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It was great to join DDC Commissioner Thomas Foley, P.E., and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez this morning at New York Building Congress panel and share all the ways we’re building a stronger, safer, more resilient future. Thank you Carlo Scissura for the opportunity to share the role and remit of the public realm team at City Hall. To recap, we are focused on doing 3 things: 1. Hardware - Advancing transformative public space projects to make sure they happen on time and on budget. From Fifth Avenue and Broadway Vision to Chinatown Connections and Queensway, we support capital agencies to get them decisions they need to keep projects moving. 2. Software - Creating vibrant public spaces is not just about building new. The real secret sauce is maintenance and programming which can transform the smallest unassuming spaces into something wonderful. Cities need partners to help us do that maintainance and activation work, but we don’t always make it easy for partners. How do we make it easier for partners to do this work in our public spaces? 3. Orgware - Many agencies have various jurisdictions over public spaces. How can city agencies better coordinate their policies, rules, regulations, and plans in a comprehensive way that is easier to understand for people to understand and navigate? To learn more about our work check out www.nyc.gov/publicrealm

RIBA Plan of Work: how the new Engagement Overlay can support architects ⬇️ We've published our Engagement Overlay to the RIBA Plan of Work, giving architects, other built environment professionals and members of the wider project team a framework for meaningful stakeholder engagement at every stage of a project. We talk to the authors about how better engagement can provide a boost to projects: https://ow.ly/JWwS50Qvp4Z

We are delighted to announce that our Managing Director Dick Clerkin is one of the keynote speakers at next week's National Construction Summit in the Abbotstown campus on April 18th. This year, Dick will be leaning on Clerkin Consulting's experience with MMC Companies, discussing the challenges and risks they face when it comes to scaling for growth, coupled with the strategies that can be deployed to minimise any risk along the way. To get the conversation going... based on your own experiences, what do you see as the key risks and challenges facing the MMC industry, from both an Internal and External viewpoint?

Industry News From Multibriefs.com Fair practices result in a smooth project. It is no secret that when people are playing by the rules, the results tend to be a lot more positive than the alternative. In a construction project, when all parties treat each other with respect and are fair to one another, they save time and money. Read More at njsme.org/news-briefs/

It would be difficult to celebrate our 70th anniversary without recognizing the single most important transformation in Gateway's history - our strategic decision to become a Project Focused Organization (PFO). The Project Focused Organization is an organizational philosophy and structure in which individual projects are the focal element, where everyone and everything in the organization is focused on the selling and executing of projects. The term PFO was first introduced to our President Emeritus, Daniel S. Deiseroth, P.E., when attending a seminar on the philosophy. It was there that Dan met Bob Maxman, an industry professional providing management consultant and support services to architectural, engineering and construction firms. With Bob's guidance, Gateway adopted the PFO structure and hired Mike Zavoina in 1998 as its CEO. The transformation from a traditional, department-based organization to a project focused organization ensured that client projects were always the main focal point of the business. Today, Gateway's practice as a PFO continues to fuel our growth and operational excellence and is one of our core brand pillars: People, Projects, and Purpose. #GatewayEngineers #PeopleProjectsAndPurpose #CivilEngineering #70Years

Sophie Laverick and I recently hosted our first ‘Future Thinkers’ breakfast round table with a mix of developers, quantity surveyors and architects. Our key takeaways are listed below: 1. Early engagement is key. We discussed the benefits of involving contractors from stage 1, fostering collaboration that streamlines processes and enhances project outcomes. 2. Introducing the concept of a build-ability consultant at the consultant stage. This aims to establish a robust foundation for success right from the outset. 3. Beware the pitfalls of squeezing consultant and contractor fees. Our discussion shed light on how it can backfire, jeopardising project integrity and outcomes. 4. Frameworks are our allies! They offer stability, reduced competition, and heightened incentives for all stakeholders involved. As well as accelerating speed to market. 5. Incorporating value engineering options early on, designers empower clients with expanded choices. Thanks to everyone who joined us and thanks to FACTION for co-hosting this with BW: Workplace Experts. Kevin P'ng Rory Archibald George Kernot MRICS James Locke MRICS Amber Luscombe Tom Fuller Stephen Barnard MRICS Kilian Kleine Teddy Hewins Prakash Varsani Katharine Bracey

Choosing Quality, Choosing Chambers Daniel Doherty, Managing Director of GDC Ireland Limited, shares his experience with Chambers in a glowing testimonial. As a house building company based in the northwest for 25 years, GDC Ireland Limited takes pride in the quality of their work. And when it comes to sourcing materials, they rely on trusted partners like Chambers. For a quarter of a century, Chambers has been GDC Ireland Limited's go-to supplier. Daniel highlights the critical importance of choosing suppliers wisely, especially in today's construction landscape where adherence to regulations and standards is paramount. Chambers not only meets these requirements but exceeds them, providing a full range of certified and compliant products. In an industry where the integrity of materials can make or break a project, GDC Ireland Limited places its trust in Chambers without hesitation. Their confidence stems from years of positive experiences – no problems, no compromises, just quality products consistently delivered. Looking ahead, GDC Ireland Limited eagerly anticipates continuing their partnership with Chambers. Because when it comes to building homes that stand the test of time, they know that with Chambers, they're laying the foundation for success. Choose quality. Choose reliability. Choose Chambers. Build with confidence. Ready for your next project? Reach out to our experts today at +44 (0)28 7130 1239. Let's build better together! #WJChambers #Concrete #Construction #BuildingProject #Aggregates #ConstructionIndustry

The CIF Health & Safety Summit will take place on 14th May 2024, at Croke Park, Dublin. Hear from expert thought leaders in the European and UK health and safety space, on how emerging technologies are creating new opportunities and unique challenges for the future of health and safety in the construction industry. Our expert speakers will discuss how can we leverage modern construction methods and digitalisation for enhanced efficiency. Other key industry topics will include: • The importance of psychological safety for high performance; • The impact of new techniques and methods of construction on health and safety in off-site manufacturing/MMC; • Human-centered technologies for a safer and greener construction industry; • Future plans of the Health and Safety Authority in a rapidly changing world of work. https://lnkd.in/dubkvTYV

Productivity is an ongoing concern for the construction sector. The Construction Productivity Conference will gather together those who have the skills to define a roadmap to create a climate for change. Set to return to London in December 2024 – Construction Productivity Conference is a one day conference and supporting pop-up exhibition that will bring together a host of industry leaders to discuss strategy, opportunity, and the future of productivity in the built environment. Why should you speak at events such as Construction Productivity Conference? ·  Receive Leads ·  Showcase Thought Leadership ·  Free Publicity ·   Vast Networking Opportunities If you would like to be considered to present at the Construction Productivity Conference in 2024, please email your name, job title, company and proposed presentation title and description to Francesca Gelmetti on: francesca.gelmetti@radar-communications.co.uk The deadline to submit your ‘Call for Papers’ is 5pm on 19 April! #constructionproductivity #construction #productivity

Securing Capital for Large-Scale Construction Projects: 4 Strategies Securing capital for large-scale construction projects can be a daunting task. In this article, four business leaders share their experiences and strategies, from showcasing ROI and securing diverse investments to adopting a mixed financing approach. Dive into their insights to learn how they navigated these challenging but essential situations. https://lnkd.in/ehqjjqCN Thank you for your insight: @Gil Clark Jr, @Gagan Saini, Peter Capp, Richard Frankel