UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. Examples include improperly installed plumbing, electrical wiring errors, and poor finishes.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

Buildern

JULY 10, 2025

What happens after a general contractor meets a client who wants a house of his dreams? This phase begins well before proposals are sent, contracts are signed, or any physical work begins. The subs or vendors receive an email without the need to log into the system. A builder starts planning. What Can Help with Project Planning?

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Estimating Building Performance Measurement Project Management 52

Construction Dive

JULY 1, 2025

Portland is under a federal deadline to get the filtration system online by September 2027, per the project website. The city is eager to put hundreds of construction tradespeople back to work to complete these critical water system improvements.”

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Land Use Regulations Infrastructure Development Safety Regulations Public Works 179

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Their expertise covers unique building techniques, system planning, and tiny house requirements. Happy customers often praise: Construction detail work Professional communication On-time completion After-sale support Top builders offer detailed warranties from 1 to 2 years on general construction.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Building Code Compliance Plumbing Systems Fire Protection Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

Contract Preparation Work with your architect or solicitor to prepare a comprehensive building contract that protects all parties. Standard industry contracts from organisations like HIA or Master Builders provide good frameworks, but ensure specific project requirements are documented.

Painting/finishing 52

Painting/finishing Electrical Wiring Installation Building Code Compliance Site Planning 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 2, 2025

a leading general contracting firm involved in significant transit and public works projects throughout downstate New York, successfully replaced two vital escalators that serve as the only free and accessible connection between the underground B/D trains and the elevated 4 train at the historic Yankee Stadium 161st Street station in the Bronx.

Fire Protection System Installation 92

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Electrical Systems General Contracting 92

NH Construction Law

MAY 24, 2025

Several years back I blogged ( #36 ) on how design-build contracting – combining design and construction responsibilities in a single phased contract – might impact a contractor’s liability for design defects where there is joint participation by owner and contractor in the design. Gilbane Building Co. ,

Building Design 40

Building Design Contracts Warranty General Contracting 40

Jonas Construction

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

How can contractors consistently stay on top of costs while managing complex projects and service contracts? In this blog, we’ll explore the essential components of construction job costing, guide you through the steps to implement an accurate job costing system and explore how integrated construction solutions can enhance your job costing.

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Project Management Risk Management Building Code Compliance 52

ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

National Park system would come with its own unique set of challenges. National Park Service Work on the project has been carried out in phases due to the limited construction season in the park, generally lasting from April to October. The contracts we had with the hotels ended in May. Photo courtesy U.S.

Concrete Pouring 68

Concrete Pouring Steel Fabrication Site Planning Surveying 68

CCR Magazine

MARCH 11, 2025

Evaluate Mechanical Systems Thoroughly. Assess plumbing, electrical, and HVAC components for efficiency. Outdated systems influence a buyer’s price reduction upfront. Ask for solid references, further proof of funds, and clarify expectations before progressing to detailed contract discussions.

Inspection 52

Inspection Property Management General Contracting Foundation Systems 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2024

Contract executed in September 2024 with an expected completion in January 2025. A $3 million office upfit for Rosendin Electrics Charlotte office which builds out 15,000 square feet of office space and a 30,000-square-foot warehouse in Huntersville, North Carolina, completed in November 2024. Notable projects include: The $7.5

Specialty Contracting 52

Specialty Contracting Flooring Systems Electrical Systems General Contracting 52

Roads Online

JULY 21, 2025

BMD has been awarded the contract (valued at $70 million) and will be responsible for the construction of six precast tunnels. BMD Constructions General Manager – WA Leon Fogliani said the company recently celebrated 10 years of operation in Western Australia.

General Contracting 59

General Contracting Wall Systems Electrical Systems Lifts 59

CCR Magazine

APRIL 9, 2025

Griffin Electric, Inc. Griffin Electric), a leading electrical contractor throughout New England and the Southeast for nearly five decades, is currently performing electrical installations on a 51,000-sf addition to the existing Shelby County Jail in Columbiana, AL. based in Birmingham, is the electrical engineer.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Systems Fire Protection Systems 52

Construction Dive

JULY 15, 2025

Its most transformative provisions include the restoration of 100% bonus depreciation, immediate expense of research and development costs and a permanent extension of the 20% pass-through deduction under Section 199A, said Deniz Mustafa, senior director of infrastructure finance at Associated General Contractors of America.

Renewable Energy Systems 295

Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Infrastructure Development Fire Protection System Installation 295

Buildern

JULY 4, 2025

With the right systems, workforce instability turns into a growth opportunity instead of a problem. The problem is that federal requirements by OSHA sometimes overlap with state labor laws and union contracts. Managing human resources means putting systems in place to protect employees and enhance workflows.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Project Management Risk Management Construction Management 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 2, 2025

Griffin Electric Inc. Griffin Electric), a leading electrical subcontractor throughout New England and the Southeast for nearly 50 years, is continuing work on The Nash Casino project, located in Nashua, NH. Griffin Electric is responsible for the electrical and telecommunications work on this 130,000-sf, two-story casino.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation Electrical Systems Wall Systems Structural Systems 52

For Construction Pros

JULY 16, 2025

Faced with mounting cost pressures, a slowdown in construction investment amid high interest rates, and general uncertainty, most key indicators failed to register growth. France’s fleet remained flat, the UK’s contracted by 2 percent, while growth in Italy and the Netherlands also slowed.

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 52

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Lifts Construction Equipment Controls Manufacturing 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

These sheets offer excellent electrical insulation properties and self-extinguishing characteristics, making them suitable for industrial environments where safety remains paramount. Electrical cable insulation represents a primary use for flexible PVC, where the material’s insulating properties combine with necessary flexibility.

Fire Protection System Installation 40

Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials Manufacturing Fire Protection Systems Material Storage 40

ENR Construction

JULY 7, 2025

Five of 10 contracts are underway for the $11-billion Gateway program in New York and New Jersey to build two new tunnels beneath the Hudson River while revamping the two existing ones, she added. The passenger train uses a hybrid hydrogen and battery technology to propel the train and power onboard electrical systems.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 65

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Fire Protection Systems Renewable Energy Systems Risk Management 65

ENR Construction

JULY 15, 2025

A candidate for the title of worlds biggest infrastructure nerd, Derrible can drop factoids that would otherwise require constant quick lookups on ChatGPT—such as a mention that municipal solid waste generally has a weight of about 160 kilograms per cubic meter and a moisture content of about 20%.

Infrastructure Development 45

Infrastructure Development Surveying Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement 45

The Construction Index

JULY 15, 2025

Sharon Graham, general secretary of the Unite union, said: “This excellent deal was reached because the JIB employers know Unite members have strong collective bargaining powers. Galliford Try advances its EV charging ambitions 21 hours Galliford Try is expanding its digital infrastructure portfolio with electric vehicle charging stations.

Construction Equipment 59

Construction Equipment Electrical Systems General Contracting Wall Systems 59

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 28, 2023

LAS VEGAS – Platinum Contracting of Nevada, a leading independent full-service general contractor who specializes in underground utilities, is striving to advance Southern Nevada’s utility distribution through a series of underground installations. Collins and Colorado Springs, Colorado and Anaheim, California, are reporting 99.9

Contracts 246

Contracts Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 21, 2024

LAS VEGAS – Platinum Contracting, a leading Las Vegas contractor specializing in heavy civil and underground utilities, has completed a large-scale underground infrastructure project in Summerlin. Dry utilities include telecom lines, natural gas piping and electrical systems. 5000 list in 2023.

Contracts 130

Contracts Piping Installation General Contracting Infrastructure Development 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System. Construction Management Co.:

Engineering 264

Engineering Concrete Pouring Plumbing Systems Structural Systems 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

DENVER — The Regional Transportation District (RTD) has entered into a contract with WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy in the U.S., Johnson, RTD general manager and chief executive officer. In 2008, a subfleet of hybrid diesel-electric fixed-route buses was introduced to the system.

Electrical Systems 130

Electrical Systems Infrastructure Development Project Management Consulting Facility Management 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Five Contractors Recognized for Their Innovative Use of Technology LAS VEGAS— Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) today announced the winners of the annual Trimble Construction Management Awards, which honors the successes that North American civil, general and specialty contractors have achieved with the support of Trimble technology.

Construction Management 130

Construction Management Specialty Contracting General Contracting Building Automation 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 5, 2023

(Lochner), a leading provider of infrastructure planning and engineering services, has been selected by the Pierre Regional Airport (PIR) in South Dakota to lead the pavement rehabilitation and electrical systems replacement for Runway 13-31, addressing critical needs outlined in the airport’s Capital Improvement Project program.

Contracts 100

Contracts Electrical Systems Project Management Consulting General Contracting 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 8, 2024

Of particular focus were enhancements to the buildings’ electrical, mechanical and wastewater infrastructure while maintaining consistency with the site’s original zoning. General contracting services for the project were provided by Coakley & Williams Construction. The two-level 20440 Century Blvd.

HVAC System Installation 130

HVAC System Installation Real Estate Development Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 19, 2024

By: Rich MacGregor, Technical Writer The growing trend towards above ground pump stations is transforming wastewater collection systems, empowering operators to rise above the challenges of conventional submersible pumps. Maintaining operational efficiency is crucial because pump stations consume a significant amount of electricity.

Piping Installation 130

Piping Installation Lifts Electrical Wiring Installation Electrical Systems 130

Business Facilities

AUGUST 26, 2021

Michigan-based SK Siltron CSS, a manufacturer of semiconductor wafers used in power system components, will invest $302 million and create up to 150 jobs in Monitor Township, MI. The new semiconductor wafer manufacturing and R&D operation will help meet the demand for electric vehicle components and is supported by a $1.5

Electrical Systems 120

Electrical Systems Site Planning Building Products Distribution Facility Management 120

Civil Engineer Blog

JUNE 23, 2024

A subcontractor is a person or a company hired by a general contractor to perform part of the work of a construction job. For example, a contractor might be building a house, but might hire a firm or a person specializing in electrical engineering to install the electrical systems needed in the house.

Electrical Systems 98

Electrical Systems Engineering General Contracting Contracts 98

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

Believe me, no one will be happier than me when we can stop referencing the Great Recession that rocked the general commercial construction industry and the overall economy. In fact, it’s fair to say that commercial general construction may have been the hardest hit sector of the economy. Unfortunately, that time has not come yet.

General Contracting 123

General Contracting Construction Management Project Management Change Management 123

Practical Law Construction

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

At the time, I said that if parties have a tiered dispute resolution clause in their contract, one thing they shouldn’t do is jump in at the deep end, missing out a step or two on the way, because we know the judges don’t like this (as was proved by Lady Wolffe’s dismissal of the court proceedings in that case). The claim is put at £72.8

General Contracting 124

General Contracting Contracts Electrical Systems Infrastructure Development 124

Contractors Liability Blog

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

While general contractors are not required to pass an exam, specialty contractors—such as electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and roofers—may need to meet additional licensing standards set by the state or local authorities. General Contractor License Application: Register with the Nebraska Department of Labor and local jurisdictions.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Specialty Contracting 52

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 4, 2022

Installed model and features of each system. Provide instructions stating when the systems should be retested. Repair requirements must inform operators how to check out, troubleshoot, repair, and replace components of the system. Include warranty information for primary components of the system.

Maintenance 105

Maintenance Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Warranty 105

Contractors Liability Blog

AUGUST 21, 2024

A contractor’s license not only validates your expertise but also enhances your credibility, making it easier to win contracts and grow your business. State Overview: General Licensing Requirements The Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) oversees contractor licensing in Utah.

Specialty Contracting 52

Specialty Contracting Plumbing Systems Insurance Management Building Code Compliance 52

Contractors Liability Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2024

This guide will help you understand how to get your contractor license, whether you’re into roofing, plumbing, electrical work, HVAC, or general contracting. Contractors must use the eCLIPSE online system to access application forms and get the latest requirements. Which Office Gives Out Licenses in Philadelphia?

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General Contracting HVAC Systems Electrical Systems Plumbing Systems 52