LondonMetric portfolio reaches £8bn following Picton takeover

Chief executive Andrew Jones said alignment to the winning retail and industrial sectors "once again delivered strong operational performance" in the six months to the end of September. The post LondonMetric portfolio reaches £8bn following Picton takeover appeared first on Property Week.

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing an Automatic Sliding Gate

Choosing the right gate for a residential, commercial, or industrial property involves more than selecting a style that complements the building. An automatic sliding gate needs to provide convenient access, appropriate security, reliable operation, and long-term performance. Understanding the key factors involved can help property owners select a system that suits their space and everyday […] <p>The post Key Factors to Consider When Choosing an Automatic Sliding Gate first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Specifying Commercial Vinyl Flooring for High-Traffic Fit-Out Projects

The post Specifying Commercial Vinyl Flooring for High-Traffic Fit-Out Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Commercial vinyl ends up on a huge share of UK fit-out drawings, and it’s easy to see why. It’s durable, hygienic, quick to lay and available in almost any performance grade you could want. The trouble is that “commercial vinyl” covers everything from thin sheet suited to a quiet back office to heavy safety floors […]

Reducing Risks in Today’s Construction Workforce

Strong leadership in construction goes beyond managing projects—it’s about leading people well. One of the most significant sources of risk for construction companies doesn’t come from job sites or equipment, but from employment decisions made every day. Hiring, managing performance, disciplining and separating from employees are some of the most impactful responsibilities leaders carry. When […] <p>The post Reducing Risks in Today’s Construction Workforce first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

British Land forecasts 5% earnings growth in first update under new CEO

"Demand for our space has driven double-digit, like-for-like net rental income growth," said CEO Joanne McNamara, on the group's performance for the half year to the end of September. The post British Land forecasts 5% earnings growth in first update under new CEO appeared first on Property Week.

Association for Project Management - Understanding agile in project management, 21032022

Agile in project management can be challenging as it has several different interpretations. Dr. Nicholas Dacre, Associate Professor of Project Management at the University of Southampton and lead researcher, explains how APM's latest study helps us to build an understanding of agile as it examines its application in the profession. [Also reference: PDF attachment below https://www.apm.org.uk/resources/find-a-resource/agile-project-management/understanding-agile-in-project-management/]

Association for Project Management - What to do when things go wrong, Basic contract law for project managers, Part 3, 09112021

Basic Contract Law for project managers webinar series This third webinar tackles the issue of what to do when things go wrong or the unexpected happens. It covers the breakdown in performance; frustration and force majeure; resolving disputes; and finished by bringing it all together.

Building - Focus - Top 150 Contractors & Housebuilders 2021

For some housebuilders the consequences of the pandemic and lockdowns determined their performance in this year’s top 150 rankings. For others it has been all about how well they recovered.

Is it reasonable and market standard for a performance bond guarantor to restrict liability to pay until after completion of the guaranteed works?

Please see below a link to a questionnaire regarding strategic planning in the construction industry