GMI Construction signs charter to support young care leavers
GMI Construction Group has signed up to the Care Leaver Friendly Employer Charter, which was launched to reduce the number of young care leavers not in education, employment, or training.
Digital technologies will power the shift to Infrastructure 4.0
Infrastructure desperately needs updating and modernising to withstand the effects of climate change, rapid urbanisation and sustainability regulations. Digital technologies provide the tools to do so, says Gary Wong, industry principal – global infrastructure and water, AVEVA.
Beard completes new premises at the Park Centre in Knowle
Bristol-based construction firm Beard has completed new premises for The Park Centre in Knowle to house a number of community groups.
How construction utilises renewable energy to create a net zero carbon-built...
Anthony Maguire, director of Longevity Power, explores how the construction industry is utilising renewable energy to achieve a net zero carbon-built environment.
Boss Cabins donates standalone cabins to Ukrainian refugees
UK welfare manufacturer Boss Cabins is donating two of its standalone welfare cabins to help Ukrainian refugees.
Pegasus Group secures planning permission for 300 homes in Downham Market
King’s Lynn & West Norfolk Borough Council has approved a reserved matters planning application for 300 homes in Downham Market by Pegasus Group.
Construction Skills Certification Scheme launch ‘Smart Check’ app
The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) has developed a ‘Smart Check’ app to boost competence and fight fraud.
Hub South West appointed to deliver new Dumfries High School
Dumfries and Galloway Council has appointed hub South West Scotland to develop the new Dumfries High School as part of Phase 2 of the Scottish Government’s Learning Estate Investment Programme.
Pocket Living secures £19.3m debt facility with Pluto Finance
Housing developer Pocket Living has secured a £19.3m debt facility with Pluto Finance against its recently completed Addiscombe Grove development in Croydon.
RICS launch revised service charge code for housing association tenants
Housing association tenants of long leasehold flats are to be included under a revised service charge code, alongside other proposed changes announced as part of a consultation by RICS.
How skilled women are breaking down barriers and building careers in...
What was once considered a male-dominated world is now home to ambitious, skilled women who are breaking down the barriers to smash gender stereotypes and bring a fresh perspective to the ever-changing construction industry.
The importance of sustainability for the future of housebuilding
Victoria Brocklesby, COO at Origin, explores why sustainability must be the priority for the future of housebuilding, in the modern age.
Sarah Burgess appointed as Rangeford group sales and marketing director
Sarah Burgess has been appointed as Rangeford group sales and marketing director to expand the wider marketing, communications, sales, brand and PR strategy.
UK Construction Week Innovation Zone to showcase green construction innovations
UK Construction Week Innovation Zone, held at London’s ExCel from 3-5 May, will showcase the sector’s green change-makers, demonstrating the latest construction innovations.
Planning sent off for £20m Hayfield Manor development in North Oxfordshire
Hayfield has submitted planning to Cherwell District Council for a £20m Hayfield Manor Development, comprising of 40 zero carbon ready luxury homes.
Manningham Housing Association purchases 19 homes at Daisy Fields, Bradford
Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has purchased 20 affordable, 2-bed and 3-bed homes at Daisy Fields, close to Bradford city centre.
BricsCAD AX3000 MEP Suite admitted to CITF’s Pre-Approved BIM Software List
Bricsys, part of Hexagon, announces that BricsCAD AX3000 MEP Suite has been admitted to the Construction Innovation and Technology Fund’s (CITF) Pre-approved BIM Software List.
Grainger Plc expands portfolio with Midlands built to rent development
Grainger Plc has expanded its portfolio of private rental homes with a new Midlands built to rent development, located in central Birmingham.
Acorn Property announces £390m residential development drive
Acorn Property has announced a £390m residential development drive across the South West, which will provide 821 homes and add to the Group's £1.2bn development pipeline.
HSB successfully completes acquisition of Premier Guarantee
HSB (UK and Ireland) has successfully completed its acquisition of Premier Guarantee, a leading provider of structural warranty and part of the MD Group.
Kier adopts Procore as part of its digital first business ambitions
Kier has selected Procore's enterprise-ready platform solution to aid its transition towards becoming a digital first business.
Lodge Park Homes secures £3.3m funding for Wavendon new build scheme
Lodge Park Homes has secured a £3.3m funding package from Paragon to support its Wavendon new build scheme, Laine Rise in Milton Keynes.
Amazon Property announces £250m real estate fund in alternatives sectors
Amazon Property has committed a £250m real estate fund to invest in joint venture opportunities in the logistics, managed office solution, PBSA, Life Sciences, and retirement sectors.
Conway Point housing scheme will help Wirral residents get on the...
One Vision Housing’s new development, the Conway Point housing scheme, will deliver 46 modern Rent to Buy apartments in Wirral.
David Taylor appointed as Energy Assets chief executive officer
David Taylor has been appointed as Energy Assets chief executive officer, a leading energy metering, data services, network ownership and utilities construction company.
BAM appointed to design-reviewed 5.5 Star NABERS building – a net...
BAM Construction has been appointed by Quadrum to deliver a new net zero carbon office in Victoria, the UK's first design-reviewed 5.5 Star NABERS building.