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Why subcontractor management needs to go digital

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Why subcontractor management needs to go digital

Subcontractor management is one of the most important activities in any construction project. Whether you are the lead contractor or you run a subcontracting business, you need a reliable way to organise your teams’ time…

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Sustainable homes: how can housebuilders help save the environment?

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Sustainable homes: how can housebuilders help save the environment?

The UK has a challenge on its hands. Given the country’s commitments to climate goals and that the construction industry contributes hugely to its annual CO2 output, there are improvements to be made in what…

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BIM software in 2021 – why SME’s must become ‘BIM-ready’

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BIM software in 2021 – why SME’s must become ‘BIM-ready’

Building Information Modelling (BIM) has had an enormous impact on the construction industry over the past decade. However, while BIM software is widely used at large firms, a 2019 National BIM Survey showed that almost…

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3 reasons construction administration should not be an afterthought

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3 reasons construction administration should not be an afterthought

Construction administration is a useful technique for making projects run more smoothly. It requires the architect, who knows the building design best, to remain involved in the project even after they have finished their drawings….

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How to conduct a site audit

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How to conduct a site audit

Completing a construction site audit is never an easy task. The word ‘audit’ alone brings connotations of judgement and the threat of reper

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Would you rather have a balcony or an extra room in your house?

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Would you rather have a balcony or an extra room in your house?

When Covid-19 lockdowns forced millions of people around the world to stay at home in 2020, the benefits of having a balcony became clearer than ever. Even tiny balconies offered residents the opportunity to get…

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Sustainable building design: the key principles

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Sustainable building design: the key principles

When we think of sustainable building design we usually think about goals in three main areas: environment, people and costs. Firstly, the environment goal – to reduce the consumption of natural resources such as water, energy and raw…

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