Construction Enquirer

MAY 14, 2023

Barratt London is pressing ahead with plans for a major mixed tenure scheme in east London despite the weakening housing market. The firm has submitted plans to build seven blocks ranging from 8 to 30 storeys in Canning Town on a 4 acre site known as Crown Wharf on the River Lea.

Site Planning 295

Site Planning Sustainability 295

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 28, 2023

At the same time, the construction industry is contending with its own set of challenges regarding workforce availability, jobsite safety, building quality, lack of materials, and building sustainability. Fortunately, the implementation of off-site construction practices is one approach that can help solve these challenges.

Building Codes 290

Building Codes Modular Construction Site Planning Prefabrication 290

Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 28, 2023

More ambitious plans to build a tower matching the height of the Shard in the City of London have gone out to consultation. Singapore developer Perennial Group and development manager Stanhope are planning to submit revised plans for the One Undershaft site in the City of London. WSP is acting as multi-service engineer.

Green Building 279

Green Building Project Management Consulting Site Planning Energy Efficiency 279

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Key Highlights Architects play a crucial role in designing community living projects that prioritize both environmental and social sustainability. Sustainable design in these projects includes focusing on energy efficiency, renewable energy, water conservation, and green building materials. This helps reduce the use of fossil fuels.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The new water management standard enforces Mandatory Water Systems Management Plans, Active Automatic Flow Monitoring Shutoff (AAFMS), and coverage for temporary and permanent water systems. The warranty provides reimbursement in the unlikely event of water damage in a WINT-protected site.

Construction Management 130

Construction Management Fire Protection Systems Insurance Management Building Code Compliance 130

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

ResourceCo’s soil reuse and recycling function delivers sustainable soil solutions for infrastructure projects across Australia. We have plans in place to push that up to 30,000 tonnes per year, off the back of domestic demand.” Images: ResourceCo. In recent years our crumb capacity has tripled to 30,000 tonnes.

Building Materials Manufacturing 105

Building Materials Manufacturing Infrastructure Development Sustainability Material Handling 105

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The post How Sustainable Masonry Can Reduce Long-Term Construction Costs appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Sustainability is no longer just a trend in constructionits a necessity. One of the best solutions lies in sustainable masonry.

Masonry 52

Masonry Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Specifier

APRIL 16, 2024

Photo by Andrew Pielage/courtesy Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Integrated design firm, Sasaki will lead a comprehensive sustainability plan for Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic Taliesin West in Scottsdale, Ariz. Emphasis will be placed on sustainable design to lessen the impact on the ecologically sensitive Sonoran Desert.

Sustainability 111

Sustainability Site Planning Change Management Public Works 111

Construction Enquirer

MAY 29, 2023

Nuclear decommissioning client Magnox has started the tender race for major demolition work at its former Trawsfynydd nuclear site in Gwynedd, North Wales. As part of the ongoing decommissioning of the site, Magnox has started the bid race for the complex project to reduce the height of the site’s 55m tall reactor buildings by around a third.

Site Planning 248

Site Planning Public Works Sustainability 248

Construction Enquirer

JUNE 22, 2023

Developer Urban Vision has submitted a planning application for a landmark build-to-rent development in Birmingham. The plans for 100 Broad Street will deliver 294 new homes across a 33-storey building in the heart of the city. If approved, the building will be one of the most sustainable in Birmingham.

Site Planning 237

Site Planning Building Design Approvals Sustainability 237

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 17, 2023

million contract extension, HDR’s services will include preparing final design plans, specifications and estimates as well as program management support services, including integration of advanced project controls, scheduling and estimating. Under the new $102.3

Facility Management 237

Facility Management Schedule Management Site Planning Project Management 237

Construction Enquirer

JUNE 22, 2023

Developer Landsec has revised plans worth £400m to build two landmark office buildings in Manchester city centre. The office buildings making up the first phase of the city centre £1.5bn Mayfield regeneration scheme will become net zero exemplars under the revised plans.

Green Building 216

Green Building Site Planning Public Works Building Materials 216

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 6, 2023

AUGUSTA, ME – To spur economic development, the former Great Northern Paper Company mill site in Millinocket, Maine, is being transformed into a mixed-use development that will celebrate the site’s historic significance while simultaneously revitalizing the area for the benefit of the local community.

Historic Preservation 264

Historic Preservation Project Management Consulting Environmental Consulting Site Planning 264

Construction Enquirer

JULY 23, 2023

British Land has got the planning green light to build a 455,000 sq ft multi-level logistics hub in Enfield, North London. The Heritage House site, near Junction 25 of the M25, will see construction of a main 435,000 sq ft building to be split into two levels. To date, British Land has submitted planning applications for 1.6m

Site Planning 202

Site Planning Green Building Sustainability 202

Construction Enquirer

MAY 9, 2023

Ross McAllister, Magnox programme delivery director said: “This is one of the largest decommissioning projects that Berkeley site has seen for several years. “It was originally planned for the 2070’s so it is fantastic to bring that forward by five decades in our aim to deliver our mission better, faster and even safer.

Site Planning 250

Site Planning Contracts Project Management Building Design 250

BD+C

MARCH 20, 2023

3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. Utilizing Prefabrication as a Sustainability Strategy 1. for the cases considered.

Prefabrication 128

Prefabrication Sustainability Modular Construction Renewable Energy Systems 128

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The Port of Virginia, along with numerous other American ports, is actively pursuing ambitious sustainability goals. The Port of Virginia’s Sustainability Commitment The Port of Virginia’s commitment to sustainability is underscored by its ambitious goal to become NetZero by 2040.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Development 130

Construction Enquirer

JULY 19, 2023

Canary Wharf Group and Kadans Science Partner have secured planning approval from Tower Hamlets Council for a new commercial health and life sciences building. The 23-storey tower will provide 823,000 sq ft of of life sciences laboratories and workspace at the North Quay site next to Crossrail Station and new Elizabeth Line at Canary Wharf.

Renewable Energy Systems 211

Renewable Energy Systems Site Planning Energy Efficiency Building Optimization 211

Roads Online

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Putzmeister Oceania is helping to turn the tide when it comes to the electrification of the construction sector, showing how effective, and simple, the transition to more sustainable equipment can be. P utzmeister Oceania is renowned for its dedication to sustainability andinnovation.

Construction Machinery 105

Construction Machinery Electrical Systems Renewable Energy Systems Infrastructure Development 105

Construction Enquirer

JUNE 20, 2023

Buildots will automatically analyse data from Sir Robert McAlpine sites across the UK, captured by wearable 360-degree cameras. Sir Robert McAlpine is currently in the planning stages of deploying the technology across a number of additional sites around the UK.

Site Planning 226

Site Planning Risk Management Project Management Building Controls 226

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 5, 2024

This will allow communities in the Commonwealth to reap the safety and cost-savings benefits of offsite construction and emphasizes the Commonwealth’s efforts to address the critical need for safe, sustainable, and affordable buildings and communities.”

Building Code Compliance 256

Building Code Compliance Modular Construction Building Codes Building Standards 256

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 1, 2025

Whether they are leaning on public-private partnership (P3) or traditional delivery methods, owners and developers are recognizing the benefits of wood as a versatile, sustainable, and structurally efficient feature for their projects. This center isn’t just beautifulit highlights sustainability.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Structural Systems 52

Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 7, 2023

West Midlands developer Corbally Group plans to redevelop the Perry Barr greyhound racing stadium in Birmingham with more than 400 homes. The lease is due to expire in 2026, and the racing track operator plans to move to new premises at Monmore Green in Wolverhampton.

Public Works 197

Public Works Site Planning Sustainability 197

Construction Enquirer

JUNE 2, 2023

Manchester City planners have nodded through a series of planned schemes that promise to revive construction activity in Manchester. The largest being advanced by developer Oval Real Estate is a landmark mixed-use scheme to redevelop the Albert Bridge House site on Bridge Street with two striking buildings.

Real Estate Development 218

Real Estate Development Site Planning Green Building Building Design 218

Construction Enquirer

MAY 23, 2023

Following site clearance, MPB Structures is preparing to start foundations for McAlpine. Scheduled to open in 2025, Three Chamberlain Square was awarded planning permission by Birmingham City Council in June 2022, and forms an integral part of the overall Paradise masterplan. ”

Green Building 238

Green Building Schedule Management Building Standards Site Planning 238

Construction Enquirer

MAY 4, 2023

As a start-up business with a significant fixed cost base, a strong and predictable site pipeline is required to make L&G Modular Homes a successful sustainable business. “Without this pipeline, it has not proved possible to build a business that can sustain the significant running costs of the large factory in Selby.

Modular Construction 232

Modular Construction Site Planning Sustainability 232

Construction Enquirer

JUNE 21, 2023

The firm this morning said it noted “the decision of other parties to exit the industry due to the costs and efficiency impact of regulatory and planning uncertainty on a stable production pipeline.” London house builder Berkeley Group has applied the brakes to production of modular homes from its new factory at Northfleet, Kent.

Modular Construction 224

Modular Construction Site Planning Approvals Sustainability 224

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Sponsored by Presto Geosystems Project planning and design requires a blend of professional judgment, cost estimating and schedule management skills, and an understanding of potential project risks. The P 3 Project Planning Portal allows for several decisions, giving flexibility to meet site conditions and project criteria.

Engineering 246

Engineering Geotechnical Engineering Site Planning Building Products Distribution 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The platform empowers users, such as infrastructure providers, with comprehensive data, enabling predictive maintenance, scenario planning, sustainability analysis and overall improved decision-making. Users can seamlessly interact with the 3D model and receive live updates from on-site sensors.

Building Automation 273

Building Automation Structural Systems Facility Management Collaboration 273

Construction Enquirer

MAY 16, 2023

RED Construction South West has started on site to deliver the £22m 4-star Zeal Hotel in Exeter, following planning consent. Zeal Hotel’s planned scheme will be built at the Exeter Science Park and spans 55,000 sq ft. It will use cross-laminated timber in its construction and renewable energy to power it.

Site Planning 232

Site Planning Facility Management Building Design Construction Management 232

Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 24, 2023

Trafford Council and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority have named Far East Consortium as development partner for the former police headquarters site on Chester Road in Stretford. FEC will now work up plans to build over 700 homes – including affordable housing – on the 3.57ha site. We can’t wait to get started.”

Site Planning 172

Site Planning Public Works Sustainability 172

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 10, 2024

Within a year, the site will be reborn as The Phoenix, a development of 316 affordable and sustainable homes created with Autodesk’s Design and Make Platform. Faster delivery was also made possible by Factory_OS , which uses rapid factory production to build housing modules that are trucked to project sites and assembled by crane.

Building Materials Manufacturing 264

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Modular Construction Building Design 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 8, 2023

InControl Technologies’ projects include a wide range of environmental site assessments, remediation management, and site closures. As we plan for the future of UES, we’re proud to grow our capabilities to meet the demand for environmentally sustainable development,” said UES CEO Dave Witsken.

Environmental Consulting 203

Environmental Consulting Geotechnical Engineering Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management Consulting 203

Construction Enquirer

MAY 17, 2023

sq ft of sustainable warehouse space across the West Midlands by the end of 2033, focused on tech-enabled logistics facilities, R&D space and light manufacturing. Planned expansion of Segro Park Coventry This includes the development of SEGRO Park Coventry – a 450-acre site that has planning permission for the construction of 3.7m

Site Planning 168

Site Planning Infrastructure Development Building Resilience Sustainability 168

Construction Enquirer

APRIL 25, 2023

Developer Dandara Living has submitted plans to Glasgow City Council to build a mix of nearly 1,000 build to rent homes and student rooms at Anderston Quay beside the river Clyde. The Stores scheme overlooking the Kingston Bridge promises to deliver 503 homes for rent, and an additional 491 student homes over three buildings.

Public Works 200

Public Works Site Planning Building Design Sustainability 200

Construction Enquirer

JUNE 5, 2023

Following funding approval, contractor J Murphy has started site compound and enabling works at the site located next to the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, home to the Royal Papworth Hospital and AstraZeneca headquarters. The Government has agreed £200m funding to build a new station in south Cambridge for the East-West Rail line.

Site Planning 208

Site Planning Government Works Building Design Approvals 208

Construction Enquirer

JULY 17, 2023

Winvic was confirmed as the design stage delivery partner by client Oxford Properties and Logistics Capital Partners (LCP) last year on the 734-acre site where 8m sq ft of commercial space is planned by 2034.

Stakeholder Engagement 193

Stakeholder Engagement Infrastructure Development Government Works Site Planning 193