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I-Construct launches its Enterprise Readiness events programme
I-Construct launches its free Enterprise Readiness events programme to help spark entrepreneurship and innovation in the construction sector.
Helen Redfern appointed as Kier’s chief people officer
Helen Redfern has secured the role as Kier's chief people officer following her successful approach to HR in the construction industry.
What are the legal implications of long-COVID in construction?
Employment lawyer, Rebecca Mahon, and Health and safety consultant, Mark Littlejohns, give their take on the legal implications of long-COVID in construction workplaces.
Amey and Renaisi partnership creates work placements for refugee professionals
Amey has partnered with Renaisi to create work placements for five refugee professionals in Amey Consulting’s Advisory & Analytics business.
Sam Foglia appointed as Hayfield contracts manager
Sam Foglia has been appointed as Hayfield contracts manager to oversee three of its developments, located in Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire.
Tom James appointed as Nexus Planning associate director
Tom James has been appointed as Nexus Planning associate director at its Birmingham office, to strengthen the consultancy’s growing network and capability across the UK.
David Ewing appointed as the new Morrison Construction managing director
The Galliford Try group is pleased to announce that David Ewing has been appointed as the new Morrison Construction managing director.
Scotframe appoints new commercial sector director
Leading timber frame specialist Scotframe has strengthened its commercial team with Tony Campbell as the new commercial sector director.
BESA updates security following online testing fraud
The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has carried out a full review and updated its security procedures following online testing fraud.
Construction unions protest ‘rate for job’ on new energy project in...
Construction unions are protesting at Leeds Civic Hall to ensure 'rate for job' on a new waste-to-energy plant project at Skelton Grange.
Henry Boot Construction to build landmark Pound’s Park in Sheffield
Henry Boot Construction has been appointed to deliver Pound’s Park, a new public park in Sheffield, with work set to get underway this month.
Kier to host West Midlands construction recruitment day
Kier has announced that it is hosting its first in-person construction recruitment day of 2022 in the West Midlands, as it looks to fill over 100 job vacancies.
Orbit Homes is celebrating after recycling unused wood weighing more than...
Orbit Homes is celebrating after recycling unused wood weighing more than 200 tonnes from its construction sites, following a partnership with sustainable social enterprise, Community Wood Recycling.
Prioritising mental wellbeing in construction will save lives
Male construction workers suffer with mental health issues and so it is vitally important that mental wellbeing in construction is taken seriously.
Gleeds appoints Natascha McIntyre-Hall as new head of regeneration
International property and construction consultancy Gleeds has appointed Natascha McIntyre-Hall as its new head of regeneration.
GMI becomes latest member of the 5% Club thanks to successful...
GMI's construction apprenticeships and undergraduate work placements have earned it a position in the prestigious 5% Club.
New free construction site diary app supports seamless digital working
A free construction site diary app is making waves in the industry by offering digital working alternatives to outdated paper-based systems.
SNC Lavalin appoint Joe St. Julian as the new president of...
SNC Lavalin has appointed Joe St, Julian, the former Principal Vice-President and General Manager at Bechtel, as the new President of Nuclear.
Working with long covid in construction
Barry Stanton, head of employment at Boyes Turner explores the impact of working with long covid in the construction industry, where absences could compound the existing skills shortage.
Sodexo and Sensori announce new FM alliance for office space management
Leading workplace services provider Sodexo Ireland has announced a new FM alliance with Sensori Facilities Management to help clients achieve flexible and balanced working.
Construction professionals call on government for education rethink to combat construction...
Construction employers, decision makers, educators and students are appealing to the government to tackle the construction technology skills gap and safeguard the future of the trades industry.
Modular housebuilder CoreHaus appoints new commercial manager
Steel-framed modular housebuilder CoreHaus has welcomed the appointment of Shane Murray as its new commercial manager.
GRAHAM Academy to deliver next generation of construction professionals in Scotland
In recognition of Scottish Apprenticeship Week, Debbie Rutherford, social impact manager at GRAHAM, tells us about the apprenticeship opportunities available at the GRAHAM Academy.
Persimmon Homes to recruit 50 female construction apprentices
Persimmon Homes mark International Women’s Day with the launch of its Target 50 initiative, which will recruit 50 female construction apprentices across the country.
International Women’s Day: Why we need to nurture construction talent
Charlie Avara, director, All Done, is advocating for female construction talent to be nurtured within the industry as women are a vital cog in the sector, but how can we break the bias?
Eleanor Ogilvie promoted to head of land and partnerships at MCI...
Eleanor Ogilvie has been promoted to head of land and partnerships at MCI Developments after spending only three years with the company.