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Will contractors scramble for labor this year? It depends.

Construction Dive

Firms that build multi-year megaprojects may have more success finding construction workers, experts say.

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HS2 lodges Curzon Street redesign application

Construction News

HS2 has submitted design changes for its Curzon Street station to Birmingham City Council. Outline planning permission for the terminus was granted in 2020, with a Mace-Dragados joint venture being awarded the 570m job the following yearand early works starting in 2024. Application papers recently… The post HS2 lodges Curzon Street redesign application appeared first on Construction News.

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Resolve to win more jobs in the new year

Construction Dive

Running a construction company is hard but these steps can lead to a more profitable business, writes consultant Matt Verderamo.

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Building a Greener Tomorrow: The impact of BESS on sustainable construction

New Civil Engineer

The construction industry is a significant contributor to global emissions and will require a multifaceted approach to effectively decarbonise. Battery energy storage systems (BESS) will be crucial to these efforts, enhancing cost-efficiency and meeting strict environmental regulations. The post Building a Greener Tomorrow: The impact of BESS on sustainable construction 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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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Why mentorship matters

Construction Dive

Initiatives like the ACE Mentor Program create a two-way street of learning, writes a preconstruction professional who works with high school students.

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Data center boom powers rebound in construction planning

Construction Dive

The strong momentum is expected to support spending this year, said Sarah Martin, associate director of forecasting at Dodge Construction Network.

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Construction Briefs – As We Begin 2025

Ed Zarenski

We are close enough, now in mid-January, to see where the numbers will end up for 2024. Construction spending as of Nov is up 6.5% year-to-date vs same 11 months in 2023. We are up 6.0% ytd vs the average of 2023. My forecast predicts we end 2024 up 6.2%, but growth is only 3.

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Sizewell C faces calls for National Audit Office investigation

New Civil Engineer

The National Audit Office (NAO) has received a request from a campaign group, echoed by a former energy secretary, to conduct a review of the public money invested in Sizewell C. The post Sizewell C faces calls for National Audit Office investigation appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Morgan Sindall takes over Canary Wharf lab job

The Construction Index

Morgan Sindall Construction has been appointed as the new lead contractor for a life science transformation within London’s Canary Wharf.

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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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Network Rail completes ‘once in a generation’ £190M overhaul of Crewe bottleneck

New Civil Engineer

Crewes railway infrastructure has undergone a once in a generation upgrade following a 190M investment by Network Rail, aimed at enhancing both passenger and freight services at one of Britains busiest junctions. The post Network Rail completes once in a generation 190M overhaul of Crewe bottleneck appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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IS 1893 : 2023 Draft Version – Download PDF

Civil Engineering Web

Recently, the Bureau of Indian Standards shared the draft version of IS 1893:2023 for commentary purposes. This standard represents the criteria for the earthquake-resistant design of structures. The draft version of IS 1893 is set to introduce significant changes in the methodology of designing earthquake-resistant structures. IS 1893 : 2023 Draft Version The draft version.

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‘Blackout prevention system’ activated for third time this winter

New Civil Engineer

The National Energy System Operator (Neso) on Wednesday issued its third capacity market notice (CMN) of autumn and winter 2024/25 to ensure that no blackouts occurring on the UK electricity grid. The post Blackout prevention system activated for third time this winter appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Morgan Sindall takes over ISG life sciences job

Construction News

A life sciences job in Londons Canary Wharf originally won by collapsed contractor ISG will be completed by Morgan Sindall. The tier one contractor announced this morning (9 January) that it is taking on the project at 17 Columbus Courtyard, Canary Wharf after the job… The post Morgan Sindall takes over ISG life sciences job appeared first on Construction News.

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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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Liverpool John Lennon Airport to install £3M solar farm

New Civil Engineer

Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) has entered into a partnership with solar energy firm Activ8 Energies, alongside SSE Airtricity, to establish a solar farm within its premises. The post Liverpool John Lennon Airport to install 3M solar farm appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Heat Pump Rescue - Struggle with a Crippling Error Code

The Contractor Magazine

Nelson Mechanical finds the reason for a crippling error code in a heat pump system that was driving the homeowner nuts.

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Warning about ‘critical national infrastructure’ data centres’ failure due to climate risks

New Civil Engineer

Data centres face increasing risks from climate change in the form of heatwaves, flooding and power outages, according to a new report from techUK. The post Warning about critical national infrastructure data centres failure due to climate risks appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Volumetric Concrete Mixers Create Opportunities to Lower Your Project Costs

For Construction Pros

Explore new revenue streams and overcome scheduling challenges associated with concrete pours

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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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Pothole funding disparity: Brighton gets biggest boost while Blackpool receives least

New Civil Engineer

Recent research has shed light on the funding disparities for pothole maintenance across local authorities in England, revealing significant differences in the additional budget allocated per mile of road. The post Pothole funding disparity: Brighton gets biggest boost while Blackpool receives least appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Three share £530m Southern Water package

The Construction Index

Southern Water has awarded contracts totalling £530m in value to boost its wastewater network performance in the southeast of England.

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Construction of Europe’s biggest battery farm on former Scottish coal mine to begin

New Civil Engineer

The proposal to build Europes largest battery energy storage facility on a former coal mine in Scotland has received notice to begin construction. The post Construction of Europes biggest battery farm on former Scottish coal mine to begin appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Quick Data: Top-Selling Motor Graders in 2024

Equipment World

Motor graders from Caterpillar, Deere and Komatsu topped the list. See which models were best-sellers and fetched top dollar at auction.

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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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Transpennine Route Upgrade | Bridge replacement and station milestones hit over holidays

New Civil Engineer

Over the recent Christmas and New Year period, significant upgrades were carried out on the Transpennine Route, a key rail link between Manchester and York. The post Transpennine Route Upgrade | Bridge replacement and station milestones hit over holidays appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Turnover rises at diversified family contractor

Construction News

Profit at Munnelly Group has inched upwards despite a 24 per cent increase in turnover. Revenue for the year to 31 March 2024 rose from 119m to 147.2m, according to the family-owned contractors latest annual accounts. Chief executive Phil Munnelly said the revenue growth reflected… The post Turnover rises at diversified family contractor appeared first on Construction News.

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Entrance Handle – White Horses Rottingdean

Specification Product Update

Architectural Ironmonger : AC Leigh Client : H&R Strood, ADS The Project: A former coaching in, The White Horses hotel has over 300 years of history within its walls. Throughout this time, the hotel has welcomed weary travellers and local residents to enjoy refreshments and top-notch food. With sea views and individually designed rooms, this hotel is something special.

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20 under 40 Professional Women in Construction

CCR Magazine

The New York chapter of Professional Women in Construction (PWC-NY) is a nonprofit organization that connects women and promotes diversity within the architecture, engineering, construction and related fields. PWC NY offers informative industry programming, exclusive member resources, and leadership and networking opportunities. Each year PWC’s Board of Directors recognizes twenty women under the age of 40 who are excelling in their careers in the AEC industry.

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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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Clients failing to engage with building safety regime, says survey

Construction Law

Construction clients are totally failing to engage with the new building safety regime while pressure to deliver projects cheaper and faster is increasing, according to research carried out by the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA). The association is calling for a public awareness publicity campaign to boost client engagement. 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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Los Angeles Wildfires Rage on, Destroying Structures and Displacing Residents

ENR Construction

Wildfires in Los Angeles have already destroyed thousands of buildings this week and the full extent of the damage will not be known for some time, according to local officials during a media briefing Jan.

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AI pilot scheme succeeding in spotting bid rigging

Construction Law

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) reports success with a pilot scheme using Artificial Intelligence to spot bid rigging by contractors and warns of significant risks to public procurement from the illegal activities. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.