A civil engineer plays quite a few different roles in a project. They’re responsible for everything from designing and planning to managing and creating reports. While these responsibilities are important during a residential project, they’re even more vital in a commercial project. Their role is essential during a large-scale commercial project when the budget and […]
Read MoreCost, reliability and experience are typically the first things people consider when they begin the process of hiring a civil engineer. They often gravitate toward the lowest price or the flashiest proposal. While these aspects are important, they don’t always take everything into account. The best civil engineer will also strive to understand and meet […]
Read MorePlanning any construction project isn’t easy. Building a new home or constructing a major development can be incredibly complex and time-consuming. Unforeseen problems can turn what was once considered an easy or profitable project into a time suck and a money pit. Unknown factors hidden below the soil can cause the project cost to surge […]
Read MorePrecast concrete systems have certain characteristics to consider that will influence the construction depth, span length, layout and stability of the system. In precast concrete construction, most of the structural elements of the project are manufactured at plants away from the construction site and get delivered to the project site, where they simply need to […]
Read MoreDefects in concrete structures can result in potentially catastrophic failure of the structure under certain conditions. It is important for engineers and construction teams to be on the lookout for these defects, such as cracking, crazing, blistering, scaling, efflorescence, curling and dusting, to ensure that the structure being built out of the concrete is capable […]
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