https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/en-usCopyright (C) 2026 newslocker.comWed, 21 Oct 2026 11:56:00 +0200 The £225m contracts will see HG Construction build four new buildings across plots NT02 and NT03, forming part of FEC’s wider plans for Red Bank within Victoria North.
The contractor will be responsible for delivering 316 properties over 34 storeys in FEC’s first build-to-rent development at NT02, along with three buildings &]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-lands-225m-quartet-of-manchester-towers/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-lands-225m-quartet-of-manchester-towers/ Latest numbers filed at Companies House show turnover ticked-up to £155m for the year to June 30 2026 from £150m last time as pre-tax profits hit £23.4m from £22.6m.
The directors said: “The company maintained a consistent level of profitability during the year. The board has continued to pursue tender opportunities that align wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bigger-projects-pay-off-for-oliver-connell/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bigger-projects-pay-off-for-oliver-connell/ Work had been due to start next year on the south east London scheme, replacing the 1970s mall with a new shopping district and residential towers rising to 35 storeys.
The masterplan would deliver more than 1,700 homes, 660 student beds and 445 co-living rooms, alongside a 500-capacity music venue and r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/landsec-shelves-15bn-lewisham-redevelopment/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/landsec-shelves-15bn-lewisham-redevelopment/ The Building Safety Regulator approved phase two with four minor requirements, paving the way for construction of four blocks on the eastern side of the Southwark estate.
The breakthrough comes nearly 17 months after the planning green light was announced in May last year.Bouygues said the BSR review took 34 weeks following a six-month detailed design push involving more]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bouygues-south-london-estate-rebuild-clears-gateway-2/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bouygues-south-london-estate-rebuild-clears-gateway-2/ Amey, McPhillips, Fitzgerald Contractors and CR Reynolds will chase individual jobs worth more than £5m and up to £10m, with £75m of work expected through the top tier.McPhillips, Fitzgerald and CR Reynolds also landed places on the £750,000 to £5m lot alongside AE Yates, Bridge Construction, Montel Civil Engineering and Octavius Infrastructure.
Wolver]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sixteen-win-150m-black-country-highways-framework/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sixteen-win-150m-black-country-highways-framework/ The seven shareholders of Collins have completed the sale of the business to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) in its 70th anniversary year.
Collins will continue to be led by its existing management team as turnover for the financial year to June 30 2026 is expected to leap 84% to hit £199m generating pre-tax profits of £6.7m.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/collins-construction-sold-to-staff/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/collins-construction-sold-to-staff/ Founded by Andy Hawes in 2010, 24-7 Group has grown from an electrical contractor into a £70m business employing 330 people across the UK.
Hawes will remain as chief executive and shareholder, with the business continuing to operate under its existing name and leadership.He said: “When I started 24-7 Group in 2010, I h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sauter-acquires-mampe-contractor-24-7-group/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sauter-acquires-mampe-contractor-24-7-group/ The site in Kingston is one of London’s largest estate renewal programmes which will deliver a total of 2,170 new homes alongside new community facilities, green spaces and improved public realm.
Designed by architects BPTW, Phase 2 will provide 383 new homes, including 94 Council Rent homes, The plans also include more than 700 cycle spaces, around 120 parking spaces, approx]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-gets-green-light-for-next-phase-of-london-estate/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-gets-green-light-for-next-phase-of-london-estate/ The new £32m Foxwood 2 building will accommodate an additional 150 pupils between the ages of 11 and 18.
It will serve as a secondary school expansion for pupils at Foxwood Academy and be built on the site of the former Bramcote Park School, which was subject to a major fire in September 2021 and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-starts-32m-send-school-job/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-starts-32m-send-school-job/ The existing 1970s station site has been picked for the Northern Powerhouse Rail hub, which will spearhead regeneration of Bradford’s Southern Gateway.
Ministers have settled the location but have yet to announce a construction budget or detailed building programme.Network Rail has been carrying out engineering and cost studies. Amey has s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bradford-station-rebuild-gets-government-backing/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bradford-station-rebuild-gets-government-backing/ Ardmore started on site in early 2024 for developer LS Estates but work was halted when the contractor fell into administration in June.
RED’s London division will complete the scheme with work expected to be finished by the first quarter of 2027.Ian Hopkinson, Group Director at RED Gro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/red-group-to-finish-50m-ardmore-office-job/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/red-group-to-finish-50m-ardmore-office-job/ The 364-home Whitworth Street West scheme now has planning permission, funding and Building Safety Regulator approval in place.
Glenbrook has secured £17m from the Greater Manchester Good Growth Fund to plug a viability gap and help unlock delivery.Designed by Sheppard Robson, the tower beside Deansgate station will be Glenbrook’s tallest buil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/domis-lined-up-as-44-storey-manchester-tower-clears-gateway-2/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/domis-lined-up-as-44-storey-manchester-tower-clears-gateway-2/ The Suffolk-based civil engineering group lifted pre-tax profit 7% to £4.1m in the year to March 2026, despite turnover falling 8% to £135m.
Directors said the performance had beaten expectations, crediting careful pricing and risk management.Operating profit rose to £3.4m from £3.1m, lifting the operating margin to 2.5% from]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/breheny-lifts-profit-despite-11m-turnover-slide/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 06:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/breheny-lifts-profit-despite-11m-turnover-slide/ The airport is gearing up to train the workforce needed for the huge expansion programme, with opportunities spanning engineering, logistics, electrical installation, carpentry and joinery.
It has now convened the first meeting of its Heathrow Infrastructure Skills Council, bringing unions, colleges and training providers together to prepare workers for the build.The j]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/heathrow-pitches-17500-building-jobs-as-runway-doubts-grow/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/heathrow-pitches-17500-building-jobs-as-runway-doubts-grow/ The 40-year-old father of one was working for City Electrical Factors Limited at its Proteus Switchgear Industrial Division on 4 October 2024 when the incident happened.
The man had been acting as a “spotter” while a forklift truck loaded heavy switchboard equipment onto a flatbed lorry]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/electrical-wholesaler-fined-4m-after-worker-crushed/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/electrical-wholesaler-fined-4m-after-worker-crushed/ The house builder discovered the discrepancy as part of its regular pay audits for directly employed workers.
The Enquirer understands around 50 joiners and scaffolders in the North East were found to be earning nearly 25% more than comparable roles mainly made up of higher bonuses.The workers have been asked to sign new contracts on reduced terms which have come]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taylor-wimpey-cuts-wages-of-overpaid-workers/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 08:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taylor-wimpey-cuts-wages-of-overpaid-workers/ The Wakefield-based demolition firm will spend eight months dismantling the shopping centre and surrounding buildings for delivery partners Bradford Council and urban regeneration specialist ECF.
The clearance will unlock the first 97 two and three-bedroom townhouses, with construction expected to start in summer 2027.Metropolitan is al]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/demolition-starts-for-bradfords-1000-home-city-village/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/demolition-starts-for-bradfords-1000-home-city-village/ The Belfast-based building and civil engineering contractor slipped deep into the red from a £3.2m profit the previous year as turnover fell 22% to £298m.
New owner Sisk has pledged ongoing support, with Farrans able to draw on the group’s cash pooling arrangements to meet funding needs.Sisk bought the business on 31 October 2025 from global giant CR]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/farrans-plunges-to-36m-loss-as-legacy-jobs-bite/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 23:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/farrans-plunges-to-36m-loss-as-legacy-jobs-bite/ The engineering giant booked nearly £26m of new provisions against loss-making contracts while pouring money into AI, staff skills and an overhaul of its regional operations.
Pre-tax profit fell 41% to £26m in the year to March 2026, despite revenue rising 5% to £2.27bn.
Arup said a handful of projects needed extra provisions to cover expected future costs and r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/arup-profit-slumps-to-13-year-low-as-project-provisions-mount/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 23:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/arup-profit-slumps-to-13-year-low-as-project-provisions-mount/ The system provides optimal structural integrity, safety, and fire protection for modern construction projects and is the first through-wall system to include breather membranes and air & vapour control layers in its testing and certification process.
The company will also be showing its RapidTray cavity tray and DPC s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/obex-puts-through-wall-system-on-show/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/obex-puts-through-wall-system-on-show/ Flats plan for canteen after 30 years in disuse
Nicholson Group is behind the latest bid to revive the St Helens landmark that once served up lunches for 2,000 staff at a time and has stood empty since 1996.
The developer bought the modernist building at Alexandra Business Park out of receivership in 2023.Designed in-house, the plans would transform the 75,000 sq ft former dining hall into apa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-in-to-convert-former-pilkington-factory-canteen-into-45-flats/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-in-to-convert-former-pilkington-factory-canteen-into-45-flats/ Kier will lead on the design of the project, which includes enhanced step-free access through the installation of ramps and larger lifts. Proposed improvements also include:Demolition and construction of new stepped access to platforms
Installation of new waiting shelters
Urban realm improvements at the stop entrance
Removal and relocation of exi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-on-board-for-manchester-tram-stop-upgrade/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-on-board-for-manchester-tram-stop-upgrade/ Lion Green Road in Coulsdon, South London, by Mary Duggan Architects with RUFF Architects has been awarded the RIBA Stirling Prize 2026.
The 157-home scheme across five blocks was built for Croydon Council by main contractor CField Construction under a £34m deal.Replacing a former car park on a challenging, sloping site that varies in height by eight metres, the development creates a new co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/council-housing-scheme-built-by-cfield-wins-stirling-prize/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/council-housing-scheme-built-by-cfield-wins-stirling-prize/ The contractor expects its combined direct and supply chain workforce to grow from around 3,200 this year to 6,000 by 2030. That would be four times the number deployed in 2024.
The expansion push revealed to investors yesterday comes as network owners prepare to pump around £80bn into transmission infrastructure by 2031, fuelling the biggest expansion of B]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-targets-6000-supply-chain-workforce-for-power-boom/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-targets-6000-supply-chain-workforce-for-power-boom/ The builder banked nearly £750m of new work in the first half of the year, laying the foundations for revenue growth from 2027.
Defence and healthcare will spearhead the expansion as its construction division targets a jump from £1.03bn turnover last year.Chief executive Graham Dundas said: “Our priority this year was to convert our record]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-aims-for-15bn-construction-business/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-aims-for-15bn-construction-business/ Five councils have launched the contest for the replacement deal, covering everything from small local repairs to major £3m-plus schemes and specialist infrastructure work.
Carmarthenshire County Council is leading the procurement with Ceredigion, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire and Swansea councils.The framework will run for three year]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/race-starts-for-800m-south-wales-civils-framework/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/race-starts-for-800m-south-wales-civils-framework/ Output dropped 0.2% in August, while sharp downward revisions wiped out the brief recovery previously reported for July.
July’s initial 0.1% rise has been revised to a 0.5% fall, with June’s decline also deepened from 0.1% to 0.3%.The figures leave construction trailing the wider UK economy, which edged up 0.1% in August.
Over the three months to August, con]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-output-slides-for-fourth-month-running/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-output-slides-for-fourth-month-running/ The Remediation of Unsafe Cladding Bill, introduced to Parliament yesterday, would strip away legal barriers that have left firms carrying repair costs while manufacturers escape paying their share.
Ministers admit the existing claims regime under section 149 of the Building Safety Act has failed to deliver, with few cases brought.The overhaul]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-get-easier-route-to-claw-back-recladding-costs/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-get-easier-route-to-claw-back-recladding-costs/ The rail body will take the planned eight-storey 3 Springwell Square office, giving fresh momentum to the next phase of the £200m city-centre regeneration.
The 106,000 sq ft building will house up to 450 staff, with construction expected to start in 2027 and completion targeted for spring 2029.Developer Peveril Securities is the property arm of Bow]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/becketwell-site-picked-for-great-british-railways-derby-hq/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/becketwell-site-picked-for-great-british-railways-derby-hq/ Robertson Construction North East was appointed replacement contractor in January at the the new £35m Berwick community hospital where work stopped last November when original contractor Merit collapsed into administration.
Robertson has been assessing the work so far and client Northumbria Healthcare NHS Trust has now confirmed the scale of remedial work needed.The trust said: “From Monda]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mampe-and-cladding-to-be-stripped-from-part-built-hospital/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mampe-and-cladding-to-be-stripped-from-part-built-hospital/ The council job forms the construction element of a £51m investment to replace Springs Leisure Centre.
Procured through the SCAPE Construction Framework, the project will be delivered in two phases on a two-acre site beside the existing centre with work is due to run until September 2028.Willmott Dixon will first build the new facility and carry out]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-lands-40m-sheffield-leisure-centre/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-lands-40m-sheffield-leisure-centre/ Laing O’Rourke, VolkerRail and AtkinsRéalis are set to land the design and construction package without a fresh competition, extending their existing Marston Vale Line works.
The proposed deal covers upgrades between Bletchley and Stewartby, the Oxford Parkway to Bletchley route and work at Milton Keynes Cent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/east-west-rail-alliance-lined-up-for-650m-extension/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/east-west-rail-alliance-lined-up-for-650m-extension/ Using data drawn directly from Powerday’s operational systems, it calculates the transport emissions associated with each waste movement carried out on a contractor’s behalf.
As the industry works to create carbon savings where possible, planning conditions and client contracts now ask for evidence of carbon performance at every point of the su]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/powerday-launches-carbon-reporting-tool-for-contractors/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/powerday-launches-carbon-reporting-tool-for-contractors/ Considine moves up from operations leader to take the top job on 19 October.
The civil engineer joined in 2007 and rose to project leader in 2021. His track record includes work on Old Oak Common and the Olympia redevelopment.Considine replaces Ray O’Rourke’s nephew Stephen O’Rourke who left the firm last month to explore opportunities outside]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/laing-orourke-names-new-expanded-structures-boss/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/laing-orourke-names-new-expanded-structures-boss/ Galliford Try and Midlands contractor McPhillips secured places across all five categories, spanning civils and building projects worth more than £25m.
Kier, Morgan Sindall, Tilbury Douglas and Willmott Dixon also feature among the 20 firms picked for the biggest building jobs.
They join winners including Baxall, Beard, Farrans, GMI, Gui]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-named-for-2bn-lhc-construction-deal/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-named-for-2bn-lhc-construction-deal/ Network Rail’s latest award puts the consultant in charge of making six projects work together as one railway.
It follows a separate win to develop Leeds to Sheffield corridor upgrades, paving the way for more trains and faster journeys.Both deals were awarded through Network Rail’s Development and Design Partnership Framework. Contract values have not been disclosed.
The latest system integra]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/amey-lands-twin-northern-powerhouse-rail-roles/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 08:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/amey-lands-twin-northern-powerhouse-rail-roles/ Plans will transform two existing buildings into a 12-storey Grade A office development providing 24,000 sq. m of workspace and 754 sq. m of new retail and restaurant space designed by Piercy & Company.
J. Andrew McDaniel, co-founder and partner at Meadow Partners, said: “10-20 Victoria Street, located along a heavily trafficked and prestigio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-600m-westminster-office-scheme/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 08:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-600m-westminster-office-scheme/ The cuts tear into the future civils pipeline, with four of the biggest schemes alone carrying a combined price tag of more than £1.6bn.
The Department for Transport has not publicly published the official list but has started to write to each impacted council informing them of the cancellations.
They include the £930m M5 Junction 9 and A46 upgrade in Gloucestershire, £303m M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/roads-axe-hits-24-projects-across-england/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/roads-axe-hits-24-projects-across-england/ The contractor warns a patchwork of standalone jobs risks bogging down delivery with repeated tender exercises, higher costs and lengthy approvals.
Its prescription is a new public-private partnership model giving contractors and investors a clear pipeline of work.The government pl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-calls-for-100m-bundles-in-nhs-health-centres-build-plan/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-calls-for-100m-bundles-in-nhs-health-centres-build-plan/ Burton will remain group chairman as the Northampton-based building services contractor enters its 80th year.
Benedetti steps up on 1 January 2027 after two decades with the £240m turnover group. He currently heads its Living business and sits on the group board.His promotion also triggers a change at Living, where o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/briggs-amp-forrester-names-benedetti-as-next-chief-executive/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/briggs-amp-forrester-names-benedetti-as-next-chief-executive/ Full planning permission is already in place and the council is pushing ahead with infrastructure and enabling work before the main contractor comes on board.
The scheme will be delivered in one phase and includes the homes, roads, utilities, landscaping and public open space.Eastleigh will use an initial qualification round to cut the field to fou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-called-up-for-60m-hampshire-housing-job/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-called-up-for-60m-hampshire-housing-job/ According to a new housing commission led by former housing minister Gavin Barwell extra rules and taxes are pushing viable schemes into the red.
The Prosper UK Housing Commission said the total cost of delivering a typical home has risen by around £76,000 in six years, with roughly half of the increase coming from government requirements rather than lab]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/call-for-three-year-freeze-on-new-housing-red-tape/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/call-for-three-year-freeze-on-new-housing-red-tape/ In its latest results Chief Executive Jason Honeyman said: “Build cost inflation was at low single-digit levels during the first half of the financial year but increased in the second half, principally reflecting greater pressure on material and energy costs amid heightened geopolitical and supply chain uncertainty.“The Group has received price increase requests from suppliers and subcontractors but ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bellway-stands-firm-on-subcontractor-rates/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bellway-stands-firm-on-subcontractor-rates/ Long-standing joint venture partner Jardine Matheson has taken full ownership of the civil engineering and building business, ending a partnership dating back to 2004.
The deal completed today but Balfour will receive the cash in three equal instalments, with the final payment due by the end of 2028.Hoare said: “Balfour Bea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-beatty-sells-hong-kong-gammon-stake-for-250m/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-beatty-sells-hong-kong-gammon-stake-for-250m/ The largest packages are £99m for steel structures and £70m for steel piles.The winning firms are:
Steel Piles (£70m):Adey Steel
European Active Projects
Severfield Structural SolutionsSteel Structures (£99m):Adey Steel
Fullmen
Pro Steel Engineering
Taziker IndustrialOther winners for the smaller lots inclu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-named-for-240m-network-rail-steel-supply-deal/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-named-for-240m-network-rail-steel-supply-deal/ The Building Safety Regulator approved four separate applications covering five buildings, clearing the way for major construction work to start.
The 334-home phase is the largest of three planned in Westminster City Council’s redevelopment of the 1930s estate.It follows completion of the first phase and will deliver a mixed-tenure neighbourhood as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-clears-gateway-2-for-229m-ebury-estate-rebuild/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-clears-gateway-2-for-229m-ebury-estate-rebuild/ The 321-bed development will rise between Stratford High Street and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, just 100m from Pudding Mill Lane DLR station.
The appointment takes the project into construction as Gamuda expands its London development portfolio.The scheme will provide a mix of cluster flats and self-contained studios, with shared kitchen, dining and social spaces, a gym a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-bags-45m-stratford-student-scheme/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-bags-45m-stratford-student-scheme/ Tower Hamlets Council has approved a pre-construction services agreement for Lovell to draw up a rescue plan for 62 affordable homes and five commercial units at Arnold Road in Bow.
The deal puts Lovell in pole position to finish the job, although the main works contract remains subject to agreement on costs, programme and delivery arrangemen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lovell-lined-up-to-rescue-25m-east-london-housing-job/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lovell-lined-up-to-rescue-25m-east-london-housing-job/ The contract award came as the developer confirmed £132m in funding for the 180-home development on the bank of the River Wey in Guildford town centre.
Bennett will take over management of the 1.7-acre site to commence preparatory work immediately, with the main phase of construction work beginning in the coming weeks.Since securing planning consent in 2022, Native Land has subst]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bennett-construction-to-build-132m-guildford-scheme/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bennett-construction-to-build-132m-guildford-scheme/ The Warwickshire County Council job will add 300 secondary places as new housing puts pressure on local classrooms.
A new three-storey teaching block and four-court sports hall will boost facilities, with capacity rising to 1,400 pupils. The scheme also includes a 20-place specialist provision for pupils with communication and interaction needs.Michelle Cotterill, director at Willm]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-takes-24m-starring-role-at-rugby-school/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-takes-24m-starring-role-at-rugby-school/ The High Court rejected the contractor’s argument that the house builder was trying to rerun a dispute already lost in arbitration.
The ruling allows the housing developer to pursue its claim over Victoria Wharf under the Defective Premises Act. It is also seeking a building li]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taylor-woodrow-loses-bid-to-block-cardiff-fire-defects-claim/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taylor-woodrow-loses-bid-to-block-cardiff-fire-defects-claim/ Analysts are expecting the firm to deliver turnover of £351.3m pre-tax profits of £32.5m for the year ending 31 March 2027.
Vp said electricity transmission continues to perform well, rail remains stable and there is “encouraging momentum in water” as AMP8 activity has grown in the second quarter.During the year Vp announc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vp-back-on-track-after-brandon-hire-restructure/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vp-back-on-track-after-brandon-hire-restructure/ The JLL-owned firm chalked up its seventh straight year of pre-tax losses but moved closer to break-even as it trimmed its contract portfolio and largely closed out legacy construction jobs.
Pre-tax losses narrowed to £921,000 in 2025 from £8.8m the year before.Turnover fell 7% to £273m as bosses prioritised profitability across engineering servic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mampe-firm-integral-slashes-losses-after-workforce-cut-by-a-fifth/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mampe-firm-integral-slashes-losses-after-workforce-cut-by-a-fifth/ The former Henry Boot Construction business expects revenue to reach £110m in 2026, with a strong increase in profitability as major projects drive its recovery.
In a financial update, HBC reported 2025 trading pre-tax profit of £1.24m against a £1.65m loss the previous year. Turnover jumped 43% to £71m from £50m.The accounts cover the trading]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hbc-powers-back-towards-110m-turnover/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hbc-powers-back-towards-110m-turnover/ The neighbouring authorities have launched separate competitions for countywide programmes stretching into the next decade.
Wiltshire’s £200m machine surfacing deal will run for an initial six years from June 2027, with two extensions of two years potentially taking it through to May 2037.The work covers machine surfacing and associated civils, r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wiltshire-and-gloucestershire-start-392m-surfacing-race/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wiltshire-and-gloucestershire-start-392m-surfacing-race/ The Reading-based subcontractor lifted revenue 9% to a record £95.4m in 2025, chalking up its sixth successive year of growth.
Major regeneration packages helped underpin the rise, while schemes previously stalled by second staircase requirements finally moved into delivery.But delays thr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lee-marley-closes-in-on-100m-turnover/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 09:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lee-marley-closes-in-on-100m-turnover/ The investor will work with mayors and local partners across the UK with a Regional Dialogue meeting set to take place next year to thrash out details.
The news was unveiled by Prime Minister Andy Burnham during a visit to Berlin yesterday.Asoka Wöhrmann, CEO of PATRIZIA, said: “Our meeting with the Prime Minister reinforced a c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/german-investor-pledges-1bn-for-uk-affordable-homes/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/german-investor-pledges-1bn-for-uk-affordable-homes/ Anstey brings 30 years of construction experience, including nearly two decades at Mace, to the London-based employee-owned contractor.
He will work closely with managing director Kevin P’ng to strengthen resourcing, financial management and the links between pre-construction and delivery as BW drives its next phase of growth.
His arrival heads a trio of s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bw-hires-time-served-mace-man-as-commercial-director/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bw-hires-time-served-mace-man-as-commercial-director/ Housing association Trivallis has picked the contractor as development partner for the regeneration of Penrhys in the Rhondda, with around 800 to 900 homes planned and an initial phase of around 121 homes.
The hillside estate opened in 1968 with 951 homes. Decades of demolition and resident relocation have since reduced it to around 200 homes spread across 24 hectares.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-picked-for-209m-penrhys-estate-regeneration/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-picked-for-209m-penrhys-estate-regeneration/ The house builder had reworked phases two and three of the Old Kent Road development to tackle rising costs and avoid a repeat of the delays that stalled its first phase.
But councillors went against officers’ recommendation on Tuesday, rejecting the Bermondsey Place proposals to reduce affordable housing fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/berkeleys-1060-home-south-london-plan-rethink-rejected/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/berkeleys-1060-home-south-london-plan-rethink-rejected/ Teagle helped build the group’s mixed-tenure partnerships business after joining Galliford Try in 2006 following 20 years in the housing association sector.
He will step down as chief executive of partnerships and regeneration at the end of March 2027 but stay on part-time as an adviser to the board.Raynsford joins on 1 January as group partne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-partnerships-boss-teagle-to-retire/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 20:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-partnerships-boss-teagle-to-retire/ Theos takes over as managing director of Franki Group UK just over a year after Statom snapped up the specialists from Belgian contractor BESIX.
His arrival fires the starting gun on a fresh growth push, with the two businesses sharpening their focus on distinct parts of the piling market.
Martello will chase civil engineering and major projects through large-diameter rotary and C]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/statom-raids-bauer-for-new-franki-piling-arm-chief/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/statom-raids-bauer-for-new-franki-piling-arm-chief/ Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight is a director of Digbeth Loc Studios which oversaw construction of the Birmingham film studio of the same name.
Jo Nugent, Executive Director, Midlands at Homes England, said:  “This is an exciting opportunity to build on Digbeth’s unique]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/peaky-blinders-creator-to-deliver-birmingham-media-village/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/peaky-blinders-creator-to-deliver-birmingham-media-village/ The acquisition will give BAM extra firepower in transmission pipelines, power cables and trenchless construction as it targets expanding infrastructure investment.
While A.Hak earns around 85% of its revenue in the Netherlands, it already operates in the UK and Belgium.BAM plans to use its esta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bam-buys-big-dutch-pipeline-and-cable-contractor-for-uk-push/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bam-buys-big-dutch-pipeline-and-cable-contractor-for-uk-push/ New build submissions nearly doubled in September, adding fresh pressure just as approval rates had improved and older cases were being cleared.
Schemes covering more than 40,000 homes now await decisions, with new build applications arriving twice as fast as BSR is determining them.The regulator has activated contingency plans to ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gateway-2-backlog-swells-again-as-developers-race-to-beat-levy/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gateway-2-backlog-swells-again-as-developers-race-to-beat-levy/ The specialist shed and data centre builder took pole position with a job valued at £280m by construction intelligence group Barbour ABI. The official contract sum has not been disclosed.
Logistics rival Winvic claimed second place after bagging warehouse jobs for Tritax Big Box at Symmetry Park and the Plot 6 development at SEGRO’s Northamp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tsl-tops-contracts-league-with-mcalpine-battery-plant/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tsl-tops-contracts-league-with-mcalpine-battery-plant/ The John Innes Centre has signed the main design and build contract for its Technology Platform 1 project, moving the scheme from pre-construction into delivery.
The package forms part of the Next Generation Infrastructure programme to overhaul facilities for the John Innes Centre and The Sainsbury Laboratory, both leading centres for plant and microbial science.Vinci]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vinci-bags-52m-norwich-research-glasshouses-job/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 01:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vinci-bags-52m-norwich-research-glasshouses-job/ Cabinet approved the construction deal this week, subject to full council signing off extra funding and the decision clearing call-in.
The wider project bill has jumped £7.7m to £36m, with a November start targeted if the revised funding package gets the green light.The Eastern Lane revamp will bring the main theatre, café]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-to-lead-cast-on-29m-berwick-theatre-revamp/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-to-lead-cast-on-29m-berwick-theatre-revamp/ The haul is dominated by a £54m overhaul of Harpenden sewage treatment works, where Kier will boost treatment capacity by more than 50% to support growth through to 2036.
The scheme forms part of Thames Water’s Go to Green programme and will modernise key treatment facilities to meet tighter environmental standards and improve the health]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-scoops-65m-thames-water-sewage-works-haul/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-scoops-65m-thames-water-sewage-works-haul/ The Redhill firm brings almost 200 staff and a portfolio of building management clients across London, the South East and the Midlands.
Calibre turned over £29m in the year to April 2026, up from £26.9m previously. But pre-tax profit more than halved to £433,000 from £994,000.Founded in 2011 and co-owned by dire]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-buys-29m-surrey-fm-firm/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-buys-29m-surrey-fm-firm/ The Grade II-listed London landmark will be brought back into full use as the Brigade’s headquarters, with completion targeted for 2029.
Willmott Dixon Interiors secured the preconstruction role earlier this year to take the scheme through Stage 3 and 4 design, ahead of the planned return of around 840 staff.The Brigade said all]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixons-london-fire-service-hq-retrofit-clears-planning/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixons-london-fire-service-hq-retrofit-clears-planning/ Daniel Watton, 50, trading as Inside Out Painters and Decorators Property Maintenance, was given a suspended jail sentence following the death of trainee painter Connor Lambert.
The 24-year-old, from Market Drayton, died after coming into contact with electricity, when a ladder was being moved near overhead power lines. He had been working at the house in Farndon on 29 Jul]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/painter-sentenced-after-stepson-electrocuted-on-job/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/painter-sentenced-after-stepson-electrocuted-on-job/ Mace, McLaughlin & Harvey and Galliford Try break into the line-up alongside returning partners BAM, Willmott Dixon and Morgan Sindall.
The six secure places on the top tier of the new Oxford Inspire construction framework, covering large-scale new build and refurbishment schemes worth more than £15m.
Wates, previously a main partner for projects above £20m, moves to reserve status]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-named-for-16bn-university-of-oxford-framework/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-named-for-16bn-university-of-oxford-framework/ But the expansion drove net debt close to £1bn, with hefty financing costs keeping the group firmly in the red.
Operating profit more than quadrupled to £18m as revenue rose 10% in the year to April 2026.
RSK spent £172m on 10 acquisitions during the period, swelling net debt to £965m from £734m.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rsk-turnover-nears-25bn-as-buying-spree-rolls-on/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rsk-turnover-nears-25bn-as-buying-spree-rolls-on/ The four-year deal for public buying body YPO will cover housing, commercial development and mixed-use projects, alongside education, healthcare and infrastructure.
Willmott Dixon/Be Living and Hochtief PPP Solutions secured the broadest spread of places, each landing six of the seven lots.Hill, Higgins, Hochtief, Stepnell and Wat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/big-builders-pile-into-pagabos-developer-framework/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/big-builders-pile-into-pagabos-developer-framework/ Network Rail and Kier will deliver the programme through to 2028 as part of the wider Manchester Rail Upgrade.
The job will extend platforms 1, 2 and 3 to accommodate longer trains, remodel the station approach tracks and modernise signalling to support more frequent and reliable services.Engineers will tackle the first major m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-lands-115m-manchester-airport-station-upgrade/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 01:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-lands-115m-manchester-airport-station-upgrade/ Professor Sergio Cavalaro has been handed a three-year brief as chief construction and scientific adviser to help sharpen building safety regulation and raise standards across the industry.
The Loughborough University professor will join the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government full time.He takes over from interim chief construction adviser Thouria Is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/raac-expert-takes-chief-construction-adviser-role/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/raac-expert-takes-chief-construction-adviser-role/ The bellwether S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index recorded 46.1 in September – up from 44.3 in August but still below the 50 growth mark.
Slower rates of contraction were seen in all the residential, commercial and civil engineering segments.
Commercial construction (index at 48.5) saw the greatest resilience, with business activity falling only marginally and at the weakest]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-output-falls-at-slowest-rate-since-january/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-output-falls-at-slowest-rate-since-january/ A fresh Government business case for the mega campus build sets out plans to reinstate Kier’s pre-construction services agreement for the specialist and technically complex H50 building.
For the wider main campus build, the Government will now launch a fresh separate two-stage tender, expected in Nove]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-to-return-to-stalled-3bn-harlow-health-campus/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-to-return-to-stalled-3bn-harlow-health-campus/ Michaela Boor, 29, died after being struck by falling bricks as she walked on the pavement past a building site on the corner of Burdett Road in Bow, east London, on 27 March 2018.
Higgins Homes has been charged with corporate manslaughter and a Health and Safety at Work Act offence.Site manager Thomas Anstis, 69, lifting  plan sup]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/court-case-begins-after-passer-by-killed-by-falling-bricks/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/court-case-begins-after-passer-by-killed-by-falling-bricks/ Cost consultant Gardiner + Theobald has trimmed its 2026 tender price inflation forecast to 3.25% from 3.5% in its Autumn Market Update.
London’s forecast falls to 3.5% from 3.75%, with the South East, South West and East Anglia also seeing quarter-point cuts. Forecasts for the remaining regions are unchanged.G&T said the mar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tier-1-tender-rises-cool-but-specialist-trades-costs-hold-firm/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tier-1-tender-rises-cool-but-specialist-trades-costs-hold-firm/ Universal Studios is planning to open its UK resort in 2031. The massive project will include a theme park, hotels, shopping, dining and entertainment venues. It involves major road and infrastructure improvements including a new railway station. The entire project will provide thousands of jobs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tcc-helps-with-worker-apartments-for-huge-theme-park/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tcc-helps-with-worker-apartments-for-huge-theme-park/ The UK’s second largest port operator is making the call ahead of Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s first Budget, which it says is an opportunity to help the construction sector regain momentum.
David Huck, Chief Operating Officer at Peel Ports Group, said: “Despite being tasked with an ambitious pipeline of projects, the construction industry is seemingly struggling to ov]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/port-giant-calls-for-smarter-handling-of-construction-materials/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/port-giant-calls-for-smarter-handling-of-construction-materials/ The Department for Education-backed scheme will sweep away ageing teaching blocks, some dating from the 1950s, and deliver a new school for 1,350 pupils.
Enabling works begin this month after the firm carried out preparatory work during the summer holidays.Willmott Dixon will phase demolition and construction over several years to keep the academy, part of Carlton Academy Trust, ope]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-cleared-for-50m-leeds-school-rebuild/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-cleared-for-50m-leeds-school-rebuild/ But group chief executive Susan Hodgkiss warned economic and political uncertainty was clouding project start dates, with more challenging conditions ahead.
The country’s second biggest structural steelwork contractor grew pre-tax profit by 27% to £40m in 2025, despite turnover falling by a fifth to £338m.Hodgkiss]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/william-hare-powers-up-profit-despite-sales-slump/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/william-hare-powers-up-profit-despite-sales-slump/ Private equity firm Triton Partners has agreed to sell the business to TDR Capital in a deal that will hand the fast-growing utilities specialist to a new financial backer.
Terms have not been disclosed.
The sale comes after Triton drove through 18 acquisitions and transformed OCU from a regional utilities contractor into a much broader critical infrastructure bus]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ocu-sold-after-four-year-growth-blitz/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ocu-sold-after-four-year-growth-blitz/ Developer ECF is seeking permission for up to 1,220 homes alongside more than 100,000 sq ft of retail, leisure, commercial and community space across the town centre site.
ECF, the development partnership between Homes England, Legal & General and Muse, has lodged a hybrid application covering most of the regenerat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-go-in-for-1bn-northampton-city-centre-overhaul/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-go-in-for-1bn-northampton-city-centre-overhaul/ Oxfordshire based WG Carter Limited was sentenced following the death of 59-year-old Richard “Felix” Roper, who fell from height while working at a domestic property in Gloucestershire.
The father of two had been carrying out work on the first floor of Manor Barn House, Nether Westcote, on 30 August 2022, where extensive repairs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/carpenter-killed-in-fall-through-floor/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/carpenter-killed-in-fall-through-floor/ The pair secured positions in all four project value bands as well as coveted collaborative partner roles on the four-year YPO framework.
In total, 56 individual contractors have secured places across the framework, generating 114 appointments once repeat wins across the five lots are counted.
Five contractors have been handed the key collaborat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-named-for-5bn-pagabo-major-works-deal/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-named-for-5bn-pagabo-major-works-deal/ Harrow Council has issued the formal decision notice after completing the Section 106 agreement, nearly a year after councillors resolved to approve the scheme.
The move unlocks the former Civic Centre site for Wates Residential and the council’s Harrow Strategic Development Partnership.Detailed consent covers the first]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-gets-final-green-light-for-1000-home-harrow-job/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-gets-final-green-light-for-1000-home-harrow-job/ Brentwood Borough Council appointed the pair through Pagabo’s developer-led framework to turn the ageing town centre site into a new leisure-led destination.
The first phase will focus on the front of the centre, with plans for a boutique or premium cinema, restaurants, bars and upgraded public realm around]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-wins-100m-brentwood-shopping-centre-revamp/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-wins-100m-brentwood-shopping-centre-revamp/ Work has created a 1.8m-diameter tube which will send fish accidentally heading to the power station back to the Bristol Channel along a 620 metre route dug into the seabed.Specialist contractor Joseph Gallagher is working with Kier and Bam on the project.The project is spending a total of £700m on fish protection measures including underwater speakers to deter marine life f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tunnelling-work-complete-on-150m-hinkley-fish-pipe/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tunnelling-work-complete-on-150m-hinkley-fish-pipe/ The deal covers construction and refurbishment work across National Grid Electricity Distribution’s network in the South West, Wales and Midlands.
AmcoGiffen, M Group Transport, Pod-Trak and Coombes Forestry have secured places across all 10 geographic lots, with each carrying a stated contract value of £40m.
 Biggest multi-lot awards by forecast]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/31-contractors-bag-600m-national-grid-civils-framework/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/31-contractors-bag-600m-national-grid-civils-framework/ The deal will more than double the scale of Cheltenham-based EARNZ and give the group a major foothold in London as it builds towards a £130m turnover energy, maintenance and decarbonisation business.
GEM turned over £30m in the year to June 2026, generating &]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bob-holt-led-earnz-picks-up-gem-for-23m/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bob-holt-led-earnz-picks-up-gem-for-23m/ Landowner The Estate Office Shoreditch has unveiled proposals to replace the existing petrol filling station and fast-food restaurant at 241 City Road with two residential buildings.
The scheme would deliver up to 400 homes for rent, including affordable housing, with the taller block rising to around 40 storeys.A second building would step down to betwee]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/40-storey-tower-plan-for-london-city-road-cluster/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/40-storey-tower-plan-for-london-city-road-cluster/ The contractor will complete its present package before handing the next stages of the project to a new builder.
The Ellison Institute of Technology has yet to name Mace’s replacement, although Sir Robert McAlpine is among the contractors being linked with the next phase.
The potential involvement of McAlpine comes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-to-be-replaced-on-200m-oxford-labs-scheme/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-to-be-replaced-on-200m-oxford-labs-scheme/ The contractor takes the delivery role for England and Wales, plus the single collaborative partner appointments for Scotland and Northern Ireland.
England and Wales is split into three specialist roles to give clients access to different expertise from the earliest stages of a project. Graham takes delivery, Costain sustainability and M Grou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-named-for-43bn-pagabo-civils-and-enabling-framework/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-named-for-43bn-pagabo-civils-and-enabling-framework/ The deal for John F Hunt Power Group and sister company Morris Machinery is understood to be worth more than £50m.
John Hall, Chairman of the John F Hunt Group and founder of John F Hunt Power, said: “John F Hunt Power was born out of a practical challenge. During demolition projects throughout the 1980s and 1990s, we recognised the need for reliable temporary power solutions to support crane operati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/john-f-hunt-sells-power-division-to-finning/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/john-f-hunt-sells-power-division-to-finning/ Work on the new road and tunnel under the River Thames began in early 2026, and is being carried out only using electric, HVO and hydrogen powered equipment and machinery.
Machines currently at work include 20 tonne excavators, rollers, tractors, telehandlers and hydrogen generators.No diesel has been pe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/diesel-free-plant-fleet-grows-on-lower-thames-crossing/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/diesel-free-plant-fleet-grows-on-lower-thames-crossing/ The shortlisted teams bring together some of the world’s biggest infrastructure contractors, with Balfour Beatty, Bouygues and Italian group Webuild leading rival joint ventures.Shortlisted consortiaWFH JV – Webuild, Hyundai Engineering & Construction and FCC Construccion
BMV+ – Bouygues Travaux Publics, J Murphy & Sons]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/trio-shortlisted-for-56bn-oxfordshire-reservoir/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/trio-shortlisted-for-56bn-oxfordshire-reservoir/ The latest approvals clear all 29 blocks on the 3,300-room student scheme for construction, including seven buildings classed as higher-risk under the Building Safety Act.
Gateway 2 approval has now been secured for all seven blocks reaching at least 18m or seven storeys, while approval has also been granted for the remaining 22 lower-rise buildings.G]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-lands-final-gateway-2-approvals-at-530m-fallowfield/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-lands-final-gateway-2-approvals-at-530m-fallowfield/ Contractors hiring individual workers must now confirm they are legally entitled to work in the UK, bringing self-employed and non-standard labour much closer to the checks already required for employees.
Until now, statutory right-to-work checks have largely applied to people classed as employees.New extended]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-right-to-work-rules-and-safety-levy-hit-construction-today/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-right-to-work-rules-and-safety-levy-hit-construction-today/ James McCallan, Director at Anamore, said: “We’ve built a strong business with an established presence across the UK and Ireland, and we’re now focused on taking Anamore to the next level.
“We’re securing major opportunities, growing our team and continuing to build on the expertise and relationships that have brought us t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-finance-director-at-anamore/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-finance-director-at-anamore/ The £37m Anchor Residency will be a 208-home apartment development across eight and 13-storey buildings  located within regeneration specialist Peel Waters’ wider Trafford Waters district.
Architect Leach Rhodes Walker led the architectural design, supported by Thomas Consulting as stru]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bridgestone-starts-building-first-trafford-waters-high-rise/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bridgestone-starts-building-first-trafford-waters-high-rise/ The 20 files relate to 20 companies and organisations and 54 individuals.
The CPS will consider charges including corporate manslaughter, gross negligence manslaughter, health and safety offences, fraud and fraud-related offences and misconduct in public office.
The CPS has committed to making the charging decisions before the tenth annive]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/police-hand-over-grenfell-files-for-charging-decisions/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/police-hand-over-grenfell-files-for-charging-decisions/ Revenue rebounded 23% to £121m in 2025, adding nearly £23m of workload in a year.
The rise ends two successive years of declining turnover after revenue fell to £104m in 2023 and then below £100m in 2024.
Pierce previously turned over £195.2m during an extended 17-month accounting period in 2022,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/steelwork-firm-jampd-pierce-powers-back-with-pound68m-profit/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/steelwork-firm-jampd-pierce-powers-back-with-pound68m-profit/ Just 45,315 homes secured permission in England during the second quarter of 2026, down 21% on the previous three months.
Home Builders Federation figures show permissions over the 12 months to June fell 8% to 214,515 homes, 36% below the 2017 peak.
Volume house builder applications were hit particularly hard. Approvals for homes on sites of more than 10 units slumped 21% quarter on quarter to 39,689 and we]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/planning-approvals-for-new-homes-crash-to-14-year-low/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/planning-approvals-for-new-homes-crash-to-14-year-low/ Manjit Kumar, 34, was working as a production operative on 24 June 2020, when the incident occurred. He was operating a bag flattening conveyor system forming part of a larger piece of machinery.
Kumar was drawn into the compression conveyor through an opening in the guarding. His colleagues raised the alarm and stopped the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/aggregates-firm-fined-after-worker-crushed-to-death/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/aggregates-firm-fined-after-worker-crushed-to-death/ Hartlepool Borough Council has cleared the Greatham North East Flood Alleviation Scheme, paving the way for around two years of construction work.
BAM Nuttall has previously been brought onto the project by the Environment Agency for early supplier engagement, although a full main works award has yet to be publicly confirmed.The job will see a new 1.5km fl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bam-in-frame-as-25m-teesside-flood-job-gets-go-ahead/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bam-in-frame-as-25m-teesside-flood-job-gets-go-ahead/ The Government today launched Great British Grid as a new publicly-owned infrastructure investor within Great British Energy alongside plans to widen self-build rights for grid connections.
The reforms could open a significant new market for contractors as developers of data centres, industrial plants and o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/developers-to-get-power-to-build-own-grid-connections/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/developers-to-get-power-to-build-own-grid-connections/ Practical completion of the 129-home development is now expected in December, around 18 months later than the original programme.
Harrow-based AC1, a privately-owned contractor with annual turnover approaching £30m and offices in London and Manchester, was first brought onto the job under a letter of i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ac1-signs-deal-to-finish-torsions-manchester-apartment-job/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ac1-signs-deal-to-finish-torsions-manchester-apartment-job/ The site has already been cleared and the initial subcontractor packages have been secured, allowing Mellior Construction to move directly into the principal construction phase.
Abbey Row was formerly known as the Islington Quarter and was first put forward for planni]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-set-to-start-on-stalled-liverpool-site/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-set-to-start-on-stalled-liverpool-site/ The infrastructure sector burns more than 1bn litres of diesel a year, meaning the rise from around £1.41 a litre in January has inflated its theoretical annual fuel bill by around £590m.
The 42% surge is ripping into margins across plant-heavy civils businesses, with muckshifting contractors among the hardest hit.Diesel can account]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/2-diesel-threatens-600m-construction-fuel-shock/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/2-diesel-threatens-600m-construction-fuel-shock/ Smith will step down on 1 January 2027 after nearly 12 years at Billington, with chief operating officer Trevor Taylor lined up to succeed him.
Taylor has taken an increasingly operational role across the group over the past five years and was promoted to chief operating officer in October 2025.
Smith announced his departure from the top]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/billington-boss-to-retire-after-42-year-steel-career/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/billington-boss-to-retire-after-42-year-steel-career/ Vilius Domarkas, 38, was sentenced yesterday after admitting causing death by dangerous driving at an earlier hearing.
The fatal collision occurred on July 8 when highways worker Anthony Howe was hit by Domarkas’ Citroen Relay van which veered into the coned off lane.Domarkas was found with glazed and bloodshot eyes and was slurring his speech, was u]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/drink-driving-builder-jailed-for-killing-highways-worker/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/drink-driving-builder-jailed-for-killing-highways-worker/ The contractor is entering a pre-construction services agreement for The Fenner ahead of a planned site start later this year.
Stiff + Trevillion has designed the estimated £60m overhaul of the existing building at 26 Red Lion Square, which will be transformed into eight floors of Grade A workspace over the two-year programme.The scheme includes new f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-lands-60m-london-holborn-office-retrofit/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-lands-60m-london-holborn-office-retrofit/ O’Grady will take up his new role next month replacing Jonathan Morris who has served as interim MD for the last six months and will now be taking a sabbatical.
O’Grady joins Costain from Australian based CPB Contractors where he oversaw a string of major infrastructure projects.Jonathan Willcock, Managing Director, Transportat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-appoints-new-head-to-deliver-hs2-tunnels/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-appoints-new-head-to-deliver-hs2-tunnels/ Developers Fabrix and PATRIZIA have appointed McLaren for Walworth Corners – a 134,000 sq ft PBSA development which will see the 0.34‑hectare brownfield site transformed to provide 283 student beds, 20 new affordable homes for social rent and retail and community space.
Enabling works are now underway with completion targeted for Spring 20]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-bags-pound55m-elephant-amp-castle-contract/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-bags-pound55m-elephant-amp-castle-contract/ The new Your First Home scheme will allow eligible first-time buyers in England to purchase a new-build home with a deposit of just 2.5%, backed by a Government equity loan worth up to 20% of the property value.
Full details are due to be unveiled at the Budget on 28 October, including household income limits, regional property price caps and the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/house-builders-hail-return-of-help-to-buy-style-loans/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/house-builders-hail-return-of-help-to-buy-style-loans/ The plans detail the first 1,500 home stage across six buildings on the 47 acres site which will eventually deliver at least new 5,000 homes in east London.
At the heart of the proposals will be a new seven-acre park, alongside around 1,000 new trees, creating a greener, more biodiverse environment for residents and the wider]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/first-plans-go-in-for-vast-royal-docks-scheme/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/first-plans-go-in-for-vast-royal-docks-scheme/ The contractor has signed a deal with HM Courts & Tribunals Service and is now progressing detailed design for the new court complex at the junction of Devonshire Road and Talbot Road.
The project was originally costed at around £43m, but the final bill is expected to be higher following the delay and contractor change.Fresh planning chan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-gears-up-to-restart-stalled-blackpool-courthouse/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-gears-up-to-restart-stalled-blackpool-courthouse/ Footage shared with the Enquirer shows a stream of workers running into nearby woodland to escape the authorities.
Others can also be seen hiding in concrete formwork in a bid to evade officers.
The site is in Crayford for developer London Square where Carey London is main contractor overseeing site infrastructure work and reinforced concrete frame co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/builders-flee-site-during-immigration-raid-video/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/builders-flee-site-during-immigration-raid-video/ The latest plan switches the northern plots from around 1,700 student rooms to 15 and 17-storey office blocks providing nearly 49,000 sq m of workspace.
The rethink follows further market testing and viability work aimed at unlocking the next phase of the prominent city centre site, which has remained largely vacant]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/stalled-yorkshire-post-scheme-switches-student-towers-for-offices/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/stalled-yorkshire-post-scheme-switches-student-towers-for-offices/ The 14-storey Sussex Place project, estimated to cost around £45m to build, will replace an ageing eight-storey office block beside Hammersmith station.
The development will provide 147 cluster bedrooms and 144 studios, with 35% of the accommodation offered at affordable rents.The 98,700 sq ft building will include student amenity space, a landscaped courtyard and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-clears-planning-for-hammersmith-student-block/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 19:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-clears-planning-for-hammersmith-student-block/ Turnover at the Portakabin-owned business almost halved to £72m in 2025 from £140m the previous year.Darwin plunged to a £5m operating loss from an £8.6m profit, while pre-tax performance swung from a £9.2m profit to a £3.2m loss.
Directors blamed the reversal on several large permanent modular healthcare proj]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/darwin-scales-back-complex-nhs-modular-work-after-3m-loss/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/darwin-scales-back-complex-nhs-modular-work-after-3m-loss/ The contractor will restore and extend the Victoria Square landmark to create a creative and learning hub, bringing St Helens Central Library back into the building alongside an archive, youth hub, offices, café and communal space.
The £15m job will be delivered under a two-stage design and build deal.Robertson will now review the proposals with St Helens Boro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/robertson-picked-for-st-helens-heritage-job/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/robertson-picked-for-st-helens-heritage-job/ New-build starts in England reached 35,910 between April and June, up 6% on the previous quarter and 20% on the same period last year.
But government number crunchers cautioned that the rebound is being boosted by a dramatic rise in projects reported through the Building Safety Regulator.The BSR reported 5,758 housing starts during the l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gateway-2-push-fuels-20-jump-in-housing-starts/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 08:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gateway-2-push-fuels-20-jump-in-housing-starts/ Latest research from the industry’s largest payroll firm Hudson Contract said this represents a 3.1% increase on July rates and 4.5% on the same month last year.
Plumbing led the increases, with rates up 10.4% month-on-month to £1,348. Joinery rose 8.9% to £1,247, while steel and timber frame contracting climbed 7.6% to £1,102.Hudson managing director Ian]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-labour-rates-hit-record-high/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 08:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-labour-rates-hit-record-high/ Main construction work on the site which has stood vacant for nearly a decade can now begin after MP Living, the social housing provider established by Meadow Partners received the first tranche of grant funding from the Greater London Authority (GLA).
MP Living is working in partnership with the GLA and the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-construction-lands-resi-contract-at-ilford-store-site/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-construction-lands-resi-contract-at-ilford-store-site/ The incident happened at around 10.30am on 2 October 2018 when Mick Ferris, 53, had been on a break and was just returning to his coach, which was parked up nearby.
The 130kg window fell 300ft from the Corniche development on the capital’s Albert Embankment killing Ferris instantly.St James Limited, part]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/firms-fined-13m-after-falling-window-kills-passer-by/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/firms-fined-13m-after-falling-window-kills-passer-by/ The raid on the M&J business premises was part of a CMA investigation into 12 construction companies suspected of bid rigging on roofing work for school improvement jobs
The cartel buster is examining whether these companies illegally colluded when bidding for contracts awarded by both private and public sector b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/roofing-director-fined-for-hiding-mobile-during-bid-rig-probe/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/roofing-director-fined-for-hiding-mobile-during-bid-rig-probe/ The south east building contractor made just over £14m of payments last year to redeem its outstanding vendor loan notes, clearing the balance without turning to external finance.
Despite the outflow, Neilcott still closed 2025 with £22m cash in the bank.Pre-tax profit jumped to £14.7m from £7.1m as turnover rose 16% to a r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/neilcott-clears-employee-ownership-debt-after-bumper-year/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/neilcott-clears-employee-ownership-debt-after-bumper-year/ The drastic downsizing will also see Vistry pull out of open-market housing across the South East to concentrate any future investment in the North, Midlands and West.
Chief executive Adam Daniels unveiled the sweeping rescue plan as Vistry crashed to a £661m statutory pre-tax loss for the first half, compared with a £41]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-slashes-regions-as-661m-loss-lays-bare-scale-of-reset/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-slashes-regions-as-661m-loss-lays-bare-scale-of-reset/ The new 7,460m pipeline will provide the wastewater network capacity for the former RAF Alconbury base new town which has planning permission for 6,200 homes.
Work will be delivered through the @one Alliance and the project is scheduled for handover in November 2027.Ashley Jordan, Construction Manager, Barhale, said: “Housin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barhale-wins-pipeline-deal-for-giant-housing-estate/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barhale-wins-pipeline-deal-for-giant-housing-estate/ Nugus joins from Kier where she spent eight years most recently as Work Winning Director.
She will oversee the Preconstruction functions, including Business Development, Bid Management and Estimating as the business delivers on its water frameworks.Mark Shadrick, Divisional Managing Director of Galliford Try’s Environment business said: “Galliford Try is a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-work-winning-director-joins-galliford-try/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-work-winning-director-joins-galliford-try/ The scale of debts at the Swindon-based civils and groundworks specialist was revealed in a report filed at Companies House after administrators from FRP Advisory took charge of the business last month.
Avtar had been in business since 2010 worked for regional offices of major house builders like Vistry, Persimmon and BarrattRedrow turning over arou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/groundworks-firm-went-under-owing-suppliers-4m/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/groundworks-firm-went-under-owing-suppliers-4m/ The move comes less than three months after National Highways cancelled Skanska’s £297m contract for the 6.5km dualling scheme around Newark-on-Trent.
Skanska secured the job through the Regional Delivery Partnership framework in 2022 and had taken the scheme through design and planning.
National Highways is now inviting con]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/a46-newark-bypass-job-returns-to-market-at-700m/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/a46-newark-bypass-job-returns-to-market-at-700m/ Charles Sweeney has stepped down from the board with immediate effect and will leave the business at the end of September.
The shake-up came as Nexus said revenue for the year to September 2026 would reach around £70m, up from £66m last year but well below market expectations of £79m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/nexus-ceo-exits-as-contractor-warns-of-1m-loss/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/nexus-ceo-exits-as-contractor-warns-of-1m-loss/ Work is expected to start before the end of the year on a 28,000 sq ft community, health and retail building alongside six homes, a new vicarage and road and parking improvements.
The centrepiece will bring GP services, a dentist, pharmacy and opticians under one roof, alongside a library, co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-set-to-start-24m-solihull-village-centre-job/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-set-to-start-24m-solihull-village-centre-job/ The shake-up comes as the eight-partner alliance more than doubles its capital workload from £1.2bn to £3bn during AMP8.
Around £750m will be delivered through a new Place-Based programme, replacing the traditional approach of managing treatment works, networks and environmental schemes separately.
Rather than spreadi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/anglian-water-shakes-up-contractor-teams-for-works-drive/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/anglian-water-shakes-up-contractor-teams-for-works-drive/ Demolition work on the site started this week and the completed scheme will deliver 364 student rooms.
Dave Hardman, Preconstruction Director at Bridgestone Construction, said: “Gateway 2 approval is a fantastic achievement for everyone involved in the project.“The regulatory landscape has continued to evolve throughout the design p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bridgestone-to-build-30m-salford-student-scheme/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bridgestone-to-build-30m-salford-student-scheme/ The Canadian engineering giant said it would not pursue a public offer after concluding a deal could only be delivered through a negotiated transaction backed by Arcadis.
Its withdrawal ends a two-month takeover battle that saw Arcadis reject two unsolicited approaches, including an improved €51.5-a-share cash-and-shares proposal valuing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wsp-pulls-plug-on-38bn-arcadis-takeover/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wsp-pulls-plug-on-38bn-arcadis-takeover/ The developer is preparing to unveil its vision for the landmark city centre site on Thursday, with more than 500 homes and 225,000 sq ft of office space planned.
Sphere is acting as development partner for freehold owner Legal & General on the project, which will breathe new life into the form]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/350m-flats-plan-for-birmingham-shopping-landmark/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/350m-flats-plan-for-birmingham-shopping-landmark/ The contractor also finished installing the 175 beams forming the roof of a second major bridge three miles away, bringing four weekends of intensive motorway works to a close.
The latest operation saw a 75-strong team install two 45m-long spans at Water Orton, completing all six viaduct crossings over the motorway.
How HS2 W]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bbv-pulls-off-mammoth-hs2-m42-bridge-treble/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bbv-pulls-off-mammoth-hs2-m42-bridge-treble/ The Sheffield-based property and land group swung from a £9.8m pre-tax profit a year ago as revenue tumbled 19% to £81m in the six months to June.
Net debt climbed to £133m from £108m at the end of 2025, driving gearing up from 26% to 33%.The group has agreed terms to increase its bank facility to &]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/henry-boot-loses-shine-as-first-half-loss-hits-63m/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 08:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/henry-boot-loses-shine-as-first-half-loss-hits-63m/ Fitzmaurice joins as chief commercial officer, bringing senior procurement and commercial experience from Manchester Airports Group and Mitie.
He will report directly to chief executive Paul McNerney and work closely with chief financial officer Andrew Page.His brief spans the steelwork giant’s commercial, procurement and estim]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/severfield-hires-airports-chief-for-commercial-shake-up/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/severfield-hires-airports-chief-for-commercial-shake-up/ The contractor has been appointed by Hurlington Capital to build two blocks at Bollo Yard, close to Acton Town station, following Gateway 2 approval from the Building Safety Regulator.
The development will provide 429 student beds in a 21-storey tower alongside 95 affordable homes in a separate block.The project has been unlocked by a £112m d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-starts-76m-west-london-tower-and-homes-scheme/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-starts-76m-west-london-tower-and-homes-scheme/ The design and build deal is rumoured to be worth more than £100m, up from the £80m estimate TfL put on the station upgrade when it went to market in June last year.
TfL has now confirmed its intention to award the contract, clearing the way for enabling works before the end of the year.
Modern]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-lined-up-for-100m-south-kensington-tube-revamp/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-lined-up-for-100m-south-kensington-tube-revamp/ Joseph Tuck, 24, had only been on the site for two weeks when he stepped backwards and fell through an opening intended for a staircase that had not yet been installed.
He was working as a temporary labourer for a scaffolding company in January 2024 at a site of four new domestic dwellings being constructed by Hillbeck Homes (Sowerby Bridge) Ltd]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/labourer-falls-through-unprotected-stairwell-opening/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 23:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/labourer-falls-through-unprotected-stairwell-opening/ The Nottingham-based contractor saw revenue fall 10% to £77m in 2025 after several major schemes were delayed by planning approvals.
But directors said the delayed jobs are now on site and contributing to a significantly improved performance in 2026.The anticipated rebound would see turnover jump by at least 30%, taking the business through the £1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/clegg-construction-targets-record-100m-turnover/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/clegg-construction-targets-record-100m-turnover/ Ewing joins from Sir Robert McAlpine where he has worked for the last 22 years culminating in his final role as Director of Operations.
In his new role Ewing will oversee the division’s portfolio of projects currently under delivery and will report to Vince Lydon, Managing Director for Construction Management and Specialist Projects, who joined McLaren from Mc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcalpine-operations-director-joins-mclaren/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcalpine-operations-director-joins-mclaren/ Work will convert the 10-storey, 80,000 sq ft former office called Phoenix House opposite Vauxhall Station into a 180-bedroom Premier Inn.
The conversion will utilise the building’s existing structure, replacing the former office floorplates with Premier Inn’s latest bedroom offer, including its popular Premier Plus rooms. Upgrades to the existing mezzanine]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/legendre-wins-vauxhall-premier-inn-contract/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/legendre-wins-vauxhall-premier-inn-contract/ The first contract covers 39 furnished and serviced homes, with a formal lease agreement expected to follow shortly.
The wider programme spans six sites across the Highlands, Moray and Aberdeenshire, providing accommodation for SSEN and its tier one contractors, including firms such as Balfour Beatty]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/springfield-seals-first-deal-to-house-scottish-grid-contractors/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/springfield-seals-first-deal-to-house-scottish-grid-contractors/ The firm was sold to its workers under an Employee Ownership Trust in 2020 and has now made all buyout payments without incurring debt.
Latest results for the year to March 31 2026 show pre-tax proft jumped to £1.73m from £871,000 last time as turnover rose to £50.5m from £38.9m.Baxall emphasised its contract selection procedure via early eng]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/baxall-boosts-profits-as-turnover-tops-50m/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/baxall-boosts-profits-as-turnover-tops-50m/ The scheme, which has an estimated construction value of around £65m, will deliver 280 co-living studios and 44 affordable homes across two buildings rising to 10 and seven storeys.
The project will complete the final plot of the Neptune Wharf masterplan at the corner of Wansbeck Road and Monier Road, creating a new gateway to Fish Island.Designed b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-gets-nod-for-65m-hackney-co-living-mid-rises/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-gets-nod-for-65m-hackney-co-living-mid-rises/ The job covers the Fuel Handling Plant and Site Ion Exchange Effluent Plant, where longstanding water ingress has damaged equipment and raised fears of operational shutdowns.
Sellafield first tendered the refurbishment in 2022 at an estimated £15.5m, warning that repeated patch repairs were no longer economically or operationally viable.Morgan S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-lands-35m-sellafield-roof-rescue/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-lands-35m-sellafield-roof-rescue/ The contractor’s £200m Daubeny Buildings scheme at Oxford Science Park was put on hold last October after the Ellison Institute of Technology acquired the site midway through construction and decided to overhaul the original Scott Brownrigg design.
Mace had been on the job since summer 2024 and had topped out two of the three b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-to-restart-200m-oxford-labs-job-after-design-rethink/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-to-restart-200m-oxford-labs-job-after-design-rethink/ Torsion Projects has filed a notice of intention to appoint an administrator.
The move comes after £78m turnover Torsion Construction went under in July owing £15m to suppliers.Latest filed accounts for Torsion Projects for the year to December 31 2024 show an annual turnover of £47m generating a pre-tax profit of £505,000.
The company specialises in the construction of care]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/torsion-projects-files-administration-notice/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/torsion-projects-files-administration-notice/ Sizewell C is bringing what was previously the former Hinkley Point C tunnel production site back into use, retaining existing infrastructure and drawing on the experience of teams that worked on the Somerset nuclear project.The expansion]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sizewell-c-gets-green-light-for-bristol-tunnel-segment-factory/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sizewell-c-gets-green-light-for-bristol-tunnel-segment-factory/ Wolverson spent 14 years at Willmott Dixon before leaving in 2024 to join Wates as Operations Director in the North East.
Anthony Dillon, Managing Director for Willmott Dixon in the North, said: “Mark knows this business and he knows this region. Fourteen years here, the most recent of them running operations in the North East, means he arrives understanding both our customers and our sup]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-director-rejoins-willmott-dixon/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-director-rejoins-willmott-dixon/ Peter Clifford was sentenced at Ipswich Crown Court this week following the fatality in Woodbridge in 2020.
Clifford went on the run for three months after failing to appear at an initial hearing in 2024.His company Hintonwood East Anglia Ltd also admitted health and safety charges.
Police were called on Tuesday 15 December 2020, to an ad]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/on-the-run-building-boss-jailed-for-site-death/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/on-the-run-building-boss-jailed-for-site-death/ The major remediation job will involve replacing the vast 16,000 sq m roof as Sky finally moves to resolve a problem dating back to the building’s original construction a decade ago.
The scale of the replacement presents a major engineering challenge, with extensive roof works and associated plant reinstatement.
Desc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcalpine-tipped-for-150m-sky-hq-re-roofing-job/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcalpine-tipped-for-150m-sky-hq-re-roofing-job/ The deal will see Daiwa acquire its minority holding from Apollo-managed funds, which will retain control of the business.
The purchase price has not been disclosed.
Miller Homes is targeting a 40% increase in annual housing output from its present rate of 5,000 homes, supported by the financial backing and expertise of its two global in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/japanese-building-giant-takes-30-stake-in-miller-homes/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/japanese-building-giant-takes-30-stake-in-miller-homes/ The Cardiff-based social housing repairs and maintenance specialist reported statutory turnover up 65% to £239m in the year to February 2026, driven by organic growth and seven acquisitions.
Reported operating profit more than doubled from £6m to £14m, lifting the operating margin from 4.3% to 5.8%.
But the present scale o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cardo-builds-314m-maintenance-giant-in-takeover-blitz/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cardo-builds-314m-maintenance-giant-in-takeover-blitz/ The third-generation framework will run for four years, with an option to extend for another two, covering public sector building projects across the region.
Acivico, owned by Birmingham City Council, is leading procurement alongside Solihull and Sandwell councils.Six major works contractors have been selected for the £1.3bn top lot, with Galliford Try, Morgan Sin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/midlands-3bn-framework-winners-named-after-36-firm-bid-battle/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/midlands-3bn-framework-winners-named-after-36-firm-bid-battle/ Balfour Beatty/Morrison Construction JV, Graham, Hochtief, Kier and Wills Bros have been invited to submit final tenders for places on the framework covering the remaining 58 miles of the Perth to Inverness upgrade.
All five are bidding across the two value lots, with Transport Scotland aiming to appoint its framework partners before the end of the year.
Lot 1 covers thr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/five-firms-in-final-showdown-for-194bn-a9-roads-haul/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/five-firms-in-final-showdown-for-194bn-a9-roads-haul/ Turnover across the business was up to £1,931m from £1,875m as pre-tax profits jumped 25% to £55m.
A boom in the roads market saw three major highways schemes delivered, which offset a flatter period in water spending due to the AMP7/AMP8 transition.The infrastructure division saw turnover up to £972m from £903m making it now bigger than the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/road-building-drives-strong-results-at-galliford-try/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/road-building-drives-strong-results-at-galliford-try/ The dispute centres on Coventry & Warwickshire Development Partnership’s 215-acre SEGRO Park development, where Buckingham was engaged to excavate, treat and reposition around 5 million cu m of material to form an environmental bund.
Avison Young was appointed as NEC project manager]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/avison-young-loses-87m-battle-over-buckingham-overpayments/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/avison-young-loses-87m-battle-over-buckingham-overpayments/ Gorski joins the Rugby-based contractor after 20 years at Lendlease, where he most recently served as European managing director of its construction business, now renamed Bovis.
He brings more than 30 years of experience spanning defence, justice, healthcare and major government construction programmes.His appointment comes as Step]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/stepnell-hires-former-lendlease-construction-boss-to-drive-expansion/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/stepnell-hires-former-lendlease-construction-boss-to-drive-expansion/ Gorski joins the Rugby-based contractor after 20 years at Lendlease, where he most recently served as European managing director of its construction business, Bovis.
He brings more than 30 years of experience spanning defence, justice, healthcare and major government construction programmes.His appointment comes as Stepnell gears up fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/stepnell-hires-former-bovis-boss-to-drive-expansion/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/stepnell-hires-former-bovis-boss-to-drive-expansion/ A £50m MEP package is now out to tender, while a £16m demolition and structures deal is due to follow on 21 September.
The contracts are among the first major trade packages to be let under construction manager Blue Sky Building, which beat Bovis, McLaren and Sir Robert McAlpine to steer delivery of the landmark ren]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/66m-london-barbican-centre-trade-package-race-kicks-off/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/66m-london-barbican-centre-trade-package-race-kicks-off/ The independent contractor jumped from third to first after lifting turnover 18% to £707m, knocking last year’s leader TClarke down to third.
EDF-owned Dalkia held second place with turnover up 8% to £656m, just £1m ahead of TClarke on £655m.
Wates-owned SES completed the breakaway pack after revenue surged 27% to £590m.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mampe-super-league-emerges-as-ng-bailey-takes-top-spot/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mampe-super-league-emerges-as-ng-bailey-takes-top-spot/ The group booked £103m of additional building safety costs during the year to June 2026, including £42m of general cost increases and £61m relating to two developments.
One involves four buildings completed in 2002 in its Southern region, where further fire safety defects have been identified.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barratt-redrow-hit-by-fresh-97m-legacy-building-defects-bill/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barratt-redrow-hit-by-fresh-97m-legacy-building-defects-bill/ The contractor will spend five years building the 5km scheme, with construction due to start in 2027.
The Environment Agency project will carve out a new stream and wetland corridor to the west of Oxford city centre, running from north of Botley Road to Kennington before rejoining the River Thames.Work will include lowering parts of the floodplain and building new flood walls, embankments, culverts, brid]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-wins-220m-oxford-5km-flood-defence-job/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-wins-220m-oxford-5km-flood-defence-job/ Bovis, Galliford Try, Morgan Sindall, Careys, Sir Robert McAlpine, Wates and Winvic are among 23 firms appointed to support delivery of the Universal United Kingdom Resort.
Universal has not yet revealed individual package scopes or contract values.
The appointments give the clearest picture yet of the delivery team assembling around one of the UK&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/universal-names-first-contractors-for-5bn-bedford-theme-park/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/universal-names-first-contractors-for-5bn-bedford-theme-park/ The airport has also launched a new Infrastructure Skills Council to examine how major UK projects can help tackle the growing number of young people not in education, employment or training.
Nearly one million young people are currently classed as NEET.The council will bring together contractors, employers, trade unions, colleges and training providers to id]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/heathrow-third-runway-targets-neet-crisis-with-5000-youth-places/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/heathrow-third-runway-targets-neet-crisis-with-5000-youth-places/ The group posted a £2.7m pre-tax loss for the year to June 2026 against a £20.5m profit last time despite revenue jumping 12% to £410m.
The biggest hit was a £7.1m provision to fix roads and other infrastructure on completed developments so they can finally be adopted by local authorities.Gleeson also boo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gleeson-falls-into-red-after-14m-clean-up-hit/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gleeson-falls-into-red-after-14m-clean-up-hit/ The move will see no new investment in new property development from next year.
Kier said the “process will be managed in a controlled way to balance timing and value, with capital to be realised in line with existing development schedules.”The property business generated revenue of £63m in the year to June 30 2026 with construction currently in progress on seven schemes.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-to-pull-out-of-property-investment/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-to-pull-out-of-property-investment/ Wild told watchdog MPs yesterday that talks with Balfour Beatty Vinci and Skanska Costain Strabag JVs should be wrapped up within the next two months, clearing one of the biggest hurdles in the troubled project’s wider reset.
BBV is delivering 90km of route through the West Midlands, while SCS is building th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-closes-in-on-final-two-civils-contract-resets/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-closes-in-on-final-two-civils-contract-resets/ Manchester and Liverpool are being targeted by HMRC in a bid to prevent the fraud which sees criminal groups run payroll or umbrella companies that sit in the supply chain between the worker and the construction site they work on.
These groups deduct tax, National Insurance and Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) contributions from workers&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hmrc-issues-warning-over-construction-payslip-fraud/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hmrc-issues-warning-over-construction-payslip-fraud/ More than 152 new prison places are currently under construction at the site led by modular construction specialist Reds10.
Two prisoners are working on the foundations for the project while inmates on temporary release are also working with Reds10 to help manufacture the cells offsite.The accommodation will be created from 181 modules, with more than 85% completed off-site.
M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/prisoners-help-build-new-modular-jail-cells/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/prisoners-help-build-new-modular-jail-cells/ Chetty joins as managing director, consulting, with a brief to drive growth and strengthen Bovis’ strategic advisory and programme delivery offer.
She spent seven years at Mace, most recently as major programme director.Chetty was previously regional executive director and before that spent more than six years as business unit director for Communities & Place, leading work acro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bovis-raids-mace-consult-for-consulting-chief/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bovis-raids-mace-consult-for-consulting-chief/ Studio Egret West has overhauled Rafael Viñoly’s original 15-year-old masterplan for the undeveloped half of the 42-acre riverside site.
The proposals will deliver a mix of housing, offices, shops, leisure and cultural space and nearly double the amount of development completed so far.Battersea Power Station before the proposed final build-out
Battersea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/battersea-power-station-plans-in-for-final-32m-sq-ft-build/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/battersea-power-station-plans-in-for-final-32m-sq-ft-build/ The Newbury-based firm employs more than 40 staff and specialises in affordable housing, education, care and commercial projects across London and the south of England.
Latest accounts reveal the business has been under growing cash and profitability pressure, while auditors also raised concerns over the valuation and profit recognition on several contracts.For t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/helix-construct-files-administration-notice/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/helix-construct-files-administration-notice/ The Civil Engineering Contractors Association is urging Government to mothball the A38 Derby Junctions and A46 Newark Bypass jobs rather than kill them off completely.
Ministers want to cut RIS3 capital spending over the first four years of the 2026-31 investment period, with the two enhancement schemes in the firing line and a further 2% squeeze proposed across othe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/road-builders-urge-rethink-over-428m-ris3-road-cuts/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/road-builders-urge-rethink-over-428m-ris3-road-cuts/ The site is Europe’s largest data centre hub and owner SEGRO is moving towards construction of the latest powered shell building providing 30,000 sq m of space across three floors of data halls and a roof level plant deck.
Planning permission is already in place via the Slough Trading Estate Simplified Planning Zone.The Enquirer understands Glencar has seen off competition from riva]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/glencar-set-for-latest-data-centre-on-giant-slough-site/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/glencar-set-for-latest-data-centre-on-giant-slough-site/ Bowmer + Kirkland is main contractor on the project for a partnership between Unite Students and Newcastle University to create 2,000 new purpose-built student bedrooms across the site
The bathroom solution uses Walker Modular’s one-piece seamless GRP construction, designed to reduce the number of joints and waterproof interfaces within the bat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/walker-modular-lands-2000-bathroom-pods-deal/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/walker-modular-lands-2000-bathroom-pods-deal/ The agreement sets out a staged affordable housing contribution worth up to £114m and comes more than two years after councillors backed the five-tower development.
Together the towers will deliver nearly 2,400 flats, including a 71-storey landmark that will become Manchester’s tallest building and the t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/renaker-strikes-s106-deal-for-next-five-manchester-towers/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/renaker-strikes-s106-deal-for-next-five-manchester-towers/ Lovell forged his turnaround reputation in construction after helping to save Costain from financial collapse in the 1990s.
As finance director and later chief executive, he eliminated net debt from a peak of £450m and returned five of Costain’s six divisions to above-budget profitability.He was drafted onto the Carillion board in November 2017 as a non-executi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/boardroom-fixer-alan-lovell-called-in-to-rescue-british-steel/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/boardroom-fixer-alan-lovell-called-in-to-rescue-british-steel/ The sharp fall in housing activity in July, dragged total new work down 0.4% with only infrastructure showing signs of growth.
A 0.8% rise in repair and maintenance, historically an erratic figure in the Government official data, was enough to offset most of the decline, leaving overall construction output just 0.1% higher in July.
But the wider three-month trend figures show]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/housing-activity-dives-5-in-july-as-construction-stagnates/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/housing-activity-dives-5-in-july-as-construction-stagnates/ The move helped the contractor post a strong set of results with pre-tax profits for the year to December 31 2025 up to £8m from £3.8m last time on turnover up to £374.3m from £323.3m.
The company also confirmed plans to open its eighth region in the South East this year.M&J Evans said it “has also taken its first steps into the utilities]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mampj-evans-moves-into-new-market-as-profits-jump/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mampj-evans-moves-into-new-market-as-profits-jump/ The house builder is urging Government to cap stamp duty at 1% for first-time buyers and downsizers and scrap the 5% surcharge on investors.
Berkeley said the present stamp duty land tax regime had become a “binding constraint” on the housing market since interest rates returned to more normal levels.It argues that reduced transaction levels are now]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/berkeley-calls-for-urgent-stamp-duty-reform-in-budget/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/berkeley-calls-for-urgent-stamp-duty-reform-in-budget/ This clears the way for construction to start next year on more than 1,000 homes and a major new commercial district beside the city’s railway station
City of York Council yesterday granted detailed consent for the opening phase of the 110-acre scheme being brought forward by McLaren Regeneration and Arlington Real Estate.The approved plans for phase 1C include 1,014]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-seals-go-ahead-for-2bn-york-central-scheme/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-seals-go-ahead-for-2bn-york-central-scheme/ The firm specialises in street lighting, traffic signs and signals, highway technology systems, fibre networks, electric vehicle infrastructure and independent connections.
MSF works regularly alongside civils contractor Octavius Infrastructure which was acquired by RSK last year.Founded and led by Managing Director Shaun Stacey, MSF employs 175 people across its Northamptonshire headquart]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rsk-buys-61m-turnover-highways-contractor-msf/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rsk-buys-61m-turnover-highways-contractor-msf/ Revenue jumped 38% to £1.22bn in the year to April 2026 while adjusted operating profit also climbed 38% to £136m as margin hit 12.6%.
Growth was not just acquisition driven. Excluding businesses bought during the last two years, organic revenue increased 25% as OCU benefited from rising investment across power, utilities a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ocu-smashes-through-1bn-revenue-barrier/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ocu-smashes-through-1bn-revenue-barrier/ Ealing Council’s cabinet has approved changes to the next stage of the long-running programme, paving the way for around 400 more homes at the West Ealing site.
Work on the final phase was paused in 2023 when contractor REAL entered administration.
Higgins Partnerships will now take responsibility for the remaining development work through a new arrange]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/higgins-cleared-to-restart-stalled-ealing-estate-rebuild/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/higgins-cleared-to-restart-stalled-ealing-estate-rebuild/ Salford City Council is preparing to award Seddon the main construction contract for 144 low-energy homes at Robert Hall Street in Ordsall.
The site forms the A2 phase of a wider 274-home development covering Robert Hall Street and West Park Street.
Vistry was appointed in spring 2024 to progress design]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/seddon-replaces-vistry-on-40m-salford-resi-scheme/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/seddon-replaces-vistry-on-40m-salford-resi-scheme/ The Enquirer understands that 39 people were made redundant at all levels from partner downwards.
One worker said: “This came completely out of the blue with people losing their jobs in London, Birmingham and Manchester.“It seems to us that jobs were cut almost at random to meet a quota and it has created a lot of unease and unrest at the business.”
An RLB statement said:]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/consultant-rlb-cuts-staff-numbers/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/consultant-rlb-cuts-staff-numbers/ The tallest would rise to 69-storeys overshadowing the existing St Georges Wharf tower and will rank as the second tallest residential building in London.
Lambeth councillors have backed the vast Vauxhall Square scheme, paving the way for a total of seven buildings containing 1,097 homes, 1,164 co-living apartments and 699 student bedroom]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/2bn-london-vauxhall-square-tower-trio-approved/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/2bn-london-vauxhall-square-tower-trio-approved/ Major contractors securing places include Wates Property Services, Mears, Equans Regeneration, Axis Europe, Ian Williams, Cardo and UI Social Infrastructure.
The four-year Responsive Repairs & Void Property Framework will be available to participating public bodies across the UK from 1 October.Forty-two firms have made the line-up for the Liverpool-based procurement body’s bigg]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/80-firms-win-places-on-350m-fusion21-repairs-framework-renewal/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/80-firms-win-places-on-350m-fusion21-repairs-framework-renewal/ Gheorghita Arsene, 33, died in in June 2020 when a 10ft deep trench collapsed on top of him, covering him in two tonnes of soil soil. He had been working on a site where an old care home was being demolished to make way for a new purpose-built home.
Following a three-month trial at the Central Criminal Court in London, principal contractor Appledorn Dev]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-died-under-two-tonnes-of-soil-in-trench-collapse/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-died-under-two-tonnes-of-soil-in-trench-collapse/ The water and energy sectors were the star performers as Clancy reported a pre-tax profit of £31.7m for the year to March 29 2026 from £28m last time as turnover jumped to £498m from £429.6m.
The firm saw its forward order book hit £2.8bn with the strong pipeline and a net cash position of £58m supporting reinvestment across the business.The new Clancy]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/infrastructure-demand-helps-clancy-to-record-results/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/infrastructure-demand-helps-clancy-to-record-results/ Fossey will join the global façade specialist on 28 September as it targets its next phase of international growth.
He spent nine years at specialist engineering contractor McGee, joining as operations director in 2017 before becoming group managing director in 2019.During his time at McGee, Fossey helped oversee its move from a traditional demolition and groundworks subcontractor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcgee-boss-fossey-takes-top-job-at-permasteelisa/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 10:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcgee-boss-fossey-takes-top-job-at-permasteelisa/ Berkeley Group subsidiary St William is preparing the massive clean-up operation across the derelict east London site ahead of the first homes getting underway.
The hybrid masterplan was called in by City Hall in April after Newham Council approved the first phase last year.Mayoral approval]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-mayor-backs-3000-home-beckton-gasworks-regeneration/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-mayor-backs-3000-home-beckton-gasworks-regeneration/ ICE said a major review of the costs and benefits of climate adaptation could have the same impact on resilience policy as the Stern Review had on cutting carbon emissions.
The call is the central recommendation in its new report published this morning, Making resilience count: The economic value of climate]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/1bn-heatwave-hit-sparks-resilience-spending-call/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/1bn-heatwave-hit-sparks-resilience-spending-call/ The huge debt owed to subcontractors came despite the efforts of Torsion bosses to minimise the impact on suppliers by organising direct payments to subbies by clients as the company’s money troubles grew.
An update for creditors from administrator Interpath said: “Given the company’s deteriorating cash position, the company agreed to introduce direct payment arrangem]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/torsion-construction-went-down-owing-suppliers-15m/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/torsion-construction-went-down-owing-suppliers-15m/ US hotel giant MCR is proposing to overhaul the Grade II-listed Fitzrovia tower, its podium and adjoining Howland Building, retaining 78% of the existing structures by volume.
Orms Architects is leading the design after taking over the project from Heatherwick Studio, which was originally appointed following MCR’s £275m purchase of the tower from BT Group in 2024.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plan-lodged-to-turn-bt-tower-into-400-room-hotel/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plan-lodged-to-turn-bt-tower-into-400-room-hotel/ The Cynon Gateway North scheme will create a new 1.2km road between the A4059 Aberdare Bypass and the A465 Heads of the Valleys Road at Croesbychan.
The council is progressing procurement for a design-and-build contractor, with an appointment expected during 2027 before detailed design work gets underway.The route will run through land between Llwydcoed and Penywaun, ar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractor-hunt-for-50m-south-wales-link-road/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractor-hunt-for-50m-south-wales-link-road/ The proposed Choice-led Shared Ownership scheme would allow eligible first-time buyers to select any qualifying new-build home rather than being restricted to homes specifically designated for shared ownership.
Buyers would purchase at least 60% of the property using a conventional mortgage and pay rent of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-pitches-plan-to-unlock-30000-homes-a-year/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-pitches-plan-to-unlock-30000-homes-a-year/ The Preston-based contractor has signed the deal with Wigan Council to relocate Hope School and College to the Central Park site on Montrose Avenue.
The award ranks among Conlon’s biggest school jobs to date.Hope School caters for children and young people with severe learning difficulties and profound and complex physical and medical needs from across the borough.
Conl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/conlon-lands-18m-wigan-send-school/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/conlon-lands-18m-wigan-send-school/ The latest investment on the East Coast Main Line will see security company Vital carry out targeted patrols at key locations along the route, which connects London King’s Cross with Scotland via Peterborough, Doncaster, York, Darlington and Newcastle.
By disrupting potential offenders before they strike, the initiative aims to reduce delays and disruption for passengers and freight operato]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/security-patrols-stepped-up-to-fight-cable-theft/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/security-patrols-stepped-up-to-fight-cable-theft/ The group, formed through the merger of Pobl Group and Linc Cymru, is the largest housing, care and support provider in Wales and has almost 26,000 homes under ownership or management.
Its new framework will appoint principal contractors across several lots covering new-build housing, sheltered and supported accommodation and refurbishment]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wales-housing-giant-to-start-race-for-750m-contractor-deal/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wales-housing-giant-to-start-race-for-750m-contractor-deal/ Architect Morris + Company has designed the 45-storey building for the site at 231-235 Southwark Bridge Road, which would become one of Europe’s tallest purpose-built student accommodation towers.
The scheme will replace existing buildings with the landmark tower while retaining and restoring two locally listed townhouses. A disused single-storey taxi office will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-lodged-for-one-of-europes-tallest-student-towers/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-lodged-for-one-of-europes-tallest-student-towers/ The scope covers purlins, roof and soffit support elements, edge details, roof walkways and brackets for guttering and rainwater chutes.
Adam Holliday, Senior Structural Engineer at Perega, said: “This is a much bigger project than anything we’d typically take on in secondary steelwork.“The end bays have their own uni]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/severfield-and-perega-to-complete-hs2-station-roof/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/severfield-and-perega-to-complete-hs2-station-roof/ Guy’s & St Thomas’ Foundation has appointed the firm as its development partner on the 5.5-acre scheme, with half of the homes to be affordable.
Work on the residential element is expected to start in spring 2027, subject to final regulatory approvals.
Royal Street already has planning permission for a major mixed-use redevelopment opposite St Thomas’ Hospital, including]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-square-lands-homes-role-on-major-waterloo-scheme/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-square-lands-homes-role-on-major-waterloo-scheme/ The City Council is pressing ahead with the redevelopment of Broomfield South Specialist Inclusive Learning Centre in Belle Isle, which will provide 100 extra places for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
Tilbury Douglas Construction has been selected to deliver the scheme, which will see part of the existing school on Broom Place demolished and replaced by a three-storey teaching]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tilbury-douglas-gets-green-light-for-30m-leeds-send-school/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tilbury-douglas-gets-green-light-for-30m-leeds-send-school/ Business secretary Jonathan Reynolds is vowing to slash “nonsensical” rules which see firms of all sizes forced to produce reams of paperwork for company reports and accounts.
He said: “No-one goes into business to fill out forms. For years, hardworking firms in this country have been weighed down by pen-pushing paperwork and frustrating costs, tickin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-to-slash-paperwork-for-company-reports/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-to-slash-paperwork-for-company-reports/ The firm is due to start main construction in the fourth quarter following demolition of the existing 1950s building by Erith Contractors.WilkinsonEyre has designed the replacement building as two nested forms on the prominent site between New Fetter Lane and St Andrew Street.
The redevelopment will roughly double the floorspac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaughlin-amp-harvey-lands-pound70m-holborn-circus-office-job/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaughlin-amp-harvey-lands-pound70m-holborn-circus-office-job/ Latest BSR figures show 1,654 Gateway 2 applications are now live, an increase of more than 100 in a single month. The regulator said it would closely monitor whether the rise continues.
The spike comes ahead of the new Building Safety Levy taking effect on 1 October, which BSR believes may be encouraging developers to get applications into the system early.New-bui]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/building-safety-gateway-2-applications-soar-in-august/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/building-safety-gateway-2-applications-soar-in-august/ Latest BSR figures show 1,654 Gateway 2 applications are now live, an increase of more than 100 in a single month. The regulator said it would closely monitor whether the rise continues.
The spike comes ahead of the new Building Safety Levy taking effect on 1 October, which BSR believes may be encouraging developers to get applications into the system early.New-bui]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/building-safety-gateway-2-applications-soar-as-levy-looms/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/building-safety-gateway-2-applications-soar-as-levy-looms/ The contractor’s bumper month was led by a £260m upgrade of Thames Water’s Maple Lodge Sewage Treatment Works near Rickmansworth in Hertfordshire.
Kier’s building arm also landed a £100m West End office project for developer Derwent and a £52m rebuild of St Clare’s school in Essex.
Multiplex came in second after confirmin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-storms-august-contracts-league-with-530m-haul/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-storms-august-contracts-league-with-530m-haul/ Buyers reported below the neutral 50.0 value for the twentieth successive month amid subdued demand conditions and a reduction in new projects – particularly house building starts.
All three sub-sectors recorded a reduction in construction activity during August, but housing was the only category to register a faster pac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/housing-slump-sees-output-fall-at-faster-pace-in-august/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/housing-slump-sees-output-fall-at-faster-pace-in-august/ The collapse comes after creditor ACS Stainless Steel Fixings lodged a winding-up petition against Harlequin, which had been due to be heard at the High Court in Leeds on 8 September.
Marco Piacquadio and Alan Coleman of FTS Recovery have now been appointed administrators.Harlequin was founded in 2011 and grew into a sizeable brickwork, masonry and scaffolding specialist oper]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ascot-brickwork-specialist-harlequin-falls-into-administration/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ascot-brickwork-specialist-harlequin-falls-into-administration/ The approval allows the companies to continue trading while repaying creditors under agreed terms following the collapse of Ardmore’s main contracting businesses in June.
Crucially, the CVAs also pave the way for chairman Cormac Byrne to launch an appeal against the High Court’s landmark Building Liability Order ruling and challenge the extent to wh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/creditors-back-ardmore-cva-rescue-plan/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/creditors-back-ardmore-cva-rescue-plan/ Robertson Construction has landed the biggest share of the programme, with a contract allocation worth up to £120m.
Caddick Construction has secured a £66m allocation while Durham-based Esh Construction has been awarded up to £22m.The open framework will be used to appoint principal contractors to build extra care facilities a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/trio-win-208m-karbon-homes-extra-care-framework/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/trio-win-208m-karbon-homes-extra-care-framework/ Darlington based Hughes Bros specialises in earthworks and site preparation for new build housing schemes.
Latest results for the firm for the year to November 30 2025 show a turnover of £34.7m generating a pre-tax profit of £690,000.Applebridge has also acquired Hughes Bros’ sister company JIG Drainage.
Both businesses will continue to operate under their existing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/applebridge-buys-housing-civils-contractor-hughes-bros/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/applebridge-buys-housing-civils-contractor-hughes-bros/ Derby City Council’s planning committee has agreed that conditions attached to the demolition consent have now been satisfied, paving the way for site preparation and clearance work in early 2027.
The conditions required the council to have a developer under contract and approved redevelopment plans i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/demolition-go-ahead-for-derby-city-centre-regeneration/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/demolition-go-ahead-for-derby-city-centre-regeneration/ Airport owner Luton Rising has brought in the consultants to provide programme, project, cost and commercial management services as the major expansion moves into its delivery phase.
The team will establish the programme schedule, systems, controls and decision-making framework for the phased growth plan, which will increase airport capacity to 32 million]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-and-arcadis-land-lead-role-on-25bn-luton-airport-expansion/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-and-arcadis-land-lead-role-on-25bn-luton-airport-expansion/ Construction of the steel frames is set to start later this month on the two high-specification warehouse distribution units totaling 772,340 sq ft.
McLaren’s contract also includes the delivery of hardstanding, service yards, car parking, landscaping, mains services and drainage across the site.Gary Cramp, Managing Director at McLaren Construct]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-starts-on-industrial-site-at-hinckley/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-starts-on-industrial-site-at-hinckley/ The group had previously guided to EBIT profit of between £5m and £10m for the year.
It has also cut its completions forecast to 1,350-1,400 homes from 1,400-1,500 as affordability pressures and competitive pricing continue to hit sales.The warning came as Crest revealed talks with lenders over amendments to its banking co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/crest-nicholson-issues-profit-warning-as-lender-talks-slip/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/crest-nicholson-issues-profit-warning-as-lender-talks-slip/ Galliford Try’s Environment business will deliver the River Mease Improvement project, including a 23km pipeline carrying treated flows from Packington and Measham sewage treatment works towards the River Tame, near Elford, Staffordshire
The scheme is being driven by Water Industry National Environment Programme requirem]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/galliford-try-wins-110m-leicestershire-pipeline-job/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/galliford-try-wins-110m-leicestershire-pipeline-job/ Exceptional costs of £9.6m hit the bottom line as adjusted pre-tax profits edged up to £8.2m from £7.8m.
Restructuring moves to adjust to a subdued market included the closure of ten branches this summer and consolidating two recycling plants into one.R]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/restructuring-costs-see-eurocell-make-a-loss/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 08:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/restructuring-costs-see-eurocell-make-a-loss/ QualiT is designed to improve quality across the construction lifecycle — helping teams prevent defects, reduce rework and deliver projects to the highest standard every time, first time.
The digital quality tool combines AI with HI (Human Intelligence) — turning frontline knowledge into consistent, high-quality delivery.
Duane McCreadie, Founder and Director of QualiT, has over 20 years experi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-app-sees-ai-and-humans-work-together-on-construction-quality/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-app-sees-ai-and-humans-work-together-on-construction-quality/ The homes will be delivered by Battersea Power Station Development Company in partnership with Wandsworth Council on an undeveloped brownfield plot within Phase 5 of the 42-acre masterplan.
All 200 homes will be operated by the council, with properties including family housing available at social rent levels under its Homes for Wandsworth programme.
Construction is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-200-council-homes-at-battersea-power-station/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-200-council-homes-at-battersea-power-station/ The Building Safety Regulator has cleared the first phase of the 2,302-bed student accommodation scheme, allowing structural groundworks to get underway following completion of demolition.
The project will replace Manchester Met’s former 770-bed Cambridge Halls complex with a series of buildings rising to 30 storeys.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-gets-gateway-2-ok-for-manchester-student-scheme/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-gets-gateway-2-ok-for-manchester-student-scheme/ The Building Safety Regulator has cleared the first phase of the 2,302-bed student accommodation scheme, allowing structural groundworks to get underway following completion of demolition.
The project will replace Manchester Met’s former 770-bed Cambridge Halls complex with a series of buildings rising to 30 storeys.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-gets-gateway-2-ok-for-286m-manchester-student-scheme/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-gets-gateway-2-ok-for-286m-manchester-student-scheme/ The trio beat competition from 13 other firms for the £20m civils package covering highway and road construction work across the borough.
Eric Wright Civil Engineering, PP O’Connor, Bethell Construction, Casey and JJ O’Grady were among the unsuccessful bidders for the civil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/blackburn-picks-firms-for-50m-highways-framework/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/blackburn-picks-firms-for-50m-highways-framework/ Turnover fell to £83m in the year to December 2025 from £119m previously, but improved project performance saw the business post a £3.3m pre-tax profit against a £1.2m loss in 2024.
Operating profit recovered to £3.1m from a £1.2m loss, giving the contractor an operating margin of aroun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cfield-returns-to-profit-after-legacy-jobs-cleared/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cfield-returns-to-profit-after-legacy-jobs-cleared/ The original Saltley Viaduct, which spanned a 183‑metre section of the B4114, closed to vehicles and pedestrians in May 2026.  It was then demolished so that a new, taller structure could be built in its place, allowing high speed trains to safely pass below.
The replacement]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/first-section-of-latest-hs2-viaduct-installed/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/first-section-of-latest-hs2-viaduct-installed/ Loxton joins from management consultant McKinsey & Company where she spent more than a decade advising major industrial and infrastructure businesses on strategy, transformation and growth.
She was a partner at McKinsey, most recently leading the UK Advanced Industries and Transport & Infrastructure practices.
Earlier in her career, Loxton was a Senior Policy Advisor in the UK Government’s Prim]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-appoints-management-consultant-to-lead-strategy/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-appoints-management-consultant-to-lead-strategy/ The contractor is carrying out the major refurbishment and restoration of the Grade II* listed 66 Portland Place building in Westminster, with completion due in September 2027.
The Portland Place scheme will act as a pilot project for the Net Zero Carbon Building Standard and involves a major upgrade of the building fabric and services.Gilbert-Ash is stripping]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gilbert-ash-confirms-40m-riba-hq-revamp-deal/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gilbert-ash-confirms-40m-riba-hq-revamp-deal/ The Ministry of Justice has now signed off the package for the 1,700-place category C jail near Leyland, clearing the way for early works ahead of completion targeted in 2031.
The scheme, presently known as HMP Garth 2, will provide around 74,500 sq m of accommodation across seven four-storey house blocks, each holding about 245 prisoners.Init]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/laing-orourke-to-start-400m-lancashire-prison-job/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/laing-orourke-to-start-400m-lancashire-prison-job/ Turnover at the Gloucestershire-based group rose 15% to £118m in the year to December 2025 from £103m, while pre-tax profit fell to £3.3m from £5.1m.
Operating profit dropped to £2.7m from £4.7m, cutting operating margin to 2.3% from 4.5%.Despite the squeeze, Barnwood doubled its annual contribution to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barnwood-warns-of-tougher-market-after-profit-fall/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barnwood-warns-of-tougher-market-after-profit-fall/ Slate Island Developments Ltd has applied to Inverclyde Council for the development at Spango Valley, off Inverkip Road.
IBM opened its Spango Valley operation on the site in 1954 and the facility closed in 2017 with buildings being demolished in 2020.Slate Island Developments is now seeking to regenerate part of the former technology and industrial site for modern digital infras]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/data-centre-plan-unveiled-for-former-ibm-site/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/data-centre-plan-unveiled-for-former-ibm-site/ The sales slump has forced the manufacturer to juggle factory output to meet decreased demand including the complete closure of its Charnwood site in Leicestershire with the loss of 30 jobs.
Things are unlikely to improve anytime soon following a “long trough” in construction activity.Chief Executive Officer Ryan Mahoney said: “The lack of posit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/brick-maker-battles-long-trough-in-construction/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/brick-maker-battles-long-trough-in-construction/ Amey, CBRE, Equans, Kier, Mitie, OCS, Serco, Skanska, Sodexo, Vinci Facilities and Wates are among 18 firms appointed to the top Total Facilities Management lot covering individual contracts worth more than £15m a year.
The other winners on the highest value work lot are Compass, Dalkia, G4S Facilities Management, ISS, JLL, Robertson F]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-names-line-up-for-120bn-fm-framework/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-names-line-up-for-120bn-fm-framework/ Over 60 firms on the existing civils framework now face a fight to retain places on the four year deal with invitations to tender due out on 5 October.
Carmarthenshire County Council is leading the procurement with Ceredigion, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire and Swansea councils.Natural Resources Wales, Powys County Council and compan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bidding-set-to-start-for-800m-south-wales-civils-framework/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bidding-set-to-start-for-800m-south-wales-civils-framework/ The project will bring  together Sky’s existing operations into a modern workplace for around 3,000 employees.
It will replace four existing buildings at Kirkton Campus and leased space on the Alba Campus, creating a new site spanning 15 acres.Chris MacLeod, regional director at GRAHAM Building North, said:“Sky&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-to-build-sky-livingston-campus/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-to-build-sky-livingston-campus/ The London residential specialist reported pre-tax profit of £10.4m for the year to March 2026 on turnover of £346m.
Its prior year accounts covered 15 months following a change in year end. Pro-rating those figures to 12 months gives comparable pre-tax profit of £8.5m and turnover of ar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mount-anvil-profit-rises-24-as-jv-schemes-drive-earnings/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mount-anvil-profit-rises-24-as-jv-schemes-drive-earnings/ The start of Phase 1 of the scheme follows nine months of pre-construction works undertaken in close collaboration with developer Freshwater, which included the demolition of the existing 11-storey building and extensive enabling activities to prepare the site for the redevelopment.
Hunt’s latest package includes the constructi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/john-f-hunt-starts-basement-build-at-tenter-house/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/john-f-hunt-starts-basement-build-at-tenter-house/ The utility has switched strategy to combine the major civils and tunnelling works with construction of the advanced water treatment facility at Mogden sewage treatment works under a single main contract.
Thames Water said the switch to a single-contractor delivery model would simplify interfaces and strength]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/thames-water-to-retender-500m-teddington-river-abstraction-job/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/thames-water-to-retender-500m-teddington-river-abstraction-job/ Network Rail is bringing the vacant eight-storey building back into use to create a new city centre hub for rail industry staff alongside five floors of commercial office space.
The 108,576 sq ft building sits opposite the Aire Street entrance to Leeds City Station and was bought by Network Rail in 2024.The Department for Transport and Network Rail-funded scheme is being d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-starts-40m-leeds-rail-office-overhaul/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-starts-40m-leeds-rail-office-overhaul/ The move was confirmed in latest results for parent company Durkan Holdings Ltd following a period of the contracting operation being scaled down.
The company said: “Following more than 50 years operating in the contracting sector, Durkan has taken the strategic decision to withdraw from this activity.“This decision reflects the increasing legislative and regulatory burden in the sector which has dri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/durkan-quits-contracting/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/durkan-quits-contracting/ Dobson, who has built his career with Morgan Sindall in London, will lead the capital business alongside newly appointed regional commercial director Adam Allen.
The contractor has also expanded its Home Counties operation after a sustained period of growth, creating a new Northern Home Counties Ventures business headed by d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-names-new-london-construction-chief/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-names-new-london-construction-chief/ The 10-year strategic partnership, which can be extended for a further five years, will be used to accelerate affordable housing and regeneration projects rather than procuring a separate development partner for each scheme.
Hill was appointed following a year-long procurement process involving detailed dialogue]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hill-lands-15bn-lewisham-regeneration-partnership/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hill-lands-15bn-lewisham-regeneration-partnership/ The council is preparing to enter a pre construction services agreement with Wates in September, which has already taken over management and security of the site.
Ardmore was appointed in 2023 to deliver the final £197m phase of the Britannia Masterplan in Shoreditch, comprising 371 homes across four tower blocks.The scheme includes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-to-finish-ardmores-200m-britannia-resi-towers-job/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-to-finish-ardmores-200m-britannia-resi-towers-job/ Latest results for parent company Durkan Holdings Limited for the year ended 30 November 2025 show an increase in operating profit to £6.2m on a turnover of £142m.
But £18.6m of exceptional costs for fire remediation claims arising from legacy developments under the Building Safety Act saw Durkan make an overall net]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fire-safety-costs-see-durkan-record-another-loss/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fire-safety-costs-see-durkan-record-another-loss/ The developer has launched consultation on proposals that would bring together two hotels, purpose-built student accommodation, build-to-rent homes, offices, shops and leisure space on the prominent site next to Waterloo Station.PLP Architecture has drawn up the new]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hb-reavis-unveils-retrofit-rethink-for-stalled-waterloo-mega-scheme/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hb-reavis-unveils-retrofit-rethink-for-stalled-waterloo-mega-scheme/ Latest Government figures up to July show 2,146 of the 4,697 buildings being monitored have yet to start remediation work.
That means 46% of identified buildings have yet to start work, compared with 718 under way and 1,833 completed.The biggest challenge sits with the Cladding Saf]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/over-2000-unsafe-cladding-blocks-still-waiting-for-work-to-start/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/over-2000-unsafe-cladding-blocks-still-waiting-for-work-to-start/ The contractor will replace seven existing buildings, including 1960s blocks containing RAAC, with a new 10,000 sq m school on the existing Wessex Close site.
Early works started this summer ahead of foundation work getting underway in the autumn.Graham regional director Pat O’Hare said a new two and three-storey building would bring teaching, specialist learning and sports facilities und]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-lands-50m-basingstoke-school-rebuild/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-lands-50m-basingstoke-school-rebuild/ Park House is the second major scheme Bridgestone has secured through the framework, following the award of Chestergate in Stockport.
The scheme will create 90 new one- and two-bedroom specialist and affordable homes, compr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bridgestone-bags-18m-care-homes-deal/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bridgestone-bags-18m-care-homes-deal/ Housing secretary Angela Rayner and housing minister Matthew Pennycook have written to every council leader demanding authorities “scale up now” as the Government seeks to deliver the biggest council house building programme since the early 1980s.
Councils are being asked to review plans for increasing coun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rayner-tells-councils-to-find-sites-for-new-housing-push-and-funding/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rayner-tells-councils-to-find-sites-for-new-housing-push-and-funding/ Housing secretary Angela Rayner and housing minister Matthew Pennycook have written to every council leader demanding authorities “scale up now” as the Government seeks to deliver the biggest council house building programme since the early 1980s.
Councils are being asked to review plans for increasing coun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rayner-tells-councils-to-find-sites-for-new-homes-push/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rayner-tells-councils-to-find-sites-for-new-homes-push/ The scale of the firm’s debts was revealed in a Companies House update by administrators Marsal Europe LLP .
Devonshire Homes went into administration in June when most of the 44 staff were made redundant.The administration affects Devonshire Homes Limited only and does not extend to other Devonshire Homes-branded developments or associated companies.
Devonshire Hom]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/house-builder-went-down-owing-subcontractors-35m/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/house-builder-went-down-owing-subcontractors-35m/ The contractor is progressing design development, surveys, ground investigations, enabling works and site preparation at Blackburn Wastewater Treatment Works ahead of a decision on the main construction phase.
The scheme is being developed through United Utilities’ Enterprise delivery model, which brings together the water company’s o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-seals-29m-early-works-for-170m-blackburn-biogas-plant/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-seals-29m-early-works-for-170m-blackburn-biogas-plant/ Kier has been lined up for the larger £77m overhaul of RAAC-hit Stepney All Saints Church of England Secondary School in east London, while Tilbury Douglas has landed the £31m Cavendish School scheme in Eastbourne.
The Stepney All Saints project will involve the design and build and refurbishment of the existing 1,500-place secondary school and sixth fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-and-tilbury-douglas-win-108m-schools-double/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-and-tilbury-douglas-win-108m-schools-double/ King will replace Jim Ward, who recently retired, as regional director for Scotland on 17 September, bringing nearly 30 years of engineering, project management and construction leadership experience.
He joins from Robertson Construction Group, where he was executive technical director and a board member.At Robertson, King worked across the contractor’s eight re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bam-raids-robertson-for-new-scotland-regional-boss/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bam-raids-robertson-for-new-scotland-regional-boss/ Close Brothers Property Finance has agreed a £67.2m facility to support Draycott Group in delivering the 340-unit Build to Rent scheme which is set to be one of the tallest buildings in Wales.
The main tower crane is now in place at Harlech Court where Intelle Construction is main contractor and Stephenson RC Frames the frame contractor.Phil Hooper, CEO of Close Brothers Property Finance, sai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/finance-deal-agreed-for-30-storey-cardiff-tower/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/finance-deal-agreed-for-30-storey-cardiff-tower/ The Construction Works and Services Framework will cover England, Wales and Northern Ireland and is expected to run from 2027 to 2031, with the option of a further two-year extension.
SCAPE plans to appoint three delivery partners to each lot, giving public sector clients more choice when selecting contractors for individual projects.The l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scape-opens-bidding-for-8bn-construction-framework/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scape-opens-bidding-for-8bn-construction-framework/ The firm was among 33 strategic partners confirmed today by Homes England to help deliver the government’s new £39bn Social and Affordable Homes Programme (SAHP).
Most of the organisations on the list for the ten-year funding programme are housing associations and councils.Homes England Chief Executive Amy Rees said: “The strong de]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-to-receive-350m-in-homes-england-funding/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-to-receive-350m-in-homes-england-funding/ The invitation to tender has now gone out for the Maintenance and Response 2 framework, which will overhaul upkeep of England’s 4,500-mile strategic road network.
The new seven regions regime will replace the existing 10 maintenance contracts set up as they expire from July 2028. Current area contractors include Amey, Colas, Costa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/national-highways-fires-gun-on-8bn-roads-upkeep-deal/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/national-highways-fires-gun-on-8bn-roads-upkeep-deal/ The independent Hampshire-based firm saw revenue rise 17% to a record £136m in the year to March 2026 driving an uplift in profit to £5.6m from £3.9m.
Directors said the improvement in average operating margin to 4% reflected tighter project selection, strong delivery and disciplined commercial management.Coasts and ports, and energy were]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/energy-and-coastal-work-powers-knights-brown-growth/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/energy-and-coastal-work-powers-knights-brown-growth/ The contractors have been appointed under the DfE’s Construction Framework to take the schemes through early supplier involvement ahead of agreeing final design and build contracts.
The £89m combined figure is based on the DfE’s early-stage broad estimates, prior to designs being drawn up.T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/firms-named-to-advance-89m-trio-of-school-jobs/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 22:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/firms-named-to-advance-89m-trio-of-school-jobs/ Up to five contractors will be shortlisted to bid for the £80m highways project.
It will provide a new route around Llandeilo and Ffairfach to take through traffic away from the congested town centre and improve safety on the existing A483 corridor.A preferred route has already been identified and the project includes a new bridge of around 100m over the R]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-called-up-for-80m-llandeilo-bypass/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 22:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-called-up-for-80m-llandeilo-bypass/ The deal strengthens Cardo’s electrical, heating and retrofit capabilities and expands its reach across southern and central England.
Correct Contract Services employs more than 280 staff and provides compliance and energy services to more than 50,000 properties for local authorities and social housing landlords.The £30m turnover business was]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cardo-snaps-up-280-staff-compliance-specialist-ccs/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 22:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cardo-snaps-up-280-staff-compliance-specialist-ccs/ The new call-in regime will cover schemes of more than 150 homes, commercial projects above 15,000 sq m and buildings taller than 30m, roughly equivalent to ten storeys.
Under proposals due to be published next week, regional mayors will be able to take over strategically important applications and decide whether they should go ahead or be refu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/metro-mayors-given-power-to-override-councils-on-big-schemes/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/metro-mayors-given-power-to-override-councils-on-big-schemes/ Revenue jumped 15% to £671m in the year to 29 March 2026, driven by higher volumes on existing energy and water contracts alongside a string of new wins.
The Greater Manchester-based business also saw adjusted EBITDA surge 45% to £63m, with its adjusted EBITDA margin climbing to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/network-plus-margin-climbs-to-94-on-utilities-boom/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/network-plus-margin-climbs-to-94-on-utilities-boom/ The latest round of construction at Cressex Business Park will deliver 145,000 sq ft of space across five units.
Developed in partnership with Wrenbridge, High Wycombe X forms part of Railpen’s growing X portfolio, an industry-first branded collection of small and medium-sized industrial and logistics developments.Scheme are strategically located around the M25 and ot]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-high-wycombe-warehouse-scheme/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-high-wycombe-warehouse-scheme/ The Cambridge North Residential Quarter is being brought forward by blocwork, the joint venture between Network Rail property development company Platform4 and developer bloc.
Grainger has been lined up to forward fund the rental homes scheme and will operate and manage the homes once completed.Cambridge City Council and South Cambridgeshire District Council approved the proposals, clearing the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-425-rental-flats-cambridge-station-scheme/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-425-rental-flats-cambridge-station-scheme/ The original 1,800-home strip-site scheme stalled as rising construction costs and new building safety requirements hit viability.
Camden Council has now approved Landsec’s revised plan for the 14-acre Finchley Road site, allowing the developer to increase the height of several buildings and reduce affordable housing to restart development.The wider masterplan will s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/landsec-clears-reset-of-stalled-1bn-north-london-scheme/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/landsec-clears-reset-of-stalled-1bn-north-london-scheme/ Turnover at Winvic Group edged down 1% to £1.003bn in the year to January 2026 from last year’s peak with pre-tax profit also slipping to £30m from £32m. That pushed operating margin down to 2.5% from 2.8%.
Despite the softer result, Winvic said it was strongly placed to resume growth with a £1.68bn forward order book and 85% of forecast 2026/]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winvic-holds-1bn-turnover-despite-tougher-markets/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winvic-holds-1bn-turnover-despite-tougher-markets/ The supply chain hit is more contained than many had feared after firms tightened credit as concern grew over Ardmore’s exposure to major building safety claims.
Ardmore Construction Group entered administration on 11 June after Crest Nicholson secured a £14.99m adjudication decision over alleged fire safety defects at the 569-home Admiral]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cautious-subbies-contain-ardmore-losses-at-51m/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cautious-subbies-contain-ardmore-losses-at-51m/ The major residential push will bring affordable and market homes, student accommodation and co-living to the site between Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Westfield Stratford City.
Plans submitted to Newham Council also include a new park, shops and public paths to Stratford station.Subject to planning, construction is due to start in 2028 and run for around three year]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lendlease-lodges-2000-home-stratford-plan-finale/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lendlease-lodges-2000-home-stratford-plan-finale/ Lambkin joins after 13 years with B+K and will help Caddick build its regional operation as the firm targets the growing pipeline of high-rise residential projects.
His recent projects include Capital&Centric’s £60m Goods Yard build-to-rent scheme in Stoke-on-Trent and the £130m IQ Echo Street student accommodation development in Manc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/caddick-poaches-second-bampk-boss-for-east-midlands-push/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/caddick-poaches-second-bampk-boss-for-east-midlands-push/ The City Council is expected to sign off the enabling works deal next week to allow work to start immediately.
Officials said pressing ahead with this package would avoid delays of up to a year while the second-stage design and tender process continues.The council and development partner Capital&Centric split the project into two packages because]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-wins-enabling-deal-on-plymouth-civic-centre-retrofit/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-wins-enabling-deal-on-plymouth-civic-centre-retrofit/ The City Council is expected to sign off the enabling works deal next week to allow work to start immediately.
Officials said pressing ahead with this package would avoid delays of up to a year while the second-stage design and tender process continues.The council and development partner Capital&Centric split the project into two packages because]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-wins-enabling-deal-of-plymouth-civic-centre-retrofit/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-wins-enabling-deal-of-plymouth-civic-centre-retrofit/ The scale of the company’s debts was highlighted in an update at Companies House filed by administrators who took charge of the firm in July.
Curo also owed its 135 ex-employees £860,000 and HMRC nearly £3m in outstanding VAT, PAYE and National Insurance payments.Sister company Curo Interiors, which also went into administration in July, had debts of &p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/curo-construction-went-down-owing-supply-chain-21m/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/curo-construction-went-down-owing-supply-chain-21m/ Balfour Beatty Vinci has just pushed the first 170m section of the 700m-long Duddeston Junction Viaduct over two busy freight lines.
The move marks the start of a major engineering operation to span six live tracks, including three freight and three passenger lines.Work to complete the crossing is due to run until next summer, with the next launch phase over the passenger rail]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-starts-700m-final-birmingham-viaduct-launch/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-starts-700m-final-birmingham-viaduct-launch/ Emerging Forms by British artist Hugo Dalton gives a glimpse of how the revamped store will look after its transformation by main contractor Faithdean
The artwork was installed following completion of work to raise the original facade of the building.The finished project will also feature permanent artworks by the artist.
Dalton said: “For a few weeks t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scaffold-artwork-shrouds-faithdean-fenwick-store-site/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scaffold-artwork-shrouds-faithdean-fenwick-store-site/ Work on the project for pension scheme giant Railpen and developer Wrenbridge will start this month
The site is located next to the M25 and work will involve the demolition of existing small buildings followed by the design and construction of a 120,000 sq ft Grade A warehouse facility.Richard Brewer, Managing Director at Magrock, said: “The scheme represents a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/magrock-lands-south-mimms-industrial-scheme/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/magrock-lands-south-mimms-industrial-scheme/ The four-year deal will replace EEM’s existing framework when it expires in November and is expected to start in February 2027.
Up to 80 places are available across 10 lots covering major remediation works, fire safety consultancy and the supply and installation of fire doors.The two major works lots will cover external wall, façade and cladding re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bids-called-for-800m-fire-safety-framework-renewal/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bids-called-for-800m-fire-safety-framework-renewal/ The TRA launched a probe in December following an application by UK boom lift producer Niftylift Limited based in Milton Keynes.
It found evidence that boom lifts originating from China are being dumped and are causing injury to the UK market.The TRA has ecommended, and the UK Government agreed, that a provisional measure should be imposed, with an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/anti-dumping-tariffs-imposed-on-chinese-cherry-pickers/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/anti-dumping-tariffs-imposed-on-chinese-cherry-pickers/ Work starts this month on the phased redevelopment of the West Sussex school while the school remains fully operational.
The main element is a new 9,300 sq m three-storey teaching building on land south of the existing campus.Pupils and staff will move into the new block before existing buildings are demolished.
Bouygues will also refurbish t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bouygues-bags-64m-crawley-school-rebuild/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bouygues-bags-64m-crawley-school-rebuild/ Turnover at parent company OHOB Holdings dropped to £294m in the year to March 2026 from £367m previously.
But pre-tax profit rose 15% from £21.8m to £25.1m, while operating margin strengthened to 6.5% from 5.2%.
Directors said the result was boosted by successful final accoun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ohob-eyes-growth-as-residential-logjam-clears/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ohob-eyes-growth-as-residential-logjam-clears/ Parent company Sicon Limited saw pre-tax profits rise to €74.2m for the year ended 31 December 2025 from €58.1m last time despite turnover dipping to €2,624.3m from €2,752.1m.
In the UK turnover rose to €1,002.7m from €850.2m driven by wins across residential, commercial, infrastructure and specialist rail services.Sisk CEO, Paul Brown, said: “2]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/big-contract-wins-see-profits-surge-at-sisk-group/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/big-contract-wins-see-profits-surge-at-sisk-group/ The HSE took action against B&O Developers Ltd and Sanjay Swaminaryan after members of the public raised concerns about unsafe working practices during extension and refurbishment of what is now the Kings Cross Express Inn on Kings Cross Road.
In January 2024, concerned members of the public sent photographs to HSE showing people working on a roof at the site wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/public-raise-alarm-over-roof-work-at-london-hotel/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/public-raise-alarm-over-roof-work-at-london-hotel/ The light gauge steel frame specialist, established in 1992, operates from a 45,000 sq ft facility at Broadway Business Park in Chadderton.
The new factory and MMC Centre was 50% larger than Mansell’s previous facility and significantly increased capacity to manufacture panelised light gauge steel fram]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mansell-building-solutions-files-administration-notice/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mansell-building-solutions-files-administration-notice/ Powerday, London’s leading waste management and recycling service provider, announced the redevelopment earlier this year as part of its continued investment in recycling infrastructure. Once operational, the facility will become Power]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/powerday-on-track-with-new-recycling-centre/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/powerday-on-track-with-new-recycling-centre/ RestPod can now support engineers, supervisors, commissioning teams and specialist contractors on remote construction and infrastructure projects.
Wernick said RestPod is more than a temporary building with beds.
The self-contained cabins are designed with premium features, including ensuite shower rooms, integrated heating and LED lighting, USB charging points,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wernick-launches-restpods-so-staff-can-sleep-on-sites/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wernick-launches-restpods-so-staff-can-sleep-on-sites/ RestPod can now support engineers, supervisors, commissioning teams and specialist contractors on remote construction and infrastructure projects.
Wernick said RestPod is more than a temporary building with beds.
The self-contained cabins are designed with premium features, including ensuite shower rooms, integrated heating and LED lighting, USB charging points,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wernick-launches-restpods-so-builders-can-sleep-on-sites/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wernick-launches-restpods-so-builders-can-sleep-on-sites/ In June 2023, 49-year-old James Connolly was working as a lift supervisor on a large construction site in Ince, Ellesmere Port, where Michael Nixon was working as a telehandler operator.
On the morning of 11 June, whilst walking back to his work area from the welfare compound, Connolly was struck and reversed over by the tele]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lift-supervisor-killed-by-reversing-telehandler/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lift-supervisor-killed-by-reversing-telehandler/ The setback reversed the employee-owned groundwork and demolition firm’s previous-year £5.3m profit as turnover also fell 11% to £134m from £151m in the year to November 2025.
McGee said the exceptional bad debt masked a much stronger underlying performance, with EBITDA margin at 6.5% o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hotel-client-collapse-sends-mcgee-28m-into-red/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hotel-client-collapse-sends-mcgee-28m-into-red/ The developer said Seven Capital (Woodrow) Ltd is now acting as main contractor on the 462-home West Cromwell Road project, where construction had been temporarily halted by Ardmore’s collapse.
Seven Capital (Woodrow) is an existing SevenCapital group company incorporated in 2016 rather than a ne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/client-steps-in-to-restart-ardmore-500m-kensington-tower-job/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/client-steps-in-to-restart-ardmore-500m-kensington-tower-job/ Joint venture partners Ferrovial Construction and MWH Treatment have secured places on one contract, while VolkerFitzpatrick and VolkerStevin Infrastructure have secured the second spot on the framework.
The Major Projects Framework marks a significant change in how Anglian plans to deliver its largest capital schemes across AMP8 and be]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/two-jvs-bag-15bn-anglian-water-major-projects-deal/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/two-jvs-bag-15bn-anglian-water-major-projects-deal/ The move follows extensive pre-market engagement undertaken as part of the development of its forthcoming National Construction Work and Services Framework, which will be shortly going to tender.
Feedback from contractors, clients and wider stakeholders highlighted strong demand for a dedicated procurement solution focused specifically on defence.SCAPE has now developed a stand]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scape-launches-85bn-dedicated-defence-framework/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scape-launches-85bn-dedicated-defence-framework/ Mway serves National Highways and Tier 1 contractors throughout the UK’s Strategic Road Network delivering critical technology and engineering solutions.
The company employs 100 people and generates an annual turnover of £26m.Bouygues-owned Equans said the deal will expand its expertise in connected infrastructure, operational technology, and communications networks.
Mway’s comprehensive portfolio includ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/equans-acquires-highways-tech-specialist-mway/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/equans-acquires-highways-tech-specialist-mway/ More than 60 cases against operators have now been dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service after a test trial at Birmingham Magistrates Court involving two mobile crane operators and two drivers collapsed.
West Midlands Police alleged that cranes were travelling during prohibited periods, which in their view meant they were no longer operating lawfully under the relevant road transpo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/victory-for-mobile-crane-operators-in-police-row/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/victory-for-mobile-crane-operators-in-police-row/ The package forms part of Thames Water’s wider plan to upgrade more than 250 sewage treatment and sewer sites between 2025 and 2030.
Costain will split delivery into eastern and western regions, each led by a regional senior project manager.
Eastern sites cover Barkway, Brentwood, Long Reach, Little Hallingbury, North Weald and Standon.
The western programme includes Al]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-bags-150m-thames-water-wastewater-programme/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-bags-150m-thames-water-wastewater-programme/ Forsdyke will join Wates on 1 September and take charge of operational teams across all regions, with responsibility for performance across the UK construction business.
He will also lead the next phase of Wates Construction’s business optimisation programme.Forsdyke spent 23 years at Willmott Dixon, most recently serving as chief]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-hires-willmott-dixon-veteran-as-operations-director/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-hires-willmott-dixon-veteran-as-operations-director/ The first 35 machines will go under the hammer at the Euro Auctions Leeds sale from 19–22 August, offering buyers a selection of low-hour, manufacturer-maintained and serviced equipment.
Highlights include site dumpers from 3 to 9 tonnes, 15 CAT rollers, manlifts from Manitou, Skyjack and Genie, a late,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ashbrook-fleet-up-for-sale-after-18m-new-jcb-kit-order/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ashbrook-fleet-up-for-sale-after-18m-new-jcb-kit-order/ Work is expected to start in January 2027 on the new three-storey school, which will replace the existing sprawling campus hit by reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete problems.
Sheppard Robson has designed the replacement school for 1,350 pupils on the existing 36-acre site off Seal Road.The new building will be constructed alongside the current school before most of the existing estate is d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-cleared-to-rebuild-raac-hit-stockport-school/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-cleared-to-rebuild-raac-hit-stockport-school/ Construction is due to start by the end of this month with the development due to complete by the end of summer 2027.
Appointed by South Gloucestershire Council through the Southern Construction Framework, the health centre will provide a new home for Severn View Family Practice and Streamside Surgery.The development will provide a total]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/health-centre-win-for-morgan-sindall/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/health-centre-win-for-morgan-sindall/ Family run R.D. Jukes & Co was founded in 1968 and currently employs 29 people with a turnover of £6m.
The firm has extensive technical expertise across mains infrastructure, power  distribution and complex electrical systems, including standby power, UPS and IPS  solutions designed to support critical environments.The business also delivers]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/building-compliance-firm-ventro-buys-electrical-engineer/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/building-compliance-firm-ventro-buys-electrical-engineer/ The 2.72ha scheme will deliver houses and apartments around the site’s landmark 1930s Art Deco clock tower, with 35% of the homes affordable.
Architect Ayre Chamberlain Gaunt has designed the development to keep the locally listed tower as the centrepiece of the new neighbourhood.
Multi-storey wings either side will be demolished because of significan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lovell-to-start-first-phase-of-450-home-horsham-scheme/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lovell-to-start-first-phase-of-450-home-horsham-scheme/ The building contractor saw revenue edge up 5% to £395m last year from £376m as activity increased across live projects.
But pretax losses more than doubled from £32m to £76m, with the latest setback blamed on subcontractor performance, labour shortages and continuing building safety liabilities.Parent group support continued during the ye]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bouygues-uk-losses-top-200m-in-four-years/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bouygues-uk-losses-top-200m-in-four-years/ The Vinci-owned contractor is the only completely new entrant on the renewed framework, joining four incumbents on the main £48m resurfacing and reconstruction lot.
Taylor Woodrow Infrastructure will work alongside Cormac Contracting, E & JW Glendinning, Kennford Tarmacadam and Tarmac Trading when the framework starts in September.Devon highways partners r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taylor-woodrow-breaks-into-devon-roads-framework/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 07:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taylor-woodrow-breaks-into-devon-roads-framework/ The programme will strengthen the electricity transmission network between Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and North West London while creating enough capacity to connect five new data centres with a combined demand of 1GW.
Laing O’Rourke will deliver new and upgraded substations at Letchmore Heath, Elstree and St John’s Wood.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/laing-orourke-and-hmjv-lead-1bn-grid-upgrade-for-ai-boom/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/laing-orourke-and-hmjv-lead-1bn-grid-upgrade-for-ai-boom/ The Norwich-based firm said its order book for 2026 was “significantly stronger” and predicted turnover would climb again as delayed projects move onto site.
The privately-owned contractor saw group turnover fall 14% to £215m in the year to December 2025 while pre-tax profit slipped to £10.5m from £12.2m.The group nevertheless]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/r-g-carter-eyes-rebound-after-turnover-falls-to-215m/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/r-g-carter-eyes-rebound-after-turnover-falls-to-215m/ The focus will be on five schemes across the East of England to be built under the New Hospital Programme.The projects and main contractors are:North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust (Hinchingbrooke Hospital) – Kier Construction
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust – Skanska
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust – Morg]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/supply-chain-hunt-starts-for-hospital-construction-boom/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/supply-chain-hunt-starts-for-hospital-construction-boom/ The proposed investment vehicle will target residential-led and mixed-use schemes across the North of England, giving Forshaw access to institutional funding to accelerate its development pipeline.
The partners plan to establish a closed-ended fund worth up to £185m, with Forshaw taking responsibility for s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/manchester-developer-lands-185m-funding-boost/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/manchester-developer-lands-185m-funding-boost/ The Quayside scheme would transform the waterfront site with outlet retail, leisure, a hotel, homes and new public spaces.
Willmott Dixon is working with Great Yarmouth Borough Council and Rioja Estates on the long-running regeneration plan.The council has assembled the land and secured £20m from the Government’s Levelling Up Fund.At the heart of the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-joins-150m-great-yarmouth-waterfront-bid/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-joins-150m-great-yarmouth-waterfront-bid/ With tightening building safety requirements and growing programme demands, the system is designed to remove uncertainty from cavity tray installation while maintaining high standards of fire and moisture performance.
The new product is a next generation addition to the wide range of construction products offere]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-obex-cavity-tray-makes-installation-easier-for-contractors/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-obex-cavity-tray-makes-installation-easier-for-contractors/ The appointment builds on Kane’s long-standing relationship with Sisk and reflects growing demand for the company’s integrated approach to delivering complex quality led construction projects through digital engineering, offsite manufacturing and end-to-end project delivery.
Under the contract, Kane will deliver the full mechanical and electrical i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kane-group-lands-edgbaston-mep-deal-with-sisk/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kane-group-lands-edgbaston-mep-deal-with-sisk/ Corrigan joins from Willmott Dixon where he worked for nearly 13 years and ran the North east region.
He said: “This is a part of the world I know well and care deeply about. There’s huge potential for growth in both the North East and in Cumbria, not least because of the renewed focus from the top levels of government on rebalancing the UK economy and supporting t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-lures-north-east-director-from-willmott-dixon/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-lures-north-east-director-from-willmott-dixon/ The house builder, chaired by former Persimmon chief executive Jeff Fairburn, said the agreement with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) provided important liquidity support by spreading repayments for historic fire safety works over a number]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/avant-homes-seals-government-fire-safety-payment-deal/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/avant-homes-seals-government-fire-safety-payment-deal/ The firm has been in business for more than 60 years and is a familiar face on sites across the south of England.
The family-run business was established in 1964 by Pat Blencowe is run from a head office in Salisbury and two depots in Basingstoke and Eastleigh.Latest accounts for Blencowe for the year to June 30 2025 show the company employed 55 staff and had plant and equipmen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scaffolding-firm-blencowe-files-administration-notice/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scaffolding-firm-blencowe-files-administration-notice/ Alex Vaughan, Chief Executive Officer, said: “Costain is now at a key inflection point where the strength of our growing, resilient end markets, strategic positioning with our customers and high-quality forward work position is set to deliver growth in H2 26 and a step change in our financial performance in FY 27 and beyond.”
Latest results for six]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-predicts-step-change-in-financial-performance/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-predicts-step-change-in-financial-performance/ The Somerset firm, which employed more than 100 staff and delivered more than £43m of work since launching in 2019, has ceased trading with immediate effect.
Founder Jake Oaten announced the closure in a statement to staff, suppliers and clients, blaming the depressed housing market, rising costs, late]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/housing-groundworks-crisis-deepens-as-jao-ceases-trading/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/housing-groundworks-crisis-deepens-as-jao-ceases-trading/ Canary Wharf Group and building owner Qatar Investment Authority have submitted proposals to Tower Hamlets Council to overhaul the 45-storey tower at 8 Canada Square.
The cost of the ambitious project has not been revealed but could be somewhere £800m and £1bn.
Designed by architect Kohn Pedersen Fox, the retrofit-led]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-in-for-striking-hsbc-canary-wharf-tower-revamp/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-in-for-striking-hsbc-canary-wharf-tower-revamp/ The Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) served the notices in June after a formwork panel fell approximately 29 metres which left a worker with serious injuries at the site in Somerset.
ONR established that BYLOR JV, in its role as contractor, failed to ensure t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/formwork-panel-hits-hinkley-worker-after-falling-29-metres/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/formwork-panel-hits-hinkley-worker-after-falling-29-metres/ The firm, owned by US-based STO Building Group, saw turnover jump to a record £449m in 2025 from £157m a year earlier, while profitability was restored as pre-tax profit climbed to £12.6m from £1.7m.
Joint managing director Matt Blowers said growth was driven by strong demand across London’s legal, technology, financial services, media and professional services]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/structure-tone-revenue-almost-triples-to-record-449m/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/structure-tone-revenue-almost-triples-to-record-449m/ Balfour said it is focused on four strategic growth markets – UK energy transition and security, UK defence, UK transport and US buildings.
That strategy saw group turnover during the first half of 2026 hit £5,563m from £5,150m last time as pre-tax profits stayed steady at £129m from &po]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/focus-on-growing-markets-pays-off-for-balfour-beatty/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/focus-on-growing-markets-pays-off-for-balfour-beatty/ The senior hire comes as Hill presses ahead with a five-year growth plan to double annual turnover to £2.3bn by 2030.
Fitzgerald brings more than 35 years’ experience in construction and house building.He started his career with Willmott Dixon before joining Furlong Homes and later spending more than 20 years at Telford H]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hill-hires-former-telford-homes-boss/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hill-hires-former-telford-homes-boss/ The proposals, overseen by business recovery specialist BTG, cover Ardmore Group Holdings, Ardmore Group, Byrne Properties, Celebration Homes, Paddington Construction, Systemhaven and Byrne Estates (Kensal Green).
If approved by creditors, the CVAs will allow the companies to repay debts]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ardmore-directors-fight-to-save-property-firms-with-cva-plan/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ardmore-directors-fight-to-save-property-firms-with-cva-plan/ The private builder will deliver 75 affordable homes in a six-storey apartment block for regeneration specialist Muse and Oldham Council on the former car park beside the Mumps Metrolink stop.
The first phase forms part of the wider Prince’s Gate regeneration, creating a new residential gateway into the town centre.Designed to meet the Future Homes Standard, t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-kicks-off-oldham-town-centre-regen/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-kicks-off-oldham-town-centre-regen/ The contractor will carry out the retained façade redevelopment of Holden House on the corner of Oxford Street and Rathbone Place, creating 135,000 sq ft of commercial space opposite Tottenham Court Road Elizabeth line station.
The eight-storey scheme will provide 115,000 sq ft of Grade A offices alongside 20,000 sq ft of retail space fronting Oxford Street.The appointment f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-inks-second-derwent-london-office-scheme-for-99m/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-inks-second-derwent-london-office-scheme-for-99m/ The deal will see Phoenix’s CEO Lee Compton reinvest alongside H.I.G. and the company’s existing management team will remain in place.
Jim Arnold will join as Chairman, partnering with management and H.I.G. to support Phoenix’s next phase of growth.Arnold is a former CEO at M Group Services and director at Morrison Utility Services.
In its latest results Phoenix set its sights on a £400m tur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/investment-giant-acquires-phoenix-me/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/investment-giant-acquires-phoenix-me/ Revenue, including joint ventures, jumped nearly 20% to £2.9bn in 2025 after the French-owned group brought together Eurovia, Ringway, Taylor Woodrow, VINCI Building, VINCI Facilities and newly-acquired FM Conway under the VINCI Construction Holding UK struc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vinci-uk-profit-jumps-51-after-group-overhaul/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vinci-uk-profit-jumps-51-after-group-overhaul/ The house builder completed 9,695 homes in the year to 31 July, ahead of its previous guidance of 9,300 to 9,500 homes.Despite being one of the few volume builders to surpass completions targets chief executive Jason Honeyman urged ministers to stimulate demand as the market continues to weaken.He called]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bellway-beats-build-target-despite-weaker-buyer-demand/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bellway-beats-build-target-despite-weaker-buyer-demand/ The move will see the firm’s core civil and structural engineering operation transferred to newly formed CCE Ltd, a business run by the same five directors who previously led Clancy Consulting.
The pre-pack style restructuring is designed to ringf]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/clancy-consulting-administration-move-sheds-historic-liabilities/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/clancy-consulting-administration-move-sheds-historic-liabilities/ The 24-year-old had been part of a team working for Len Smith & Son Building Contractors Limited carrying out repairs to the roof at East Fleetham Farm in Seahouses on 5 February 2025.
The man stepped on a polycarbonate roof sheet and fell eight feet to the concrete floor below. He suffered two broken vertebrae in his back, as well as having a fractured sternum, that required s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bricklayer-breaks-back-after-falling-through-roof/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bricklayer-breaks-back-after-falling-through-roof/ Practical completion is targeted for 2030 on the 36-storey tower which will deliver 475,000 sq ft of commercial space.
The £300m scheme is located at the intersection of Old Street and the City and the build contract signing follows Multiplex’s earlier involvement under a Pre-Construction Services Agreement.R]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/multiplex-gets-start-date-for-city-road-36-storey-tower/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/multiplex-gets-start-date-for-city-road-36-storey-tower/ The reduction in cover, understood to be as much as 70% for some suppliers, comes as Vistry steps up efforts to generate cash and reduce daily net debt, which stood at close to £800m at the half year.
Industry sources said Allianz Trade has been informing suppliers in recent weeks that it is reducing credit limits on new trading with Vistry.According to a report in the Financial Times]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/trade-credit-insurer-cuts-cover-for-vistry-suppliers/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/trade-credit-insurer-cuts-cover-for-vistry-suppliers/ The potential reduction in cover, understood to be as much as 70% for some suppliers, comes as Vistry steps up efforts to generate cash and reduce daily net debt, which stood at £470m at the half-year.
Industry sources said Allianz Trade has been informing suppliers in recent weeks that it is reducing credit limits on new trading with Vistry.According to a report in the Financial Tim]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/trade-credit-insurer-could-cut-cover-for-vistry-suppliers/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/trade-credit-insurer-could-cut-cover-for-vistry-suppliers/ The Bristol-based specialist lodged the notice at the High Court, giving the company temporary protection from creditor action.
Founded in 1988 as an electrical contractor, ACES spent nearly four decades building its reputation across the South West before broadening into mechanical services, fi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mampe-specialist-aces-files-administration-notice/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mampe-specialist-aces-files-administration-notice/ The scheme will replace 92 ageing homes with 182 new ones alongside ground-floor commercial space, providing opportunities for local businesses and services, while more than 2,500 square metres  landscaped green space will create a more vibrant neighbourhood.
Construction is expected to begin in the Autumn following exte]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/higgins-lands-brentford-estate-revamp/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/higgins-lands-brentford-estate-revamp/ The deal could pave the way for one of the south coast’s biggest mixed-use regeneration schemes on a large former car park site once home to the now-demolished Tricorn shopping centre in the heart of the city.
The 13.25-hectare brownfield site has the potential to deliver up to 2,300 homes alongside new commercial space, leisure facilities and more than 24]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/portsmouth-picks-ecf-for-2300-home-city-centre-regeneration/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/portsmouth-picks-ecf-for-2300-home-city-centre-regeneration/ Submitted by Founders Place LLP – a joint venture between igloo and Newcastle City Council – the 185,000 sq ft, 12-storey development has been designed by architects Allford Hall Monaghan Morris.
The scheme will also include one of Newcastle’s most significant new civic spaces – Founders Square – transforming an area that currently lacks a maj]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/newcastle-office-block-plan-unveiled/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/newcastle-office-block-plan-unveiled/ The services are being developed between Junctions 7 and 8 of the M56 near Millington and Rostherne through a partnership between Westmorland, the acclaimed family-run operator behind Tebay and Gloucester Services, and the Tatton Estate.
Designed by Howells, the scheme is du]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/eric-wright-to-start-65m-tebay-style-m56-services/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/eric-wright-to-start-65m-tebay-style-m56-services/ The services are being developed between Junctions 7 and 8 of the M56 near Millington and Rostherne through a partnership between Westmorland, the acclaimed family-run operator behind Tebay and Gloucester Services, and the Tatton Estate.
Designed by Howells, the scheme is due to open in spring 2]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/eric-wright-breaks-ground-on-65m-tebay-style-m56-services/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/eric-wright-breaks-ground-on-65m-tebay-style-m56-services/ Developer Bridgemont wants to reinvent 1 Embankment Place rather than demolish it, retaining around 90% of the existing structure and floorplate and about 60% of the façade in one of Westminster’s largest retrofit-first commercial schemes.
Hopkins Architects has redesigned the landmark Terry Farrell building to deliver 35,000 sq m of Grade A office space while dramatic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-in-for-retrofit-of-london-charing-cross-office-icon/Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-in-for-retrofit-of-london-charing-cross-office-icon/ This clears the way for work to start on projects in Bristol, Manchester and London delivering a combined 664 build-to-rent apartments and student beds.
The latest approvals take the firm’s total Gateway 2 tally to 15 since the Building Safety Act regime came into force.Three schemes approvedYork Gate, Bristol – 221 build-to-rent apartments with ground-]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-seals-hat-trick-of-gateway-2-project-approvals/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-seals-hat-trick-of-gateway-2-project-approvals/ The scale of the firms’ debts was revealed in an update from administrators filed at Companies House.
Gateshead based Zentia Limited and Zentia Profiles had a combined turnover of more than £50m when Interpath were appointed as administrators in June and most of the 163 staff lost their jobs.The firms were market leading manufacturers of complete acoustic ceiling solutio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ceiling-specialist-zentia-went-down-owing-suppliers-56m/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ceiling-specialist-zentia-went-down-owing-suppliers-56m/ It would be Birmingham’s tallest building alongside 172m-tall Curzon Wharf scheme, which secured approval three years ago but has not moved to construction.
Designed by architect Squire & Partners, the mixed-use scheme would be built on the long-vacant former Marks & Spencer site opposite the future HS2 Curzon Street station.The 42 High Street d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plan-in-for-53-storey-birmingham-build-to-rent-tower/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plan-in-for-53-storey-birmingham-build-to-rent-tower/ The contractor has sealed an £8.7m early contractor involvement deal to develop the flagship AMP8 scheme, working with Thames Water and its design team to finalise the design, manage delivery risks and prepare the project for construction.
Maple Lodge Sewage Treatment Works at Maple Cross near Rickmansworth serves almost 500,000 people ac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-bags-biggest-sewage-treatment-job-yet/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-bags-biggest-sewage-treatment-job-yet/ The new skylinks will create walkways to directly connect the terminal to existing satellite buildings that are home to the departure and arrival gates.
Their construction will enable Stansted’s track transit people mover system to be decommissioned, creating the space for the terminal building to be extended towards the airfield in later phases of the transformation work.T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/farrans-to-build-new-stansted-skylink-walkways/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/farrans-to-build-new-stansted-skylink-walkways/ The bellwether S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index was 44.7 in July, up from 38.4 in June but still below the 50 growth threshold.
Much slower rates of contraction were seen in all three main sub-sectors in July. Commercial work (index at 46.8) showed the greatest resilience, while civil engineering activity again saw the steepest pa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-buyers-see-first-signs-of-a-turnaround/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-buyers-see-first-signs-of-a-turnaround/ The public sector housing maintenance specialist said it remained on track to meet full-year expectations after winning two major new clients and successfully defending a string of long-term maintenance contracts.
Adjusted pre-tax profit slipped 10% to £29m on revenue of £560m a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mears-secures-42bn-pipeline-after-contract-winning-spree/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mears-secures-42bn-pipeline-after-contract-winning-spree/ A principal contractor will be appointed to deliver the complex scheme, which will replace the building’s external envelope and extensively upgrade its mechanical and electrical systems to improve energy efficiency.
The project follows a &pou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/90m-bid-race-for-iconic-foster-museum-revamp/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/90m-bid-race-for-iconic-foster-museum-revamp/ The house builder, which increased first-half completions by 13% to 5,189 homes, said it has already identified enough procurement savings and operational efficiencies to offset at least half of the expected inflation hit, with more savings still being pursued.
Chief executive Dean Finch said the group has launched a broad review covering pr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/persimmon-sharpens-axe-on-costs-as-inflation-threat-grows/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/persimmon-sharpens-axe-on-costs-as-inflation-threat-grows/ The application includes detailed proposals for the first phase, comprising two units of 100,000 sq ft and 150,000 sq ft.
Outline permission is also being sought for the second phase, which will provide customers with opportunities to secure flexible built-to-suit facilities tailored to their operational requirements.The 70-acre site at Lenha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/panattoni-submits-plans-for-1m-sq-ft-kent-scheme/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/panattoni-submits-plans-for-1m-sq-ft-kent-scheme/ The family-owned specialist has been in business since 2003 taking on packages worth up to £2m across the UK.
The company’s website said its was “competent in all aspects of demolition including residential; city centre; high rise; road & rail infrastructure; industrial dismantling, we provide a fully integrated package for demolition solutions throughout the UK.”The company is now in the hands of administr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/forshaw-demolition-goes-into-administration/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/forshaw-demolition-goes-into-administration/ From 1 January 2027, firms competing for central government contracts worth more than £5m will see social value account for 20% of bid scoring – double the current weighting.
The new Cabinet Office Social Value Model shifts the focus away from a broad range of social measures and instead rewards contr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/public-work-bidders-face-20-jobs-and-skills-hurdle/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/public-work-bidders-face-20-jobs-and-skills-hurdle/ The 24-storey tower, known as the Dovetail building, will provide 450,000 sq ft of office space.
Murphy ranked second also with a single contract for a major infrastructure project. Its £340m upgrade of Oxford Sewage Treatment Works will improve capacity by 40% and improve effluent quality that goes into the River Thames at the end of the sewage t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/multiplex-tops-contracts-league-with-400m-office-job/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/multiplex-tops-contracts-league-with-400m-office-job/ The Scottish contractor posted pre-tax profit of just over £3m for the year to January 2026, up from £320,000 a year earlier, while cash balances climbed from £12m to £21m.
The turnaround was driven by Muir Construction, where turnover increased to £86m and pre-tax profit jumped from £2.2m to &po]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-arm-lifts-muir-group-back-to-profit-growth/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-arm-lifts-muir-group-back-to-profit-growth/ The housing association is seeking contractors for a £1.4bn programme covering planned investment, remediation and major projects across its housing stock.
Its programme will be divided into five regional lots covering the Midlands, East of England and South East under contracts due to start in April 2028.Orbit plans to spend £1.4bn over the 15-y]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/orbit-unveils-14bn-long-term-housing-works-pipeline/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/orbit-unveils-14bn-long-term-housing-works-pipeline/ Construction work will start this month with completion expected next summer.
The club will feature a premium gym equipped with the latest fitness technology, multiple exercise studios, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a comprehensive wellness and spa offering. The dedicated spa retreat will include a Himalayan Salt Sauna, steam room, ice cave, plunge pool, hydrot]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/magrock-lands-16m-david-lloyd-deal/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/magrock-lands-16m-david-lloyd-deal/ The loss compared to an £8m profit last time as turnover fell to £164m from £193m.
The losses came despite two price hikes during the period as production levels were reduced by 20 million units and mothballed facilities led to impairment charges of £24.7m.Joe Hudson, Chief Executive Officer said: “Ibstock delivered a solid first-half performanc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ibstock-makes-27m-loss-as-brick-demand-dives/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ibstock-makes-27m-loss-as-brick-demand-dives/ The water company is inviting contractors and suppliers to help design the procurement model for the 10-year framework, which is expected to run from April 2028 to March 2038 with annual spending of around £330m.
The programme will cover a broad range of water and wastewater infrastructure work across Yorkshi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/yorkshire-water-sounds-out-market-for-3bn-amp910-plan/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/yorkshire-water-sounds-out-market-for-3bn-amp910-plan/ The application proposes a 27-storey block with 673 purpose-built student bedrooms alongside a 23-storey tower providing 380 co-living homes. A further 80 affordable homes are also included within the wider development.
Designed by architect CJCT, the scheme occupies a vacant site on Millennium Way, immed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tribe-lodges-twin-greenwich-student-tower-scheme/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tribe-lodges-twin-greenwich-student-tower-scheme/ The government said the privately financed scheme is now on course to bring the airport’s standby northern runway into full use from 2030, allowing up to 100,000 additional flights a year and supporting 14,000 jobs across the region.
Transport secretary Heidi Alexander said the ruling e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gatwick-second-runway-cleared-after-court-challenge-fails/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gatwick-second-runway-cleared-after-court-challenge-fails/ A host of work opportunities will be up for grabs at the latest Marketplace Live event for the North London region on Wednesday 9th September 2026.
It will bring businesses together from across London, the South East, and Anglia regions at StoneX Stadium, Saracens, where Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors will be looking to connect with pre-qualified subcontractors and suppliers to discuss upcoming work opportuni]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/more-subcontractors-wanted-across-london/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/more-subcontractors-wanted-across-london/ Warwickshire County Council selected the Leeds-based contractor for the design and build scheme, which forms a key part of the wider Transforming Nuneaton regeneration programme.
Work is expected to start later this month after the standstill period ends.The project will transform the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gmi-lands-21m-nuneaton-library-and-business-hub-job/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gmi-lands-21m-nuneaton-library-and-business-hub-job/ It was an improvement on last time when losses were £33.1m as turnover dipped to £1.29bn from £1.3bn.
SIG bosses are braced for tough market conditions to continue this year “and possibly throughout 2027.”The company is accelerating is efficiency drive which is expected to save £100m by the end of next year as underperforming businesses will be clos]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sig-racks-up-another-21m-loss/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sig-racks-up-another-21m-loss/ The Swindon-based civils and groundworks specialist has worked for regional offices of major house builders like Vistry, Persimmon and BarrattRedrow turning over around £20m last year.
The firm, which was set up 16 years ago, works across the south west and employed around 60 staff last year.
Avtar is one of only a few civil engineering contractors in the South West with th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/swindon-groundworks-firm-files-administration-notice/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/swindon-groundworks-firm-files-administration-notice/ The Eastmoor Street project is the first Hyde-led development within the wider Charlton Riverside Opportunity Area, where the housing association has consent to build around 1,200 homes alongside new public spaces, commercial uses and improved access to the Thames Path.
Approval of the housing scheme near the Thame]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/formation-wins-gateway-2-for-hyde-greenwich-homes/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/formation-wins-gateway-2-for-hyde-greenwich-homes/ It is the third and final construction contract to be awarded for this scheme where VolerFitzpatrick and AECOM have also landed deasl
The Didcot to Culham River Crossing includes a new 3.6km single carriageway road between the A4130 at the existing Collett roundabout junction in Didcot and the A415 at Culham.It]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-wins-final-contract-on-323m-didcot-roads-upgrade/Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-wins-final-contract-on-323m-didcot-roads-upgrade/ Enfield Council unanimously resolved to grant planning permission for the partnership-led development, which will now progress to completion of a Section 106 agreement before work is expected to start later this year.
The scheme will deliver 152 social rent homes and 154 intermediate affordable homes, including key worker housing for eligible hospital sta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-go-ahead-for-300-affordable-homes-by-north-mid-hospital/Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-go-ahead-for-300-affordable-homes-by-north-mid-hospital/ The move comes weeks after long-serving chief executive Steve Elliott stepped down following 12 years at the helm, handing over to former chief marketing officer Brown at the end of July.
As part of the new structure, Peter Nagle has been promoted to chief operating officer, taking responsibility for project deliv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bw-reshapes-leadership-team-after-ceo-handover/Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bw-reshapes-leadership-team-after-ceo-handover/ The latest job for client Birchgrove is due for completion by the end of 2028.
The scheme has been designed to serve the wider community as well as its residents. A ground floor space will be available for local groups, charities and individuals to hire, doubling as a venue for police resident m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kori-to-convert-chiswick-police-station-into-care-home/Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kori-to-convert-chiswick-police-station-into-care-home/ Developer Re:shape wants to demolish the seven-storey St George’s House East opposite Wimbledon station and build a 13-storey scheme designed by PLP Architecture.
The project would deliver 532 shared living studios alongside 36 social rented family homes, plus 2,271 sq m of Grade A workspace and a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-office-scheme-switched-to-530-co-living-homes/Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-office-scheme-switched-to-530-co-living-homes/ The Chorley-based specialist contractor increased pre-tax profit from continuing operations by almost a quarter to £4.8m in the year to 31 March 2026 as revenue rose 7% to a record £88m.The latest results continue the recovery that began after founders Thomas Taziker, Nigel Taziker and Graham Moor bought back control]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taziker-turnaround-gathers-pace-on-cp7-rail-boost/Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taziker-turnaround-gathers-pace-on-cp7-rail-boost/ New commercial contracts have been signed with EKFB and Align which collectively account for more than 100km of HS2 between London and the West Midlands.
The new deals “reset incentives by rewarding efficient delivery and cost control through a revised payment structure with contractors, ensuring they are incentivised to deliver on budget and on time.”Previ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-renegotiates-contracts-with-construction-giants/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-renegotiates-contracts-with-construction-giants/ The decision clears the way for a major mixed -use scheme including offices, a data centre, cinema and new public spaces despite fierce opposition from Tower Hamlets Council and local campaigners.
The project, promoted by Truman Estates and Zeloof LLP, will transform three sites around Brick Lane through separate planning applications.Plans include five new buildi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rayner-waves-through-500m-london-truman-brewery-plan/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rayner-waves-through-500m-london-truman-brewery-plan/ The house builder has cut its annual distribution policy from its previous level of 7.5% to 4% of net assets, saying the move is needed to preserve balance sheet strength and financial flexibility as weaker market conditions continue.
Half-year results showed net cash fell 48% to £169m from £327m a year earlier, while adjusted operating pr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taylor-wimpey-slashes-dividend-policy-as-cash-pile-halves/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taylor-wimpey-slashes-dividend-policy-as-cash-pile-halves/ The latest Lloyds Business Barometer published today showed overall confidence in the sector jumped 10 points to 56%, well above the 12-month average of 47%.
More than two thirds of industry firms now expect business activity to increase over the next year, with 65% planning to take on more staff, up from 55% in June.Conf]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-confidence-jumps-to-highest-level-this-year/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-confidence-jumps-to-highest-level-this-year/ iSkate Limited employee, Natalie McCreith, 38, a former outdoor sports instructor, had worked for the company for 14 years when she was seriously injured while working at Beaverbrook Hotel & Golf Course Leatherhead, Surrey, on 26 June 2024.
McCreith underwent an 11-hour operation, spent three months in hospital and s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-hit-by-100kg-beam-while-taking-down-steel-frame/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-hit-by-100kg-beam-while-taking-down-steel-frame/ The Gerrards Cross headquartered group lifted revenue 27% to £1.19bn in 2025 while pre-tax profit climbed 15% to £48m, driven by rapid expansion of its international data centre business.
Jackie Wild, Group CEO said: “2025 was a year of strong growth across the Group, driven b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tonroe-group-breaks-1bn-barrier-on-data-centre-boom/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tonroe-group-breaks-1bn-barrier-on-data-centre-boom/ The deals bring together NHS trusts and leading contractors to deliver 11 schemes through a new collaborative approach designed to build modern hospitals more efficiently.
The partnerships will support the delivery of Hospital 2.0 – the New Hospital Programme’s modern, standardised approach to designing, building, and operating hospitals.Combining national standards, digital innovation and modern methods o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/nhs-signs-eleven-new-hospital-construction-deals/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/nhs-signs-eleven-new-hospital-construction-deals/ The £22 million Central Point development in Willenhall Road, close to Junction 10 of the M6, will provide almost 100,000 sq ft of modern industrial space across six units. Birmingham-based The Construction Consultants (TCC) have been appointed as project managers, quantity surveyors and employers agents to oversee the project on behalf of the Henley-in-Ar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tcc-supports-22m-industrial-scheme/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tcc-supports-22m-industrial-scheme/ Under the campaign, main contractors and their project teams can deploy the company’s VISion AI platform on one live, active site for 30 days at no cost, and assess it on the safety breaches it identifies and the critical compliance da]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-offered-free-ai-ppe-detection-trial/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-offered-free-ai-ppe-detection-trial/ Civil Engineering UK increased EBITDA by nearly half to £59m despite revenue easing 1% to £780m, lifting operating margin to 7.6%, up from 5.1% in the same period last year.
BAM said the performance was supported by claim settlements and a high quality order book focused on rail and energy transition projects.T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bam-uk-first-half-profits-jump-as-civils-delivers/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bam-uk-first-half-profits-jump-as-civils-delivers/ The company operates in the support services sector, providing essential services to the owners and operators of UK critical utility and social infrastructure assets.
Results for the year ended 31 March 2026 show revenue up to £845.8m from £718.2m while pre-tax profit from continuing operations increased to £49.6m from £38.4m.Durin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/acquisitions-pay-off-for-united-infrastructure/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/acquisitions-pay-off-for-united-infrastructure/ The Chorley-based contractor, which employs more than 800 people, has enjoyed strong growth since being carved out of Amey Utilities by UK-based private investor Rubicon Partners in 2022 and rebranded as Avove.
Latest accounts show revenue climbed to £227m in the year to 31 December 2025 from £216m, while pre-tax profit jumped]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/us-private-equity-firm-swoops-for-avove/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/us-private-equity-firm-swoops-for-avove/ The residential developer and manager has signed six contracts during the second half of its financial year to date, including five through its Refresh division delivering remediation, fire safety, refurbishment and asset improvement works to existing purpose built student accommodation schemes.The jobs cover buildings of 1,750 student beds in Birmingham, Edinburgh, Newcas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/watkin-jones-turnaround-gathers-pace-on-retrofit-surge/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/watkin-jones-turnaround-gathers-pace-on-retrofit-surge/ The hire company’s trading entity Nationwide Hire Ltd went into administration on July 28.
Suppliers subsequently received messages – shared with the Enquirer – informing them that the business has been acquired by Alliance Hire Solutions Ltd which is part of the Alliance Tool Hire Group.The update said the business will now be owned by Alliance Hire Solutions Ltd but continue trading as Nati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/nationwide-hire-solutions-bought-out-of-administration/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/nationwide-hire-solutions-bought-out-of-administration/ Directors at the £165m turnover business had been exploring options to save the firm but were sunk by trading conditions across construction.
The Enquirer understands Torsion has been working to secure direct payments to subcontractors to minimise the supply chain hit.The construction arm was working on 12 live sites and is working]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/torsion-construction-goes-into-administration/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/torsion-construction-goes-into-administration/ The Guinness Partnership was forced to tear down the half-built 131-home Meadow Grange development after inspections concluded the modular homes could not be salvaged. Construction had stalled when Ilke Homes went into administration in June 2023.
Lovell will now deliver a completely new scheme, with work starting on 7 August and completion sche]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lovell-wins-job-to-rebuild-ilke-homes-condemned-estate/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lovell-wins-job-to-rebuild-ilke-homes-condemned-estate/ Latest accounts for the Hampshire based business show a turnover of £11m for the year to September 2024 generating a pre-tax loss of £1m while employing 55 staff.
The company has been in business since 1995 and works with more than 900 suppliers providing kit for sites across the country.Nationwide Hire’s website describes the firm as: “The UK’s original]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/equipment-hire-firm-files-administration-notice/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/equipment-hire-firm-files-administration-notice/ Duffield will take charge of Billington Structures from 1 August, succeeding Kevin Campbell, who moves into the newly-created role of group strategic and special projects director.
(L-r) Campbell to become group special projects director and Duffield promoted to MD of Billington Structures
Ca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/billington-names-new-boss-for-structures-business/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/billington-names-new-boss-for-structures-business/ The victim was admitted to hospital with bite wounds after more than 150 bats flew into his living quarters and bedroom from the house’s roof structure where they had been trapped.
When ecology experts examined the property in Lochmaben, Dumfriesshire, they identified the animals as Soprano Pipistrelle bats]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractor-fined-after-desperate-bats-attack-tenant/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractor-fined-after-desperate-bats-attack-tenant/ The Bouygues-owned contractor posted a pre-tax profit of £3.8m for 2025, reversing last year’s £29m loss after slashing one-off restructuring and legacy new build costs from £50m to £17m.
Turnover fell 17% to £650m as the business completed its retreat from loss-making construction markets, but the underly]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/equans-back-in-black-after-costly-new-build-housing-exit/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/equans-back-in-black-after-costly-new-build-housing-exit/ The firm has spent the past year working alongside the developer under a pre-construction services agreement to refine the engineering and delivery strategy for the £200m scheme.
Confirmation of the main works contract paves the way for work to start next year, following completion of demolition and enabling works by McGee.Designed by AHMM, the 236,00]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/multiplex-signs-main-works-for-200m-derwent-baker-street-job/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/multiplex-signs-main-works-for-200m-derwent-baker-street-job/ Latest NHBC figures show new home registrations in the capital surged 170% in the second quarter, climbing from just 896 homes a year ago to 2,417.While the rebound comes from an exceptionally low base, it suggests the easing of Building Safety Regulator Gateway 2 approval bottlenecks is finally beginning to feed through into c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-house-building-stirs-as-national-starts-slide-again/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-house-building-stirs-as-national-starts-slide-again/ In a message to students, he will say “whether you choose construction, coding or classics, you’ll get the skills you need and be given the respect you deserve.”
From age 14 (Year 10), students will have the chance to combine core academic subjects – including English, maths and science &ndas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/burnham-vows-to-value-hard-hat-as-much-as-graduation-cap/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/burnham-vows-to-value-hard-hat-as-much-as-graduation-cap/ The Mott MacDonald-owned contractor delivered one of its strongest trading performances in recent years, lifting operating margin to 4.8% from 3.7% in the year to December 2025.
Pre-tax profit surged over a third to £26m on revenue up 5% to £534m.
The business also expanded its workforc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jn-bentley-warns-water-sector-heading-for-capacity-crunch/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jn-bentley-warns-water-sector-heading-for-capacity-crunch/ The Plymouth Grove development will be the developer’s first Manchester project.
The scheme will deliver 239 student rooms on a site close to both the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University. Completion is targeted for 2028.HG Construction is working alongside development manager DML Group, with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-construction-go-ahead-for-manchester-student-rooms/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-construction-go-ahead-for-manchester-student-rooms/ Unite Group chief executive Joe Lister said higher build costs, tighter regulation and weaker investment values meant new projects no longer stacked up in most regional markets, with developers now needing rents above £300 a week to justify construction outside]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/build-costs-choke-off-new-student-housing-pipeline/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/build-costs-choke-off-new-student-housing-pipeline/ Latest results for the six months to June 30 2026 show revenue down to £168.8m from £195.1m last time.
But pre-tax profits were up to £11.5m from £8.4m as the company introduced a cost efficiency programme across its factories and a “low single digit” price increase stuck across the market.Forterra said it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/brick-sales-slide-at-forterra-set-to-continue/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/brick-sales-slide-at-forterra-set-to-continue/ The revised application, lodged with Sunderland City Council, sets out the detailed design for Studio One, the opening phase of the 31 hectare Crown Works Growth Zone regeneration on the south bank of the River Wear.
The revised application follows a major rethink of the project after original private backers Cain International and Fulwel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sunderland-film-studio-project-closes-in-on-build-start/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sunderland-film-studio-project-closes-in-on-build-start/ The framework managed by Pagabo on behalf of The Education Alliance (TEAL) will run for a four-year period from January 2027 and have an anticipated total value of £1.5bn.
It is the third generation of the Medium Works framework managed by Pagabo, covering projects between £0k and £15m in value, with previous versions delivering a proje]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pagabo-starts-race-for-15bn-medium-works-deal/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pagabo-starts-race-for-15bn-medium-works-deal/ The contractor will deliver the £45m Wellfield Academy in Leyland, Lancashire, alongside the £53m redevelopment of the Anglo European School in Ingatestone, Essex.
The Lancashire job will see Kier build a new 6,540 sq m secondary school as one of the DfE]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-lands-98m-double-school-build-boost/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-lands-98m-double-school-build-boost/ The CPA’s forecast for construction output has been downgraded further in its Summer numbers due to the lagged impacts of the Middle East conflict that are starting to pass through to both the demand and cost sides of the UK economy.
Construction output year-to-date so far in 2026 has already fallen by 1.6%, according t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/burnham-urged-to-help-construction-supply-chain-costs/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/burnham-urged-to-help-construction-supply-chain-costs/ The infrastructure group, whose UK businesses include VolkerFitzpatrick, VolkerRail, VolkerStevin, VolkerHighways and VolkerLaser, saw pre-tax profit surge 47% to £70.5m as revenue remained flat at £1.49bn.
Operating profit jumped 50% to £66m, driving the group’s operating margin up from 3.0]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/volkerwessels-uk-cracks-4-margin-milestone/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/volkerwessels-uk-cracks-4-margin-milestone/ Merseyrail has divided the framework into three value bands. Regional firms Frank Rogers Building Contractor, MPH Construction, Simon Dean Electrical, SIS Projects and Vallum Projects secured places on the SME-only band.Package value
Contractors
Over £2.5m
Amalgamated]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/merseyrail-backs-regional-builders-in-framework-shake-up/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/merseyrail-backs-regional-builders-in-framework-shake-up/ Renovation work will bring the 15-hectare site up to a modern standard while showcasing its heritage and historic features.
The project will see the centre’s facilities enhanced to support sports from the grassroots up to elite level.Richard Dobson, Area Director for Morgan Sindall in London, said: “We]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-morgan-sindall-revamp-of-crystal-palace/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-morgan-sindall-revamp-of-crystal-palace/ The Dutch design and engineering group confirmed WSP returned with a revised indicative offer after an initial €48.5-a-share approach, first revealed yesterday, was unanimously rejected by Arcadis’ executive and supervisory boards.
The latest proposal, comprising cash and WSP shares, va]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/arcadis-knocks-back-second-bid-offer-from-wsp/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/arcadis-knocks-back-second-bid-offer-from-wsp/ An invitation to tender for spots on the long-awited £8bn Maintenance and Response 2 framework will go out next month paving the way for a major overhaul of how England’s 4,500-mile strategic road network is maintained.
The reset will see the current 10 maintenance contracts replaced as they expire from July 2028. Fi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/battle-starts-for-places-in-8bn-national-roads-upkeep-shake-up/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/battle-starts-for-places-in-8bn-national-roads-upkeep-shake-up/ The four-year agreement is built around turnkey delivery, with a standalone principal contractor taking responsibility for complete projects from surveys through to passive and active fire safety works.
Alongside the flagship principal contractor lot, Prosper is also seeking suppliers for specialist packages covering:Building safety consul]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tier-ones-called-up-for-500m-building-safety-framework/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tier-ones-called-up-for-500m-building-safety-framework/ The project will create up to 1.8m sq ft of laboratories, offices and R&D space alongside 500 homes in the emerging North East Cambridge Innovation District.
The application forms part of The Crown Estate’s wider ambition to invest up to £1.5bn in UK science, innovation and technology.
Commercial buildings of up]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/crown-estate-pushes-ahead-with-2bn-cambridge-science-hub/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/crown-estate-pushes-ahead-with-2bn-cambridge-science-hub/ Aaron Back, 41, a father of four, spent months in hospital after the incident at the EMIR site on Wotton Road in Ashford on 28 March 2023.
The then 38-year-old had been contracted by South East Refurbishment Limited to carry out work dismantling pipework. He was in a raised tipping bucket on a fork lift truck at the time wh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-falls-from-tipping-bucket-on-fork-lift/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-falls-from-tipping-bucket-on-fork-lift/ The job forms part of the next phase of the Crown Estate’s West End development pipeline alongside the retrofit of 21-29 Glasshouse Street where BAM is main contractor.
The two developments will deliver 169,300 sq ft of new office, retail and hospitality space and mark the latest step in The Crown Estate’s long-term vision for its 10 million sq ft London portfolio.Kristy Lansdown, Managing Director o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-lands-leading-piccadilly-role-for-crown-estate/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-lands-leading-piccadilly-role-for-crown-estate/ Kevin Grace will join in October from Mace Construct where he has spent the last 12 years lately as Commercial (Operations Director) leading projects including the £1.1bn British Library extension.
Grace will be working alongside George Mosey who took over as Managing Director for Construction London earlier this year.The company said the latest appointment]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-london-reset-continues-as-director-to-join-from-mace-construct/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-london-reset-continues-as-director-to-join-from-mace-construct/ Kevin Grace will join in October from Mace where he has spent the last 12 years lately as Commercial (Operations Director) leading projects including the £1.1bn British Library extension.
Grace will be working alongside George Mosey who took over as Managing Director for Construction London earlier this year.The company said the latest appointment “for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-london-reset-continues-as-director-to-join-from-mace/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-london-reset-continues-as-director-to-join-from-mace/ This morning the contractor posted pre-tax profit of £116m for the six months to 30 June, up 22% on last year, as revenue climbed 8% to £2.56bn.Net cash strengthened to £418m while its secured order book reached £12.2bn, swelling to £19.5bn including preferred bidder work.Construction and Fit Out]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-lifts-profit-targets-after-blockbuster-first-half/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-lifts-profit-targets-after-blockbuster-first-half/ The firm is due to start work in January next year on the long-planned overhaul of the charity’s Camden Square headquarters, with the new centre scheduled to reopen in the first quarter of 2029.
Designed by Coffey Architects, the three-storey redevelopment will retain the building’s original street façade while creating a modern cultural, welfare and community hub for the Iri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sisk-lands-38m-london-irish-centre-rebuild/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sisk-lands-38m-london-irish-centre-rebuild/ The first phase will deliver a 6MW carbon friendly data centre alongside around 20,000 sq ft of office and research space.The facility has already secured planning permission and will use liquid immersion cooling technology, with waste heat captured and fed into a proposed district heat network serving th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hochtief-lands-250m-blackpool-silicon-sands-data-centre-deal/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hochtief-lands-250m-blackpool-silicon-sands-data-centre-deal/ The first phase will deliver a 6MW carbon friendly data centre alongside around 20,000 sq ft of office and research space.The facility has already secured planning permission and will use liquid immersion cooling technology, with waste heat captured and fed into a proposed district heat network serving th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hochtief-bags-250m-blackpool-silicon-sands-data-centre/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hochtief-bags-250m-blackpool-silicon-sands-data-centre/ The green light clears the way for work to begin on the 4.2-acre former Stones Brewery site in Neepsend, where the developer plans to create a new mixed-use neighbourhood with around 500 homes.
HBC will build the opening phase comprising 240 flats, alongside the first elements of a wider masterplan that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hbc-wins-240-home-sheffield-brewery-site-revival/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hbc-wins-240-home-sheffield-brewery-site-revival/ The green light clears the way for work to begin on the 4.2-acre former Stones Brewery site in Neepsend, where the developer plans to create a new mixed-use neighbourhood with around 500 homes.
HBC will build the opening phase comprising 240 flats, alongside the first elements of a wider masterplan that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hbc-lands-240-home-sheffield-brewery-site-revival/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hbc-lands-240-home-sheffield-brewery-site-revival/ Developer Areli and British Airways Pension Trustees secured approval from Tower Hamlets for the scheme, which will see the site’s existing 17-storey office block, built in the early 1990s, demolished.
This will be replaced with what the developer describes as the UK’s largest integrated]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-54-storey-multi-tenure-canary-wharf-tower/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-54-storey-multi-tenure-canary-wharf-tower/ Construction of West Burton C will begin later this year and it is expected to become fully operational in 2028 on the site of the former West Burton coal power station.
Fidra’s main contracting partners are Sungrow who will supply its batteries for the project and H&MV Engineering who will be the principal designer a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-unveiled-for-250m-battery-storage-site/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-unveiled-for-250m-battery-storage-site/ The firm has traditionally focused on delivering work in-house for parent company Aitch Group who specialise in developing residential and commercial schemes across the capital.
Aitch Construction is now looking to work with more external clients and the Enquirer understands work will start next year on two schemes.On Newington Causeway in Elephant & Castle Aitch is set t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/aitch-construction-expands-with-80m-turnover-target/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/aitch-construction-expands-with-80m-turnover-target/ Created by the NEC4 Contract Board in collaboration with the Alliance Steering Group, the PAC is a fully integrated, multi-party contract intended for publication in the final quarter of 2026.
The PAC brings together the most successful features of established collaborative forms. It succeeds the PPC2000 Project Pa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/nec-contracts-unveils-the-next-generation-of-collaborative-alliancing/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/nec-contracts-unveils-the-next-generation-of-collaborative-alliancing/ The incident happened on 10 October 2022 on a construction site in Ince. The driver had been reversing the one-tonne truck when it entered an unprotected excavation and overturned.
The man, 27 at the time, was thrown from the vehicle as he was not wearing a seatbelt. He sustained crushing injuries to his leg, resulting in a broken foot and ankle.An HSE investigation found the man had not bee]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-crushed-as-dumper-truck-overturns/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-crushed-as-dumper-truck-overturns/ The specialist will strip the original façade from the nine storey office building before refurbishing and reinstalling it alongside newly manufactured replacement panels.
Originally designed by architect Peter Foggo and completed in the late 1990s, the building is undergoing a £70m retrofit aimed at ex]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-taps-permasteelisa-for-landmark-city-faade-refurb/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-taps-permasteelisa-for-landmark-city-faade-refurb/ Gateway  Two approval has recently been signed off by the Building Safety Regulator allowing Downwell to start on the main construction phase.
Downwell Group will be delivering a£9m package of enabling works, including soft strip, full de-cladding, high-level demolition, installation of a steel-framed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/downwell-gets-going-on-westminster-tower-job/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/downwell-gets-going-on-westminster-tower-job/ The Sheffield-based developer said profit before tax for 2026 would miss current forecasts of £20m as subdued transaction volumes and weaker market confidence continued to weigh on trading.
The biggest setback came at land promotion arm Hallam Land, where plot sales more than halved to 556 in the first six mo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/henry-boot-warns-on-profit-as-land-sales-slump/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/henry-boot-warns-on-profit-as-land-sales-slump/ Construction is scheduled to start later this year on the facility which will provide space for research, manufacturing and assembly for new product development for the future of air combat.
Paul Pennington, Senior Vice President of Infrastructure, Defence, Rolls-Royce, said: “This complex facility is a physical manifestation of our commitment to novel techn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaughlin-amp-harvey-lands-pound100m-rolls-royce-deal/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaughlin-amp-harvey-lands-pound100m-rolls-royce-deal/ The biggest names in the sector dominated the awards, with Axis Europe, Bell Group, Cardo Group, Chigwell London, CLC Contractors, Combined Facilities Management, Equans Regeneration, Ian Williams, Jones Building Group, Synergize, TW Group South Wales and United Living Property Services secur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pfh-names-winners-on-480m-repairs-and-disrepair-deal/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pfh-names-winners-on-480m-repairs-and-disrepair-deal/ The biggest names in the sector dominated the awards, with Axis Europe, Bell Group, Cardo Group, Chigwell London, CLC Contractors, Combined Facilities Management, Equans Regeneration, Ian Williams, Jones Building Group, Synergize, TW Group South Wales and United Living Property Services secur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pfh-names-winners-on-480m-repair-and-disrepair-deal/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pfh-names-winners-on-480m-repair-and-disrepair-deal/ Birmingham City Council has directly awarded the contractor a fresh two-year interim deal from 1 August 2026, with an option to extend it by a further nine months until April 2029.
The move keeps Kier in charge of the city’s highways network while the council works towards a long-term replacement for one of the UK’s bigges]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-wins-120m-brum-roads-extension-amid-pfi-hiatus/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-wins-120m-brum-roads-extension-amid-pfi-hiatus/ The latest milestone comes just six months after the business was still carrying net liabilities of £33m at the turn of the year, underlining the pace of its recovery.
Alongside the balance sheet repair, Tilbury Douglas secured more than £500m of new work during th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tilbury-douglas-completes-balance-sheet-turnaround/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tilbury-douglas-completes-balance-sheet-turnaround/ The latest Civil Engineering Contractors Association workload survey found order books climbed to their highest level for three quarters, with a net balance of 19% of firms reporting fuller pipelines.Looking ahead, a net 60% expect workloads to increase over the coming year, while 55% forecast growth in new work]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/civils-firms-upbeat-on-pipeline-despite-tough-first-quarter/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/civils-firms-upbeat-on-pipeline-despite-tough-first-quarter/ Under the terms of the deal, Mitie shareholders will receive 218.5p a share in cash and retain the planned 3.1p final dividend, valuing the offer at up to 221.6p a share.
The bid represents a 47% premium to Mitie’s closing share price on Monday and values the business at &p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ocs-strikes-31bn-deal-to-buy-mitie/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ocs-strikes-31bn-deal-to-buy-mitie/ The developer has confirmed architect Gensler, engineer Arup and landscape designer Planit are leading the professional team on the opening phase of the 5,000-home waterfront scheme.
It aims to submit a planning application later this summer for the first stage, which will deliver 1,500 homes across six buildings.The 47-acre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/5000-home-royal-docks-mega-scheme-set-for-2028-start/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/5000-home-royal-docks-mega-scheme-set-for-2028-start/ The contractor’s order book rose 8% to around £11.9bn at the end of June, securing more than 90% of forecast revenue for the current financial year.
In a full-year trading update ahead of publishing its annual results in September, Kier said revenue and profit for the year to June were now expected to come in at the top end of market expectat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-closes-in-on-12bn-order-book-after-strong-year/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-closes-in-on-12bn-order-book-after-strong-year/ New figures published by the CSCS Alliance show that cards issued to workers under the age of 25 rose by  8.8% between 2023 and 2025 – jumping from 86,798 to 94,444.
The highest increases were seen in the electrotechnical,  utilities and plant sectors.Under-25s now account for 19% of all CSCS-logoed cards issued.
Growth in skilled roles (9]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/skills-cards-stats-show-youngsters-turning-to-construction/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/skills-cards-stats-show-youngsters-turning-to-construction/ The plans are being brought forward by council development partners VINCI UK Developments and ION Developments.
Approval allows the Council to now submit an application to discharge the planning conditions attached to the demolition of the former Assembly Rooms.Work to demolish the site is expected to take around 12 months. Once this is comp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-derby-city-centre-regeneration-scheme/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-derby-city-centre-regeneration-scheme/ Directors said the move was designed to give them breathing space as they battle to save the £165m turnover business which specialises in student accommodation, retirement living and build to rent jobs across the North and Midlands.
Other companies within the wider Torsion Group, including the development and care home operations, are unaffected by the move and continue to trade as normal.
Th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/torsion-construction-files-administration-notice/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/torsion-construction-files-administration-notice/ Investor BlackRock and development manager LS Estates has picked the firm to deliver the major overhaul of Portwall Place in Bristol, alongside an £8m refurbishment of Pinesgate West in Bath for WPV Developments.
Portwall Place is the larger of the two schemes and is expected to become the South West’s biggest commercial office refurbis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/red-lands-42m-bristol-and-bath-office-double/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/red-lands-42m-bristol-and-bath-office-double/ The nationwide regeneration specialist has signed a development deal with the council to prepare a masterplan covering major development sites on both the eastern and western sides of the station.
Working alongside Milton Keynes Development Partnership, Muse will bring forward plans for a mixed-use neighbourhood featuring]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/muse-picked-to-spearhead-bletchley-station-quarter-revival/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/muse-picked-to-spearhead-bletchley-station-quarter-revival/ The frameworks will cover the AMP9, AMP10 and AMP11 investment periods.
Procurement is expected to start early next year with the frameworks designed to engage a diverse range of partners from major international contractors to regional and local SMEs.
Potential]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/severn-trent-reveals-timetable-for-25bn-deal-race/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/severn-trent-reveals-timetable-for-25bn-deal-race/ The £34bn Railways Pension Scheme manager will transform the existing six-storey office opposite Smithfield Market into a flagship headquarters building as part of the wider £400m regeneration of the historic district.
Designed by Henley Halebrown, the project will retain and upgrade the existing structure while replacing the façade, extending the upper floor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/railpen-wins-consent-for-london-major-office-retrofit/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/railpen-wins-consent-for-london-major-office-retrofit/ In a company statement the firm said: “This is to confirm that in June, two of Ethical Power’s contracting Entities (Ethical Power Connections and Ethical Power Group) were placed into administration. On Friday 26th June we also filed notice of intention to appoint administrators for Ethical Power Renewables, another contracting entity.
“These contracting entities were d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ethical-power-contracting-arms-go-into-administration/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ethical-power-contracting-arms-go-into-administration/ The council is inviting bids for the Albert Jacob House scheme on Roman Road, designed by Child Graddon Lewis, with construction expected to start in November following contract award.
The development will replace a former council office building, which has already been demolished, with a nine-storey low carbon scheme delivering 53 affordable ho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tower-hamlets-opens-bidding-on-31m-social-housing-build/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tower-hamlets-opens-bidding-on-31m-social-housing-build/ The successful design and build contractor will replace the existing railway station and adjoining bus interchange with a fully integrated transport hub linking rail, bus and taxi hub with new passenger facilities, retail space and upgraded public realm.
The project is a key part of wid]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/33m-race-begins-for-caerphilly-bus-and-railway-interchange/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/33m-race-begins-for-caerphilly-bus-and-railway-interchange/ Balfour Beatty Ground Engineering (BBGE), VSL Systems (UK) Ltd (VSL), and Bachy Soletanche (BSL) have united to deliver a range of works including piling, soil mixing, diaphragm walls and plastic cut-off walls.
The trio have combined to form the Geotechnical Sub-Alliance (GSA).The GSA will create a stable and watertight platform capable of supporting the immense loa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/experts-join-forces-for-sizewell-piling-works/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/experts-join-forces-for-sizewell-piling-works/ Goring brings more than three decades of experience leading major infrastructure and transformation programmes, having held senior roles at Capita, Morgan Sindall, PA Consulting, Mott MacDonald and Systra.He has also worked on flagship programmes including HS2 and Saudi Arabia’s NEOM development.He joins Ame]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/amey-hires-hs2-veteran-to-drive-consulting-growth/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/amey-hires-hs2-veteran-to-drive-consulting-growth/ The board said Bingham, who took up the CEO role just four months ago, had been suspended while a full investigation, supported by professional advisers, is carried out. No further details of the allegations were disclosed.
Non executive chair Vijay Thakrar has taken over as interim executive chair with immediate effect, supported by the group&rs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/board-suspends-alumasc-ceo-after-trading-update/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/board-suspends-alumasc-ceo-after-trading-update/ The development will form the first phase of a wider campus planned to provide ten data halls.
John F Hunt is expected to deliver a complex remediation programme involving preparation of the 41-acre site near the M25/M40 interchange through a fast-track 17-week programme, addressing the historic landfill and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/john-f-hunt-bags-20m-enabling-works-deal-at-giant-data-centre/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/john-f-hunt-bags-20m-enabling-works-deal-at-giant-data-centre/ The affordable housing joint venture between Pension Insurance Corporation, Muse and Homes England will build 228 one and two-bedroom apartments for rent, with rents set at 20% below local market levels.
The project forms phase two of the wider Holbeche Place masterplan, which will transform Solihull town]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/solihull-backs-228-home-habiko-mansion-block-build/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/solihull-backs-228-home-habiko-mansion-block-build/ The ten-year Project Royal Oak programme will deliver new docks, waterfront infrastructure, engineering facilities, accommodation and operational buildings at HMNB Clyde, HMNB Devonport and HMNB Portsmouth as part of the Government&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mod-maps-out-26bn-project-royal-oak-naval-bases-rebuild/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mod-maps-out-26bn-project-royal-oak-naval-bases-rebuild/ The ten-year Project Royal Oak programme will deliver new docks, waterfront infrastructure, engineering facilities, accommodation and operational buildings at HMNB Clyde, HMNB Devonport and HMNB Portsmouth as part of the Government&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mod-maps-out-26bn-project-royal-oak-naval-base-rebuild/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mod-maps-out-26bn-project-royal-oak-naval-base-rebuild/ The August start follows Hackney Council’s approval for the Allies & Morrison-designed redevelopment, which will replace the ageing 1930s private rented estate with buildings ranging from three to 13 storeys.
The scheme will deliver 208 one, two and three-bedroom homes, more than dou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hill-go-ahead-for-london-new-era-estate-rebuild/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hill-go-ahead-for-london-new-era-estate-rebuild/ Crown House Technologies Manufacturing (CHtM) and Explore Manufacturing will both be expanded.
CHtM is moving to a larger facility in Smethwick, West Midlands and Explore Manufacturing is adding 3,200 square metres of manufacturing space at its current location in Explore Park, Nottinghamshire.The upgraded facilities will also allow exploration of and further inves]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/orourke-confirms-major-expansion-of-manufacturing-capacity/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/orourke-confirms-major-expansion-of-manufacturing-capacity/ Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council is leading the procurement on behalf of Carmarthenshire and Monmouthshire councils for the new SWTRA Highways & Structures Framework 2027.
The framework will run for four years from February 2027, with options to extend annually for a further two years, taking its maximum duration to six years. Up to eight co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/south-wales-roads-bodies-launch-270m-highways-framework/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/south-wales-roads-bodies-launch-270m-highways-framework/ In a trading update today SIG said: “The Group has developed an improvement plan assuming no market recovery in H2 2026 and FY 2027.“The plan aims to generate cash of at least £100m, through a combination of business simplification, disposals, business improvement and working capital optimisation.
“It is also targeting an annualised operating profit ru]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sig-set-for-cost-cutting-drive-as-materials-market-stalls/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sig-set-for-cost-cutting-drive-as-materials-market-stalls/ Designed by Squire & Partners, the scheme would regenerate the 2.05ha rail-surrounded site between Stratford Station and Stratford International that has remained vacant since serving as coach parking during the 2012 Olympic Games.
The developme]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plan-for-triple-tower-stratford-scheme-on-former-sphere-site/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plan-for-triple-tower-stratford-scheme-on-former-sphere-site/ Crest this morning revealed it had plunged into the red for the six months to 30 April compared with a £9.4m profit a year earlier.Revenue fell 21% to £198m as completions dropped from 739 to 584 homes, while adjusted operating results swung from an £11.9m profit to an £11.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/crest-sinks-to-35m-loss-as-lender-talks-drag-on/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/crest-sinks-to-35m-loss-as-lender-talks-drag-on/ Managing Director David Wingfield and Commercial Director Kyle McGrory have left the company with immediate effect.
Their roles are now being covered by executive Managing Director Steff Battle.The Enquirer understands Wingfield and McGrory had been suspended by Wates while an internal investigation was carried-out into their conduct.
Wates declined to confirm the exact nature of the investigation.
A Wates]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-regional-md-and-director-exit-suddenly/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-regional-md-and-director-exit-suddenly/ In a year-end trading update this morning, Britain’s biggest house builder highlighted the growing financial impact of legacy building issues, with the group taking an additional net legacy property provision charge of around £95m, alongside £13m of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barratt-claws-back-38m-from-subcontractors-in-legacy-job-claims/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barratt-claws-back-38m-from-subcontractors-in-legacy-job-claims/ Ahead of full-year results on 17 September, the contractor said revenue for the year to 30 June is expected to rise around 3%, with adjusted pre-tax profit towards the top of analyst expectations of around £53m.
Chief executive Bill Hocking said that the group also had delivered another year of margin improvement as it worked towards a 4]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/galliford-try-profit-set-to-hit-top-end-of-forecasts/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/galliford-try-profit-set-to-hit-top-end-of-forecasts/ The contractor has been appointed by Kuwaiti-owned St Martins Property Investments to redevelop the former Greater London Authority headquarters at More London into a larger, low carbon office and retail destination.
Designed by Gensler, with Waterman providing structural, mechanical and electrical engineering, the scheme will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-to-start-150m-former-london-city-hall-retrofit/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-to-start-150m-former-london-city-hall-retrofit/ German manufacturer Herrenknecht will build the 16.4m diameter machine, which will be the third largest tunnel boring machine ever built worldwide. The machine will be bought and operated by the Bouygues Travaux Publics Murphy joint venture, which is delivering the twin-bore tunnel beneath the Thames.
At 120m long and weighing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/giant-tbm-order-puts-lower-thames-crossing-tunnel-on-track/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/giant-tbm-order-puts-lower-thames-crossing-tunnel-on-track/ The news was confirmed by Britain’s biggest M&E contractor as its posted latest results.
Lawrence started at TClarke in 1985 as an electrical apprentice and worked his way through the ranks becoming CEO in 2010.TClarke delisted from the Stock Exchange in 2024 becoming a private company after its acquisition by the Regent Group.
Fellow long serving director Mike Crowder]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/chief-executive-mark-lawrence-leaves-tclarke/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/chief-executive-mark-lawrence-leaves-tclarke/ Focusing on the bottom line is paying of for the contracting giant as pre-tax profits for the year to March 31 2026 rose to £80.1m from £41.4m last time as turnover fell to £3.69bn from £3.95bn.
The company said the latest numbers reflect a “deliberate shift towards prioritising margin improvement.”Laing O’Rourke also reported a record order book of &]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/turnover-dips-as-laing-orourke-focuses-on-bottom-line/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/turnover-dips-as-laing-orourke-focuses-on-bottom-line/ In its assessment of the Government’s major projects portfolio, the huge cladding retrofit programme was downgraded to a Red delivery rating after officials warned that current plans “remain challenging” because of Building Safety Regulator delays, rising construction costs and growing w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cladding-retrofit-drive-faces-red-alert-over-delivery-delays/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cladding-retrofit-drive-faces-red-alert-over-delivery-delays/ The scheme will deliver five detached speculative units, providing around 223,000 sq ft of high-quality space.
T Park Southampton is immediately adjacent to Junction 2 of the M27, providing direct access to the wider South Coast, the M3, London, and the national motorway network. The site is also around 5.5 miles from Southampton Port, the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/panattoni-gets-green-light-for-southampton-logistics-site/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/panattoni-gets-green-light-for-southampton-logistics-site/ Materials distribution operations account for 80% of turnover with the growing design and install specialist contracting operations now hitting 20%.
Revenue across the business for the year to March 31 2026 increased to £645.4m from £637.1m last time as pre-tax profits fell to £6.3m from £11.7m.The design]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/diversification-paying-dividends-for-brick-giant/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/diversification-paying-dividends-for-brick-giant/ The joint venture, which brings together Balfour Beatty and Galliford Try’s Scottish business Morrison Construction, is understood to have been formed to bid for the final five contracts under Transport Scotland’s new NEC4 framework approach.
Selected firms will deliver around 92km of dual ca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/galliford-try-and-balfour-beatty-join-forces-for-19bn-a9-race/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/galliford-try-and-balfour-beatty-join-forces-for-19bn-a9-race/ The SE1 development, on the corner of Abbey Street and Druid Street near London Bridge station, will deliver homes for key workers including NHS staff, teachers, police officers and firefighters under Southwark Council’s emerging Affordable Housing Supplementary Pla]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bouygues-high-rise-key-worker-housing-pilot-gains-consent/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bouygues-high-rise-key-worker-housing-pilot-gains-consent/ Birmingham-based The Construction Consultants (TCC) has been acting as project managers, cost consultants and CDM consultants for Creature Comforts veterinary clinics  being opened across London and the South East.
The latest contracts are for two state-of-the-art veterinary clinics in Twickenham and West Hampstead where town centre premises h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/consultant-lands-creature-comforts-jobs/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/consultant-lands-creature-comforts-jobs/ This £1.2bn deal over a four-year period will support projects up to £15m in value across the Midlands, East of England, Home Counties and London.
To encourage greater participation from regional contractors and SMEs, bidders are required to demonstrate an annual turnover of £20 million, either individually or collectively throug]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scape-starts-tender-race-for-12bn-regional-deal/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scape-starts-tender-race-for-12bn-regional-deal/ Bowmer & Kirkland is on site to deliver the £95m opening phase which includes the 160,000 sq ft IDEA innovation centre, the ROUTER transport hub and enabling infrastructure.
Henry Boot’s development arm HBD secured the forward funding from private investors alongside Cheltenham Borough Council, allowing work to move into full constructi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/funding-deal-sparks-1bn-golden-valley-cyber-hub-build/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/funding-deal-sparks-1bn-golden-valley-cyber-hub-build/ Work will see 50 new energy-efficient family council homes built on the 3.34-acre site, along with new community facilities. An additional five existing council maisonettes will also be improved as part of the scheme.
The existing locally-listed Stocking Farm farmhouse building – which dates to the 19th century – will also be redeveloped]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/clegg-construction-lands-19m-leicester-estate-revamp/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/clegg-construction-lands-19m-leicester-estate-revamp/ The UK Health Security Agency has issued a preliminary market engagement notice for the vast design and build package, marking the clearest sign yet that the delayed flagship project is back on track after years of uncertainty over costs and value for money.
Before committing to procurement, ag]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/stalled-1bn-harlow-biosecurity-mega-project-revived/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/stalled-1bn-harlow-biosecurity-mega-project-revived/ Contractor BSN Group Construction confirmed the fatality and said it was assisting investigators following the incident, which happened shortly before 9.50am on Friday.
Emergency services attended the city centre hospital after reports that a man had fallen from the building. He was pronounced dead a short time later.The contractor is presently working on the new front entrance project]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-killed-in-fall-at-birmingham-hospital-job/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-killed-in-fall-at-birmingham-hospital-job/ The London-based construction and specialist trades group posted pre-tax profit of £2.9m for the 11 months to 31 March 2026, compared with a £49m loss in the previous 16-month reporting period.
Chairman John Reddington declared the contractor had emerged from a period of “stabilisation, c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jrl-back-in-the-black-with-record-order-book/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jrl-back-in-the-black-with-record-order-book/ The London-based construction and specialist trades group posted pre-tax profit of £2.9m for the 11 months to 31 March 2026, compared with a £49m loss in the previous 16-month reporting period.
Chairman John Reddington declared the contractor had emerged from a period of “stabilisation,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jrl-back-in-the-black-after-50m-rescue-deal-reset/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jrl-back-in-the-black-after-50m-rescue-deal-reset/ The wins are in line with HG’s continued expansion across the UK, with the contractor now delivering schemes in over ten cities and towns including Leeds, Manchester, Bristol and London.
The Cardiff scheme, situated in Longcross Court, will transform a prominent site in a sustainable location into high-quality student accommodation]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-construction-lands-brace-of-student-schemes/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-construction-lands-brace-of-student-schemes/ The development will comprise 251 new homes which includes 82 one-beds and 165 two-bed apartments, as well as four townhouses.
Work is expected to start before the end of this year with completion targeted for early 2029.Linear Design and Construct has been appointed main contractor alongside AEW Architects, planning consultants Enabl and project management firm R]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/linear-living-gets-green-light-for-manchester-resi-tower/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/linear-living-gets-green-light-for-manchester-resi-tower/ An air ambulance landed in nearby Green Park but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene on Stratton Street in the heart of Mayfair.
A Metropolitan Police spokesman told London Now: “Police were called at around 13:51hrs on Thursday, 9 July following reports that a man had fallen from height on a construction site at the junction of Berkeley Street and Stratton Street, W1“Officers attended with the L]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-dies-in-fall-on-mayfair-site/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-dies-in-fall-on-mayfair-site/ Bradford City Council has granted full consent for Yorkshire Water’s flagship Esholt scheme, clearing the way for a mixed use development around the operational wastewater treatment works near Bradford.
The project, conceived by Yorkshire Water’s strategic land business Keyland Developments, is one of Britain’s most ambitious circular]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-poo-powered-eco-homes-scheme/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-poo-powered-eco-homes-scheme/ The construction arm of the family-owned group reported pre-tax profit ahead 31% to £3m for the year to 31 December 2025, while turnover remained flat at £137m after a series of delayed public sector projects hit expected workload.
Despite higher staff costs as the business continued investing in recruitment, training and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/seddon-defies-sluggish-market-with-profit-lift/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/seddon-defies-sluggish-market-with-profit-lift/ Chloe Bidwell was working for Varcity Living Limited as a joinery apprentice at a property on 20 December 2023. It was undergoing a full renovation when a stack of wooden board material fell, fatally injuring  Bidwell.
She had been working alone at the time of the incident and was found deceased at the p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/apprentice-joiner-crushed-to-death-by-falling-boards/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/apprentice-joiner-crushed-to-death-by-falling-boards/ Pre-tax profit surged 48% to £5m for the year to 31 March 2026 as turnover dipped slightly to £159m from £162m.
The improved performance lifted pre-tax margins from 2.1% to 3.15%.The contractor also boosted average cash balances by more than a third to £32m, leaving it well placed to invest in the b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/speller-metcalfe-posts-record-5m-profit-as-cash-pile-hits-32m/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/speller-metcalfe-posts-record-5m-profit-as-cash-pile-hits-32m/ The framework winners are Aureos Energy Ltd, IES Utilities Group Ltd., Ipsum Group and Network Distribution Services Ltd. (NDS).
Work will increase network capacity and strengthen the infrastructure so it can better withstand more extreme conditions, whilst maintaining its unobtrusive presence within the landscape.Conor O’Neill, Power Direc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/four-firms-land-300m-scottish-electricity-network-deal/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/four-firms-land-300m-scottish-electricity-network-deal/ Steven Tervit had been carrying out a dismantling operation at a specialist technology centre in Renfrew on 9 November 2022 when the incident happened.
The 32-year-old was employed as a labourer by temperature-controlled building specialist Food Process Engineering Limited and had worked for the company for 15 years.Tervit had been working at a height of around f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/labourer-dies-after-scissor-lift-fall/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/labourer-dies-after-scissor-lift-fall/ The open letter from the industry’s captains comes amid mounting concern that infrastructure budgets could be raided further following last week’s decision to axe two major road schemes to fund greater defence spending
Twenty eight leading contractors, consultants, and institutions signed an open letter calling on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/industry-unites-to-warn-new-pm-against-more-infrastructure-cuts/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/industry-unites-to-warn-new-pm-against-more-infrastructure-cuts/ The North of England contractor saw pre-tax profits rise to £15m in the year to December 31 2025 – up from £5m last time with a 4.8% pre-tax margin. Turnover grew by 17% to £311m.
Chief Executive Andy Radcliffe said strong demand from Esh’s core markets coupled with its disciplined approach to contract selection, risk management and quality delivery has enabled the Group to deli]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/margins-hit-48-as-profits-triple-at-esh-group/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/margins-hit-48-as-profits-triple-at-esh-group/ Fresh market engagement documents reveal the Ministry of Defence property arm is considering breaking apart planned maintenance and capital works from day-to-day repairs and maintenance under its £6.6bn programme for Service Family Accommodation.
The proposed chan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mod-to-split-66bn-military-homes-maintenance-mega-deal/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mod-to-split-66bn-military-homes-maintenance-mega-deal/ The contract is expected to be worth £100m, making it one of the largest local authority housing opportunities currently available.
The job covers the Upper Acre parcel at 310-acre mixed-use development to the east of Eastleigh. This will provide 424 mixed-tenure homes together with roads, utilities, landscaping, public]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hampshire-council-seeks-dampb-firm-for-pound100m-housing-job/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hampshire-council-seeks-dampb-firm-for-pound100m-housing-job/ The government-backed funding package will bankroll site preparation, enabling works and detailed design for a 909-home expansion on 10 acres between Salford Central station and Manchester’s Spinningfields district.
Joint venture partners Scarborough Group International and Metro Holdings hope to start construction early]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/funding-deal-to-kick-start-middlewood-locks-tower-phase/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/funding-deal-to-kick-start-middlewood-locks-tower-phase/ The firm will start work this summer on Phase 3C, the final two Frank Gehry-designed buildings that will complete Electric Boulevard.
Balfour Beatty and Morgan Sindall ranked second and third respectively helped by infrastructure new orders.
Balfour picked up a £125m deal for maintenance of the Leeds in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/battersea-job-lifts-sisk-to-top-of-contracts-league/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/battersea-job-lifts-sisk-to-top-of-contracts-league/ The group expects to report a first-half pre-tax loss of around £30m after taking a £50m hit from aggressive cash-generation measures, including deeper sales discounts, accelerated asset sales and write-downs on low-margin sites.
In a half-year trading update, new]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-warns-of-first-half-loss-as-daily-net-debt-nears-800m/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-warns-of-first-half-loss-as-daily-net-debt-nears-800m/ The new school has been funded by the mixed-tenure homes of which half will be affordable with priority given to eligible local residents to help ensure families can remain in the area.
Designed by BPTW in collaboration with Walter & Cohen, the development will provide 2,297sqm of flexible learning space and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/higgins-wins-47m-school-and-flats-scheme/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/higgins-wins-47m-school-and-flats-scheme/ The appointment, approved by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council’s cabinet, paves the way for the Manchester-based regeneration specialist to prepare detailed proposals for three new residential neighbourhoods and two mixed-use town centre schemes.
The long-term regeneration vision centres on opening up the town’s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/capitalampcentric-lines-up-five-rotherham-regeneration-starts/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/capitalampcentric-lines-up-five-rotherham-regeneration-starts/ Westridge Construction went under in September 2023 while building a new seafront council housing development in Southwick, West Sussex.
For the last two years replacement firm Cheesmur Building Contractors has been attempting to rectify construction issues on the 49-home site.Client Adur & Worthing Councils has now confirmed the remediation work will cost]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/council-bosses-blast-shoddy-work-by-failed-contractor/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/council-bosses-blast-shoddy-work-by-failed-contractor/ The contractor hopes the deal will “strengthen Balfour Beatty’s access to emerging technologies that could improve productivity, delivery certainty, safety and performance across major infrastructure projects.
The money will go into Pi Labs’ Fund IV focused on early-stage companies developing solutions across areas including artificial intelligence, dat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-beatty-pumps-10m-into-venture-capital-tech-fund/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-beatty-pumps-10m-into-venture-capital-tech-fund/ The developer has launched a public consultation on proposals to repurpose the landmark Brutalist 1980s civic building ahead of submitting a planning application later this year.
Backed by £20m of UK Government funding and being delivered with Swansea Council, the scheme would retain and refurb]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/140-homes-and-aquarium-plan-for-swansea-civic-centre/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/140-homes-and-aquarium-plan-for-swansea-civic-centre/ Main contractor Balfour Beatty Vinci decided to stop works at local sites on its 90km section of the line from Long Itchington to Handsacre in Staffordshire following an accident on Thursday 18 June.
A phased restart of works started on June 24 following a review of safety procedures.
But workers have contacted the Enqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-workers-left-out-of-pocket-after-safety-shutdown/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-workers-left-out-of-pocket-after-safety-shutdown/ The WG225 scheme will occupy a 14-acre serviced development plot at Winsford Gateway where access works  to the site have commenced alongside the construction of WG27 – a 27,728 sq ft unit forming the new headquarters for floor finishing and interior design business, Saint Group.
Winsford Gateway is located at the north entrance t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-latest-winsford-gateway-warehouse/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-latest-winsford-gateway-warehouse/ The City of London Corporation selected Blue Sky Building ahead of  Bovis, McLaren and Sir Robert McAlpine for the construction management role worth up to £5.1m.
BSB will act as the client’s principal delivery partner, managing dozens of trade contractors under separate contracts.The appointm]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/blue-sky-floors-tier-one-rivals-in-176m-barbican-revamp-race/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/blue-sky-floors-tier-one-rivals-in-176m-barbican-revamp-race/ McCormick, who has served as group chief financial officer for the past 12 years, will take over on 1 September following the retirement of long-serving chief executive Andrew Bill after more than 40 years with the business.
The leadership handover comes as the privately-owned contractor reported revenue up 16% to £1.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-names-finance-chief-as-next-ceo-after-bumper-year/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-names-finance-chief-as-next-ceo-after-bumper-year/ The news will be another blow for contractors still reeling from government plans to scrap road schemes to pay for increased defence spending.
The latest bellwether S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index registered 38.4 in June, up slightly from May’s six-year low of 38.2 but still well below the neutral 50.0 value.Construction output has decreased in each month sin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/buyers-report-sharpest-fall-in-civils-work-for-six-years/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/buyers-report-sharpest-fall-in-civils-work-for-six-years/ Firma Partners has provided funding to DPK Group for the conversion of the Royal Albert Dock office complex in East London into a Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) scheme with a GDV of £300m.
The loan will finance refurbishment of 20 buildings at the riverfront Docklands site which were originally constructed by Brookfiel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/loan-unlocks-offices-to-student-accommodation-deal/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/loan-unlocks-offices-to-student-accommodation-deal/ McLaren will deploy autonomous quadruped robots initially to capture 360° site imagery, generate data and support safety compliance patrols and quality assurance.
Regular automated scans by FieldAI robots will create a visual and spatial record of work as it is installed.AI-enabled analysis will compare site data against the design model, reducing the time between ins]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-employs-robot-army-for-site-quality-checks/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-employs-robot-army-for-site-quality-checks/ McLaren will deploy autonomous quadruped robots initially to capture 360° site imagery, generate data and support safety compliance patrols and quality assurance.
Regular automated scans by FieldAI robots will create a visual and spatial record of work as it is installed.AI-enabled analysis will compare site data against the design model, reducing the time between ins]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-employs-robot-army-for-for-site-quality-checks/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-employs-robot-army-for-for-site-quality-checks/ The milestone was reached on the Chipping Warden Green Tunnel in Northamptonshire where faults were found in 2022 in precast concrete segments.
With the pre-cast wall installation finished, the construction team are now focused on completing the waterproofing and internal floor slab and all other internal works, including the emergency walkways that will r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/final-segment-installed-at-problem-hs2-green-tunnel/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/final-segment-installed-at-problem-hs2-green-tunnel/ Revenue climbed by around a third to £231m in the year to December 2025, while pre-tax profit leaped nearly a half to £6.9m as the contractor extended a remarkable growth run that has seen sales soar 125% in three years.
The Glasgow-based group, which is in its centenary year, said growth was driven by repeat busines]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morris-amp-spottiswood-storms-pound230m-turnover-barrier/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morris-amp-spottiswood-storms-pound230m-turnover-barrier/ Morganstone will carry out the civil and structural works for the new Pickle Line. This process section will support new pickling and rinse tanks used to remove mill scale from hot rolled steel before it is cold rolled.
The deal marks the shift from demolition and enabling works into full construction on the processing line]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morganstone-lands-key-role-in-port-talbot-steelworks-revival/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morganstone-lands-key-role-in-port-talbot-steelworks-revival/ Defra has launched early market engagement for its new Science Estates Delivery Framework, which will replace the existing APHA framework supporting one of the country’s most technically demanding construction programmes.
Current framework holders include contractors Kier, Sisk, Wil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/battle-starts-for-places-on-250m-animal-labs-framework-refresh/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/battle-starts-for-places-on-250m-animal-labs-framework-refresh/ Kenilworth Nub News reported that emergency services were called to the North Warwickshire site on Thursday 18 June, at around 5.20pm after a 44-year-old man was hit by a vehicle and injured his leg.
He was airlifted to hospital to receive treatment and has since been discharged and is recovering at home.HS2 said it is continuing to support him and his family.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-work-paused-after-serious-site-accident/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-work-paused-after-serious-site-accident/ The latest Stage 1 ECI awards cover the Hastings Resilience programme and the Brighton East nitrate removal scheme under Southern Water’s £3.1bn Strategic Delivery Partner framework.
Kier is now working on 31 ECI projects for Southern Water worth]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-lands-eci-roles-on-500m-worth-of-southern-water-jobs/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-lands-eci-roles-on-500m-worth-of-southern-water-jobs/ The intervention by the Water Delivery Taskforce clears the way for more than 18,000 homes by replacing a planning stand-off with a phased infrastructure strategy allowing housing and utility upgrades to progress together.
Anglian Water had objected to several]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ministers-clear-sewage-works-deadlock-stalling-18000-homes/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ministers-clear-sewage-works-deadlock-stalling-18000-homes/ The eight-year framework will run from March 2027, with an initial five-year term and an option to extend to 2035.
It will create a long-term supply chain to deliver everything from building refurbishments and depot fit-outs to major civils, M&E, track, electrification and signalling schemes needed to support exist]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/northern-trains-race-for-300m-depots-and-stations-works/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/northern-trains-race-for-300m-depots-and-stations-works/ The eight-year framework will run from March 2027, with an initial five-year term and an option to extend to 2035.
It will create a long-term supply chain to deliver everything from building refurbishments and depot fit-outs to major civils, M&E, track, electrification and signalling schemes needed to support exist]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/northern-trains-race-for-300m-depots-and-stations-work/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/northern-trains-race-for-300m-depots-and-stations-work/ Plans by Emrys Architects will transform the building into a mixed-use destination comprising 39 serviced apartment units above retained retail and restaurant space including the famous Sweetings.
Construction is set to start in August 2027 with no contractor yet confirmed for the work.The scheme has been developed through close engagement with the City of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-albert-buildings-refurb/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-albert-buildings-refurb/ The scale of the £23m-turnover firm’s debts across its supply chain was revealed in a Companies House update by administrator Quantuma.
Mackoy went down last month and was then sold out of administration in a pre-pack deal to Geocore Civils Limited saving 20 jobs.Geocore Civils Limited was established on May 12 by directors Benjamin Bousfield and Michael Mayock.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/groundworks-firm-mackoy-went-under-owing-suppliers-55m/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/groundworks-firm-mackoy-went-under-owing-suppliers-55m/ The new vehicle, branded the Impact Partnership Joint Venture, will initially take control of the Euston, Silvertown and Stratford Cross regeneration schemes, with a dedicated development management company established to oversee delivery.
Together the first three proj]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lendlease-and-the-crown-estate-finalise-24bn-development-jv/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lendlease-and-the-crown-estate-finalise-24bn-development-jv/ Warsaw-based developer SGE has submitted plans under the Government’s Advanced Nuclear Framework for a 4.2GW programme based on GE Vernova Hitachi’s BWRX-300 reactor technology.
The privately-funded scheme would be Britain’s largest privately-led nuclear investment and could generate enough electricity to meet around 11% of the count]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/laing-orourke-joins-bid-for-14-reactor-uk-smr-fleet/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/laing-orourke-joins-bid-for-14-reactor-uk-smr-fleet/ Home Office minister Alex Norris said: “The reforms introduce, for the first time, an extension of the Right to Work Scheme and the associated civil penalties for non-compliance, to cover companies who contract workers or individual subcontractors to provide services under their c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/right-to-work-checks-for-self-employed-start-in-october/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/right-to-work-checks-for-self-employed-start-in-october/ Revenue for the year to 30 September 2025 climbed 8% to £319m, while pre-tax profit surged 55% to £17m as improved project margins and tighter cost control boosted performance.
This saw operating group margin hit 5% up from 3.5% in the prior year, while revenue expansion saw headcount rise by 12% to 469 during]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/record-order-book-fires-phoenix-me-towards-400m-turnover/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/record-order-book-fires-phoenix-me-towards-400m-turnover/ The UK’s second largest privately-owned house builder lifted revenue to £1.16bn in the year to 31 March 2026 from £1.15bn previously, while pre-tax profit increased to £93m from £91m.
Housing completions jumped 18% to 3,329 homes from 2,811 a year earli]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hill-plots-23bn-growth-drive-after-resilient-results/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hill-plots-23bn-growth-drive-after-resilient-results/ The figure is a significant decrease on the previous year’s total of 35 and the five-year average for fatal injuries in the sector which stands at 37.
Construction again accounted for the largest number of fatal accidents across all industries with the total death toll standing at 126 during the year.The most common cause of fatal injuries conti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-site-deaths-fall-to-25/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-site-deaths-fall-to-25/ The development will deliver office space alongside ground-floor retail and a new 0.5 acre greenspace.
Liverpool City Council is working with Kier Property to bring forward the first phase of the scheme, which forms part of a wider masterplan set to transform the Pall Mall area into a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vinci-wins-contract-for-liverpool-pall-mall-scheme/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vinci-wins-contract-for-liverpool-pall-mall-scheme/ The cartel watchdog first launched its probe in December 2024 over suspected anti-competitive arrangements linked to roofing work for schools applying to the Department for Education’s Condition Improvement Fund.
It has now confirmed the businesses currently under investigation are:AMR]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/12-roofing-firms-named-in-ongoing-bid-rigging-probe/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/12-roofing-firms-named-in-ongoing-bid-rigging-probe/ The Milton Keynes-based business employed more than 50 staff and specialised in structural steelwork, architectural metalwork and balcony packages from its 100,000 sq ft fabrication facility on a 12-acre site.
The firm traced its roots back more than 30 years, supplying steel-framed buildings before expanding into major commercial, regeneration and residential projects, delivering structu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/steelwork-specialist-barretts-of-aspley-ceases-trading/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/steelwork-specialist-barretts-of-aspley-ceases-trading/ The one-year framework, with an option to extend for a further 12 months, will support cable installation work for National Grid Electricity Transmission and its electricity distribution businesses across the East Midlands, West Midlands, South West and South Wales.
The successful firms are:Balfour Beatty Utility Solution]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/eight-picked-for-national-grids-640m-cable-programme/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/eight-picked-for-national-grids-640m-cable-programme/ The £4m job starts this month and is aimed at improving connectivity and reducing congestion on one of the region’s busiest strategic road networks.
Skanska’s scope includes a 1.6km free-flow link road connecting the A11 northbound to the A47 eastbound via two new underpasses, together with a further 1km local link roa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kelly-formwork-lands-4m-deal-from-skanska/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kelly-formwork-lands-4m-deal-from-skanska/ The new home for Matford Brook Academy in Exeter was left unfinished when ISG went into administration in September 2024.
Pupils have been taught since in a  series of temporary building while Kier was called in earlier this year to assess the state of the new permanent building.Kier’s report to the Department for Education found found the building does not meet the req]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/isg-school-to-be-demolished-over-structural-issues/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/isg-school-to-be-demolished-over-structural-issues/ The Prime Minister said: “Some capital projects – for example on roads and energy, which are important, but not immediately vital will no longer go ahead as planned.”
Starmer said the extra defence spending would be funded by “reallocating spending from across government departments – reallocating capital budgets by one penny in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/road-schemes-to-be-scrapped-to-pay-for-better-defence/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/road-schemes-to-be-scrapped-to-pay-for-better-defence/ The Poole-based contractor has been awarded both phases of the landmark Hawkwood Road development on behalf of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council.
Phase one will include a new two-storey community centre, four retail kiosks and a new pedestrian link alongside associated landscaping, drainage and community space improvements.Phase two will see the construction of 68 res]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ajc-group-lands-24m-bournemouth-scheme/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ajc-group-lands-24m-bournemouth-scheme/ The growth spurt puts the private equity-backed infrastructure services giant behind only Balfour Beatty, Morgan Sindall and Kier in the UK contractor rankings.
Revenue climbed 23% to £3.1bn in the year to 31 March while EBITDA before exceptional items surged 40% to £218m from £156m.Across the group, EBITDA margin also impro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/m-group-storms-into-uk-contractor-top-four/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/m-group-storms-into-uk-contractor-top-four/ Murray will start his new role in September overseeing a portfolio of projects including Hinkley Point C and Net Zero Teesside.
He will also lead Balfour Beatty’s engagement in emerging complex infrastructure markets, including Small Modular Reactors and the UK reservoir programme.Murray most recently served as Chief Executive of Connect Plus, the 30-year consortium that inc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-boss-to-lead-balfour-major-projects-arm/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-boss-to-lead-balfour-major-projects-arm/ The contractor has signed an early contractor involvement deal with SSEN Transmission for design and buildability support on the Peterhead site in Aberdeenshire.
EGL3 is being developed by SSEN Transmission and National Grid Electricity Transmission and is billed as the UK’s biggest ever electricity transmission project.The 2GW, 525kV high-voltage direct cur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bam-bags-first-civils-package-on-giant-egl3-link/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bam-bags-first-civils-package-on-giant-egl3-link/ The family-owned Rugby contractor saw turnover rise to £150m in the year to March 2026 from £113m last time.
Pre-tax profit climbed to £2.8m from £1m, while cash in the business rose sharply to £21m.Chief executive Tom Wakeford said: “We are pleased with our significantly improved performance in difficult market conditions, notably the increase in pro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/stepnell-builds-profit-as-turnover-hits-150m/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/stepnell-builds-profit-as-turnover-hits-150m/ The sale will offer contractors, plant hire businesses, builders, groundworkers and equipment buyers the opportunity to acquire a substantial fleet of fresh, low-hour machinery and commercial vehicles direct from one of the South East’s leading operators.
The online auction takes place on Thursday 2 July. Much of the equ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fleet-up-for-sale-as-plant-hire-boss-retires/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fleet-up-for-sale-as-plant-hire-boss-retires/ The Flannery family has retained a significant interest alongside DWS, and Patrick and Martin Flannery will continue to lead the business as joint CEOs.
The deal will support the next phase of growth for the business as it continues to provide services to major infrastructure projects.Flannery is the largest operated heavy construction plant-hire company in the UK, combining the lease of large-scale specialist]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/investment-giant-dws-buys-stake-in-flannery-plant-hire/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/investment-giant-dws-buys-stake-in-flannery-plant-hire/ Skanska announced the cancellation of the £297m contract this morning by National Highways, warning it adversely impacted the Swedish group’s order book in the second quarter.
The scheme to dual 6.5km of the A46 received development consent late last year but no timetable for the project’s start has been released.Subcontractors had been pricing w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/national-highways-axes-skanskas-300m-a46-newark-bypass/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/national-highways-axes-skanskas-300m-a46-newark-bypass/ Skanska announced the cancellation of the £297m contract this morning by National Highways, warning it adversely impacted the Swedish group’s order book in the second quarter.
The scheme to dual 6.5km of the A46 received development consent late last year but no timetable for the project’s start has been released.Subcontractors had been pricing w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/highways-chiefs-axe-skanskas-300m-a46-newark-bypass-contract/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/highways-chiefs-axe-skanskas-300m-a46-newark-bypass-contract/ Work is due for completion in 2029 and will create around 270,000 sq ft of high-quality office accommodation across 23 storeys, alongside retail space and public realm at ground level.
The former Landsec scheme had been on hold but private equity real estate firm AshbyCapital is taking the project forward with Landsec retaining a role as development manager.Skanska’s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/skanska-gets-start-date-for-55-old-broad-street/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/skanska-gets-start-date-for-55-old-broad-street/ The developer wants to build a 39-storey, 818-bed student scheme at 10-12 Whitworth Street West, close to Deansgate Locks.
Domis Construction is advising the client for planning, drawing up the construction and logistics plan for the job, while Gardiner & Theobald is on board as cost manager. Consultant Amber is MEP engineer with Shear Design providing structural design.
The vacant plot has a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fusion-plans-39-storey-manchester-student-tower/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fusion-plans-39-storey-manchester-student-tower/ A National Audit Office report said the Department for Transport and HS2 Ltd are making progress on the overhaul.
But the watchdog warned major risks remain around commercial deals, cost control, delivery skills and the unresolved London terminus.
DfT now estimates HS2 will cost between £88bn and £103bn to complete — around doub]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-reset-hinges-on-contractor-deals-and-8bn-euston-plan/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-reset-hinges-on-contractor-deals-and-8bn-euston-plan/ The current framework delivers around £500m of projects a year across London, the South East and the South West and the new deal will run for an initial four years from May 2027.
Delivered jointly by Hampshire and Devon County Councils, since its inception in 2006, SCF has supported the delivery of £10bn of public sector construction projects.SCF6 wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scf-starts-hunt-for-2bn-framework-contractors/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scf-starts-hunt-for-2bn-framework-contractors/ The incident happened on 27 July 2021, at a site in Copthall North near Uxbridge, West London.
The site was being run by SCS Railways, a joint venture of Skanska Construction UK Limited, Costain Limited and Strabag AG.The tipper truck fell approximately two metres and landed on the driver’s side. The man behind the wh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-contractors-fined-400000-after-tipper-truck-fall/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-contractors-fined-400000-after-tipper-truck-fall/ Scottish health secretary Angela Constance said the proposed new hospital at Wester Moffat, near Airdrie, failed to represent value for money and ordered a “comprehensive redesign” of the project.
The decision throws fresh uncertainty over the programme and is lik]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scottish-ministers-halt-21bn-laing-orourke-hospital-job/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scottish-ministers-halt-21bn-laing-orourke-hospital-job/ Ministers yesterday confirmed the final shape of the new safeguard measures ahead of their introduction on 1 July, after weeks of lobbying from the construction and fabrication sectors.
Under the plans, imported steel sections will face quotas and tariffs, but fabricated steelwo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ministers-fail-to-plug-imported-fabricated-steel-tariff-gap/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ministers-fail-to-plug-imported-fabricated-steel-tariff-gap/ The disruption was triggered when workers staged a sit-in protest on 2 June over safety concerns about new clocking-in stations, moved further into the job and away from canteens. Workers claimed the new clocking stations were dangerously close to a crane-lift zone which is denied by management.
Project bosse]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hinkley-mampe-dispute-leaves-hundreds-off-site-for-three-weeks/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hinkley-mampe-dispute-leaves-hundreds-off-site-for-three-weeks/ Developer CXG Glasgow has secured detailed consent for a 620-bed purpose-built student accommodation block at Elmbank Gardens, marking the first phase of the wider Charing Cross Gateway masterplan.
Designed by Michael Laird Architects, the tower will rise on the corner of Bath Street and Newton Street as part of a mixed-use redevelopment tha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/glasgow-green-lights-25-storey-student-tower/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 23:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/glasgow-green-lights-25-storey-student-tower/ Jupp steps into the managing director role on 1 July, taking charge of a 2,000-strong operation delivering highway construction and maintenance work across local authority and strategic road networks.
The appointment crowns more than 23 years with Kier, where Jupp has risen through a string of leadership roles, most recently as finance director for its transportation]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-promotes-finance-chief-to-head-highways-business/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 22:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-promotes-finance-chief-to-head-highways-business/ The 40-year-old takes over after a decade with the Gloucestershire contractor, replacing Simon Carey, who becomes group chairman after leading the firm since 2004.
Employee Ownership Trust-backed Barnwood employs 230 people across its Construction, Shopfitting & Interiors and General Works divisions and delivered more]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-boss-takes-charge-at-118m-revenue-barnwood/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-boss-takes-charge-at-118m-revenue-barnwood/ Antonio Rodrigues, 55, had been working as a labourer for Lima Construction Limited on a project to redevelop a former department store on the High Street in New Malden, into a mixture of commercial and residential units.
On 27 July 2022, Rodrigues fell from an external scaffolding platform through an unglazed window void, landing on an internal concrete ground f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/labourer-falls-to-death-through-window-opening/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/labourer-falls-to-death-through-window-opening/ The contracts will see CField build a combined 1,269 purpose-built student beds and 79 affordable homes, with both developments due to open for the 2028 academic year.The biggest award is a £97m mixed-use scheme at Wood Green in north London. The project comprises a 636-bed PBSA block alongside 79 affordable homes and new public realm ar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cfield-lands-176m-fusion-student-housing-double/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cfield-lands-176m-fusion-student-housing-double/ GLA Land and Property has started market testing for the redevelopment of the 25-acre Albert Island site in Newham, where the capital’s iconic fish and meat markets are set to relocate.
The winning team will work alongside the City of London Corporation to build around 300,000 sq ft of new wholesale ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/developer-hunt-for-london-iconic-meat-and-fish-markets-rebuild/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/developer-hunt-for-london-iconic-meat-and-fish-markets-rebuild/ Consultant Arcadis has increased the upper end of its previously already high tender price inflation forecasts for 2026 and 2027 by one percentage point to reflect the risk of Gulf-driven inflation following the recent Iran conflict.
The biggest pain is expected to hit infrastructure projects, where higher oil prices feed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fresh-inflation-storm-gathers-over-construction/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fresh-inflation-storm-gathers-over-construction/ The joint venture between Pension Insurance Corporation, Muse and Homes England wants to build two apartment blocks rising to eight and 10 storeys on Charterhall Drive, close to Chester railway station.
The scheme will deliver 342 one and two-bedroom affordable flats on land within the &po]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/habiko-targets-chester-with-342-home-affordable-flats-scheme/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/habiko-targets-chester-with-342-home-affordable-flats-scheme/ The latest award further strengthens Balfour’s foothold in the booming electricity transmission market as network operators accelerate investment to connect a new generation of renewable energy projects.
The two-year deal, awarded through SSEN’s Accelerat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-lands-325m-ssen-grid-superhub-job-in-scotland/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-lands-325m-ssen-grid-superhub-job-in-scotland/ The contractor has signed a building contract with Marick Real Estate to redevelop 38-40 George Street, close to Gloucester Green, in its first development partnership with the investor.
Enabling works and demolition are due to begin in late August before the main construction phase gets under way, with completion targeted for early 2029.
The scheme will transform the site into a design-led aparthotel f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/watkin-jones-lands-50m-oxford-aparthotel-job/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/watkin-jones-lands-50m-oxford-aparthotel-job/ Sisk will start work this summer on Phase 3C, the final two Frank Gehry-designed buildings that will complete Electric Boulevard.
The project is expected to carry a build cost of £250m–£280m and includes a substantial basement and podium structure supporting two buildings rising to 15 storeys.Phase 3C is expected to create around 400 construction job]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sisk-confirmed-for-280m-battersea-power-station-resi-job/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sisk-confirmed-for-280m-battersea-power-station-resi-job/ The contractor has rolled out mandatory raspberry-coloured hi-vis vests for all subcontractor operatives on its projects as part of a colour-coded identification system designed to boost visibility and accountability.
Under the system, BW project teams wear black hi-vis, visitors wear white and subcontractors now wear raspberry jackets.The move is now in place across 14 live fit-out projects involving 13]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fit-out-firm-bw-gives-subbies-the-raspberry-with-new-hi-vis-rule/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fit-out-firm-bw-gives-subbies-the-raspberry-with-new-hi-vis-rule/ The contractor has rolled out mandatory raspberry-coloured hi-vis vests for all subcontractor operatives on its projects as part of a colour-coded identification system designed to boost visibility and accountability.
Under the system, BW project teams wear black hi-vis, visitors wear white and subcontractors wear raspberry.The move is now in place across 14 live fit-out projects involving 137 supply cha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bw-gives-subbies-the-raspberry-with-new-hi-vis-rule/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bw-gives-subbies-the-raspberry-with-new-hi-vis-rule/ The UK’s largest independent engineering and infrastructure services group hiked pretax profit 47% to £26m in the year to February as turnover rose 7% to £707m.
The business also increased headcount by 5% to 3,648 employees and recruited more than 55 apprentices as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ng-bailey-tops-700m-as-grid-boom-powers-profit-growth/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ng-bailey-tops-700m-as-grid-boom-powers-profit-growth/ The partners have also signed heads of terms to establish a joint venture to develop the SMR scheme under the Government’s Advanced Nuclear Framework, which is designed to accelerate advanced nuclear projects backed by private investment.
The proposed development would see the former coal]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/major-nuclear-project-plan-for-former-cottam-power-station/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/major-nuclear-project-plan-for-former-cottam-power-station/ Caddick Construction, Graham, McLaren Construction, Robertson Construction Group and Vinci Building have all secured their first places on the enlarged major projects framework. Meanwhile, BAM Construction and Bowmer + Kirkland have failed to make the cut]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/eleven-firms-land-places-on-15bn-yorbuild-framework-refresh/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/eleven-firms-land-places-on-15bn-yorbuild-framework-refresh/ Executive chair Rob Perrins said the ever-lengthening process of securing planning permission, agreeing Section 106 obligations, satisfying statutory consultees, clearing pre-commencement conditions and obtaining Building Safety Regulator approvals was choking investment and stifling]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/berkeley-warns-flat-delivery-times-have-jumped-to-eight-years/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/berkeley-warns-flat-delivery-times-have-jumped-to-eight-years/ An initial £1.2bn of reconductoring projects covering over 1,000km of routes have been allocated to Balfour Beatty, M Group, Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, Murphy and OTW, through a partnership model which transforms how National Grid works with its supply chain.
Reconductoring involves upgrading e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/five-firms-win-12bn-of-overhead-power-line-work/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/five-firms-win-12bn-of-overhead-power-line-work/ The move will form the foundation of Eque2’s next-generation estimating platform, strengthening its ability to give contractors greater control over costs, risk and margin from the earliest stages of construction projects.
Chalkstring’s market-leading cloud estimating and cost management technology will become a core part of Eque2’s future est]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/eque2-acquires-chalkstring/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/eque2-acquires-chalkstring/ The approval clears the way for the demolition of existing buildings and construction of replacement teaching accommodation and sports facilities on the Castlegate Drive site.
Bowmer + Kirkland is lined up to deliver the project, thought to be worth over £40m, which will provide a modern campus for 1,440 pupils and 135 full-time staff.The existing school wil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bk-gets-green-light-for-40m-cumbria-school-rebuild/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bk-gets-green-light-for-40m-cumbria-school-rebuild/ The ruling marks one of the first major contribution claims under the Building Safety Act to reach judgment and underlines the financial risks facing product manufacturers linked to historic cladding defects.
The Technology and Construction Court heard that Mulalley had designed and b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mulalley-wins-18m-claim-over-defective-tower-render-system/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mulalley-wins-18m-claim-over-defective-tower-render-system/ The framework will support delivery of highways and public realm schemes under the council’s new mixed-economy service model, running alongside the authority’s new Public Realm Contract from June 2026.
Tarmac landed the biggest single package, securing the £55m surfacing lot, while Eurovia won the £12.5m surface dressing package and Telent took the t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/herefordshire-unveils-95m-highways-framework-line-up/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/herefordshire-unveils-95m-highways-framework-line-up/ Britain’s biggest steelwork contractor booked £50m of exceptional charges during the year to 28 March 2026, including £22m of impairment charges and £13m linked to closing its Modular Solutions arm.The long-running bridge defects saga also continu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/severfield-sinks-to-40m-loss-as-new-boss-clears-decks-for-recovery/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/severfield-sinks-to-40m-loss-as-new-boss-clears-decks-for-recovery/ The club has acquired a 25-acre triangle of land between Wharfside Way, Europa Way and John Gilbert Way, immediately behind the Stretford End, providing enough space to construct what would become the largest football stadium in the UK.
The new ground, dubbed ‘New Trafford’ in project docume]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/man-utd-secure-land-for-giant-100000-seat-stadium/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 20:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/man-utd-secure-land-for-giant-100000-seat-stadium/ The four-year deal, awarded through National Grid’s EPC framework, forms a key element of the Great Grid Upgrade programme and will increase transmission capacity on the network.
Under the contract, Balfour will design and install an extension to the existing substation, creating connections for four new]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-lands-121m-suffolk-substation-extension-deal/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-lands-121m-suffolk-substation-extension-deal/ The contract, awarded for an initial 8.5-year term with the option to extend for a further four years, has an estimated total value of £1.25bn over 12.5 years.
It covers the design, construction, inspection and maintenance of Westminster’s public highway assets, including carriageways, footways, s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fm-conway-lands-125bn-westminster-highways-deal/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fm-conway-lands-125bn-westminster-highways-deal/ Sarah Collins and Jonathan Marston of Alvarez & Marsal Europe LLP were appointed joint administrators on 18 June.
The administration affects Devonshire Homes Limited only and does not extend to other Devonshire Homes-branded developments or assoc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tory-mp-linked-house-builder-falls-into-administration/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tory-mp-linked-house-builder-falls-into-administration/ The Environment Agency and Somerset Council have awarded the Construction Continuation Contract, allowing work to progress on the barrier structure.
The latest award forms part of a phased procurement strategy adopted by the Environment Agency to minimise financial risk, manage constructio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-confirms-next-101m-phase-of-bridgwater-tidal-barrier-job/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-confirms-next-101m-phase-of-bridgwater-tidal-barrier-job/ The contractor swung to an operating profit of £7.2m in 2025 from a £38m loss the previous year as pre-tax profit recovered to £3.9m from a £44m loss.Turnover fell by nearly a third to £140m as the business deliberately shrank to rebuild margins and focus on lower-risk]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/alun-griffiths-returns-to-profit-after-owner-led-rescue-and-reset/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/alun-griffiths-returns-to-profit-after-owner-led-rescue-and-reset/ The Hertfordshire-based firm increased its annual revenue by 63% on the last financial year driven by higher average project values and stronger client retention.
The firm specialises in fit out and refurbishment projects that improve the sustainability and functionality of properties across the industrial, logistics, office and specialist sectors.Pexhurst also benefited from broadening its workload outside of th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/refurb-and-fit-out-specialist-pexhurst-hits-70m-turnover/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/refurb-and-fit-out-specialist-pexhurst-hits-70m-turnover/ The contractor has been appointed by Walsall Council under a direct award through the Pagabo Major Works Framework to deliver the Connected Gateway and Adult Learning Centre project, including enabling works, demolition and the main build.
The scheme will breathe new life into the Park Street building at the Saddlers Shopping Centre, wh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-seals-pound35m-deal-to-give-empty-walsall-mamps-a-second-life/Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-seals-pound35m-deal-to-give-empty-walsall-mamps-a-second-life/ In a significant ruling on adjudication natural justice, the Technology and Construction Court found that the adjudicator had gone off on a “frolic of his own” when deciding a dispute between Premier Modular and Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust over delays to a hospital th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/judge-scraps-premier-modulars-165m-adjudication-win/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/judge-scraps-premier-modulars-165m-adjudication-win/ Winning contractors will support the delivery of critical infrastructure projects as part of SSEN Transmission’s £29bn investment programme to upgrade the network.
The deal covers a broad range of onshore transmission works, including civils, building construction, overhead lines and underground cable installation.Paul L]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/74bn-supply-chain-hunt-starts-for-electricity-network-upgrade/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/74bn-supply-chain-hunt-starts-for-electricity-network-upgrade/ The company called in administrators last month. Its sister company OEP Building Services went into administration in 2021 owing 135 suppliers £1.7m.
OEP UK bought OEP Building Services in a pre-pack sale for £85,000 led by managing director Iain Crabtree.Since the original deal was finalised OEP UK hasdwon a series of pod supply deals with major contractors and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bathroom-pod-maker-oep-went-down-owing-35m/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bathroom-pod-maker-oep-went-down-owing-35m/ Napier will join the UK’s biggest house builder on 3 August, replacing interim arrangements put in place following last year’s merger between Barratt Developments and Redrow.
She joins after serving as chief financial officer at Britvic until the soft drinks group’s takeover by Carlsberg last year. Before that, she spent 17 years at IAG, including]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barratt-redrow-hires-ex-britvic-finance-chief-as-cfo/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barratt-redrow-hires-ex-britvic-finance-chief-as-cfo/ Allen, who joined Mace at the start of 2023 after serving as chief executive officer at Wates, will leave in October after overseeing a major overhaul of the group’s finance operations, including its refinancing last year and the recent carve-out of Mace Consult]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-loses-another-key-executive-ahead-of-business-rebrand/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-loses-another-key-executive-ahead-of-business-rebrand/ Griffiths will be hosting a Meet the Buyer Day in Bristol on July 15 2026 at Bedminster Cricket Club.
Deputy Managing Director Simon Dunn said: “Following the recent appointment to a number of frameworks and projects in Bristol, North Somerset, Somerset and Gloucestershire, we would like to meet new supply chain partners to support project delivery.&l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/alun-griffiths-looking-to-expand-supply-chain-in-the-south-west/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/alun-griffiths-looking-to-expand-supply-chain-in-the-south-west/ Multiplex was acquired by Brookfield in 2007 and became a standalone construction business as part of Brookfield Business Corporation in 2016.
The company is a main contractor across the UK, Australia and Canada and a major player in the London commercial market.Anuj Ranjan, CEO of Brookfield Business Corporation, said: “Multiplex is a le]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/multiplex-sold-to-japanese-contractor-obayashi/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/multiplex-sold-to-japanese-contractor-obayashi/ The National Groundworkers Framework will cover everything from site clearance, earthworks and foundations to drainage, utilities, roads and external works for both Places for People and its development arm, PfP Developments.
M&J Evans Construction, Carmac (Building & Civil Engineering), Churngold Construction and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pfp-digs-for-partners-on-295m-groundworks-deal/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pfp-digs-for-partners-on-295m-groundworks-deal/ Ministers are drawing up a national register of approved retrofit installers and arming regulators with powers to ban poor performers after the home insulation scandal left up to 23,000 properties needing repair work.
The move comes after a blistering National Audit Office investigation found that 98% of external wall insulation installations inspected under govern]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/approved-installer-register-to-tackle-home-insulation-scandal/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/approved-installer-register-to-tackle-home-insulation-scandal/ Van Elle chief executive Mark Cutler will move to an advisory role across the Strabag UK business.
Moving forward, former COO Malcolm O’Sullivan and preconstruction director Matt Love are promoted to joint managing director roles, working alongside chief financial officer Graeme Campbell.Strabag’s move for the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/strabag-uk-rejigs-van-elle-leadership-after-takeover/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/strabag-uk-rejigs-van-elle-leadership-after-takeover/ Elliott Group has appointed MEP to deliver Affidea’s flagship medical centre at Wimbledon Quarter – the first private medical centre to be located in a UK retail destination.
Opening late 2026, the centre will provide private GP care, a minor injuries unit, advanced di]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gamph-lands-pound16m-brace-of-mampe-deals/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gamph-lands-pound16m-brace-of-mampe-deals/ Elliott Group has appointed MEP to deliver Affidea’s flagship medical centre at Wimbledon Quarter – the first private medical centre to be located in a UK retail destination.
Opening late 2026, the centre will provide private GP care, a minor injuries unit, advanced di]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gamph-bags-pound16m-brace-of-mampe-deals/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gamph-bags-pound16m-brace-of-mampe-deals/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/agd-offers-super-productive-crawler-cranes/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/agd-offers-super-productive-crawler-cranes/ At the heart of the Land East of Sevenoaks High Street project will be a new leisure centre alongside a new cultural hub and market hall, improved public transport links, new public green spaces and new energy-efficient homes.
During construction, 263 new jobs could be created.In the coming months, Wates will produce early project designs for the public to have their say. Following]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-wins-138m-sevenoaks-town-centre-revamp/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-wins-138m-sevenoaks-town-centre-revamp/ Two insolvency practitioners – BTG and Panos Eliades Callender & Co – are now acting as joint administrators for five Ardmore companies.
The companies in administration are Ardmore Construction Group, Ardmore Major Projects, Ardmore Fitout, Ardmore Regeneration and Landmark Facades last Thursday. A sixth business,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ardmore-collapse-triggers-275-job-losses/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ardmore-collapse-triggers-275-job-losses/ Sources in the market say surety providers are braced for a £100m hit compounding a few torrid years of losses from high-profile contractor collapses.
One source told the Enquirer: “While Ardmore’s hit will be less than the £160m from the collapse of Henry Projects it will still spook the surety market and the cost of bonding is sure to rise again.
Surety provider]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ardmore-collapse-hits-bond-providers-for-100m/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ardmore-collapse-hits-bond-providers-for-100m/ The new 1.5-mile road will connect the A47 with the existing A10 to serve up to four thousand new homes planned for the new Growth Area south of King’s Lynn. Once opened, the new road will become part of the A10.
Costain will also oversee creation of new roundabouts that will provide access to the new housing areas, a cycle p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-lands-road-job-to-unlock-giant-estate/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-lands-road-job-to-unlock-giant-estate/ The plant and tool hire giant showed revenue flat at £416.1m for the year to March 31 2026 as pre-tax losses deepened to £32.3m from £1.5m last time.
Bosses blamed “continued macro‑economic uncertainty and subdued activity level” and higher borrowing costs for investment in new kit.Chief Executive Dan Rayner said better times were ahead as the company’s “Velocity” gr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/speedy-hire-racks-up-32m-loss/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/speedy-hire-racks-up-32m-loss/ The investment package will be delivered through a team of framework partners including RE:GEN Group, Esh Construction, Bell Group, PHS and Isoler.
Works will include external decorations, new kitchens and bathrooms, electrical rewires, replacement communal entrance doors and roof renewals.The programme forms part of Gentoo’s long-term investment strat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/regen-esh-and-bell-set-for-slice-of-48m-gentoo-retrofit-push/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/regen-esh-and-bell-set-for-slice-of-48m-gentoo-retrofit-push/ Martin Stanley has been promoted to the newly-created role of technical director after 20 years with the business.
He will oversee technical, design, operational systems, quality and digital functions, with responsibility spanning business development, preconstruction and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bachy-creates-technical-director-role-as-ex-skanska-boss-joins/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bachy-creates-technical-director-role-as-ex-skanska-boss-joins/ The Enquirer understands Higgins’ contract is worth around £27m to deliver 52 new affordable homes across two six-storey blocks.
Declan Higgins, Chief Executive Officer for Higgins Group, said: “Alongside providing high-quality, affordable homes, we will work closely with the local community to cr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/higgins-lands-first-phase-of-500m-estate-revamp/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/higgins-lands-first-phase-of-500m-estate-revamp/ The Construction Consultants (TCC) have been appointed to support the development of a new £800,000 Costa Coffee drive-through on the Sentinel Trade Park in Shrewsbury.
This is the 10th Costa Coffee project supported by TCC. The consultancy has worked on Costa developments in Bristol, Wolverhampton and Andover among other locations.
TCC is providing employers agent ser]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tcc-helps-with-new-costa-coffee-drive-through/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tcc-helps-with-new-costa-coffee-drive-through/ The contractor, which completed pre-construction services on the scheme, will now start main construction work on the project, expected to take around two years to complete.
The new building forms a key part of the museum’s wider transformation programme and sits at the heart of the York Central reg]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-signals-start-of-17m-railway-museum-rebuild/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-signals-start-of-17m-railway-museum-rebuild/ The Camden Film Quarter project at Regis Road in Kentish Town will deliver 11 purpose-built sound stages, more than 100,000 sq ft of creative workspace and 485 homes, half of them affordable.
Developer Yoo Capital said the scheme would create a fully integrated screen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/1bn-london-film-quarter-scheme-in-camden-approved/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/1bn-london-film-quarter-scheme-in-camden-approved/ Ministers have launched a £3.9m procurement for an innovation lead to spearhead the Regenerative Schools Pilot, a flagship initiative that will test new construction methods, bio-based materials and nature-led design solutions for future school buildings.
The successful consultant will become the Department’s principa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/race-starts-to-create-blueprint-for-ultra-low-carbon-schools/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/race-starts-to-create-blueprint-for-ultra-low-carbon-schools/ Public money from the Greater London Authority will be pumped into the scheme to deliver 7,000 new homes in the Royal Docks.
The move sees City Hall becoming an active developer – intervening in London’s land market to “maximise affordable housing delivery and accelerate the speed of building”.The ini]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-mayor-invests-100m-in-silvertown-revamp/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-mayor-invests-100m-in-silvertown-revamp/ The Essex-based contractor beat Ringway, VolkerHighways, M Group Highways and Costain to secure the seven-year contract, which starts in October and can be extended by a further three years.
West Berkshire spends more than £15m a year on highway maintenance, covering reactive and planned works, winter maintenance and asset management, a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/marlborough-beats-big-rivals-to-150m-west-berkshire-roads-deal/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/marlborough-beats-big-rivals-to-150m-west-berkshire-roads-deal/ Steve Zschoch, now 60, was working for contractors Diacutt Limited on 23 February 2024 at Paxton House in the City of London. The refurbishment project, which was being run by principal contractor Roots Contractors Limited, involved cutting openings through five concrete floors to create a service riser shaft]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/platform-collapse-fractures-neck-of-drilling-worker/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/platform-collapse-fractures-neck-of-drilling-worker/ The contractor has been appointed by Lisbon Street Developments, a joint venture between Marrico Asset Management and Helios Real Estate, to deliver 578 build-to-rent flats on the former International Swimming Pool site close to Leeds city centre.
Construction is expected to sta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winvic-lands-130m-leeds-btr-towers-job/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winvic-lands-130m-leeds-btr-towers-job/ The contractor has been appointed by Lisbon Street Developments, a joint venture between Marrico Asset Management and Helios Real Estate, to deliver 578 build-to-rent flats on the former International Swimming Pool site close to Leeds city centre.
Construction is expected to sta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winvic-lands-130m-leeds-btr-towers-after-gateway-2-approval/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winvic-lands-130m-leeds-btr-towers-after-gateway-2-approval/ The green light unlocks delivery of the Vivere Residences scheme at Cornbrook, where developer Forshaw Land & Property Group plans to build 237 flats alongside an 88-key aparthotel on a prominent gateway site next to Cornbrook Metrolink station.
The mixed-use project forms part of Peel Waters’ wider Ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/domis-clears-gateway-2-hurdle-for-manchester-tower/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/domis-clears-gateway-2-hurdle-for-manchester-tower/ Mitchell led the delivery of the £5bn Thames Tideway Tunnel project, one of the UK’s largest infrastructure schemes, before stepping down from the business earlier this year.
The honour recognises his role overseeing the financing, construction and delivery of London’s successful 25km “super sewer” project.Se]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-leaders-recognised-in-kings-birthday-honours/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-leaders-recognised-in-kings-birthday-honours/ Industry leaders claim the measures are creating a major loophole that will penalise UK fabricators while allowing overseas competitors to ship in fabricated steelwork tariff-free.
The Construction Leadership Council and British Construction Steelwork Association has stepped up lobbying efforts ahead of th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/steel-tariff-loophole-puts-30000-fabrication-jobs-on-the-line/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/steel-tariff-loophole-puts-30000-fabrication-jobs-on-the-line/ Industry sources estimate the training body could be in line for a payout of up-to £20m.
The windfall will come from the closing ITB Pension Fund which manages money for all current and former industry training boards.The closure of the scheme was triggered after it reached maximum funding levels.
The ongoing pension needs of employees will be met by an i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/citb-set-for-20m-pension-windfall/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/citb-set-for-20m-pension-windfall/ The nine-lot framework will become the force’s main route for delivering capital works from February 2027 and could run for up to five years if an extension option is exercised.
Works will range from internal refurbishments, fit-outs and M&E upgrades through to demolition, asbestos removal, security i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/met-police-launches-560m-construction-framework-hunt/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/met-police-launches-560m-construction-framework-hunt/ The nine-lot framework will become the force’s main route for delivering capital works from February 2027 and could run for up to five years if an extension option is exercised.
Works will range from internal refurbishments, fit-outs and M&E upgrades through to demolition, asbestos removal, security i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/met-police-launch-560m-construction-framework-hunt/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/met-police-launch-560m-construction-framework-hunt/ The firm has written to staff below managing director level, inviting them to apply for an enhanced voluntary exit scheme
Vistry has not specified the number of roles impacted, emphasising the programme offers options for employees amid operational changes.
The move comes weeks after new chief executive Adam Daniels paused the group’s share buyback programme and w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-launches-voluntary-exit-scheme-for-staff/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-launches-voluntary-exit-scheme-for-staff/ The Construction & Capital Works framework is designed to support new-build and refurbishment projects for schools, colleges, universities, academies, museums and wider public sector clients.
The agreement is split into 45 regional and contract-form lots covering]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scores-bag-places-on-95bn-education-building-framework/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scores-bag-places-on-95bn-education-building-framework/ Mackoy went into administration on Tuesday with Quantuma taking charge of the £23m turnover business which was one of the biggest groundworks specialists in the South of England focused on infrastructure for housing and commercial schemes.
Qauntuma said the pre-pack sale protects 20 jobs and “secures the future of the business” which is based in Chandler&]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/groundworks-firm-mackoy-bought-in-pre-pack-deal/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/groundworks-firm-mackoy-bought-in-pre-pack-deal/ Demolition of the existing building is scheduled to begin this Autumn 2026 with construction works expected to start in early 2027. The new leisure centre and homes are anticipated to be completed in 2029.
The existing leisure centre in Shadwell will be demolished and replaced with a modern four-storey]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/guildmore-gets-start-date-for-68m-leisure-centre/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/guildmore-gets-start-date-for-68m-leisure-centre/ The Tata-owned business will part company with McAlpine at the end of this month and is preparing to install a new construction partner to take the vast battery manufacturing scheme through its next phase.
Agratas has not revealed who will replace McAlpine, but industry sources told the Enquirer that logistic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcalpine-replaced-on-4bn-somerset-gigafactory-job/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcalpine-replaced-on-4bn-somerset-gigafactory-job/ McNerney, who joined from Laing O’Rourke last November, has completed a review of Severfield’s markets, operations and organisational structure following a turbulent year for the group.
As part of the shake-up, he has appointed former Laing O’Rourke colleague Vasily Lovkovskiy as head of transformation.Lovkovskiy worked alongsi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-boss-strengthens-severfield-delivery-team/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-boss-strengthens-severfield-delivery-team/ Rapid handovers on Ardmore’s 10 major sites could help limit the fallout from the £350m-turnover contractor’s collapse and reduce disruption for subcontractors and suppliers caught up in the failure.
One industry source told the Enquirer: “It was clear that Ardmore was in trouble because of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-circle-to-finish-ardmores-10-big-london-jobs/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-circle-to-finish-ardmores-10-big-london-jobs/ Kier is the sole contractor appointed on the extension of the Network Services Alliance (NSA) framework.
The contractor will continue to deliver repair and maintenance, leakage activity, network reliability schemes, metering and developer services alongside local supply chains.In the last year Kier has delivered more than 25,000 repair and maintenance jobs, alongside over 32,00]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-wins-140m-water-contract-extension/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-wins-140m-water-contract-extension/ Major London sites were shut down this morning as the group moved to enter administration through the courts following missed payments to staff and subcontractors.
Group businesses affected include Ardmore Major Projects, Ardmore Hotels & Commercial, Ardmore Regeneration,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ardmore-construction-group-collapses-into-administration/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ardmore-construction-group-collapses-into-administration/ Developer Allied London is behind the plan to replace a stalled scheme at the site that never got off the ground.
The proposed One Castlefield development would see a 46-storey tower and an adjoining eight-storey block rise on Ellesmere Street, plugging the final gap in the wider St George’s rege]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/allied-london-unveils-landmark-castlefield-tower-plan/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/allied-london-unveils-landmark-castlefield-tower-plan/ The Marketplace Live event will highlight work opportunities for subcontractors and suppliers across Yorkshire.
Companies looking to boost their supply chain will include McLaren, Balfour Beatty, Seddon, GMI, Fortem Solutions, Robertson Group and United Infrastructure.The event will take place at Leeds United’s Centenary Pavillion on June 18.
Registration for Marketplace Live is open to paid members of the Once For All networ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/subcontractors-wanted-for-jobs-across-yorkshire/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/subcontractors-wanted-for-jobs-across-yorkshire/ The selected suppliers include major tier 1s and several regional specialists. Together they will support management and delivery of airport projects such as pier refurbishments, installation of electric vehicle charging stations, self-check-in system enhancements and upgrading of terminal facilitiesLondon Gatwick line-up
BP Installations
Camgo Electrical
Costain
Gatwi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gatwick-picks-11-firms-to-drive-2bn-airport-upgrade/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gatwick-picks-11-firms-to-drive-2bn-airport-upgrade/ The consent covers the transformation of the former Eagle Market site and the nearby Bradshaw Way Retail Park, both identified by Derby City Council as priority regeneration locations within its Vision for Derby strategy.
At the former Eagle Market site, Derbion plans to deliver 674 homes across six residential buil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/derby-backs-1150-home-derbion-masterplan/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/derby-backs-1150-home-derbion-masterplan/ The Greenford-based engineering and facilities services specialist posted a pre-tax profit of £1.6m for the year to 31 December 2025, reversing a £1.6m loss the previous year and ending two consecutive years in the red.
Turnover edged up 5% to £107m, while operating profit recovered to £1.2m fro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lorne-stewart-returns-to-profit-after-two-years-in-the-red/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lorne-stewart-returns-to-profit-after-two-years-in-the-red/ As a capital delivery partner on two multi-million-pound lots, MMB will help deliver part of a £3.7bn AMP8 investment programme across the South West of England. The work supports improvements in wastewater]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mott-macdonald-bentley-to-host-recruitment-event/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mott-macdonald-bentley-to-host-recruitment-event/ Following competitive tender processes, G&H will support Wates, to deliver the new Joseph Norton Academy on behalf of Kirklees Council. It will also collaborate with Tilbury Douglas on Brunswick Community Primary School for the Department of Education.
Based in Huddersfield, the Joseph Norton Aca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gamph-lands-deals-with-wates-and-tilbury-douglas/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gamph-lands-deals-with-wates-and-tilbury-douglas/ James Cranswick, 26, was installing temporary scaffolding edge protection for Clover Access Systems Limited at a warehouse at Acre Mills in Keighley, West Yorkshire, when the incident took place. CCTV footage shows Cranswick falling onto a pallet truck before landi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cctv-captures-scaffolders-skylight-roof-plunge/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cctv-captures-scaffolders-skylight-roof-plunge/ Parliamentary answers have revealed National Highways has replaced just 53km of life-expired steel central reserve barrier with concrete between 2020 and 2025.
That is despite its own 2022 improvement plan identifying around 1,620km of steel barrier needing replacement across the network.
The Department for Transport mandated in 2005 that stronge]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/motorway-concrete-barrier-safety-drive-hits-the-hard-shoulder/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/motorway-concrete-barrier-safety-drive-hits-the-hard-shoulder/ Nearly 2,000 trades workers will walk out from 15-21 June in an escalating dispute over demands for a site-specific payment recognising the specialist skills and hazards involved in working at the UK’s largest nuclear complex.
Trades planning to take action include electricians, joiners, pipe-fitters, riggers, welders and groundworkers working for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sellafield-site-pay-dispute-sparks-new-week-long-strike/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sellafield-site-pay-dispute-sparks-new-week-long-strike/ The framework will cover several higher-risk residential towers alongside selected medium and low-rise blocks, with the council aiming to appoint contractors by October.
The programme is valued between £60m and £120m over the maximum six-year term.A distinctive feature of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/portsmouth-lines-up-120m-tower-block-safety-blitz/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/portsmouth-lines-up-120m-tower-block-safety-blitz/ The hybrid planning application from Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust covers the replacement of the ageing Crewe hospital with a 1.2m sq ft super hospital built largely to the north of the existing estate.
The scheme was accelerated after reinforced autoclaved aerated co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcalpinevinci-13bn-crewe-hospital-gets-green-light/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcalpinevinci-13bn-crewe-hospital-gets-green-light/ Kori will be delivering two schemes each for repeat clients Care UK and Barchester Healthcare.
Construction set to start this summer on the sites in Burnham, Weybridge, Liss and Crowthorne.The four developments are scheduled for completion from late 2027 and throughout 2028.
Jordan Connachie, Managing Director at Kori Construction, said: “Securing four new projects with two of the UK’s leading care]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/quartet-of-care-home-wins-for-kori/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/quartet-of-care-home-wins-for-kori/ The Beach Management Framework will run initially for six years to 2032, with an option to extend for a further two years to 2034.
The new deal effectively squeezes out firms like BAM Nuttall, Kier, and Jackson Civil Engineering which have historically been involved as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/duo-share-12bn-coastal-beach-management-framework/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/duo-share-12bn-coastal-beach-management-framework/ The proposed 800-bed major trauma and general hospital would replace ageing facilities at the 175-year-old west London site, where mounting maintenance problems and the discovery of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete have accelerated the need for redevelopment.
The scheme wo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plan-unveiled-for-new-london-high-rise-hospital-in-paddington/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plan-unveiled-for-new-london-high-rise-hospital-in-paddington/ Gloucestershire Police are now appealing for witnesses after the raid at junction 10 of the M5 where Galliford Try is overseeing early works on a £372m improvement job.
Police said 6,000 litres of petrol were taken from plant assisting with the construction work.The theft is believed to have taken place over the late May Bank Holiday, between 5pm on Friday 23 May and 7am on Tuesday 26 May.
Offenders brok]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/thieves-steal-6000-litres-of-petrol-from-motorway-site/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/thieves-steal-6000-litres-of-petrol-from-motorway-site/ Mays joins from Curo Construction which suddenly ceased trading last month.
He has more than two decades of construction experience having held similar roles at McLaren and Oakmont Construction.In his new role Mays will lead Glencar’s business development strategy, focusing on  strengthening client relationships, identifying new opportunities and supporting the company’s  continued expansion across i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/glencar-appoints-former-curo-director/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/glencar-appoints-former-curo-director/ The affordable homes builder warned that adjusted pre-tax profit for the year ending 30 June 2026 will come in about £7.5m below market forecasts after its biggest planned land sale failed to complete before year-end.
The delayed transaction accounts for around half of Gleeson Land’s forecast plot sales this year and, alongside two]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gleeson-warns-on-profits-after-major-land-sale-delay/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gleeson-warns-on-profits-after-major-land-sale-delay/ Gateshead based Zentia Limited and Zentia Profiles had a combined turnover of more than £50m.
Will Wright and James Lumb from Interpath were appointed joint administrators to both businesses yesterday.The firms were market leading manufacturers of complete acoustic ceiling solutions, including mineral ceiling tiles, suspension grids, and floating ceiling systems.
Interpath said the companies h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ceiling-specialist-zentia-falls-into-administration/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ceiling-specialist-zentia-falls-into-administration/ House builder Hill Partnerships came in second place after securing two projects to build around 240 flats in London for Enfield Council and housing association Clarion Group respectively.
McL]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-bags-top-spot-in-the-may-contracts-rankings/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-bags-top-spot-in-the-may-contracts-rankings/ The London Borough of Havering has awarded the contractor the main works package for the Balgores SEND School at Gidea Park through a call-off from the Southern Construction Framework 5.
The new school will provide places for up to 300 children and young people aged four to 19 with autistic spectrum disorder, severe le]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/galliford-try-lands-39m-east-london-send-school-build/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/galliford-try-lands-39m-east-london-send-school-build/ The strikers – who predominantly undertake local authority housing maintenance and repair work – are employed at Bristol, Southwark, Stoke-on-Trent, Newham, Leeds and Babergh and Mid Suffolk councils.
The workers will strike on 17,18, 23 and 24 June following the latest local government pay offer to Red Book workers.Employers offered a 3.2% increase linked]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/council-building-workers-to-strike-over-pay/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/council-building-workers-to-strike-over-pay/ Butler will lead the regional building arm as the contractor pushes ahead with its five-year growth plan and targets further expansion.
The move follows a strong 2025 for the building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out specialist. Butler’s previous role at Tilbury Douglas was managing director of Building Central.Tilbury Douglas has also stren]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tilbury-douglas-reshuffles-regional-building-team/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tilbury-douglas-reshuffles-regional-building-team/ The contractor, which recently opened a new London headquarters at 26 Finsbury Square in the City, lifted revenue 26% to £195m in the year to October 2025 from £154m previously. Pre-tax profit surged 74% to £16.9m from £9.7m a year earlier.
The latest performance caps a period of rapid growth]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rhatigans-uk-arm-powers-towards-200m-turnover-mark/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rhatigans-uk-arm-powers-towards-200m-turnover-mark/ The GMCA is reported to have approved the huge loan from its Good Growth Fund to unlock delivery of developer Salboy’s Viadux Phase 2 development, paving the way for the 76-storey Nobu Manchester tower and a separate affordable housing block.
Planning approval for the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/50m-rescue-loan-to-keep-manchesters-tallest-tower-on-track/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/50m-rescue-loan-to-keep-manchesters-tallest-tower-on-track/ Tata Steel has revealed that problems delivering the electrical infrastructure needed to power the giant furnace will delay commissioning by between six and eight months and potentially longer.
The critical path for delivery of the UK’s key green steel production proje]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/national-grid-delay-threatens-mcalpines-125bn-steel-furnace-finish/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/national-grid-delay-threatens-mcalpines-125bn-steel-furnace-finish/ The contractor is delivering the Ministry of Defence scheme under the Defence Estate Optimisation Single Living Accommodation and Technical Infrastructure Programme, which will modernise living, working and training facilities across the Army base over the next five years.
Kier has now started market e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-opens-70m-subcontractor-hunt-on-army-barracks-rebuild/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-opens-70m-subcontractor-hunt-on-army-barracks-rebuild/ The Borehamwood-based contractor grew revenue by around a third to £96m in the year to 31 August 2025 from £72m previously, while pre-tax profit edged up 14% to £2m.
Directors said the business had maintained a strong balance sheet despite severe competition, high]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/getjar-revenue-up-a-third-as-gateway-2-bottlenecks-start-to-ease/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/getjar-revenue-up-a-third-as-gateway-2-bottlenecks-start-to-ease/ BRCK Group – formerly known as Brickability – was the subject of a failed takeover bid earlier this year by Bovis owner Atlas.
Kent headquartered Jacksons is a designer, manufacturer and installer of premium timber and steel fencing, gates and perimeter security systems and serves a broad range of residential, commercial, industrial and high-]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/brick-firms-buys-fencing-company/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/brick-firms-buys-fencing-company/ Curo Living is now known as Sorel Living. The company said: “This isn’t just a rebrand, it’s a reflection of how far we’ve come and where we’re headed.
“Our new name and strapline ‘Building Better Homes’ captures everything we stand for: quality, collaboration, professionalism, and always putting our clients f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/curo-living-changes-name-after-construction-arm-collapse/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/curo-living-changes-name-after-construction-arm-collapse/ The specialist contractor increased turnover 17% to £136m in the year to March 2026, up from £116m previously, while pre-tax profit climbed 62% to £4.6m from £2.8m.
Operating margin rose to 3.3% from 2.5% a year earlier as project delivery and commercial performance improved across the business.The 350-s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/knights-brown-rides-coastal-work-boom-to-record-profit-haul/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/knights-brown-rides-coastal-work-boom-to-record-profit-haul/ Kydd joins as health sector managing director, replacing Stuart McArthur, who is stepping down after a decade helping build the contractor’s healthcare operation and its market-leading IHP joint venture with Vinci Building.
He brings more than 20 years of healthcare sector experience to Sir Robert McAlpine.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcalpine-hires-former-wates-director-as-healthcare-md/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcalpine-hires-former-wates-director-as-healthcare-md/ The contractor will mobilise this summer before starting demolition works later this year on what remains one of the UK’s largest industrial clearance projects.
Over the next four years Erith will strip out and demolish all former structures, remove waste materials and leave the 700-acre site ready]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/erith-bags-ratcliffe-power-station-demolition-mega-job/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/erith-bags-ratcliffe-power-station-demolition-mega-job/ The Enquirer understands that “low single digit” job losses have been implemented across Cundall’s 1,300 strong workforce
A Cundall spokesperson said:  “To ensure we are meeting project requirements and client workloads, we have taken steps to streamline our operations, which has included moving some colleagues into growth sectors and, regrettably, some unavoidab]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/raft-of-redundancies-at-consultant-cundall/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/raft-of-redundancies-at-consultant-cundall/ The build-to-rent specialist has received a resolution to grant planning permission for the Custom House Street scheme, subject to completion of a Section 106 agreement.
Formal planning permission is expected in late summer.The 33-storey project will regenerate a long-vacant city centre site close to Cardiff Central Station and St David’s Shopping Centre. An originally pla]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/watkin-jones-green-light-for-cardiff-33-storey-co-living-tower/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/watkin-jones-green-light-for-cardiff-33-storey-co-living-tower/ Latest data from the S&P Global UK Construction PMI showed overall activity falling to 38.2 in May from 39.7 in April, marking a seventeenth consecutive month of contraction and the weakest reading since the pandemic shock of May 2020.
Outside the pandemic period, the decline was the shar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/house-building-downturn-drags-construction-to-six-year-low/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/house-building-downturn-drags-construction-to-six-year-low/ The South Derbyshire District Council scheme will replace the existing Green Bank Leisure Centre and council offices as part of a wider town centre regeneration push.
BAM and Bowmer & Kirkland are understood to chasing the build contract for the complex which was designed by CPMG Architects.The leisure element will include a six-co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-59m-swadlincote-civic-and-leisure-hub/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-59m-swadlincote-civic-and-leisure-hub/ The utility giant is seeking long-term strategic delivery partners across six workstreams covering civils, buildings, overhead lines and underground cable construction under framework agreements that could run for up to eight years.
The framework will support transmission network upgrades, customer connections, as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scottish-hydro-sparks-74bn-contractor-framework-race/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scottish-hydro-sparks-74bn-contractor-framework-race/ After a delivery review it is switching to a framework-led approach to deliver the final five contracts on the programme, ditching the previous project-by-project tender model.
The new £1.94bn framework is designed to bring contractors into schemes earlier through an early contractor involvement model. Officials believe the approach wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/a9-dualling-race-starts-for-19bn-mega-framework/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/a9-dualling-race-starts-for-19bn-mega-framework/ Mykhalio Hustei had been working for Alchemist DB Limited as a labourer on a project building several flats on the High Street in Bovington.
The 35-year-old had been living in a property adjoining the site when he attempted to make his way home from a night out on 22 October 2021. As he tried to access his own home he fell into]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/labourer-drowns-in-water-filled-site-excavation/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/labourer-drowns-in-water-filled-site-excavation/ The entertainment resort, branded Universal United Kingdom Resort, will rise on the former Kempston Hardwick brickworks site and is set to become Universal’s first theme park destination in Europe.
Government backing will fund road, rail and c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hollywood-giant-gears-up-for-5bn-uk-resort-build/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hollywood-giant-gears-up-for-5bn-uk-resort-build/ Hundreds of workers from the MEH Alliance have been told not to return to the job until next Monday.
A long-running dispute came to a head earlier this week as workers staged the sit-in protest over shift pattern changes and safety concerns.Site management told the protesters not to return to the site until next week without pay.
A heavy police presence was also evident th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hinkley-workers-locked-out-of-site-after-canteen-sit-in/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hinkley-workers-locked-out-of-site-after-canteen-sit-in/ The housing association’s development arm has issued a £60m design-and-build tender covering two sites at Rockhills and Sydenham Villas on the edge of the South London park.
The project will deliver 148 homes for social rent and 54 shared ownership properties, alongside a new community centre, landscaping, access]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hunt-starts-for-60m-crystal-palace-park-housing-contractor/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hunt-starts-for-60m-crystal-palace-park-housing-contractor/ In the 12 weeks to 30 May, the regulator determined applications covering 14,928 homes while receiving new submissions for 13,964 homes, signalling that the long-running backlog is beginning to move in the right direction.
Project approval rates are also climbing sharply.Across all Gateway 2 categories – new]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bsr-turns-the-tide-as-approvals-outpace-new-home-applications/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bsr-turns-the-tide-as-approvals-outpace-new-home-applications/ The partners plan to begin construction of an initial phase of up to 500 homes from 2029 as they push ahead with one of the UK’s largest urban extension projects. The wider scheme will eventually deliver more than 10,000 homes, 3m sq ft of commercial space and around 9,000 jobs.
The deal sees Homes England,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-and-hill-seal-land-for-10000-home-cambridge-site/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-and-hill-seal-land-for-10000-home-cambridge-site/ The partners plan to begin construction of an initial phase of up to 500 homes from 2029 as they push ahead with one of the UK’s largest urban extension projects. The wider scheme will eventually deliver more than 10,000 homes, 3m sq ft of commercial space and around 9,000 jobs.
The deal sees Homes England]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-and-hill-seal-land-for-10000-home-cambridge-east-scheme/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-and-hill-seal-land-for-10000-home-cambridge-east-scheme/ The family-owned contractor increased revenue 13% to nearly £1.6bn in 2025 while operating profit climbed 8% to a record £86m.
Cash reserves further strengthened, rising to £412m, leaving Murphy with one of the strongest balance sheets in the industry.The perf]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/murphy-builds-record-412m-cash-pile-in-75th-year/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/murphy-builds-record-412m-cash-pile-in-75th-year/ The contractor has posted a strong set of annual results and reported an encouraging start to this financial year.
But  Chief Executive Officer Graham Dundas said: “We remain far from complacent about the wider economic picture, including the risk of renewed inflation from geopolitical events.“Across our industry, prices are coming under strain, and I’m conscious that our]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-keeping-close-eye-on-supply-chain/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-keeping-close-eye-on-supply-chain/ The contractor and MEP specialist Phoenix ME have secured a pre-construction services agreement for the 14-acre Court Lane site alongside the M25, launching a scheme that will transform a rundown industrial estate into a hyperscale data centre campus.
Works will start on 1 July with site clearance, utility diversions and remediation operations]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-wins-1bn-data-centre-campus-near-m25/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-wins-1bn-data-centre-campus-near-m25/ The 4,200-tonne Curzon 2 structure was moved 180 metres in a complex three-stage launch and is now locked onto permanent piers, creating a new 40m-high landmark on the approach to Curzon Street Station.The successful launch marks a major milestone on the Birmingham section of the rail]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-finally-slides-in-giant-curzon-bridge-after-welding-delay/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-finally-slides-in-giant-curzon-bridge-after-welding-delay/ William White, 63, was sentenced to two years and seven months in prison after admitting conspiracy to defraud and converting criminal property following a joint investigation by the Construction Industry Training Board and Essex Police.
The investigation exposed a sophisticated operation at the Whitewaters Training Centre in Halstead, Essex, wher]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-test-scam-kingpin-jailed-over-500-fake-safety-passes/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-test-scam-kingpin-jailed-over-500-fake-safety-passes/ Gretton will take over on 29 June as the UK’s biggest drainage and wastewater maintenance specialist prepares for its next stage of growth following BlackRock’s investment in the business last year.
Gretton will work alongside Earnshaw to ensure a smooth transition before formally taking charge at the end of June]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/drainage-giant-lanes-names-ex-telent-chief-as-new-ceo/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/drainage-giant-lanes-names-ex-telent-chief-as-new-ceo/ The contractor saw turnover slump 42% to £109m in the year to 31 August 2025, while pre-tax profit fell to £2.3m from £4.9m as the firm waited for regulatory sign-off on several projects.
A spokesman for Tide said: “With the requirements of the Building Safety]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tide-unlocks-500m-of-projects-after-gateway-2-approvals/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tide-unlocks-500m-of-projects-after-gateway-2-approvals/ Developer Muse and Homes England have submitted a planning application to transform the 3.6ha former Thames Valley University site into a mixed-use neighbourhood delivering around 1,500 homes, offices, shops, cafés and community facilities over the next decade.
The project forms a cornerstone of Slough tow]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/640m-slough-town-centre-reboot-heads-for-planning/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/640m-slough-town-centre-reboot-heads-for-planning/ The moves bring together the group’s capabilities across UK transport, energy and defence  in a bid to enable “faster, more joined-up delivery of major infrastructure programmes and closer alignment with critical national infrastructure priorities.”
(L-r) Nick Crossfield, Phil Clifton, Steve Tarr
UK Defence, Power]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-shakes-up-leadership-to-sharpen-focus/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-shakes-up-leadership-to-sharpen-focus/ The move yesterday marks the first formal step in an insolvency process for the Brackley-based housing infrastructure specialist, giving it temporary protection from creditor action while administrators are appointed and options for the business are explored.
Agetur was founded in 1985 by Rob Rexton and built its reputatio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/housing-civils-firm-agetur-files-for-administration/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/housing-civils-firm-agetur-files-for-administration/ The Government has accepted the core principles of Dame Judith Hackitt’s Building Control Independent Panel, which warned the current system is fragmented, inconsistent and exposed to commercial pressure.
The panel said the present set-up cannot provide consistent assurance that building work is safe, with inspectors battling shortages,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/building-control-shake-up-backed-by-ministers/Fri, 22 May 2026 09:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/building-control-shake-up-backed-by-ministers/ The third-generation Construction Works and Associated Services framework, including ProCure24, has now gone out to tender with an estimated total value of £120bn.
The pan-Government deal, known as RM6320, will replace and consolidate several major routes to market for public sector building, infrastructure, defence, healthcare, nuclear and overseas works.
It wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-starts-renewal-race-for-120bn-mega-framework/Fri, 22 May 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-starts-renewal-race-for-120bn-mega-framework/ The shares were suspended in March but results have now been released for the year to 30 September 2025 containing qualifications from the auditor.
The auditor said: “During our audit work, we were approached by an individual who raised concerns relating to payments made to a limited number of training and consultancy servi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/trading-in-hercules-shares-resumes-after-audit-concerns/Fri, 22 May 2026 09:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/trading-in-hercules-shares-resumes-after-audit-concerns/ Cambridgeshire County Council, acting for the Greater Cambridge Partnership, is seeking to appoint a single contractor to deliver the transport scheme.
The scheme will deliver a new dedicated busway linking the fast-growing settlement of Cambourne with Cambridge, alongside a new park-and-ride site aimed at cutting congestion on the A428 corridor.Construction is expected to start in early 2027 with wo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/150m-cambridge-busway-opens-race-for-contractor/Fri, 22 May 2026 08:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/150m-cambridge-busway-opens-race-for-contractor/ The design and build deal covers two blocks providing 76 affordable homes and associated landscaping works.
Client Bonner Road LLP, linked to Clarion Housing Group’s development arm Latimer, picked Rhatigan after a four-way tender race.A contract will be signed from 1 June with works running through to February 2031.
The phase for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jj-rhatigan-lands-32m-london-chest-hospital-housing-job/Fri, 22 May 2026 08:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jj-rhatigan-lands-32m-london-chest-hospital-housing-job/ The Competition and Markets Authority said fragmented buying, short-term funding and inconsistent procurement are weakening contractor confidence and stopping firms from investing in people, plant and innovation.
Its final Civil Engineering Market Study said public bodies spent around £19bn on roads and rail i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/competition-and-markets-watchdog-blows-whistle-on-civils-costs/Thu, 21 May 2026 12:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/competition-and-markets-watchdog-blows-whistle-on-civils-costs/ Latest accounts for the Dartford-based group show losses widened sharply in the year to 30 September 2025 from £1.0m last time as turnover also fell 14% to £52m from £61m.
Revenue has fallen sharply since pre-Grenfell disaster levels that stood around £250m for the group.
Rydon said its maintenance arm continued to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rydon-losses-deepen-as-remediation-spend-hits-31m/Thu, 21 May 2026 09:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rydon-losses-deepen-as-remediation-spend-hits-31m/ Winchmore will start on site towards the back end of this year.
The specialist is looking to work with Kori on other projects as the company expands its presence in and around London.
The Enquirer understands Winchmore is also in negotiations with Kori at its care home site in Chiswick.Winchmore Managing Director Lee Campbell highlighted the benefits of form]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winchmore-wins-brickwork-package-on-kori-care-home/Thu, 21 May 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winchmore-wins-brickwork-package-on-kori-care-home/ Southern Construction Framework’s latest market report for the first quarter of the year warns that pricing and supply conditions are now shifting week by week rather than month by month.
The report, based on a survey of over 150 subcontractors, said tender workload rose by 2.6% during the first quarter as clients continued to test the market and bring scheme]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-forced-into-weekly-price-checks-as-volatility-grows/Thu, 21 May 2026 08:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-forced-into-weekly-price-checks-as-volatility-grows/ The government housing agency launched preliminary market engagement at UKREiiF as it looks to turn the stalled city centre site into a new mixed-use quarter.
The former shopping centre has stood partly demolished since retail giant intu collapsed in 2020, leaving one of Nottingham’s most prominent sites in limbo.
Homes England stepped in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hunt-for-developer-to-restart-stalled-broad-marsh-site/Thu, 21 May 2026 08:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hunt-for-developer-to-restart-stalled-broad-marsh-site/ Avari, formerly known as Yorkshire Choice Homes, has been established for just over a decade and has constructed a number of developments primarily in West and South Yorkshire.
It forms one part of the newly established Avari Homes which also incorporates Avari Partnerships, Avari Construction and Avari Civil Engineering.
Jason Begg, Managing Director, Avari Homes said:  “The Yorkshire Choice]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/yorkshire-house-builder-unveils-rebrand/Wed, 20 May 2026 22:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/yorkshire-house-builder-unveils-rebrand/ Dodd joined PJ Hegarty in 1998 and played a key role in the successful launch of the UK business in 2010 with a focus on civil engineering and industrial projects.
Current and recent works include HS2, Sizewell C and Gatwick Airport as well as large private pharma projects.Dodd said: “Having been part of PJ Hegarty for more than 25 years and invol]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barry-dodd-takes-charge-at-pj-hegarty-uk-business/Wed, 20 May 2026 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barry-dodd-takes-charge-at-pj-hegarty-uk-business/ The social impact developer will convert the Grade II-listed 14-storey landmark on Armada Way into 144 build-to-rent flats.
A full planning application for the BDP-designed retrofit was submitted in March and early works to strip cladding from the former council headquarters are due to start this summer.Plymouth City Council has now agreed to enter into an agreement]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/capitalampcentric-to-lead-pound50m-plymouth-civic-centre-revival/Wed, 20 May 2026 12:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/capitalampcentric-to-lead-pound50m-plymouth-civic-centre-revival/ Willmott Dixon Developments brings together the group’s existing development, investment and regeneration capability under a single national platform.
It is led by David Atkinson, Director of Development and Investment, and Chris Wheeler, National Head of Land and Development, supported by regional development teams across England and Wales.The business will target four areas where it has an established track record:Regeneration and d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-brings-development-under-one-roof/Wed, 20 May 2026 12:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-brings-development-under-one-roof/ Main construction works will start in the summer with the start of commercial operation within the next two years.
The project is being delivered by Green Hydrogen Energy Company (GHECO) and the 30MW green hydrogen plant will be used by Kimberly-Clark to power its factory in the town.Dalkia will manage the total range of services from design to commissioning using modular construction and prefabrication techniques t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/dalkia-to-deliver-green-hydrogen-plant-in-cumbria/Wed, 20 May 2026 11:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/dalkia-to-deliver-green-hydrogen-plant-in-cumbria/ The Bill sets out the clearest route yet to scrap the hated retention system after decades of campaigning by subcontractors and specialist contractors.
Retentions see clients and main contractors hold back a slice of supply chain payments, usually until defects are fixed or a defects period expires.
Specialists have long argued the system drains]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/retentions-axe-will-take-three-years-to-fall/Wed, 20 May 2026 08:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/retentions-axe-will-take-three-years-to-fall/ New subjects include construction design, bricklaying and plumbing at V Level which replace legacy qualifications like BTECs.
Tens of thousands of extra work placements will also be created for learners who start their construction courses this September.The new V (vocational) Levels will sit alongside A levels and T levels. Equivalent to one A Level, they will allow stud]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/funding-boost-for-construction-v-levels/Wed, 20 May 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/funding-boost-for-construction-v-levels/ Test Valley Borough Council picked the contractor through a two-stage tender to deliver pre-construction services and main works for the flagship regeneration scheme.
The new venue will replace the former Poundstretcher unit on the High Street, which is being demolished under a separate contract.It will become the new home for The Lights theatre, currently based next to Andover leisure centre.
T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-wins-lead-role-in-25m-andover-theatre-build/Wed, 20 May 2026 08:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-wins-lead-role-in-25m-andover-theatre-build/ Skanska is the only firm to land two schemes after being lined up for the James Paget Hospital rebuild in Great Yarmouth and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital job in King’s Lynn.
The Wave 1 hospital jobs include seven RAAC-hit hospitals that were pushed to the front of the £60bn programme after reviews found they could not safely operate]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/10-contractors-paired-with-new-hospital-jobs-worth-14bn/Wed, 20 May 2026 08:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/10-contractors-paired-with-new-hospital-jobs-worth-14bn/ The figures were confirmed in an update by the Metropolitan Police into the investigation following the disaster in 2017 which killed 72 people.
The police investigation is set to complete by September when files will be handed to the Crown Prosecution Service for charging decisions.Potential charges include corporate manslaughter, gross negligence manslaughter, misconduct in public office, fraud and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/twenty-firms-could-face-charges-over-grenfell-fire/Tue, 19 May 2026 16:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/twenty-firms-could-face-charges-over-grenfell-fire/ The latest numbers were unveiled by Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander as she also confirmed the opening of the full route between London Euston to Birmingham Curzon Street and to the connection to the West Coast Main Line at Handsacre Junction will not happen until “between May 2040 and December 2043.”
Top speeds on the route will also be reduced to cut costs.H]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cost-to-complete-hs2-hits-1027bn/Tue, 19 May 2026 15:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cost-to-complete-hs2-hits-1027bn/ EDES provides engineering design services for underground and overhead electricity lines in the energy distribution market.
The deal will strengthen Renew’s Excalon business as it targets growing work in the power transmission and distribution market.Renew said around £50bn-£60bn of investment is committed across the electricity network over the RIIO-2]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/renew-snaps-up-electricity-design-specialist-edes/Tue, 19 May 2026 09:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/renew-snaps-up-electricity-design-specialist-edes/ The materials giant said it has also been slowing down production with a shift to more output in the second half of the year.
In a trading update today the firm said: “The ongoing crisis in the Middle East has created further challenges for our business, with additional cost inflation driven by significant increases in the cost of diesel, transport services and natural gas. Th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/forterra-plans-brick-and-block-price-hikes/Tue, 19 May 2026 09:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/forterra-plans-brick-and-block-price-hikes/ Falkirk-based sister companies AIM Engineering & Fabrication Group and Hescott Engineering Company have called in administrators from Interpath Advisory after losing a major customer.
The collapse with the loss of 93 jobs comes a week after Hescott workers were told to stay at home, bringing site activity to a halt.Up to 40 staff g]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/over-90-jobs-axed-as-falkirk-steelwork-firms-collapse/Tue, 19 May 2026 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/over-90-jobs-axed-as-falkirk-steelwork-firms-collapse/ Construction will start on site in the first quarter of 2027 to deliver 588 apartments in phases over the following 2.5 years.
Three residential blocks will be built with heights of five to 15 storeys.Keady is part of the wider OHOB Group.
Adnan Siddiqi, Director at Amstone Ventures said; “We were attracted to Keady Construction due to their sig]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/keady-construction-lands-150m-stockport-resi-scheme/Tue, 19 May 2026 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/keady-construction-lands-150m-stockport-resi-scheme/ Contractors Clancy Docwra and Network Delivery Associates achieved a clean sweep across all four sub-regions on the southern gas mains replacement framework.
Across all four regions, SGN is targeting more than 566km of annual mains replacement work.I&G Contractors also emerged as another big beneficiary after landing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sixteen-win-1bn-southern-gas-networks-deal/Tue, 19 May 2026 08:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sixteen-win-1bn-southern-gas-networks-deal/ The contractor will design and build a new home for Ellesmere Port Catholic High School after unsafe reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete was found across large parts of the existing campus.
Plans submitted to Cheshire West and Chester Council will see all existing school buildings demolished once the replacement facilities are open.The project is being brought forward for the Our Lady Help of Ch]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-submits-plan-for-60m-ellesmere-port-school-rebuild/Tue, 19 May 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-submits-plan-for-60m-ellesmere-port-school-rebuild/ Millett, aged 61, will leave his role as Group CEO of Mace Group and Mace Construct but will continue to sit on the board of newly-independent Mace Consult as a non executive director while also exploring fresh opportunities.His departure follows the completion of Mace’s demerger of its Consult business, leaving Mace Construct to push ahead as a simple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-construct-chief-executive-to-step-down/Tue, 19 May 2026 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-construct-chief-executive-to-step-down/ Numbers set to be posted at Companies House for Statom Holdings Limited for the year to November 30 2025 show turnover up more than 40% to £252.8m from £180m last time as pre-tax profits edged-up to £10.8m from £10.3m.
The group also enters FY2026 with a strong secured order book of £670m across mu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/statom-holdings-posts-increased-turnover-and-profits/Mon, 18 May 2026 17:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/statom-holdings-posts-increased-turnover-and-profits/ The Sisk/BDP design, which Dalkia will deliver, incorporates air source heat pumps as a central element of the hospital’s decarbonisation strategy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and improving long-term energy performance.
As the new centre is being built within the hospital’s existing footprint, the construction methodology and MEP progra]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/dalkia-lands-mampe-deal-at-pound300m-childrenrsquos-cancer-centre/Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/dalkia-lands-mampe-deal-at-pound300m-childrenrsquos-cancer-centre/ The concrete frame, piling, demolition and joinery specialist said orders stood at £340m in January 2026, up from £241m a year earlier.
The haul includes the design and build of Aston Villa’s new North Stand at Villa Park and a major piling, basement and superstructure package for Sisk on phase 3C of the Battersea Power Station redevelopmen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morrisroe-order-book-jumps-40-after-villa-park-and-battersea-wins/Mon, 18 May 2026 08:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morrisroe-order-book-jumps-40-after-villa-park-and-battersea-wins/ Mick Ferris, 53, was hit by the glass on central London’s Albert Embankment on the morning of 2 October 2018.
The window fell from the penthouse of The Corniche scheme. Coach driver Ferris, who worked for Clarkes Of London, had parked opposite the building.The BBC reported that four firms appeared at Inner London Crown]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/trial-date-set-after-passer-by-killed-by-falling-window-pane/Mon, 18 May 2026 08:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/trial-date-set-after-passer-by-killed-by-falling-window-pane/ The Queens Road brownfield site was previously home to the former Marsh office block, which was demolished in 2024 after lying empty since the pandemic.
The Broadway Malyan-designed scheme will deliver 432 rented homes across five main buildings, stepping down towards a run of townhouses at the southern end of the site.Plans also include 500 sq m of flexible comme]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/norwichs-first-build-to-rent-scheme-approved/Mon, 18 May 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/norwichs-first-build-to-rent-scheme-approved/ Consultant Turner & Townsend’s latest global fit-out report ranks London behind only New York, despite costs in the capital easing 1% over the last year.
High-specification fit-out costs in London now stand at $5,872 (£4,397) per sq m, just behind New York at $5,886 (£4,407) per sq m.The consultant said demand]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-office-fit-out-second-most-pricey-in-the-world/Fri, 15 May 2026 15:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-office-fit-out-second-most-pricey-in-the-world/ The Essex-based group, founded as a concrete contractor in 2020, lifted revenue 15% to £184m in the year to 30 November 2025 as growth in infrastructure, civil engineering and specialist foundations offset a slower residential market.
But pre-tax profit dipped to £6.8m from £8.7m last time as the firm]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/statom-builds-617m-order-book-after-board-strengthened/Fri, 15 May 2026 14:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/statom-builds-617m-order-book-after-board-strengthened/ The council said project delivery partner Alliance Leisure acted quickly to replace Curo after the London-based firm collapsed earlier this week.
All pre-contract work with Curo has now been cancelled and Speller Metcalfe will take the Whittlesey scheme forward.
The council said an immediate review was carried out]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/speller-metcalfe-replaces-curo-on-18m-leisure-job/Fri, 15 May 2026 08:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/speller-metcalfe-replaces-curo-on-18m-leisure-job/ UrbanCore will offer clients a single integrated package covering demolition, dismantling, material reuse, foundations, basements, reinforced concrete and steel frames.
The two firms said the new venture has been set up to cut risk on tight city schemes where the split between groundworks, substructure and structural packages can]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bachy-and-kilnbridge-team-up-for-ground-to-frame-offer/Fri, 15 May 2026 08:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bachy-and-kilnbridge-team-up-for-ground-to-frame-offer/ The Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation has agreed heads of terms with government, the Department for Transport and Network Rail to pull 70 acres at Old Oak into a single public sector development site.
The move gives the developer market a clear run at one of the UK’s largest regeneration plays, with plans]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/developers-called-up-for-10bn-old-oak-mega-scheme/Fri, 15 May 2026 08:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/developers-called-up-for-10bn-old-oak-mega-scheme/ The deal clears the way for one of the city’s biggest estate renewal programmes, with around 3,500 homes planned over the next 20 years.
Just over half of the homes will be affordable, with 1,785 planned in total and 400 built for social rent.
The council said the partnership agreement gives a legal guarantee that 51% of hom]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lovell-signs-off-1bn-birmingham-estate-regen-deal/Thu, 14 May 2026 16:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lovell-signs-off-1bn-birmingham-estate-regen-deal/ On 14 February 2024, the 32-year-old employee, working for Power Plane Limited, was operating a road milling machine at Wade Road in Basingstoke.
The operator’s foot became caught by the rotating milling drum, dragging him into the machine.His right leg had to be amputated by emergency services at the scene to free him from the machine. The life-c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/road-worker-loses-leg-in-milling-machine/Thu, 14 May 2026 13:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/road-worker-loses-leg-in-milling-machine/ Main construction work will start on site next month at 50 Stratton Street with completion expected in mid-2028.
Designed by architects Stiff + Trevillion, the 135,000 sq ft cheme will include generous 12,000 sq ft floor plates, high-end finishes and a range of communal and private terraces.The all-electric building will be delivered with a zero embodied]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/legendre-to-start-70m-mayfair-office-revamp/Thu, 14 May 2026 11:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/legendre-to-start-70m-mayfair-office-revamp/ In its last trading statement the developer first starts in 2027 on major projects at Mayfield in Manchester, Lewisham in south-east London, Finchley Road in north London and MediaCity in Salford were not expected until 2027.
That has now been pushed back further until not before “late 2027.” as the developer looks to an easing in affordable housing requiremen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/landsec-flags-more-delays-on-major-housing-starts/Thu, 14 May 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/landsec-flags-more-delays-on-major-housing-starts/ The new fund was unveiled in the Department for Transport’s Road Investment Strategy 3 to fix England’s bridges, flyovers and tunnels.
The M53 upgrade package in Merseyside and Cheshire is the first major bridge replacement programme to advance with the new funding.
Work starts with a £3]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ageing-m53-bridges-first-in-line-for-1bn-motorway-structures-repair/Thu, 14 May 2026 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ageing-m53-bridges-first-in-line-for-1bn-motorway-structures-repair/ Up to 40 staff gathered at the company’s works after managers told them last week to stay at home, bringing site activity to a halt.
One worker told the Enquirer: “We were told to go home last Wednesday (6th) and nobody has been paid. We’ve been completely left in the dark about what is happening.“We heard nothing more since an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/falkirk-steelwork-firm-workers-protest-after-wages-fail-to-land/Thu, 14 May 2026 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/falkirk-steelwork-firm-workers-protest-after-wages-fail-to-land/ The social-impact developer is working with High Peak Borough Council to turn the site into a new residential-led neighbourhood with 332 homes for rent.
The scheme will also deliver space for bars, shops and cafés, alongside new public squares, riverside spaces and a better pedestrian route from Buxton railway station into the town centre.Capital&Cen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-in-for-100m-buxton-town-centre-reboot/Thu, 14 May 2026 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-in-for-100m-buxton-town-centre-reboot/ The infrastructure specialist said trading since the start of January remained in line with board expectations, with revenue and adjusted operating profit both expected to rise this year.
In an AGM trading update, Costain said work volumes would build through the second half of 2026 as major customers accelerate investment programmes across water, transpo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-on-track-for-4-margin-as-workload-builds/Thu, 14 May 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-on-track-for-4-margin-as-workload-builds/ Among the key changes in the legislative agenda for the year ahead is the Remediation Bill which seeks to remove technical legal barriers that will allow developers and contractors to pursue construction product manufacturers to pay their share of fixing cladding and building safety shortcomings.
New laws on supply chain payment w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kings-speech-building-safety-bill-puts-manufacturers-in-firing-line/Wed, 13 May 2026 16:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kings-speech-building-safety-bill-puts-manufacturers-in-firing-line/ English joins as managing director – energy infrastructure as M Group ramps up investment in one of its key growth markets.
He will spearhead the group’s whole-life energy infrastructure offer, targeting complex engineering and utilities work as clients upgrade critical assets and push towards net zero.
M Group said the division will play a central role in moder]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ex-skanska-vp-joins-m-group-as-energy-infrastructure-chief/Wed, 13 May 2026 14:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ex-skanska-vp-joins-m-group-as-energy-infrastructure-chief/ The partnership homes giant said it had stepped up incentives to clear completed and near-completed open market homes as part of a major cash drive.
In an AGM statement today new chief executive Adam Daniels said he was also carrying out an operational review of the business, with findings due no later than the inter]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-warns-first-half-profits-to-be-hit-by-discount-drive/Wed, 13 May 2026 08:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-warns-first-half-profits-to-be-hit-by-discount-drive/ Theme Park owner Merlin Entertainment said its latest attraction based on the video game is set to open in 2027.
Glencar has now gone public with its role after initial works started on site last month and the first steelwork for the main roller coaster has arrived.The contractor said: “The scheme will bring one of the world’s most recognisable gaming brand]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/glencar-revealed-as-builder-of-50m-minecraft-world/Wed, 13 May 2026 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/glencar-revealed-as-builder-of-50m-minecraft-world/ The contractor said its UK workload is set to accelerate after revenue across Strabag’s UK operations slipped from £700m to £600m in 2025 after work was deferred on HS2 and Anglo American’s Woodsmith mine project.
Strabag UK managing director Andrew Dixon said momentum was now building for 2027 and beyond, with major infrastructure, energy and tunnelli]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/strabag-uk-gears-up-for-civils-work-surge-next-year/Wed, 13 May 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/strabag-uk-gears-up-for-civils-work-surge-next-year/ The three firms beat Morgan Sindall, Taylor Woodrow and Octavius to places on the deal.
The framework will be used to deliver multi-disciplinary infrastructure and construction projects across the capital, taking schemes from early contractor involvement through design, construction and completion.TfL said the w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tfl-names-trio-for-700m-station-upgrade-framework/Wed, 13 May 2026 08:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tfl-names-trio-for-700m-station-upgrade-framework/ The four-year national deal will support social landlords with day-to-day repairs, void property works, security, clearance, pest control, disrepair works and contact centre services.
It is due to launch in October 2026 and will be used to call off work through competitive or direct selection.
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Void property impro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fusion21-starts-race-for-350m-housing-repairs-framework/Tue, 12 May 2026 19:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fusion21-starts-race-for-350m-housing-repairs-framework/ Stratus had suffered a very difficult trading period caused by a combination of cash flow pressures, delayed client payments, increasing supplier demands, and limited support from the banks.
The business had reached a critical point and was at real risk of closure before Yorkshire Maintenance made its move.
The fit-out specialist acquired control from several shareholders securing the fut]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scaffolding-firm-saved-by-yorkshire-maintenance-co/Tue, 12 May 2026 17:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/scaffolding-firm-saved-by-yorkshire-maintenance-co/ The firm was founded in 2000 and has grown to a turnover of £109m making a pre-tax profit of £4m for the year to 31 May 2025.
Founder Semus Quinn said: “The move to an Employee Ownership Trust represents an exciting new chapter for Quinn London.“Our people have always been central to our success, and this transition ensures they have a direct stake in the future of the busine]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/quinn-london-sold-to-staff/Tue, 12 May 2026 16:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/quinn-london-sold-to-staff/ The Financial Reporting Council’s latest ruling saw former Group Finance Director Richard Adam, and his successor in that role Zafar Khan fined £222,019 and £60,228 respectively alongside exclusion from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales for 15 and 10 years.
The fines follow heavy penalties for the pair imposed by the Fina]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/more-fines-and-bans-for-former-carillion-chiefs/Tue, 12 May 2026 16:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/more-fines-and-bans-for-former-carillion-chiefs/ Existing venture investors Airtree and Glitch Capital participated, together with global construction giants Bouygues via its VC fund managed by ISAI.
The funding will be used to accelerate ProcurePro’s construction-focused AI product suite, whilst supporting expansion across the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/procurepro-raises-millions-to-deliver-ai-upgrades/Tue, 12 May 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/procurepro-raises-millions-to-deliver-ai-upgrades/ Newham Council has approved the opening 355-home phase of the Stratford scheme being delivered by partnership homes specialist Vistry and the London Legacy Development Corporation.
The full development next to Pudding Mill Lane DLR station will deliver 948 mixed-tenure homes across four phases, with a minimum of 45% affordable housing.The first phase wil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-gets-600m-olympic-park-homes-go-ahead/Tue, 12 May 2026 12:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-gets-600m-olympic-park-homes-go-ahead/ Employees at both Curo Construction and Curo Interiors were issued letters on Friday confirming the firms had ceased trading with immediate effect.
In a message sent to staff, directors Darren Pettitt and Steve Conlin said: “We exhausted all options but have been unable to secure a solution that allows the business to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-builder-curo-construction-ceases-trading/Tue, 12 May 2026 09:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-builder-curo-construction-ceases-trading/ The developer has already started demolition at Holden House on Oxford Street, a 133,500 sq ft retained façade redevelopment opposite the Dean Street Elizabeth line station.
Kier has been appointed under a pre-construction services agreement for the main construction works, with practical completion targeted for the second]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-and-multiplex-line-up-for-derwent-london-office-starts/Tue, 12 May 2026 08:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-and-multiplex-line-up-for-derwent-london-office-starts/ The job at 75 Davies Street will deliver 94,000 sq ft of offices over seven floors while shops and the busy Tube station remain open below.
Designed by AHMM, the scheme will almost double the existing office space by adding three extra floors.The late 1970s building will be partly stripped back and rebuilt, with around 60% of the existi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-lands-99m-london-bond-street-over-station-job/Tue, 12 May 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-lands-99m-london-bond-street-over-station-job/ The procurement specialist has teamed up again with Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation to launch the four-year framework, set to go live from October 2026.
It marks the third framework renewal to hit the market since Pagabo and YPO forged their long-term strategic delivery partnership last month to reshape construction procurement r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/26bn-pagabo-developer-framework-goes-live-for-bidders/Tue, 12 May 2026 08:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/26bn-pagabo-developer-framework-goes-live-for-bidders/ The property services specialist will support the 15-year programme over the next 12 years, starting with fire remediation projects in 2026/27.
It joins existing delivery partners Amber Construction Services, Axis Europe, Durkan Regen, Equans UK & Ireland, Foster Property Maintenance, Kier Places, Morgan Sindall Property Services, United Infrastructure and Wates Property]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cardo-gains-place-on-lampqrsquos-pound3bn-home-upgrade-programme/Mon, 11 May 2026 14:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cardo-gains-place-on-lampqrsquos-pound3bn-home-upgrade-programme/ The acquisitive Blackpool-based group, backed by investor Stellex Capital Management, said the deals would strengthen its ability to control more of the construction supply chain from materials production through to on-site delivery and recycling.
Carlisle-b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fox-snaps-up-highways-contractor-and-readymix-firm/Mon, 11 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fox-snaps-up-highways-contractor-and-readymix-firm/ The move follows the collapse of talks to secure a commercial sale of the Scunthorpe steelmaker from Chinese owner Jingye.
Under the proposed legislation, the Government would gain powers to nationalise British Steel if a public interest test is met, with ministers arguing the move is needed to protect national]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/starmer-confirms-plan-to-nationalise-british-steel/Mon, 11 May 2026 13:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/starmer-confirms-plan-to-nationalise-british-steel/ Construction is scheduled to start this quarter on Panattoni Wakefield 500 which will feature 56 dock doors, 8 level access doors,  yard depths of up to 50 metres, 62 HGV spaces and 384 car parking spaces.
Andrew Preston, Senior Development Director at Panattoni, said: “Wakefield Euro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/panattoni-plans-23-acre-scheme-in-wakefield/Mon, 11 May 2026 09:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/panattoni-plans-23-acre-scheme-in-wakefield/ In a fresh blow for the contractor group, Mr Justice Constable also refused an application for more time to pay, ruling the companies must satisfy the adjudication award within 14 days.
The Technology and Construction Court found there was no real prospect of overturning l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ardmore-loses-high-court-appeal-bid-to-halt-149m-crest-payout/Mon, 11 May 2026 09:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ardmore-loses-high-court-appeal-bid-to-halt-149m-crest-payout/ Demolition of the existing building will start this week marking the fourth scheme delivered in partnership between the two organisations.
The new £12m three-storey development has been carefully designed to provide high-quality specialist accommodation for older people requiring residential, nursing and dementia care.Jordan Connachie, Managing Director of Kori Construction, said: “We are de]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kori-lands-latest-deal-for-care-uk/Mon, 11 May 2026 09:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kori-lands-latest-deal-for-care-uk/ The numbers were confirmed in a results update ahead of Companies House filing for the year ended October 2025 showing an underlying pre‑tax profit of £5.3m compared to £3.2m last time.
Looking forward the firm said:”Keltbray expects 2026 to be a transitional year. Performance in the first half of the year is in line with budget expectations, re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/keltbray-scales-down-as-revenue-drops/Mon, 11 May 2026 08:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/keltbray-scales-down-as-revenue-drops/ The east London borough plans to split the work into eight major contracts supporting delivery of its long-term capital investment programme, with procurement expected to launch formally this summer.
The council said the programme would cover a broad mix of refurbishment and compliance work includ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/east-london-council-500m-housing-major-works-drive/Mon, 11 May 2026 08:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/east-london-council-500m-housing-major-works-drive/ The contractor will deliver the massive Washwood Heath complex in joint venture with Aureos Rail on the 70-hectare former LDV van makerand Metro-Cammell industrial site.
The deal covers construction of HS2’s rolling stock maintenance depot alongside the network integrated control centre that will oversee train dispatch, driver communications and day-to-day railway]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taylor-woodrow-scoops-856m-hs2-control-centre-mega-job/Mon, 11 May 2026 01:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taylor-woodrow-scoops-856m-hs2-control-centre-mega-job/ Northumberland planners unanimously approved Arlington Real Estate’s outline plan for the 126-acre West Hartford Park development at Cramlington, which is being brought forward with Homes England.
The approval adds fresh momentum to the recovering big-box market as developers revive major industrial and distri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-1m-sq-ft-northumberland-industrial-park/Fri, 08 May 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-1m-sq-ft-northumberland-industrial-park/ Northumberland planners unanimously approved Arlington Real Estate’s outline plan for the 126-acre West Hartford Park development at Cramlington, which is being brought forward with Homes England.
The approval adds fresh momentum to the recovering big-box market as developers revive major industrial and distri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/1m-sq-ft-northumberland-industrial-park-approved/Fri, 08 May 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/1m-sq-ft-northumberland-industrial-park-approved/ The company has named Edward Hutchinson, presently interim managing director of Boot’s joint venture housing business Stonebridge Homes, as ceo designate.
Hutchinson was formerly managing director of Henry Boot Developments, before taking the reins at Stonebridge last year following the departure of Steve Errington.
(L-r) Chief executive Tim]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/henry-boot-chief-prepares-exit-after-strategic-overhaul/Fri, 08 May 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/henry-boot-chief-prepares-exit-after-strategic-overhaul/ The reset had been expected to set a fresh budget and delivery timetable in March.
But Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander intervened and ordered HS2 to test whether a simpler railway specification could cut costs and get services running sooner.
Top of the hit list is HS2’s original 360km/h design speed.Mi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-chief-pushes-major-project-reset-back-to-end-of-2026/Fri, 08 May 2026 08:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hs2-chief-pushes-major-project-reset-back-to-end-of-2026/ The Northampton-based building services contractor said the forward workload now represents around two years of future work.
The pipeline is up 18% from £435m last year and includes £221m of secured orders plus a further £290m of contracts in final negotiation.
That covers 89% of next year]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/briggs-amp-forrester-banks-pound511m-record-pipeline-after-stronger-year/Fri, 08 May 2026 08:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/briggs-amp-forrester-banks-pound511m-record-pipeline-after-stronger-year/ The 33-hectare Enderby scheme close to Junction 21 of the M1 near Leicester will see 1,130,000 sq ft of warehouse and distribution space built with five warehouses.
Willmott Dixon came a close second with half a dozen building jobs together worth around £263m. The haul included a £100m data centre win in the Tees Valley at Preston Farm Industrial Estate in St]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winvic-tops-april-contracts-league-after-shed-hub-win/Fri, 08 May 2026 00:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winvic-tops-april-contracts-league-after-shed-hub-win/ Following a series of rigorous production trials at its Cadeby plant, the manufacturer has demonstrated that graphene-enhanced formulations can be seamlessly integrated into existing, high-volume manufacturing processes.
The latest phase of the programme builds upon an initial run in January, during which FP McCann produced a batch of 2,500 graphene-enhanc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fp-mccann-tests-graphene-roof-tiles-on-site/Thu, 07 May 2026 13:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fp-mccann-tests-graphene-roof-tiles-on-site/ The bellwether S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index highlighted another challenging month registering 39.7 in April, down from 45.6 in March and indicative of a sharp fall in overall business activity.
Reduced output has been seen in each month since January 2025 and the latest reading was the weakest for five months.Fuel surcharges contributed to a rapid]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-buyers-report-rampant-cost-inflation/Thu, 07 May 2026 12:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/construction-buyers-report-rampant-cost-inflation/ The contractor has appointed Paul Sykes as regional managing director for the East Midlands as it looks to build on the rapid growth of its Midlands operation, which already boasts a £1bn pipeline and £300m forward order book.
Sykes joins after nearly 30 years at Bowmer + Kirkland, where he most recently led the contractor’s North West business following his]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/caddick-taps-bampk-veteran-to-spearhead-east-midlands-drive/Thu, 07 May 2026 08:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/caddick-taps-bampk-veteran-to-spearhead-east-midlands-drive/ It is the latest stage of expansion of the site which was acquired by real estate investor Castleforge in partnership with Galaxy Data Centers last year.
The new owners are planning to invest another £200m in the site bringing its gross project value to around £500m.Situated on the existing 3.1-hectare industrial estate at Foxboro Business Park, the consented project comprises a single two-storey d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-another-giant-data-centre-at-redhill/Thu, 07 May 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-another-giant-data-centre-at-redhill/ The harbour authority has appointed 15 firms across two multi-year frameworks covering schemes ranging from utilities and berth upgrades to highways, structures and building works.
The biggest winners were FM Conway, Jackson Civil Engineering, Mitie and UK Power Networks Services after s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/port-of-dover-picks-14-firms-for-civils-and-marine-works/Thu, 07 May 2026 08:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/port-of-dover-picks-14-firms-for-civils-and-marine-works/ The Hitchin-based contractor said workload and pipeline are now at record levels after investing heavily in compliance systems and pre-construction expertise ahead of the tougher higher-risk building regime.
HG held turnover flat at £387m in the year to December 2025 as developers across the sector battled Building Safety Regulator d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-targets-500m-turnover-after-gateway-2-approval-surge/Thu, 07 May 2026 08:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hg-targets-500m-turnover-after-gateway-2-approval-surge/ Ahead of today’s AGM, the group said trading since January had remained in line with expectations and it continued to target high single-digit percentage growth in profit from operations this year.
The contractor said demand across its key infrastructure markets remained strong, helping maintain a “high]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-beatty-powers-ahead-on-energy-and-defence-boom/Thu, 07 May 2026 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-beatty-powers-ahead-on-energy-and-defence-boom/ ESL specialises in the delivery of steel fabrication across the UK, from manufacture and installation to repair and maintenance works.
The £7m turnover business employs just under 50 people from its purpose-built factory facility in Kingston upon Hull.ESL has worked with Reds10 for the last five years to deliver high-quality sustainabl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/reds10-brings-steel-fabrication-in-house/Wed, 06 May 2026 15:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/reds10-brings-steel-fabrication-in-house/ The firm is hosting a Meet the Buyer event in partnership with CHAS to highlight opportunities on its growing pipeline of contracts in the region.
Taking place on 12th May from 8:00am to 12:00pm at Ramside Hall in Durham, the free event is designed to give direct access to decision-makers within Caddick Civil Engineering.Those attending will be able to:Meet Caddick Ci]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/caddick-looking-for-subcontractors-across-the-north-east/Wed, 06 May 2026 11:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/caddick-looking-for-subcontractors-across-the-north-east/ Fresh BSR data shows applications covering 12,299 homes secured approval in the 12 weeks to 1 May as the regulator accelerated decisions on both new-build high-rise schemes and remediation projects.
Across all categories, the regulator made 323 Gateway 2 decisions over the period wit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gridlock-eases-as-12000-gateway-2-flats-approved-in-12-weeks/Wed, 06 May 2026 08:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gridlock-eases-as-12000-gateway-2-flats-approved-in-12-weeks/ Fresh BSR data shows applications covering 12,299 homes secured approval in the 12 weeks to 1 May as the regulator accelerated decisions on both new-build high-rise schemes and remediation projects.
Across all categories, the regulator made 323 Gateway 2 decisions over the period wit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gateway-2-gridlock-eases-as-12000-flats-approved-in-12-weeks/Wed, 06 May 2026 08:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gateway-2-gridlock-eases-as-12000-flats-approved-in-12-weeks/ The procurement body will set out its plans in a Teams meeting on 17 June as it gears up to replace its current four-year construction framework, which expires in September 2027.
The new framework will cover public sector construction, refurbishment, demolition and civil engineering work across the UK and is expected to suppor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-gear-up-for-nhs-sbs-750m-framework-rebid/Wed, 06 May 2026 08:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-gear-up-for-nhs-sbs-750m-framework-rebid/ Fresh research from the Home Builders Federation claims the mounting burden is choking off housing delivery just as ministers ramp up pressure on the industry to build faster.
The trade body said annual housing completions have already slumped 16% from their 2020 peak to just 208,000 homes in 2024]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taxes-green-rules-and-inflation-slap-76000-onto-new-home-cost/Wed, 06 May 2026 08:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/taxes-green-rules-and-inflation-slap-76000-onto-new-home-cost/ Craig Message has joined Kier Infrastructure as commercial director after nearly 15 years rising through the ranks at Costain, where he most recently served as water sector commercial director.
His move brings heavyweight major project experience, including a long stint on the Thames Tideway scheme through the CVB joint venture, where he progressed to commercial director.
The hire strengthens Kier&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-hires-water-sector-commercial-chief-from-costain/Wed, 06 May 2026 08:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-hires-water-sector-commercial-chief-from-costain/ The Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation planning committee has backed plans to replace a redundant warehouse with a three-storey, liquid-cooled facility designed by Scott Brownrigg.
The 22,365 sq m scheme will house nine data halls alongside office space, plant, storage and a secure entrance pavilion, supported by a dedicated substation to power the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/1bn-data-centre-gets-green-light-in-west-london/Tue, 05 May 2026 18:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/1bn-data-centre-gets-green-light-in-west-london/ The contractor pushed gross revenue, including inter-group trading, up 12% to £692m in 2025, with consolidated reported revenue rising 11% to £600m.
Pre-tax profit climbed by 27% to nearly £15m as operating margin strengthened to 2.4% from 2.1%.The improved margin shows the firm’s selective approach to lower risk jobs is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tilbury-douglas-lifts-revenue-to-600m/Tue, 05 May 2026 17:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tilbury-douglas-lifts-revenue-to-600m/ The accident was caught on CCTV shortly after midnight on 19 January 2024 while Joshua Pocknell was working as part of a team of three on the A3102 when the mobile lighting tower he was pushing made contact with an overhead power line.
The 26-year-old said: “My whole body locked and I felt hot and cramping.
“I could hear the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lighting-tower-hits-power-line-on-road-maintenance-job/Tue, 05 May 2026 16:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lighting-tower-hits-power-line-on-road-maintenance-job/ The merged development business will focus on the local authority urban regeneration market, under the brand of ION Developments, headquartered at the Port of Liverpool Building.
VINCI UK Developments and ION are already working jointly on a number of projects, including major urban regeneration schemes in Derby city centre, Chester Northgate 2, the Coventry Civic Centre site and Northwich Weaver Squ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vinci-acquires-developer-ion/Tue, 05 May 2026 15:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vinci-acquires-developer-ion/ She will be responsible for driving global transformation including “embracing the opportunities of AI and technology” as Turner & Townsend aims to become the world’s leading programme management business.
Gilthorpe was most recently Chief Executive of Royal Mail and previously spent nearly 15 years on the executive team at Heathrow Airport.David Whysall, Chief Oper]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tampt-appoints-former-royal-mail-chief-in-ai-drive/Tue, 05 May 2026 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tampt-appoints-former-royal-mail-chief-in-ai-drive/ The eight-year Transportation and Infrastructure Professional Services Framework will see AtkinsRéalis, Jacobs, Mott MacDonald and Pell Frischmann deliver multidisciplinary design and advisory services across the city.
The deal covers everything from highways engineering and urban planning to air quality, drainage, traf]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/birmingham-lines-up-400m-highways-design-team/Tue, 05 May 2026 08:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/birmingham-lines-up-400m-highways-design-team/ Forecasters at the Construction Products Association say the sector faces a tough 12–18 months, with oil and industrial energy price spikes already feeding into double-digit product inflation and forcing clients to delay schemes.
The downgrade marks a sharp reversal from the CPA’s wint]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/recession-fears-deepen-as-building-faces-sharp-decline/Tue, 05 May 2026 08:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/recession-fears-deepen-as-building-faces-sharp-decline/ Landing the structure marks a key turning point on the vast Homes England-backed regeneration scheme, unlocking the ne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sisk-bridges-the-gap-at-york-central-over-bank-holiday/Tue, 05 May 2026 08:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sisk-bridges-the-gap-at-york-central-over-bank-holiday/ Its sister company OEP Building Services went into administration in 2021 owing 135 suppliers £1.7m.
OEP UK bought OEP Building Services in a pre-pack sale for £85,000 led by managing director Iain Crabtree.
Since the deal was finalised OEP UK has won a series of pod supply deals with major contractors and developer.
Construction data specia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bathroom-pod-maker-oep-files-administration-notice/Tue, 05 May 2026 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bathroom-pod-maker-oep-files-administration-notice/ Latest figures from the Mineral Products Association show UK demand for essential construction materials dropped further in the first quarter of 2026, extending a four-year downturn.
Mortar sales, a key indicator of house building activity, fell 2% on the previous quarter and were 5.4% down year-on-year.Ready-mixed conc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ready-mixed-concrete-sales-slump-in-london/Fri, 01 May 2026 09:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ready-mixed-concrete-sales-slump-in-london/ The family-owned contractor posted pre-tax profit of around £16m for the year to 31 October 2025, up from £10m last time as it continued its recovery from a bruising £105m loss in 2023.
Reported contracting turnover remained steady at £946m as the firm stayed selective on work to drive through margin improvement, with average contr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcalpine-nudges-margins-higher-as-strategy-reset-pays-off/Fri, 01 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcalpine-nudges-margins-higher-as-strategy-reset-pays-off/ The issues with site infrastructure were confirmed in a trading update which also announced integration of the Yorkshire East region into Yorkshire South and West this summer to cut costs.
Gleeson said: “Our new management teams have identified issues on previously completed legacy developments, mainly in Yorkshire, which require rectification in order to achieve adoption of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gleeson-homes-finds-5m-of-faults-on-legacy-jobs/Fri, 01 May 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gleeson-homes-finds-5m-of-faults-on-legacy-jobs/ Industry bodies including the Construction Leadership Council, British Constructional Steelwork Association and Construction Products Association met ministers last month to flag the risks tied to the planned July shake-up.
Contractors said the planned 60% cut in import quotas and imposition of 50% tariffs above limits risk piling fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-blinks-on-steel-tariffs-after-contractor-backlash/Fri, 01 May 2026 08:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-blinks-on-steel-tariffs-after-contractor-backlash/ Upgrading the six-storey building will create 54,000 sq ft of office space and two new floors with the site renamed Oriel St Bride’s.
Work for client Original Works will retain 90% of the existing structure and employ low carbon construction techniques.The scheme has already been recognised for its environmental ambition, having been selected for the UK Net Zer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/legendre-lands-city-of-london-office-refurb/Fri, 01 May 2026 08:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/legendre-lands-city-of-london-office-refurb/ Around 32 firms now face a fight to retain their places on the framework with expanded scope to cover new build residential schemes, retrofit and estate regeneration, demolition, remediation, enabling works and defence housing projects in England.
A separate £75m Welsh Procurement Alliance version has also been issued for Wa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lhc-launches-1bn-housing-and-demolition-framework/Fri, 01 May 2026 08:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lhc-launches-1bn-housing-and-demolition-framework/ He took over the interim role in February when Steve Holbrook left the business.
Since joining Wates in March 2025 as UK Operations Director, Mosey has focused on driving forward safety, quality, sustainability and operational performance.He previously spent 16 years at Laing O’Rourke rising through the ranks to become Head of Procurement.
Steff Battle, Executive Managing Director, W]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-confirms-new-permanent-london-construction-md/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-confirms-new-permanent-london-construction-md/ Simon Kesterton takes up his new role this week following the resignation of incumbent Ian Ashton.
Kesterton spent six years at Kier helping steer the group through its biggest financial reset in a generation before stepping down in December.He joined when Kier was on the ropes with a battered balance sheet and mounting debt and left with the group firmly back on its feet]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-turnaround-cfo-to-join-sig/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-turnaround-cfo-to-join-sig/ In a City trading update, the York-based group said first quarter performance was in line with expectations, with private sales rates ticking up and forward orders strengthening.
Net private sales per outlet edged up 3% to 0.76, while private forward sales climbed 7% to £1.8bn. Average selling prices al]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/persimmon-warns-of-mounting-supply-chain-cost-pressure/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/persimmon-warns-of-mounting-supply-chain-cost-pressure/ The deal sees Landmark partner with Citrus Group and Galliard Homes to acquire and redevelop the city centre shopping site, subject to fresh planning approval.
A revised application lodged earlier this year lifts the student element to 504 beds and updates the design, building on consent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/us-student-housing-giant-targets-durham-with-504-bed-scheme/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/us-student-housing-giant-targets-durham-with-504-bed-scheme/ The deal sees Landmark partner with Citrus Group and Galliard Homes to acquire and redevelop the city centre shopping site, subject to fresh planning approval.
A revised application lodged earlier this year lifts the student element to 504 beds and updates the design, building on consent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/us-student-housing-giant-targets-durham/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/us-student-housing-giant-targets-durham/ Phase 2 will deliver 608 flats across five mansion-block buildings ranging from 12 to 22 storeys and is rumoured to be worth more than £300m.
The job continues JRL’s role on the landmark Vauxhall regeneration scheme, where it previously delivered the N8 and N9 towers.Those earlier towers, standing at 53 and 37 storeys, were handed over in 2022 and 2023]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jrl-lands-608-home-london-thames-city-phase-2/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jrl-lands-608-home-london-thames-city-phase-2/ The UK arm of the EDF-backed contractor lifted turnover 8% to £657m in 2025, while pre-tax profit surged to £8.2m from just £0.3m the year before.
Underlying performance also strengthened, with EBITDA before exceptional items more than doubling to £18m.
The turnaround comes as Dalkia leans heavily into nuclear, healthcare and dec]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/dalkia-rebuilds-margins-with-nuclear-and-energy-rebound/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/dalkia-rebuilds-margins-with-nuclear-and-energy-rebound/ The UK arm of the EDF-backed contractor lifted turnover 8% to £657m in 2025, while pre-tax profit surged to £8.2m from just £0.3m the year before.
Underlying performance also strengthened, with EBITDA before exceptional items more than doubling to £18m.
The turnaround comes as Dalkia leans heavily into nuclear, healthcare and dec]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/dalkia-rebuilds-margins-as-nuclear-and-energy-work-fuels-rebound/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/dalkia-rebuilds-margins-as-nuclear-and-energy-work-fuels-rebound/ Tant left Wates in 2023 to set up his own consultancy.
He steps-in to the fill the role left at SES’s Engineering South division by Darren Wilson who has been appointed commercial director to the wider business and promoted to the board.The company said: “Mark brings extensive senior leadership experience having worked closely with SES through a consultancy role, his]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/former-wates-md-rejoins-sister-firm-ses/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/former-wates-md-rejoins-sister-firm-ses/ In its latest update the Construction Leadership Council’s Construction Material Supply Chain Group said: “One of the key challenges across the supply chain remains the lack of detailed explanation accompanying price increases, making it difficult to justify and communicate these costs to clients.
“Clearer evidence and transparency would be welcomed, even if the increases t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/materials-firms-urged-to-explain-price-rise-reasons/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/materials-firms-urged-to-explain-price-rise-reasons/ The Allies and Morrison-designed Knights Road scheme will deliver 334 affordable homes alongside around 4,000 sq m of workspace, plus retail and community uses.
Ballymore’s hybrid application includes detailed consent for a first phase of 640 homes in three blocks ranging from six to 18 storeys, with 2,300 sq m of flexible commercial space.Outline]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ballymore-gets-go-ahead-for-1700-home-silvertown-scheme/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ballymore-gets-go-ahead-for-1700-home-silvertown-scheme/ Work will see the transformation of Grove House in Hammersmith which was originally designed by Sir John Burnet Tait & Partners and built in 1949.
The five-storey building will be reinvented as a modern mixed-use development comprising 5,500 sq m of hotel space alongside affordable office workspace ground-floor commercial space.Desi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/legendre-gets-green-light-for-office-to-hotel-scheme/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/legendre-gets-green-light-for-office-to-hotel-scheme/ Bristol City Council has approved plans by Hammerson to transform underused land beside the shopping centre’s car park into a greener, pedestrian-led destination with new student homes, café space and a dedicated youth facility.
Designed by Allford Hall Monaghan Morris, the project will deliver two buildings anchored by a 28-storey]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bristol-backs-28-storey-student-tower-at-cabot-gate/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bristol-backs-28-storey-student-tower-at-cabot-gate/ Club chiefs want to build a 10,000-seat ground at Bennett’s Field next to the Amex, linked by a new bridge, with doors opening for the 2030/31 season.
The scheme is set to become the first dedicated women’s football stadium in the UK and Europe, underlining a major shift in how elite women’s sport is being deli]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/brighton-plans-purpose-built-80m-womens-football-stadium/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/brighton-plans-purpose-built-80m-womens-football-stadium/ The deal follows recent planning approval by Muse for the redevelopment of Mell Square which will be renamed Holbeche Place.
Phase one will include the design and construction of a residential-led development delivering 346 build-to-rent homes across four buildings of varying heights, alongside ground-floor commercial and amenity space.T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-to-deliver-first-phase-of-solihull-town-centre-revamp/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-to-deliver-first-phase-of-solihull-town-centre-revamp/ John Flavin, a former president of the Union of Construction, Allied Trades and Technicians (UCATT), died aged 78 in 2022 after being diagnosed with asbestos related lung cancer – caused by the asbestos exposure he experienced decades previously working on site.
Lawyers at Irwin Mitchell secured a settlement from three of Flavin’s former employers for his asbest]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/family-of-former-ucatt-president-secure-asbestos-payout/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/family-of-former-ucatt-president-secure-asbestos-payout/ The contractor said inflation, project delays, Building Safety Act disruption and material price volatility all weighed on performance.
The business also wrote off legacy contracts impacted by inflation and subcontractor insolvency during the year to 31 August 2025.Despite the toug]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/caddick-rises-to-375m-turnover-but-headwinds-cut-profit/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/caddick-rises-to-375m-turnover-but-headwinds-cut-profit/ The deal, due to launch in October, is the first major building framework to come to market under Pagabo’s 10-year strategic partnership with Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation, which will act as contracting authority.
Last week, the two partners also unveiled plans to consolidate civils deals into a new £4.2bn national civils and enablin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pagabo-starts-race-for-new-5bn-major-works-framework/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pagabo-starts-race-for-new-5bn-major-works-framework/ The Hampshire based firm is one of the biggest groundworks specialists in the South of England focused on infrastructure for housing and commercial schemes.
Mackoy said it has invested more than £10m in new plant since the business began in 2011.Latest accounts for the year to March 31 2025 show a turnover of £23.3m generating a pre-tax loss of £616,000 compared to an £866,0]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/groundworks-firm-mackoy-files-administration-notice/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/groundworks-firm-mackoy-files-administration-notice/ Cheshire East Council has issued notice to proceed on the long-awaited road scheme, which was procured through the SCAPE framework.
Work will start next month on the 2.5km bypass running to the east of Middlewich in Cheshire.The job includes two major junctions, a new highway bridge over the Trent and Mersey Canal, a bridge over the Sandbach-Northwich railway line an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-gets-start-date-for-54m-middlewich-bypass/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-gets-start-date-for-54m-middlewich-bypass/ Results for 2025 show revenue up 27% to £627.7m for 2025 as pre-tax profits rose by 37% to £22m.
The firm is confident its performance will continue this year after a strong start to 2026.Eamonn Laverty, Chief Executive at McAleer & Rushe, said: “Our 2025 results reflect a year of strong operational performance and disciplined growth, with r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcaleer-amp-rushe-full-of-confidence-after-record-results/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcaleer-amp-rushe-full-of-confidence-after-record-results/ The three-year framework deal will see McLaren supervise and coordinate delivery of the project’s new post-16 college, temporary worker accommodation campus, amenity building, project office and emergency response building.
First up will be work on part of the vast accommodation campus and amenity buildings needed to hou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-seals-sizewell-c-worker-campus-and-apprentice-college/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaren-seals-sizewell-c-worker-campus-and-apprentice-college/ Cheltenham Borough Council’s planning committee has cleared reserved matters for the southern parcel of the HBD-led scheme.
Approval covers layout, appearance, scale, access and landscaping for the first phase, including the 160,000 sq ft IDEA building and a new transport hub.Bowmer & Kirkland was appointed last September to deliv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bk-gets-green-light-for-1bn-golden-valley-first-phase/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bk-gets-green-light-for-1bn-golden-valley-first-phase/ The landmark further education scheme for United Colleges Group will see a long-disused building on Olympic Way demolished to create an eight-storey teaching and skills hub close to Wembley Stadium.
The job was secured through the Southern Construction Framework and will support Brent Council’s push to create a new education quarter at Wembley.The 14,200 sq m campus will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-lands-92m-wembley-college-campus/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-lands-92m-wembley-college-campus/ Leeds City Council unanimously approved the hybrid application covering a 65-acre site on the north-east bank of the River Aire.
The scheme, led by Microsoft, will deliver three data centre buildings totalling around 424,000 sq ft alongside power, water and energy infrastructure.Outline consent was also granted for 160,000 sq ft of industrial space on land ret]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-microsofts-4bn-leeds-data-hub-push/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-microsofts-4bn-leeds-data-hub-push/ The scale of the historic contractor’s trade debt was revealed in a Companies House update from administrator FRP Advisory who took charge of the firm in February.
Jerram Falkus has been in business since 1884 operating across London and the South-East on projects between £2m and £40m.It employed 63 full time staff from central London o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/historic-builder-jerram-falkus-went-down-owing-suppliers-8m/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/historic-builder-jerram-falkus-went-down-owing-suppliers-8m/ The deal was narrowly accepted in a vote by 3,000 workers, who operate under the National Agreement for the Engineering Construction Industry (NAECI).
Workers will see their wages increase by around £2,000 on average.Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: “Due to the deal passing by a slim majority, Unite is now seeking to open negotiations for 2027 pay with the employers’ side as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/engineering-construction-workers-land-45-pay-rise/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/engineering-construction-workers-land-45-pay-rise/ The contractor saw off competition from Domis, GMI and HG Construction to take the first major build to rent phase for the Bruntwood–Trafford joint venture, known as Plot 2A.
The £60m win puts Graham in a strong position to pick up further work on the wider £175m pipeline covering two additional plots still to be procu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-lands-60m-trafford-stretford-mall-flats-job/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-lands-60m-trafford-stretford-mall-flats-job/ The Bromsgrove-based builder and developer posted revenue of £140m for the year to December 2025, up from £100m, while pre-tax profit climbed 27%.
Growth has been powered by resurgent demand for warehouse and distribution schemes.Cash generation remained a standout, with reserves jumping to £54.4m from &pou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/benniman-rides-logistics-boom-to-140m-turnover/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/benniman-rides-logistics-boom-to-140m-turnover/ The Enquirer understands staff were briefed earlier this week about his departure after nearly ten years at the business.
Fossey joined McGee in 2017 from Laing O’Rourke where he spent 14 years as a project manager on major sites worldwide before becoming the firm’s Technical Leader.He took over the running as MD of McGee in 2019.
Fossey is being replaced by Bernard O’Reilly who steps up f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/all-change-at-the-top-at-mcgee/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/all-change-at-the-top-at-mcgee/ The US private-equity firm made a cut-price 65p-a-share cash offer last month which was quickly rejected by the AIM-listed supplier, now branded BRCK.
Both sides continued talks but Atlas has now walked away after “a 90-minute meeting with the CEO of BRCK at which limited further information was supplied.”The firm added: “The limited information supplied, and the limited ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bovis-owner-pulls-out-of-bid-for-brick-giant/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bovis-owner-pulls-out-of-bid-for-brick-giant/ The 103-module building will provide a range of specialist and general teaching spaces, including science laboratories, IT suites, engineering workshops, classrooms, and food technology kitchens.
It will be delivered using Reds10’s advanced volumetric modular construction approach, with app]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/reds10-lands-225m-modular-school-job-in-leicestershire/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/reds10-lands-225m-modular-school-job-in-leicestershire/ Balfour appeared at Reading Crown Court this week for a pre-trial preparation hearing.
The charges relate to an incident which occurred at the nuclear site in West Berkshire on 6 July 2023 when Stuart Cook, 58, a construction worker from East London, died after sustaining fatal injuries.A trial date was scheduled for 22 May 2028, at Reading Crown Court, which is expecte]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-gets-trial-date-for-nuclear-site-death/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/balfour-gets-trial-date-for-nuclear-site-death/ The family owned firm saw turnover increase to £2.56bn in 2025 from £2.4bn last time as pre-tax profits rose to £29.2 from £2.6m.
The business also ended the year with a record net cash position of £248.3m – up £52.7m.Wates said it was reaping the dividends of a year of consolidation in 2024 which saw the embedding of property]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-order-book-hits-record-high/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/wates-order-book-hits-record-high/ The four-year deal will consolidate two existing agreements covering infrastructure and demolition into a single UK-wide vehicle spanning civils, rail, highways, energy and full enabling works.
The move marks the first major pipeline release under a 10-year strategic tie-up between Yorkshire Purchasin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pagabo-unveils-new-42bn-civils-mega-framework-under-ypo-tie-up/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pagabo-unveils-new-42bn-civils-mega-framework-under-ypo-tie-up/ The privately-owned group grew turnover to £1.37bn from £1.29bn in the year to 31 August 2025, while operating profit surged by around a third to £47m as margins improved across the business from 2.7% to 3.5%.
Performance was underpinned by tight cost control and a strong pipeline of framework and repeat work, helping offset]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bk-builds-profits-as-477m-cash-pile-fuels-expansion/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bk-builds-profits-as-477m-cash-pile-fuels-expansion/ Warmfront, JJ Crump and South Coast Insulation Services are being investigated over allegations they conspired to exploit the Energy Company Obligation 4 scheme by submitting claims for jobs where little or no work was carried out.ECO4 is the government’s flagship energy efficiency programme aimed at]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/four-arrested-as-sfo-probes-eco4-retrofit-claims/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/four-arrested-as-sfo-probes-eco4-retrofit-claims/ Alexander Oastler Ltd, which traded as Oastler, has ceased trading after Interpath appointed James Dewar and Alistair McAlinden as joint provisional liquidators on 21 April.
The Dundee-based business, founded in 1863, delivered joinery services across residential and commercial markets, including refurbishments and bespoke manufacture of furniture, w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/dundee-joinery-specialist-ceases-trading-after-163-years/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/dundee-joinery-specialist-ceases-trading-after-163-years/ The firm and civils partner A E Yates have teamed up with Finnish specialist Hyperion Robotics to deliver 90 high-strength concrete pipe support bases for a flagship carbon capture project on Teesside.
The components – known as sleepers – will support 1.3km of pipeline forming part of the East Coast Cluster carbo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-opts-for-3d-printed-concrete-on-teesside-job/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-opts-for-3d-printed-concrete-on-teesside-job/ The firm and civils partner A E Yates have teamed up with Finnish specialist Hyperion Robotics to deliver 90 high-strength concrete pipe support bases for a flagship carbon capture project on Teesside.
The components – known as sleepers – will support 1.3km of pipeline forming part of the East Coast Cluster carbo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-opts-for-3d-printed-concrete-on-teesside-carbon-capture-job/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/costain-opts-for-3d-printed-concrete-on-teesside-carbon-capture-job/ Laing O’Rourke emerged as the big winner, securing places on all three workstreams covering EPC delivery, M&E installation and major civils.A tight five-strong p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/national-grid-plugs-in-13-firms-for-substation-works-surge/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/national-grid-plugs-in-13-firms-for-substation-works-surge/ The contractor is understood to be the frontrunner for phase 3C – the final two buildings designed by Gehry Partners – with the Malaysian-backed developer said to be nearing agreement.
Industry sources said the deal is not yet signed but Sisk has emerged as favourite in what would mark a major success for the firm in the capital.The pair of blocks w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sisk-tipped-for-280m-battersea-power-station-next-phase/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sisk-tipped-for-280m-battersea-power-station-next-phase/ MPs have warned that wave 1 – a £8.9bn pipeline of 16 hospital schemes – could trigger wider delays across the programme if early projects slip.
The Public Accounts Committee said the Department of Health and Social Care has set aside just 3% contingency funding for the 2025-30 period, leaving “very little buffer” t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/60bn-hospital-rebuild-faces-fresh-delay-danger/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/60bn-hospital-rebuild-faces-fresh-delay-danger/ Davos Property Developments – a subsidiary of TJ Morris – is now looking for contractors for the £57m scheme on Greenland Street and the £13m Blundell Street job.
A source close to the schemes said: “The developer wants to get on with these quickly so will be hoping Enquirer readers can help.”Both projects have been designed by the L]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractor-hunt-starts-for-70m-liverpool-resi-schemes/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractor-hunt-starts-for-70m-liverpool-resi-schemes/ The business, created after private equity firm EMK Capital acquired Keltbray’s infrastructure arm in August 2024, lifted turnover 15% to £367m in the year to October 2025.
But that growth has yet to translate into returns, with statutory pre-tax profit edging down 6% to £3.2m from £3.4m.The f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/aureos-hiring-spree-eats-into-margins-despite-strong-growth/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/aureos-hiring-spree-eats-into-margins-despite-strong-growth/ The robot – named Douglas – has been introduced to support and assist site teams by undertaking administrative data-collection tasks.
The robot is capable of autonomously navigating the construction site to capture 360-degree imagery and detailed progress reports to support health and safety monitoring and reporting processes.The initiative is expected to save an a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/humanoid-robot-goes-to-work-on-tilbury-douglas-site/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/humanoid-robot-goes-to-work-on-tilbury-douglas-site/ The £100m scheme is being delivered through a joint venture between Watkin Jones and Maslow Capital.
Located on a brownfield plot in Bristol’s Temple Quarter regeneration zone, the project will deliver a mix of studios and cluster rooms across three blocks, including 30 non-ensuite units.Plans target BREEAM Excellent, EPC B a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/watkin-jones-clears-gateway-2-hurdle-on-bristol-pbsa-job/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/watkin-jones-clears-gateway-2-hurdle-on-bristol-pbsa-job/ The Barnsley-based group saw revenue fall 15% to £96m for the year to December 2025, while pre-tax profit dropped to £1.3m from £10.8m a year earlier.
Underlying pre-tax profit, stripping out £2.8m of one-off costs tied mainly to the closure of the Y]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/billington-profit-impacted-by-client-project-delays/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/billington-profit-impacted-by-client-project-delays/ In a trading update today the house builder issued a profit warning as it flagged the ongoing impact of macroeconomic uncertainty which it expects to last until October at least.
The firm said: “The Group remains confident that it is well positioned to navigate the economic uncertainty. However, as a consequence of lower expected profitability, it is in the early stages of seeking temp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/crest-nicholson-in-talks-with-lenders-as-market-tanks/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/crest-nicholson-in-talks-with-lenders-as-market-tanks/ Revenue climbed 18% to £316m for the year to July 2025 with growth heavily driven by its traffic management operations.
Operating profit fell to £25m from £30m, cutting operating margin to around 8% from 11%, while pre-tax profit dropped to £27m from £33m.Traffic management remains the dominant division, gen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hw-martin-tops-300m-as-traffic-arm-leads-charge/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hw-martin-tops-300m-as-traffic-arm-leads-charge/ Shay Bladen was seriously injured at the 368-homes Sniperley Park DH1 homes development last Thursday afternoon.
He was taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle where Durham Constabulary has now confirmed he died on Friday.“We love you and seeing how highly everyone speaks about you just shows the type of person you were.
“Our handsome brown-eyed boy &ndas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/teenage-builder-dies-after-concrete-pipe-accident/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/teenage-builder-dies-after-concrete-pipe-accident/ The framework will support the housing association’s planned regeneration and high-rise new-build programmes alongside its £10.9bn, 10-year investment plan.
Through this investment, SNG aims to deliver 25,000 new homes and regenerate existing communities across the south of England.In total, the framework comprises 12 lots, with each region also including a Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sovereign-unveils-winners-for-affordable-homes-deal/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sovereign-unveils-winners-for-affordable-homes-deal/ The pharma giant has been given the green light by Cambridge City Council for a six-storey block on Francis Crick Avenue that will accommodate up to 736 workers.
The scheme is geared around collaboration and large-scale events, with plans including a 200-person conference centre, a 450-seat auditorium and a 110-cover restaurant alongside office space.
The project forms part of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/astrazeneca-wins-go-ahead-for-cambridge-conference-centre/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/astrazeneca-wins-go-ahead-for-cambridge-conference-centre/ The UK construction business of the Spanish giant posted a pre-tax profit of £25m for 2025, up from £14m the previous year.
The jump was driven by a step-change in operating margin, which leapt to 4% from just 1% — a threefold increase that puts the business comfortably ahead of the Spanish group’s long-term 3.5% target for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ferrovial-construction-uk-hits-4-margin-as-profit-jumps/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ferrovial-construction-uk-hits-4-margin-as-profit-jumps/ Nine schemes across England have now been cleared to start on site with final contract awards on the next wave of jobs from the School Rebuilding Programme pipeline.
Bowmer & Kirkland dominates the latest release with two of the biggest secondary school jobs, securing £147m of work across Helena Romanes School in Great Dunmow, Essex and Smithdon High School in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/dfe-unleashes-243m-school-rebuild-wave-for-main-works/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/dfe-unleashes-243m-school-rebuild-wave-for-main-works/ The approved scheme will refurbish the Grade II* listed hall and surrounding site while reshaping stall provision in the town.
Under the new plans, the refurbished indoor market will provide more than 87 pitches, including 12 permanent stalls with built-in services and over 75 larger demountable units designed to give traders more sp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-17m-huddersfield-historic-market-revamp/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/green-light-for-17m-huddersfield-historic-market-revamp/ O’Connell Contracting has been appointed by Ashford Borough Council for the demolition and enabling works at Park Mall in the town centre.
Works will last up to 12 months to bring down the shopping centre and two multi-storey car parks and make the site ready for the next phase.An O’Connell spokesperson said: “We ar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/oconnell-contracting-lands-major-kent-demolition-job/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/oconnell-contracting-lands-major-kent-demolition-job/ The 17-year-old was injured at the 368-homes Sniperley Park DH1 homes development on Thursday afternoon.
The force said his head and neck injuries were “life-threatening” and he had been taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle.The Bellway Homes site is currently at the groundworks stage with Esh Group carrying out]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/teenage-builder-crushed-by-concrete-pipe/Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/teenage-builder-crushed-by-concrete-pipe/ Waghorn joins the geotechnical giant’s piling and ground improvement operation with more than 25 years of experience across the UK, Ireland and Australia.
He arrives from Aarsleff, where he most recently worked as ground engineering director for over four years.He brings heavyweight sector credentials having previously served as piling operations director at J Murphy & Sons f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/keller-hires-former-aarsleff-boss-to-run-foundations-arm/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/keller-hires-former-aarsleff-boss-to-run-foundations-arm/ The father -of-two, 35, had been working for Redditch-based BA Mobile Fleet Services Limited when the incident happened on 14 December 2023.
His leg injuries were so severe his  left foot and lower leg subsequently had to be amputated, while he sustained serious injuries to his right leg. The man was also dismissed from his job after the incident.The then 33-year-old had been inside a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-crushed-by-one-tonne-concrete-block/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-crushed-by-one-tonne-concrete-block/ The scheme, being brought forward with development partner ECF – a joint venture between Homes England and Legal & General – will transform brownfield land opposite the Old Town into a mixed-use neighbourhood over the next 15 years.A hybrid planning application has been submitted for East Bank Urban Village.
The detailed application for phase one wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-in-for-hull-850-home-east-bank-docklands-revival/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-in-for-hull-850-home-east-bank-docklands-revival/ The contractor will work with the university under a two-stage pre-construction services agreement secured through the Southern Construction Framework, putting it in the frame for the main build once design work is finalised.
The planned purpose-built student accommodation project will rise on the eastern edge of the campus and is aimed at increasi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-lands-university-of-bath-960-bed-campus-job/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-lands-university-of-bath-960-bed-campus-job/ The contractor will start work in June on the North Plaza, a 15-hectare gateway east of Abbey Road in Leiston that will handle worker access, deliveries and security screening for the £38bn power station job.
The plaza will act as the main entry point into the Temporary Construction Area, with new roads linking in buses,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-lands-70m-sizewell-c-gateway-civils-job/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/kier-lands-70m-sizewell-c-gateway-civils-job/ The Carmoor Road development will provide 172 student bedrooms in a mix of studio and cluster apartments, located within walking distance of the University of Manchester and the wider Oxford Road Corridor.
Once completed,  it will be operated by Host Student Housing – Tiger Developments’ student accommo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gmi-seals-40m-deal-for-tiger-developments/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gmi-seals-40m-deal-for-tiger-developments/ The Carmoor Road development will provide 172 student bedrooms in a mix of studio and cluster apartments, located within walking distance of the University of Manchester and the wider Oxford Road Corridor.
Once completed,  it will be operated by Host Student Housing – Tiger Developments’ student accommo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gmi-lands-40m-deal-for-tiger-developments/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gmi-lands-40m-deal-for-tiger-developments/ Latest ONS data shows the monthly increase was powered by a 4.3% jump in private housing new work, making it the biggest contributor to growth.
The uplift also reflected broader gains across the industry, with new work rising 1.0% and repair and maintenance up 0.9% on the month.But the housing-led bounce was not enough to change the direction of travel with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-housing-lifts-construction-output-in-february/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/new-housing-lifts-construction-output-in-february/ The latest survey of developers and contractors shows that rather than a weak market with firms chasing all opportunities, the contracting sector continues to be selective as appetite for risk reduces amid global uncertainty.
Education remains the standout sector for tender opportunities for a fourth consecutive quarter,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-hold-bid-discipline-as-public-work-keeps-jobs-flowing/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/contractors-hold-bid-discipline-as-public-work-keeps-jobs-flowing/ Dumfries and Galloway Council has agreed a £45.4m deal for the 43-month project, up from the £37.5m value set when the contractor was first lined up through a two-stage procurement route last year.
The 21% increase reflects cost movement between early contractor involvement and final contract agreement, with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaughlin-amp-harvey-seals-pound45m-dumfries-flood-job-after-cost-surge/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaughlin-amp-harvey-seals-pound45m-dumfries-flood-job-after-cost-surge/ The group said full-year pre-tax profit will now come in “significantly ahead” of previous forecasts, boosted by rising activity levels and improved visibility across its order book.
Fit-out is leading the charge, with profits now expected to push beyond the top end of its £80m–£100m medium-]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-upgrades-2026-outlook-as-profits-surge/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-upgrades-2026-outlook-as-profits-surge/ Warwick District Council gave unanimous approval for seven manufacturing buildings at the GreenPower Park site, unlocking 4.8m sq ft of industrial space and moving the flagship scheme firmly towards delivery.
The approved units will range from 69,000 sq ft up to a huge 1.5m sq ft, setting up one of the lar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/coventry-airport-25bn-gigafactory-zone-cleared-for-take-off/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/coventry-airport-25bn-gigafactory-zone-cleared-for-take-off/ An HSE  inspection at Ling Developments Limited’s site at The Crest Telford in April 2024 identified failings including no hot or warm water in the toilets and a lack of suitable rest facilities for workers.
The inspection resulted in two improvement notices being served, requiring the company to take action to comply with the law.On three previous occasions, th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lack-of-site-hot-water-lands-contractor-in-court/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lack-of-site-hot-water-lands-contractor-in-court/ The contractor secured £1.36bn of new work in 2025, up sharply from £958m the previous year, driven by a trio of major wins across building and infrastructure.
These included the £199m Botanic Place office development in Cambridge, a £153m upgrade of the A47 Thickthorn junction for National Highways and a &]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/skanska-builds-pipeline-with-43-order-surge-to-136bn/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/skanska-builds-pipeline-with-43-order-surge-to-136bn/ The family and employee-owned firm distributed close to £1m through its profit-related pay scheme, which allocates 10% of annual profits equally across its 639-strong workforce — delivering an average bonus of around £1,500 per employee.
On top of that, the founder Chambers family, senior directors and e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lindum-hands-staff-2m-windfall-from-profits/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lindum-hands-staff-2m-windfall-from-profits/ Revenue rose by a third to £326.7m from £244m last time as the firm targets £500m turnover by 2030.
BW came into 2026 with over £210 million in secured work for the current period and is on target to achieve £375 million turnover in 2026. £42 million has been secured for 2027 to dat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-fit-out-boom-sees-profits-surge-at-bw/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-fit-out-boom-sees-profits-surge-at-bw/ Barratt Redrow said it remains on track to hit FY26 targets, but warned the real impact of the Middle East conflict is likely to land later this year through higher energy-driven materials costs.
In a third quarter trading update, the house builder said it remains]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barratt-redrow-shrugs-off-middle-east-turmoil-to-hold-profit-forecast/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barratt-redrow-shrugs-off-middle-east-turmoil-to-hold-profit-forecast/ The project marks a key milestone in the Northumberland town’s wider £36m regeneration push, with council bosses banking on the scheme to reboot footfall and kickstart a stronger evening economy.
Plans centre on a five-screen cinema operated by REEL Cinemas, alongside two restaurant units an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/robertson-bags-starring-role-on-16m-ashington-cinema-job/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/robertson-bags-starring-role-on-16m-ashington-cinema-job/ The project was secured through the DfE Construction Framework High Value Band Lot 1 & 2 and reflects Willmott Dixon’s strong track record in education delivery, with £700m secured to date on the current DfE framework.
The 19-acre scheme, designed by Ellis Williams Architects, will deliver a new three]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-lands-61m-merseyside-school-rebuild/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-lands-61m-merseyside-school-rebuild/ The latest phase – known as 3B-  of the new Northstowe community will also include a new local centre, a primary school and supporting infrastructure, including roads, utilities and green space.
A planning application will be made before the end of 2026, with building work expected to begin in 2027, and the first residents moving in from 2028.Al]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-agrees-deal-for-next-1000-homes-at-northstowe/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-agrees-deal-for-next-1000-homes-at-northstowe/ Rogers joined Muse in April 2022 and has since risen from the North West team to director of project management for the region.He has been closely involved in regeneration schemes in St Helens, Prestwich, Wythenshawe and Oldham, while also helping shape the firm’s wider ESG, sus]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/muse-installs-national-ops-chief-to-deliver-63bn-pipeline/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/muse-installs-national-ops-chief-to-deliver-63bn-pipeline/ The project forms the main works package of a wider £22m overhaul of the council’s Dock Road base, which has faced disruption since 2023 because of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete concerns.
The £35m turnover regional contractor’s work will include a new council chamb]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/apex-lands-15m-medway-council-hq-overhaul-job/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/apex-lands-15m-medway-council-hq-overhaul-job/ The developer has secured detailed planning consent for the scheme which will deliver a total of 93,110 sq ft across six warehouse units.
Site clearance works are now underway to allow MCS Group to start main construction in May on a speculative basis, giving occupiers the ability to occupy units from February 2027.Gareth Williams, Director]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcs-group-lands-22m-walsall-warehouse-deal/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcs-group-lands-22m-walsall-warehouse-deal/ The move, revealed in its latest consultation, will see key packages of work brought forward and delivered at the same time rather than waiting for earlier phases to complete – a shift designed to cut programme risk and bring earlier benefits to passengers and developers.
Under]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/east-west-rail-reset-plan-to-speed-up-construction/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/east-west-rail-reset-plan-to-speed-up-construction/ The Chorley-based firm that employs over 800 staff posted revenue of £227m for the year to 31 December 2025, up from £216m, while pre-tax profit jumped 29% to £17m.
A focus on tighter cost control and delivery efficiencies lifted operating margin to 6.9% from 5.8% last time.Growth was fuelled by stronger cli]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/avove-hits-69-margin-as-growth-streak-continues/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/avove-hits-69-margin-as-growth-streak-continues/ The project will transform the Coleford site into a modern leisure and community hub after years of planning, funding delays and redesign.
BAM was originally appointed to deliver the £11m project in 2023 but withdrew after it failed to agree a final price with the local council.The final sign-off price has not been r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-final-sign-off-on-forest-of-dean-leisure-job/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/willmott-dixon-final-sign-off-on-forest-of-dean-leisure-job/ A single contractor to deliver overhead line electrification, traction power, distribution systems and associated design under a long-term delivery model.
The framework is structured as a nil value NR30 Framework Commission Agreement, with around £300m of works initially identified and a total potential pipeline rising to £450m as fu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/network-rail-lines-up-450m-scotland-electrification-deal/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/network-rail-lines-up-450m-scotland-electrification-deal/ The development will create an attractive green route, enhancing the walk to and from the station to the city centre, connecting the Garrick Theatre and shops, as well as the planned new cinema and leisure facilities.
Plans include new trees, planting, seat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tcc-lands-lichfield-green-linear-park/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tcc-lands-lichfield-green-linear-park/ The incident happened on 5 April 2018 at Eurotunnel’s UK terminal of the Channel Tunnel, in Folkestone.
The surveyor stood at the bottom of one of the lighting masts with the Eurotunnel maintenance team that was assisting with their inspection.As a lighting carriage was being winched to the top of the mast 18m in the air, the wires holding it failed and the 115kg unit fell,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/eurotunnel-fined-225m-after-surveyor-hit-by-lighting/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/eurotunnel-fined-225m-after-surveyor-hit-by-lighting/ The approval unlocks construction on the long-planned mental health upgrade for Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust, backed by £50m of government funding.
The project will combine refurbishment of bedrooms on two existing wards to deliver full en-suite provision with a new modular two-storey ward block built by McAvoy.Architect P+HS]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcavoy-go-ahead-for-65m-bradford-hospital-overhaul/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mcavoy-go-ahead-for-65m-bradford-hospital-overhaul/ The Manchester tower builder posted turnover of £280m for the year to 31 October 2025, up 5.6% from £265m, while pre-tax profit jumped to £9.7m from £6.3m.
As the business worked through a heavy programme of completions operating margin rose to 3.3%]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/renaker-profit-climbs-after-bumper-year-of-tower-completions/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/renaker-profit-climbs-after-bumper-year-of-tower-completions/ The Liverpool-based contractor posted a pre-tax loss of £8.7m for the year to March 2025, widening from a £5.8m loss the previous year, as turnover fell 38% to £66m.
The downturn reflects a lack of new starts, with activity largely limited to completing existing schemes including the 1,287-bed Square Gardens co-living project in Manc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/downing-construction-sinks-deeper-into-loss/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/downing-construction-sinks-deeper-into-loss/ The contractor posted a £56m pre-tax profit for the nine months to 31 March 2025, reversing a near £14m loss the previous year.
Revenue dropped to £291m from £465m, reflecting both the shorter reporting period and the impact of the carve-out from its former parent.The bus]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bovis-swings-back-to-profit-after-atlas-takeover-reset/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bovis-swings-back-to-profit-after-atlas-takeover-reset/ Rolls-Royce SMR was selected as the preferred technology partner last June and £2.6bn was allocated in the 2025 Spending Review towards the wider programme delivery.
The UK’s first SMR project at Wylfa on Anglesey in North Wales will support around 3,000 jobs at peak construction and thousands more across the UK supply ch]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rolls-royce-signs-small-nuclear-plants-contract/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rolls-royce-signs-small-nuclear-plants-contract/ Daniels is currently the Executive Chair of one of Vistry’s two largest operating divisions and a member of the Group’s Executive Leadership Team.
He joined Countryside Partnerships in 2016, helping to establish new regions and grow the business, taking on his first senior leadership role in 2019.Since then Daniels has undertaken a variety of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-promotes-from-within-to-succeed-greg-fitzgerald/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vistry-promotes-from-within-to-succeed-greg-fitzgerald/ The RC frame and civils specialist posted turnover of £106m for the year to 30 September 2025, down from £116m, reflecting a deliberate move away from private residential and commercial jobs.
Pre-tax profit held steady at £4.1m (2024: £4.3m), with margins improving to 3.9% as the firm focused on longer-duration, lower-risk projects.Cash at]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mpb-builds-160m-pipeline-as-public-sector-pivot-pays-off/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mpb-builds-160m-pipeline-as-public-sector-pivot-pays-off/ Whiterod joins as head of retrofit after nine years at United Infrastructure, where he built experience across major social housing upgrade and energy efficiency programmes.
He brings more than 15 years in construction and social housing and will now lead Guildmore’s next phase of retrofit growth as clients grapple with tougher standards, cha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/guildmore-hires-united-living-retrofit-chief/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/guildmore-hires-united-living-retrofit-chief/ Earl Wiggins, Vice President of Manufacturing Operations, UK for Agratas said: “We welcome the UK Government’s investment as we build a battery manufacturing facility that will play a vital role in delivering net zero and strengthening the UK’s position as a global leader in battery manufacturing.
“This]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-gives-380m-grant-to-agratas-gigafactory/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-gives-380m-grant-to-agratas-gigafactory/ The Red Lion Court scheme, known as Project Roar, will see 23,200 sq m of office space built across 11 storeys, with two basement levels.
Morgan Sindall came in second place with a dozen project wins totalling am estimated £270m, the largest being the £130m redevelopment of the Crystal Palace Sports Centre in south London.
Shed and multistorey living specialist]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-tops-march-contracts-league-after-big-office-win/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-tops-march-contracts-league-after-big-office-win/ The joint venture aims to deliver six interlinked villages across a 660-hectare site, combining housing, green infrastructure and community facilities in what partners are billing as a blueprint for future large-scale development.
Around 1,950 of the homes will be affordable, with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barratt-redrow-and-pfp-team-up-for-8500-home-garden-town/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/barratt-redrow-and-pfp-team-up-for-8500-home-garden-town/ The first phase will include over 70,000 sq ft of flexible mid-tech workspace aimed at pioneering businesses and a 1,500-space multi-storey mobility hub with cycle facilities and ground-floor commercial uses.
The hybrid planning application also includes 500,000 sq ft of medium and large-]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-go-in-for-first-phase-of-16m-sq-ft-mix-manchester/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 22:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-go-in-for-first-phase-of-16m-sq-ft-mix-manchester/ The partnership will combine family owned NorDan’s long-standing manufacturing expertise and product performance, with RED Systems’ proven UK delivery capability.
RED Systems will continue to offer its full range of aluminium commercial projects both on high risk and non-high risk buildings across the UK, and the No]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/red-systems-joins-forces-with-nordan-uk/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 22:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/red-systems-joins-forces-with-nordan-uk/ Its UK arm, Strabag UK has agreed a recommended cash offer of 52.3p a share, representing a 58.5% premium to aim-listed Van Elle’s share price.
The move strengthens Strabag’s push to build a vertically integrated construction platform in the UK, adding specialist geotechnical capability across key sectors.
Van Elle is one of the UK’s largest geotechnical and ground engineer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/strabag-swoops-to-buy-piling-specialist-van-elle-for-59m/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/strabag-swoops-to-buy-piling-specialist-van-elle-for-59m/ The Riverside Place development will consist of three brick-clad towers risin from 21 storey to 35 storeys set to reshape a key stretch of the Irwell.
It plans to redevelop a 2.2-acre site on Ordsall Lane and Regent Road – currently occupied by McDonald’s, KFC and Grosvenor Casino – into a high-density residential quarter backed by Crescent Investments.
Desig]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-in-for-814-home-salford-waterfront-scheme/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/plans-in-for-814-home-salford-waterfront-scheme/ Tower Hamlets Council selected the London contractor following a competitive flexible procedure, with Morgan Sindall and Chalegrove Properties missing out.
The job will see the existing leisure centre in Shadwell demolished and replaced with a modern facility alongside 29 new homes.
Planned housing block at site
Guildmore w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/guildmore-lands-60m-london-leisure-and-flats-job/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/guildmore-lands-60m-london-leisure-and-flats-job/ Tower Hamlets Council selected the London contractor following a competitive flexible procedure, with Morgan Sindall and Chalegrove Properties missing out.
The job will see the existing leisure centre in Shadwell demolished and replaced with a modern facility alongside 29 new homes.
Planned housing block at site
Guildmore w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/guildmore-lands-60m-lodon-leisure-and-flats-job/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/guildmore-lands-60m-lodon-leisure-and-flats-job/ Tower Hamlets Council selected the London contractor as preferred bidder following a competitive flexible procedure, which included Morgan Sindall and Chalegrove Properties also bidding the job.
The job will see the existing leisure centre in Shadwell demolished and replaced with a modern facility along]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/guildmore-in-line-for-60m-london-leisure-and-flats-job/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/guildmore-in-line-for-60m-london-leisure-and-flats-job/ Turnover climbed 12% to £285m in the year to 30 September 2025 but pre-tax profit slid from £8.4m to £8m in what directors described as an increasingly competitive market against a fluctuating economic backdrop.
Operating margins at the employee-owned group fell back to 2.9% from 3.3% in te prior year.
Despite that squeeze, Erith strengthened its cash po]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/erith-lifts-turnover-as-staff-bonus-pool-tops-64m-since-2017/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/erith-lifts-turnover-as-staff-bonus-pool-tops-64m-since-2017/ It will be focusing on four distinct areas – geography; scale; sector specialism; and supply chain – under a newly created parent company RedGroup Ltd.Details of the four areas are:Geographical focus: Red South West and the newly created Red London and Red East comprise RED Group’s geographical focus.
Large scale contracts: Red Major Projects is an evolution of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/red-revamps-group-structure-in-push-for-growth/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/red-revamps-group-structure-in-push-for-growth/ The 15-storey Ferrous tower in Piccadilly East – first approved more than four years ago – can now push towards site start after being transferred into the £860m Impact&Places Fund backed by Homes England, Swiss Life Asset Managers and Capital&Centric.
The 107-flat scheme off Chapeltown Street becomes the first deal for th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/manchester-tower-deal-finally-unlocked-after-four-year-stall/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/manchester-tower-deal-finally-unlocked-after-four-year-stall/ It includes setting up a new dedicated taskforce, lower caseloads and a promise to get average decision times below 12 weeks by December 2026.
This is still above the statutory milestone of 8 weeks but would be a major improvement on turnaround times for remediation applications.Many contractors and housing providers have been stuck behind slow approva]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/building-safety-regulator-moves-to-unblock-cladding-fix-backlog/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/building-safety-regulator-moves-to-unblock-cladding-fix-backlog/ The increases came as construction output reduced again with residential work falling the fastest.
The bellwether S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index rose to 45.6 in March from 44.5 in February but remained below the neutral 50.0 value for the fifteenth month in a row.March data pointed to a renewed downturn in supplier performance. Average lead times among vendors lengthened fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/buyers-report-construction-cost-surge/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/buyers-report-construction-cost-surge/ The appointment follows planning approval last month and keeps the £100m visitor attraction on track to open its first phase in early 2027, ahead of full completion in 2028.
VINCI was selected via the North West Construction Hub High Value Framework after emerging as most economically advantageous bidder.The firm now]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vinci-bags-landmark-100m-morecambe-eden-job/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vinci-bags-landmark-100m-morecambe-eden-job/ The US banking giant is now preparing to submit a planning application for a 265m tower at Riverside South that will overtake 8 Canada Square as the tallest building in the Docklands.
The scheme, designed by Foster + Partners, will deliver around 3m sq ft of office space and bring together th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jp-morgan-clears-flight-path-hurdle-for-canary-wharfs-tallest-tower/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jp-morgan-clears-flight-path-hurdle-for-canary-wharfs-tallest-tower/ The deal sees Andrew McDonough, previously managing director of the multi-family arm, take full ownership of the business through a management buy-out.
Remaining projects and staff across both single-family and multi-family teams will continue unchanged, with the same legal employing entity in place and no impact on terms.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/united-infrastructure-exits-housing-with-mbo-of-homes-arm/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/united-infrastructure-exits-housing-with-mbo-of-homes-arm/ The four-year deal, run by the procurement body with Wirral Council acting as contracting authority, will cover public sector regeneration schemes across England under the Procurement Act 2023.
The framework will mirror the firm’s regional delivery model, split across nine English regions, with developers appointed local]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/12bn-developer-framework-set-for-october-launch/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/12bn-developer-framework-set-for-october-launch/ The review of the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 signals a step-change for contractors, who face a significant expansion in what must be logged with the regulator.
At the heart of the planned reform to RIDDOR reporting is a major tightening of dangerous occurrence rul]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hse-targets-construction-with-tougher-incident-reporting-shake-up/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hse-targets-construction-with-tougher-incident-reporting-shake-up/ A notice on the government’s Find A Tender service states: “CITB operates mystery shops with the core objective of consistently monitoring testing and training centres to provide CITB with assurance that those centres are operating and following the scheme rules for each product and are delivering the standards and customer experience CITB expects.&rdqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/citb-to-spend-300000-on-mystery-shoppers/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/citb-to-spend-300000-on-mystery-shoppers/ Crofton has been in business since 1953 and will continue to operate from its existing premises in Linton under the Crofton name and while retaining the senior management team.
Ian Burford , Managing Director (Technical), Strabag UK Build Subdivision said: “This acquisition is part of our growth strategy and allows us to leverage our global-local model,  c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/strabag-buys-structural-steelwork-specialist-crofton/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/strabag-buys-structural-steelwork-specialist-crofton/ The changes that came into force from 6 April mark the biggest shake-up to CIS compliance in two decades and push liability well beyond firms directly involved in wrongdoing.Under the new regime, HM Revenue & Customs can strip businesses of gross payment status and pursue directors personally for tax losses if they “knew or should have]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hmrc-broadens-cis-fraud-powers-beyond-direct-offenders/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hmrc-broadens-cis-fraud-powers-beyond-direct-offenders/ The project will transform a 5.6-acre brownfield site, once a chalk quarry and more recently home to a B&Q store and car park, into a mid-rise mixed-use neighbourhood of eight residential buildings ranging from six to 21 storeys.
Alongside the homes will be more than 8,500 sq ft of commercial space and 1.1 acres of publicly accessible]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/berkeley-fires-up-1000-home-sutton-scheme/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/berkeley-fires-up-1000-home-sutton-scheme/ London Gateway Port has invited bids to deliver its gound-breaking 12-storey automated empty container stacking facility at the Thurrock terminal.
The BOXBAY scheme will see the shed structure rise to around 55m, stretching 323m long and 159m wide across the existing MT Park area.
The job combines heavy civils, deep foundations and a major structural steel package, with more than 15,000 tonnes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/race-starts-for-30m-mega-container-store-at-london-gateway/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/race-starts-for-30m-mega-container-store-at-london-gateway/ The job for Ealing Council, procured via the Southern Construction framework, will replace an outdated 1960s building with a modern energy-efficient facility to expand capacity and improve teaching space.
The scheme includes 22 classrooms, 11 science labs, six ICT suites, staff areas and a rooftop sky garden.
Sustainability fea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-bags-29m-west-london-school-block-job/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/morgan-sindall-bags-29m-west-london-school-block-job/ Councillors approved the hybrid application for the long-derelict former diesel depot site beside Bristol Temple Meads, marking a major step forward for the former proposed arena site in the city.
The Zaha Hadid Architects-designed masterplan will bring forward up to 520 homes, two office]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bristol-350m-temple-island-scheme-approved/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bristol-350m-temple-island-scheme-approved/ The long-term deal, also covering its Welsh business Hafren Dyfrdwy, will run for an initial 12 years from September 2026 with options to extend out to 2041.
Contractors are now lining up for places on the framework, which will underpin delivery of major underground pipeline and infrastructure upgrades across England and Wales.The proc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/severn-trent-plots-12bn-tunnelling-mega-framework/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/severn-trent-plots-12bn-tunnelling-mega-framework/ The injured worker, who was 26 at the time of the incident, had been appointed by BHG (Stone) Limited, the principal contractor, as a labourer. On 5 December 2023, he was assisting with the installation of wall insulation on the first floor of the building.
To reach the top corner of the wall]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/labourer-fractures-skull-in-stairwell-fall/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/labourer-fractures-skull-in-stairwell-fall/ The contractor will take on a wide-ranging role spanning capital works delivery and total facilities management across the university’s London campuses under a deal running to 2031, with an option to extend to 2036.
Under the deal, Graham will lead new build and refurbishment schemes,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-set-for-284m-london-met-uni-revamp/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/graham-set-for-284m-london-met-uni-revamp/ In a trading update today the firm said: “At our interim results on 26 November 2025 we anticipated a continuation of subdued market conditions for the remainder of FY2026.
“Market conditions have worsened through Q4 with uncertainty around the UK Budget in November and the recent geopolitical events in the Middle East. The Group has also seen certain customer led delays, affecting hire and service rev]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/speedy-flags-up-hire-delays-as-market-weakens/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/speedy-flags-up-hire-delays-as-market-weakens/ The ruling in Crest Nicholson v Ardmore marks a major escalation in how the Building Safety Act 2022 can be used to pursue liabilities across corporate structures, with the court making clear that group companies can be forced to stand behind historic defects.
With Ardmore preparing an appeal,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ardmore-to-appeal-landmark-15m-building-safety-act-ruling/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ardmore-to-appeal-landmark-15m-building-safety-act-ruling/ The job forms the core of the Bank’s wider Location Strategy project and will see a major consolidation and refurbishment programme rolled out across the secure and heritage-sensitive site in a live working environment.
Contractors are being lined up for a phased delivery approach covering everything from enabling works throug]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/race-begins-for-142m-bank-of-england-refurbishment-job/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/race-begins-for-142m-bank-of-england-refurbishment-job/ The year-long scam saw candidates fed answers through a concealed bluetooth earpiece during online CITB tests needed to secure CSCS cards and gain access to construction sites.
Detectives said the gang charged candidates up to £850 each to cheat the exam, generating more than £60,000 over sev]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fraud-gang-sentenced-for-fixing-safety-tests-for-cscs-cards/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fraud-gang-sentenced-for-fixing-safety-tests-for-cscs-cards/ The year-long scam saw candidates fed answers through a concealed bluetooth earpiece during online CITB tests needed to secure CSCS cards and gain access to construction sites.
Detectives said the gang charged candidates up to £850 each to cheat the exam, generating more than £60,000 over sev]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fraud-gang-sentenced-for-fixing-cscs-safety-tests/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/fraud-gang-sentenced-for-fixing-cscs-safety-tests/ Founder Paul Ruddick becomes chief executive of the new Reds10 Group, overseeing nine businesses across the vertically integrated operation while remaining chairman of Reds10.
Ryan Geldard, new chief executive of Reds10
Geldard, previously managing director – offsite, takes day-to-day control as the firm tar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/reds10-shake-up-puts-founder-in-new-group-ceo-seat/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/reds10-shake-up-puts-founder-in-new-group-ceo-seat/ The firm said it will largely stop buying land, warning it cannot hit required returns amid rising tax, regulation and soft sales.
Instead, the developer will double down on extracting value from its existing sites and tightly control construction activity in line with demand and regulatory delays.The move comes des]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/berkeley-slams-brakes-on-land-buying-as-market-headwinds-bite/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/berkeley-slams-brakes-on-land-buying-as-market-headwinds-bite/ The latest haul of half a dozen jobs includes a carbon capture facility on Teesside, Wales High School in Sheffield, Tubecon’s biggest bridge job to date in Cambridgeshire, the National Railway Museum and a silicon chip manufacturing facility in Bristol.
Billington has also secured a London data centre scheme for an existing client]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/billington-lands-50m-project-haul-as-order-book-backs-2026-target/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/billington-lands-50m-project-haul-as-order-book-backs-2026-target/ The Government Major Projects Portfolio has been trimmed from around 200 schemes to about 80, in a move designed to sharpen focus on the most critical programmes and improve oversight.
The reset also confirms a shift in control to the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority, which repla]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pay-caps-scrapped-in-mega-schemes-reset-to-lure-top-talent/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/pay-caps-scrapped-in-mega-schemes-reset-to-lure-top-talent/ Accounts for the year to 30 June 2025 reveal that while pre-tax profit doubled to £814,000 from £404,000, margins remained tight at just 0.7% underlining the pressure still facing contractors even as workloads rise.
Torsion said its model of working closely with sister business Torsion Developments at conception, planning and pre-construction stage had hel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/torsion-eyes-200m-turnover-despite-slowdown-threat/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/torsion-eyes-200m-turnover-despite-slowdown-threat/ The Leeds-based firm said the deal strengthens delivery capability across water, environmental and wider infrastructure markets as AMP8 spending ramps up.
The five-year cycle is worth around £100bn, roughly double the previous round, and is expected to drive a surge in upgrade and resilience work.Sutton-in-Ashfield-based ESG tu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ng-bailey-buys-esg-to-tap-100bn-water-investment-wave/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ng-bailey-buys-esg-to-tap-100bn-water-investment-wave/ The contractor is creating a new director of technology role, with Paul Connolly stepping up from head of construction technical services to lead its growing data centre division.
He will report to Rob Lemming, who leads the Public, Science and Technology business unit, and take charge of one of the firm’s fastest-expanding secto]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-lines-up-data-centre-push-with-senior-switch/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mace-lines-up-data-centre-push-with-senior-switch/ Ashfield District Council said internal checks identified governance issues within the Automated Distribution and Manufacturing Centre (ADMC) project.
Lindum started on the site as main contractor last Summer and the council has now confirmed works were paused in January.After council officials raised concerns an independent review confirmed that some elements of the proje]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/work-stopped-on-44m-lindum-site-after-council-blunder/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/work-stopped-on-44m-lindum-site-after-council-blunder/ Bryson was chosen due to its simple “smarter, faster, greener” ordering process with its greener reporting portal for transparent carbon emissions tracking a key differential.
Rodney Fear, Bryson Business Development Director said: “We’re excited to partner with Laing O’Rourke as one of  their preferred PPE and Site Consu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bryson-lands-laing-orourke-ppe-deal/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bryson-lands-laing-orourke-ppe-deal/ The government-backed lender opens for business this week with a clear brief: de-risk developments, crowd in private capital and accelerate delivery across England’s clogged housing pipeline.
A first £100m deal with insurer Aviva will fund thousands of build-to-rent homes, including a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/16bn-housing-bank-launches-to-unlock-stalled-schemes/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/16bn-housing-bank-launches-to-unlock-stalled-schemes/ The US private equity firm made its approach earlier this year before returning in March with a formal indicative proposal for the AIM-listed supplier, now branded BRCK.
But Brickability’s board moved quickly to reject the bid, saying it “fundamentally undervalued” the business.The firm had opened the door to talks and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/us-investor-behind-bovis-circles-listed-brick-giant/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/us-investor-behind-bovis-circles-listed-brick-giant/ The structural steel giant said underlying pre-tax profit for the year to 28 March 2026 will hit market expectations at around £10.2m.
But behind the steady headline number, profitability is being squeezed by major project delays.A £438m UK and Europe order book continues to provide the steelwork contractor with visibility.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/severfield-hit-by-margin-squeeze-as-job-delays-impact/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/severfield-hit-by-margin-squeeze-as-job-delays-impact/ Originally constructed in 1913, 50 Pall Mall was redeveloped in 1997 while retaining its carved Portland stone façade. It was later refurbished to a Grade A standard in 2006.
The current building contains 33,888 sq ft of office space across nine floors.Tishman Speyer plans to modernise the building, including upgrading its ESG credentials and enhancing ame]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tishman-speyer-to-refurb-pall-mall-office-block/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tishman-speyer-to-refurb-pall-mall-office-block/ A joint alert from the Builders Merchants Federation and Construction Products Association reveals the conflict is driving a sharp rise in transport and production costs across the supply chain.
Merchants, house builders and contractors say surcharges are already landing with little warning and limited justific]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/middle-east-crisis-fuels-fresh-construction-cost-surge/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/middle-east-crisis-fuels-fresh-construction-cost-surge/ The Metro Riverside project will transform under-used land around the shopping centre into a mixed-use, carbon-neutral district designed as a “city within a city”, with Metrocentre repositioned at its core.Plans centre on compact, walkable neighbourhoods supported by upgraded transport links an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/metrocentre-owner-signs-up-for-4500-home-tyne-riverside-revival/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/metrocentre-owner-signs-up-for-4500-home-tyne-riverside-revival/ The Norman Foster designed offices formerly known as 33 Canada Square has secured consent for a major 545,000 sq ft upgrade.
Reworked by architect T P Bennett, the renamed 17-storey One Eden project will advance once the developer has secured a prelet for the space.As well as creating new groundfloor retail space there is an option for a rooftop destination]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/canary-wharf-group-lines-up-another-major-office-retrofit/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/canary-wharf-group-lines-up-another-major-office-retrofit/ Turnover jumped 25% to £973m in 2025 as newly-secured work moved into delivery, but pre-tax profit halved to £9.8m as higher-margin legacy projects dropped out of the mix.
Operation margin fell to 2.0% from 3.5%, reflecting a business now weighted towards early-stage jobs yet to reach peak prof]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/multiplex-revenue-nears-1bn-but-margins-squeezed/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/multiplex-revenue-nears-1bn-but-margins-squeezed/ The Sheffield contractor posted turnover of £71m for 2025, up from £50m the year before, while pre-tax profit swung to £1.24m from a £1.65m loss.
Henry Boot sold its contracting arm to its management last year to concentrate on house building and land and property development.HBC issued the update after figures pub]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hbc-targets-120m-turnover-after-profit-recovery-year/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hbc-targets-120m-turnover-after-profit-recovery-year/ The mutual will not offer renewal terms from 1 July 2026 and will instead wind down through a solvent exit, continuing to meet existing claims but writing no new business.
Its departure removes one of the last insurers willing to provi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cladding-claims-see-major-insurer-pull-plug-on-architect-pi-cover/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/cladding-claims-see-major-insurer-pull-plug-on-architect-pi-cover/ The Growth and Housing Accelerator Fund will target sites where progress has stalled due to lack of transport infrastructure cash.
It forms part of Road Investment Strategy 3 (RIS3) and will launch with a £165m investment.The fund will focus on locations on or near to motorways and A-roads across England.
Secretary of State Heidi Alexander said: “Too many housin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/165m-earmarked-for-roads-to-unlock-stalled-housing-sites/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/165m-earmarked-for-roads-to-unlock-stalled-housing-sites/ Paul Coulson, 56, died after a colleague started a conveyor not realising he had climbed inside it.
The incident happened on 22 May 2024 at Herringswell Sawmills, a site in Bury St Edmonds in Suffolk operated by Huws Gray Limited. Coulson, a labourer, had been tasked with removing plastic packaging from pall]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/builders-merchant-fined-22m-after-labourer-crushed-to-death/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/builders-merchant-fined-22m-after-labourer-crushed-to-death/ Toplass will step into an executive founder role for the group, while Jason Stapley – Pagabo’s other founding member – will continue in a chief procurement officer role for the procurement business.
The move will see both refocus their efforts on new strategic growth opportunities, nurturi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/all-change-at-the-top-of-pagabo/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:56:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/all-change-at-the-top-of-pagabo/ Changes by developers British Land and AustralianSuper will see an increase in height and massing of the residential buildings “in response to major regulatory changes and sector-wide cost and viability challenges.”
Levels of affordable housing have also chenged to 20% in the next phase and a minimum 9% across the whole site.The decision will allow the next phase of development]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-revised-canada-water-masterplan-2/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:43:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-revised-canada-water-masterplan-2/ Changes by developers British Land and AustralianSuper will see an increase in height and massing of the residential buildings “in response to major regulatory changes and sector-wide cost and viability challenges.”
Levels of affordable housing have also chenged to 20% in the next phase and a minimum 9% across the whole site.The decision will allow the next phase of development]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-revised-canada-water-masterplan/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:43:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/go-ahead-for-revised-canada-water-masterplan/ The house builder, owned by US investor Apollo, turned in a sharp jump in 2025 trading, with pre-tax profit climbing 75% to £124m as turnover jumped by just over a third to £1.43bn.
Completions increased 29% to 4,931 homes, including 779 delivered by St Modwen over the 11 months since the acqui]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/miller-homes-targets-7000-homes-after-record-results-surge/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 09:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/miller-homes-targets-7000-homes-after-record-results-surge/ The four-year deal will simplify the purchase or hire of modular buildings across the public sector, including education, health, housing, and justice sectors.
Michelle Walker, Head of Procurement Service and Supply Solutions at YPO, said: “We have an outstanding panel of providers on this agreement, which offers innovative and sustainable solutions to meet the needs of YPO customer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-revealed-for-500m-modular-building-framework/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-revealed-for-500m-modular-building-framework/ The funding deal with Associated British Ports will unlock early design, engineering and enabling works, paving the way for a full-scale redevelopment of the South Wales port into a heavy-duty assembly and marshalling hub for Celtic Sea projects.
The move signals the first real step towards building the ons]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/first-floating-wind-turbine-assembly-port-set-for-port-talbot/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/first-floating-wind-turbine-assembly-port-set-for-port-talbot/ The Turkish-owned contractor will deliver 35 affordable housing units, 10 high-end apartments and three luxury penthouses for client Lodha group on the former Odeon cinema site opposite the Design Museum.
Ant Yapi said: “We are honoured to partner on this landmark development and look forward to delivering a project that reflects the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.&]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ant-yapi-lands-holland-park-gate-contract/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ant-yapi-lands-holland-park-gate-contract/ A report from consultant Gleeds says the Defence Infrastructure Organisation must shift away from one-off procurement towards alliancing and early contractor involvement to build the strong supply chain needed to deliver at pace the UK’s ambitions.
Defence infrastructure spending is expec]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/defence-infrastructure-push-risks-stalling-without-reform/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:08:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/defence-infrastructure-push-risks-stalling-without-reform/ South Cambridgeshire District Council has approved the project, which will bring two resident-led communities together side-by-side in a single development – a UK first at this scale.
The scheme marks the first major job from a joint venture between developer TOWN and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hill-to-build-uks-first-large-scale-dual-cohousing-build/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:02:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hill-to-build-uks-first-large-scale-dual-cohousing-build/ The new Road Investment Strategy 3 marks a pivot toward maintenance, renewal, and completing existing, rather than starting new, enhancement projects.
Just five big enhancement schemes are due to start during the five-year RIS3 period through to 2031.Ministers are pitching the package as one of the biggest ever road funding rounds, with a clear]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/27bn-ris-3-roads-reboot-targets-network-renewal-full-list/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/27bn-ris-3-roads-reboot-targets-network-renewal-full-list/ The social housing services contractor this morning revealed it had secured a £450m, 10-year contract with Birmingham City Council and a £250m, 10-year deal with Cross Keys Homes in Peterborough, cementing its push into core maintenance work.
The wins cap a strong year of contract retention and new business, with Mears now sitting]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mears-700m-housing-wins-lift-order-book-to-record-4bn/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:35:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mears-700m-housing-wins-lift-order-book-to-record-4bn/ The Employment Tribunal ruling has been shared with the Enquirer showing a victory for 1,687 ex-ISG staff.
The former employees have been successful in their Protective Award claims worth up to £5,600 each – more than £9m in total.The tribunal ruled in their favour because ISG failed in its legal duty to consult collec]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/former-isg-staff-win-redundancy-legal-claims/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:20:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/former-isg-staff-win-redundancy-legal-claims/ Housing Secretary Steve Reed and Mayor Sadiq Khan have agreed a package of emergency, time-limited measures designed to get sites moving again.
The plan centres on fast-tracking viable schemes, easing cost burdens and giving the Mayor new powers to override borough refusals on major projects.Three key measures driving the resetFast-track planning route]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-planning-rules-torn-up-to-speed-up-housing/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-planning-rules-torn-up-to-speed-up-housing/ The Industrial Energy Transformation Fund award will support a £6m programme to convert the site’s gas-fired kilns to run on 100% green hydrogen.
Two tunnel kilns will be retrofitted, replacing 224 burners and installing new hydrogen supply, control and electrical systems without altering the kiln structures.The move will make]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/brick-giant-to-fire-up-worlds-first-hydrogen-kilns/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/brick-giant-to-fire-up-worlds-first-hydrogen-kilns/ The long-term public-private partnership will see the team design, build, finance and operate new and refurbished halls across the Connaught and South Stoneham campuses over 50 years.
Work will deliver 1,092 new student bed spaces by 2029 alongside the refurbishment of 399 existing rooms and restoration of the Grade II listed Stoneham House.The Aspire]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vinci-and-hochtief-set-for-170m-southampton-student-digs-job/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/vinci-and-hochtief-set-for-170m-southampton-student-digs-job/ Work will start on site in May until spring 2028 to a build new room2 hotel after a funding deal was secured by developer Marrico and Helios Real Estate with Aberdeen Investments.
The development will be located on the former Leeds International Swimming Pool site and forms part of the wider Lisbon Street regeneration in the West End of Leeds.The 16-storey scheme will contain 200 hotel rooms,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/caddick-wins-46m-leeds-hotel-job/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/caddick-wins-46m-leeds-hotel-job/ The drive is  aimed at accounts payable professionals and finance personnel in the industry.
The agency warned construction is especially vulnerable to invoice fraud because it relies on complex supply chains, frequent high value payments and reliance on emails to communicate payment instructions which criminals can compromise.Invoice fraud happens when crimi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/police-launch-construction-invoice-fraud-campaign/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/police-launch-construction-invoice-fraud-campaign/ The three-year programme will be delivered by a Network Rail and AtkinsRéalis integrated project team, covering 43 kilometres of railway near Portsmouth spanning 11 stations.
Scott Kelley, Managing Director of Complex Projects, AtkinsRéalis, said: “This project will significantly improve network performance throughout Wessex, bene]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/atkinsralis-lands-98m-rail-upgrade-deal/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:08:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/atkinsralis-lands-98m-rail-upgrade-deal/ Hartley will take over as chief executive from 1 July, replacing long-serving boss Stuart Crooks, who is stepping down after 40 years in the nuclear industry.
Hartley, an expert in mechanical engineering,  returns to the mega-project having previously spent five years as technical director on the job before moving in 2023 to lead EDF’s Nuclear Operations business, w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mampe-expert-returns-to-run-hinkley-point-c/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:03:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mampe-expert-returns-to-run-hinkley-point-c/ Approval clears the path for a 2027 start on the LSE Bankside project, with the team now preparing a Gateway 2 submission on one of the capital’s largest student accommodation jobs.
Southwark council has backed plans to redevelop Bankside House at 24 Sumner Street, with Bouygues working alongside LSE and investor Equitix.The project will replace the existing building with three linked t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bouygues-gets-go-ahead-for-triple-tower-london-student-job/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:08:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/bouygues-gets-go-ahead-for-triple-tower-london-student-job/ This clears the way for another 959 homes and student rooms at the south London regeneration job.
Southwark council approved revised plans for the West Site, covering the existing London College of Communication plot once the university moves into its new home at The Elephant.
The consented scheme will deliver 507 build-to-rent homes, including 165 affo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/final-pound400m-phase-of-london-elephant-amp-castle-scheme-approved/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:07:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/final-pound400m-phase-of-london-elephant-amp-castle-scheme-approved/ The contract will form part of Edgbaston’s Masterplan and will see Sisk undertake the redevelopment of the Raglan and Priory Stands into a new 3,200-seater stand delivering improved spectator facilities plus a new four-star Radisson RED hotel complete with hospitality boxes and pitch-facing rooms.
Completion of the stadium redevelopment is forecast in time for the Men&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sisk-to-revamp-edgbaston-in-time-for-2027-ashes/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:08:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/sisk-to-revamp-edgbaston-in-time-for-2027-ashes/ The latest remediation project is at Wren’s Cross, a residential development completed in 2019 in Maidstone.
The scheme comprises 66 apartments within a single block where Anamore will deliver a programme of remediation works designed to reduce fire risk and ensure the safety of all occupants.
At]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/anamore-lands-london-remediation-projects/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/anamore-lands-london-remediation-projects/ Working for developer Bridgemont, the scheme will retain around 90% of the existing Terry Farrell-designed structure and most of the façade, but rework the building internally and at ground level to bring it up to modern standards.
Plans include 35,000 sq m of Grade A o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-charing-cross-landmark-office-to-be-rebuilt-inside/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/london-charing-cross-landmark-office-to-be-rebuilt-inside/ Work for the client Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited will start in June and is expected to complete in 2029.
The redevelopment project will deliver a modernised harbour and expanded landside infrastructure to support current and future ferry operations.Works include significant land reclamation to create the required marshalling and laydown a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaughlin-ampnbspharvey-lands-pound107m-port-upgrade-deal/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:46:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaughlin-ampnbspharvey-lands-pound107m-port-upgrade-deal/ APS will take over the distribution, sales, and after sales support of PALFINGER´s aerial work platform business across the country.
Bernd Winderle, VP Sales & Service EMEA PD at PALFINGER said: “This new partnership with APS represents an important step forward in reinforcing PALFINGER´s aerial work platfo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lifting-giant-palfinger-links-up-with-aps/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:25:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/lifting-giant-palfinger-links-up-with-aps/ The specialist brickmaker said revenue dipped 1.7% to £69m in the year to 31 December 2025, while pre-tax profit nearly halved to £4.3m.
The group blamed the drop on a sluggish UK market, tight pricing across the sector and disruption from its own investment and integration programme.Michelmersh said UK brick dispatches ro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/michelmersh-hit-by-weak-demand-and-tight-brick-pricing/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:06:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/michelmersh-hit-by-weak-demand-and-tight-brick-pricing/ A new report from Turner & Townsend warns that viability has become the single biggest barrier to delivering tall buildings in the capital, with rising costs now colliding with weaker yields and tougher funding conditions.
The consultant found London has seen one of the steepest cost increases of any global city, making it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tower-plans-squeezed-as-london-build-costs-spiral/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/tower-plans-squeezed-as-london-build-costs-spiral/ Development manager Patrizia confirmed the award with work starting this month and practical completion targeted for August 2027.
Planning consent achieved in November will see the 1990s building transformed into a modern, highly sustainable destination in the heart of London’s financial district containing 120,000 sq ft of high-quality wo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaughlin-amp-harvey-lands-old-broad-st-revamp/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:42:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/mclaughlin-amp-harvey-lands-old-broad-st-revamp/ It said: “We propose to ban the withholding of retention payments under the terms of construction contracts, consulting on its implementation.
“This will prevent small firms losing retentions to insolvency or non-payment.”
Initial consultations showed the majority of the industry is in favour of a total ban rather than an alternative system like project bank accounts.
Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-set-to-ban-retentions/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-set-to-ban-retentions/ Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has tasked HS2 chief executive Mark Wild with testing whether stripping out complexity from the railway could save taxpayers billions and bring services into operation sooner.
Top of the list is a rethink of the line’s original 360km/h specification.Ministers said no railway in the UK or elsewhere is currently engineered for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ministers-delay-hs2-reset-plan-for-extra-cost-savings/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/ministers-delay-hs2-reset-plan-for-extra-cost-savings/ It is the first time Sumitomo has gone direct to the market with its own-branded machines having previously supplied excavators to other manufacturers.
Rouse will supply a range of 8t-50t Dash-7 diggers to the market through it Armley dealership European Plant Ltd.The target territory for plant hires and contractors will span Leeds, Nottingham, Lincol]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rouse-acquires-sumitomo-excavator-dealership/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/rouse-acquires-sumitomo-excavator-dealership/ The 28-storey scheme, close to Piccadilly station, has already secured planning approval and now moves into the Building Safety Regulator approval stage with the hope of starting work this summer.
JRL will deliver the 359 flats scheme through its in-house model, with Midgard acting as main contractor a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jrl-submits-gateway-2-for-manchester-28-storey-tower/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:35:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/jrl-submits-gateway-2-for-manchester-28-storey-tower/ Final results for the year ended 30 September 2025 where due to be posted by 31 March 2026.
But Hercules said the accounts have taken longer than expected “due to the consolidation of acquisitions and further work needed to review certain subcontractor contracts.”It added: “Consequently, in accordance with the AIM Rules, the Com]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hercules-shares-to-be-suspended-as-results-delayed/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hercules-shares-to-be-suspended-as-results-delayed/ The major retrofit scheme at 1–12 Magdalen Street has been designed by architect Perkins&Will for a partnership between The Crown Estate, Pioneer Group and Oxford Science Enterprises.
The project is currently out to tender, with Morgan Sindall understood to be one of the firms pursuing the job to create around 100,000 sq ft of lab-enabled incubator and accelerat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/125m-plan-to-convert-oxford-store-into-labs-approved/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:56:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/125m-plan-to-convert-oxford-store-into-labs-approved/ The scheme’s 800,000 sq ft first phase will contain three logistics units on the site of the former Parkside Colliery.
The enabling works programme includes site clearance, earthworks cut and fill to form platforms at the required formation levels alongside highways, drainage, service distribution and landscaping works.Follow]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/john-f-hunt-kick-starts-work-on-colliery-site-revamp/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:03:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/john-f-hunt-kick-starts-work-on-colliery-site-revamp/ The government is proposing to establish a single, unified Industry Training Board which would serve the combined construction and engineering construction sectors.
It said: “Before a change of this nature can be made, government must consult affected industry.”The consultation began on Mo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/consultation-opens-on-merging-citb-and-ecitb/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/consultation-opens-on-merging-citb-and-ecitb/ The joint venture brings together the housing body and investment giant and will launch with a seed portfolio of over 1,000 homes.
The partnership will be jointly equity financed and supported through L&G’s annuity portfolio, which deploys capital into productive assets that aims to generate income to support long-term pension commitments.The deal w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hyde-group-and-lampg-join-forces-in-affordable-homes-drive/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hyde-group-and-lampg-join-forces-in-affordable-homes-drive/ The framework is designed to support clients from the earliest planning stages through to live project delivery and ongoing contract management.
That means consultants, specialist advisers and installation contractors will all be chasing places.The biggest single package is Lot 6, a £200m total s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/race-starts-for-1bn-nhs-decarbonisation-framework/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:42:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/race-starts-for-1bn-nhs-decarbonisation-framework/ People were asked to leave Evolution Cove in Plymouth on Friday night after damage was discovered to key structural beams in the 64-unit apartment block.
Property manager Centrick told the BBC temporary accommodation had been provided and a structural back-propping system would be installed in the building.It said the works were expected to take about four weeks.
Property]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/apartment-block-evacuated-over-beam-safety-fears/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:23:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/apartment-block-evacuated-over-beam-safety-fears/ The job will be let on a two-stage design and build basis, with the successful bidder first brought in under a pre-construction services agreement to shape the detailed design and delivery strategy before moving on to construction.
Westwick Row will deliver around 80 homes on a five-acre sit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/crown-estate-lines-up-25m-hemel-housing-testbed-job/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:13:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/crown-estate-lines-up-25m-hemel-housing-testbed-job/ Each location is expected to deliver at least 10,000 homes, with several schemes scaling up to 40,000 as part of a new generation of large-scale, infrastructure-led communities.
The seven sites span London and key regional growth corridors, with a strong focus on transport links to unlock development and support]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/seven-new-towns-named-to-close-homes-delivery-gap/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/seven-new-towns-named-to-close-homes-delivery-gap/ Lovell Partnerships is transforming the former Edensor High School site in Longton into a new 193 home scheme.
A Staffordshire Police spokesman told the Stoke Sentinel: “We were called to Edensor Road following concerns for the welfare of a man at a building site. A man had sustained serious injuries after becoming trapped under a concrete pillar.&ldquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-crushed-under-concrete-pillar/Sat, 21 Mar 2026 14:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/worker-crushed-under-concrete-pillar/ The winning contractors and regions they will cover are:Axis Europe Ltd – Greater London & South East and Coast
Fortem Solutions Limited – Yorkshire, Humberside & East Midlands
Morgan Sindall Property Services Limited – Home Counties
Novus Property Solutions Limited – South West.
UI Social Infrastruct]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/five-firms-land-1bn-guinness-maintenance-deal/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/five-firms-land-1bn-guinness-maintenance-deal/ Ministers have set out plans to cut steel import quotas by 60% from July and impose a 50% tariff on material brought in above those limits — a move aimed at shielding UK producers but set to ripple through the construction supply chain.
The strategy also sets a target for UK steel to meet up to 50% of domestic demand, up]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-steel-strategy-set-to-drive-up-construction-costs/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/government-steel-strategy-set-to-drive-up-construction-costs/ Renols Lleshi, 19, was helping to dismantle scaffolding on the 12th floor roof garden of a block of flats being built at the Ark Soane Academy site, Mill Hill Road, London W3 on 5 July 2023. As he stepped onto a ventilation shaft the covering gave way, and he fell six floors to his death.
His father said “My family and I are devastated by the loss]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/teenage-labourer-dies-in-ventilation-shaft-fall/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/teenage-labourer-dies-in-ventilation-shaft-fall/ The homes will sit within a 557-home mixed-tenure scheme being brought forward by Hill in partnership with the Royal Borough of Greenwich, alongside a new leisure centre.
Clarion has acquired the affordable element through a Section 106 deal, securing the social rent homes in Blocks D and E of the development.The scheme will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hill-seals-london-woolwich-social-homes-deal-with-clarion/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/hill-seals-london-woolwich-social-homes-deal-with-clarion/ O’Sullivan joined Battersea in June 2024 after 21 years at Galliard Homes.
He was dismissed in May 2025 amid claims he raised whistleblowing concerns about his employer, a Malaysian-owned development company.He alleges that he was dismissed following charges of gross misconduct after raising concerns]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/former-battersea-power-station-boss-launches-tribunal-claim/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/former-battersea-power-station-boss-launches-tribunal-claim/ The job, awarded by London Gateway Port, will see the SME contractor build out a new automated container yard at Berth 5 as the port ramps up capacity.
The one-year programme is due to start at the end of March following the standstill period, with completion targeted by March 2027.Works will deliver 10 automated stacking crane modules alongside heavy-duty]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gobion-lands-52m-dp-world-london-gateway-yard-job/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/gobion-lands-52m-dp-world-london-gateway-yard-job/ The purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) community will also include high quality communal and outdoor spaces next to New Street Station.
The job will be completed in 2029 and reinforces Landmark Properties’ plans to implement four to six PBSA and residential schemes per year.The firm entered the UK market in 2024,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/american-student-builder-gets-birmingham-green-light/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/american-student-builder-gets-birmingham-green-light/ The four-year deal is open to public sector clients across the region and is split into six construction lots, six infrastructure lots and a single demolition lot.
Up to 10 contractors have been appointed to each lot, with heavyweights including Kier, Morgan Sindall, BAM, Galliford Try, Vinci, Wates and Willmott Dixon dominating the top-value]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-named-for-1bn-north-west-contractor-framework/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:42:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/profession/construction_news/winners-named-for-1bn-north-west-contractor-framework/