Construction Dive

MAY 27, 2025

Given construction’s labor and skills shortages, primes sometimes need to hire less-than-optimal partners. Here’s how to succeed when that happens.

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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.

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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.

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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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Construction Management

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).

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Construction Management

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.

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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.

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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.

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Construction News

MAY 29, 2025

NHS Scotland has extended its flagship construction framework for up to two years, citing ongoing uncertainty in public capital funding. Frameworks Scotland 3, originally awarded in 2020 with a value of 650m, was due to end in November 2025 but will now run until 5… The post NHS Scotland extends major framework amid capital funding uncertainty appeared first on Construction News.

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Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 28, 2025

Project cost estimation levels depend on the amount of current, actionable information available about the project at a given stage. As a repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build activity progresses and the scope becomes more defined, the estimates become more reliable. #1. Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) Estimate / Class 5 Estimate: Purpose:Used in the early stages of project planning (0-5% project definition) for screening or feasibility studies, often for initial budgeting.

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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.

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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.

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The Construction Index

MAY 27, 2025

Inyanga Marine Energy Group has awarded the fabrication contract to build its HydroWing tidal energy device to Hutchinson Engineering.

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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.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 27, 2025

For years, the Vinyl Roofing Division of the Chemical Fabrics and Film Association (CFFA) has touted the recyclability of PVC roofing membranes. Already, more than 200 million pounds of pre- and post-consumer recycled PVC roofing have avoided the landfill, and over 10 million square feet of roof area has been recycled at the end of its service life.

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Construction Dive

MAY 28, 2025

Contractors believe more can be done to protect workers and motorists alike, with 47% of respondents to an AGC survey saying jobsites are a greater risk now than a year ago.

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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.

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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.

Construction Management

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).

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Construction News

MAY 27, 2025

HS2 has launched an investigation into whistleblower claims that overinflated rates were charged for workers supplied to build the West Midlands section of the route. The allegations relate to two labour suppliers employed by the Balfour Beatty Vinci (BBV) joint venture on the London-to-Birmingham high-speed… The post HS2 launches probe into labour-supply allegations appeared first on Construction News.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 26, 2025

One year after groundbreaking, Phase 1 of construction has been completed on one of the most ambitious civic mass timber projects in the U.S.

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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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UK Construction Blog

MAY 27, 2025

The post A Comprehensive Guide to Contractor Accommodation in the UK Construction Sector appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The UK construction industry is a vibrant, ever-evolving force, driving the nations growth through ambitious infrastructure projects, innovative building techniques, and a steadfast commitment to sustainability. From towering urban developments to sprawling rural projects, the sector is as dynamic as it is critical.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 27, 2025

This weeks quiz is from From LEED to WELL: Certifying healthy, resilient, and sustainable buildings. In modern building design, structural strength and aesthetics are no longer enoughhealth, sustainability, and resilience now shape the foundation of high-performance spaces. From energy-efficient HVAC systems and low-emission materials to acoustics, water quality, and climate-adaptive strategies, todays construction priorities demand a holistic approach.

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Construction News

MAY 27, 2025

Pre-tax profit has risen by 18 per cent at Dorset builder CG Fry & Son on the back of a bumper increase in turnover in its contracting arm. The Dorchester-based company, which operates as both a contractor and residential developer, said a strong financial and… The post CG Fry profit rises amid high demand for contracting services appeared first on Construction News.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

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