Construction delays can be such a nuisance!
In Hunt Leather Pty Ltd v Transport for NSW [2023] NSWSC 840, the NSW Supreme Court has just held that construction delays in the Sydney Light Rail project gave rise to liability of the Owner (Transport for NSW) for private nuisance to local
The future of the construction industry
Preparing for fundamental shifts in connected construction Are engineering and construction industry leaders ready to harness the full potential of changing industry dynamics to benefit their clients, people, organizations, communities, and society more broadly? Our new, two-part report takes a detailed look at
5 lessons from ancient civilizations for keeping homes cool in hot, dry climates
Modern buildings tend to take electricity and air conditioning for granted. They often have glass facades and windows that can’t be opened. And when the power goes out for days in the middle of a heat wave, as the Houston area experienced in
10 Types of Building Materials Used in Construction
Building a house or any structure is exciting, but it all begins with selecting the right building materials. The construction industry offers a wide array of materials, each with its own unique properties and purposes. In this article, we will explore ten types
Construction’s manufacturing boom: Mapping the biggest facilities underway in the US
New projects added to the tracker this month include a $2 billion Johnson & Johnson project in Wilson, North Carolina, and a $1 billion Lyten battery manufacturing facility near Reno, Nevada. Spending in the manufacturing sector has ballooned since the CHIPS Act was
Financial Acumen for Construction Leaders: Budgeting, Forecasting, and Profitability
A solid financial understanding is essential for effective leadership in today’s dynamic construction industry. Construction leaders oversee complex projects, manage large teams, and ensure each project is completed on time and within budget. To achieve this, they must develop a deep understanding of
Types of Building Constructions: Complete Guide
Building construction is a broad field encompassing various methods, techniques, and materials used to create structures for different purposes. Understanding the types of building construction is crucial for anyone involved in the construction industry, from engineers and architects to investors and students. This
A Brief History of the Construction Industry
A Brief History of the Construction Industry When Did Construction Begin? Tracing the history of construction can be tricky since there’s no clear definition of what exactly constitutes construction. For example, can we consider pit-houses construction? What about grass shelters? Early humans manipulated
Building Tomorrow: Drones and the Future of Construction Job Sites
Richard E. Lopez always believed in the transformative power of technology, and drones have been a passion of mine for years. In 2011, when I first started exploring the potential of drones in the construction industry, I envisioned a future where they could
Revolutionizing Construction: Glenman’s Penry Street Southwark Project Spotlight
Exciting news, construction enthusiasts and valued clients! Today, I’m thrilled to share an exclusive update on our groundbreaking Penry Street Southwark project. This isn’t just another build – it’s a testament to Glenman’s commitment to innovation and excellence in the construction industry. The