Eric Wright secures duo of DfE construction contracts
Eric Wright Construction (EWC) has secured two new construction contracts through the Department of Education’s (DfE) major public sector framework.
JV announces acquisition of £17m project in King’s Cross
Prime Pacific and ED Group has announced the formation of a strategic joint venture targeting the central London residential development sector.
Noise breaches up 25% on construction sites, report says
The Building Safety Group (BSG) has reported a 25% increase in the number of noise infringements occurring on construction sites.
Demolition of Great Western sheds complete at HS2’s Old Oak Common
HS2 has completed the demolition of the former Great Western Railway sheds at Old Oak Common as work continues to prepare the way for the high-speed rail project’s West London super-hub.
Pricing a construction project: 5 things I wish I’d known
Speaking to one of Build Aviators experts, Paul, explains 5 things he wishes he’d known about pricing a construction project.
How to foster a culture of site safety in construction
Vizwear explores some of the common signs of poor health and safety in construction and how to foster a culture of site safety.
Crossrail costs rise again as project is plagued with delays
In a written ministerial statement, transport secretary Chris Grayling has revealed that the costs for the Crossrail project are now forecast at around £2.8bn.
Construction firm fined £10k after bricklayer falls from height
Trumax Building Ltd has been fined £10,000 for safety breaches after an employee under the age of 18 fell 2.62 metres through a stairway opening at a site in Scunthorpe.
ACAI calls for clarity on future role of Approved Inspectors
The ACAI has urged the Government to clarify the role of Approved Inspectors (AIs) in its plans for a new system of building regulations.
Joint venture completes sale of Normanton scheme
Kier Property with Maple Grove has sold its Tri-Link140 industrial scheme in Normanton to Huntingdonshire district council for an undisclosed sum.
ISSG reports slow progress on culture change in construction
The Industry Safety Steering Group (ISSG) report says culture change has been slow in the construction industry due in part to its “fragmented nature”.
Interserve appoints Mark Morris as new chief financial officer
Interserve Group has announced the appointment of Mark Morris as its new chief financial officer, effective from 1 September 2019
Mark Morris has many years...
Boris Johnson could help ‘transform the built environment’, says BESA
The new government team led by Boris Johnson has an opportunity to dramatically shift policy on the built environment and deliver higher standards of safety, sustainability and social justice, according to BESA.
Why we must reform the way we procure our infrastructure
Ron Fraser, executive director of Construction Scotland, discusses why the construction industry must reform the way they procure infrastructure.
How developers and planners can meet the needs of local plans
Stephen Pratt at Godwin Developments, discusses securing planning approval for the Landmark building, which is set to become Derby’s tallest building.
L&G announces new operating model for property management
LGIM Real Assets (Legal & General) announces that it has established a new innovative operating model for managing its buildings, which is set to help disrupt the property industry.
Five ways to a greener construction site
Sam Tracey discusses five eco-conscious ways to lower the construction sectors carbon footprint and make a greener construction site.
JCT podcast episode 2: Digital Twin
In this podcast JCT chair, Richard Saxon CBE introduces the concept of the Digital Twin and its application in the construction industry.
Prater secures Manchester Airport Terminal Two package
After successful work on Manchester Airport Pier One and Link Bridge, Prater has been appointed to deliver another complete envelope package to the airport’s new Terminal Two.
Record year for Turner & Townsend as turnover hits £640m
Turner & Townsend reported their ninth consecutive year of growth, with turnover reaching £640m for the year ending 30 April 2019.
£2.9m funding to boost property flood resilience
Communities across England are set to be better protected against the impacts of flooding thanks to £2.9m of government investment, environment minister Thérèse Coffey has confirmed.
VolkerFitzpatrick & Osborne win new Highways England contracts
Highways England has signed a £61.4m contract with supply chain partner Geoffrey Osborne Ltd and a £52.4m contract with VolkerFitzpatrick.
Morgan Sindall to deliver £97.5m Hackney regeneration scheme
Morgan Sindall has been appointed to deliver two schemes for Hackney Council worth a combined total of £97.5m, as part of the Hackney regeneration scheme.
3D CAD & BIM search engine gets the go-ahead
Software developer CADENAS has created a visual search engine to find and download millions of 3D CAD & BIM models from manufacturer catalogues worldwide.
Interserve named as preferred bidder for High Point Academy
Interserve Group has been named as the preferred bidder to build the £8m High Point Academy in Wednesbury, West Midlands.
Thomas Sinden to deliver new homes at infill site in East...
Thomas Sinden has been appointed by Poplar Harca as the contractor to deliver 13 new homes at an infill site in East London.