Facilities operations begin when you’re given the keys to the building. But the success of the team is determined well before that—during design, construction and turnover—when meaningful data about the building is...
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Laying the Digital Groundwork: UK Construction Firms Have the Opportunity to Close the Productivity Gap
The UK construction industry has produced many world class projects over the last 12 months. For instance, the new V&A museum on the Dundee waterfront is formed of stunning reconstituted stone panels, mimicking the...
Amanda Fennell
10 of the Most Incredible Construction Time Lapse Videos of the Year
Undoubtedly, building a new skyscraper, school, hospital or stadium from the ground up is an incredible feat. However, it’s easy to get caught up in the day to day that you forget about the progress that was made...
Grace Ellis
12 Skills Every Successful Construction Project Manager Should Have
Top Resources for Construction Project Managers   “If you’re looking for a relaxing profession, choose construction management.” – said no experienced construction project manager ever. While a rewarding career...
Prevent Inefficiencies: Why It’s Time for a Construction Health CheckÂ
This 15-Minute Assessment Can Transform Your Construction Strategy To live a healthy life, prevention is your first line of defense. While few of us actually enjoy visiting the doctor for annual check-ups and are...
Building 101: What Is a Construction Punch List (And How to Improve)
6 Easy Ways to Improve Punch Lists At some point, no matter how much of a joy (or hell) it’s been, every project must come to an end. When they do, it’s not enough to simply watch it fade away through the rearview...
Laser Scanning in Construction: Everything You Need to Know Â
Lasers have been a mainstream part of life – from epic battles in science fiction movies to useful applications in industries like manufacturing. Nevertheless, while the technology has been a bit slower to hit the...
Getting Serious About Net Zero Buildings Â
Construction’s Role in Building a More Carbon-Neutral Future Global temperatures aren’t the only thing heating up around the world; so are climate discussions, and for good reason. Even if we completely halted emission...
Construction RFI: Here’s Everything You Need to Know
An Ultimate Guide to Improving RFIs in Construction Request for information, or colloquially known as a construction RFI. You know they happen, you don’t like them, you don’t like losing time over them and paying for...
5-Steps to Create Better Quantity Takeoffs Â
How to Improve the Cost Estimation Process with Better Quantity Takeoffs Quantity takeoffs are essential in estimating costs most accurately in the construction industry. Along with setting the schedule for materials...