UK Construction Blog

JULY 19, 2025

Depending on your insurance policy, you may also need to liaise with adjusters and loss assessors before major works resume. Floodwaters may hide trip hazards, contaminate materials, and destabilize structures. In spring 2024, North Texas experienced severe flooding that impacted thousands of homes and construction sites.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Construction Dive

JUNE 26, 2025

The bill could reduce liability insurance premiums by over 30% for contractors operating in the state, according to Elmendorf, where builders say absolute liability rules have inflated project costs. In particular, it hurts smaller contractors and MWBE firms who, in many cases, can’t get or afford the liability insurance that they would need.”

Safety Regulations

Buildern

JULY 9, 2025

Cons: Higher Overhead Costs: Payroll, benefits, and insurance. Low overhead: No need to manage payroll, benefits, or long-term employment. Moreover, most specialty contractors need to have insurance to get a business license. So, checking the insurance is also a part of a risk management plan.

Insurance Management

Safety Services Company

MAY 2, 2025

Other Required Documentation This may include OSHA forms , training rosters, and insurance certifications. Insurance Support We collaborate with insurance providers directly to ensure your policies meet all ISNetworld requirements for accurate endorsements and coverage. EHS Written Programs Documented safety protocols.

Insurance Management

Construction Dive

JULY 7, 2025

Editors picks Win McNamee via Getty Images Opinion New ASCE codes aim to provide vital flood protection The updated standards mark a major shift in approach for design and construction in flood hazard areas, according to a floodplain manager. 1 investing.com These 5 U.S.

Public Works

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2024

Polygon , one of the largest global Property Damage Control and Temporary Climate Solutions providers, is pleased to announce they have partnered with WINT Water Intelligence , a leader in cutting-edge water management and risk mitigation solutions, to add real-time leak detection and auto shut-off water supply technology to their portfolio.

Insurance Management

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Construction companies must adopt proactive cash flow management strategies to thrive in this environment. The Current State of Construction Finance Construction firms are more often faced with the problem of being less productive, possibly with higher operating costs due to inefficient financial management systems.

Cost Control

Buildern

JULY 3, 2025

While managing a small residential remodel or a large-scale commercial build, knowing how to calculate labor cost in construction the right way can mean the difference between hitting your margins and losing money. can be 50–70% higher than base rates due to healthcare, payroll taxes, and insurance costs. For a carpenter: $29.31

Estimating

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 20, 2025

Remember: Striving for construction cost reliability and transparency in your construction estimating process, rather than absolute accuracy, will lead to more effective project management and ultimately, better results. Xactware: Specializes in cost data for insurance and restoration, but also provides general construction databases.

Estimating

Buildern

JULY 24, 2025

If you’re managing crews, working with subs, and wondering how to handle general contractor markup , this is the foundation you can’t skip. A general contractor contract comes into play when a builder takes full responsibility for managing a construction project , coordinating trades, materials , timelines, and client expectations.

General Contracting

Develop Coaching

JULY 25, 2025

PAS 91 or PQQ answers are rejected because insurance limits are low, ISO certificates have lapsed, or safety logs are incomplete. Out-of-date insurance papers, missing RAMS, or old financial statements trigger an instant “no”. Centralise Compliance Docs: store insurance, ISO, and RAMS evidence in a live cloud folder—renewal alerts on.

Building Code Compliance

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

By accurately calculating labor burden, contractors can prevent cost overruns and improve financial management importance of labor burden. Leveraging data-driven insights can assist contractors in better managing labor costs, thereby improving overall profitability using data to optimize costs. What is Burden Rate in Construction?

Insurance Management

Rabbet

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Managing construction loans is easier with a real estate platform like Rabbet. Lenders who use real estate management software report higher levels of confidence and efficiency compared to their counterparts. Talk to us today if you want to learn more about how Rabbet helps capital partners manage their real estate loans.

Risk Management

UK Construction Blog

MAY 2, 2025

Legal and Insurance Compliance UK fire safety laws require businesses to maintain their fire protection systems. Failure to do so could result in: Heavy fines Business closure Invalidated insurance claims Routine inspections help keep you compliant and your policy valid. Its a critical part of your businesss risk management strategy.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JULY 30, 2025

Whether you are into the design and construction of high-rise buildings, renovating monuments, or managing complex sites, knowledge of these top 10 BIM trends will help you realize the full potential of modern construction workflows. This can be achieved through data management automation and performance assessment.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Contractors Liability Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) manages this process. Insurance and Bonding Requirements Massachusetts requires liability insurance, but Boston might ask for more coverage for risky or big projects that affect public safety.

Permits

iField Smart

JULY 25, 2025

Field reporting is essential as it ensures every stakeholder including contractors, project management firms, etc. Reports are shared automatically with participants including subcontractors, managers, etc. This is critical for legal security, compliance checks, insurance demands, and problem resolution.

Communication

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

Whether you’re a main contractor managing multiple projects or a developer planning your next scheme, the message is clear: invest in professional expertise from the start. The cost of quality is always less than the price of failure.

Safety Regulations

Safety Services Company

JULY 10, 2025

ISNetworld® is a contractor management platform that streamlines the process of prequalifying contractors for hiring clients. Other Required Documentation – This may include OSHA forms , training rosters, and insurance certifications. What is ISNetworld®? EHS Written Programs – Documented safety protocols. Here’s what we offer: 1.

Insurance Management

UK Construction Blog

JULY 28, 2025

What matters instead is a network that senses risk early, reroutes volume quickly, and documents every hand-off for regulators and insurers. Some organisations adopt Vendor-Managed Inventory for parts with volatile demand, shifting buffer management upstream while securing priority production slots.

Building Resilience

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 2, 2024

For example, strong project management skills are crucial in the construction industry, where effective management ensures that projects are completed on time and on budget, and meet quality standards. Roll out learning and development initiatives Robust learning and development programs can attract and retain young workers.

Project Management

NH Construction Law

APRIL 30, 2025

While design professionals grabbed this bull by the horns years ago, and project estimators soon thereafter, project managers who know how to use AI tools to increase productivity and lessen risk are becoming increasingly common as well – and for good reason. But don’t wait to call your insurance agent.

Insurance Management

UK Construction Blog

MAY 6, 2025

Typically, the flue pipe is made of steel and can be either single-wall or double-wall, depending on the clearance required and the heat management needed.

Fire Protection System Installation

Buildern

JULY 30, 2025

If you’re running a small or mid-sized construction company , working as a general contractor, or overseeing multiple projects at once, the tools you use to manage the work behind the scenes matter. You’re estimating costs, coordinating crews, managing paperwork, and making sure client billing stays on track.

Schedule Management

Construction Law

AUGUST 1, 2025

Editor’s comment Same old, same old for the post Cunliffe construction sector? A step change in how water infrastructure is managed and delivered is promised by the Cunliffe report. Editor Nick Barrett asks if it will result in the changes the construction sector needs for the second biggest infrastructure programme in the UK.

Safety Regulations

Buildern

JULY 18, 2025

Document management software fixes that by giving structure to the chaos. With this in mind, we’ll go deep into the essence of construction document control, explore the key challenges, and give you some practical solutions to manage them. It’s a system that tracks and manages every file tied to a build. It holds up the job.

Building Code Compliance

Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Understanding Dominion Energy Compliance Through ISNetworld ISNetworld is a leading contractor management platform that simplifies the process of hiring safe, reliable, and qualified contractors. Supporting Documentation: Include any other documentation Dominion Energy mandates, like insurance certificates or specific training records.

Energy Efficiency

Contractors Liability Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

Contractors liability insurance steps in when those risks become real costs. Here’s what this insurance typically covers: Third-party bodily injury If a person trips over your equipment and gets injured, liability insurance can cover their medical bills, legal claims, and related costs.

Insurance Management

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Golbuff will focus on insurance recovery matters, while Konkol will handle construction defect matters. “We Prichard, Ball Janik Managing Partner. “As Golbuff represents business and individual policyholders in insurance coverage litigation and preparation of trial exhibits.

Insurance Management

Buildern

JULY 10, 2025

In this guide, we’ll break down the planning process step-by-step and figure out how construction management software tools help in creating a realistic and flexible plan. a project manager), in-house workers, or subcontractors involved in the project. A construction management software platform is an all-in-one communication hub.

Risk Management

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2025

Real Estate Portfolio Management: Property managers, real estate brokers, portfolio managers, and private equity firms can use EagleViews data to analyze trends across properties to assess risks, optimize performance, or identify emerging opportunities. For more information, please visit: [link].

Roofing Systems

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 11, 2025

Dan Simmons, Managing Director and founder, Quensus If insurers were asked to rank what they see as the most costly damages they could incur, you would expect factors like weather, fire and theft to sit high up the table. Smart valves allow companies to monitor and manage all aspects of water anywhere, anytime.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

Professional party wall surveyor london services represent insurance against these risks. Project managers need to coordinate surveyor appointments with other approvals. For construction professionals, understanding when to engage party wall surveyor london expertise represents essential project management knowledge.

Wall Systems

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

Another essential aspect of water management is another important factor. Through careful drainage management and avoiding over-absorption or loss of water in clay-filled soils, construction teams can minimize the potential of shrink-swell cycles.

Foundation Systems

Construction Law

JUNE 12, 2025

Pauline Lam, Mark Fletcher and Aaron Walder of Russell-Cooke LLP ask whether the Building Safety Act is in need of reform following a First-tier Tribunal decision that could give insurers opportunities to avoid liability for remediation works under new build warranties.

Insurance Management

Safety Services Company

JULY 16, 2025

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 clients with safe and reliable contractors. What is ISNetworld®? EHS Written Programs – Documented safety protocols. Here’s what we offer: 1.

Insurance Management

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2024

The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety ( IBHS ) today released the 2025 FORTIFIED Home, FORTIFIED Commercial and FORTIFIED Multifamily construction standards. All three standards are updated periodically to align with building codes and design standards. Learn more about the updated 2025 FORTIFIED Home standard at [link].

Building Code Compliance