Sustainability in infrastructure: top tips
As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change and the need for sustainable development, the focus on creating...
top of page
Jun 8, 20231 min read
Skills shortage is pushing up labour costs
Severe skills shortages across the construction sector are expected to push labour costs up by 8.3%, reveals new data. The report,...
Jun 1, 20232 min read
Can we use old nappies to build houses?
Old nappies could be soon be used to build houses. Yes, you read that correctly… In a recent study found that old shredded nappies would...
May 31, 20232 min read
Will smart cities be the future?
As we hurtle towards an increasingly urban society, we must be prepared to tackle the issues that come hand in hand with this transition...
May 18, 20231 min read
Birmingham's green transformation: everything you need to know
Birmingham City Council have shared plans to double the city’s green space as part of its 20-year transformation strategy. Under the...
May 17, 20232 min read
Supporting wellbeing in construction: where to get help
Recent data revealed that the suicide rate among construction workers is on the rise, having increased from 25.52 per 100,000 to 33.82...
May 15, 20231 min read
Top 150 consultants survey is open for entry!
Building has launched a new survey to collect data for its Top 150 Consultants 2023 league table. Construction consultancy firms are...
May 10, 20232 min read
Lowering 'disability tax' at your workplace
Want to be a better ally to your disabled employees and co-workers? Here’s three ways you can lower their disability tax. What is...
May 2, 20232 min read
Promoting problem-solving at work
As a business, it is natural to encounter problems as you grow and develop - especially in the world of construction. However, it’s how...
Apr 26, 20232 min read
What is quiet firing?
Quiet firing refers to the process of a company/manager pushing an employee out the door by creating a hostile environment at work. In...
Apr 24, 20232 min read
How to maximise your annual leave this year
Taking time off to unwind is paramount to maintaining your overall health and wellbeing. However, sometimes this can be a challenge -...
Apr 19, 20232 min read
5 reasons to work in construction according to AI
Considering a new career in construction? Read this article to find out what our favourite chatbot, ChatGPT, has to say about the perks...
Apr 13, 20231 min read
Will HS2 Euston ever be built?
HS2 is hitting the headlines again after Levelling-Up Secretary, Micheal Gove, expressed his uncertainty as to whether the service will...
Apr 11, 20232 min read
Let's talk about stress
It's Stress Awareness Month which means it's time to talk about the stress epidemic impacting each and every one of us. Despite being one...
Apr 5, 20231 min read
Latest updates on the second staircase dilemma
The government has proposed that all residential buildings above 18m must have a second staircase for safety reasons. While this rule has...
Mar 29, 20232 min read
Project Closure and Evaluation: top tips for project managers
Whether you’re new to project management or just need a reminder, this blog offers an overview of best practices for project closure and...
Mar 27, 20232 min read
5 benefits of becoming a mentor at work
Have you ever considered becoming a mentor for someone at work? In this article, we discuss the benefits of helping colleagues and new...
Mar 22, 20231 min read
5 benefits of digitising your workflow
Using technology to automate and streamline construction projects, make them faster, more accurate, and more efficient. In this article,...
Mar 20, 20231 min read
Construction industry given green light for hiring overseas
Builders to be added to the ‘shortage occupation list’ to help tackle labour shortages, which have experienced a seismic increase since...
Mar 15, 20232 min read
HS2 could face further delays to avoid rising costs
HS2 could face further delays in an effort to avoid rising costs. The high speed rail line, which is designed to create more effective...
Keep up
to date
bottom of page