Construction Enquirer
JUNE 18, 2023
Galliford Try has signed an early contractor involvement deal with Gloucestershire County Council for the big upgrade of junction 10 of the M5 to the west of Cheltenham The scheme is being funded through the council’s successful bid to the UK Government’s Housing Infrastructure Fund for £249m. The council was forced to rethink procurement plans for the project last year in the face of volatile market costs.
Construction News
JUNE 18, 2023
A dangerous-structure notice will be issued after the collapse of a roof at an east London residential site that was developed by Ballymore but which is now managed by Galliard Homes. On Thursday evening (15 June), a roof collapsed into Crossharbour Montessori Day Nursery in… The post Council warning after roof collapse at Ballymore-developed site appeared first on Construction News.
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Construction Enquirer
JUNE 18, 2023
Doncaster based residential developer Empire Property Concepts Ltd went into administration owing suppliers and subcontractors more than £500,000. An update from administrator Opus Restructuring Llp has revealed the scale of debts left by the failure of the firm in April. Empire Property Concepts Ltd changed its name to MCIOD Limited days before Metro Bank called in the administrators.
New Civil Engineer
JUNE 18, 2023
The transport committee has written to Mark Harper calling the government’s response to its decarbonisation report “disappointing” and has demanded a long-term rail electrification strategy. The post Transport committee calls for long-term rail electrification strategy after ‘disappointing’ decarbonisation response appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Construction Enquirer
JUNE 18, 2023
Administrators for Henry Construction Projects have confirmed the majority of the contractor’s 40 staff have been laid off. Administrators from insolvency practice FRP also said they are now working to gather information on remaining assets and events in the lead up to the collapse of the £400m turnover tower builder. It is understood several clients on Henry’s more advanced projects are now in talks with subcontractors and suppliers to finish work directly.
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Civil Engineer Blog
JUNE 18, 2023
Welding is a slightly more complicated process than simply applying a blow torch to two pieces of metal and watching them meld together. There have been a number of welding technologies and techniques developed over the years, with one that is used in the highest quality work: orbital welding. Anything you can think of that […] The post How Orbital Welding Revolutionizes Pipe to Pipe Joining first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
Civil Engineering Web
JUNE 18, 2023
In this article, we share the causes of roof leakage, temporary and permanent way of roof leakage solutions, water leakage solutions of various roofs such as concrete roof, cement sheet roof, asbestos room, RCC Roof, etc. Understanding the Causes and Solutions of Roof Leakage The water leakage from the roof causes lots of problems in.
The Constructor
JUNE 18, 2023
Green roofs and living walls are two of the latest sustainable design and architecture trends. These two concepts have revolutionized how we think about urban environments, providing a more holistic and ecological approach to making cities more livable and sustainable. The advantages of green roofs and living walls are manifold, from reducing energy bills to […] The post Green Roofs and Living Walls: An Overview of Benefits and Installation appeared first on The Constructor.
New Civil Engineer
JUNE 18, 2023
The Engineering Professors’ Council (EPC), with support from the Royal Academy of Engineering, has launched its Engineering Ethics Toolkit to help educators build ethics into their engineering teaching. The post New resource supports the need to include ethics in engineering education appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Roads Online
JUNE 18, 2023
Close the Loop’s Steve Morriss reflects on the importance of a circular economy for the infrastructure sector, while also highlighting the opportunities for future improvement by industry. T he term ‘circular economy’ may have only accelerated in use in recent times, but the core principle has been around since the 19th century. The system outlines a process of production and consumption, where waste is minimised by keeping resources within an ecosystem.
ENR Construction
JUNE 18, 2023
Philadelphia-based Buckley & Co. is building a temporary road and will then rebuild the I-95 bridge that was destroyed in a fire.
Field Wire
JUNE 18, 2023
For a long time, construction has been perceived as a male-dominated field. Initiatives focused on diversity, equity and inclusion have helped change the perception of women’s contribution to the industry, however, they are still underrepresented. Women represent 10.9% of construction workers in the United States, according to the U.S. Labor Force 2022 Statistics.
Construction News
JUNE 18, 2023
A Scottish council has appointed Balfour Beatty for a roads-upgrade project worth up to £40m. Councillors at Falkirk Council agreed to appoint the UK’s biggest contractor for its Westfield A9/A904 improvement scheme. The work will involve widening carriageways, building major crossing points and implementing road… The post Balfour Beatty picked for £40m Scottish roads upgrade appeared first on Construction News.
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New Civil Engineer
JUNE 18, 2023
Tunnelling on the Snowy 2.0 hydroelectricity megaproject in Australia is poised to restart by the end of July, pending approval of programme modifications. The post Stalled Snowy 2.0 tunnelling set to resume in weeks pending approvals appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
JUNE 18, 2023
Workers at Severfield’s headquarters have accepted a new pay offer after carrying out strike action over a three-week period. Staff at the firm’s Dalton site in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, took part in a series of strikes after 93 per cent of GMB union members at… The post Severfield workers settle pay dispute after strike action appeared first on Construction News.
Construction Placements
JUNE 18, 2023
The Future of Urban Planning: What Job Seekers Should Expect As cities grow and evolve, the field of urban planning presents numerous opportunities for job seekers. This blog post dives deep into what aspiring urban planners can expect in terms of job prospects, salary expectations, work environments, career paths, and much more. Whether you're passionate about shaping cities or interested in sustainable development, embark on this journey to uncover the exciting future of urban planning.
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