The Construction Index

JANUARY 7, 2025

Third-quarter planning permissions slumped to a new low for house-builders.

Approvals 128

Approvals 128

Construction Dive

JANUARY 6, 2025

Commonwealth Fusion Systems announced it will build the multibillion-dollar project in Chesterfield County.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 10, 2025

Infrastructure project delivery is at a crossroads. On one hand, the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) has catalyzed unprecedented infrastructure investment, while on the other, rising costs for materials, labor and energy are squeezing project budgets and complicating project planning and execution. And thats all against a backdrop of political transition.

Risk Management 235

Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management Cost Control 235

New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 9, 2025

The National Audit Office (NAO) has received a request from a campaign group, echoed by a former energy secretary, to conduct a review of the public money invested in Sizewell C. The post Sizewell C faces calls for National Audit Office investigation appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Engineering 137

Engineering 137

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The Construction Index

JANUARY 10, 2025

An alliance of Welsh social housing landlords have produced a catalogue of templates for low cost, energy efficient homes.

Energy Efficiency 111

Energy Efficiency 111

Construction Dive

JANUARY 6, 2025

For construction company owners considering succession options, the early months of 2025 are an important implementation time, writes a CPA.

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For Construction Pros

JANUARY 10, 2025

The 2025 installment promises innovative tech and equipment solutions, networking opportunities and education to keep up an evolving industry.

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The Construction Index

JANUARY 8, 2025

On the back of calls for stone worktops to be banned, the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has issued new guidance.

Engineering 118

Engineering 118

Construction Dive

JANUARY 8, 2025

Jeff Peragallo, director and vice president of operations at construction consultancy Linesight, talks procurement strategies, labor shortages and the future of data center construction.

Procurement 312

Procurement 312

Construction News

JANUARY 9, 2025

HS2 has submitted design changes for its Curzon Street station to Birmingham City Council. Outline planning permission for the terminus was granted in 2020, with a Mace-Dragados joint venture being awarded the 570m job the following yearand early works starting in 2024. Application papers recently… The post HS2 lodges Curzon Street redesign application appeared first on Construction News.

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Speaker: Timothy Allsopp

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For Construction Pros

JANUARY 10, 2025

President of the Asphalt Contractors Association of Florida, says this is a call to action for protecting Florida road workers, and asphalt workers everywhere.

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The Construction Index

JANUARY 10, 2025

Horan Construction starts work next month on a remodelling project in Pontypridd town centre.

Landscaping 105

Landscaping Contracts 105

Construction Dive

JANUARY 6, 2025

AECOM, Parsons and STV are among those picked to design and construct the Texas city’s new all-electric system, which is set to open in 2033.

Electrical Systems 325

Electrical Systems 325

Construction News

JANUARY 7, 2025

Construction activity has increased for a 10th successive month but the pace of growth slowed in December. The latest S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) registered 53.3 for the final month of 2024, meaning it has stayed above the 50 no-change mark since… The post Construction growth loses momentum appeared first on Construction News.

Change Management 109

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Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 6, 2025

A local councillor in Timperley in Greater Manchester has expressed anger after the village was flooded, just months after a flood defence scheme was shelved. The post Anger as Greater Manchester town flooded after flood defence scheme shelved appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Engineering 109

Engineering 109

The Construction Index

JANUARY 7, 2025

Latest monthly survey of construction purchasing managers suggests that industry output continues to grow but with decreasing certainty.

Surveying 111

Surveying Construction Management 111

Construction Dive

JANUARY 9, 2025

The strong momentum is expected to support spending this year, said Sarah Martin, associate director of forecasting at Dodge Construction Network.

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For Construction Pros

JANUARY 7, 2025

How one CEO's problem solving challenge launched a new industry in North America, and how their savvy philosophies continue to lead to the companys resounding success.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 6, 2025

Are you ready for the new OSHA 300 Log requirements in 2025? If you’re a contractor or safety professional, these changes are more than just another to-do on your compliance listthey bring important updates for recording and submitting workplace injuries and illnesses. Heres the good news, though: staying compliant doesnt have to be complicated (especially if you have the right help).

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Change Management Risk Management Building Automation Construction Management 106

The Construction Index

JANUARY 9, 2025

Southern Water has awarded contracts totalling £530m in value to boost its wastewater network performance in the southeast of England.

Contracts 105

Contracts 105

Construction Dive

JANUARY 6, 2025

Hensel Phelps, Turner, Balfour Beatty and other builders will pilot major overhauls and expansions in the new year.

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 8, 2025

Recently released National Energy System Operator (Neso) statistics have revealed that in 2024 wind power was the largest source of energy generation for the first time ever in the UK. The post Wind power largest source of energy generation in UK for first time ever last year, Neso stats show appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Engineering 101

Engineering 101

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Construction News

JANUARY 9, 2025

Profit at Munnelly Group has inched upwards despite a 24 per cent increase in turnover. Revenue for the year to 31 March 2024 rose from 119m to 147.2m, according to the family-owned contractors latest annual accounts. Chief executive Phil Munnelly said the revenue growth reflected… The post Turnover rises at diversified family contractor appeared first on Construction News.

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The Construction Index

JANUARY 8, 2025

A company that produces stone products and its director have been fined a total of nearly £20,000 after repeatedly failing to protect workers from exposure to respirable crystalline silica (RCS).

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 10, 2025

The tech giant will funnel more than half of the investments into U.S.-based facilities, Microsoft Vice Chair and President Brad Smith said Friday.

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 6, 2025

The government has promised to address current barriers that are restricting the growth of the long-term energy storage in the UK. The post Government vows to address barriers restricting progress of long-term energy storage in the UK appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Engineering 106

Engineering 106

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

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Construction Placements

JANUARY 5, 2025

10 Best Construction Careers for Women in 2025 In this blog post, we will highlight the top 10 job profiles for women in the construction industry and why they are a good fit for women. The post 10 Best Construction Careers for Women in 2025 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

Architecture 105

Architecture Engineering 105

The Construction Index

JANUARY 8, 2025

Construction of a 14,500-tonne box structure to take the new HS2 line under the A46 Kenilworth Bypass in Warwickshire is approaching its climax.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 9, 2025

Firms that build multi-year megaprojects may have more success finding construction workers, experts say.

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 10, 2025

Network Rail has announced a 60M infrastructure project involving the replacement of the Clifton bridge, located near Penrith in Cumbria, due to safety concerns. The post Preparation underway for 60M replacement of West Coast Main Line bridge over M6 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Engineering 93

Engineering 93

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