Construction delays can be such a nuisance!

Oct 29, 2024

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

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The future of the construction industry

Oct 29, 2024

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

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5 lessons from ancient civilizations for keeping homes cool in hot, dry climates

Oct 29, 2024

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

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10 Types of Building Materials Used in Construction

Oct 28, 2024

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

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Construction’s manufacturing boom: Mapping the biggest facilities underway in the US

Oct 28, 2024

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

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Financial Acumen for Construction Leaders: Budgeting, Forecasting, and Profitability

Oct 18, 2024

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

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Types of Building Constructions: Complete Guide

Oct 16, 2024

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

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A Brief History of the Construction Industry

Oct 16, 2024

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

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Building Tomorrow: Drones and the Future of Construction Job Sites

Oct 15, 2024

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

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Revolutionizing Construction: Glenman’s Penry Street Southwark Project Spotlight

Oct 15, 2024

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

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