“What does insulation do?” Actis helps aspiring construction professionals at careers event

Youngsters investigating career choices in the run up to joining secondary school have been given an insight into life in the construction industry, with help from insulation specialist Actis.

Mount Anvil profit rises despite £14m remediation provision

Mount Anvil Group increased its annualised pre-tax profit by 24 per cent to £10.4m after creating a £14m provision for fire-safety and cladding work. The London developer and contractor recorded statutory turnover of £184.5m for the 12 months to 31 March 2026. This was down… The post Mount Anvil profit rises despite £14m remediation provision appeared first on Construction News.

UCOL introducing new building sector programmes

UCOL’s construction programmes are creating further opportunities for international students to move to New Zealand and study at UCOL in Palmerston North and Whanganui. UCOL senior leaders hosted two showcases recently — one for international agents, and the other for industry representatives and key stakeholders in the construction sector. Pending NZQA approval, it is introducing […] The post UCOL introducing new building sector programmes appeared first on Building Today.

Practical Improvements for Outdoor Spaces

The post Practical Improvements for Outdoor Spaces appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Outdoor spaces play an important role in both residential and commercial properties. A well-maintained garden can improve the appearance of a home, while carefully planned grounds can make business premises, schools and public spaces more welcoming and practical. From improving boundary walls to removing unwanted tree stumps and creating sheltered outdoor areas, a combination of […]

Scape announces £8.5bn defence and complex environments framework

Public sector procurement specialist Scape has begun procurement of its first dedicated Defence and Complex Environments Framework, creating a compliant route to market for highly secure construction projects across the UK. The post Scape announces £8.5bn defence and complex environments framework appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

What challenges can arise when creating accurate As-Built BIM models, and how can they be resolved?

What are the best practices for creating accurate MEP shop drawings for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems?.