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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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Targeted investment, tech can sustain critical infrastructure

Construction Dive

To help communities bounce back after disaster, jurisdictions must identify gaps in lifeline systems and cost-effective ways to mend them, panelists at the Building Innovation 2025 conference said.

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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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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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C.W. Driver starts $54M Innovation Hub for Cal State

Construction Dive

Located at California State University Fullerton, the system’s most populous campus, the facility will help accommodate the engineering and computer science program’s growing student body.

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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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Costain wins vast underground hydrogen storage design job

Construction Enquirer

Costain has bagged a key design role on a pioneering hydrogen storage facility planned for Cheshire. Storengy UK has picked the infrastructure specialist to deliver front-end engineering and design work on its Keuper Gas Storage Project near Northwich. The facility will see 19 salt caverns converted to hold up to 400 million cubic metres of hydrogen – enough to store around 1,300 gigawatt hours of energy.

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Dawood Engineering Expands Western Pennsylvania Transportation Leadership with Stephen Janosko, PE, and Lauren Meadway, PE, CBSI

Civil + Structural Engineer

PITTSBURGH — Dawood, an international engineering and technology firm, is expanding its Western Pennsylvania transportation leadership team. Stephen Janosko, PE, and Lauren Meadway, PE, CBSI, join Dawood as Western Pennsylvania Transportation Lead and Structural Project Manager, respectively.

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£500m rail deal locks in future for Scunthorpe steelworks

Construction Enquirer

British Steel’s future in Scunthorpe has been handed a major boost after clinching a £500m supply deal with Network Rail. The five-year contract will see the firm deliver up to 80,000 tonnes of rail a year from its Scunthorpe works – safeguarding thousands of jobs and locking in its role as the UK’s principal rail supplier. The deal can be extended for another three years and comes just months after the Government stepped in to save the blast furnaces from closure.

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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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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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Graham gets green light for £70m Glasgow student tower

Construction Enquirer

Graham Investment Projects has won planning for a £70m student tower in Glasgow’s Anderston district. The 25-storey block at 138 Hydepark Street will rise from a disused brownfield plot, delivering 410 beds in a mix of 236 studios and 174 cluster flats. Designed by Cooper Cromar, the scheme echoes New York’s iconic Seagram Building, and forms part of the wider regeneration of the Anderston area of the city.

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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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New boss drives NG Bailey to record revenue

Construction Enquirer

NG Bailey has posted record sales and stronger profits in chief executive Jonathan Stockton’s first year at the helm. Turnover at the UK’s largest independent engineering and infrastructure firm jumped 10% to £662m in the year to 28 February 2025, with underlying operating profit up a over a third to £15m. The strong performance follows the launch of the group’s “Journey to 2030” strategy focused on long-term investment, low-risk growth and selective acquisitions, like ductwork maker OSM Ventila

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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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HS2 refers subcontractor to HMRC over alleged fraud

Construction News

HS2 Ltd has referred a subcontractor to HMRC over alleged payment fraud. The move comes after the rail company launched an internal investigation last month into whistleblowing allegations that overinflated rates were charged for workers supplied to build in the West Midlands. HS2 confirmed it… The post HS2 refers subcontractor to HMRC over alleged fraud appeared first on Construction News.

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Civils contractor LF Solutions files administration notice

Construction Enquirer

Bedfordshire based civil engineering contractor LF Solutions Ltd has filed an administration notice. Begbies Traynor are now believed to be in charge of the company which specialises in groundwork, civil engineering and formwork. The firm also has a labour supply arm and its own fleet of plant and machinery. Latest accounts for LF Solutions show the company had a turnover of £20.3m for the year to February 28 2024 generating a pre-tax profit of £218,000 while employing 15 staff.

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Costain to design Cheshire hydrogen storage project

Construction News

Costain has been appointed by Storengy UK to deliver front-end engineering and design (FEED) work for an underground hydrogen storage scheme in Cheshire. The Keuper Gas Storage Project will convert 19 salt caverns near Northwich into hydrogen storage, with a combined working gas volume of… The post Costain to design Cheshire hydrogen storage project appeared first on Construction News.

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British Steel to provide 80% of Network Rail’s track needs over next five years in £500M contract

New Civil Engineer

Network Rail and British Steel have signed a landmark £500M contract for the supply of 337,000t of steel to the rail infrastructure manager over the next five years. The post British Steel to provide 80% of Network Rail’s track needs over next five years in £500M contract 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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Flood defence programme worth £7.9bn launched to protect homes and businesses

Construction News

The government has committed £7.9bn to what it claims is the largest flood defence investment programme in UK history, aiming to protect hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses over the next decade. The funding will support both traditional infrastructure, such as high-performance flood barriers,… The post Flood defence programme worth £7.9bn launched to protect homes and businesses appeared first on Construction News.

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Why Biodiversity Net Gain is still critical and what engineers must do next

New Civil Engineer

The UK government’s recent decision to downgrade Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements on smaller development sites has triggered understandable concern across our industry. The post Why Biodiversity Net Gain is still critical and what engineers must do next appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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London council launches £28.7m estate regeneration tender

Construction News

The London Borough of Camden has launched a £28.7m procurement process for the first phase of its West Kentish Town Estate regeneration. A two-year JCT design-and-build contract will deliver 52 social-rent homes across two sites. Site A1 will involve the demolition of seven maisonette flats… The post London council launches £28.7m estate regeneration tender appeared first on Construction News.

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Dual-deck green bridge built in Cornwall and path for amphibians installed in Henley

New Civil Engineer

Costain has built a new green bridge as part of National Highways’ A30 Chiverton to Carland Cross dualling project, and Aco has installed a frog and toad migratory pathway near Henley-on-Thames. The post Dual-deck green bridge built in Cornwall and path for amphibians installed in Henley 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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Clock Ticking On California High Speed Rail Federal Funding

ENR Construction

Officials with the California High-Speed Rail authority refute criticisms of the project that underpin the Federal Railroad Authority's decision to terminate $4B in previously awarded grants to the project.

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Lower Thames Crossing footbridge design competition fostered new ways of thinking about low carbon infrastructure

New Civil Engineer

In collaboration with NCE, the £10bn Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) project launched a competition to find forward-thinking designs for a low carbon footbridge to be built over the A127. The post Lower Thames Crossing footbridge design competition fostered new ways of thinking about low carbon infrastructure appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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New Bechtel Texas Triple Fatality Photos Show Crane and Scaffold

ENR Construction

What caused the work platform to give way beneath the workers at the Port Arthur, Texas LNG export terminal site?

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How anchors stabilized Puerto Rico’s capitol facade

Construction Specifier

The system was key to reinforcing El Capitolio’s historic terracotta facade. Photo courtesy Cintec An internationally recognized anchoring system played a crucial role in the stabilization and preservation of the Capitol Building in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The system was key to reinforcing El Capitolio’s historic terracotta facade, helping safeguard one of the island’s most iconic architectural landmarks.

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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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8 ‘Goldilocks zones’ in UK with outstanding geological conditions for energy transition identified

New Civil Engineer

Eight regions in the UK it deems “Goldilocks zones” providing outstanding geological conditions for energy transition technologies and projects have been identified by the British Geological Survey (BGS). The post 8 ‘Goldilocks zones’ in UK with outstanding geological conditions for energy transition identified appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Multi-pool complex set to make a splash in Vegas

Construction Specifier

The new design combines inspiration from the iconic Flamingo’s mid-century modern and retro-deco architecture with a contemporary beach resort vibe. Photos courtesy Caesars Entertainment The all-new Go Pool at Flamingo Las Vegas is a $20-million tropical oasis in the heart of The Strip. Now open, it features five pools and a swim-up bar. Spanning nearly 0.6 ha (1.5 acres), the five distinct pools and experiences include: A main pool, which is covered by a large canopy.

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Modular specialists appointed to £80m Scottish framework

Construction News

Fourteen modular construction firms have won places on an £80m public sector framework in Scotland. The Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA), via its parent organisation LHC Procurement Group, has appointed suppliers across four workstreams covering the design, supply, installation and hire of permanent and temporary modular… The post Modular specialists appointed to £80m Scottish framework appeared first on Construction News.