Thu.May 08, 2025

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Planning a House Extension? Here’s What to Expect From Start to Finish

UK Construction Blog

The post Planning a House Extension? Here’s What to Expect From Start to Finish appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Home extensions represent one of the most significant investments homeowners will make, transforming both living spaces and property values. Whether you’re looking to accommodate a growing family, create additional living areas, or enhance your home’s functionality, understanding the extension process from conception to completion is essential for a successful

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Walmart and Alquist 3D Set New Standards with 3D Printed Supercenter Expansion

AEC Business

An expansion of Walmart’s Supercenter in Alabama was completed in record time using Alquist 3D's 3D concrete printing technology. The post Walmart and Alquist 3D Set New Standards with 3D Printed Supercenter Expansion appeared first on AEC Business.

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Declining Construction Costs Could Reshape Industry Future

UK Construction Blog

The post Declining Construction Costs Could Reshape Industry Future appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction costs fall. Markets shift. Professionals wonder. The recent downward trend in UK construction costs has sparked debates across boardrooms, building sites, and industry forums. Some see storm clouds gathering on the horizon. Others spot rare openings for growth and innovation.

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Balfour Beatty shareholders revolt over CFO pay package

Construction News

Nearly a third of Balfour Beattys shareholders rebelled against a pay package increase for chief finance officer Philip Harrison at the company's annual meeting this morning (8 May). The UKs biggest contractor saw 70.25 per cent of its shareholders vote in favour of the 2024… The post Balfour Beatty shareholders revolt over CFO pay package appeared first on Construction News.

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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest, Founder of Alamo Innovation and Construction Digital Transformation Consultant

Construction payment workflows are notoriously complex when you consider juggling multiple stakeholders, compliance requirements, and evolving project scopes. Delays in approvals or misaligned data between budgets, lien waivers, and pay applications can grind progress to a halt. The good news? It doesn't have to be this way! Join expert Dylan Secrest to discover how leading contractors are turning payment chaos into clarity using digital workflows, integrated systems, and automation strategies.

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Rebuilding Better: Medway’s Role in the Future of UK Construction

UK Construction Blog

The post Rebuilding Better: Medways Role in the Future of UK Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Nestled in Kent just a stone’s throw from London (well, about 30 miles if we’re being precise), Medway has become something of a sleeping giant in the Thames Gateway regeneration corridor. I’ve been watching developments here for years, and what’s happening now is genuinely exciting.

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The Age of AI: How Construction is Leveraging New Tech to Create a Safer Workplace

ENR Construction

Everything from AI to wearables and the ubiquity of drone flights is changing construction to make it easier for everyone to go home at night.

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Construction Labelling Regulations: Are You Using the Right Print Technology?

UK Construction Blog

The post Construction Labelling Regulations: Are You Using the Right Print Technology? appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Why Labelling Matters More Than Ever in UK Construction In the high-risk, high-regulation environment of construction, proper labelling is no longer just an operational convenience its a compliance imperative. Whether tracking tools, tagging materials, or marking safety gear, construction companies in the UK must now adhere to stricter standards for identification, trac

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Prioritizing Mental Health Over Branding

For Construction Pros

Marvin Joles created a well recognized brand within the asphalt and pavement industry, with sponsorship and customized equipment deals, but then he chose to step away.

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Costain advising DfT on rail infrastructure enhancement projects in Wales and Western

New Civil Engineer

Costain has been appointed by the Department for Transport (DfT) to provide specialist technical and commercial advice for a series of rail infrastructure enhancement projects in the Western, Wales and Wessex regions. The post Costain advising DfT on rail infrastructure enhancement projects in Wales and Western 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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6 Ways to Use Data to Optimize the Worksite

For Construction Pros

Learn how leveraging the data generated by connected worksite technology gives contractors a competitive edge.

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Sisk’s race against time to build Man City’s new North Stand roof

Construction News

The football season may be drawing to a close for Manchester City Football Club, but inside the Etihad Stadium, a new challenge is on the horizon. Since 2023, contractor John Sisk has been building a new North Stand, adding 6,000 seats to increase the total… The post Sisk’s race against time to build Man City’s new North Stand roof appeared first on Construction News.

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CDM Smith Walk-In Interviews for Engineering & BIM Roles | 17 May 2025 | Bengaluru • Chennai • Pune

Construction Placements

CDM Smith Walk-In Interviews for Engineering & BIM Roles | 17 May 2025 | Bengaluru Chennai Pune CDM Smith schedules a single-day walk-in drive on 17 May 2025 across Bengaluru, Chennai, and Pune to recruit experienced engineers, BIM specialists, architects, planners, and estimators for international water, infrastructure, and building projects.

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Experience the Best Security Service Manchester

UK Construction Blog

The post Experience the Best Security Service Manchester appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Security concerns are more paramount now than they’ve ever been, Manchester residents and businesses seek reliable solutions to protect their properties. Nova Alarms, a family-run business with over 35 years of experience, stands out as a trusted provider of comprehensive security services in the region.

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Data Talks, CFOs Listen: Why Analytics Are Key To Better Spend Management

Speaker: Claire Grosjean, Global Finance & Operations Executive

Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.

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Barge Design Solutions Marks 70 Years of Service, Innovation, and Impact 

Civil + Structural Engineer

Mayor Issues Proclamation in Recognition of Milestone Anniversary Barge Design Solutions (Barge), an engineering and architecture firm with diverse in-house multidisciplinary practice areas, is proud to celebrate a major milestone in the company’s history 70 years of serving clients, and shaping the spaces and creating the infrastructure that impact everyday life.

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The Fatal 5? Balfour Beatty highlights risk of live traffic.

Construction Dive

The contractor has added speeding vehicles to the well-known “Fatal Four” list and is taking steps to mitigate the danger.

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Employee Owner Spotlight: Oliva Costin and the BETA Experience

PC Construction

After graduating from Clarkson University with a bachelors degree in civil engineering, Olivia joined PC as an office engineer and quickly progressed through an engineer-in-training program. Now a project manager, Olivia has grasped the opportunity to learn the intricate details of PCs diverse markets from education, health care and resort work to water and wastewater treatment construction.

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Top Must-Haves for Your Next Incentive Travel Program

Next Level Performance

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes To keep your audience engaged, it’s crucial to understand what drives their satisfaction in 2025 and beyond. Flexibility, participant interaction, and novel experiences ensure your program remains relevant and impactful, and provides lasting value to attendees and your organization. Let’s dive into some incentive travel program tips to keep your travel experiences fresh, based on the latest research: 4.

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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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Dodge Momentum Index Declines 7% in March

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The Dodge Momentum Index, issued by Dodge Construction Network, receded 6.9% in March to 205.6 (2000=100) from the revised February reading of 220.9. Over the month, commercial planning declined 7.8% while institutional planning fell 5%. Increased uncertainty around material prices and fiscal policies may have begun to factor into planning decisions throughout March, stated Sarah Martin, associate director of forecasting at Dodge Construction Network.

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Tariffs trigger pauses on some retail, industrial real estate deals

Construction Dive

It’s too soon to know exactly how tariffs will impact commercial real estate. But some cracks are emerging in the U.S. retail and industrial sectors, CBRE’s Whitley Collins says.

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Contractor fined £225,000 over ‘wholly avoidable’ death of worker

Construction Law

Cladding company Camclad Contractors and its director have been fined following the wholly avoidable death of a worker who fell through a fragile roof whilst replacing cladding panels. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter onFridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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‘Safety belongs to everyone’: What construction leaders value most

Construction Dive

Executives from companies such as Jacobs, Clayco and Shawmut detail overlooked areas for improving jobsite safety.

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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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Report recommends strengthening of ethical labour practices in construction

Construction Law

A report from supply chain risk manager Achilles highlights several areas where construction businesses should strengthen their approach to ensuring ethical labour practices, including enhancing training on modern slavery. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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Disney Unveils Plans for Abu Dhabi Theme Park

ENR Construction

Disney and Abu Dhabi-based entertainment development giant Miral will team up to build the proposed park.

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Analysis identifies larger potential economic boost from planning reforms

Construction Law

New analysis from the government on the impact of its proposed Planning and Infrastructure Bill reforms shows a boost to the economy of at least some 7.5 billion over the next decade. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter onFridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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Lawmakers Eye Federal Rail Funding Reform to Support Infrastructure Work

ENR Construction

The U.S. Dept. of Transportation is reviewing a backlog of unobligated grant awards.

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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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Judicial review to be launched against Luton airport expansion DCO

Construction Law

Campaigners against the proposed expansion of London Luton Airport are pursuing a judicial review of the Development Consent Order granted in April. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter onFridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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Aiming to Jumpstart Condo Construction, Colorado Measure Provides Incentives for Builders

ENR Construction

Contractors are skeptical that the measure would reduce their risk sufficiently to start building multifamily projects again.

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Green energy shock as major offshore project cancelled

Construction Law

The green energy industry has been rocked by the news this week that energy giant rsted has decided to discontinue the Hornsea 4 project in the UK in its current form. The news is seen as a major blow to the governments clean energy ambitions. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.