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A summary of the West Gate Tunnel Project’s works to date

Roads Online

Image: Victorian Government. The Victorian Government has made significant progress on construction of the West Gate Tunnel Project this year, with work starting on the elevated roadway above Footscray Road and widening works on the West Gate Freeway. The Princes Freeway exit ramp to Geelong Road was rebuilt, widened and strengthened and ramp connections at the M80 Ring Road were given new asphalt to create a smoother, safer driving experience for motorists.

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Smart Material Management in Construction: Tips and Tricks to Avoid Delays

Buildern

Have you ever ordered the wrong quantity of materials or tools? If so, you understand how poor material management can lead to costly delays and project budget issues. Materials often make up the largest part of the construction project’s expenses. This is the reason material management is not only about logistics. It’s ensuring the right materials are available at the right time and in the right quantity to keep the project on track.

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Roger Bullivant lands piling deal at McLaren academy

Construction Enquirer

Roger Bullivant Limited has been appointed by leading contractor McLaren to deliver the piling works for the new Boxing Academy and school development in Hackney, East London. This project will see the transformation of an unfinished sports facility into a state-of-the-art education and sports scheme. The job is being delivered by McLaren on behalf of the Department for Education and the Boxing Academy Trust, with a strong focus on community impact and youth development.

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Night-Shift Construction Challenges and the Role of AI Surveillance in Protecting Equipment & Workers

Construction Placements

Night-Shift Construction Challenges and the Role of AI Surveillance in Protecting Equipment & Workers Night-shift construction poses unique challenges, from safety hazards to equipment theft. Learn how AI surveillance is transforming site security after dark. The post Night-Shift Construction Challenges and the Role of AI Surveillance in Protecting Equipment & Workers appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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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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Bristol awards £288m civils and highways framework

Construction Enquirer

Bristol City Council has selected 30 firms for a £288m highways and civils framework covering 10 separate lots running until 2029. Big names like Eurovia, Tarmac, Breedon, Colas, Octavius and Taylor Woodrow join a mix of regional and SME players to share in work ranging from surfacing to bridge repairs and major highway rebuilds across the South West.

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Kier seals PCSA deal for £55m Bridgend school

Construction Enquirer

Kier Construction has secured the stage one design deal for the long-delayed rebuild of Heronsbridge School in Bridgend in south Wales. The £2m deal was awarded via the SEWSCAP4 framework and covers the design of a 300-place school for pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties and autism. The new-build facility will be developed around a mile from the school’s current site on Ewenny Road, relocating to the Island Farm area.

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North America’s First Mass Timber Warehouse Opens In Ontario

Business Facilities

T he first mass timber warehouse in North America was recently made available for lease in Brampton, Ontario , marking a notable milestone for sustainability in industrial development. Developed by Prologis , the 246,000 square-foot facility was built using mass timber construction, and is designed to achieve a 47% carbon reduction and offset more than 1,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide, a significant advancement compared to traditional building materials.

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Elements Europe went down owing supply chain £8.7m

Construction Enquirer

Offsite construction specialist Elements Europe owed subcontractors and suppliers £8.7m when it went into administration last month. A report by administrators Interpath reveals the scale of debt and losses at the business. Elements Europe also owed £71.8m to its majority South Korean owner GS Engineering & Construction (GS) who invested in the firm in 2020.

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Bristol council awards £288m highways framework to 27 firms

Construction News

Bristol City Council has awarded a £288m highways and civils framework covering a four-year programme of road improvement and infrastructure work. The Highways Asset Management and Civils Framework, which will run from October 2025 to September 2029, is divided into 10 lots. These cover a… The post Bristol council awards £288m highways framework to 27 firms appeared first on Construction News.

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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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Mace confirmed for £200m Paddington overstation job

Construction Enquirer

The joint venture between Helical and TfL’s property company Places for London has confirmed Mace as prefered bidder for its £200m overstation office scheme at Paddington Station. The innovative 19-storey, 235,000 sq ft office building will sit above the canal side entrance to Paddington Station and has been designed by architect Grimshaw. Enabling and interface works are now underway on the site ahead of the formal acquisition of the property by the joint venture in January 2026.

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What Ford and the Empire State Building Can Teach Us About Construction Productivity

OmTrak

Despite decades of progress, construction productivity has barely improved since the 90’s. In contrast, industries like manufacturing have made massive gains – not just through tools, but through smarter processes and an unwavering focus on quality. At an ACA Conference I attended, this gap was front and centre. While listening to talks on productivity and digital innovation, I found myself wondering: Are we asking the wrong questions?

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Skanska signs £153m contract for A47 Thickthorn junction

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How to Convert Existing Property into 'Green' Buildings?

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In an era marked by increasing environmental concerns, the sustainability of our built environment has become a paramount issue. While new construction offers opportunities to implement sustainable practices from the ground up, existing buildings present a unique challenge.

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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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Clearlight Energy Partners With *ISNetworld®: What This Means for Contractors

Safety Services Company

Quick Highlights : Clearlight Energy has officially joined ISNetworld®. Contractors now must achieve ISNetworld® compliance to qualify for projects with Clearlight Energy. Safety Services Company offers expert assistance to take care of compliance requirements for you, so you can focus on the job. Clearlight Energy, a leading developer and operator of clean power and energy storage facilities, has recently become a member of ISNetworld®, a contractor management platform that connects hiring clie

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Contractor sought for £40m Gorbals resi scheme

Construction News

New Gorbals Housing Association has issued a tender for a £40m residential development at Caledonian Road in Glasgow. The successful contractor will be required to support the client’s team in progressing a RIBA Stage 2 design through to construction. Works include piled foundations, external landscaping,… The post Contractor sought for £40m Gorbals resi scheme appeared first on Construction News.

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Kier names new construction boss for clients and markets

Construction Enquirer

Kier has promoted Rebecca Boundy to managing director of Clients and Markets in its Construction business, bolstering the senior leadership team. The move comes as the firm looks to strengthen its position across key sectors including education, healthcare, defence and justice following major project wins this year. Boundy, who joined Kier in 2015, was previously public sector director.

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Builders eye later-stage startups in funding ventures

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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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Modular construction firm owed hundreds of suppliers £8.7m

Construction News

Modular construction firm Elements Europe went into administration owing hundreds of suppliers £8.7m. A report from administrators at Interpath revealed that two loss-making major contracts, which were plagued with delays and water issues, impacted the firm. Work ceased immediately on the projects in Hackney and… The post Modular construction firm owed hundreds of suppliers £8.7m appeared first on Construction News.

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How a SeaWorld ruling could impact construction safety

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Next phase of Menai Suspension Bridge maintenance using modular access system to begin

New Civil Engineer

Essential maintenance work has begun on the historic Menai Suspension Bridge, with specialist firm Spencer Bridge Engineering embarking on the second phase of repairs to preserve the Grade I listed structure. The post Next phase of Menai Suspension Bridge maintenance using modular access system to begin appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Gloucestershire plans £60m highways framework ahead of 2026 launch

Construction News

Gloucestershire County Council has launched a preliminary market engagement ahead of procuring a new highways construction framework worth up to £60m. The four-year, multi-supplier framework will be split into two lots, and would replace a series of open tenders previously used by the council. Lot… The post Gloucestershire plans £60m highways framework ahead of 2026 launch appeared first on Construction News.

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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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Sizewell C | Aerial images and official updates reveal construction progress

New Civil Engineer

Fresh aerial images of the Sizewell C site and local area have highlighted significant construction activities around the planned nuclear power station, and the project shared official updates on its preparatory works with the local community. The post Sizewell C | Aerial images and official updates reveal construction progress appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Economics for July 21, 2025

ENR Construction

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.

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2025 MEWP Rental Market Forecasted to Slow

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Ten Minutes with QXO CEO Brad Jacobs

ENR Construction

Market maker and serial entrepreneur Brad Jacobs’ outlines his QXO playbook: disciplined M&A, tech‑driven consolidation, AI‑powered pricing and logistics and unified branding to reshape building‑products distribution.

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How CMiC Helps Construction Teams Stay Ahead of Project Risk

CONSTRUCTâ„¢ 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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Dumfries and Galloway picks contractor to support EV hub rollout

Construction News

Galliford Try Digital Infrastructure has been appointed to lead the design and preconstruction phase for a series of mobility hubs across Dumfries and Galloway. The contract, with an undisclosed value and duration - was awarded through the Crown Commercial Service’s Construction Works and Associated Services… The post Dumfries and Galloway picks contractor to support EV hub rollout appeared first on Construction News.

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Miami Supertall Tower Cleared for Take-Off

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Panel flags barriers to ending private building control

Construction News

The panel considering the future of building control has highlighted barriers which could hinder the ending of private sector involvement in signing-off buildings. On Tuesday, the government-appointed Building Control Independent Panel, created in response to a recommendation in the Grenfell Tower part two report, published… The post Panel flags barriers to ending private building control appeared first on Construction News.