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Turner expands to Phase 1 on $5B One Beverly Hills project

Construction Dive

The New York City-based firm has been doing overall site management since last year’s groundbreaking at the development, which will include a full facelift of the iconic Beverly Hilton.

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Government wields procurement stick on late payment

Construction Enquirer

Major contractors could be barred from bidding for public sector contracts worth over £5m a year if they cannot prove they pay their supply chain within an average of 60 days. The Government is proposing changes to procurement law that would force all public contracting authorities to exclude firms that fail to meet the payment benchmark. The shake-up is aimed at stamping out late payment across the wider public sector and delivering better cashflow for small businesses.

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Office conversions accelerate, but many older buildings face demolition: reports

Construction Dive

High vacancy rates have driven building owners to repurpose space, which should help the U.S. office market’s recovery. But high costs and incompatible structural designs remain challenges, CBRE says.

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HS2 | Construction of bat shed with all associated civils work will cost £216M, DfT reveals

New Civil Engineer

The Department for Transport (DfT) and High Speed 2 (HS2) Ltd have revealed that the cost of constructing the infamous “bat shed” including all associated civils works will be £216M in current prices. The post HS2 | Construction of bat shed with all associated civils work will cost £216M, DfT reveals appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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Adolfson & Peterson starts 2 Texas high school projects

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Future megaprojects to have separate construction and design phase budgets

Construction News

Megaprojects of the future will not have their construction budget or completion dates announced before a long feasibility phase, government officials have stressed. Treasury officials told MPs on Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee on Thursday (26 June) that previous projects had their budgets and timescales set… The post Future megaprojects to have separate construction and design phase budgets appeared first on Construction News.

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Centrica rumoured for 15% stake in Sizewell C, while government funds hit complication

New Civil Engineer

Energy giant Centrica, the owner of British Gas, is set to take a 15% stake in Sizewell C, while the government’s u-turn on welfare reform could dent its funding plans for the nuclear station. The post Centrica rumoured for 15% stake in Sizewell C, while government funds hit complication appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Barnfield wins Preston factory job

Construction News

Barnfield Construction has secured a contract worth between £20m and £21m to deliver a major new production facility for building materials manufacturer Kerakoll in Preston. The project will involve construction of the Italian group’s second UK plant, on a site it acquired earlier this year… The post Barnfield wins Preston factory job appeared first on Construction News.

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$95.2M Milwaukee Airport International Terminal Readies for Take-Off

ENR Construction

Construction of new $95.2-million international terminal is expected to begin in September at Milwaukee’s Mitchell International Airport.

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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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Morgan Sindall awarded ISG leisure centre job

Construction News

Morgan Sindall has replaced ISG on a job to build a new leisure centre in Bishop Auckland. It is the second time this month the firm has picked up an ex-ISG contract. The leisure centre build had faced delays after ISG went into administration last September… The post Morgan Sindall awarded ISG leisure centre job appeared first on Construction News.

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Team Launches Structural Engineering Code Review With Eye on Reducing Embodied Carbon

ENR Construction

A group of civil and structural engineers working with leading industry groups is undertaking a review of the primary structural design codes to identify tweaks and changes that could reduce embodied carbon.

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Late paying contractors could be banned from all public sector jobs

Construction News

Contractors that don’t pay their supply chain on time could be banned from bidding on major contracts across the public sector. The Cabinet Office announced plans to amend the Procurement Act 2023 to “strengthen the UK’s economic resilience and support British businesses” on Thursday (26… The post Late paying contractors could be banned from all public sector jobs appeared first on Construction News.

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Introducing the AI Construction Career Mentor: Your Personal Career Coach

Construction Placements

Introducing the AI Construction Career Mentor: Your Personal Career Coach Discover your personal Construction Career Mentor powered by GPT‑4o. Get resume templates, interview prep, and career guidance—5 free chats to start! The post Introducing the AI Construction Career Mentor: Your Personal Career Coach appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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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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SP Energy Networks awards £1.4bn in contracts to rewire Scottish grid

Construction News

SP Energy Networks has appointed suppliers to deliver £1.4bn of transmission works across Scotland as part of a decade-long grid upgrade. The contracts form part of a wider £5.4bn supplier programme by SP Energy Networks, which aims to support the UK Government’s Clean Power 2030… The post SP Energy Networks awards £1.4bn in contracts to rewire Scottish grid appeared first on Construction News.

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Superstructure deck installed on Waterford Sustainable Transport Bridge

New Civil Engineer

The construction of the River Suir Sustainable Transport Bridge in Waterford, Ireland has reached a significant milestone with the installation of the superstructure bridge deck parts. The post Superstructure deck installed on Waterford Sustainable Transport Bridge appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Jobs under threat after collapse of Enerveo infra division sale

Construction News

Consultation on redundancy looms for hundreds of staff in mechanical and electrical firm Enerveo’s infrastructure division after an agreed sale to an investment firm collapsed. The firm, which SSE bought back from its former parent company in April last year, announced in its last results… The post Jobs under threat after collapse of Enerveo infra division sale appeared first on Construction News.

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TRIR Calculator: Turn Incident Data into a Safer Workplace

Safety Services Company

Quick Highlights: TRIR stands for Total Recordable Incident Rate. Keeping your TRIR low can positively impact insurance premiums, client trust, and your company’s reputation. TRIR is essential for qualifying for contractor management platforms like * ISNetworld® and Avetta®. A web-based TRIR calculator helps safety professionals track and report performance in real time.

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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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Nottingham Forest secures planning for stadium redevelopment

Construction News

Nottingham Forest Football Club has secured planning approval for a major redevelopment of its City Ground stadium and surrounding land in West Bridgford. Rushcliffe Borough Council’s planning committee last night backed the hybrid application, which includes full consent to demolish and rebuild the Peter Taylor… The post Nottingham Forest secures planning for stadium redevelopment appeared first on Construction News.

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Future Proofing Commercial Builds: Choosing Durable, Compliant Materials

UK Construction Blog

The post Future Proofing Commercial Builds: Choosing Durable, Compliant Materials appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In the UK, building regulations are becoming increasingly stringent in recent years, especially when it comes to energy efficiency and fire safety. Paired with the tightening environmental performance standards and the rising cost of building commercial properties, future proofing commercial buildings is no longer a luxury but an absolute necessity.

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Deere revamps backhoe line, focusing on comfort, visibility

Equipment World

The new models get a roomier cab, upgraded climate controls, enhanced ergonomics, improved visibility and an industry-first rear camera system.

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Luton Rising managing director on airports being explicit about community benefits

New Civil Engineer

Luton Rising managing director Nick Platts has spoken to NCE about the importance of the aviation industry being open to collaborate. The post Luton Rising managing director on airports being explicit about community benefits appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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Smart Vertical Residences: Shaping the Future of Urban Construction

UK Construction Blog

The post Smart Vertical Residences: Shaping the Future of Urban Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The modern city skyline is reaching new heights, and so are the ambitions behind it. As urban populations grow and available land becomes scarce, vertical residences are evolving from simple towers into highly connected, intelligent living environments.

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Northern Ireland experiences dip in construction output

Construction News

Construction output in Northern Ireland fell by 5.1 per cent in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, the latest official statistics show. The decline follows a 15-year high recorded in the final quarter of 2024, when the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) recorded… The post Northern Ireland experiences dip in construction output appeared first on Construction News.

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A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Laser Cutting in UK Construction Metal Fabrication

UK Construction Blog

The post A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Laser Cutting in UK Construction Metal Fabrication appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Laser reducing is now a popular alternative in the British production industry, in particular for metallic creation. This facilitates the builder’s and the producer’s paintings quicker and more appropriately. But is it virtually really worth the value?

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Developer ‘bitterly disappointed’ as government calls off £25bn UK-Morocco interconnector

New Civil Engineer

The government has called-off £25bn plans to build a 3,800km undersea interconnector between England and Morocco, leaving the developer “bitterly disappointed”. The post Developer ‘bitterly disappointed’ as government calls off £25bn UK-Morocco interconnector 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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Best Practices for Collaborating with Contractors on Complex Interior Design Projects

UK Construction Blog

The post Best Practices for Collaborating with Contractors on Complex Interior Design Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Effective collaboration is the backbone of interior design. From contractors to lawyers to the client themselves, communicating and working together in an efficient and productive way is absolutely essential. Many design projects experience significant delays due to subpar collaboration between designers and contractors, despite the fact that effective collaborat

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Svella to acquire Cubby Construction

Construction News

Investment firm Svella has agreed a deal to acquire Carlisle-based contractor Cubby Construction. Family-run Cubby has been operating since 1968 but it had recently experienced difficulties, its director revealed. The Cumbria News & Star quoted director Tommy Cubby as saying the firm had suffered financial… The post Svella to acquire Cubby Construction appeared first on Construction News.

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Elevating Facades with Painted Thermally Modified Wood

UK Construction Blog

The post Elevating Facades with Painted Thermally Modified Wood appeared first on UK Construction Blog. As architectural demands grow more complex, selecting the right exterior cladding is essential. Not just for visual impact, but also for long-term resilience and environmental responsibility. Among the most compelling solutions gaining traction is painted thermally modified wood cladding.