According to a report by industry analysts Barbour ABI and the Construction Products Association, construction hotspots and coldspots have been identified by regional activity and a forward looking indication of growth by region and sector. These hot spots and cold spots seek to identify regions where contract awards in 2016 were significantly above or below […]
According to Unite, the UKs principal construction union, there has been a large drop in the number of construction inspections carried out. Unite is seeking urgent meetings with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) after asking for a freedom of information act. (FOI) The FOI response from the HSE revealed that the number of unannounced […]
Fundamentally, Smart buildings strive to maintain the lowest costs whilst being the most productive and having the lowest environmental impact. Important building operations in smart builds include ventilation, heating, air conditioning, lighting and security. The building uses sensors to collect data and manage it accordingly, therefore reducing energy use and optimising the space. Navigant research […]
Billed as the largest gathering of the UK’s built environment community, UK Construction Week will make its return to Birmingham NEC from the 10th – 12th October 2017. It is free to attend for trade visitors and consists of 9 shows: Build Show, Timber Expo, Civils Expo, Plant & Machinery Live, Energy 2017, Smart Buildings […]
We are pleased to be the main, front of shirt sponsors for the Solent Barbarians this year and we are loving their new kit! The Solent Barbarians offers players from local clubs the opportunity to unite and demonstrate the ethos of Rugby Union. We continue to be committed to the development of local sporting teams […]
With the threat of global warming constantly looming, reducing the carbon footprint within the construction industry has become a point of upmost importance. Eco friendly buildings are on the rise in the UK, and pressure is mounting to build in a more environmentally friendly way – so are we reaching our goal? The number of […]
We are looking for a diligent Graduate Construction Estimator to prepare accurate estimates for projects by gathering information and analysing important metrics. Responsibilities and duties include but not limited to: Maintaining estimating database Maintaining terms comparison database Producing drawing quantity take offs, compiling and completing BoQ’s Compiling tender information for client submission Liaising with clients and negotiating tender settlements Attending […]
H+H, the UKs largest manufacturer of aircrete blocks and systems, have collaborated with SIG Offsite to create a house that can be built in 5 days! According to their website, the house provides all the speed of offsite construction with the familiarity of a traditional build, from foundations to roof. The system can encompass the […]
Prime Minister Theresa May has announced plans to hold a snap general election on the 8th of June, citing a lack of unity in Parliament and Westminster. With the next general election not being expected until 2020, what could this mean for the construction industry? The idea behind the election is that it would provide […]
Are younger workers the answer to a skills shortage? Construction industry businesses are being encouraged to employ more young people to alleviate a skills shortage caused by an ageing working population. According to the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) the total number of workers over the age of 60 has increased more than any other […]