Planning inspectors and professional staff at the Planning Inspectorate (PINS) are to begin industrial action following a dispute over pay and job evaluation.
Simon Cooper, Technical Director at Advantage Insurance (AHCI) discusses how the company created six new jobs in just six months with the expansion of their technical team.
Building materials supplier, Travis Perkins, has appointed Kieran Griffin as managing director for the group’s Travis Perkins builders’ merchant business following the retirement of Paul Tallentire.
Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) has added six new members of staff to their technical team over the past six months, reflecting the rapid growth of the business.
Kier Group’s board has decided to appoint a new leader to head the company, meaning its chief executive Haydn Mursell will stand down and leave the business with immediate effect.
Engineering and professional services consultancy, WSP, has appointed Stefano Cammelli to enhance the wind engineering service and expertise within the Property and Building unit.
Rydon Construction has appointed former Kier Group director Mark Norris as construction director to lead the delivery of all projects across London and the South East.
A group of 20 electricians who faced severe financial hardship after their pay was withheld have received their wages following the intervention of Unite.
Trade union GMB London has welcomed the unfair dismissal ruling in an employment tribunal for three housing officers dismissed by Barking and Dagenham Council.
Will the Government’s recently announced exceptional talent visa for architects ease the skills shortages in UK construction? How can employers take advantage to address their recruitment needs? Immigration lawyer Anne Morris explains.
A recent BSRIA survey found that 78% of member companies were having trouble finding suitably qualified workers and fewer students are considering related university courses.
Balfour Beatty reveals the appointment of Matthew Steele, former Commercial and Development Director of Network Rail, as Managing Director of its Gas & Water business
