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Balfour Beatty appoints UK head of aviation

Balfour Beatty has appointed Steve O’Sullivan as head of aviation, responsible for providing leadership to the company’s portfolio of aviation projects.

Former Mitie CEO joins Tideway board

Former Mitie chief executive Baroness Ruby McGregor-Smith CBE has joined the board of Tideway, the company building the £4.2bn Thames Tideway super sewer.

Fastflow Group and United Living merge

Fastflow Group and United Living have joined forces to provide a broadened maintenance and development capability in the property sector.

Construction salaries jump 9% thanks to ‘Brexodus’

Construction salaries have jumped 9% to £45,900 in the 12 months to the end of May according to a survey compiled by Randstad Construction, Property & Engineering.

Geospatial Commission appoints new director

John Manzoni has announced that Thalia Baldwin will be appointed as the new director of the Geospatial Commission from 1 August 2019.

Women in Engineering Day to focus on ‘Transforming the Future’

The theme of this year’s International Women in Engineering Day 2019 (INWED 2019) is “Transforming the Future,” as figures reveal engineering courses rank in the top 10 for women aged 16-35.

Turley announces new head of economics

Turley has announced the appointment of Antony Pollard as head of economics following six years as a director at the firm.

Places for People invests in social value tech start up

Places for People is investing in Mancunian tech start-up, Impact Reporting, to boost its social impact report tool and raise awareness of social value activities.

Atkins’ MetroHome arm appoints new director

Atkins has appointed former Morgan Sindall developer director, Nick Towe as commercial director to drive its development arm, MetroHome.

CPA officially launches new Hire Controller Trailblazer Apprenticeship

The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has officially launched the new Hire Controller (Plant, Tools and Equipment) Trailblazer Apprenticeship.

Self-employed tradespeople exposed to financial risk, says research

UK's self-employed tradespeople could be personally exposed to the various risks associated with running a business, Qdos, has revealed.

Construction T Level roll-out to begin from September 2020

Education Secretary Damian Hinds has confirmed that new T Level qualifications in Digital, Education and Construction will become a reality from September 2020.

Amey Challenge Cup encourages girls into STEM

Ahead of International Women in Engineering Day on 23 June, Amey is hosting a series of competitions across the UK, including the Challenge Cup.

NBS appoints new chief revenue officer

Technology platform for the construction industry, NBS, has announced the appointment of Chris Slinn as its new chief revenue officer.

Wates expands business as it launches Wates FM

The Wates Group is set to expand its facilities management offering with the launch of Wates FM – a new business with expanded nationwide capabilities.

Construction won’t reach gender equality until 2194

GMB, the construction union, has revealed it will take nearly 200 years to achieve gender equality in the construction industry.

Peter Bamfield joins highways executive team at Amey

Amey has announced the appointment of Peter Bamfield as business director to its highways executive team.

Van Elle appoints former Balfour Beatty MD

Van Elle has appointed former MD of Balfour Beatty Ground Engineering, Malcolm O’Sullivan, to head its largest division.

MJ Gleeson CEO quits over pay dispute

MJ Gleeson has revealed that following extensive discussions, CEO Jolyon Harrison will step down from his position due to a dispute over pay and succession.

Encouraging women into manufacturing and engineering sectors

Women across the region are being encouraged to find out more about career opportunities in the manufacturing and engineering sectors at an event this month.

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