11Jul

Civil Engineering and the Digital Revolution

The civil engineering and the digital revolution are not often linked together when people talk about disruptive technology and innovation. Yet engineering is increasingly a key driver in the technological revolution we're witnessing.

Posted by Fawkes and Reece
On 11th July 2018

13Jun

How The Construction Industry Can Attract Younger Generations

If the construction industry is going to survive and thrive, it's vital that younger generations start looking for construction-based careers. Here are some of the ways that the industry can get proactive in construction recruitment to attract young people and secure the future health of construction in the UK.

Posted by Fawkes and Reece
On 13th June 2018

13Jun

UK Government Sets Up Body To Promote UK Engineering Expertise Abroad

IE:UK is the title of a new body that has been established to promote UK engineering expertise internationally. It’s a high-powered group, whose members include the heads of government trade bodies; engineering firms which take on major civil engineering jobs; and infrastructure project partners.

Posted by Fawkes and Reece
On 13th June 2018

13May

What Are The Duties Of A General Foreman

On bigger construction sites, you'll find a wide array of skilled trades, labourers, technical specialists and often several subcontracted firms which are responsible for various aspects of the build. However, you'll nearly always also find a general foreman (although this might well be a woman). General foreman jobs can be challenging but are always involving and interesting.

Posted by Fawkes and Reece
On 13th May 2018

13May

What Does A Senior Estimator Do?

A senior estimator who can accurately predict the costs of running a construction project is a major asset when companies are seeking to get a major new building or refurbishment completed. Senior estimator jobs are also sometimes described as cost engineer roles.

Posted by Fawkes and Reece
On 13th May 2018

13Apr

How To: Prepare For A Civil Engineering Interview

So you’ve been called for an interview for one of those civil engineering jobs you were after. Your potential employer will want evidence that you have the right technological knowledge, engineering skills and personality to ensure that you will be the right fit for the company. But just how do you put across the right image and demonstrate your knowledge during an interview process that can be stressful to say the very least?

Posted by Fawkes and Reece
On 13th April 2018

13Apr

5 Things All Civil Engineers Know

As an expert in civil engineering you’ll come to know the inner workings of important civil engineering principles. You’ll become a master in all things cement, knowing your sulphate resisting from your high alumina, and you’ll cringe when someone refers to cement as concrete or vice versa. Below is a list of five things any civil engineer should know.

Posted by Fawkes and Reece
On 13th April 2018

03Apr

Onboarding: The Key To Engaging New Employees

The recruitment process doesn’t end when you send out a contract to your new employee, there is still a key component that is sometimes overlooked – onboarding. Onboarding is the process of how a new employee is assimilated into the company. The overall objective should be strategic; focused on maximising the engagement and retention of […]

Posted by Fawkes and Reece
On 3rd April 2018

13Mar

How To Get Into Construction Work

If you are new to the construction industry and are interested in pursuing one of the many careers in construction, then this beginners guide to construction should help you get the best out of your first week on-site.

Posted by Fawkes and Reece
On 13th March 2018

06Mar

The Beginners Guide to Working in Construction

Posted by Fawkes and Reece
On 6th March 2018

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