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Plan to double affordable homes spend at centre of spending review

Construction Enquirer

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will today unveil the biggest investment in social and affordable housing in a generation, with £39bn earmarked over the next decade. The new Affordable Homes Programme will form the centrepiece of the Spending Review, delivering long-term certainty for developers and doubling current investment levels. The new deal will average £3.9bn a year, up from just £2.3bn a year under the previous government’s five-year £11.5bn programme running from 2021 to 2026.

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Warehouse, hotel construction lift commercial planning

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Arup selected to conduct Rhode Island Coastal Resilience Study

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Arup will undertake a statewide analysis of resilience actions, vulnerabilities, and priority projects for investment. Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) today announced global built environment design consultancy Arup has been selected to conduct the state’s first comprehensive coastal resilience study.

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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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How CMiC Helps Construction Teams Stay Ahead of Project Risk

CONSTRUCT™ by CMiC delivers structured project management built for the realities of construction. It brings together RFIs, submittals, drawings, and punch lists in a connected environment that prevents gaps in communication and documentation. Risk is managed in real-time with issue tracking, automated compliance checks, and daily journals that surface hidden patterns.

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HS2 whistleblower awarded £319k compensation over contract termination

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High Speed Two Ltd has been ordered to pay a former worker on the megaproject more than £300,000 after ending his contract because he challenged attempts to keep cost forecasts down. The company responsible for delivering the controversial rapid rail link admitted that it terminated… The post HS2 whistleblower awarded £319k compensation over contract termination appeared first on Construction News.

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Walsh chosen for $339M Rhode Island bridge rebuild

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The state will pay up to $10 million in incentives if new lanes on the Washington Bridge open ahead of schedule, and penalties if the timeline is exceeded.

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Halff Expands Energy Services with Acquisition of C&D Utility Consulting, LLC

Civil + Structural Engineer

SAN ANTONIO — Halff, an award-winning, employee-owned and full-service infrastructure consulting firm, has expanded its energy services portfolio with the acquisition of C&D Utility Consulting, LLC, a San Antonio-based firm known for its expertise in electric utility infrastructure.

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Foundation Failures in Buildings: Common Issues and Expert Repair Techniques

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The foundation is the most vital structural element of any building. It supports the entire load and distributes it safely to the ground. However, many buildings suffer from foundation failure issues, which can lead to serious structural damage and safety hazards if left unaddressed.

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How to Choose a Construction Management Company

Civil Engineer Blog

Choosing the right construction management company could be the difference between a botched project and a well executed project. Whether the project is a residential project or commercial one, proper management is critical to staying on budget and ensuring that the relevant building permits and specifications are adhered to. Interview Company Representatives A candid interview […] The post How to Choose a Construction Management Company 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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Laing O’Rourke wins £920m animal health super-lab job

Construction Enquirer

Laing O’Rourke has secured the £920m main works contract to deliver an animal diseases super-lab at the government’s flagship Weybridge biosecurity campus in Surrey. The job, awarded by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, will see O’Rourke take the project, consisting of two main buildings, through detailed design and construction.

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How climate modeling, AI can power innovative building

Construction Dive

Contractors must understand the legal landscape in order to manage risk when implementing new materials, data or processes, panelists at the Building Innovation 2025 conference said.

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Inside the operation of building HS2’s first platforms at Old Oak Common

New Civil Engineer

Engineers from Old Oak Common principal contractor Balfour Beatty Vinci Systra JV (BBVS) have told NCE about the slick operation behind constructing the platforms at the super station – the first on the High Speed 2 (HS2) project. The post Inside the operation of building HS2’s first platforms at Old Oak Common appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Cost of remediating risky cladding in Scotland could exceed £3bn

Construction News

Fixing dangerous cladding on high-rise buildings in Scotland could cost more than £3bn, according to official research. The Scottish Government estimated that more than 1,250 residential towers at least 11 metres tall required work to ‘alleviate external-wall system life-safety fire risk’. Its research said the… The post Cost of remediating risky cladding in Scotland could exceed £3bn appeared first on Construction News.

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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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University of Florida Wins 2025 Student Steel Bridge Competition, Sets Record

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CHICAGO – For a record-breaking fifth consecutive year, student engineers at the University of Florida were crowned the John M. Parucki National Champions in the 2025 Student Steel Bridge Competition, placing in five categories and taking home $8,000 in scholarships.

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Plans in for £100m Digbeth regeneration scheme

Construction Enquirer

Car dealer-turned-developer Hartwell has submitted a £100m regeneration plan to transform the former Phoenix ironworks site in Digbeth into a major mixed-use neighbourhood. The Phoenix Yard scheme will redevelop a 2.8-acre brownfield site off Coventry Street and Digbeth High Street into 260,000 sq ft of media, education and commercial space alongside 240 new homes.

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Mass timber provides options amid steel tariffs: Timberlab CEO

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‘An exciting day for the built environment’: Sector reacts to Sizewell C and SMRs confirmation

New Civil Engineer

Consultancies, contractors, engineering institutions and more have publicly expressed great optimism about the future of the UK’s nuclear sector following government confirmation of the Sizewell C nuclear plant and the country’s first small modular reactors (SMRs). The post ‘An exciting day for the built environment’: Sector reacts to Sizewell C and SMRs confirmation appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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Spending Review: Private finance model to fund new housebuilding

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves today announced plans to lever-in private finance to build new homes, on top of a £39bn boost for social housing. In today’s Spending Review, Reeves claimed she was unveiling the biggest cash injection into housing for 50 years. Earlier this morning, the… The post Spending Review: Private finance model to fund new housebuilding appeared first on Construction News.

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Populous Acquires Fentress Architects, Expanding Global Aviation Portfolio 

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Kansas City, Missouri — Populous, the world-renowned design firm specializing in sport and entertainment venues, today announced the acquisition of Denver-based Fentress Architects, a global leader in iconic aviation projects and prominent public buildings, including convention centers, museums and government facilities.

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Russell WBHO lands £25m Oldham industrial deal

Construction Enquirer

Developer Langtree has agreed a funding deal for the next phase of its Hollinwood Junction project in Oldham and signed a £25m construction contract to kick-off building work. Industrial investor Indurent will fund the scheme which is being delivered in partnership with Oldham Council. Manchester-based main contractor Russell WBHO has been signed-up to start this month at the site which will deliver 13 high quality industrial units providing a total of 192,000 sq ft of distribution and manufactu

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$1.34B Phoenix light rail expansion opens

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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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£225M Carlisle Southern Link Road construction makes advances amid dry spring

New Civil Engineer

Galliford Try’s construction of the Carlisle Southern Link Road made significant progress during May, with earthworks and structural development moving forward in the dry weather. The post £225M Carlisle Southern Link Road construction makes advances amid dry spring appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Whitehall’s estate maintenance backlog could be higher than thought, says PAC

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The maintenance bill for the government estate is likely to be higher than previously estimated, a new report has found. Schools, prisons and NHS buildings face higher costs due to issues such as the need to remediate buildings affected by reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC),… The post Whitehall’s estate maintenance backlog could be higher than thought, says PAC appeared first on Construction News.

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Time Estimates and Planning in Project Management

Civil Engineer Blog

Accurate time estimation is a skill essential for good project management. It is important to get time estimates right for two main reasons: 1. Time estimates drive the setting of deadlines for delivery and planning of projects, and hence will impact on other peoples assessment of your reliability and competence as a project manager. 2. […] The post Time Estimates and Planning in Project Management first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Amey profit jumps 31% as £7.8bn pipeline fuels growth plans

Construction Enquirer

Amey has bounced back with a sharp rise in pre-tax profit to £127m last year, up 31% from £87m, as it capitalised on strong public sector demand and new framework wins. The engineering and infrastructure group said it had now fully completed its carve-out from Ferrovial and restructured its capital with a £125m revolving credit facility to underpin its next phase of growth under the ownership of Buckthorn Partners and One Equity Partners.

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Guide to Solving Labor, Equipment, and Materials Management Gaps

Specialty contractors operate in a high-pressure environment where labor, equipment, and materials must be managed with precision. Delays, misalignments, and compliance gaps can derail performance and cut into margins. This guide offers a structured approach to managing LEMs using integrated systems, predictive analytics, and transparent workflows. From reducing idle equipment time to maintaining compliance and tightening inventory control, every recommendation in this guide is built around impr

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Clayco CEO sees cautious clients, smarter investments

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Anthony Johnson talks with Construction Dive about the firm’s outlook for the second half of 2025, cost pressures and overall uncertainty in the construction industry.

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Government commits to Sizewell C with £14.2bn and confirms SMR programme

New Civil Engineer

The UK government has committed to the delivery of Sizewell C with a £14.2bn investment to build the C nuclear power plant, alongside confirmation of a small modular reactor (SMR) programme. The post Government commits to Sizewell C with £14.2bn and confirms SMR programme appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Cash shortfall leaves Lincolnshire with ‘bridge to nowhere’

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A £110m relief road in Lincolnshire, which was left half finished after funding ran out, is not expected to be finished until 2030 at the earliest. The Spalding Western Relief Road was due to be delivered in five separate sections to ease congestion by providing… The post Cash shortfall leaves Lincolnshire with ‘bridge to nowhere’ appeared first on Construction News.