Civil Engineer Blog
MAY 24, 2025
Why project scheduling is the art? If it were a science then every project would be delivered on time! In truth, the art of scheduling is based on experience and the more experience you have, the more accurate your schedule will be. However, you can still produce an accurate schedule by following some simple rules. […] The post The Art of Project Scheduling first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
Construction Dive
MAY 27, 2025
Former and current military members are well-suited for superintendent and safety manager roles, according to a recent webinar hosted by Skanska and the Society of American Military Engineers.
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New Civil Engineer
MAY 27, 2025
The new publicly owned body Great British Railways (GBR) is set to take over the management of most passenger rail services and infrastructure in Britain approximately a year after the new Railways Bill becomes law. The post DfT says Great British Railways coming soon as South Western transfers to public ownership appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
MAY 26, 2025
Investigations into large-scale labour fraud on the HS2 project are expected to widen now that the national media has picked up the story.
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Contractor Bookkeeping
MAY 30, 2025
Running a small business is exciting, but lets be honest, managing the admin side of things can feel overwhelming. Between keeping financial records, looking after daily operations, and ensuring compliance with tax laws, its easy to feel buried under endless to-do lists. But heres the good news: with the right strategies, small business administration doesnt have to be a headache.
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Equipment World
MAY 27, 2025
Vermeer and Interlune revealed a full-size prototype excavator to dig up dirt on the moon at 100 metric tons per hour to harvest helium-3.
Construction News
MAY 30, 2025
An interim chief construction advisor is to be announced by the summer, ahead of a permanent appointment next year. It comes after the Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommended the role was resurrected following the tragedy. The government said it intended to engage an interim advisor promptly… The post Interim chief construction advisor to be appointed by the summer appeared first on Construction News.
AEC Business
MAY 29, 2025
I sat down with Carl Veillette, Chief Product Officer at Newforma, to discuss how AI is quietly transforming jobsite workflows, and why connecting email threads to BIM models might be more powerful than it sounds. The post BIM, Email, and AI: Rethinking Project Information Management appeared first on AEC Business.
Construction Dive
MAY 27, 2025
Economic uncertainty and April’s tariff announcements caused groundbreakings to drop sharply, according to a new report from Dodge Construction Network.
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.
Equipment World
MAY 30, 2025
Known for its compact equipment, Bobcat is venturing into bigger machines, and on this episode of The Dirt, we find out why. Watch at Equipment World.
Construction News
MAY 30, 2025
Holtec Britain has selected the 80-hectare GatewayEast site near Doncaster Sheffield Airport for its planned small modular reactor (SMR) factory. The firm said the project would create almost 20,000 construction and supply-chain jobs. GatewayEast (pictured) beat two other shortlisted locations within South Yorkshire following a… The post Holtec chooses South Yorkshire site for SMR factory investment appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 27, 2025
Herefordshire Council has taken a substantial step forward in reviving the long-discussed Hereford Western Bypass with preparations underway to tender the construction of Phase 1. The post Herefordshire Council to tender 42M contract for Hereford Western Bypass phase 1 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
MAY 27, 2025
With the Manufactured Products General Waiver gone, contractors must prepare for potential cost, schedule and quality control issues, legal experts say.
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.
Roads Online
MAY 26, 2025
Image courtesy of the South Australian Government. The South Australian Government will match the Federal Governments $125 million investment to remove the Curtis Road level crossing in Munno Para, a key connection in Adelaides growing northern suburbs. The funding will be formally announced as part of the 2025/26 South Australian State Budget, which will be released next Thursday (June 5, 2025).
Equipment World
MAY 29, 2025
The DX225LL-7 log loader and DX225RB-7 road builder get increased horsepower, faster cycle times and more lifting capacity for forestry applications.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 29, 2025
A recent project in Oxfordshire has showcased how robots might construct significant infrastructure in orbit without human involvement, potentially transforming the future of space-based energy generation. The post UKAEA robotics project demonstrates viability of building large-scale infrastructure in space appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2025
The cash comes amid a looming water crisis in the Lone Star State as droughts intensify throughout the region.
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The Construction Index
MAY 29, 2025
The next phase of plant training standards is set to be rolled out next month by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB).
Construction News
MAY 29, 2025
Tier one civils contractor Murphy has seen its pre-tax profit jump by 25 per cent, according to its latest accounts. The firm also boasted a 5.44bn order book at the end of last year an increase of 64 per cent on 2023 and more… The post Murphy order book exceeds 5bn as profit surges appeared first on Construction News.
Construction Specifier
MAY 27, 2025
The Poinciana Rehabilitation Center (PRC) is a first-of-its-kind mental health treatment facility in the Cayman Islands. The Poinciana Rehabilitation Center(PRC) is a first-of-its-kind mental health treatment facility in the Cayman Islands that is redefining care through architecture, nature, and community support. Designed byMontgomery Sisam Architectsin association with DDL Studio, PRC is the Cayman Islands first purpose-built, government-run acute mental health treatment facility, which respo
Construction Dive
MAY 29, 2025
Regardless of education level, workers said they’re choosing blue-collar work for better long-term prospects, higher pay and a lower risk of being replaced by AI.
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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.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 27, 2025
Birmingham City Council has announced plans to establish a new Highways and Infrastructure Works Framework, valued at an estimated 640M excluding VAT (768M including VAT). The post Birmingham lines up procurement on 1bn worth of highways infrastructure frameworks appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
MAY 27, 2025
Administrators have been appointed for commercial building manufacturer Jans Offsite Solutions. The Antrim-based firm, which is a subsidiary of Jans Holdings Ltd, appointed insolvency experts from Keenan Corporate Finance in Belfast on 19 May. According to accounts for the year ending 31 December 2023, Jans… The post Northern Irish offsite firm enters administration appeared first on Construction News.
Roads Online
MAY 26, 2025
Kristian Horana, Senior Project Engineer for MRPV, Paul Sklepic, Project Manager for MRPV, Dr Rajeev Roychand, Postdoctoral Research Fellow at RMIT, Stephen Hill, Chief Executive Officer for BildGroup, and Gary Fox, Project Director for BildGroup. Images: BildGroup. Coffee is often referred to as a strong drink. Now, after its proven success in holding together concrete, the word strong has an entirely different meaning.
Construction Dive
MAY 27, 2025
“From a commercial perspective, it's not a unilateral decision most of the time on whether you can begin construction,” said Greg Matlock, a tax leader at EY Americas.
Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network
In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 27, 2025
High Speed 2 (HS2) Ltd and its contractor Balfour Beatty Vinci JV (BBV) are investigating allegations that hired employees were paid inflated rates to work on the projects West Midlands section. The post HS2 investigating allegations of fraudulent activity by labour supply companies appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
MAY 27, 2025
Stringent new powers to allow councils to fine developers sitting on land, and also strip them of sites if they do not meet targets, could reduce the sectors ability to build homes, experts have said. The warning comes as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and… The post Plans to fine developers sitting on land could hit housing supply appeared first on Construction News.
Construction Placements
MAY 29, 2025
APSC Recruitment 2025 for Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | 10 Posts | 07-06-2025 APSC Recruitment 2025 for Junior Engineer (Mechanical) with 10 Posts vacancies, last date to apply for this job is 07-06-2025 The post APSC Recruitment 2025 for Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | 10 Posts | 07-06-2025 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
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