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There are many different types of construction. Each type has its own set of rules, regulations, and procedures that need to be followed before building can begin. Due to the complex nature of constructing buildings, local authority planning officers are responsible...

Civil engineering companies undertake large-scale projects such as laying pipelines, building bridges and constructing roads. Their work is essential for the functioning of the economy. Without them, the modern world as we know it wouldn’t exist.However, as somebody...

As another year draws to a close, the UK construction industry is currently facing a number of challenges that are set to impact its performance in 2022. These include: 1. A shortage of skilled workers The UK construction industry is currently facing a shortage of...

Many of us might have preconceived ideas about what we think the construction and civil engineering industries are all about. But, in many cases, our perceptions are wrong. As industries change to adapt to modern ways of thinking and operating, it's easy to see how...

From schools and colleges to care homes and hospitals, construction work is sometimes necessary in sensitive environments. Typical construction projects involve contractors assessing sites, quoting on work, and setting a date when work commences. Yet, in sensitive...

Whether you’re living in a small town or a large city, you might be interested in renovating or extending your office or home. With construction projects being so in-demand today, there are many contractors out there to choose from. We don’t want to be the bearers of...

With a climate crisis on the horizon (although it can be argued we're already feeling its effects with weather records being broken year on year, and not in a good way!), it's important that we do everything we can to take steps towards a more sustainable world. Major...

During the course of 2021, the UK - and various other parts of the world - has experienced a widespread shortage of building materials that have seen prices rise by over 10% in just a few months. Some of these price rises started in 2020; the cost of timber has risen...

When you look at the number of construction projects that are in the pipeline and the demands placed on civil engineering contractors to meet tight deadlines and budgets, it is abundantly clear that huge changes in our infrastructure are taking place. This has...

One of the major challenges facing planners and civil engineers in the future will be providing infrastructure and services for a growing population while ensuring our cities remain a pleasant place to live. Most of our cities today have three things in common: they...