Morgan Sindall pours more cash into housing division

Morgan Sindall is increasing its investment in its housing division to £330m this year, it has announced. A trading announcement by the firm today (2 May) outlined an optimistic outlook, with the firm saying it was confident of delivering a full-year performance in line with… The post Morgan Sindall pours more cash into housing division appeared first on Construction News.

Springfield signs £10m affordable housing contract with Scottish council

The contract is part of the Moray Growth Deal, designed to boost  economic performance of the north-east Scottish region.

Milwaukee®: Power, Speed, Durability for Tough Jobs

Adding to their circular saw lineup, Milwaukee Tool announces the new M18 FUEL™ 6-½” Circular Saw, offering class leading performance, delivering general contractor up to 20% more power and up to 40% faster cut speed. As the fastest cutting circular saw in its’ class, Milwaukee’s new solution features an advanced POWERSTATE™ Brushless Moter that spins […] <p>The post Milwaukee®: Power, Speed, Durability for Tough Jobs first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

FGIA Releases Updated Specification for Sash Balances

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has updated a specification establishing the requirements for materials, testing and performance for sash balances used in hung type windows conforming to AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, North American Fenestration Standard (NAFS). AAMA 902-24 (https://store.fgiaonline.org/pubstore/ProductResults.asp?cat=0&src=902), Specification for Sash Balances, an FGIA document, is now available for purchase in the FGIA online store. This document […] <p>The post FGIA Releases Updated Specification for Sash Balances first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Sansuni Sound Sculpture, Latvia

The Architects’ JournalSansuni Sound Sculpture, Latvia An open international contest is being held for a new €20,000-to-€30,000 performance space at the Sansusī Music Festival in Latvia [Deadline: 25 June 2024] The post Sansuni Sound Sculpture, Latvia appeared first on The Architects’ JournalMerlin Fulcher

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