Tag: Construction
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‘Armed Forces are an asset for construction’
In a week of celebration of our Armed Forces, it has never been more important to recognise the value veterans can bring to the construction industry. Armed Forces personnel are brilliant at accepting high levels of risk and responding more quickly, while protecting each other’s safety Angela Forbes, BuildForce View the original article and our…
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North American construction market forecasts steady growth through 2028
Global construction consultant Linesight has released its latest Construction Market Insights report, revealing that the North American construction industry continues to gain momentum, fueled by mission-critical sectors, despite the uncertainty surrounding US tariffs and global trade. Despite global trade uncertainty and the ongoing impacts of US tariffs, the industry is anticipating steady growth. In 2024, the US…
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Digital Construction Week soars to 10-year high
More than 9,000 people attended Digital Construction Week (DCW) over its two days at the start of June – a 4% year-on-year increase. There were 7,100 unique attendees, drawn not just from the UK, but also from the likes of Malaysia, Finland and Australia. The show marked its 10th anniversary with 230 sessions across 10 dedicated stages, 150 exhibitors, a…
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Beyond Complexity: Systems Engineering in Construction
In this episode of the AEC Business podcast, I sat down with Lennard van Wijk from Relatics to discuss Systems Engineering in construction; what it is and why you should use it in your next project. Managing Complexity Lennard van Wijk is a consultant at Relatics, a Dutch software company that develops a platform of…
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NHS SBS seeking consultants for £2.3bn construction framework
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New construction skills body seeks 100,000 more workers a year
“Every year, over 100,000 people receive construction training. I want many more of them to forge lasting careers in the sector,” Balcon said. “This is why the partnership with DWP is so vital, as it helps ensure individuals are not just trained but truly prepared for careers in construction. View the original article and our Inspiration…
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Paul Gandy’s five pointers for construction project managers
I’ve taken a few. Some by choice, some not. After working on Wembley with Multiplex, I went from being a managing director to running a defence construction business with Carillion. On paper, that looked like a step back. But actually, it was a great move. I got back to delivering projects and into the public…
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Construction Leaders Double Down on Workforce Planning Amid Labor Crisis
A new industry report from Bridgit reveals that 98% of construction leaders plan to increase investments in workforce planning over the next year, with nearly all turning to AI, automation and advanced analytics to navigate the construction industry’s intensifying labor crisis. The 2025 State of Workforce Planning report surveyed hundreds of construction executives across operations, project management, human resources,…
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How Precision Drives Success in Plant Construction Projects
Why do some construction projects wrap on schedule while others spiral into months of rework, finger-pointing, and budget hemorrhaging? Why does one team quietly hit milestones while another drowns in change orders and delays? It’s rarely about ambition, budget size, or even experience. More often, the difference comes down to how well teams handle the…
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What’s your construction business worth? Seven things to consider
There’s no magic formula, but here’s a simple benchmark to use as a starting point when looking to acquire a business under £2m PBT:1x-4x PBT+ Assets– Liabilities+ Free cash Factors that increase multiples:• Solid pipeline of future work• Low customer concentration• Clean, consistent financial reporting• Documented systems and processes• Strong, stable second-tier management• Recurring revenue…