It’s one of real estate development’s hard truths. It’s also one people learn earliest on. What takes too long costs too much. Success or failure of any project is mostly a matter of hour-glass-like ...

Commissioning isn’t a new concept. The term actually dates back to shipbuilding; a commissioned ship is one that’s deemed ready for service. However, a ship must pass several milestones before setting ...

Discover the complete building construction process through a civil engineer’s perspective, from land acquisition and foundation work to finishing, inspections, and long-term maintenance. This step-by ...

Research continues to demonstrate the benefits of green building construction—from an environmental perspective and a financial one. According to the US Green Building Council (USGBC), the initial ...

Concrete is one of the most widely used construction materials, but its production is a significant source of carbon emissions due to the energy-intensive process of cement manufacturing. As the ...

Building information modeling (BIM) technology represents a massive shift in the architecture, engineering and construction sectors. Designed to visualize data and streamline building projects, it ...