BIM compliance: Let’s “do BIM” differently
BIM is a standard, a way of working, not a task, says Matt Samways of AIMIS. Here he explores the future of BIM compliance.
Balfour Beatty 2022 half year results show strong financial performance
Balfour Beatty 2022 half year results show strong financial performance across the portfolio despite global instabilities and supply chain issues.
Following the golden thread: Why standardised data is essential for construction
Following the recent introduction of the UK Building Safety Act, Antony Brophy, UK director of business development at Cobuilder, discusses why standardised data is essential for the construction sector.
Seddon delivers 210 school places in Castle Donington as it honours...
Seddon has delivered 210 primary school places in Castle Donington as it completes the 47-week construction of a brand new school for the area.
CaberFloor P5: The UK’s most popular moisture resistant flooring panel
CaberFloor P5, from timber panel specialist West Fraser, trading as Norbord, is the UK’s most popular moisture resistant flooring panel of its type
Price cap surge exposes flaws in Government’s heating strategy
The expected surge in the energy price cap to an alleged £4,266 in January 2023 not only puts immense pressure on households but exposes flaws in the Government’s domestic heating strategy.
Production commences on new Hemsec manufacturing hub
Hemsec's new manufacturing hub, based in Huyton, has begun production. The hub will enable the company to push ahead toward their goal of enabling zero carbon construction.
Right to Buy Scheme: What are the pros and cons?
In June, the government extended the Right to Buy Scheme to housing associations across the country. In this article, PBC Today explores the advantages and disadvantages of the social housing scheme.
Galliford Try’s Kevin O’Brien shortlisted for CIOB Construction Manager of the...
Kevin O’Brien has been named as a finalist for the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) annual awards, with a nomination for the CIOB Construction Manager of the Year award.
£4.5b tender launched for 5th generation SCF Construct framework
Southern Construction Framework(SCF) has announced the tender for its 5th generation SCF Construct framework which includes a new £1m+ value lot for the South West region.
Green light for new Colindale regeneration scheme
A major new Colindale regeneration scheme has gained planning permission, creating 750 homes over the next ten years.
Bernard Conroy appointed as Ramboll’s new Building Services Director science Lead
Bernard Conroy has been appointed as Ramboll’s new Building Services Director, completing its multi-disciplinary science sector leadership team.
LABC launch new fully-funded construction trainee programme
Local Authority Building Control (LABC), has launched a new, fully-funded construction trainee scheme to attract new recruits into the profession.
Tarmac bog restoration project at Swarth Moor SSSI a biodiversity success
Tarmac’s bog restoration project at Swarth Moor SSSI has documented record numbers of a threatened species of newt, proving the ‘re-wetting’ of the bog was a success.
Applications open for new LHC Consultancy Services (CS1) Framework
Applications are now open for specialist construction, asset management, and energy (EPC) consultants to join LHC's new Consultancy Services (CS1) Framework, to provide consultancy services for the construction of public sector buildings and homes.
The role of the public sector in decarbonisation
The public sector faces a significant challenge in transitioning to net zero. The UK Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum recently held a panel discussion looking at some of the key issues including funding and the impact of the skills shortage.
Digitisation of procurement is the only way to the gold standard
Eighteen months on from the publication of the Construction Playbook, just how well is the industry doing in meeting the needs for increased digitisation of procurement? Julian Penna, product owner for MyPagabo, says that while the pieces of the puzzle are all there, the industry as a whole is still a few steps away from completing the jigsaw.
August property prices fall but new listings are up by 12%
August property prices fell for the first time this year, down 1.3% to an average asking price of £365,173, Rightmove has found.
How construction managers can help workers with poor mental health
Despite the on-going mental health crisis, recent talk around how builders are “going woke” is now reversing the small progress the industry had made in tackling its high suicide rates and cases of poor mental health. Lee Mills of Citation discusses the Building Minds campaign, which aims to equip construction managers with the tools to help the struggling workforce.
Women in construction: Savannah Williams Duberry discusses her career
In this article, Savannah Williams Duberry, architectural assistant apprentice at L&Q tells PBC Today about her role in the sector, women in construction, and attracting new talent.
2022 Finalists for CIOB Awards revealed
The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has announced the 2022 finalists for the CIOB Awards, which will take place on 28 September in London.
Contractor rights on supplementing a subcontractor’s labour
When a contractor is looking to supplement a subcontractor’s labour, there are a number of remedies and rights to consider, Arbicon explains.
Scope 3 emissions guidance to better enable achieving net zero buildings
The new Scope 3 emissions guidance sets out how the emissions of buildings in operation can achieve net zero carbon and meet COP26 carbon reduction targets.
FlowForma process automation recognised as Top 10 Construction Tech Solution Provider
FlowForma, leading provider of process automation tools for Microsoft Office 365, has been recognised as one of the ‘Top 10 Construction Tech Solution Providers 2021’.
Amersham church refurbishment to improve facilities with £56k HS2 grant
The Amersham church refurbishment of St Michael and All Angels Church Hall will include electric vehicle charging points, LED lighting and electric water heaters.
£8m levelling up funding to repair A180 bridges in Grimsby
An £8m boost of funding to repair A180 bridges connecting Grimsby and Immingham has been announced by the Levelling Up Secretary Greg Clark.