Construction Enquirer

JULY 2, 2023

Manchester demolition contractor PP O’Connor has clinched the job to blow down the cooling towers at Warrington’s iconic Fiddlers Ferry power station. The first stage of demolition will include the phased demolition of the coal stock yard, four northern cooling towers and some of the former administrative buildings to the north of the site. It is anticipated the site’s cooling towers will be blown down by the end of January 2024.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 2, 2023

In the month in which we celebrated International Women in Engineering Day, several female appointments were made in senior roles around the sector. The post Movers and shakers: Biggest construction and engineering appointments in June 2023 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 2, 2023

Specialists are being urged to join a new framework to supply fire safety measures for the public sector. LHC Procurement Group’s Fire Safety (FS2) Framework is now open for prospective suppliers across the country to apply until mid-August. The deal is worth £105m in England, £20m in Scotland and £15m in Wales and will feature six spaces per lot, per regional area.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 2, 2023

There are “overwhelming” arguments in favour of delivering high speed rail to the East Midlands and Sheffield, according to a new report. The post HS2 | Report makes ‘overwhelming’ case for East Midlands high speed rail appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 2, 2023

Offsite specialist McAvoy has signed off a £37.5m deal to build a new eight-form secondary school building to be located in Grays, Essex. Work on the new Orsett Heath Academy is set to start on site this August. The project suffered a major delay moving to construction as a result of the collapse of offsite specialist Caledonian Modular, which originally was in line to deliver the three-storey school building.

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Construction Placements

JULY 2, 2023

NLCIL Hiring Engineers and Managers | 294 Posts | 03-08-2023 NLCIL Hiring Engineers and Managers with 294 Posts vacancies, last date to apply for this job is 03-08-2023 The post NLCIL Hiring Engineers and Managers | 294 Posts | 03-08-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 2, 2023

The construction sector, which for decades has been slow to adopt technology, is now embracing it. Contractors, developers and asset managers are adopting it within their capital projects at a pace not seen previously, leading to advancements in performance, efficiency and certainty. The post Technology is redrawing the lines of construction delivery and dispute resolution appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Civil Engineer Blog

JULY 2, 2023

The process of remodeling your house can actually be quite lengthy. You may need to start weeks or months in advance to get everything lined up and ready to go. The first part of the process involves deciding what work you want done on your house. The next part of the remodeling process centers on […] The post Vetting the Bids You Need to Start Work on Your House first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Engineering 92

New Civil Engineer

JULY 2, 2023

A barrier system will be installed to divert traffic from the Queensferry Crossing road bridge following failed attempts to keep it open when ice falls from the cable stays. The post Traffic diversion only remedy to Queensferry Crossing’s falling ice woes appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Management

Vin Civilworld

JULY 2, 2023

Constructing a building encompasses the physical execution of the project, involving activities like excavation, structural construction, and interior finishes. Post-construction activities include testing and inspections, occupancy and commissioning, documentation, and ongoing maintenance. These stages ensure that the building meets quality standards, adheres to regulations, and functions optimally for its intended purpose.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 2, 2023

A Grade II listed road bridge in North Yorkshire is to undergo major repairs including work to reinforce its load capacity. The post Listed bridge closed for 13 weeks for repairs and reinforcement appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction News

JULY 2, 2023

Orkney Islands Council is inviting bids for a £200m contract to design and build a deep water quay intended to support Scotland's growing offshore wind industry. Scapa Deep Water Quay will be located on the east side of Scapa Flow, one of the largest natural… The post Orkney seeks bids for £200m deep water quay appeared first on Construction News.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 2, 2023

As a contractor, one profoundly impactful decision entails investing in sustainable construction methods and techniques. This approach not only signifies considerable time and cost savings, but it also thumps a lasting, favorable impression on our shared environment. One undertone that frequently misses our sight in sustainable construction planning is that of plumbing systems.

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CivilJungle

JULY 2, 2023

Introduction of Acacia Wood Acacia wood is a type of wood that is used primarily in furniture making and various other applications. Acacia wood is a very durable wood. It is used as a material in.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 2, 2023

As construction and renovation projects continue to evolve in complexity, the generation of waste materials has become a growing concern. By streamlining construction waste management processes, you can realize significant cost savings, enhance efficiency, and contribute to environmental sustainability. This blog post will discuss various strategies you can implement during renovation projects to improve waste management and reduce the impact on the environment.

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CivilJungle

JULY 2, 2023

What Is Wood Composites? Wood compound is a broad tenure that includes a wide variety of man-made wood productions. Exemplifications are boards, plywood, parallels, and OSB. All are made by bordering beaches, filaments, sawdust or pieces.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 2, 2023

Bojangles has been testing a new format in six markets for about a year, as part of a strategy to "get out of the chicken business" and "get into the experience business," CEO Jose Armario said. The new strategy from the 46-year-old chain features a pared-down menu starring Bojangles chicken tenders, a breakfast menu that runs till 2 p.m. and employees outside armed with tablets to speed order taking at the drive-thru.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 2, 2023

REI will expand its used-gear retail concept Re/Supply with the opening later this summer of a second store in Clackamas, Oregon joining the Manhattan Beach, California store that opened in 2020. Outdoor competitors Patagonia , The North Face and Dick's Sporting Goods also offer resale items, and younger shoppers expect secondhand options. MediaPost Communications The post REI gears up to open 2nd used equipment store first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 2, 2023

With an exponential jump in our collective consciousness toward the ecological footprint, it seems that the appetite for environmentally-sound and sustainable strategies is growing more than ever. There's a pressing desire to upgrade and refine our waste management techniques in key sectors, notably finance and construction. These green processes not only reduce earth-damaging effects but also serve as a route to enhancing your bottom line.

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