The Budget must build confidence and investment

Peter O’Brien is the managing director at O’Brien Contractors There has been a lot of talk and a lot of promises, but now it’s time for action. Burnham’s administration has brought in some significant reforms in a short space of time, but we’re still to… The post The Budget must build confidence and investment appeared first on Construction News.

How to Plan a Custom Pool Project: Design, Budget and Timeline

A rendering of a freeform pool with a raised spa and sun shelf can help an owner picture the finished project. Before committing, though, the owner needs to know whether the layout clears setbacks and easements, what the full scope costs and whether approvals and contractor availability fit the target date. Resolve those questions before […] <p>The post How to Plan a Custom Pool Project: Design, Budget and Timeline first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

7 things to know before booking a Christmas party venue in Reading, Berkshire – 2026 Guide

The post 7 things to know before booking a Christmas party venue in Reading, Berkshire – 2026 Guide appeared first on UK Construction Blog. TL;DR The best way to book a Christmas party venue in Reading in 2026 is to start with Christmas Venue, our Best Overall Christmas Party Booking Venue, then check dates, budget and transport before paying a deposit. It lists 30 venues within 15 miles of Reading. Construction firms face extra planning points that office teams […]

Safestay names Cummins as executive chairman as Lipman retires

Cummins has been a non-executive director at the budget accommodation operator since 2022. The post Safestay names Cummins as executive chairman as Lipman retires appeared first on Property Week.

Rising interest rates and inflation concerns dampen commercial property’s recovery

With additional uncertainty ahead of the Autumn Budget, the optimism seen earlier in the year has been tempered, according to a report by Savills. The post Rising interest rates and inflation concerns dampen commercial property’s recovery appeared first on Property Week.

Metroun - How to Effectively Manage and Control Project Cost as a Quantity Surveyor

As a Quantity Surveyor, you have a responsibility to manage the cost on a construction project. In this video, Metroun provides 6 tips on how to effectively manage & control project cost, enabling you to take proactive action on the schemes you’re working on and ensure your project stays within budget.

Construction Cost Management- Rising Revolution in the Industry

Manual procedures and disconnected solutions convert minor missteps into long, turning wrong turns that range far afield and cost a little fortune to get back on track. Cost management is visibility, connectivity, and complete control—not to mention project findings made in the totality of situational awareness.

Metroun - RIBA Plan Of Work Explained, 24082022

The RIBA Plan of Work was introduced in 1963 to provide a framework for Architects to use on projects with their Clients. Its purpose is to bring greater clarity to the different stages of a construction project. This video provides a brief overview of each stage.

Metroun - 5 Skills Every Quantity Surveyor Needs, 24112021

If you’ve ever thought about venturing into the world of Quantity Surveying, you might wonder what you need to be good at to succeed. Metroun's video looks at the top 5 skills that they feel Quantity Surveyors need in order to do the role professionally and to a high standard

Interior Commercial Construction & Design 101

A simple but comprehensive breakdown of the lifecycle of a typical commercial interior construction process, the most common types of construction services and types of interior projects.

What steps would you take to ensure that a construction project is completed on time and within budget, and how would you handle any challenges?