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What is the Route to Winning Your Own Expert Work within Construction Disputes?

 I was recently asked by a potential candidate what the career path is to become a Quantum Expert. I’m confident that I managed to provide a satisfactory answer, although it was more complicated to explain than I had initially assumed; hence this article trying to think it through fully. The points that follow also apply to those considering working towards becoming a Delay Expert.…

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Australia is Crying Out for Quantity Surveyors!

Is Australia calling for you? Here, Richard explains why demand is high right now due to the current explosion of transportation infrastructure as well as the ubiquitous sky-scraping towers and residential and mixed-use developments sprouting across the major cities.…

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The Growth of Infrastructure and Rail projects in Ireland

Major road projects, such as motorway expansions and bypass constructions, are underway to improve connectivity between cities and regions, reduce congestion, and enhance road safety. Additionally, significant upgrades are being made to public transport infrastructure, including the expansion of rail networks.…

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The Rise of AI in Construction Law and Construction Disputes | Balancing Efficiency and Job Displacement

A seminar that Nilam attended sparked thoughts in the audience questioning whether AI will replace jobs in the construction law industry. This is certainly a creeping fear within several industries, not just construction law. But AI can prove to be beneficial, if used appropriately - but where should we draw the line? …

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I’m a Construction Recruitment Consultant | What Do I Do All Day?

I have added value to my employer clients and their business activities for over 20 years. Just recently I remembered that quite a few years ago now, a meme went around about what recruitment consultants “do” and I managed to re-find it.…

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Industry News

First HPC generator arrives

The first of Hinkley Point C’s eight 520-tonne steam generators was delivered to site in Somerset over the weekend after arriving by sea and road.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 13 May, 07:05

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Gove defeats railway pension fund in cladding battle

The government has won a legal battle against a property owner that has failed to replaced dangerous cladding on its high-rise residential buildings.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 13 May, 06:39

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Huws Gray nets lead role in £162m framework

Eastern Procurement Ltd has named five suppliers across four lots for a new materials supply and managed services framework.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 13 May, 06:19

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Willmott Dixon confirmed for £60m Manchester labs scheme

Willmott Dixon has started construction work on the next phase of Bruntwood SciTech’s Manchester Science Park.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 13 May, 05:52

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Double glazing boss gets suspended jail sentence

The director of a Croydon-based double glazing company has avoided an immediate spell behind bars following the death of an employees.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 13 May, 05:34

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