With its large contribution to the economic growth of a country, the Construction Industry contributes to more than 14% of the overall global GDP, providing work opportunities to an approximate 7% of the workforce. A recent study on growth opportunities in the industry by Business Wire predicts the growth rate to reach $10.5 trillion by …
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There are many variables to consider when choosing a concrete application method, such as durability, cost, ease of use and resistance. There is no one method superior to the rest, which is why evaluating the pros and cons of every option is necessary to selecting which would best suit an individual construction project’s needs. One …
Since the development of manufacturing processes in the late 1700s, construction companies have become vital in the process of developing cities, towns, and villages. Because of the vast need for construction in general, there are a ton of construction companies in the world. Some of which are small enough for a local city or village, …
One of the most needed processes for a proper construction plan and execution is construction procurement. Something is essential for the entire construction projects. To fully understand construction procurement, one must go over the definition of procurement itself, what construction procurement is, and what procurement management is. Understanding all of these factors will lead to …
Sustainable building is becoming increasingly important as more nations begin to have the capability to build on a larger scale and as environmental initiatives, grants, and regulations are put in place. The EPA lists components of green building as the following: energy efficiency and renewable energy, water efficiency, environmentally friendly materials, waste reduction, lowering toxics, …
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One of the most important aspects of a construction company is a life cycle costing that is used by every business to outline the costs that lay ahead of them fully. To understand this, it’s important to go over what a life cycle cost is, the benefits of life cycle costing, and what a building’s …
What is sustainable construction? Sustainable construction is the process of constructing structures while being environmentally conscious of the material, design, process, and sustainability of the structure and the effect it has on the environment. In simple terms, it’s the process of creating structures in an environmentally friendly way. Companies factor in the design, material, longevity, …
According to the United States Bureau of Labor, the construction industry has been predicted to experience 11% growth between 2016 and 2026. This increase is anticipated to contribute 750,000 employment opportunities to the industry, which is higher than the average for every other occupation. Multiple positions are indicated to be in high demand among the …
The purpose of use or occupancy of a building is a fundamental consideration for the building code. Clients generally share their brainstorming ideas and facility needed and then architect gives shape to reality and grouped the building which is assigned under the code. Buildings are classified into two categories such as based on the occupancy and the …
Construction sites are most susceptible to accidents. Health and safety officer help you manage this process and identify and minimize risks, remove avoidable costs and improve construction project performance. Construction safety is the first thing to considerations while planning a construction project. There are a lot of health and safety laws, rules and regulations in …
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