job, we’re going to offer something for everyone! All incidents resulting in near misses or injuries need to be investigated. The minimum elements of your company’s plan should include: Emergency escape procedures and escape route assignments.

Accidents 48

Accidents Construction Safety Injury 48

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

If you haven’t heard, registration for Autodesk University 2021 (AU) is now open! No matter where you’re at in your construction career, or what business goals you’re out to achieve, get ready for a set of construction classes designed to leave you with a long list of actionable takeaways. The preconstruction process.

Autodesk 52

Autodesk Construction BIM Modeling 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 23, 2023

We can all agree on the importance of data, but raw data is practically useless unless it’s digestible and actionable. It can come in the form of charts, graphs, maps, diagrams, and other visual tools to help project stakeholders better understand data. And it’s not just about speed.

Visualization 119

Visualization Construction Safety Autodesk 119

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 7, 2023

Inaccurate estimates might not be the root of all evil, but they sure can derail a project. When projects go over budget, they result in frustration, delays, missed timelines, terminated relationships, and loss of reputation for companies. Let’s dive in. Let’s dive in. What is construction cost estimation?

Estimating 98

Estimating Construction Budgeting Budget 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 15, 2023

Additionally, the construction has made significant strides in sustainability and inclusivity, so professionals can contribute to a greener future while enjoying a more diverse work environment. Utilizing a data-driven and detail-oriented approach, she guides departmental collaboration and manages the customer experience."

Autodesk 52

Autodesk Construction Innovation BIM 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 9, 2023

Construction often involves complex logistical planning and coordination, but what happens when you add a building in one of the harshest environments on earth to the mix? And The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is on a mission to do just that—which is where the Antarctic Infrastructure Modernization Programme (AIMP) comes in.

Construction 98

Construction BIM Modeling Revit 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 1, 2023

We don’t need to tell you that planning and executing construction projects call for a lot of moving parts and coordination. There are budgets to manage, timelines to hit, stakeholders to align—and, of course, a whole lot of construction assets to track.

Autodesk 98

Autodesk Schedule Construction Management 98

Construction Test

MAY 5, 2020

‘I reckon we can train you to use a ventilator in a day or so,’ he said. They were clearly taking coronavirus very seriously and I began to feel quite anxious about what lay ahead. He is recovering from a chest infection and I chat about coronavirus and what could be done to protect him. March 16-22.

iPad 26

iPad US Commissioning Maine 26

Fieldwire

JANUARY 16, 2024

Effective construction project management requires you to balance multiple moving parts. A rapidly changing landscape means employing numerous strategies to get the job done to your client’s satisfaction. What should you know to maximize your profits and grow your business?

Project Management 52

Project Management Management Construction Life Cycle 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 12, 2021

Construction accounting software is a must-have, but may seem daunting to implement new solutions if your accounting technology hasn’t kept up with the complexities of your growing business. The Basics of Construction Accounting & What Makes It Different. It will also dictate who you do business with and how.

Accounting 52

Accounting Software Software FASB 52

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

How do your preventative and routine facilities maintenance checklists and procedures compare to the following? Recommended Tools, Materials, and Equipment: 1. This standard is not intended to address all fall protection related equipment. All fall protection equipment is required by OSHA to be checked prior to each use.

Inspections 100

Inspections Equipment Electrical Safety 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

By leveraging current and historical data as well as machine learning, companies can make predictions about future outcomes. These predictions can then be used to make more informed decisions and strategize next moves. Pype ’s Smart Plans leverages AI to manage core construction documents, including spec books and submittals.

Innovation 98

Innovation Construction Resource Safety 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 10, 2021

Everyone has a general idea of what the presentation is about, so team members decide to tackle their sections separately and plan to get together to combine their work. Doing so would have prevented the headaches of having to edit and reconstruct the presentation. What are Connected Workflows?

Construction 52

Construction Risk Management Project Management 52

ProcurementExpress.com

JULY 15, 2019

They manage multiple projects, purchase a large quantity of materials, and work with a variety of subcontractors and vendors. There’s a lot to be said about the impact automation can have on processes like accounts payable, procurement, and more. Embrace Automation. We’ve talked about this on, well, too many occasions to count.

Cash Flow 68

Cash Flow Contractors Budgeting Budget 68

ProcurementExpress.com

JULY 15, 2019

They manage multiple projects , purchase a large quantity of materials, and work with a variety of subcontractors and vendors. There’s a lot to be said about the impact automation can have on processes like accounts payable, procurement , and more. Embrace Automation. We’ve talked about this on, well, too many occasions to count.

Cash Flow 52

Cash Flow Contractors Budgeting Budget 52

Pro Builder

APRIL 5, 2021

What sets the very best builders apart? To get a game in, you had to play fast. To win, you couldn’t waste moves. And it occurred to me that the principle of tempo, in conjunction with rhythm, is so much of what separates the merely good from the truly great players in home building. cbroderick.

Resource 93

Resource Management Consulting Detroit 93

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 23, 2022

Equip Your 2022 Projects With the Right Construction Data and Stats for Success. From measuring bid-to-win ratio, to how much a project is over budget or schedule, and KPIs , the more numbers you can put behind your work, the better. trillion was what the Construction Market was valued in 2021.

Statistics 98

Statistics Industrial Autodesk Construction 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 11, 2023

Rework Busters: How to Save Time, Money and Frustrations “Not good enough; do it again!” … is no one’s favorite sentence to hear on the job. As humans, we like to move forward, not backward, and nothing frustrates us like having to retrace our steps and complete a task we thought we’d already checked off the list. Who is responsible?

Construction 52

Construction Design Documentation Products 52

Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 26, 2014

Lately many of our contractor clients have told us how much they appreciate working with us because we really do understand them and the construction industry in which they work and play. Ask the same questions over and over until I would take the task and do it myself. Six Reasons Why Contractors Hire Us. #01

Contractors 48

Contractors Accounting Documentation Project Management 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 10, 2014

The answer is to develop a Universal Standard Of Measurement (USM) for your Construction Company and stick with it. There is no "app" or magic formula you can buy and put in place in ten minutes. The Hardest Work You Will Ever Do Is Think. The Most Profit You Will Earn Will Come From Thinking.

Contractors 48

Contractors Accounting Profitability Management 48

Construction Test

MAY 7, 2020

We also know that many of us are itching to get back out there as soon as it’s safe, which is why now may be the perfect time to cast your mind forward and consider your journeys for next year. So where do you want to go? What do you want to experience? Above all, what can we look forward to?

Travel 26

Travel Plans US Industrial 26

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Managing pandemic disruptions and getting projects over the finish line has required a well-tempered balance of leadership, creativity, and innovation to solve incredibly challenging problems. Senior BIM Manager. Prior to Amazon, he was the Senior BIM-VDC Manager at Schiavone Construction Co. Betsy Bice , Truebeck Construction.

Construction 52

Construction BIM San Francisco Management 52

Revit OpEd

APRIL 14, 2016

In past years I've proposed a What's New in Revit session for RTC Australasia. As a part of the crew for the Revit Technology Conference ( RTC Events ) I also see class proposals for a great many people who really want to say what's on their mind. Autodesk has their own interpretation of what are big new features and sometimes I agree.

Revit 40

Revit Fabrication Schedule Modeling 40

Revit OpEd

JUNE 13, 2012

I’m doing some research on Room separation lines, as to how and why architects use them, and when is appropriate. From a program standpoint, I was surprised to find out that while room separation lines can be assigned to a workset and that workset can be unloaded (through a linked file) from the MEP model.

Revit 76

Revit Zoning Autodesk Modeling 76

Revit OpEd

APRIL 17, 2012

Dave writes: "Does it seem to your readers that its often more efficient to create separate families than try to make one that "flexes" correctly to make all the possible types we need? So what do my readers think? I do remember an interesting discussion at one of AUs Un-Conferences. Content or Content.

Revit 56

Revit Autodesk Modeling Conference 56

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 1, 2023

Rework Busters: How to Save Time, Money, and Frustrations “Not good enough; do it again!” … is no one’s favorite sentence to hear on the job. As humans, we like to move forward, not backward, and nothing frustrates us like having to retrace our steps and complete a task we thought we’d already checked off the list.

Construction 52

Construction BIM Estimating Documentation 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 11, 2024

These technologies can also streamline the design review process and help teams produce more accurate estimates, thus "reducing budgets and timeline deviations by an estimated 10-20% and engineering hours by 10-30%." To help you do that, we've compiled a roundup of expert insights and predictions from industry thought leaders.

Construction 137

Construction Industrial Modeling Autodesk 137