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Major project bidders to face ‘British jobs’ test

Construction Enquirer

Contractors bidding for major public sector work will face a new test to prove they can boost British jobs and skills under plans to overhaul infrastructure procurement. The Cabinet Office has launched a consultation that will see contractors bidding for road, rail, school and hospital jobs ranked not just on price and quality – but on how much they contribute to local communities.

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Why cybersecurity matters for construction

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Stricter ASCE codes vital to flood protection

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The American Society of Civil Engineers’ updated standards mark a major shift in approach for design and construction in flood hazard areas, according to a floodplain manager.

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Leica Xsight360 keeps construction workers safe through AI-powered visual detection

Civil + Structural Engineer

Leica Xsight360 uses onboard cameras and edge AI to instantly alert operators of hazards, surface operational insights, and deliver intelligent reports to drive long-term safety decision-making. Odense, Denmark – Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, today announced the launch of the Leica Xsight360 safety awareness solution, powered by Presien.

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How Top Firms Protect Margins in Costly Construction Markets

Construction companies face shifting labor markets, volatile material pricing, and global supply chain disruptions that threaten profitability. This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight. Learn how to deploy workforce agility, connected jobsite monitoring, automated procurement, and cost simulation models to preserve margin stability.

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10 Construction Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Building (And How To Avoid Them)

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Building a home, office, or any structure is not just about laying bricks and pouring concrete. It’s about careful planning, understanding soil behavior, right material selection, and proper execution. But what happens when crucial steps are ignored? Even the strongest-looking buildings can face premature failure due to avoidable mistakes.

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Joseph Gallagher lands £50m green energy deal

Construction Enquirer

Joseph Gallagher Limited (JGL) has been awarded a £50m contract by United Living to deliver a major package of trenchless construction works. The deal is part of the HyNet North West project to create a hydrogen distribution network delivering clean fuel to industrial users. JGL will oversee the design and construction of 53 trenchless crossings across a 35km pipeline route.

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Construction backlog slips from 2-year high

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Tariff-related project delays and cancellations caused contractors’ pipelines to ease off a recent peak, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.

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C.W. Driver Breaks Ground on $54M, 45,000-square-foot Innovation Hub at Cal State University Fullerton

Civil + Structural Engineer

Cutting-edge engineering and computer science building will empower future engineers and technology leaders Fullerton, Calif. — C.W. Driver Companies, a premier builder with deep expertise in higher education and science facilities, has broken ground on the new 45,000-square-foot Engineering & Computer Science (ECS) Innovation Hub at California State University, Fullerton (CSUF).

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What is Gantt Chart

Civil Engineer Blog

The Gantt chart is a type of bar chart that is helpful in laying out the tasks associated with a given project. When executed properly, the Gantt chart helps to ensure that the project schedule is maintained at a reasonable pace, and that the individual tasks that make up the work breakdown schedule logically progress […] The post What is Gantt Chart first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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New tool aims to expose construction payment ‘bad agents’

Construction News

An online tool has been launched to help protect small firms from the risk of late payment, by exposing “bad agents” in the construction sector. Founded two years ago, Good for the Money (GFTM) was designed to help subcontractors identify late payers in real time,… The post New tool aims to expose construction payment ‘bad agents’ appeared first on Construction News.

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Leeds kicks off homes vision for Elland Road regeneration

Construction Enquirer

Leeds City Council has launched fresh plans to regenerate 30 acres around Elland Road football stadium into a major new neighbourhood. A new draft planning statement outlines the council’s vision to transform the land – mostly in council ownership –with up to 2,000 homes and a raft of leisure, commercial, and education developments. The stadium-led regeneration plan sets out how the scheme could take up to 20 years to deliver.

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Leica DS4000 helps reveal previously undetectable underground utility assets

Civil + Structural Engineer

The new Leica DS4000 utility detection system combines advanced performance with intuitive usability, enabling construction, utilities, and surveying professionals to see more and reach deeper. Heerbrugg, Switzerland – Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, today announced the launch of the Leica DS4000. This utility detection system can identify underground assets up to 60% deeper than traditional systems.

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HS2 Ltd CEO details civils slippage as Stewart review recommends project governance overhaul

New Civil Engineer

HS2 Ltd CEO Mark Wild has delivered a sobering evaluation of progress on the High Speed 2 (HS2) project, while in tandem the Stewart review has presented nine recommendations to overhaul its governance, which have all been accepted by government. The post HS2 Ltd CEO details civils slippage as Stewart review recommends project governance overhaul appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Hampshire launches £180m minor works framework tender

Construction News

Hampshire County Council has launched procurement for a new £180m Minor Works Framework to cover general building and engineering work from 2026 to 2030. The framework will replace the current seven-lot arrangement introduced in 2021, which combined previously separate building fabric and mechanical and electrical… The post Hampshire launches £180m minor works framework tender appeared first on Construction News.

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Take That brother buys steelwork giant William Hare

Construction Enquirer

Entrepreneur Simon Orange has snapped up the country’s second biggest steelwork contractor William Hare in a move that marks a new era for the £350m-turnover firm. The Bury-based business, which employs around 2,000 staff across nine UK sites and international operations in Europe, the UAE and India, has been sold for an undisclosed sum. Orange – who recently sold a stake in his CorpAcq investment firm to TDR Capital for reportedly over £1bn – has acquired the business in a personal capaci

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Boeing taps Jacobs for $1.8B St. Louis campus expansion

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Acrow Bridge Supports Rapid Restoration of Key Pennsylvania Route

Civil + Structural Engineer

Modular steel solution installed after floodwaters damage Somerset County bridge Parsippany, New Jersey – Acrow, a leading international bridge engineering and supply company, is pleased to note that it has designed and supplied a modular steel detour bridge to temporarily replace a flood-damaged structure in Boynton, Pennsylvania.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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Civiltech Solutions: Darwin goes digital

Roads Online

The City of Darwin has begun using the data from Civiltech Solutions to better service its 80,000 residents. Images; Civiltech Solutions. As Darwin continues to grow, so too does the pressure on its road, path, and drainage networks. To stay ahead of ageing assets and rising expectations, the City of Darwin has partnered with Civiltech Solutions. With a road network shaped by tropical rains, high temperatures, and heavy vehicle use, the City of Darwin faces unique challenges in maintaining its c

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Contractor lined up to deliver Mountain Bike Innovation Centre

Construction News

Morrison Construction has been named as preferred contractor for a proposed £19m Mountain Bike Innovation Centre in Innerleithen, part of a wider £350m funding package under the Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal. The facility, subject to planning approval, would be built on the Caerlee Mill site,… The post Contractor lined up to deliver Mountain Bike Innovation Centre appeared first on Construction News.

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Go-ahead for 37-storey tower at Leeds Merrion Centre

Construction Enquirer

Plans to transform a tired Leeds office block and build a new 37-storey tower as part of the Merrion shopping centre overhaul have cleared a major planning hurdle. Town Centre Securities has secured the go-ahead to convert Wade House, a 13-storey 1960s building, into student flats, while also developing a new landmark tower next door on the 100MC site.

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Tampa airport unveils design for $1.5B Airside D terminal

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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Nemetschek Group Partners with Iowa State University to Deliver dTwin Technology for Innovative Housing Project

Civil + Structural Engineer

Munich, Germany and Ames, Iowa, USA – The Nemetschek Group, a leading global provider of software solutions for the AEC/O (architecture, engineering, construction, and operations) and media industries, today announced its partnership with Iowa State University’s Iowa Innovative Housing Project (also known as the 3D Affordable Innovative Technologies Housing Project).

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Geoquest Australia: Every step of the way

Roads Online

Geoquest Australia has a proud history of catering for infrastructure projects in Australia and New Zealand. Images: Geoquest Australia. Through close collaboration and careful design, Geoquest Australia has again showcased its ability to deliver major infrastructure project components, this time on the largescale Wilman Wadandi Highway project in Western Australia.

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Contractor on delayed £100m Eden Project to be revealed next summer

Construction News

A main contractor on a new £100m Eden Project on the Lancashire coast is to be announced by next summer, with the attraction expected to open by 2028 “subject to weather conditions”. Eden Project Morecambe is among five new global projects proposed by the registered… The post Contractor on delayed £100m Eden Project to be revealed next summer appeared first on Construction News.

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Revised plan submitted for Manchester landmark towers

Construction Enquirer

Developer Oval Real Estate has submitted revised plans for a major high-rise cluster scheme in Manchester doubling the number of flats to 800. The updated Albert Bridge House scheme replaces the previously approved 2023 proposal with a three-building plan, including two octagonal residential towers rising to 49 and 37 storeys, and an 18-storey commercial office block.

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How AI Reduces Cost, Safety, and Quality Risks in Construction Projects

Risk management in construction faces pressure from tighter margins, compressed timelines, and increasing complexity. This guide shows how AI strengthens project stability by predicting risks across cost, schedule, safety, supply chains, and workforce planning. AI algorithms analyze procurement data, subcontractor bids, equipment performance, and site conditions to identify potential disruptions.

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Strive for more than work-life balance

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I-95/SW 10th Street Connector Interchange to Provide Free Flow Connection, Deliver Significant Mobility Benefits in Broward County

Civil + Structural Engineer

WSP leads design for FDOT project upgrades for two South Florida highways that will shorten travel time and create a safer roadway for local residents.

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HS2 fraud investigation continues with case reported to tax authority

New Civil Engineer

HS2 Ltd has reported one of its subcontractors to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) over fraud allegations relating to payslips. The move follows revelations in late May that High Speed 2 (HS2) Ltd and its contractor Balfour Beatty Vinci JV (BBV) had initiated an investigation… The post HS2 fraud investigation continues with case reported to tax authority appeared first on New Civil Engineer.