Graham, Stantec, MWH team to upgrade three Belfast wastewater treatment works

NI Water has awarded an early contractor involvement (ECI) contract to an integrated team of Graham, Stantec and MWH Treatment to progress designs for upgrades to three wastewater treatment works in Belfast. The post Graham, Stantec, MWH team to upgrade three Belfast wastewater treatment works appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Early contractor involvement under NEC4 Option X22

Guy Higginbottom looks at the pros and cons of using ECI under NEC4 Option 22 for design and build contracts. The post Early contractor involvement under NEC4 Option X22 appeared first on Construction Management.

CPB wins Australian air base jobs

Australia’s Department of Defence has picked Cimic Group’s CPB Contractors for the early contractor involvement development phase for upgrades at air force bases Curtin and Learmonth in Western Australia. The… The post CPB wins Australian air base jobs appeared first on Global Construction Review.

Early contractor involvement in coastal defence schemes is key to finding the best solution

For many years, the UK government – and governments around the world - have been grappling with the effects of climate change. While not unique to the UK, last year we recorded the hottest day on record with temperatures soaring to 40°C in some parts… The post Early contractor involvement in coastal defence schemes is key to finding the best solution appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Bam, Kier and Stantec to deliver Belfast Wastewater Treatment Works upgrade

NI Water has awarded an early contractor involvement (ECI) contract to Kier-Bam joint venture and Stantec for the delivery of the Belfast Wastewater Treatment Works (WwTW) upgrade. The post Bam, Kier and Stantec to deliver Belfast Wastewater Treatment Works upgrade appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

ICE - Blog - How does Project Consenting impact Infrastructure delivery, 06102022

The University of the West of England (UWE) in partnership with the University of Sheffield are currently carrying out research on how Planning Consent can be efficiently processed for significant / critical Infrastructure schemes and have a positive impact on project implementation Early findings are noted

Metroun - Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) Explained, 30032022

Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) is an extremely useful tool to increase collaboration on a construction project and help move away from costly traditional procurement methods. This video explains what ECI is and the advantages and disadvantages!

ECI Option C procurement, setting the stage 2 price, and moving from Stage One to Stage Two.

NEC4 practice note clause X22

IPA - Government Construction Strategy 2016-20, March 2016

The Government Construction Strategy (GCS) 2016-20 sets out the Government’s plan to develop its capability as a construction client and act as an exemplary client across the industry. GCS 2016-20 builds on the success of GCS 2011-15 and will help departments meet the challenges of inflationary pressure in a rising market by driving increased construction productivity. This increased productivity will facilitate forecast efficiency savings of £1.7 billion over the course of this Parliament.

SCAPE - A better way to build, Market conditions - 18102021

A video webinar by Scape that looks at how current market conditions, such as the skills and material shortage, rising costs and global events are impacting public sector construction projects? The panel will explore the practical steps that can be taken, including the role of innovation in sustainability can play, to help navigate challenges and progress your critical public sector projects

What is the future for Early Contractor Involvement and Value Engineering post Grenfell?