Category: CIOB Community
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Inaugural Wales construction conference tackles big issues
Modern professionalism, compliance and competence were the key themes from speakers who included: CIOB Wales chair Wyn Harries; CIOB CEO Caroline Gumble; CIOB president Professor Mike Kagioglou; and Nick Bennett, director, planning economics, Savills. Bennett presented a built environment economic outlook for Wales which was not an “indulgence in Welsh miserabilism”. View the original article and…
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Be part of CIOB Ireland Awards celebration
CIOB in Ireland Awards will celebrate winners at a black-tie dinner at Croke Park, Dublin on 18 September. Judging is currently underway and the finalists will be announced in August. Winners to be declared at the ceremony in September will include categories such as Client of the Year, Team of the Year and Rising Star.…
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CIOB and IOSH dutyholder event
Saul Humphrey, vice-president of CIOB, attended in support of the event, underlining the value of leadership involvement in promoting a safer, better-regulated industry. Also present were Sarah Laing and Sonia Short from CIOB and Liz Mills MBE, IOSH regional development manager. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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CIOB and IOSH dutyholder event
Saul Humphrey, vice-president of CIOB, attended in support of the event, underlining the value of leadership involvement in promoting a safer, better-regulated industry. Also present were Sarah Laing and Sonia Short from CIOB and Liz Mills MBE, IOSH regional development manager. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Wates project engages CIOB members in Manchester
CIOB’s Manchester Hub and guests recently joined the Wates Group construction team to visit a residential development in Manchester. The development, at Rodney Street, Ancoats, will include 119 apartments spread across two buildings – a mix of 28 one-bed and 91 two-bed homes – alongside 10 townhouses. Members were particularly interested to hear about the…
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Summer camp to promote construction for girls
The Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in Ireland will be hosting a Built Environment Summer Camp for 12-14-year-old girls in June. The first of its kind in Ireland, the event will assist in raising awareness around careers in the construction and engineering sector, aiming to increase female participation in study and apprenticeships. Attendees will experience a…
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Diary dates: what’s on in June
Highlights of the CIOB Calendar for the coming month. Image: Dreamstime 5 June, 10am-12pm, Birmingham This site visit, hosted by Winvic, will explore the ongoing works at Crown Place, Birmingham. This 33-storey purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) on an compact city-centre site, is a showcase of modern methods of construction (MMC) and cutting-edge technology. The innovative…
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Delta Consulting’s canal dreams – Construction Management
From settling Panama Canal bridge delay disputes to exploiting digital tech for resolutions, North American firm Delta Consulting Group has earned a reputation as a global expert. By Nicky Roger. Delta evaluated the delay analyses and prepared a rebuttal based on the project schedules, contract, contract modifications and project records. It performed an independent delay…
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Dublin modular school impresses CIOB CEO
The school spans 3,600 sq m over two floors and comprises 24 classrooms, as well as a library, multi-use group recreational space, a special education needs wing and cutting-edge amenities. The first of its kind in Ireland, the project was completed within 18 months from start to finish. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Constructionarium and CIOB co-host groundbreaking school visit
The event, at Constructionarium’s site in the grounds of the National Construction College campus at Bircham Newton in Norfolk, gave students the opportunity to explore career options in the sector and engage with higher education students and industry professionals, while gaining hands-on experience. View the original article and our Inspiration here