Construction Fleet Management: Using Data to Reduce Vehicle Downtime

Every contractor knows what unplanned downtime costs. Almost none can say which trucks are most likely to be out of service next month, or why the same two always are. That gap is not a data problem. It is a measurement problem, and it has a fairly short list of causes. Calendar maintenance is the […] <p>The post Construction Fleet Management: Using Data to Reduce Vehicle Downtime first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Stop Missing Measurements in Complex Landscape Plans - Advanced Auto Takeoff for Concrete (Clone)

In short Landscape plans pack multiple takeoff challenges into one set of drawings: from plant counts and area calculations to linear edges, irrigation elements, and site furnishings. Takeoff BOOST™’s Expanded Auto Takeoff coverage helps organize these measurement types into one structured review, so you spend less time hunting for measurements and more time estimating the full scope with confidence. Auto Takeoff gives estimators a faster, more organized way to establish the initial measurement set for review. This feature is current in beta testing and will be available for all ConstructConnect Takeoff users soon. Why this matters Takeoff BOOST™ Auto Takeoff helps bring common landscape categories into one reviewable first pass: Trees Shrubs Groundcover and perennials Sod, seed, and turf Planting beds Mulch and decorative aggregate Topsoil and planting soil Landscape edging Irrigation Site furnishings A faster path to the first review Load the landscape plans, verify the scale, select the scope you want to find, and run Auto Takeoff. Takeoff Assist takes over from there, analyzing your plans, details, and specs to determine what needs to be taken off. Takeoff Assist creates conditions and takeoffs on the current plan or on all plans that it determines have Landscaping objects - your choice. As it's working, Takeoff Assist keeps you informed of what it is doing. The payoff for estimators Landscape plans rarely use one measurement convention. Trees and shrubs may be symbols. Beds, mulch, and soil may be hatches or areas. Edging and irrigation may be linears or counts. Site furnishings may be identified by symbols and schedules. Auto Takeoff helps bring those categories together before you price in minutes. The benefit is that you, the estimator, get to reviewable takeoff results in minutes, not hours or days. Auto Takeoff creates Conditions and takeoff and let's you know what it and why in the Takeoff Assist panel. Auto Takeoff and Takeoff Assist let you waste less of your valuable time on poring over plans sets and manually clicking on takeoffs. You can devote more time to accurately pricing your bid, fine-tuning your proposals, and strengthening relationships to make your business more efficient and more profitable. If you aren't satisfied with the results, use natural language to tell Takeoff Assist what else you need. Let's say we wanted to account for the removal of trees or other objects, we just tell Takeoff Assist "Include demo/removal" and it understands what we want and adds those Conditions and takeoff. Keep the estimator in control A symbol may represent several sizes or species. A planting bed may contain multiple materials. Irrigation zones may continue across sheets. Soil may have different depth or preparation requirements. Compare the generated results with plant schedules, planting details, irrigation notes, soil requirements, and site-furnishing schedules, then adjust or add measurements as needed. ImportantTakeoff BOOST's Auto Takeoff is an AI-assisted starting point. Always verify scale, scope, conditions, quantities, and specifications before using results in an estimate. Ready to move from elevation plans to a reviewable takeoff faster? Book a demo of ConstructConnect Takeoff and Takeoff BOOST. Keep an eye out for the next article in this series: Auto Takeoff for Drywall  

Cambridge Uni and Laing O’Rourke launch universal productivity measurement framework

The University of Cambridge Laing O’Rourke Centre has developed a framework for productivity measurement, designed to help businesses unlock the value of their existing data and use it systematically to understand how projects are delivered and where productivity can be improved. The post Cambridge Uni and Laing O’Rourke launch universal productivity measurement framework appeared first on Construction Management.

Social value and construction projects: can it be measured practically by FM clients?

A study by Dr Terence Lam provides a measurement framework for clients assessing social value when procuring construction projects on university estates The post Social value and construction projects: can it be measured practically by FM clients? appeared first on Construction Management.

The Importance of Accurate Load Measurement in Modern Supply Chain Operations

The post The Importance of Accurate Load Measurement in Modern Supply Chain Operations appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Every misweighed pallet is quietly draining your margins. Carrier reweigh fees, rejected loads, overweight fines, damage claims, they pile up across thousands of shipments before most operations even notice. You don’t usually find out there’s a problem until freight invoices start contradicting your shipping records. That moment of realization? It’s expensive and avoidable. Getting load […]

Tom Scott - This is an excuse to show you a really good tunnel 29052023

The Catesby Tunnel, in the UK, is an old Victorian railway tunnel that has a new use: a secretive car testing facility, like a wind tunnel but in reverse. So rather than just show it to the world, Tom thought he'd answer a question: if you stick a camera on the outside of your car, how much does the drag cost you?

Metroun - Googles Most Asked Quantity Surveying Questions Answered 10052023

With over 80% of the search market share, Google is undoubtedly the most popular search engine used worldwide. Additionally, Google captures almost 95% of mobile traffic. So when you or anyone around the world has a question, their first port of call is Google

Metroun - QS Basics - Value Of Work Done (VOWD) Explained, 22022023

One of the main responsibilities you have as a Quantity Surveyor is to value work that has been carried out on a project. This video explores the "VOWD" process - Value of Work Done

Metroun - Quantity Surveyor Vs. Cost Engineer

Metroun take a look at some of the common reasons and explanations behind the 2 terms / job roles as well as some of the similarities and differences between them

Metroun - Is Quantity Surveying For You? 14092022

Quantity Surveyors play a huge role in the management of construction projects and contracts. This video explores some of the personality traits and skills that are suited to this great profession!

Is measurement for valuation a dying art?