Middle East conflict worsens outlook for sub-£100m starts, says Glenigan

The knock-on effects of the Middle East conflict will reduce the value of sub-£100m construction project starts by 13 per cent this year, data provider Glenigan said. Its 2027-28 Construction Industry Forecast, released today, envisaged a steeper fall than its previous prediction of 1 per… The post Middle East conflict worsens outlook for sub-£100m starts, says Glenigan appeared first on Construction News.

How Construction Teams Turn PDF Guides into Site Handover Videos

Commercial construction project managers and retail facility directors convert PDF guides into videos to stop post-handover operating errors before they turn into emergency warranty dispatches. At substantial completion on a restaurant build-out, clinic remodel, or multi-unit retail rollout, the general contractor delivers a closeout package that regularly runs between 250 and 600 pages. Inside that […] <p>The post How Construction Teams Turn PDF Guides into Site Handover Videos first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

What a CDM 2015 construction phase plan must actually contain

The post What a CDM 2015 construction phase plan must actually contain appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Every construction project in Great Britain needs a construction phase plan before work starts. Not the higher-risk ones, not the notifiable ones, all of them. Regulation 12 of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 is explicit: the principal contractor must draw the plan up, and where there is only one contractor, that contractor prepares […]

How Technology Improves Construction Project Management

The post How Technology Improves Construction Project Management appeared first on UK Construction Blog. A contractor discovers that the crew installed materials using an outdated drawing. The mistake requires additional labor, delays the next trade, and pushes the project beyond its original budget. Situations like this explain why reliable information matters as much as skilled workmanship. Research from McKinsey on construction productivity highlights longstanding productivity challenges across the industry. […]

How to Choose a Video Production Company for a Construction Project

The post How to Choose a Video Production Company for a Construction Project appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Choosing a video production company is a project decision, not a camera decision. For a construction or property development project, the right team must turn plans, materials, spaces and commercial objectives into a film that people can understand and act on. A well-produced property video can attract buyers, support investor presentations, explain an off-plan development, […]

20 Free Excel Construction Templates

Any construction project, no matter the size or scope, requires a wide range of documents. These documents must be thorough and clear, and using construction Excel templates guarantees each document includes all the information it needs.

Benefits of Using BIM Services

Exploring the benefits of using BIM Services to streamline the processes of the construction Industry.

HS2 Project Bank Accounts “not worth paper they are written on” - Grant Prior and Construction Enquirer News

The reality of construction project bank accounts.

5 Ways to Stand Out as a Contractor

Over the years we've learnt how to make ourselves stand out from the competition and we wanted to share our tips and tricks. It's not rocket science but sometimes seeing it all laid out can really help. If you have any other tips that you would add to the list I'd love to hear them too!

Crossrail: London's Biggest Construction Project... That You Can't See

London is now nearing the end of a mammoth project long in the imagination, long overdue and certainly far over budget what a surprise with a peak workforce of 10,000 people across 40 different sites it was Europe's largest construction venture but gazing across the city you're never gonna be able to see it.

How does MEP BIM modeling improve construction project outcomes compared to traditional CAD drafting?

Biggest mistakes you’ve seen on a construction project?

What are the key factors to consider when selecting subcontractors and vendors for a construction project?

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?

Why can't I use my phone's camera for 3D laser scanning?

Revamp - Plan, Track & Build

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