The “Greening of Aiken” project is a model, “deep energy retrofit” on the University of Vermont campus. It demonstrates that renovation can out-perform new construction, while meeting a tight budget. This project sets an example for low energy-consuming design and construction, responsible use of natural resources, and healthy learning and work environments.
All electric multi-family buildings 3-30-19scott shell
This is a collection of housing projects in California (mostly) that are all electric (no natural gas use). By eliminating fossil fuels and using California's low carbon electricity their GHG emissions are very low.
The “Greening of Aiken” project is a model, “deep energy retrofit” on the University of Vermont campus. It demonstrates that renovation can out-perform new construction, while meeting a tight budget. This project sets an example for low energy-consuming design and construction, responsible use of natural resources, and healthy learning and work environments.
All electric multi-family buildings 3-30-19scott shell
This is a collection of housing projects in California (mostly) that are all electric (no natural gas use). By eliminating fossil fuels and using California's low carbon electricity their GHG emissions are very low.
Climate-responsive (passive) design is key to green buildings design and is based on the way a building moderates the climate for human good and well-being. Solar energy and wind energy can be effectively combined with climate-responsive design to produce electrical power by photovoltaic (PV) and wind turbines (WT). Today, urbanization and the increasingly dense populations of the world’s largest cities are pushing architects to reach for new heights in sustainable building skyscraper designs. But, there are a few green buildings in this world that capture the eye. This presentation provides a preview of Modern “eco-scrapers” that are bridging the gap between breathtaking building design and clean technological ingenuity .
LEED India + Case Study : CII Sohrabji Godrej, ITC Green Centerbaburajiv2007
A brief intro on LEED India, and its accompanying case studies (architectural) on the platinum rated CII Sohrabji Godrej, Hyderabad & ITC Green Center, Gurgaon
Climate-responsive (passive) design is key to green buildings design and is based on the way a building moderates the climate for human good and well-being. Solar energy and wind energy can be effectively combined with climate-responsive design to produce electrical power by photovoltaic (PV) and wind turbines (WT). Today, urbanization and the increasingly dense populations of the world’s largest cities are pushing architects to reach for new heights in sustainable building skyscraper designs. But, there are a few green buildings in this world that capture the eye. This presentation provides a preview of Modern “eco-scrapers” that are bridging the gap between breathtaking building design and clean technological ingenuity .
LEED India + Case Study : CII Sohrabji Godrej, ITC Green Centerbaburajiv2007
A brief intro on LEED India, and its accompanying case studies (architectural) on the platinum rated CII Sohrabji Godrej, Hyderabad & ITC Green Center, Gurgaon
Cost-effective, code-compliant and sustainable, mid-rise wood construction is gaining the attention of design professionals nationwide, who see it as a way to achieve higher density housing at lower cost—while reducing the carbon footprint of their projects. Yet, many familiar with wood construction for two- to four-story residential structures are not aware that the International Building Code (IBC) allows wood-frame construction for five stories and more in building occupancies that range from business and mercantile to multi-family, military, senior, student and affordable housing. This presentation reviews the benefits of multi-story wood construction, the code requirements and discusses the design techniques used in multi-story wood construction.
Don Talend Below-Grade Parking Boosts Low-Rise Housing DesignDon Talend
Precast's aesthetic benefits and ability to merge with parking facilities make it a strong choice for designers of low-rise multifamily projects across the country, article for Precast Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) Ascent magazine, by Don Talend, brand storytelling, content marketing and demand generation expert. Construction industry
Leeser Architecture creates iconic designs emerging from sites' cultural, social and technological patterns. Using technology to reframe the understanding of architectural conventions and production, Leeser Architecture is morphing powerful environments by shaping and refocusing the conventional awareness of these forces to create complex and richly varied spatial experiences, new programmatic relationships and beautifully simple organizations.
Institutional, office, residential and mixed use cultural, hospitality and retail projects, museums and performing arts centers are areas of particular interest and expertise.
In collaboration with IB Roof Systems, the architect designed an innovative rainwater collection system.
https://www.ibroof.com/portfolio_item/university-university-of-oregon-longhouse/
Enriching engagement with ethical review processesstrikingabalance
New ethics review processes at the University of Bath. Presented at the 8th World Conference on Research Integrity by Filipa Vance, Head of Research Governance and Compliance at the University of Bath. June 2024, Athens
The Team Member and Guest Experience - Lead and Take Care of your restaurant team. They are the people closest to and delivering Hospitality to your paying Guests!
Make the call, and we can assist you.
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Foodservice Consulting + Design
Specific ServPoints should be tailored for restaurants in all food service segments. Your ServPoints should be the centerpiece of brand delivery training (guest service) and align with your brand position and marketing initiatives, especially in high-labor-cost conditions.
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Foodservice Consulting + Design
Employment Practices Regulation and Multinational CorporationsRoopaTemkar
Employment Practices Regulation and Multinational Corporations
Strategic decision making within MNCs constrained or determined by the implementation of laws and codes of practice and by pressure from political actors. Managers in MNCs have to make choices that are shaped by gvmt. intervention and the local economy.
Integrity in leadership builds trust by ensuring consistency between words an...Ram V Chary
Integrity in leadership builds trust by ensuring consistency between words and actions, making leaders reliable and credible. It also ensures ethical decision-making, which fosters a positive organizational culture and promotes long-term success. #RamVChary
The case study discusses the potential of drone delivery and the challenges that need to be addressed before it becomes widespread.
Key takeaways:
Drone delivery is in its early stages: Amazon's trial in the UK demonstrates the potential for faster deliveries, but it's still limited by regulations and technology.
Regulations are a major hurdle: Safety concerns around drone collisions with airplanes and people have led to restrictions on flight height and location.
Other challenges exist: Who will use drone delivery the most? Is it cost-effective compared to traditional delivery trucks?
Discussion questions:
Managerial challenges: Integrating drones requires planning for new infrastructure, training staff, and navigating regulations. There are also marketing and recruitment considerations specific to this technology.
External forces vary by country: Regulations, consumer acceptance, and infrastructure all differ between countries.
Demographics matter: Younger generations might be more receptive to drone delivery, while older populations might have concerns.
Stakeholders for Amazon: Customers, regulators, aviation authorities, and competitors are all stakeholders. Regulators likely hold the greatest influence as they determine the feasibility of drone delivery.
Org Design is a core skill to be mastered by management for any successful org change.
Org Topologies™ in its essence is a two-dimensional space with 16 distinctive boxes - atomic organizational archetypes. That space helps you to plot your current operating model by positioning individuals, departments, and teams on the map. This will give a profound understanding of the performance of your value-creating organizational ecosystem.
Senior Project and Engineering Leader Jim Smith.pdfJim Smith
I am a Project and Engineering Leader with extensive experience as a Business Operations Leader, Technical Project Manager, Engineering Manager and Operations Experience for Domestic and International companies such as Electrolux, Carrier, and Deutz. I have developed new products using Stage Gate development/MS Project/JIRA, for the pro-duction of Medical Equipment, Large Commercial Refrigeration Systems, Appliances, HVAC, and Diesel engines.
My experience includes:
Managed customized engineered refrigeration system projects with high voltage power panels from quote to ship, coordinating actions between electrical engineering, mechanical design and application engineering, purchasing, production, test, quality assurance and field installation. Managed projects $25k to $1M per project; 4-8 per month. (Hussmann refrigeration)
Successfully developed the $15-20M yearly corporate capital strategy for manufacturing, with the Executive Team and key stakeholders. Created project scope and specifications, business case, ROI, managed project plans with key personnel for nine consumer product manufacturing and distribution sites; to support the company’s strategic sales plan.
Over 15 years of experience managing and developing cost improvement projects with key Stakeholders, site Manufacturing Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Maintenance, and facility support personnel to optimize pro-duction operations, safety, EHS, and new product development. (BioLab, Deutz, Caire)
Experience working as a Technical Manager developing new products with chemical engineers and packaging engineers to enhance and reduce the cost of retail products. I have led the activities of multiple engineering groups with diverse backgrounds.
Great experience managing the product development of products which utilize complex electrical controls, high voltage power panels, product testing, and commissioning.
Created project scope, business case, ROI for multiple capital projects to support electrotechnical assembly and CPG goods. Identified project cost, risk, success criteria, and performed equipment qualifications. (Carrier, Electrolux, Biolab, Price, Hussmann)
Created detailed projects plans using MS Project, Gant charts in excel, and updated new product development in Jira for stakeholders and project team members including critical path.
Great knowledge of ISO9001, NFPA, OSHA regulations.
User level knowledge of MRP/SAP, MS Project, Powerpoint, Visio, Mastercontrol, JIRA, Power BI and Tableau.
I appreciate your consideration, and look forward to discussing this role with you, and how I can lead your company’s growth and profitability. I can be contacted via LinkedIn via phone or E Mail.
Jim Smith
678-993-7195
jimsmith30024@gmail.com
1. McHUGH
LOCATION
Chicago, Illinois
SERVICES
Concrete Services
CLIENT
LR Development
ARCHITECT
Solomon Cordwell Buenz & Associates
COST
$33.6 million
At this 70-story condominium tower at Lake
Shore East, McHugh worked as a concrete
subcontractor with longtime building partner
Bovis Lend Lease to create the structure of
340 on the Park, which was briefly the second
tallest all residential high-rise in Chicago and
the second tallest in the United States.
The building continues McHugh’s tradition
of environmental innovation. It is the first
residential tower in Chicago to meet the
stringent certification of the U.S. Green
Building Council LEED Program, Leadership in
Energy and Design. Another innovation was to
create its reinforced concrete floors with speed
and accuracy, McHugh is using flying concrete
forms up to 70 feet, rarely seen on the Chicago
skyline. The building contains a two-and-a-half
story wintergarden at the 25th floor. The north
side of the building is contoured to minimize
interference with the views from Buckingham
Plaza next door. The lower level will be
connected by a public pedway with the Blue
Cross-Blue Shield Tower.
340 On The Park
