The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Seeing Red? The TikTok Trend Causing Controversy ibush Sun, 02/04/2024 - 06:00 Red may be the 'new neutral,' according to one interior designer on social media If you're thinking of bold, energizing colors, red probably comes to mind. Now the hue is trending on social media platform TikTok and people are taking notice. The "Unexpected Red Theory" from interior designer Taylor Simon(@intayriors) "is basically adding anything that's red, big or small, to a room where it doesn't match at all, and i

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Roads Online

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

CPB Contractors has completed its asphalting works on the Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Wilton) Airport’s runway as part of the Airside, Civil and Pavement Works project. The company delivered 270 tonnes of material each hour for more than three months. The 3.7km runway combines two pavement types. Rigid concrete: Used at both runway ends (approximately 250 meters each) for enhanced stability and load-bearing capacity.

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Construction Placements

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Munitions India Ltd Recruitment 2024 for Graduate/Diploma Apprentice | 90 Posts | 22-02-2024 Munitions India Ltd Recruitment 2024 for Graduate/Diploma Apprentice with 90 Posts vacancies, last date to apply is 22-02-2024 The post Munitions India Ltd Recruitment 2024 for Graduate/Diploma Apprentice | 90 Posts | 22-02-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Schools are set to gain access to government grants of up to £2,500 per socket for new off-street electric vehicle chargepoints as part of the Plan for Drivers. The post DfT announces up to £2,500 available per socket for schools to install EV chargepoints appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Risk Management

Construction Placements

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

A Comprehensive Guide to Optimizing Your Work from Home Office Setups Dive into the essentials of crafting the perfect work from home office setup with our comprehensive guide. Whether you're navigating remote work for the first time or looking to refine your existing space, this guide provides practical tips on ergonomic arrangements, technology essentials, and productivity hacks to transform your home office into a bastion of efficiency and comfort.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

The chief executive of Octopus Energy has said the company plans to invest billions of pounds in building energy infrastructure abroad becuase the wait time to get generation projects connected to the UK grid is too long. The post Octopus Energy to take energy infrastructure investment abroad due to UK connectivity logjam appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) play a critical role in reducing flood risk in urban areas, but their widespread uptake has yet to be fully realised. The post Debate | What is hindering wider SuDS adoption? appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Placements

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

A Guide to Home Energy Efficiency Improvements Explore the world of home energy efficiency improvements with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to upgrade your living space with efficient heating and cooling, renewable energy solutions, and simple lifestyle changes that contribute to significant savings and environmental benefits. Whether you're a seasoned eco-warrior or new to sustainable living, this article offers practical tips to make your home greener and your bills lower.

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Construction News

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Homes England’s interim chief investment officer is departing to rejoin Kier as managing director of the its Kier Property business. David Bridges first joined in Kier 2020, where he was chief executive of Kier Living until its £110m sale to private equity group Terra Firma… The post Homes England investment boss returns to Kier appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Placements

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Hiring Professional Garage Builders Looking to build the garage of your dreams? Our comprehensive guide to hiring professional garage builders covers everything from finding the right contractor to understanding the construction process. The post The Ultimate Guide to Hiring Professional Garage Builders appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.

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Plant & Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

RIVERRIDGE has published its first annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report, an important milestone in demonstrating its commitment to transparent reporting while providing an annual update on the progress it has made towards its ESG goals and ambitions. The leading waste and resource management organisation is the first Northern Irish waste management company to publish such a report, which has allowed it to streamline and prioritise all existing and future sustainability initia

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Construction Placements

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Steel Building Construction Discover the ins and outs of steel building construction in our comprehensive guide! From design and planning to materials and construction techniques, this article has everything you need to know to create durable, efficient, and cost-effective steel structures. The post The Ultimate Guide to Steel Building Construction appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Plant & Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Contractor Farrans Glanua JV and WSP have completed on behalf of NI Water a £7.4 million project, which will be essential to the future resilience of the water supply infrastructure, primarily in the Ards Peninsula area. The project involved laying a key water pipeline made up of 6.7km of large diameter trunk main. Phase one of this essential work got underway in May 2022 on the Bangor Carriageway and continued down the Ards Peninsula, through Loughries and out towards Greyabbey, with work recen

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Plant & Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

2023 was a pinnacle year for the Lighthouse Club in Northern Ireland as they celebrated a significant milestone marking 60 years of providing wellbeing support and services across the construction community. It also witnessed the revival of the Northern Ireland Committee. Recognising the need for a committee dedicated to Northern Ireland, the charity spearheaded an initiative to bring together newly aligned supporters and stakeholders to form the new committee.

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Construction Management

Plant & Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

In 2021, Bobcat launched the company’s first compact wheel loader, the L85. In 2022, the company added the L75 value model and in 2023, Bobcat launched its top-of-the-range premium model, the L95. As part of Bobcat’s continuous improvement programme based on customer feedback, the company has announced annual updates for the L75 and L85 for model year 2024, allowing owners of the latest versions of these machines to benefit from some of the advanced features that were introduced last year on the

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Plant & Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

CP Hire, with seven depots throughout Northern Ireland, and depots in Bristol, Cardiff and Swansea, has announced a full fleet upgrade and enhanced support services at all their operating bases commencing early 2024. To facilitate this fleet restructuring, CP Hire will hold a stock rotation sale managed by Euro Auctions, the leading auctioneers of heavy construction machinery and agricultural plant in Europe.

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Plant & Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Excitement is building as the shortlists are soon to be drawn up for this year’s Hire Awards of Excellence. Hosted by Hire Association Europe and Event Hire Association (HAE EHA), entrants are looking forward to another glittering event at Grosvenor House in London on Saturday 13th April. Celebrating the outstanding achievements of individuals and hire companies which have gone above and beyond, the awards remain the most prestigious event of the year for the tools, plant and event equipment hir

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