Category: Opinion
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Setting a new standard for procurement competence
By setting the highest standards of procurement competence across the life cycle of a building and at all levels within the supply chain, the framework aims to address a key finding of Hackitt’s 2018 report, which identified that poor commercial and procurement practices in the years leading up to the Grenfell fire had driven a…
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Setting a new standard for procurement competence
By setting the highest standards of procurement competence across the life cycle of a building and at all levels within the supply chain, the framework aims to address a key finding of Hackitt’s 2018 report, which identified that poor commercial and procurement practices in the years leading up to the Grenfell fire had driven a…
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Construction must embrace digital to attract young talent
To bridge this gap, initiatives like hands-on learning opportunities, mentorship programmes and industry insights are essential. These efforts, such as CIOB’s inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders, help young people see construction as a viable and fulfilling career choice. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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The retrofit and mould dilemma
Caroline Gumble reviews the highlights of a recent talk by a veteran CIOB member on the damp problems associated with retrofitting. A few weeks ago, CIOB president Professor Mike Kagioglou FCIOB and I attended the inaugural CIOB Wales Construction Cymru Conference. It was an amazing event (which completely sold out and had a waiting list!)…
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Incorrect asbestos records: ‘BIM as a basic approach would have averted this issue’
A selection of readers’ comments about news and issues in the industry from across the CIOB community and social media. The Housing Ombudsman found inconsistencies in One Housing’s asbestos data Hundreds of incorrect asbestos records found at housing association Sadly, it’s not uncommon to hear of poor information management leading to this and similar disasters.…
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Slow apprenticeship levels may threaten Labour’s growth agenda
Addressing a lack of awareness about construction career opportunities could mitigate the skills deficit, writes Barrett Harris. Labour shortages within the construction industry have been a recurring theme in recent years. For the third consecutive quarter, a Turner & Townsend contractor survey has identified skilled labour shortages as the primary challenge impacting the delivery of…
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It’s that time of the year again: CIOB Awards
The prestigious ceremony in May will feature the presence of a popular presenter and architectural designer as the evening’s MC, Caroline Gumble reveals. The CIOB Awards ceremony last year inspired me to write in CM that “there are amazing people in our industry, doing extraordinary things… Those people deserve recognition and the best among them…
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No planet B: How CIC is addressing the climate crisis
Even considering the tumultuous news cycle of recent months, I’m willing to gamble that by the time you read this there will be something in the media bringing you face to face with the stark consequences of climate change inaction – whether it relates to overheating, fires, floods, drought or other biodiversity threats. View the…
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Supply chains are key to cutting carbon – tier 1s should work with them
With costs rising for carbon-intensive construction materials, main contractors should work with their suppliers to find green solutions, says Cressida Curtis of Wates. Within 10 days of a climate denier being sworn in as US president, our government declared: “The UK is re-establishing itself as a climate leader on the global stage” in its Nationally…
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Canada’s construction industry braces for Trump impact
Then came the inauguration of Donald Trump as president, followed by the imposition of 25% tariffs on most goods in February, their month-long pause, their reimposition in March, followed by yet another pause. There has been months of speculation on the impact they will have on both sides of the border. View the original article and our…